50 Famous Aged Celebrities Who Are Over 57

There are many talented aged celebrities worldwide, and despite their age, they still keep their passion and dedicate themselves to the arts, even at the peak of their careers. Over the years, they have accumulated many awards and received the recognition of many generations of audiences.

1. Johnny Depp

Full name	John Christopher Depp II
Date of birth	June 9, 1963
Birthplace	Owensboro, Kentucky, U.S.
Aged	59
Years active	1984 – present

Johnny Depp, full name John Christopher Depp II, is an American actor, musician, and producer known for his diverse and eccentric film selection. He became known for playing Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean film series.

Depp has received numerous awards, including a Golden Globe and a Screen Actors Guild Award, in addition to nominations for three Academy Awards and two BAFTA Awards. He made his acting debut in the bloody and bloody film A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) before emerging as a high school icon on the television series 21 Jump Street (1987-1990). 

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2. Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr	Information
Full Name	Robert Downey Jr.
Birthdate	April 4, 1965
Birthplace	Manhattan, New York City, U.S.
Education	Santa Monica High School
Occupations	Actor, Producer
Years active	1970–present
Works	Extensive filmography
Spouses	Deborah Falconer (m. 1992; div. 2004), Susan Levin (m. 2005)
Partner	Sarah Jessica Parker (1984–1991)
Children	3
Parent	Robert Downey Sr. (father)
Awards	Recipient of numerous awards
Influential Figure	Named among Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world
Commercial Success	Forbes’ highest-paid actor in Hollywood (2013-2015)
Acting Debut	Made acting debut at the age of five
Career Resurgence	Overcame personal struggles for a successful comeback
Marvel Cinematic Universe	Iconic portrayal of Tony Stark/Iron Man
Golden Globe Winner	Won a Golden Globe Award for his role in “Ally McBeal”
Philanthropic Work	Active involvement in charitable causes and organizations

Robert Downey Jr. is a talented actor who had a successful movie career early but also had many ups and downs. Forging through theater roles, he proved his talent with groundbreaking roles in films: The Singing Detective, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, A Scanner Darkly, Gothika, Zodiac, Tropic Thunder, Sherlock Holmes, Sherlock Holmes: The game of the dark, etc. 

Especially in 2008, Robert Downey Jr. joined Iron Man – the work is likened to the “Big Bang” that formed the Marvel cinematic universe. Since Iron Man, the iconic image of Iron Man armor has been associated with Robert Downey and was his career-changing launchpad.

3. Brad Pitt

Full name	William Bradley Pitt
Date of birth	December 18, 1963
Birthplace	Shawnee, Oklahoma, U.S.
Aged	59
Years active	1987 – present

Brad Pitt is a famous Hollywood actor and producer. From the early 1090s, he entered the golden age of his acting career. So far, Brad Pitt has received three Oscar nominations, an Academy Award, and a Golden Globe Award. In any film, whether action, comedy, or psychosocial genre, Brad Pitt performed very well. Brad Pitt’s film is both a commercial success and an artistic success.

Not only does his genius acting ability attract attention, but actor Brad Pitt is also impressed by his handsome and masculine appearance. He was voted among the most attractive men worldwide despite turning 59 years old.

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4. Tom Cruise

Full name	Thomas Cruise Mapother IV
Date of birth	July 3, 1962
Birthplace	Syracuse, New York, U.S.
Aged	60
Years active	1981 – present

Tom Cruise is a name that is no longer strange to the world cinema world. He is an American actor and director famous for many impressive films. Specifically, Tom Cruise has been in love with acting since he was young. 

Tom Cruise’s first role was in the movie Endless Love at 19. However, the film could not immediately bring the actor’s name to the fore. Instead, Tom’s name gradually became known when he participated in the movie Top Gun as lieutenant Pete Maverick Mitchell. Although he has entered the age of 60, the actor’s acting career still shows no sign of decline or being affected.

5. Madonna

Full name	Madonna Louise Ciccone
Date of birth	August 16, 1958
Birthplace	Bay City, Michigan, U.S.
Aged	64
Years active	1979 – present

Madonna, with other nicknames “Material Girl” (“Material Girl”) or “Madge,” is a famous American entertainment star. Besides her flourishing field and being best known for singing, she is also active in the entertainment-art industry as an actor-director, musician-music-dancer, writer, and fashion designer.

Madonna has spent more than four decades in the arts and has become one of the most influential figures in popular culture. Not only is the “pop queen” but the star born in 1958 is also a famous beauty icon for a while.

6. Daniel Day-Lewis

Daniel Day Lewis	Information
Full Name	Daniel Michael Blake Day-Lewis
Birthdate	April 29, 1957
Birthplace	London, England
Citizenship	United Kingdom, Ireland
Alma Mater	Bristol Old Vic Theatre School
Occupation	Retired Actor
Career Span	Over four decades (1971-2017)
Awards	Three Academy Awards, four BAFTA Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, knighthood (2014)
Notable Films	My Left Foot, There Will Be Blood, Lincoln, The Last of the Mohicans, Gangs of New York, Phantom Thread, and more
Family	Parents: Cecil Day-Lewis (father), Jill Balcon (mother); Sister: Tamasin Day-Lewis; Children: 3
Method Acting	Known for his intense dedication to research and portrayal of characters
Private Life	Protective of his privacy, rarely grants interviews and makes few public appearances
Retirement	Announced retirement in 2017 after a career break in the late ’90s

Daniel Day-Lewis is an Irish-British actor known as a “living legend” of contemporary cinema because he won 3 Best Actor Oscars in his career. He is admired for his diverse role-playing ability and thorough characterization of every detail. 

Although he announced his retirement after Phantom Thread (2017), Daniel Day-Lewis’ achievements will forever be an inspirational story for future young actors. The world will never forget the person who raised the art of acting to the highest level. In the future, there may still be a time when a talent breaks the limit he sets. But whatever it is, Daniel Day-Lewis will forever live on as the greatest movie legend.

7. Frances McDormand

Frances McDormand	Information
Full Name	Frances McDormand
Birthdate	June 23, 1957
Birthplace	Gibson City, Illinois, U.S.
Alma Mater	Bethany College
Occupations	Actress, producer
Years Active	1982–present
Spouse	Joel Coen (m. 1984)
Children	1
Awards	Academy Awards: 4
Notable Films	Fargo (1996), Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017), Nomadland (2020)
Notable TV Series	Olive Kitteridge (2014)
Other Awards	Primetime Emmy Awards: 2 (Olive Kitteridge)
Nationality	American
Education	Bethany College (B.A.)
Notable Stage Productions	Awake and Sing! (1984), A Streetcar Named Desire (1988 revival), Good People (2011)
Notable Collaborations	Coen Brothers films: Blood Simple (1984), Raising Arizona (1987), Fargo (1996), Burn After Reading (2008)

Frances McDormand (FMD) is an outstanding talent in American cinema. She is also only the second actress in the 91-year history of the Oscars to win the Academy Award for Best Actress three times for her roles as Marge Gunderson in Fargo, Mildred in Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, and Fern in Nomadland.

But more importantly, she changed the concept of actors, especially female actresses in Hollywood. The model of an actor is confirmed by her talent, ability, ability to explore the complex depths of the human heart, and rich, complex character, regardless of her ordinary appearance. In other words, FMD is the one that redefines the concept of actors and movie stars.

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8. Rowan Atkinson

Full name	Rowan Sebastian Atkinson
Date of birth	January 6, 1955
Birthplace	Consett, County Durham, England
Aged	67
Years active	1979 – present

Rowan Atkinson is a comedian, and film actor famous in British comedies, dubbed “the joker of the world.” He is known to fans for his comedic roles in popular sitcoms such as “Blackadder” or “Mr. Bean.” 

The actor has become a childhood legend for generations of screen audiences since the late 20th century. He was once voted one of the 50 best comedians in the UK and was the voice of the character Zazu in Disney’s classic film The Lion King in 1994.

9. Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington	Information
Full Name	Denzel Washington
Birthdate	December 28, 1954
Birthplace	Mount Vernon, New York, U.S.
Education	Fordham University (BA), American Conservatory Theater
Occupations	Actor, producer, director
Years Active	1975–present
Notable Achievements	Two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards
Honors	Presidential Medal of Freedom (2022)
Spouse	Pauletta Pearson (m. 1983)
Children	4, including John David
Works	Extensive filmography and stage performances

Denzel Washington can be considered one of the great monuments of the acting arts. Ranked first in the poll of the top 25 most outstanding actors of the 21st century by the New York Times, he inspires many people and generations of actors such as Chadwick Boseman, Edward Norton, Will Smith, etc.

In 2002, he received his second Oscar for his role as dirty cop Alonzo Harris in Training Day. At the same time, Denzel Washington also brought pride to the black community as the second African-American actor in history to win an Oscar (the first being the legendary Sidney Poitier). Various incarnations with roles in commercial films still maintain their style when accepting to work in deep psychological films. At the age of 67, Denzel continues to receive a 10th Oscar nomination in 2022 for the role of Macbeth in the film adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic play – The Tragedy of Macbeth.

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10. Elisabeth Shue

Elisabeth Shue	Information
Full Name	Elisabeth Shue
Birthdate	October 6, 1963
Birthplace	Wilmington, Delaware, U.S.
Education	Columbia High School, Wellesley College (AB)
Occupations	Actress, producer
Known For	Leaving Las Vegas, Adventures in Babysitting, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, The Karate Kid, Back to the Future Part II, Back to the Future Part III
Spouse	Davis Guggenheim (m. 1994)
Children	3
Relatives	Andrew Shue (brother), Amy Robach (ex-sister-in-law)
Awards	Academy Award nomination, BAFTA nomination, Golden Globe nomination, SAG Award nomination
Notable Films	The Karate Kid, Adventures in Babysitting, Leaving Las Vegas, The Saint, Hollow Man
Television	CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, The Boys
Broadway Debut	Some American Abroad (1990)

Elisabeth Shue is an American actress who tends to be wholly immersed in a role and is versatile. She is an actress who has been around for quite some time and has been in many movies. 

Elisabeth is very famous in Hollywood for her excellent acting skills and not to mention: her gorgeousness. Her films are in various genres, from comedy and horror to romance; she can do it all. The 59-year-old actress is still going strong in the industry and has the right to choose whatever role she wants.

11. Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock	Information
Full Name	Sandra Annette Bullock
Birthdate	July 26, 1964
Birthplace	Arlington County, Virginia, U.S.
Citizenship	United States, Germany
Occupations	Actress, Producer
Years Active	1987–present
Works	Speed, The Blind Side, Gravity, Miss Congeniality, Bird Box
Spouse	Jesse James (m. 2005; div. 2010)
Partner	Bryan Randall (2015–present)
Children	2
Relatives	Gesine Bullock-Prado (sister)
Awards	Academy Award, Golden Globe Award
Production Company	Fortis Films
German Citizenship	Applied for German citizenship in 2009
Education	BFA in Drama from East Carolina University
Language	Fluent in English and German
Philanthropy	Supporter of charitable causes and organizations

Sandra Annette Bullock is an American actress and producer, who has received numerous honors, including an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award, ranked as the highest-paid actress in the world in 2010 and 2014. She was recognized as one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential persons in the world in 2010. At age 58, Sandra Bullock shows no signs of slowing down in her career and maintains her status as one of the most successful actresses. Hollywood.

With his current appearance, it would be hard to think that Bullock’s iconic roles – from “Speed” to “Miss Congeniality” – debuted 20 years ago. For more than two decades, she has persistently devoted herself, constantly impressing audiences with many genres, from drama to horror, from action to science fiction, but most memorable is still romantic comedies.

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12. James Hetfield

James Hetfield	Information
Full Name	James Alan Hetfield
Birthdate	August 3, 1963
Birthplace	Downey, California, U.S.
Occupation	Musician, Singer, Songwriter
Band	Metallica
Genre	Heavy Metal, Thrash Metal, Hard Rock
Notable Achievements	Co-founded Metallica and has been the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and primary songwriter
Influences	Aerosmith, Diamond Head, and thrash metal pioneers
Accolades	Regarded as one of the greatest heavy metal rhythm guitar players of all time
Personal Life	Married Francesca Tomasi (1997-2022) with three children
Interests	Enjoys activities such as hunting, farming, customizing cars and motorcycles, and attending sports events

James Hetfield is a co-founder, lead singer, rhythm guitarist, primary songwriter, and member of the heavy metal band Metallica. After many years of dedication to Metallica, James Hetfield has made the band one of the monuments of the world metal village in general and thrash metal in particular. 

Now, the music of James and Metallica is always placed in the most solemn position in the hearts of fans and lovers of this powerful music. It may not be necessary to say too much about James’ exceptional musical talent. Composing, playing guitar, writing lyrics, and performing songs. James Hetfield can be called the living soul of Metallica. People know James as a strong lion in music that has hidden within it the wildest, most instinctive things of man. Time can make people old, but Metallica’s thrash metal will remain as young as the twenties of the boys James, Lars, Cliff, and Kirk.

13. Nicolas Cage

Nicolas Cage	Information
Full Name	Nicolas Cage
Birthdate	January 7, 1964
Birthplace	Long Beach, California, U.S.
Occupation(s)	Actor, film producer
Years Active	1981–present
Spouses	Patricia Arquette (m. 1995; div. 2001), Lisa Marie Presley (m. 2002; div. 2004), Alice Kim (m. 2004; div. 2016), Erika Koike (m. 2019; ann. 2019), Riko Shibata (m. 2021)
Children	3
Family	Coppola
Awards	Academy Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, Golden Globe Award
Notable Films	Valley Girl, Peggy Sue Got Married, Moonstruck, Raising Arizona, Leaving Las Vegas, Adaptation, The Rock, Con Air, Face/Off, Gone in 60 Seconds, National Treasure film series, Ghost Rider film series, Kick-Ass, City of Angels, Bringing Out the Dead, The Family Man, Mandy, Pig, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Production Company	Saturn Films
Directed Films	Sonny
Rankings	No. 40 in Empire magazine’s “The Top 100 Movie Stars of All Time” list in 2007, No. 37 in Premiere’s “100 Most Powerful People in Hollywood” in 2008
Early Life	Born into the Coppola family, raised in a Catholic family, nephew of director Francis Ford Coppola and actress Talia Shire, cousin of directors Roman Coppola and Sofia Coppola, film producer Gian-Carlo Coppola, and actors Robert and Jason Schwartzman
Education	Attended Beverly Hills High School and UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television
Inspirations	Inspired to act by James Dean, changed name to Nicolas Cage to avoid nepotism, name inspired by Marvel Comics superhero Luke Cage and composer John Cage
Early Career	Acting debut in television pilot “The Best of Times,” film debut in “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” first starring role in “Valley Girl”
Breakthrough and Critical Acclaim	Notable roles in “Moonstruck,” Academy Award for Best Actor for “Leaving Las Vegas,” Academy Award nomination for “Adaptation”
Action Film Success	Appeared in action films such as “The Rock,” “Con Air,” “Face/Off,” “Gone in 60 Seconds”
Recent Acclaim	Critically recognized roles in “Mandy,” “Pig,” “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent”

Nicolas Cage was one of the famous names in the Hollywood actor village when he was at the peak of his career. Then there were long slips in his career. With unnecessary emotional scandals, his image declined in the eyes of the audience. 

But one thing is undeniable; this is precisely a very talented actor. He succeeded with roles in many action films, such as Ghost Rider, Left Behind, etc. The artist won an Oscar for the male lead through the film Leaving Las Vegas (1995).

14. Courteney Cox

Courteney Cox	Information
Full Name	Courteney Cox
Birthdate	June 15, 1964
Birthplace	Birmingham, Alabama, U.S.
Other Names	Courteney Cox Arquette
Occupations	Actress, Filmmaker
Years Active	1984–present
Organization	Coquette Productions
Spouse	David Arquette
Partner(s)	Michael Keaton
Children	1
Known for	Starring role as Monica Geller on Friends
Notable Films	Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
Notable TV Series	Friends
Directing Work	Directed episodes of Cougar Town
Production Company	Coquette Productions
Highest-Paid TV Actress	Guinness World Record for highest-paid TV actress
Ancestry	English and Norman ancestry
Recent Projects	Friends: The Reunion

Courteney Bass Cox is an American actor, producer, and director. She played the role of Monica Geller on the NBC sitcom Friends – one of the most famous and iconic TV shows of all time.

When Friends ended in 2004, Cox was the highest-paid lead actress on television, grossing $1 million per episode for the past two seasons. While some actors struggled to achieve the same level of success after the series ended, Cox was one of the first to find another long-term TV gig.

15. Helen Hunt

Helen Hunt	Information
Full Name	Helen Elizabeth Hunt
Birthdate	June 15, 1963
Birthplace	Culver City, California, U.S.
Occupation	American actress and director
Awards	Academy Award, four Primetime Emmy Awards, four Golden Globe Awards
Famous Role	Jamie Buchman in the sitcom Mad About You
Notable Films	As Good as It Gets, Twister, Cast Away, What Women Want, Pay It Forward, Bobby, Soul Surfer, The Miracle Season
Directorial Works	Then She Found Me, Ride, episodes of various TV series
Education	University of California, Los Angeles (no degree)
Spouse	Hank Azaria (m. 1999; div. 2000)
Partner	Matthew Carnahan (2001–2017)
Children	1
Parents	Gordon Hunt (father), Jane Elizabeth (mother)
Relatives	Peter H. Hunt (uncle)

Helen Hunt is not only an actress but also an American film director and screenwriter. She was successful with the romantic comedy As Good As It Gets, for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress. Her other Hollywood films include Twister, Cast Away, What Women Want, and Pay It Forward. She started directing in 2008 with Then She Found Me, Mad About You.

Currently, she owns a film production company Connie Tavel, Hunt/Tavel Productions, under Sony Pictures Entertainment.

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16. Hank Azaria

Hank Azaria	Information
Full Name	Hank Azaria
Birthdate	April 25, 1964
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Alma Mater	Tufts University (BA), American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Occupation	Actor
Known For	Voicing multiple characters in “The Simpsons,” live-action roles in films and TV series
Awards and Honors	6 Primetime Emmy Awards, Annie Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, Tony Award nomination
Broadway Debut	Tony Award-nominated performance in “Spamalot” musical
Notable Voice Roles	Moe Szyslak, Chief Wiggum, Comic Book Guy, Apu Nahasapeemapetilon, and others in “The Simpsons”
Notable Film Roles	“Quiz Show” (1994), “The Birdcage” (1996), “Godzilla” (1998), “Mystery Men” (1999), and more
Notable TV Roles	“Brockmire” (2017–2020), “Huff” (2004–2006), recurring roles in “Mad About You,” “Friends,” “Ray Donovan”
Notable TV Films	Primetime Emmy Award-winning role in “Tuesdays with Morrie” (1999)
Recent Credits	“Hello Tomorrow!,” “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “The Idol” (all 2023)
Voice Acting Awards	Four-time Emmy Award winner for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance on “The Simpsons”

Hank Azaria is a famous voice actor who has contributed to The Simpsons characters, including Moe Szyslak, Director Wiggum, Comic Book Guy, Carl Carlson, and Apu Nahasapeemapetilon. 

He has also appeared in several films such as Along Came Polly, Mystery Men, The Smurfs, American Sweethearts, and Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian.

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17. Robin Givens

Robin Givens	Information
Full Name	Robin Givens
Birthdate	November 27, 1964
Occupation	Actress, model, director
Education	Sarah Lawrence College
Notable Roles	Darlene Merriman in “Head of the Class”
Spokesperson	National Domestic Violence Hotline
Filmography	“Boomerang,” “The Women of Brewster Place”
Television Work	“Sparks,” “The Game,” “Tyler Perry’s House of Payne”
Autobiography	“Grace Will Lead Me Home”
Stage Performances	“The Vagina Monologues,” “Chicago”
Recent Projects	Batwoman (Season 3), Lifetime film “He’s Not Worth Dying For”
Relationships	Mike Tyson (ex-husband), Svetozar Marinković (ex-husband), Murphy Jensen (ex-partner)
Children	Michael “Buddy” Givens (adopted son), William “Billy” Jensen (biological son)
Activism	National Domestic Violence Hotline spokesperson
Legal Issues	Civil lawsuit for a car accident, IRS lawsuit for unpaid taxes

Robin Givens is an American model and actress. She landed her breakout role as Darlene Merriman on the 1986 ABC sitcom Head of the Class and went on to star in the series for five years. In total, Givens starred in more than fifty films. And in episodes, TV shows, and individual movies.

Besides that, she also attracted media attention with her violent marriage to boxer Mike Tyson in 1988 and their bitter divorce.

18. David Thewlis

David Thewlis	Information
Full Name	David Thewlis
Birthdate	March 20, 1963
Birthplace	Blackpool, England
Occupation	Actor
Years Active	1985–present
Awards	Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor, BAFTA Award nominations, Golden Globe nomination, Primetime Emmy nomination, Screen Actors Guild nomination
Notable Films	Naked, Harry Potter franchise, Wonder Woman, The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, Fargo
Notable TV Roles	Fargo, Big Mouth, Human Resources, Landscapers, The Sandman
Education	Guildhall School of Music and Drama
Books Authored	“The Late Hector Kipling” (2007), “Shooting Martha” (2021)
Marital Status	Married to Hermine Poitou since August 5, 2016
Children	One daughter, Gracie
Residence	Sunningdale, Berkshire, England

David Thewlis is the actor who played Remus Lupine in Harry Potter – the classic movie title associated with many people’s childhoods. Thewlis is a fantastic actor and has been in the film and television industry for decades through films such as The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, War Horse and Wonder Woman, etc. 

Today his career continues with big works when he just confirmed to participate in season 3 of Avatar: The Last Airbender (2024). That promises to be his powerful comeback.

19. Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves	Information
Full Name	Keanu Reeves
Birthdate	September 2, 1964
Birthplace	Beirut, Lebanon
Nationality	Canadian
Occupations	Actor, Musician
Years active	1984–present
Partner(s)	Jennifer Syme (1998–2001; her death) Alexandra Grant (c. 2018–present)
Children	1 (stillbirth)
Breakthrough Role	Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989)
Notable Performances	My Own Private Idaho (1991) The Matrix series (1999-2003) John Wick series (2014-present)
Other Ventures	Director of Man of Tai Chi (2013) Bass guitarist for the band Dogstar
Philanthropy	Engaged in various charitable endeavors
Recognition	Included in Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world (2022)

Keanu Reeves is the most famous actor in Hollywood, but he is also known to the public as a director, film producer, writer, guitar player, and philanthropist. During his career, Keanu Reeves has repeatedly conquered the world through classics such as Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989), The Devil’s Advocate (1997), Constantine (2005), two Matrix series (1999 – 2021) and John Wick (2014 – 2023).

Up to now, Keanu has won 13 awards and 35 nominations, most notably the MTV Movie Awards Best Actor and Best Actor at the Csapnivalo Awards. Despite many successes, Keanu Reeves chose an effortless lifestyle. After Keanu’s biography, The Matrix of Life, was published, the public began to praise him as “a living symbol of personality.”

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20. Tilda Swinton

Tilda Swinton	Information
Full Name	Tilda Swinton
Birthdate	November 5, 1960
Birthplace	London, England
Education	New Hall, Cambridge (BA)
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	1984–present
Partners	John Byrne (1989–2003), Sandro Kopp (2004–present)
Children	2, including Honor Swinton Byrne
Parent	John Swinton (father)
Family	Swinton
Awards	Academy Award, British Academy Film Award, Golden Globe nominations
Notable Films	Caravaggio (1986), Orlando (1992), Michael Clayton (2007), We Need to Talk About Kevin (2011), and more
Recognition	Ranked as one of the greatest actors of the 21st century
Contribution	Richard Harris Award, British Film Institute Fellowship, Museum of Modern Art tribute
Personal Background	Born in London, Scottish heritage
Education Background	Graduated from New Hall, University of Cambridge with a degree in social and political sciences
Early Career	Started with Derek Jarman’s experimental films, won Volpi Cup for Best Actress at Venice Film Festival
Mainstream Success	Notable roles in mainstream films like The Chronicles of Narnia series, Marvel Cinematic Universe, and more
Philanthropy	Contributions to film culture, independent film exhibition, and philanthropy

Tilda Swinton is a famous British actress, model, and entertainer, who has appeared in many popular films and has won many awards for her outstanding performances. She is considered an actress with many personalities, from how she chooses roles and acting styles to how she dresses in everyday life. 

Having attracted attention for her role as a white witch villain in the mythical film The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, Tilda loves art films or more psychological works.

21. Cathy Moriarty

Full name	Catherine Anne Moriarty
Date of birth	November 29, 1960
Birthplace	The Bronx, New York, U.S.
Aged	62
Years active	1980–present

Catherine Anne Moriarty is an American actress and singer with a career spanning more than 40 years. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Raging Bull. She has also appeared in other films, including Neighbors, White of the Eye, Soapdish, Casper, Analyze That, and The Bounty Hunter. She has appeared in television roles, such as Tales from the Crypt, Law & Order, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, and Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 

Although at the age of 62, she is still constantly devoting herself to the country’s art scene

22. John Travolta

Full name	John Joseph Travolta
Date of birth	February 18, 1954
Birthplace	Englewood, New Jersey, U.S.
Aged	68
Years active	1972–present

John Travolta is a veteran actor of the 70s. He was born in New Jersey and dropped out of high school at 16 to pursue acting. He rose to stardom playing Vinnie Barbarino in the TV series Welcome Back Kotter, followed by the highly successful films Saturday Night Fever and Grease. 

After a significant lull, Travolta returned to her career in 1994 with Pulp Fiction, receiving her second acting Oscar nomination and continuing to star in a series of projects.

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23. Bruce Willis

Full name	Walter Bruce Willis
Date of birth	March 19, 1955
Birthplace	Idar-Oberstein, West Germany
Aged	67
Years active	1979 – present

Bruce Willis is a famous American actor and producer who is no stranger to audiences around the world, especially those who like to watch the action-adventure genre. Some successful film works with his contribution include Die Hard, Blind Date, The Expendables 2, Looper, etc. 

In the past few years, at U70, Bruce Willis is still hard at work in many non-theatrical art projects. Although his acting career is no longer as vibrant as his youth, his talent and contributions to world cinema spanning four decades are undeniable. Bruce Willis deserves to be nominated for 5 Golden Globe Awards and three prestigious Emmy Awards for actors.

24. George Clooney

George Clooney	Information
Full Name	George Timothy Clooney
Birthdate	May 6, 1961
Birthplace	Lexington, Kentucky, U.S.
Occupation	Actor, Filmmaker
Years Active	1978–present
Organizations	Smokehouse Pictures, Casamigos
Spouses	Talia Balsam, Amal Alamuddin
Children	2
Parent	Nick Clooney (father)
Relatives	Rosemary Clooney (aunt), Miguel Ferrer (cousin), Betty Clooney (aunt), Tessa Ferrer (cousin, once removed)
Awards	British Academy Film Award, Golden Globe Awards, Academy Awards, Cecil B. DeMille Award, Honorary César, AFI Life Achievement Award, Kennedy Center Honors
Achievements	Nominated for Academy Awards in six different categories, included in Time’s annual Time 100 list
Humanitarian Work	United Nations Messenger of Peace, Council on Foreign Relations member
Business Ventures	Co-founder of Casamigos tequila

George Clooney is a famous actor, director, and businessman who attracts many audiences through his impressive and outstanding film works. He is also one of the most sought-after A-list stars. 

He has received four Golden Globe Awards as an actor and two Academy Awards, one for his role in the film Syriana (2006) and the other as a producer for Argo (2012). In the 2015 Ballon d’Or, he was honored with the Cecil B. DeMille Award for contributing to the entertainment world.

25. Tom Hanks

Full name	Thomas Jeffrey Hanks
Date of birth	July 9, 1956
Birthplace	Concord, California, U.S.
Aged	66
Years active	1979 – present

Tom Hanks is one of the most famous actors in America. He is known as the most perfect and extraordinary actor in Hollywood. He won two Academy Awards for his roles in the Philadelphia and Forrest Gump films.

Above all, Tom Hanks’ most outstanding achievement is being dubbed the “Living Legend of Hollywood” by domestic and international audiences, a powerful A-list star respected by Hollywood. The reliably great life and career of Tom Hanks is still something that has yet to be achieved so far.

When it comes to American actors, Tom Hanks is a household name. With over four decades in the film industry and two Academy Awards to his name, Hanks has cemented his place as one of the greatest actors of his generation. He has starred in numerous iconic movies such as Forrest Gump, Cast Away, and Saving Private Ryan, among others.

26. Maureen McCormick

26 Maureen McCormick	Information
Full Name	Maureen Denise McCormick
Date of Birth	August 5, 1956
Place of Birth	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Actress, Recording Artist
Notable Role	Marcia Brady in “The Brady Bunch” TV series
Known for	Portraying Marcia Brady in various spin-offs and films
Spouse	Michael Cummings (married in 1985)
Children	1
Albums	Four studio albums with The Brady Bunch cast; solo album “When You Get a Little Lonely” (1995)
Book	“Here’s the Story: Surviving Marcia Brady and Finding My True Voice” (2008)
Career Highlights	Wendy Darling in “Peter Pan” and Betty Rizzo in “Grease”
Struggles	Overcame addiction to cocaine and quaaludes, battled depression and bulimia
Reality Shows	Appeared on VH1’s “Celebrity Fit Club,” CMT’s “Gone Country,” and “Outsiders Inn”
Autobiography	“Here’s the Story: Surviving Marcia Brady and Finding My True Voice” debuted at #4 on The New York Times bestseller list
Recent Appearances	Guest spots on various TV series and participation in the Australian version of “I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!” in 2015

Maureen McCormick is an American actress. She starred as Marcia Brady on the ABC sitcom The Brady Bunch, which ran from 1969 to 1974, and reprised the role in several Brady Bunch films and spin-offs, including The Brady Kids, The Brady Bunch, and The Brady Bunch. Hour, The Brady Brides, and A Very Brady Noel. 

McCormick appeared on The Amanda Show as Moody’s mother in the segment Moody’s Point. McCormick has also appeared in The Idolmaker and many other supporting roles. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, she ventured into the comedy scene on stage, appearing in various roles and productions such as Wendy Darling in Peter Pan and Betty Rizzo in Grease.

27. Jodie Foster

Jodie Foster	Information
Full Name	Alicia Christian “Jodie” Foster
Birthdate	November 19, 1962
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Alma Mater	Yale University
Occupations	Actress, Filmmaker
Notable Work	The Silence of the Lambs, Taxi Driver, The Accused
Years Active	1965–present
Spouse	Alexandra Hedison
Children	2
Awards	2 Academy Awards, 3 BAFTA Awards, 3 Golden Globe Awards
Fluent in	French
Nationality	American
Film Debut	Napoleon and Samantha (1972)
Breakthrough Role	Taxi Driver (1976)
Directorial Debut	Little Man Tate (1991)
Production Company	Egg Pictures

Jodie Foster is a film actress who has been acting since she was a child, with a career from the late 60s to the present day. Projects featuring Jodie are always appreciated both artistically and commercially. There is no shortage of famous female stars in Hollywood, but Jodie Foster is still remembered for her distinctive style.

Jodie Foster won the Academy Award for Best Actress twice for her roles in The Accused (1988) and The Silence of the Lambs (1991). Jodie Foster is among the few actors to win all four major acting awards, in addition to 2 Oscars, 2 Golden Globe Awards, 3 BAFTA Awards, and 1 Motion Picture Actors Guild Award.

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28. Michael Biehn

Michael Biehn	Information
Full Name	Michael Connell Biehn
Birthdate	July 31, 1956
Birthplace	Anniston, Alabama, U.S.
Occupation	Actor
Education	Lake Havasu High School
Known For	Roles in James Cameron’s science fiction films
Notable Films	The Terminator, Aliens, The Abyss
Notable TV Series	Hill Street Blues, The Magnificent Seven
Awards	Best Actor Saturn Award nomination for Aliens
Spouses	Carlene Olson, Gina Marsh, Jennifer Blanc
Children	1 son
Other	Directed The Blood Bond (2010)

Michael Biehn was born in 1956 in Nebraska, USA. He joined the cinema in 1978 and quickly became a bright star in Hollywood. He is best known for his roles in science fiction films directed by James Cameron, such as The Terminator, Aliens, and The Abyss.

He is the type of person who is very intense, works excessively seriously, and is always trying to be the best version of himself. For about two decades, Michael Biehn has collaborated with great directors, but the attraction is no longer as strong as before. So he gradually lost interest in the movie capital.

29. Kevin Costner

Full name	Kevin Michael Costner
Date of birth	January 18, 1955
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Aged	67
Years active	1974 – present

Kevin Costner is a longtime actor whose best-known films include Field of Dreams, The Untouchables, and Bull Durham. He directed, produced, and starred in 1990’s Classic Dances with Wolves, for which he won two Academy Awards for Best Director and Best Picture.

In August 2022, Costner will begin production on Horizon, and a Western epic following the film will commence in April 2023.

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30. Tim Allen

Full name	Timothy Alan Dick
Date of birth	June 13, 1953
Birthplace	Denver, Colorado, U.S.
Aged	69
Years active	1975- present

Tim Allen is an American actor and comedian. He voiced the character Buzz Lightyear in 1995’s Toy Story, which grossed $373 million at the box office and has since become one of the most beloved animated films.

Allen reprised the role in several animated sequels and short films, voicing the most recent astrological animated game in 2019 in Toy Story 4.

31. Pierce Brosnan

Full name	Pierce Brendan Brosnan
Date of birth	May 16, 1953
Birthplace	Drogheda, Ireland
Aged	69
Years active	1975 – present

Pierce Brosnan made a strong impression on the most beloved British spy character on screen when he played secret agent James Bond in the Bond film series, starring in four films from 1995 to 2002. 

Sixty-nine years old, with 47 years of acting, honored at a series of awards big and small, the Irish gentleman’s career has marked the public through cult blockbusters and an unmistakable gentleman style. At nearly 70 years old, Pierce Brosnan is still highly in shape. He acts in movies regularly, maintains a perfect figure and attractive appearance, worthy of 6th place in the list of the greatest British actors of all time in the 2001 Orange poll. As for his personal life, Pierce Brosnan has an admirable marriage to his 10-year-old wife, Keely Shaye Brosnan.

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32. Jim Carrey

Jim Carrey	Information
Full Name	Jim Carrey
Birthdate	January 17, 1962
Birthplace	Newmarket, Ontario, Canada
Citizenship	Canadian, American
Occupations	Actor, Comedian, Author, Producer
Years Active	1977–present
Known For	Energetic slapstick performances
Breakout Roles	Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, Dumb and Dumber
Notable Films	The Truman Show, Man on the Moon, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Golden Globe Awards	The Truman Show (Best Actor), Man on the Moon (Best Actor)
Comedy Career Medium	Stand-up, Film, Television
Genres	Observational Comedy, Physical Comedy, Surreal Humor, Character Comedy, Satire, Slapstick
Subject(s)	Everyday Life, Popular Culture, Politics, Celebrities
Spouses	Melissa Womer (m. 1987; div. 1995), Lauren Holly (m. 1996; div. 1997)
Partner	Jenny McCarthy (2005–2010)
Children	1
Literary Works	How Roland Rolls (Children’s Book), Memoirs and Misinformation (Novel)
Early Life	Raised in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada
Rise to Fame	Recognized for role in TV series In Living Color
Notable TV Appearances	Hosted Saturday Night Live, Leap Day William in 30 Rock
Philanthropy	Active supporter of various charitable causes

In the list of successful actors with a difficult childhood, Jim Carrey has inspired the public with an optimistic attitude and constant rising. Jim Carrey’s constant efforts were rewarded with three films topping the charts in 1994, including Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The mask, Dumb and Dumber, and two consecutive Golden Globe awards. This is truly an excellent success for Jim Carrey, bringing his name to new heights in Hollywood and becoming a comedian monument for the younger generations.

As a Hollywood star and a monument in the 90s comedy series, Jim Carrey’s life was full of complicated developments and the absence of a smile. Later, the actor chose a reclusive lifestyle, sending his soul into painting.

If you’re a fan of Jim Carrey’s comedy, check out our list of the best comedy actors of all time. From the classic comedians of the 20th century to the rising stars of today, you’ll find plenty of laughter-inducing performances to enjoy. Jim Carrey gets a mention in the list for his incredible range of comedy acting.

33. Tommy Lee

Tommy Lee	Information
Full Name	Tommy Lee
Born	October 3, 1962
Nationality	American
Occupation	Musician
Years Active	1979–present
Spouse	Elaine Starchuk (1984-1985) Heather Locklear (1986-1993) Pamela Anderson (1995-1998) Brittany Furlan (2019-present)
Children	2
Genres	Heavy metal, hard rock, glam metal, nu metal, rap metal, electro house, progressive house
Instrument(s)	Drums, piano, vocals
Labels	Leathür, Elektra, MCA, mau5trap
Member of	Mötley Crüe, Methods of Mayhem, Rock Star Supernova
Birthplace	Athens, Greece
Parents	Father: David Lee Thomas Bass Mother: Vassiliki “Voula” Papadimitriou
Siblings	Younger sister: Athena (also a drummer)
Education	Dropped out of high school to pursue music career
Notable Bands	Mötley Crüe, Methods of Mayhem, Rock Star Supernova
Notable Albums	“Too Fast for Love” (1981) “Shout at the Devil” (1983) “Theatre of Pain” (1985) …
Unique Drumming Gimmicks	Revolving and spinning drum kit Playing while kit floated above the crowd
Other Ventures	Reality TV shows: “Tommy Lee Goes to College,” “Battleground Earth”
Marriage History	Elaine Starchuk (1984-1985) Heather Locklear (1986-1993) Pamela Anderson (1995-1998) Brittany Furlan (2019-present)

Tommy Lee is an American musician and a founding member of Mötley Crüe. In addition to being the band’s longtime drummer, Lee founded the rap-metal band Method of Mayhem and pursued solo music projects. 

Longtime Glam Metal Band drummer Motley Crue, who played in Suite 19 in the late 1970s.

34. Jamie Lee Curtis

Jamie Lee Curtis	Information
Full Name	Jamie Lee Curtis
Birthdate	November 22, 1958
Birthplace	Santa Monica, California, U.S.
Education	Choate Rosemary Hall
Occupations	Actress, producer, children’s author
Years active	1977–present
Works	Halloween, Trading Places, A Fish Called Wanda, True Lies, Freaky Friday, Knives Out
Spouse	Christopher Guest
Children	2 (adopted)
Relatives	Tony Curtis (father), Janet Leigh (mother), Kelly Curtis (sister), Allegra Curtis (half-sister)
Awards	Academy Award, BAFTA, 2 Golden Globes, Primetime Emmy nomination, Grammy nomination
Notable Books	Today I Feel Silly, and Other Moods That Make My Day
Charity Work	Activism for children’s hospitals and literacy
Height	5 feet 7 inches (1.70 meters)
Notable Films	Halloween, Trading Places, A Fish Called Wanda, True Lies, Freaky Friday, Knives Out
Box Office Gross	Over $2.5 billion
Television Series	Anything but Love, Scream Queens
Golden Globe Awards	2 wins, 7 nominations
Other Accolades	Screen Actors Guild Award nomination, People’s Choice Award, Genie Award nomination, Emmy nomination

Jamie Lee Curtis is widely known for the horror movie franchise over four decades old, Halloween (first released in 1978 to the present). In addition to this series, she is also known for many other works, such as Knives Out, Freaky Friday, and Forever Young. The American star has had a considerable fortune in small-screen works and many film awards, such as BAFTA and Golden Globe. She received a star on the Walk of Fame in 1998 for her dedication to the arts. Besides acting, she is also a children’s book writer and blogger.

At 64, Curtis still radiates energy and enthusiasm. The actress was awarded the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the 78th Venice International Film Festival. The director of the Venice International Film Festival, Alberto Barbera, stated: “Jamie Lee Curtis is one of the few Hollywood actors to show outstanding qualities to become the soul of the global film industry. Curtis embodies a role-playing star with versatility and ease while injecting fire into the character with unparalleled charisma and distinctive personality.

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35. Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy	Information
Full Name	Eddie Murphy
Birth Name	Edward Regan Murphy
Born	April 3, 1961
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Medium	Stand-up, film, television, music
Years Active	1976–present
Genres	Observational comedy, musical comedy, blue comedy,
Subjects	African-American culture, race relations, racism,
Spouse	Nicole Mitchell
Partner(s)	Melanie Brown, Tracey Edmonds, Paige Butcher
Children	10
Relative(s)	Charlie Murphy (brother)
Genres	R&B, funk, synth-pop, comedy
Instruments	Vocals
Labels	Sony BMG, CBS, Columbia, Motown
Musical Artist	Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy is one of the most famous comedians in America. The black comedian makes the audience think of comedies such as Meet Dave, Dream Girls, Tower Heist, etc. Eddie Murphy’s comedies also extend beyond the US border, bringing his fame to the world.

Usually, people will not appreciate comedians for their acting ability. But Eddie Murphy is an exception. The actor, born in 1961, has been nominated for a Golden Globe 4 times and once received an award for his supporting role in Dreamgirls (2006). Also, thanks to the movie, Eddie Murphy got an Oscar nomination. Not only famous in the film field, but Eddie Murphy also has a remarkable singing ability. He is a talented Soul singer and owns many hit songs.

36. Gloria Estefan

Gloria Estefan	Information
Full Name	Gloria Estefan
Birthdate	September 1, 1957
Birthplace	Havana, Cuba
Nationality	Cuban-American
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, actress, businesswoman
Genres	Latin pop, dance-pop, tropical
Awards and Recognitions	Eight-time Grammy Award winner
Record Sales	Over 100 million worldwide
Billboard Achievements	38 number one hits across Billboard charts
Contributions	Opened doors for Latin musicians
Notable Hits	“Conga”
Major Albums	Mi Tierra
Spouse	Emilio Estefan (married in 1978)
Education	B.A. in psychology from the University of Miami
Other Achievements	Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Gloria Estefan in attendance for Gloria and Emilio Estefan in Conversation with Rita Moreno, 92nd Street Y, New York, NY October 19, 2015. Photo By: Derek Storm/Everett Collection — Photo by everett225

Gloria Estefan is a music icon. Dubbed the Queen of Latin Pop, Estefan began her career at 16 when she joined the Miami Sound Machine in 1975. The band helped pave the way for her superstardom and how she met her husband, Emilio Estefan. In 1985, the group had their first single, ‘Conga,’ after which Gloria slowly began to take center stage. Soon she was a best-selling solo artist and, by 2020, had a net worth of $500 million with 12 Grammy nominations and three wins under her belt. 

But, despite her successes, life isn’t all fun and accolades for the Cuban-born girl – away from it. Starting at a young age and right from the age of 30, the talented singer has faced challenges that are often insurmountable.

37. Axl Rose

Axl Rose	Information
Full Name	Axl Rose
Birth Name	William Bruce Rose Jr.
Also known as	W. Axl Rose William Bruce Bailey
Born	February 6, 1962 (age 61) Lafayette, Indiana, U.S.
Origin	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres	Hard rock Heavy metal Glam metal Blues rock
Occupation(s)	Singer Songwriter Musician
Instruments	Vocals Piano
Years Active	1983–present
Member of	Guns N’ Roses
Formerly of	Hollywood Rose L.A. Guns AC/DC

Axl Rose is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, songwriter, and lead vocalist for the rock band Guns N’ Roses. He is known for his soaring vocals and vocals overall with the band’s most famous songs, including “Welcome to the Jungle,” “Paradise City,” and “Sweet Child of Mine.

In 2010 Rose was named one of the greatest singers of all time by various media, including Rolling Stone and NME.

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38. Mel Gibson

Mel Gibson	Information
Full Name	Mel Columcille Gerard Gibson
Date of Birth	January 3, 1956
Age	67
Birthplace	Peekskill, New York, U.S.
Citizenship	United States, Ireland
Education	National Institute of Dramatic Art (BFA)
Occupation	Actor, Film Director, Producer
Years Active	1976–present
Spouse	Robyn Moore
Notable Roles	Max Rockatansky (Mad Max series), Martin Riggs (Lethal Weapon series)
Production Company	Founder of Icon Entertainment
Notable Films	Braveheart, The Passion of the Christ, Apocalypto
Career Resurgence	Edge of Darkness, Hacksaw Ridge
Children	9, including Milo
Parent	Hutton Gibson (father)
Relatives	Donal Gibson (brother), Eva Mylott (grandmother)
Awards	Golden Globe Award for Best Director, Academy Award for Best Director, Academy Award for Best Picture
Dual Citizenship	United States, Ireland
Australian PR	Australian permanent resident

Mel Gibson is an American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. He left a deep impression through his gritty role in Mad Max, Martin Riggs in the Lethal Weapon series. In 1997, Mel Gibson was voted by Empire magazine as one of the 100 movie stars of all time.

Clever and talented with a bit of extravagance, Mel Gibson created a sensation in Hollywood film production and promotion by breaking the rules and using one-of-a-kind PR tactics. This Australian man has become a legend in Hollywood’s art pantheon, with excellence across the fields in which he is involved, whether as an actor or director.

39. Linda Hamilton

Linda Hamilton	Information
Full Name	Linda Hamilton
Birthdate	September 26, 1956 (age 66)
Birthplace	Salisbury, Maryland, U.S.
Occupation	Actress
Known For	Portraying tough, resilient characters
Notable Films	The Terminator, Terminator 2: Judgment Day
Awards	2 Saturn Awards, 2 MTV Movie Awards, 1 Satellite Award
Nominations	3 Golden Globes, 1 Emmy Award
Notable TV Series	Beauty and the Beast, Chuck
Children	2
Twin Sister	Leslie Hamilton Freas
Education	Studied acting at Lee Strasberg’s workshops
Theatre Work	Portrayed Laura in the adaptation of “Laura”
Notable Role	Sarah Connor in The Terminator film series
Iconic Performance	Recognized as one of the most iconic female performances in cinematic history

Linda Hamilton is associated with the icon Sarah Connor in the first two series Terminator, directed by her ex-husband James Cameron.

For over three decades, Linda Hamilton has stood proudly among muscular male stars, becoming an icon of feminism on screen. Linda Hamilton’s heroine symbol is strong, angular, and determined to be cold but also full of love that makes viewers cry.

With her portrayal of Sarah Connor in the Terminator movie franchise, Linda Hamilton became a legend. Did you know that she also suffers from bipolar disorder? Read more about famous people with bipolar disorder and how they have overcome their struggles to find success.

40. Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams	Information
Full Name	Bryan Guy Adams
Birthdate	November 5, 1959
Birthplace	Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Record Sales	Over 100 million records worldwide
Chart Success	Most played artist on Canadian radio in the 2010s
Major Hits	“Summer of ’69,” “(Everything I Do) I Do It for You,” “Heaven”
Awards	20 Juno Awards, Grammy Award, Golden Globe nominations
Achievements	Inducted into Hollywood Walk of Fame, Canadian Music Hall of Fame
Notable Albums	“Reckless,” “Waking Up the Neighbours,” “So Far So Good”
Education	Attended American International School and Argyle Secondary School
Musical Journey	Started in bands at age 15, rose to fame with debut album at 20
Collaborations	Worked with artists like Barbra Streisand and Melanie C
Philanthropy	Received Governor General’s Performing Arts Award for contributions to the arts

Bryan Adams is a Canadian rock singer, guitarist, songwriter, and photographer. He is the artist with the most extended numbering single in UK chart history, with a record 16 weeks at number one with Robinhood film’s hit Everything I Do (I Do It For You).

Bryan Adams understands music and photography in particular and art in general. There he plays a creator, a keeper of memory, and a transmitter of beauty. With such a mindset, he was never forgotten by the audience.

41. Brad Garrett

Brad Garrett	Information
Full Name	Brad Garrett
Birthname	Bradley Henry Gerstenfeld
Born	April 14, 1960
Birthplace	Oxnard, California, U.S.
Medium	Stand-up, television, film
Alma Mater	University of California, Los Angeles
Years active	1980–present
Genres	Observational comedy, prop comedy, improvisational comedy, insult comedy, satire
Notable Roles	Robert Barone on “Everybody Loves Raymond”
Awards	3 Primetime Emmy Awards
Notable Films	“Casper”, “A Bug’s Life”, “Finding Nemo”, “Ratatouille”, “Tangled”, “Christopher Robin”
Voice Acting	Lobo in “Justice League”
Comedy Club	Owner of Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club at MGM Grand, Las Vegas
Notable Ventures	Co-creator of Disney+’s “Big Shot”
Relationship Status	Married to IsaBeall Quella since 2021
Notable Quote	“When it comes to luck, you make your own.”

Brad Garrett is an American comedian, actor, voice actor, and professional poker player. Garrett had initial success as a stand-up comedian in the early 1980s. Capitalizing on that success in the late 1980s, Garrett began appearing in television and film in supporting and guest roles. 

His first significant role was as Robert Barone on the CBS sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond. In 2002, he gave an Emmy Award-nominated and critically acclaimed performance as Jackie Gleason on the television series Gleason.

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42. Bryan Cranston

Bryan Cranston	Information
Full Name	Bryan Cranston
Birthdate	March 7, 1956
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupations	Actor, producer, director
Years Active	1980–present
Notable Works	Breaking Bad, Malcolm in the Middle, Argo
Awards	Primetime Emmy Awards: 6, Tony Awards: 2, Golden Globe: 1
Spouses	Mickey Middleton, Robin Dearden
Children	Taylor Dearden
Early Life	Raised in Canoga Park, Los Angeles
Education	Los Angeles Valley College
Breakthrough Role	Walter White in Breaking Bad
Critical Acclaim	Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe, Tony Awards
Producer & Director	Produced and directed episodes of Breaking Bad
Recent Films	The Upside, Asteroid City

Bryan Lee Cranston is an American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. He is known for the films Breaking Bad, Malcolm in the Middle, and Seinfeld. 

Cranston’s performance in Breaking Bad is considered by many to be one of the greatest in television history, earning him four Primetime Emmy Awards for Best Actor in a Drama Series.

43. Demi Moore

Demi Moore	Information
Full Name	Demi Gene Moore
Born	November 11, 1962
Birthplace	Roswell, New Mexico, U.S.
Occupations	American actress
Years Active	1981–present
Notable Works	Ghost, A Few Good Men, Indecent Proposal, Disclosure, Striptease, G.I. Jane
Spouses	Freddy Moore (m. 1981; div. 1985), Bruce Willis (m. 1987; div. 2000), Ashton Kutcher (m. 2005; div. 2013)
Children	3, including Rumer Willis
Breakthrough Role	Starring role in Ghost (1990)
Highest Grossing Film	Ghost (1990)
Notable Achievements	Golden Globe nomination for Ghost (1990)
Recent Accomplishment	Release of memoir “Inside Out” (2019), New York Times Best Seller
Awards	Golden Globe nomination

Demi Moore was born in 1962 in the United States; she is a film actress, producer, director, and model. Joining the entertainment industry in 1981, she was once considered a teen icon in the 1980s and was on the list of big Hollywood stars of the 1990s with many roles in hit movies. 

Demi Moore was once ranked as the highest-earning actress of all time. In 2019, she released a memoir titled Inside Out, which became a New York Times Best Seller.

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44. Gabrielle Carteris

Gabrielle Carteris	Information
Full Name	Gabrielle Anne Carteris
Birthdate	January 2, 1961
Birthplace	Scottsdale, Arizona, U.S.
Occupation	Actress, Trade Union Leader
Best Known Role	Andrea Zuckerman in Beverly Hills, 90210
Years Active	1987–present
Spouse	Charles Isaacs (married in 1992)
Children	2
Twin Brother	James
Ancestry	Greek (father), Jewish (mother)
Education	Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts from Sarah Lawrence College (1983)
Notable Role	Andrea Zuckerman on Beverly Hills, 90210
Post-90210 Career	Television, film, and video game appearances
Television Talk Show	Hosted own show “Gabrielle”
Voiceover Work	Provided voice for the Motorola intelligent assistant “Mya”
Recent TV Appearance	Fox’s BH90210 reboot
Trade Union Leadership	Executive Vice President and President of SAG-AFTRA
California Labor Federation Role	Vice President

Gabrielle Anne Carteris is an American actress and union leader. Her best-known role was as Andrea Zuckerman in the early 1990s Beverly Hills television series 90210. 

In 2012, Carteris was elected Executive Vice President of SAG-AFTRA, a union representative of more than 100,000 actors and other experts, mainly in the United States. She married Charles Isaacs in 1992 and has two daughters named Kelsey and Molly.

45. Sheryl Crow

Sheryl Crow	Information
Full Name	Sheryl Crow
Birthdate	February 11, 1962
Birthplace	Kennett, Missouri, U.S.
Occupation	Musician, singer, songwriter, actress
Genres	Rock, pop, country, folk, blues
Albums Released	11 studio albums, 5 compilations, 3 live albums
Popular Songs	“All I Wanna Do,” “If It Makes You Happy,” “Everyday Is a Winding Road”
Grammy Awards	9 wins (out of 32 nominations)
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction	2023
Education	University of Missouri, BS Ed in music education
Instruments	Vocals, guitar, bass guitar, piano, keyboards, harmonica, accordion, ukulele
Record Labels	A&M, Warner Bros., Big Machine, Universal

Sheryl Crow is an exceptionally famous name in the music world. Crow has released nine studio albums, two compilation albums, and one live album, with more than 17 million albums sold in the United States and over 50 million albums worldwide. She owns 9 Grammy Awards from 32 National Institute of Recording Arts and Sciences nominations.

Sheryl Crow’s life and career completely changed after Sheryl won breast cancer in 2006. Sheryl shared with The New York Times: “Before I got sick, I used to not look at it – the audience when I act because I don’t want to lose focus when I look them in the eye. But now, I have to see people, and I want to connect with the audience. I find that engaging with people is great. Everyone wants to be connected to someone.”

46. Hugh Laurie

Hugh Laurie	Information
Full Name	Hugh Laurie
Birthdate	June 11, 1959
Birthplace	Blackbird Leys, Oxfordshire, England
Nationality	English
Occupation	Actor, Comedian, Writer, Musician
Education	Selwyn College, Cambridge
Known For	Dr. Gregory House on “House,” Fry and Laurie comedy duo
Awards	3 Golden Globe Awards, 2 Screen Actors Guild Awards, 10 Primetime Emmy Award nominations
Notable Works	“A Bit of Fry & Laurie,” “Jeeves and Wooster,” “House”
Musical Career	Blues musician, released albums “Let Them Talk” and “Didn’t It Rain”
Literary Works	Author of the novel “The Gun Seller”

Hugh Laurie (born 1959) is an English actor, musician, writer, two-time Golden Globe Award winner, and six-time Emmy Award nominee.

In 2011 he was recognized by the Guinness Book of Records as the highest-paid TV actor, with £250,000 an episode in the series House. Although literature was not Laurie’s “right-hand occupation,” The Gun Seller, his first novel (and only novel to date), became immediately popular and was reprinted many times.

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47. Colin Firth

Colin Firth	Information
Full Name	Colin Andrew Firth CBE
Birthdate	September 10, 1960
Birthplace	Grayshott, Hampshire, England
Citizenship	United Kingdom, Italy
Alma Mater	National Youth Theatre, Drama Centre London
Occupations	Actor, Producer, Screenwriter
Years Active	1983–present
Works	Pride and Prejudice, The King’s Speech, A Single Man, Bridget Jones’s Diary, Love Actually
Spouse	Livia Giuggioli (m. 1997; sep. 2019)
Children	3
Relatives	Kate Firth (sister), Jonathan Firth (brother)
Awards	Academy Award, British Academy Film Awards, Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Awards, Primetime Emmy Award
Other Ventures	Founder of Raindog Films, Producer of Eye in the Sky and Loving
Humanitarian Efforts	Advocate for indigenous tribal people, refugees’ rights, and environmental issues

Colin Firth is the name that guarantees the box office success of many famous movies such as Love actually, Bridget Jones’s Diary, Shakespeare in Love, Mama Mia, etc. Through each work, we witness Colin Firth again wholly different: more mature, quieter, and more profound. In 2010, with the role of a gay professor in A Single Man, the actor’s career reached a new height. A year later, Colin officially won his first prestigious Oscar when he was named in the Best Actor category for playing King George VI in The King’s Speech. 

For nearly half a century, Colin Firth has brought us the image of a calm, quiet gentleman with roles prone to complex psychological developments. Thought there would be no more surprises from this actor. At age 58, Colin first played an active role in the hit movie Kingsman: The Secret Service.

48. Paul Gross

Paul Gross	Information
Full Name	Paul Michael Gross
Birthdate	April 30, 1959
Birthplace	Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Occupation(s)	Actor, director, writer, producer, musician
Years active	1985–present
Spouse	Martha Burns (married in 1988)
Children	2 (including Hannah Gross)
Education	University of Alberta (Fine Arts degree)
Notable Works	– “Due South” (TV series) – “Passchendaele” (film) – “Slings & Arrows” (TV series) – “Republic of Doyle” (TV series)
Awards	– Gemini Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Continuing Leading Dramatic Role (for “Due South”) – Genie Award for Best Achievement in Direction (for “Passchendaele”) – Dora Mavor Moore Award for Outstanding Direction of a Musical (for “Ride the Cyclone”) – And many more
Other Talents	– Musician (guitarist and singer) – Writer and producer – Director
Recent Projects	– “Hyena Road” (war drama, 2015) – “King Lear” (Stratford Festival, 2023)

Paul Gross is a Canadian actor, director, writer, producer, and musician. Gross is known for his lead role as Constable Benton Fraser in the popular Canadian television series Due South as well as for his 2008 war film Passchendaele, which he wrote, produced, directed, and starred in. 

In September 1988, Gross married Canadian actress Martha Burns. The couple have two children, Hannah Gross, who is also an actress, and Jack Gross.

49. Martin Lawrence

Martin Lawrence	Information
Full Name	Martin Fitzgerald Lawrence
Birthdate	April 16, 1965
Birthplace	Frankfurt, West Germany
Nationality	American
Occupation	Comedian, Actor
Known For	Bad Boys franchise, Martin (TV series), Big Momma’s House franchise
Years Active	1987–present
Genres	Observational comedy, physical comedy, satire, blue comedy
Spouse	Patricia Southall (m. 1995; div. 1997), Shamicka Gibbs (m. 2010; div. 2012)
Children	3
Residence	Purcellville, Virginia
Awards	None available
Notable Achievements	Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (April 20, 2023)

Martin Fitzgerald Lawrence is an American actor, director, film producer, screenwriter, and comedian. He rose to fame in the 1990s, establishing a Hollywood career as a leading actor, most notably in the films Bad Boys, Blue Streak, and Big Momma’s House.

Most prominent with the first Bad Boys work, which earned $ 141 million worldwide with a very modest budget. In the second season, the film is more invested in the cinematography than the setting of the film and excellently earned $ 273 million worldwide in 2003.

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50. Lisa Kudrow

Lisa Kudrow	Information
Full Name	Lisa Valerie Kudrow
Birthdate	July 30, 1963
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Actress
Known For	Phoebe Buffay in “Friends”
Years Active	1983–present
Spouse	Michel Stern (m. 1995)
Children	1
Breakout Role	Phoebe Buffay in the sitcom “Friends”
Awards	Primetime Emmy, Screen Actors Guild, Satellite,
Film Career	Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion,
Television Projects	The Comeback, Web Therapy, HouseBroken,
Academic Background	BA in Biology from Vassar College
Improv Career	Member of The Groundlings and Transformers
Significant Characters	Valerie Cherish (The Comeback),
Other Ventures	Executive producer, 25 Words or Less
Honors	Primetime Emmy Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards,

Kudrow began his acting career in the late 1980s with many television projects. She soon achieved success with the series Mad About you as Ursula Buffay. At the same time, her name spread worldwide when she transformed into Phoebe Buffay – the twin sister of Ursula in the series Friends. With her creative, mischievous acting, the star won an Emmy Award and 2 Screen Actors Guild Awards for this role. 

Besides acting, Kudrow is also a talented writer and producer. The series The Comeback, produced and starred by her, is highly appreciated by experts, receiving many nominations at the Critics’ Choice Television Awards, and Primetime Emmy Awards.