50 Famous People with ENTP Personality Type

According to the MBTI personality classification system, ENTP is a personality group expressed through 4 criteria: E – Extraverted, N – iNtuition, T – Thinking, and P – Perceiving. With these personality traits, people of the ENTP group are visionary, quick-minded, and creative, always ready to face challenges. People with the ENTP personality type make up only about 2.5% of the female population and about 4% of the global male population. Although accounting for such a small percentage, many successful ENTP Celebrities still have many achievements for themselves and bring good value to society. Let’s see how the ENTP personality group will express themselves through the following 50 celebrities!

1. Tom Hanks

TOM HANKS	INFORMATION
Full Name	Thomas Jeffrey Hanks
Birthdate	July 9, 1956
Birthplace	Concord, California, U.S.
Citizenship	United States, Greece
Alma Mater	Chabot College, California State University, Sacramento
Occupations	Actor, Filmmaker
Years Active	1977–present
Works	View the list of performances
Political Party	Democratic
Spouses	Samantha Lewes (1978-1987), Rita Wilson (1988-present)
Children	4 (including Colin and Chet)
Relatives	Jim Hanks (brother), Larry Hanks (brother)
Awards	AFI Life Achievement Award (2002), Kennedy Center Honor (2014), Presidential Medal of Freedom (2016), French Legion of Honor (2016), Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award (2020)
Box Office Gross	Over $4.9 billion (North America), over $9.96 billion (Worldwide)
Notable Films	Splash (1984), Big (1988), A League of Their Own (1992), Philadelphia (1993), Forrest Gump (1994), Saving Private Ryan (1998), Cast Away (2000), Toy Story series, The Da Vinci Code series, Sully (2016), A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019), News of the World (2020), Elvis (2022)
Television Achievements	Primetime Emmy Awards (producer), From the Earth to the Moon (1998), Band of Brothers (2001), John Adams (2008), The Pacific (2009), Game Change (2012), Olive Kitteridge (2015)
Theater Background	Studied theater at Chabot College and California State University, Sacramento
Internship	Great Lakes Theater Festival, Cleveland
Early Film Career	He Knows You’re Alone (1980), Splash (1984), Bachelor Party (1984)
Critical Acclaim	Academy Award for Best Actor for Philadelphia (1993), Academy Award for Best Actor for Forrest Gump (1994), Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award

Thanks to his remarkable achievements, Tom Hanks is one of Hollywood’s monuments. He is the second person to win 2 Academy Awards for Best Actor in two consecutive years (1993-1994). He won the Achievement Award for lifetime achievement at the 77th Golden Globe Awards (2020) and owned seven consecutive blockbusters with over 100 million USD in revenue.

He is remembered for famous films such as Philadelphia, Forrest Gump, Apollo 13, Saving Private Ryan, Catch me if you can, The da Vinci Code, and Inferno. 

He is a typical representative of ENTP people because of his foresight, good intuition, creative ideas, and vast knowledge. Besides, he is also a very kind person, close, and always ready to help people.

If you’re a fan of American Actors, you’d definitely know Tom Hanks. He is one of the most beloved actors of our time. Having played roles in movies like “Forrest Gump,” “Saving Private Ryan,” and “Cast Away,” he has become a household name. But did you know that Tom Hanks is also a producer, writer, and director? He has also starred in various TV series, and his “Band of Brothers” series on HBO is a must-watch.

2. Celine Dion 

Celine Dion	Information
Full Name	Celine Dion
Birthdate	March 30, 1968
Birthplace	Charlemagne, Quebec, Canada
Nationality	Canadian
Occupation	Singer
Nickname	Queen of Power Ballads
Genres	Pop, Rock, R&B, Gospel, Classical Music
Language	English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Latin, Japanese, Chinese
Spouse	Rene Angelil (m. 1994; died 2016)
Children	3
Parents	Thérèse Dion (Mother)
Years Active	1980–present
Awards	5 Grammy Awards, Honorary Doctorates in Music
Best-Selling Albums	Falling into You, Let’s Talk About Love, D’eux
Best-Selling Songs	“The Power of Love”, “Because You Loved Me”, “My Heart Will Go On”
Vocal Ability	Noted for powerful and technically skilled vocals
Musical Influences	1980s soft rock, soul, classical music
Recognitions	Named “Queen of Adult Contemporary” by Billboard
Record Sales	Estimated at 200 million worldwide

The other Celebrity that has an ENTP personality is Celine Dion. With her virtuoso vocal skills and powerful vocals, she is one of the biggest-grossing music artists, with over 200 million albums worldwide. Celine Dion’s name is associated with the record “My heart will go on,” released in 1997. Thanks to this song, she has received prestigious awards at the Oscars, Golden Globes, and Grammys.

Although her personal life suffered many losses with the loss of loved ones, at present, she still tries to overcome and contribute many good values to society.

3. Mark Twain 

Mark Twain	Information
Full Name	Mark Twain
Pen Name	Mark Twain
Occupation	Writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, lecturer
Language	American English
Genres	Adventure fiction, speculative fiction, travelogue, opinion journalism, literary criticism, polemic, essay, autobiography, correspondence, oration
Literary Movement	American Realism
Years Active	From 1863 onwards
Notable Works	The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court, Pudd’nhead Wilson, The Gilded Age
Spouse	Olivia Langdon (married in 1870; died in 1904)
Children	4, including Susy, Clara, and Jean
Birthdate	November 30, 1835
Birthplace	Florida, Missouri, U.S.
Death	April 21, 1910
Resting Place	Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, New York, U.S.
Parents	John Marshall Clemens (father), Jane Lampton Clemens (mother)

Mark Twain is considered the father of American literature. He has a satirical, liberal writing style that reflects the reality of the contemporary United States. Besides, in his lectures, he also brings laughter to the audience through simple, close gestures and words. 

He is best known for his works: The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County and Other Sketches (1867), Innocents Abroad (1869), Roughing It (published 1872), The Gilded Age (1873), The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876), A Tramp Abroad, (1880), Life on the Mississippi (1883), The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1884), A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court (1889), The Person sitting in the Darkness (1901). 

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4. Walt Disney 

Walt Disney	Information
Full Name	Walt Disney
Birthdate	December 5, 1901
Birthplace	Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Occupation	Animator, film producer, entrepreneur
Title	President of The Walt Disney Company
Spouse	Lillian Disney (m. 1925)
Children	2, including Diane Disney Miller
Relatives	Disney family
Awards	26 Academy Awards, 3 Golden Globe Awards, 1 Emmy Award
Died	December 15, 1966 (aged 65)
Burial Place	Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, California
Contributions	Pioneer of the American animation industry
Notable Achievements	Introduced advancements in cartoon production

Walt Disney is behind the success of the world-famous amusement park system Disneyland and Disney World. With his contributions, he has received a total of 22 Oscars, holding the record for winning the most Oscars in history.

He spent a difficult childhood, having to help his parents earn a living with many different jobs. However, with the typical ENTP personalities, he overcame all of them, promoting his creativity with the birth of a series of famous cartoon characters such as Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Pluto dog.

5. Cole Sprouse

Cole Sprouse	Information
Full Name	Cole Mitchell Sprouse
Birthdate	August 4, 1992
Birthplace	Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy
Nationality	American
Known For	– Portraying Cody Martin in “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody” and its spin-off series
Early Career	– Acting alongside twin brother Dylan Sprouse
Education	Studied Geographic Information Systems and archaeology at New York University
Social Activism	Participated in protests for racial justice
Awards and Nominations	13-time nominee and 8-time winner of the Teen Choice Award

Cole Sprouse was born in Italy; when he was four months old, his family moved to his hometown in Long Beach, California. Along with his twin brother Dylan Sprouse, Cole Sprouse created a pair of child actors known for teen sitcoms such as The Suite Life of Zack & Cody (2005-2008), The Suite Life on Deck (2008-2011), I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus, Just for Kicks. 

Currently, Cole Sprouse has been working hard to develop himself out of the shadow of the teen roles associated with his name. In 2017, Cole gained attention with the role of Jughead in the popular TV series “Riverdale.”

If you have been wondering about Cole Sprouse’s height and how tall the Riverdale actor really is, we have got you covered. At 6’0″ (183 cm), Cole Sprouse stands taller than the average American male, and his height has certainly not stopped him from achieving success in the acting industry.

6. Peter Dinklage

Peter Dinklage	Information
Full Name	Peter Dinklage
Birthdate	June 11, 1969
Birthplace	Jersey Shore, New Jersey, U.S. or Morristown, New Jersey
Alma Mater	Bennington College
Occupations	Actor, producer
Years Active	1993–present
Works	Game of Thrones, Avengers: Infinity War, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
Height	4 ft 5 in (1.35 m)
Spouse	Erica Schmidt (since 2005)
Children	2
Awards	Primetime Emmy Award (4 wins), Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award
Known For	Tyrion Lannister on Game of Thrones
Achondroplasia	Common form of dwarfism
Social Awareness	Raises awareness about dwarfs through celebrity status
Theatrical Performances	Richard III, A Month in the Country, Cyrano
Breakthrough Role	Finbar McBride in The Station Agent
Notable Films	Elf, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Avengers: Infinity War
Voice Acting	Provided voice-acting for the video game Destiny

Peter Dinklage is an American actor and producer. He was born with a rare disease that made him only 1.35m (4 foot 5 inches). However, overcoming his inferiority complex and the ridicule of others, he took acting classes. His name is known through films: Black comedy Living in oblivion (1995), The Station Agent (2003), Elf (2003), Lassie (2005), Find me Guilty (2006), and Death at a Funeral (2006). 2010), X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014). 

His efforts and contributions have received many prestigious awards, including a Golden Globe Award and two Emmy Awards.

7. Paul Rudd

Paul Rudd	Information
Full Name	Paul Stephen Rudd
Birthdate	April 6, 1969
Birthplace	Passaic, New Jersey, U.S.
Alma Mater	University of Kansas, American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Occupations	Actor, producer, screenwriter
Years Active	1991–present
Works	Clueless, Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, Ant-Man, and more
Spouse	Julie Yaeger
Children	2
Awards	Hollywood Walk of Fame star, Forbes Celebrity 100 list, People’s Sexiest Man Alive

Paul Rudd is the actor who played the ant-man character in the Marvel superhero universe in 2015. He started in the theater department of the University of Kansas and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. During his long career, Paul Rudd has been successful with many roles in such works as Clueless (1995), Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers (1995), Romeo + Juliet (1996), The Object of My Affection (1998), Wet Hot American Summer (2001), Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004), The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005), Knocked Up (2007), This Is 40 (2012), Wanderlust ( 2012), Mute (2018).

He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2015 and was named the Forbes Top 100 Celebrity in 2019.

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8. PSY 

PSY	Information
Full Name	Park Jae-sang
Stage Name	Psy
Birthdate	December 31, 1977 (age 45)
Birthplace	Seoul, South Korea
Occupations	Singer, rapper, songwriter, record producer
Years Active	1999–present
Spouse	Yoo Hye-yeon (m. 2006)
Children	2
Awards	Okgwan Order of Cultural Merit
Known For	Hit single “Gangnam Style”
YouTube Milestone	First video to exceed 1 billion views
Founder	P Nation
Education	Berklee College of Music
Military Service	Served as Private First Class
Latest Album	Psy 6 (Six Rules), Part 1 (2012)
Goodwill Ambassador	United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

PSY  is a Korean singer who took the world by storm with the hit “Gangnam Style.” The song has set records in terms of views, views, and streams worldwide for a long time. PSY used to study at Berklee College of Music, one of the world’s most prestigious contemporary music institutes. His songs often explore new issues and reveal new perspectives and lyrics that transcend the usual standards of Asian pop music.

9. Neil Patrick Harris

Neil Patrick Harris	Information
Full Name	Neil Patrick Harris
Born	June 15, 1973
Birthplace	Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.
Education	La Cueva High School
Occupations	Actor, singer, writer, producer, television host
Years Active	1988–present
Spouse	David Burtka (married in 2014)
Children	2
Notable TV Roles	Doogie Howser, M.D.; How I Met Your Mother; A Series of Unfortunate Events
Notable Film Roles	Starship Troopers, Gone Girl, The Smurfs, Harold & Kumar series
Stage Performances	Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Sweeney Todd, Cabaret, Company
Tony Awards	Best Leading Actor in a Musical (Hedwig and the Angry Inch)
Other Recognitions	Named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in 2010
Current Projects	Matrix franchise, Peter Pan Goes Wrong (limited engagement)
Hosting Experience	Tony Awards, Primetime Emmy Awards, Academy Awards

Regarding the most influential celebrities in the world, we can’t help but mention the famous actress Neil Patrick Harris. He is widely known for his role as Barney Stinson in the comedy series How I met your Mother. Not only succeeding in his acting career, but Neil Patrick Harris also shows his ability through the fields of musicals, television, and host. 

He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2011 and was in the Times magazine’s 100 most influential people in 2010. He has received prestigious Emmy Awards and many nominations for the Golden Globe Award.

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10. Anna Kendrick

Anna Kendrick	Information
Full Name	Anna Kendrick
Birthdate	August 9, 1985
Birthplace	Portland, Maine, U.S.
Nationality	American
Occupation	Actress, Singer
Years Active	1998–present
Known For	Pitch Perfect, Up in the Air, Into the Woods
Notable Films	Twilight Saga, Up in the Air, Pitch Perfect
Notable Songs	“Cups (When I’m Gone)”
Voice Roles	Trolls, Trolls World Tour
Memoir	Scrappy Little Nobody
Alma Mater	Deering High School, Bates College

Anna Kendrick is an American film actress. She started her acting career on the Broadway stage in 1998; Her name began to be noticed with the movie Twilight – the film that brought her her first Oscar nomination. In 2009, for the role of Natalie Keener in the movie “Up in the Air,” she received high praise from the industry. Specifically, she was nominated for a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and an Academy Award for Actress. She is known for being humble and always striving for work.

11. Rowan Atkinson 

Rowan Atkinson	Information
Full Name	Rowan Atkinson
Birth Name	Rowan Sebastian Atkinson
Born	January 6, 1955
Birthplace	Consett, County Durham, England
Occupation	Actor, Comedian, Writer
Known For	Blackadder, Mr. Bean, Johnny English
Medium	Stand-up, Television, Film
Education	Newcastle University (BSc)
Years Active	1978–present
Spouse	Sunetra Sastry (m. 1990; div. 2015)
Partner(s)	Louise Ford (2013–present)
Children	3
Relative(s)	Rodney Atkinson (brother)
Awards	BAFTA, Olivier Award, CBE
Notable Works	Blackadder, Mr. Bean, Johnny English
Contributions	Not the Nine O’Clock News, The Thin Blue Line
Voice Sample	From the BBC programme Front Row Interviews, 2012

Rowan Atkinson is a popular actor and comic book writer best kRowan Atkinson nown for his role as ‘Mr Bean” in the hit TV series and two films of the same name. Before sticking to Mr. Bean’s role over nearly two decades, he has taken on various comedic roles on BBC radio, acted in movies, and acted on the stage. He was honored with the title Commander of the British Empire in 2013.

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12. Claire Danes 

Claire Danes	Information
Full Name	Claire Danes
Birthdate	April 12, 1979
Birthplace	Manhattan, New York City, U.S.
Education	Lycée Français de Los Angeles
Occupation	Award-Winning Actress
Years Active	1990–present
Spouse	Hugh Dancy
Children	2
Notable Roles	Angela Chase in “My So-Called Life” (Golden Globe Award winner) Temple Grandin in “Temple Grandin” (Primetime Emmy Award winner) Carrie Mathison in “Homeland” (Two-time Primetime Emmy Award winner)
Awards and Honors	Three Primetime Emmy Awards Four Golden Globe Awards Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine (2012)
Broadway Debut	Eliza Doolittle in the 2007 revival of “Pygmalion”
Other Endeavors	Audiobook recording of Margaret Atwood’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” (2012 Audie Award winner) Hosted the 2013 Nobel Peace Prize Concert
Personal Insight	Engages in therapy for self-reflection

Claire Danes is a prime example of an ENTP personality. She overcame the inferiority complex about her appearance, even planning to drop out of Yale University to pursue her passion for acting. In response to those efforts, she won a Golden Globe Award for her roles in the films So-Called Life, Temple Grandin, and Homeland. 

In 2012, Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Most influential in the world. In 2015, she was awarded the Hollywood Walk of Fame star.

13. Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert	Information
Full Name	Stephen Colbert
Birthdate	May 13, 1964 (age 59)
Birthplace	Washington, D.C., U.S.
Medium	Television, theater, film, books
Alma Mater	Northwestern University (BA)
Years Active	1984–present
Genres	Political/news satire, improvisational comedy, black comedy, character comedy, sketch comedy, surreal humor
Subject(s)	American politics, American culture, political punditry, pop culture, current events, civil rights, religion
Spouse	Evelyn McGee (m. 1993)
Children	3
Parent(s)	James William Colbert Jr.
Relative(s)	Elizabeth Colbert Busch (sister)
Stephen Colbert’s Voice	Testified before Congress on migrant farm labor, recorded September 24, 2010
Career Highlights	Hosted “The Colbert Report” (2005-2014) and “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” since September 2015
Awards and Recognition	Nine Primetime Emmy Awards, two Grammy Awards, three Peabody Awards
Notable Work	Authored “I Am America (And So Can You!)” – No. 1 on The New York Times Best Seller list in 2007
Personal Background	Youngest of eleven children in a Catholic family, grew up in James Island, South Carolina
Education	Graduated from Northwestern University’s School of Communication in 1986

Stephen Tyrone Colbert hosts The Colbert Report – the best-selling satirical comedy series in the US that deals with political, current, and social issues. The show’s success has earned Colbert 46 nominations and 10 Emmy Awards.

Besides being a presenter, Stephen Colbert is a comedian, political commentator, and writer. His book I am America (And So Can You!) is one of the New York Times bestsellers. In 2006, he was voted by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

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14. Martin Scorsese 

Martin Scorsese	Information
Full Name	Martin Charles Scorsese
Birthdate	November 17, 1942
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Citizenship	United States, Italy
Education	New York University (BA, MA)
Occupations	Film director, film producer, screenwriter, actor
Years Active	1962–present
Spouses	Laraine Marie Brennan (m. 1965; div. 1971), Julia Cameron (m. 1976; div. 1977), Isabella Rossellini (m. 1979; div. 1982), Barbara De Fina (m. 1985; div. 1991), Helen Schermerhorn Morris (m. 1999)
Partner	Illeana Douglas (1989–1997)
Children	3, including Domenica Cameron-Scorsese
Parents	Charles Scorsese, Catherine Scorsese

Martin Scorsese is considered the great North American cinema, one of the greatest filmmakers in the world, and a monument associated with the glorious history of Hollywood. His typical works include Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, Goodfellas, and Shutter Island. 

Martin Scorsese is always learning, renewing himself, and trying his hand at various film genres such as documentaries and musical films. He has three works on the 100 best American Academy of Sciences films list.

15. Chris Rock

Chris Rock	Information
Full Name	Christopher Julius Rock
Birthdate	February 7, 1965
Birthplace	Andrews, South Carolina, U.S.
Medium	Stand-up, film, television
Years Active	1984–present
Genres	Observational comedy, black comedy, sketch comedy, insult comedy, sarcasm, racial humor, satire
Subject(s)	American politics, African-American culture, current events, human sexuality, marriage, pop culture, race relations, racism
Spouse	Malaak Compton (m. 1996; div. 2016)
Children	2
Relative(s)	Tony Rock (brother)
Awards and Honors	Three Grammy Awards for Best Comedy Album, Four Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Award nomination
Stand-Up Ranking	Ranked highly on Comedy Central’s list of the Greatest Stand-ups of All Time
Notable Films	Beverly Hills Cop II, New Jack City, Boomerang, CB4, Head of State, The Longest Yard, Madagascar series, Top Five, Spiral
Notable TV Shows	Saturday Night Live, Everybody Hates Chris, Louie, Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, Fargo
Broadway Debut	The Motherfucker with the Hat (2011)
Hosting the Oscars	Hosted the Academy Awards in 2005 and 2016
Recent Special	Chris Rock: Selective Outrage (2023)
Notable Book	Rock This!
Notable Documentary	Good Hair (2009)

Chris Rock is a famous comedian in the United States whose career spans film, theater, and television. He was born into a working-class African-American family in Brooklyn and faced racism throughout childhood. But overcoming those difficulties, Chris Rock won four Emmy Awards and three Grammy Awards. In 2007, he ranked ninth in the “100 famous stand-up comedians in the UK” poll.

16. Micky Dolenz 

Micky Dolenz	Information
Full Name	Micky Dolenz
Birthdate	March 8, 1945
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Other Names	Mickey Braddock
Occupations	Actor, Musician, TV Producer, Businessman
Years Active	1956–present
Spouses	Samantha Juste, Trina Dow, Donna Quinter
Children	4, including Ami
Genres	Rock, Pop, Pop Rock, Psychedelic Rock
Instrument(s)	Vocals, Drums
Formerly of	The Monkees, Dolenz, Jones, Boyce & Hart
Family Background	Son of actors George Dolenz and Janelle Johnson
Education	Ulysses S. Grant High School
Notable Contributions	Drummer and primary vocalist for The Monkees, co-star of the TV series The Monkees
Unique Drumming Style	Adapted an unorthodox drum setup due to Perthes disease, playing right-handed and left-footed
Early Career	Starred as Corky in the TV show “Circus Boy” and performed with his band “Micky and the One-Nighters”
Distinctive Voice	Known for his distinctive voice that contributed to the Monkees’ sound
Songwriting	Wrote songs for the band, including “Randy Scouse Git” and directed/co-wrote the show’s final episode
Moog Synthesizer	Purchased and used one of the earliest Moog synthesizers in rock music
Last Surviving Member	Became the last surviving member of The Monkees after the deaths of Nesmith, Jones, and Tork
Solo Career	Recorded and released songs as a solo artist
Acting and Directing	Provided voice-overs for animated series, acted in films and TV shows, directed and produced various shows
Recent Projects	Played Charlemagne in the musical Pippin revival, toured in various roles

George Michael Dolenz Jr., commonly known as Micky Dolenz, is an American actor, television and theater director, radio personality, and musician. He is best known as the singer and drummer of the pop/rock band ‘The Monkees.’ In 1993, he released the book ‘I’m a Believer: My Life in Music, Music, and Madness,’ in which he captures the pop and rock star’s experiences with the Monkees.

17. Alexa Chung

Alexa Chung	Information
Full Name	Alexa Chung
Birthdate	November 5, 1983
Birthplace	Winchester, Hampshire, England
Education	Peter Symonds College
Occupations	Television Presenter, Model, Internet Personality, Writer, Fashion Designer
Years Active	1999–present
Height	1.73 m (5 ft 8 in)
Notable Achievements	– Author of the book “It”

Alexa Chung has a blend of Asian and Western beauty because she is a graphic design artist with two Anglo-Chinese bloodlines, and her mother is British. She started her modeling career quite early, at the age of 16. Despite this, she still studied hard and achieved good academic results.

Alexa Chung inspires many famous designers due to her beauty, strange personality, and unmistakable fashion sense. She is regularly featured in the best-dressed lists voted by Vogue, Elle, and Harper’s Bazaar magazines. In 2017, she launched a personal fashion brand called Alexa Chung.

Alexa Chung has become a style icon for her effortless and unique fashion choices. Her signature style includes mixing vintage and modern styles to create a classic yet edgy look. For more fashion inspiration, check out these 50 iconic celebrities with short hair who have inspired many to take the risk of chopping off their locks.

18. Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds	Information
Full Name	Ryan Rodney Reynolds
Birthdate	October 23, 1976
Birthplace	Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Citizenship	Canadian, American
Occupations	Actor, Film Producer, Businessman
Years Active	1991–present
Works	Notable Films: Deadpool, Deadpool 2, The Proposal, Free Guy
Spouses	Scarlett Johansson, Blake Lively
Children	4
Relatives	Paternal Grandfather: Chester Reynolds
Awards	People’s Sexiest Man Alive (2010), Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Notable Films	Deadpool, Deadpool 2, The Proposal, Free Guy
Business Ventures	Mint Mobile ownership stake, Co-owner of Wrexham A.F.C., Sold Aviation Gin stake for $610 million
Other Information	Irish and Scottish ancestry, Raised in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighborhood, Roman Catholic

Ryan Reynolds became famous in Hollywood thanks to his humorous, liberal roles, like his real-life personality. The main role of Deadpool in the superhero movie of the same name is rated his greatest success to date. 

Once judged by one-color acting, Reynolds has tried to renew himself with many new roles, with various psychological changes and plots. His most typical works include Buried (2010), Woman in Gold (2015), and Life (2017), acting in action movies such as Blade: Trinity (2004), Green Lantern (2011), 6 Underground (2019), and Free Guy (2021).

He also tried his hand at voice acting in the animated films: The Croods (2013), Turbo (2013), Pokémon: Detective Pikachu (2019), and The Croods: A New Age (2020).

19. Imogen Heap

Imogen Heap	Information
Full Name	Imogen Jennifer Heap
Birthdate	December 9, 1977
Birthplace	Romford, London, England
Education	BRIT School
Occupations	Musician, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer
Years active	1995–present
Partner(s)	Michael Lebor
Children	1
Genres	Pop, Electropop, Experimental Pop, Alternative Rock
Instruments	Vocals, Piano, Cello, Clarinet, Guitar, Drums, Array Mbira, Hang
Labels	Almo Sounds, Megaphonic, RCA
Member of	Frou Frou
Formerly of	Acacia

Imogen Heap is a Grammy Award-winning British singer-songwriter. She studied classical music, played many different instruments, and was a pioneer in combining technology and music. Music magazine Rolling Stone said, “Heap is not only a charming vocalist with a powerful appeal… but also a nuanced singer willing to dig into the depths.”

20. Amy Poehler

Amy Poehler	Information
Full Name	Amy Poehler
Birthdate	September 16, 1971
Birthplace	Newton, Massachusetts, U.S.
Alma Mater	Boston College
Occupations	Actress, comedian, writer, producer, director
Years Active	1996–present
Spouse	Will Arnett
Children	2
Relatives	Greg Poehler (brother)
Awards	Golden Globe Award, Primetime Emmy Award, Hollywood Walk of Fame
Comedy Career	TV: Saturday Night Live, Parks and Recreation
Notable Films	Mean Girls, Baby Mama, Sisters, Wine Country
Notable Voice Acting Roles	Inside Out, Shrek the Third, Monsters vs. Aliens
Other Productions	Welcome to Sweden, Broad City, Difficult People, Duncanville, Russian Doll
Contributions	Executive producer on various television series
Improv Group	Co-founder of Upright Citizens Brigade
Early Career	Studied improv in Chicago, Comedy Central sketch-comedy series
Ancestry	Irish, German, Portuguese, English
Education	Degree in media and communications from Boston College
Notable Collaborators	Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph, Seth Meyers
Notable Hostings	Golden Globe Awards, Saturday Night Live
Notable Impressions	Hillary Clinton, Avril Lavigne, Britney Spears, Madonna, Julia Roberts, and more
Notable Sketches	Bronx Beat, Kaitlyn, Amber, Betty Caruso
Hollywood Walk of Fame	Received a star for contributions to television

Amy Poehler was one of the main cast members of NBC’s weekend comedy show Saturday Night Live during 2001 – 2004. Besides, she was also a voice actress for many such animated films:  Shrek the Third (2007), Horton Hears a Who! (2008), Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel (2009), Monsters vs. Aliens (2009), Hoodwinked Too!: Hood vs. Evil (2011), and Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chip-Wrecked (2011), The Secret World of Arrietty (2012), Free Birds, and Inside Out (2015).

In 2012, she won the Critics’ Choice Award for Best Actress in a Comedy Series. In 2014, she won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Musical or Comedy Series. In 2015, Poehler was named a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her contributions to television.

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21. Adam Dutkiewicz

Adam Dutkiewicz	Information
Full Name	Adam Jonathan Dutkiewicz
Birthdate	April 4, 1977
Birthplace	Westhampton, Massachusetts, U.S.
Genres	Metalcore, heavy metal, hardcore punk, melodic death metal
Occupation(s)	Musician, record producer
Instrument(s)	Guitar, drums, bass, vocals
Years Active	1992–present
Formerly of	Aftershock
Production Work	Produced albums for various bands
Guitar Preference	Caparison Guitars, EVH Wolfgangs
Amplifiers	Laney Amplification, Mesa Boogie, Marshall, Fender Twin ’65 Reverb, Vox AC30
Live Effects Rig	Maxon Overdrive, Delay, Compressor, Noise Suppressor, ABY Switcher, DI box, Tuner
Strings and Picks	D’Addario EXL115 (.011 – .049), Intune 1.14mm picks
Stage Personality	Energetic, humorous, crowd-engaging
Television Appearance	Contestant on The Price Is Right
Prizes Won	2015 Honda Fit, 2015 Nissan Frontier, small trailer, trip to Borrego Springs

Adam Jonathan Dutkiewicz is known as the lead guitarist and backing vocalist in metalcore bands such as Killswitch Engage, Aftershock, and Times of Grace. Adam Jonathan Dutkiewicz is enthusiastic and always gives his best on stage. In particular, he is well known for his unique stage attire. Besides singing and performing, he is a musician, a music engineer, and a music producer.. 

22. Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr	Information
Full Name	Robert John 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	Filmography
Spouses	Deborah Falconer (m. 1992; div. 2004), Susan Levin (m. 2005)
Partner	Sarah Jessica Parker (1984–1991)
Children	3
Parents	Robert Downey Sr. (father), Elsie Ann Ford (mother)

Robert John Downey, Jr. is an actor known for his role as Tony Tank (iron man) in the films of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He started acting at 5 in the film Pound, which his father directed. He is known as a person who is always progressive and dedicated to his work. 

During his acting career, he was awarded 2 Golden Globe Awards for Best Actor in Short Cuts (1994), Sherlock Holmes (2010), and 1 Golden Globe Award for Supporting Actor. Ally McBeal was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance as Charlie Chaplin in Chaplin (1992).

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23. Kate McKinnon 

Kate McKinnon	Information
Full Name	Kate McKinnon Berthold
Birthdate	January 6, 1984
Birthplace	Sea Cliff, New York, U.S.
Nationality	American
Education	Columbia University (BA)
Occupations	Actress, Comedian, Impressionist, Writer, Singer
Notable Works	Saturday Night Live, The Big Gay Sketch Show
Film Appearances	Ghostbusters (2016), Office Christmas Party (2016), Bombshell (2019)
TV Appearances	Saturday Night Live, The Big Gay Sketch Show
Awards	Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (2016, 2017)
Musical Abilities	Piano, Cello, Guitar
Comedy Group	Co-founder of Tea Party (focused on musical improv comedy)
Voice Acting	The Venture Bros., Robotomy, Ugly Americans, The Simpsons, Family Guy
Relationships	Previously in a relationship with Jackie Abbott
LGBTQ+ Advocacy	Openly discussed her sexual orientation at the Golden Globe Awards
Pets	Owns a cat named Nino Positano

Kathryn McKinnon Berthold is a beautiful, talented, intelligent, and witty actress. Kate’s acting is natural, using new but not ridiculous jokes and bringing laughter to everyone. 

Her name is associated with Saturday Night Live (SNL), an American variety comedy show on NBC. Kate McKinnon has been nominated for six Primetime Emmy Awards and received the award for an outstanding supporting woman in this comedy series.

24. Hugh Grant

Hugh Grant	Information
Full Name	Hugh John Mungo Grant
Born	September 9, 1960 (age 62)
Birthplace	Hammersmith, London, England
Occupation	English actor
Education	New College, Oxford
Awards	– British Academy Film Award
Notable Works	– Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994)
Television	– A Very English Scandal (2018)
Appearances	– The Undoing (2020)
Hallmarks	– Charming and vulnerable romantic leading man
Philanthropy	Critic of News Corporation during phone hacking scandal

Hugh Grant is one of Britain’s top film stars. He graduated from the Faculty of English Literature at the prestigious University of Oxford. In the 1990s, the actor appeared in many hit films such as Four Weddings And A Funeral (1994), Mickey Blue Eyes (1999), Notting Hill (1999), and Love Actually (2003). 

The 60-year-old star has canceled many awards, such as the Golden Globe, BAFTA, honorary César, and Venice Film Festival awards. In 2022, Time Out magazine listed Grant as one of Britain’s greatest actors.

25. Harry Connick Jr.

Harry Connick Jr	Information
Full Name	Harry Connick Jr.
Birthdate	September 11, 1967
Birthplace	New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
Occupations	Singer, pianist, composer, actor, television host
Years active	1977–present
Spouse	Jill Goodacre (married in 1994)
Children	3
Parent	Harry Connick Sr. (father)
Genres	Traditional pop, jazz, show tunes, swing, blue-eyed soul
Instruments	Vocals, piano
Labels	Adco Productions, Columbia Records, Verve, Marsalis Music
Records sold	Over 30 million worldwide
Best-selling album	“When My Heart Finds Christmas” (1993)
Chart achievements	Seven top 20 US albums, ten number-one US jazz albums, most number-one albums in US jazz history
Grammy Awards	Three
Emmy Awards	Two
Filmography	“Memphis Belle” (1990), “Copycat” (1995), “Independence Day” (1996), “Hope Floats” (1998)
Television	“Will & Grace” (2002-2006)
Philanthropy	Habitat for Humanity, Musicians’ Village

Harry Connick Jr. is America’s top talented singer and music producer. He is ranked by the Connick Association of the Recording Industry of America among the 60 best-selling male artists of all time in the United States. He has won 3 Grammy Awards and 2 Emmy Awards.

Besides being passionate about music, Harry Connick Jr. tries his best in many roles, including judge of American Idol, voice actor, and acting. With a cheerful and pleasant personality, he always brings comfort to his colleagues when working with him.

26. Jack Black 

Jack Black	Information
Full Name	Thomas Jacob “Jack” Black
Born	August 28, 1969
Birthplace	Santa Monica, California, U.S.
Occupations	Actor, Comedian, Musician
Years Active	1982-present
Spouse	Tanya Haden
Children	2
Musical Career	Lead vocalist and guitarist for Tenacious D
Film Roles	High Fidelity, Shallow Hal, School of Rock, King Kong, and more
Voice Acting	Kung Fu Panda franchise, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and more
YouTube Channel	JablinskiGames
Subscribers	5.04 million
Total Views	216.5 million
Awards	Golden Globe nomination, Best Voice award
Early Life	Raised in Hermosa Beach, California
Tenacious D	Comedy rock/hard rock band with four albums

Although Jack Black  does not have an expensive appearance and a standard body, he still tries to make an effort, surpass himself, and make his mark in Hollywood. In 2000, Black Jack’s acting career got a big boost with a role in the production of High Fidelity. Thanks to that, he had the opportunity to participate in bigger projects such as Shallow Hal, Nacho Libre, Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny, Year One, and Gulliver’s Travels.

Besides acting, Jack Black also possesses skills such as voice acting, hosting, gameshow, YouTuber, and music. Black is the lead singer and guitarist in the band Tenacious. On September 18, 2018, Jack Black earned a Hollywood Walk of Fame star.

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27. Paul Gilbert

Paul Gilbert	Information
Full Name	Paul Brandon Gilbert
Birthdate	November 6, 1966 (age 56)
Birthplace	Carbondale, Illinois, U.S.
Genres	Hard rock, heavy metal
Occupation	Musician
Instruments	Guitar, vocals
Years Active	1983–present
Labels	Universal Japan, Shrapnel, Music Theories Recordings
Co-founder	Co-founder of the band Mr. Big
Former Band	Former member of Racer X
Solo Career	Launched a successful solo career, releasing numerous albums and collaborating with other artists
Guitar Shredder	Voted fourth-best on GuitarOne magazine’s “Top 10 Greatest Guitar Shredders of All Time”
Fastest Guitarist	Ranked in Guitar World’s list, “50 Fastest Guitarists of All Time”
Early Years	Began playing music at a young age, featured in Guitar Player magazine
Music Education	Attended the Guitar Institute of Technology (GIT)
Instructional Work	Released instructional videos and recorded instructional material
Mr. Big	Co-founded and achieved international success with the band Mr. Big
Mr. Big Reunion	Reunited with the original members for a worldwide reunion tour and released a new album
Collaborations	Collaborated with various notable musicians in tribute bands and other projects

Paul Gilbert is an American guitarist and co-founder of the band Mr. Big. Gilbert is best known for his hand speed and versatility in playing style. The alternate picking technique combined with staccato allows him to play extremely complex passages quickly without using legato.

Gilbert was voted in the list of “50 fastest guitarists of all time” by GuitarWorld magazine. He is also the teacher of many other guitarists, such as Buckethead, Joey Tafolla, Russ Parrish, Michelle Meldrum, and Nicole Couch. 

28. Tom Waits 

Tom Waits	Information
Full Name	Tom Waits
Date of Birth	December 7, 1949
Place of Birth	Whittier, California
Occupations	Musician, Composer, Songwriter, Actor
Years Active	1969–present
Spouse	Kathleen Brennan (married in 1980)
Children	3
Genres	Experimental, Rock, Blues, Jazz
Instrument(s)	Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Harmonium
Labels	Asylum, Island, ANTI-
Musical Style	Lyrics focusing on the underbelly of society, deep gravelly voice
Influences	Bob Dylan, Beat Generation
Album Highlights	Closing Time, The Heart of Saturday Night, Small Change, Blue Valentine, Heartattack and Vine, Swordfishtrombones, Rain Dogs, Mule Variations, Bad as Me
Film Appearances	Francis Ford Coppola’s One from the Heart, Jim Jarmusch’s Down by Law
Theatrical Productions	The Black Rider, Alice
Critical Acclaim	Ranked No. 55 on Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time”
Awards	Multiple Grammy Awards, Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Tom Waits is an American singer and actor known for his unique vocals, expressive performances, and rather picky listeners. Waits’ music is hard to define fully; it mixes rock, jazz, blues, and folk, bringing rhyme to each song. With over 40 years of writing, performing, and acting in films), Waits have produced numerous songs, received several awards, and enjoyed a huge following worldwide.

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29. Dave Matthews

Dave Matthews	Information
Full Name	Dave Matthews
Birthdate	January 9, 1967
Birthplace	Johannesburg, South Africa
Genres	Acoustic rock, alternative rock, blues rock, roots rock, adult contemporary
Occupation(s)	Singer, songwriter, musician, record label owner
Instrument(s)	Vocals, guitar, piano
Years Active	1976–present
Labels	RCA, Sony
Member of	Dave Matthews Band
Grammy Awards	2 (Best Rock Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group – 1997, Best Male Rock Vocal Performance – 2004)
Citizenship	Naturalized U.S. citizen
Significant Roles	Lead vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist for the Dave Matthews Band
Philanthropy	Preservation of Blenheim Farm, Founder of Blenheim Vineyards, Collaboration in Dreaming Tree Wines

Dave Matthews is the lead vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist for the Dave Matthews Band (DMB). He started playing acoustic guitar at the age of nine. In addition to music, Matthews has played multiple roles as a songwriter and musician.

He has also won two Grammy Awards: one with the Dave Matthews Band in 1997 for Best Rock Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group (“So Much to Say”) and one in 2004 for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance (“Gravedigger”) from his solo album. 

30. Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek	Information
Full Name	Salma Hayek Pinault
Birthdate	September 2, 1966
Birthplace	Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, Mexico
Nationality	Mexican and American
Occupation	Actress, Film Producer
Education	Universidad Iberoamericana
Years Active	1988–present
Spouse	François-Henri Pinault
Children	1
Notable Films	Desperado, From Dusk till Dawn, Frida, Grown Ups, The Hitman’s Bodyguard
Awards	Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress for “Frida”

Salma Hayek Pinault is a Mexican actress and film producer nominated for an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, an Emmy, and a Daytime Emmy. She was the first Latin star nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress with Frida (2003). In addition to her acting career, she also conducts social projects to raise awareness of violence against women and combat discrimination against immigrants.

In July 2007, The Hollywood Reporter ranked Hayek fourth in the Latino Power 50 – a list of Hollywood’s most powerful members of the Latin community.

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31. Sacha Baron Cohen

Sacha Baron Cohen	Information
Full Name	Sacha Noam Baron Cohen
Birthdate	13 October 1971
Birthplace	London, England
Nationality	British
Occupations	Comedian, Actor, Writer, Producer
Notable Characters	Ali G, Borat Sagdiyev, Brüno Gehard, Admiral General Aladeen
Education	Christ’s College, Cambridge
Spouse	Isla Fisher
Children	3
Relatives	Erran Baron Cohen (brother)
Movies	Borat, The Dictator, The Trial of the Chicago 7
Television	Da Ali G Show, Who Is America?
Awards	BAFTA Awards, Golden Globe Awards, Screen Actors Guild Award
Accolades	Academy Award nominations

Sacha Noam Baron Cohen is an English actor and filmmaker. He has a pleasant personality, a sense of humor, and makes fun of others. Cohen is known for playing three fictional characters Ali G (series Da Ali G Show), Borat, and Brüno (film Brüno), in films of the mockumentary genre. The natural laughter through real situations helped the film succeed and was the launch pad for Sacha Baron Cohen’s name.

In 2021, the actor won the Golden Globe 2021 male lead category thanks to Borat Subsequent Movie Film – the second part of the popular Borat film franchise.

32. Mick Fleetwood

Mick Fleetwood	Information
Full Name	Mick Fleetwood
Birthdate	June 24, 1947
Birthplace	Redruth, Cornwall, England
Occupations	Musician, Songwriter, Actor
Years Active	1963-present
Spouses	Jenny Boyd, Sara Recor, Lynn Frankel
Children	4
Genres	Blues, Rock, Pop
Instrument(s)	Drums, Percussion
Labels	Blue Horizon, Warner Bros., RCA, Sanctuary
Member of	Fleetwood Mac
Formerly of	John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction	Inducted in 1998
Solo Career	Established successful solo career
Published Written Works	Author of written works
Acting Experience	Briefly explored acting

Michael John Kells Fleetwood is the leader of Fleetwood Mac – an Anglo-American rock band formed in London in 1967. The band has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making them one of the biggest best-selling artists ever. 

He is known to be the leader of the group who is very assertive and cares about every member. And Fleetwood does not limit himself to the band but also conducts solo projects, releases musical works, and participates in acting and television game shows.

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33. Mike Patton 

Mike Patton	Information
Full Name	Mike Patton
Birthdate	January 27, 1968
Birthplace	Eureka, California, U.S.
Genres	Avant-garde, alternative metal, experimental rock, art pop, opera, contemporary classical, funk metal
Occupation(s)	Singer, songwriter, producer, voice actor
Years Active	1984-present
Member of	Faith No More, Mr. Bungle, Fantômas, Tomahawk, Dead Cross, Moonchild Trio
Formerly of	Peeping Tom, Lovage, Kaada/Patton, Hemophiliac, Nevermen
Co-founder of	Ipecac Recordings
Notable Collaborators	John Zorn, Dan the Automator, Eyvind Kang
Vocal Range	Six octaves
Influences	Diverse and style-transcending
Label	Ipecac Recordings
Vocal Abilities	Proficient and diverse singing techniques
Contempt for Industry	Outspoken critic of the mainstream music industry
Influence on Artists	Coheed and Cambria, Deftones, Five Finger Death Punch, Hoobastank, Incubus, Killswitch Engage, Korn, Limp Bizkit, Queens of the Stone Age, System of a Down, Slipknot

Mike Patton is known as a powerful vocalist with a six-octave vocal range. His age is associated with the group Faith No More. He has made many contributions to the group’s success not only in the US market but also in the UK market.

Mike Patton is also known as a straightforward and decisive person, always progressive and constantly perfecting music products, whether it is a joint product or a solo product.

34. Josh Freese

Josh Freese	Information
Full Name	Josh Freese
Birth Name	Joshua Ryan Freese
Birthdate	December 25, 1972
Birthplace	Orlando, Florida, U.S.A.
Genres	Hard rock, heavy metal, pop punk, nu metal, new wave, industrial rock, alternative rock, pop, pop rock
Occupation	Musician
Instrument	Drums
Years Active	1988–present
Member of	Foo Fighters, Devo, The Vandals
Formerly of	Guns N’ Roses, A Perfect Circle, Sublime with Rome
Notable Collaborations	Nine Inch Nails, Weezer, Sublime with Rome, Sting, 100 gecs, The Offspring, Danny Elfman
Endorsement	Simmons electronic drum company
Session Drummer	Featured on over 400 records
Reputation	Highly sought-after session drummer in the industry
Career Highlights	– Joined Devo in 1996 as their primary drummer

John Freese is a professional drummer and multi-style variation. He can excel at playing drums in studio, rock, or jazz styles. He always worked hard and never stopped learning and reinventing himself.

To date, he has nearly 300 records. He has collaborated successfully with famous names such as Seether, 3 Doors Down, Avril Lavigne, Sting, Nine Inch Nails, Guns N’ Roses, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, and Katy Perry. 

35. Ray Manzarek

Ray Manzarek	Information
Full Name	Ray Manzarek
Birthdate	February 12, 1939
Birthplace	Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Death	May 20, 2013 (aged 74) Rosenheim, Germany
Occupation	Musician
Years Active	1959-2013
Spouse	Dorothy Aiko Fujikawa (m. 1967)
Children	1
Genres	Psychedelic rock, jazz fusion
Instrument(s)	Keyboards, vocals
Labels	Elektra
Notable Achievements	Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993 as a member of the Doors
Education	St. Rita of Cascia High School, University of California, Los Angeles (Master of Fine Arts degree in cinematography, 1965)
Career Highlights	Co-founded the Doors with Jim Morrison, pioneering new styles of playing key instruments, played bass parts on Fender Rhodes piano keyboard bass, regular backing vocalist for the Doors, produced albums for punk band X
Published Works	Memoir “Light My Fire: My Life with the Doors” (1998)
Collaborations	Worked with various artists including Iggy Pop, Michael McClure, and Darryl Read
Personal Life	Married to Dorothy Aiko Fujikawa since 1967, lived in various locations including West Hollywood and Beverly Hills, resided in the Napa Valley in later years
Illness and Death	Diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) in 2013, received treatment in Germany, passed away on May 20, 2013

Raymond Daniel Manzarek Jr. is an American keyboardist and member of Rock the Doors, a top 100 rock band of all time. He is known to be hardworking and progressive and always strives to achieve his goals. After the rock band The Doors disbanded in 1973, he continued his solo activities with individual music projects and world tours until he died in 2013.

36. Riki Lindhome

Riki Lindhome	Information
Full Name	Riki Lindhome
Birthdate	March 5, 1979
Birthplace	Portville, New York, U.S.
Alma Mater	Syracuse University
Occupations	Actress, comedian, writer, producer, voice talent, musician
Years Active	2001–present
Children	1
– Garfunkel and Oates	Comedy folk duo
– Another Period	Co-created and starred in Comedy Central sitcom
– Wednesday	Starred as Dr. Valerie Kinbott in Netflix comedy horror series
– Million Dollar Baby	Feature film debut
– Hell Baby	Comedy horror film
– The Wolf of Snow Hollow	Comedy horror film
– Knives Out	Mystery film
– The Lego Batman Movie	Voice role as Poison Ivy
– Duncanville	Voiced character Kimberly Harris in animated sitcom
– King Tweety	Voice role in Warner Brothers animated comedy film
– They Listen	Upcoming horror film
– Steps	Writing script and lyrics for upcoming animated musical film

Erika Riki Lindhome began her career with a small role in the television series Titus and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. After that, she entered the film industry through series such as Gilmore Girls (2005–2006) and The Big Bang Theory (2008; 2017). She is also known as the singer and songwriter for the folk comedy duo Garfunkel and Oates. She has gained a foothold in the US entertainment industry thanks to her constant striving and efforts.

37. Jon Stewart

Jon Stewart	Information
Full Name	Jon Stewart
Birthdate	November 28, 1962
Birthplace	New York City, New York, US
Occupation	Comedian, political commentator, actor, director, television host
Notable Works	Hosted “The Daily Show” and “The Problem with Jon Stewart”
Awards and Honors	22 Primetime Emmy Awards, 2 Grammy Awards, Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
Advocacy Work	Advocate for veterans’ and 9/11 first responders’ health benefits
Books	Co-author of “America (The Book): A Citizen’s Guide to Democracy Inaction” and “Earth (The Book)”
Notable Television	Hosted the 78th and 80th Academy Awards
Appearances	Executive producer of “The Colbert Report”
Family	Parents: Marian (née Laskin) and Donald Leibowitz
Education	College of William & Mary, majoring in psychology
College Athletics	Played three seasons with the Tribe men’s soccer team
Stand-up Comedy	Debut at The Bitter End comedy club in New York City
Television Career	Hosted “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central
Film Appearances	Appeared in films such as “Big Daddy” and “Death to Smoochy”
Advocacy Recognitions	Received the New York City Bronze Medallion for advocacy work

Jon Stewart started his career as a stand-up comedian but later turned his attention to television. Jon Stewart was once voted by Time magazine as the most influential person in the entertainment industry.

Jon Stewart’s name is associated with “The Daily Show.” Under his intelligent leadership, the program reflected socio-political issues in a realistic but humorous and profound way.

38. Valerie Harper 

Valerie Harper	Information
Full Name	Valerie Harper
Birthdate	August 22, 1939
Birthplace	Suffern, New York, U.S.
Nationality	American
Occupation	Actress, Dancer, Comedian, Writer
Known For	Rhoda Morgenstern on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and its spinoff “Rhoda”
Years Active	1956-2019
Spouses	Richard Schaal (m. 1964; div. 1978)
Children	1
Notable Works	– Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
Other Contributions	– Involved in the women’s liberation movement and advocate of the ERA
Health Challenges	– Diagnosed with lung cancer in 2009
Death	Passed away on August 30, 2019, in Los Angeles

Valerie Kathryn Harper is remembered for her roles as Rhoda Morgenstern on The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1970–1977) and its spinoff Rhoda (1974–1978). Her role as Rhoda Morgenstern also earned her a Golden Globe Award. She challenges herself in many fields: actress, comedian, dancer, writer and won four Emmy Awards.

In 2013, she was diagnosed with cancer and had only a few months to live. However, with her extraordinary life force and passion for art, she worked hard and devoted herself to art until her last breath in 2019.

39. Mark Mothersbaugh

Mark Mothersbaugh	Information
Full Name	Mark Allen Mothersbaugh
Birthdate	May 18, 1950
Birthplace	Akron, Ohio, U.S.
Occupation	Musician, Singer, Songwriter, Composer, Record Producer, Visual Artist
Claim to Fame	Co-founder, lead singer, and keyboardist of the band Devo
Notable Work	Composed music for Rugrats animated series and theatrical films
Solo Albums	“Muzik for Insomniaks,” “Muzik for the Gallery,” “Joyeux Mutato,” “The Most Powerful Healing Muzik in the Entire World”
Awards	Received Richard Kirk Award for contributions to film and television music
Alma Mater	Kent State University
Spouses	Nancye Ferguson (divorced), Anita Greenspan
Children	Two daughters adopted from China
Genre	New wave, synth-pop, electronic rock, punk rock, post-punk, synth-punk, art punk, film score
Instruments	Vocals, Keyboards, Synthesizer, Guitar
Production Company	Founder of Mutato Muzika, a commercial music production studio
Visual Art	Accomplished visual artist, showcased in over 150 art gallery shows
Eyewear Design	Designed distinctive frames for sale, known for eyewear styles
Marital Status	Married to Anita Greenspan

Mothersbaugh rose to fame in the late 1970s as the co-founder, lead vocalist, and keyboardist of the new wave band Devo, whose “Whip It” reached the Top 20 singles in the US in 1980.

In addition, he also makes music for TV series, movies, and video games… He has been composing music for 13 years for the animated series Rugrats. As a solo musician, Mothersbaugh has released four studio albums. In 2004, he received the Richard Kirk Award at the BMI Film and Television Awards for his film and television music contributions.

40. Perry Farrell

Perry Farrell	Information
Full Name	Perry Farrell
Birth Name	Peretz Bernstein
Also Known As	DJ Peretz
Born	March 29, 1959
Birthplace	Queens, New York City, U.S.
Nationality	American
Occupation	Singer, Songwriter, Musician
Known For	Frontman of Jane’s Addiction
Genres	Alternative Rock, Hard Rock, Electronica
Instruments	Vocals, Guitar, Piano
Years Active	1981–present
Labels	Warner Bros., EMI/Capitol, Columbia
Notable Bands	Jane’s Addiction, Porno for Pyros, Satellite Party
Notable Work	Co-founding Lollapalooza festival
Discography	Jane’s Addiction Albums, Porno for Pyros Albums, Solo Albums, Satellite Party Albums
Awards and Honors	Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance, Kerrang! Icon Award, NME Godlike Genius Award, Hollywood Walk of Fame Star, ASCAP Founders Award
Notable Collaborations	Tom Morello (Axis of Justice tour), Various artists at Lollapalooza festival
Philanthropy	Hurricane Katrina relief efforts, Road Recovery organization support, Environmental activism, Support for music festivals in Israel
Filmography	“Gift” (1993) (Docudrama)

Perry Farrell is best known as the frontman of the alternative rock band Jane’s Addiction. Besides, he is also the founder of the touring festival Lollapalooza as part (one of the venues) of a farewell tour for Jane’s Addiction in 1991. Now it has become an annual destination festival. He is ambitious and progressive and always wants to bring the best musical values to the audience. 

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41. Les Claypool 

Les Claypool	Information
Full Name	Leslie Edward Claypool
Birthdate	September 29, 1963
Birthplace	Richmond, California, U.S.
Genres	Alternative metal, funk metal, progressive rock, experimental rock, thrash metal
Occupation(s)	Musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, filmmaker, author
Instrument(s)	Bass, vocals, double bass, whamola
Years Active	1984-present
Labels	Prawn Song, Interscope
Notable Achievements	– Founder, lead singer, and bassist of Primus

Les Claypool began his career in 1984 as the founder, lead singer, bassist, and primary songwriter of the band Primus. He always brings exciting, organized, and elaborately choreographed performances to the audience. Besides activities in music groups, Les Claypool also has individual activities such as record producer, filmmaker and author. He ranks 33rd in the top 100 most popular bassists of all time.

42. Frank Zappa

Frank Zappa	Information
Full Name	Frank Vincent Zappa
Birthdate	December 21, 1940
Birthplace	Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
Death Date	December 4, 1993
Resting Place	Pierce Brothers Westwood Village Memorial Park and Mortuary
Occupations	Musician, Composer, Bandleader
Musical Styles	Rock, Jazz, Jazz Fusion, Orchestral, Musique concrète
Notable Works	Freak Out!, Hot Rats, Apostrophe (‘)
Instruments	Guitar, Vocals, Synclavier, Percussion
Record Labels	Verve, Bizarre, Straight, DiscReet, Zappa, Barking Pumpkin, Rykodisc
Former Band	The Mothers of Invention
Major Influences	20th-century classical music, Rhythm and blues, Doo-wop
Conceptual Continuity	“Project/Object”
Satire and Criticism	American culture, Social and Political Processes
Legacy	Influence on musicians and composers, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

Frank Vincent Zappa is an outstanding American musician. Zappa started writing music in high school while playing drums in an R&B band and soon switched to guitar. He has a musical career spanning more than 30 years with compositions ranging from rock, jazz, symphony,…,

Frank Vincent Zappa’s illustrious career is reflected in nearly 60 albums. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995 and was awarded a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997.

Frank Zappa was an American musician known for his diverse musical style, political commentary, and parody music. Check out the list of celebrities banned from SNL to find out whether Zappa made the cut and why he was banned.

43. Stewart Copeland 

Stewart Copeland	Information
Full Name	Stewart Copeland
Birthname	Stewart Armstrong Copeland
Also known as	Klark Kent
Born	July 16, 1952
Birthplace	Alexandria, Virginia, U.S.
Genres	Rock, pop, new wave
Occupation(s)	Musician, composer
Instrument(s)	Drums
Years active	1974–present
Member of	The Police, Animal Logic, Oysterhead, Gizmodrome
Formerly of	Curved Air

Stewart Copeland is widely known as the drummer in the band The Police. He and other members created The Police full of personality and are ranked 70 in the top 100 greatest artists of all time (according to Rolling Stone magazine).

Besides group activities, he also has individual art activities. He wrote music for such films as Wall Street (1987), Men At Work (1990), Good Burger (1997), the television shows The Equalizer (1985–1989), The Amanda Show (1999–2002), and Dead Like Me (2003–2004). He has also written a lot of pieces of opera, ballet, and orchestral music.

44. Wes Borland

Wes Borland	Information
Full Name	Wesley Louden Borland
Birthdate	February 7, 1975
Birthplace	Richmond, Virginia, U.S.
Origin	Jacksonville, Florida, U.S.
Genres	Nu metal, industrial metal, alternative metal,
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instrument(s)	Guitar, vocals
Years Active	1992–present
Associated Bands	Limp Bizkit, Black Light Burns, Big Dumb Face
Notable Achievements	Voted one of the Top 100 Guitarists of All Time
Labels	Edison Sound

Wesley Louden Borland is the guitarist and backing vocalist for the musical group Limp Bizkit, the vocalist and guitarist of the rock group Black Light Burns, and the co-founder of the band Big Dumb Face. He is known for his great creativity, always changing and wearing unique performance costumes to excite the audience.Total Guitar ranked him 37th in the top 100 guitarists of all time. 

When it comes to perseverance, Wes Borland is the ultimate inspiration. As an accomplished musician and member of the band Limp Bizkit, Borland has achieved massive success in the music industry despite dealing with the challenges brought on by his lupus diagnosis. Learn more about the strength and resilience of other celebrities with lupus in our article “34 Celebrities Conquer Lupus Every Day: The Strength …”.

45. Serj Tankian

Serj Tankian	Information
Full Name	Serj Tankian
Birthdate	August 21, 1967
Birthplace	Beirut, Lebanon
Origin	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres	Alternative metal, nu metal, heavy metal, hard rock, progressive rock, alternative rock
Occupation(s)	Musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, political activist
Instrument(s)	Vocals, keyboards, piano, guitar
Years Active	1992-present
Labels	Serjical Strike, Reprise, American, Columbia, Axis of Justice, Woah Dad!
Member of	System of a Down, Axis of Justice
Formerly of	Serart
Spouse(s)	Angela Madatyan Tankian (m. 2012)
Notable Achievements	– Lead vocalist, primary lyricist, and keyboardist of System of a Down

Serj Tankian is the lead vocalist, lyricist, keyboardist, and sometimes rhythm guitarist for the heavy metal band System of a Down. Besides the role of an art doctor, he is also a socio-political activist, performing volunteer activities against genocide. For his contributions to recognizing the Armenian genocide and promoting the advancement of music, he was awarded the Order of the Prime Minister of Armenia in 2011.

46. Al Jourgensen

Al Jourgensen	Information
Full Name	Al Jourgensen
Birth Name	Alejandro Ramírez Casas
Also Known As	The Alien, Alien Jourgensen, Alain Jourgensen, Hypo Luxa, Dog, Alien Dog Star, Buck Satan, Buck Santa, Uncle Al, Enchanted Al, Al F***-ing Jourgensen
Birthdate	October 9, 1958
Birthplace	Havana, Cuba
Genres	Industrial metal, industrial rock, synthpop (early), new wave (early)
Occupation(s)	Musician, singer, songwriter, record producer
Instruments	Vocals, guitar, keyboards, synthesizer, bass, drums
Years Active	1978–present
Labels	Wax Trax!, Arista, Sire, Warner Bros., Sanctuary, 13th Planet, Alternative Tentacles, Nuclear Blast
Associated Acts	Ministry, Revolting Cocks, Lard, Buck Satan and the 666 Shooters
Notable Achievements	Regarded as one of the most prominent figures of industrial music, influencing numerous other groups and musicians in alternative and industrial-associated acts
Early Life	Born in Havana, Cuba, moved to the United States at the age of three, raised in Chicago and Breckenridge, Colorado
Musical Career	Founded Ministry in 1981, frontman and lyricist of Ministry, primary musician of several Ministry-related projects, received attention for albums like “The Land of Rape and Honey” (1988) and “Psalm 69: The Way to Succeed and the Way to Suck Eggs” (1992)
Record Label	Established 13th Planet Records in 2005, currently signed to Nuclear Blast Records
Personal Life	Previously married to Patty Marsh, one daughter, later married Angelina Lukacin, divorced in 2014
Autobiography	Released “Ministry: The Lost Gospels According to Al Jourgensen” in 2013

Al Jourgensen is a Cuban musician. In 1981, he founded the band Ministry and took on the leader, creator, and lyricist role. He made an impression with his long braided hair and the ability to perform theatrically and attract the audience. His strengths lie in the fields of Industrial metal, Industrial rock, Synthpop, and new wave. He mastered many instruments such as guitar, keyboard, synthesizer, bass, drums.  

When it comes to iconic musicians, Al Jourgensen is a name that shouldn’t be missed. He’s known for his industrial metal sound that is both aggressive and energizing. If you’re a fan of his unique music style, you may also find interest in exploring the world of Cuban celebrities. Check out the list of Cuban Celebrities for some inspiration.

47. Father John Misty

Father John Misty	Information
Full Name	Joshua Michael Tillman (stage name: Father John Misty)
Birthdate	May 3, 1981
Birthplace	Rockville, Maryland, U.S.
Occupations	Musician, singer-songwriter, record producer
Years Active	2001–present
Spouse	Emma Elizabeth Garr (married in 2013)
Genres	Indie rock, indie folk, folk rock, chamber pop
Instruments	Vocals, guitar, piano, drums, percussion, harmonica, bass
Labels	Sub Pop, Yer Bird, Western Vinyl, Bella Union

Father John Misty is a former drummer for the band Fleet Foxes. Before becoming famous by his stage name, he released eight personal albums under the real name Josh Tillman. Father John Misty is fluent in many instruments, such as guitar, piano, drums, harmonica, and bass. He has a professional, perfectionist working style and has collaborated with many famous pop artists such as Beyonce, Lady Gaga, and Post Malone. 

48. Rick Nielsen

Rick Nielsen	Information
Full Name	Rick Nielsen
Birthdate	December 22, 1948
Birthplace	Elmhurst, Illinois, U.S.
Genres	Rock, hard rock, power pop
Occupations	Musician, songwriter
Instrument(s)	Guitar, vocals
Years Active	1965–present
Custom-made Guitars	Known for numerous custom-made guitars, including the famous five-neck guitar from Hamer Guitars
Cheap Trick Career	Lead guitarist, primary songwriter, and leader of the rock band Cheap Trick
Major Achievements	#1 US single with “The Flame”; recorded a session with John Lennon for his Double Fantasy album
TV Appearances	Featured on music shows worldwide; appeared on American late-night shows and documentaries
Community Involvement	Actively involved in the local community, supporting charitable foundations and renovation projects
Guitar Collection	Owned extensive collection of guitars, with approximately 500 instruments

Richard Alan Nielsen is the lead guitarist, lead songwriter, and frontman of the rock band Cheap Trick. Born into a family with a traditional art system, his parents are both Opera singers; he had the opportunity to be exposed to music from a very early age.

He was one of the main contributors to the development of the modern guitar. He has been successful with genres like Rock, Hard Rock, and power pop.

Rick Nielsen, the famous lead guitarist of Cheap Trick, is not just a musical genius but also quite a comedian in his own right. In fact, he even made a guest appearance in an episode of The Simpsons. Check out our list of comedy actors to see which other musicians have also made the transition into the world of comedy.

49. Elizabeth Olsen 

Elizabeth Olsen	Information
Full Name	Elizabeth Olsen
Birthdate	February 16, 1989
Birthplace	Sherman Oaks, California, U.S.
Alma Mater	New York University
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	1994–present
Notable Achievements	Nominated for Critics’ Choice Movie Award
Engaged to	Robbie Arnett
Co-authored a children’s book with	Robbie Arnett

Elizabeth Olsen started as a child actress with her first acting role at 4. She is known for playing Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch in the films of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

She is the younger sister of twins Olsen Mary-Kate and Ashley and plays Michelle Tanner on the beloved sitcom Full House. However, do not rely on the reputation of relatives. She always tries to rise and prove her strength.

50. The Edge 

The Edge	Information
Directed by	Lee Tamahori
Written by	David Mamet
Produced by	Art Linson
Starring	Anthony Hopkins, Alec Baldwin, Elle Macpherson, Harold Perrineau
Cinematography	Donald McAlpine
Edited by	Neil Travis
Music by	Jerry Goldsmith
Production company	Art Linson Productions
Distributed by	20th Century Fox
Release date	September 26, 1997
Running time	117 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English
Budget	$30 million
Box office	$43.3 million
Filming Locations	Alberta, Canada (including Banff National Park, Canmore, Edmonton, Thunderstone Quarries, Fortress Mountain Resort, Allarcom Studios), Yoho National Park, Golden (British Columbia)
Film Score	Composed by Jerry Goldsmith, developed with director Lee Tamahori to create a diverse and distinctive soundtrack.
Premiere	Toronto International Film Festival
Critical Reception	Mixed to positive reviews, praised for the balance between brainy dialogue and outdoor action.
Home Releases	VHS, non-anamorphic widescreen NTSC DVD, anamorphic widescreen PAL DVDs (Europe, Australia), Blu-ray (US, Germany)

David Howell Evans, better known by his stage name The Edge, is an Irish musician and singer of the rock band U2. The Edge also makes its mark with a distinct play style. With slow-paced melodic gameplay, creating many effects and contributing to building U2’s brand.

The Edge is an active philanthropist and human rights defender. He also won 22 Grammy Awards with the band and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005.