Are homosexual actors one of the most popular Google searches? Many people wonder whether they’ve found their favorite actors or actresses in a film because they are LGBT. We’ve compiled this list not only to answer this question but to celebrate all famous gay actors throughout history. This list is the top 50 actors most recognizable or popular in the LGBT community.
1. BD Wong
| BD Wong | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | BD Wong |
| Birthdate | October 24, 1960 |
| Birthplace | San Francisco, California, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor & Director |
| Years Active | 1983–present |
| Spouse | Richert Schnorr (married in 2018) |
| Partner | Richie Jackson (1988–2004) |
| Children | 2 |
| Chinese Name | Traditional Chinese: 黃榮亮, Simplified Chinese: 黄荣亮 |
| Education | Honorary doctorate from San Francisco State University (received in 2022) |
| Notable Achievements | Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, Clarence Derwent Award, Theatre World Award for the role of Song Liling in M. Butterfly |
| Notable Roles | Howard Weinstein in “Father of the Bride”, Dr. George Huang on “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” |
| Notable Voice Roles | Captain Li Shang in Disney’s “Mulan”, Linus in the revival of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” |
| LGBTQ Activism | Supporter of LGBT and arts-related charities, openly gay |
| Personal Life | Married to Richert Schnorr since 2018, co-parents a son with Richie Jackson and Jordan Roth |
BD Wong was born in 1960 in San Francisco, California. Wong is an American actor. Wong is the only performer in Broadway history to win the Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, Clarence Derwent Award, and Theatre World Award for the same role after winning a Tony for his portrayal of Song Liling in M. Butterfly. His portrayal of Whiterose in Mr. Robot earned him an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series. He was also nominated for a Critic’s Choice Television Award.
2. George Takei
| George Takei | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | George Takei |
| Born | April 20, 1937 (age 86) |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Nationality | Japanese-American |
| Education | University of California, Los Angeles (BA, MA) |
| Occupations | Actor, Author, Activist |
| Notable Role | Hikaru Sulu in Star Trek |
| Internment Experience | Lived in U.S.-run internment camps during World War II |
| Advocacy | Prominent advocate for LGBT rights and immigrant rights |
| Fluency | Fluent in English and Japanese |
| Political Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Brad Altman (married in 2008) |
| Awards | Received awards for human rights and contributions to Japan-U.S. relations |
George Hosato Takei was born in 1937. He is an American actor, director, author, and activist. Takei is most widely known for his roles in Star Trek and the animated series Gargoyles. He also appeared in the movies The Encounter, Frontiers, and Mulan.
3. Ian McKellen
| Ian McKellen | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sir Ian Murray McKellen CH CBE |
| Birthdate | May 25, 1939 |
| Birthplace | Burnley, Lancashire, England |
| Occupation | British actor |
| Career Span | Over six decades |
| Notable Genres | Shakespearean dramas, modern theatre, fantasy, science fiction |
| Cultural Icon | Regarded as a British cultural icon |
| Knighthood | Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1991 |
| Awards | Tony Award, six Olivier Awards, Golden Globe Award, and nominations for Academy Awards, BAFTA Awards, and Emmy Awards |
| Stage Debut | Belgrade Theatre, 1961 |
| Notable Stage Roles | Richard II, Edward II, Pillars of the Community, The Alchemist, Bent, Wild Honey, Richard III |
| Broadway Debut | The Promise, 1965 |
| Tony Award | Best Actor in a Play for Amadeus, 1980 |
| Film Roles | Richard III, Gods and Monsters, X-Men series, The Lord of the Rings trilogy, The Hobbit trilogy, and more |
| LGBT Advocate | Came out as gay in 1988, championed LGBT social movements worldwide |
| Activism | Co-founder of Stonewall, patron of LGBT History Month, Pride London, and other LGBT organizations |
| Education | St Catharine’s College, Cambridge |
Ian Murray McKellen, CH CBE, was born in 1939. He is an English actor. Throughout his seven-decade career, he has played in plays by Shakespeare and contemporary theater, as well as works of popular fantasy and science fiction. He is regarded as a British cultural icon and has won several honors, including a Tony Award, a Golden Globe Award, and seven Laurence Olivier Awards. His “performances have ensured him a place in the canon of English theater and screen performers,” according to the BBC.
4. Randy Harrison
| Randy Harrison | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Randy Harrison |
| Birthdate | November 2, 1977 |
| Birthplace | Nashua, New Hampshire, U.S. |
| Education | University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Known For | Portrayal of Justin Taylor on Queer as Folk |
| Broadway Debut | Boq in the musical Wicked (2004) |
| Notable Films | Bang Bang You’re Dead, Julius Caesar |
| Regional Theatre | Berkshire Theatre Festival |
| Founder | Co-founded the Arts Bureau (tAB) |
| Personal Life | Openly gay, previously dated Simon Dumenco |
Randy Harrison was born in 1977 in Nashua, New Hampshire, U.S. He is an actor and director. Harrison has been in movies such as The Stickup and the TV series Queer As Folk. In the 2000 American adaptation of the British television series Queer as Folk, Harrison made his acting debut as gay youngster Justin Taylor. The five-season run of the show came to an end in 2005. Harrison portrayed Sean in Bang Bang You’re Dead, a made-for-television film based on the same-named play, in 2002.
5. Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman
| Jeffrey BowyerChapman | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman |
| Birthdate | October 21, 1984 |
| Birthplace | Edmonton, Alberta, Canada |
| Occupations | Actor, model, television personality |
| Known For | Unreal, Canada’s Drag Race |
| Adoption | Adopted at 12 days old |
| Sibling | Cleyon Laing – Defensive end for the Toronto Argonauts |
| Cultural Background | Jamaican heritage |
| Upbringing | Raised in Rimbey, Alberta, a predominantly Caucasian town |
| Challenges Faced | Navigating as a biracial gay man in a predominantly white town |
| Modeling Career | Started at age 15, traveled across Europe, Africa, and North America |
| Acting Debut | Screen debut in the film Shock to the System (2006) |
| Notable TV Series | Noah’s Arc, The L Word, Unreal, American Horror Story |
| Canada’s Drag Race | Judge on the first season |
| Awards | Canadian Screen Award for Best Host or Presenter (Canada’s Drag Race) |
| Publicly Out | Came out as gay in a 2016 interview |
Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman was born in 1984. He is a Canadian actor, model, and television personality. He is well-known for his roles in movies and television, particularly as Jay in the Lifetime dark comedy-drama series Unreal (2015–2018) and as one of the primary judges on Canada’s Drag Race’s inaugural season (2020).
6. Noah Galvin
| Noah Galvin | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Noah Egidi Galvin |
| Date of Birth | May 6, 1994 |
| Birthplace | Katonah, New York, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor, Singer |
| Known For | Dr. Asher Wolke in “The Good Doctor” |
| Broadway Success | Took over the title role in “Dear Evan Hansen” |
| Notable Works | Narrated audiobooks “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” |
| Television Series | Joined “The Good Doctor” as Dr. Asher Wolke |
| Film Project | Starred in the musical comedy film “Theater Camp” |
| Personal Life | Openly gay |
| Residence | Splits time between Manhattan and Los Angeles |
Noah Egidi Galvin, an American actor, and singer, was born in 1994. He is recognized for his roles as Dr. Asher Wolke in The Good Doctor, Kenny O’Neal in The Real O’Neals on ABC, and later as Dear Evan Hansen, the title character in the Broadway musical. Galvin revealed to his mother that he was gay when he was 14. He now divides his time between Manhattan and Los Angeles, California, as of February 2019.
7. Conrad Ricamora
| Conrad Ricamora | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Conrad Wayne Ricamora |
| Birthdate | February 17, 1979 |
| Birthplace | Santa Maria, California, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Known For | Portrayal of Oliver Hampton on “How to Get Away with Murder” |
| Stage Career | Notable roles in “Here Lies Love” and “Soft Power” |
| Broadway Debut | 2015 revival of “The King and I” |
| Education | Queens University of Charlotte (BA), University of Tennessee (MFA) |
| Ancestry | Filipino, German, and Irish descent |
| Honors | Human Rights Campaign’s Visibility Award |
American actor Conrad Wayne Ricamora was born in 1979. He gained fame most notably for playing Oliver Hampton in the ABC drama How to Get Away with Murder (2014–20). He gained recognition as a theatrical performer for his parts in the Off-Broadway original musicals Here Lies Love and Soft Power, which debuted in 2013 and 2019, respectively. He made his Broadway debut in The King, and I’s 2015 revival.
8. Matt Dallas
| Matt Dallas | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Matthew Joseph Dallas |
| Birthdate | October 21, 1982 |
| Birthplace | Phoenix, Arizona, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Known For | Portraying the title character on the ABC Family series “Kyle XY” |
| Education | Attended Arizona School for the Arts |
| Siblings | Two younger brothers and one younger sister |
American actor Matthew Joseph Dallas was born in 1982. He is best known for playing Kyle XY on the ABC Family series. Dallas was raised at Arizona School for the Arts and was born in Phoenix, Arizona. He has a younger sister and two brothers. At age 12, his grandmother took him to a performance of the play The Ugly Duckling at a nearby community theater called Desert Stages Theater, sparking his interest in acting.
9. Keiynan Lonsdale
| Keiynan Lonsdale | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Keiynan Lonsdale |
| Birthdate | 19 December 1991 (age 31) |
| Birthplace | Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupations | Actor, Dancer, Singer-songwriter |
| Known for | – Role of Oliver Lloyd in ABC series Dance Academy |
| Films | – The Divergent Series: Insurgent |
| Musical Career | – Released a studio album in 2020 |
| Music Releases | – “One and Only” (2014) |
| Other Ventures | – MTV VJ for two and a half years |
| Coming Out | Came out as gay in 2017 and confirmed in a 2022 interview |
Keiynan Lonsdale is an Australian actor, dancer, and singer-songwriter. He was born in 1991. His credits include playing Oliver Lloyd on the ABC series Dance Academy from 2012 to 2013, Wally West/Kid Flash on The CW’s The Flash from 2015 to 2020 and Legends of Tomorrow from 2017 to 2018, and Abraham “Bram” Greenfeld in the film Love, Simon (2018). His parts in The Divergent Series’ Insurgent (2015) and The Finest Hours are also well-known (2016). In addition, Lonsdale has performed as an MTV VJ and put out original songs, including a studio album in 2020.
10. Julio Torres
| Julio Torres | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Julio Torres |
| Birthdate | February 11, 1987 (age 36) |
| Birthplace | San Salvador, El Salvador |
| Nationality | Salvadoran |
| Occupation | Writer, Comedian, Actor |
| Known For | Writer for “Saturday Night Live,” Co-creator and Writer of HBO’s “Los Espookys” |
| Education | The New School (BA in Literary Studies, 2011) |
| Notable Works | “My Favorite Shapes,” “Los Espookys” |
| Awards | Nominated for four Emmys as a member of the SNL writing team |
| Collaborations | Worked with comedian Fred Armisen on “Los Espookys” and appeared in the film “Together Together” |
| Dietary Preference | Vegan |
Julio Torres is an actor, comedian, and writer from El Salvador. He was born in 1987. In addition to being the co-creator, writer, and executive producer of the HBO series Los Espookys, he is best recognized for his work as a writer for Saturday Night Live. He has written for The Chris Gethard Show on truTV in the past.
11. Brandon Flynn
| Brandon Flynn | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Brandon Paul Flynn |
| Birthdate | October 11, 1993 (age 29) |
| Birthplace | Miami, Florida, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma Mater | Rutgers University (BFA) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Known for | 13 Reasons Why |
| Notable Roles | Justin Foley in “13 Reasons Why” |
| Other Appearances | “Home Movies,” “BrainDead,” “Ratched,” “Hellraiser” |
| Education | Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University |
| Debut | Mr. Smee in a musical version of Peter Pan at age 10 |
| Stage Performances | Featured in 11 plays including “Much Ado About Nothing” |
| Notable Film Debut | “Looks That Kill” (2020) |
| Notable TV Series | “True Detective” (Season 3), “Ratched” |
| Sexual Orientation | Openly gay |
| Religion | Jewish |
In addition to playing Justin Foley in the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why Brandon Paul Flynn was born in 1993. He also starred as himself in the short film Home Movies and Mike the Intern in the movie BrainDead. He also appeared in the 2022 horror film Hellraiser and the 2020 television series Ratched.
12. Wilson Cruz
| Wilson Cruz | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Wilson Cruz |
| Birthdate | December 27, 1973 |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Afro-Puerto Rican |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Producer, Activist, Singer |
| Notable Roles | Rickie Vasquez on My So-Called Life |
| Advocacy Work | Advocate for LGBTQ+ youth, especially minorities |
| Coming Out Journey | Came out as gay at age 19 to supportive mother |
| Filmography | Nixon, Johns, Party of Five, Raising the Bar, |
| LGBT Advocacy | Board of Directors of GLAAD, National Spokesperson |
| Honors and Awards | Featured on Out magazine’s Out100 cover in 2020 |
Wilson Cruz (born Wilson Echevarra), was born in 1973. He is an American actor best recognized for his roles as Dr. Hugh Culber on Star Trek: Discovery, Rickie Vasquez on My So-Called Life, Angel in the Broadway tour of Rent, and Junito on Noah’s Arc. He has worked as an LGBT advocate, particularly for gay kids of color, as an Afro-Puerto Rican male.
13. Charlie Carver
| Charlie Carver | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Charles Carver Martensen |
| Birthdate | July 31, 1988 |
| Birthplace | San Francisco, California, U.S. |
| Other Names | Charlie Martensen |
| Alma Mater | University of Southern California, American Conservatory Theater |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years Active | 2003–present |
| Notable Roles | Porter Scavo on Desperate Housewives, Ethan on Teen Wolf, Scott Frost on The Leftovers (Season 1), Cowboy in The Boys in the Band (Broadway and film) |
| Identical Twin | Max Carver (frequently portrayed his characters’ twin) |
| Coming Out | Came out as gay in 2016 |
| Debut | Played Puck in a school production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream |
| Film Roles | Underdogs, Bad Asses, I Am Michael |
| TV Guest Appearances | Hawaii Five-0, The League |
| ABC Miniseries | When We Rise (2017) |
| Broadway Debut | Played Cowboy in the revival of The Boys in the Band (2018) |
| Netflix Series | Starred in Ratched (2020) |
| American Horror Story | Stars in AHS: NYC and co-wrote four episodes (2022) |
American actor Charles Carver Martensen was born in 1988. His most well-known roles include Cowboy in both The Boys in the Band on Broadway and the upcoming 2020 film of the same name, as well as Porter Scavo on the ABC television series Desperate Housewives, Scott Frost on the HBO television series The Leftovers, and Scott Frost on the first season of the ABC television series Desperate Housewives. The twin of his characters has frequently been played by his identical twin brother Max Carver.
14. Ben Platt
| Ben Platt | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ben Platt |
| Birthdate | September 24, 1993 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Occupations | Actor, Singer |
| Years Active | 2002–present |
| Partner | Noah Galvin (engaged) |
| Education | Harvard-Westlake School, Columbia University |
| Notable Works | “Dear Evan Hansen,” “The Politician,” “Pitch Perfect” |
| Awards | Tony Award, Grammy Award, Emmy Award |
| Discography | “Sing to Me Instead” (2019) |
Benjamin Schiff Platt is an American actor, singer, and songwriter born in 1993. He started acting in musical theater as a child, performing in The Book of Mormon (2012–2015) and The Sound of Music (2006). He gained notoriety for creating the main role in the Broadway coming-of-age musical Dear Evan Hansen (2015–2017). He received numerous honors for his performance in the latter, including a Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Awards.
15. Andrew Rannells
| Andrew Rannells | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Andrew Scott Rannells |
| Birthdate | August 23, 1978 |
| Birthplace | Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. |
| Education | Marymount Manhattan College |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years Active | 1995–present |
| Notable Roles | Elder Kevin Price in The Book of Mormon, Whizzer in Falsettos, |
| Notable Shows | The New Normal, Girls, Black Monday |
| Voice Acting | Matthew MacDell in Big Mouth, William Clockwell in Invincible |
| Awards | Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album (The Book of Mormon) |
| Memoir | “Too Much Is Not Enough” (Published in 2019) |
| Directorial Debut | Modern Love, Episode: “How Do You Remember Me?” |
| Sexual Orientation | Openly gay |
| Partner | Tuc Watkins (2019–present) |
American actor Andrew Scott Rannells was born in 1978. He has worked in theater, cinema, television, and voice acting. Rannells gained notoriety for creating the part of Elder Kevin Price in the 2011 Broadway production of The Book of Mormon, for which he received a Tony Award nomination for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album in 2012. He was nominated for another Tony in 2017 for his portrayal of Whizzer in the Falsettos Broadway revival from the previous year. Other Broadway performances include The Boys in the Band, Hamilton, Hedwig, and the Angry Inch, Jersey Boys, and Hairspray.
16. Gavin Creel
| Gavin Creel | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Gavin James Creel |
| Birthdate | April 18, 1976 |
| Birthplace | Findlay, Ohio, US |
| Alma Mater | University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance |
| Occupations | Actor, Singer, Songwriter, Producer |
| Years Active | 1997-present |
| Musical Career | Genres: Pop, Musical |
| Notable Performances | Broadway debut in “Thoroughly Modern Millie” as Jimmy |
| Stage Credits | “La Cage aux Folles” (2004) |
| Screen Acting | Portrayed Bill in “Eloise at the Plaza” and its Christmas-themed sequel |
| Education | Graduated from Findlay High School |
| LGBTQ Activism | Co-founder of Broadway Impact, an LGBT activist group for marriage equality |
American actor, singer, and musician Gavin James Creel was born in 1976. He is most recognized for musical theater. Before playing Claude in the 2009 Broadway revival of Hair, Creel made his Broadway debut in the 2002 production of Thoroughly Modern Millie, which received two Tony Award nominations. He played Elder Price in The Book of Mormon from 2012 until 2015.
17. Robin Lord Taylor
| Robin Lord Taylor | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Robin Lord Taylor |
| Birthdate | June 4, 1978 |
| Birthplace | Shueyville, Iowa, U.S. |
| Other Names | Robin Taylor, Robin L. Taylor |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, director |
| Years Active | 2005–present |
| Known For | Oswald Cobblepot in Gotham |
| Education | Bachelor of Science degree in Theatre |
| Notable TV Series | The Walking Dead |
| Film Appearances | All the Invisible Children |
| Stage Appearances | Creation Nation: A Live Talk Show |
| Residency | Manhattan, New York |
| Marital Status | Married since 2011 |
| LGBTQ+ Visibility | Openly gay since April 2015 |
American actor and director Robin Lord Taylor was born in 1978. He is best known for playing Oswald Cobblepot in the Fox TV series Gotham and for his roles in Accepted (2006), Another Earth (2011), Would You Rather (2012), John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019), and You (2019).
18. Guillermo Diaz
Actor Guillermo Dáz was born in the United States in 1975. He is well-known for the movies Stonewall, 200 Cigarettes, and Half Baked from 1998. (1995). His most well-known performance was as Diego “Huck” Muoz in the drama Scandal. Daz has made cameos on shows like Girls, Broad City, Weeds, ER, Chappelle’s Show, and Law & Order.
19. Rupert Everett
| Rupert Everett | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Rupert James Hector Everett |
| Birthdate | 29 May 1959 |
| Birthplace | Burnham Deepdale, Norfolk, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Occupation | Actor, Director, Producer |
| Education | Ampleforth College |
| Alma Mater | Central School of Speech and Drama |
| Years Active | 1981–present |
| Notable Works | Another Country, My Best Friend’s Wedding, An Ideal Husband |
| Early Breakthrough | Julian Mitchell’s play and subsequent film “Another Country” |
| Awards/Nominations | BAFTA Award nominations and Golden Globe Award nominations |
| Ancestry | English, Irish, Scottish, German, Dutch |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Personal Life | Openly gay |
| Relationships | Affair with Paula Yates |
| Residences | Previously lived in New York City; currently resides in London |
| Partner | Henrique (Brazilian accountant) |
| Notable Contributions | Memoir: “Red Carpets and Other Banana Skins” |
| Literary Works | Novels: “Hello, Darling, Are You Working?” and “The Hairdressers of St. Tropez” |
| Recent Projects | Film: “The Happy Prince”; TV: “The Musketeers”, “Quacks” |
Rupert James Hector Everett, a British actor, director, and producer, was born in 1959. Everett first gained notoriety in 1981 when he was hired as a gay student at an English public school in the 1930s in Julian Mitchell’s play and subsequent film Another Country. The portrayal earned him his first BAFTA Award nomination. For his performance in My Best Friend’s Wedding, he garnered a second BAFTA nomination and his first Golden Globe Award nomination. This was followed by a second Golden Globe nomination for An Ideal Husband.
20. Scott Evans
| Scott Evans | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Scott Andrew Evans |
| Birthdate | September 21, 1983 |
| Birthplace | Sudbury, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Known For | Role of Oliver Fish in One Life to Live |
| Alma Mater | New York University |
| Family | Brother: Chris Evans |
| Sexual Orientation | Openly gay, came out at age 19 |
| Notable Work | Played Oliver Fish on One Life to Live |
American actor Scott Evans was born in 1983. Oliver Fish, a police officer on the ABC daytime serial opera One Life to Live, and Oliver, a recurring character on the series Grace and Frankie, are two of his most well-known roles. Chris Evans’ younger brother is this person.
21. Chris Salvatore
| Chris Salvatore | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Chris Salvatore |
| Birth Name | Christopher Louis Salvatore |
| Born | May 22, 1985 |
| Birthplace | Richboro, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Genres | Pop, pop rock, dance |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, adult film star, singer-songwriter, model, gay rights activist |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, piano, keytar |
| Years Active | 2007–present |
| Notable Performances | Zack in the Eating Out gay film series |
| Recognitions | Ranked No. 41 on AfterElton’s annual list of the top 50 gay and bisexual male celebrities |
| Education | New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts |
| Notable Films | Eating Out 3: All You Can Eat |
| Music Career | Singles: “Dirty Love” (2010), “What You Do To Me” (2012), “Hurricane” (2012) |
| TV Appearances | Himself in the 2017 Logo TV reality series Fire Island |
| Activism | Advocate for equality in the LGBT community |
| Philanthropy | Raised funds for Norma Cook’s leukemia treatment |
| Online Platform | Joined OnlyFans in 2021 |
Christopher Louis Salvatore, an American actor, singer-songwriter, model, and advocate for homosexual rights, was born in 1985. He is most known for playing Zack in the gay film Eating Out. On AfterElton’s annual list of the top 50 homosexual and bisexual male celebrities, he was listed at position #41 in 2011.
22. Jon Kortajarena
| Jon Kortajarena | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jon Kortajarena Redruello |
| Birthdate | May 19, 1985 |
| Birthplace | Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain |
| Nationality | Spanish |
| Profession | Fashion Model, Actor |
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) |
| Hair Colour | Brown |
| Eye Colour | Hazel |
| Advertising Campaigns | Just Cavalli, Versace, Giorgio Armani, Bally, Etro, Trussardi, Diesel, Mangano, Lagerfeld, Pepe Jeans, H&M, Zara, Guess, Tom Ford, and more |
| Runway Credentials | Chanel, Versace, Balmain, Bottega Veneta, Dolce & Gabbana, Etro, Salvatore Ferragamo, Carolina Herrera, Giorgio Armani, John Galliano, Jean Paul Gautier, Valentino, and more |
| Notable Achievements | – Ranked 8th in Forbes’ “The World’s 10 Most Successful Male Models” |
Jon Kortajarena Redruello is a Spanish actor and fashion model born in 1985. He has been hired for commercial campaigns by Just Cavalli, Versace, Giorgio Armani, Bally, Etro, Trussardi, Diesel, Mangano, Lagerfeld, and Pepe Jeans. Still, his longest-running ads have been with H&M, Zara, Guess, and Tom Ford. On June 26, 2009, Forbes listed Kortajarena as the world’s sixth most successful male model.
23. Billy Eichner
| Billy Eichner | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Billy Eichner |
| Birthdate | September 18, 1978 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Education | Stuyvesant High School |
| Alma Mater | Northwestern University |
| Occupations | Comedian, actor, producer, screenwriter |
| Years Active | 2005–present |
| Comedy Career | Improvisational comedy, sketch comedy, physical comedy |
Billy Eichner, an American comedian, actor, producer, and screenwriter, was born in 1978. He is the creator, executive producer, and star of the comic game show Billy on the Street from Funny Or Die, which aired on truTV. Eichner was nominated for the program’s 2013 Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show Host. He is also well-known for his roles as Timon in the 2019 adaptation of The Lion King and Craig Middlebrooks on the animated TV shows Bob’s Burgers, Mr. Ambrose the Librarian, and the sitcom Parks and Recreation.
24. David Burtka
| David Burtka | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | David Michael Burtka |
| Birthdate | May 29, 1975 (age 48) |
| Birthplace | Dearborn, Michigan, U.S. |
| Education | University of Michigan (BFA) |
| Occupations | Actor, Professional Chef |
| Notable Roles | “Scooter” in How I Met Your Mother, Tulsa in Gypsy |
| Broadway | The Play About the Baby, The Opposite of Sex |
| Film Appearances | A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas, Annie and the Gypsy |
| Cookbook | “Life is a Party” – Published in April 2019 |
| Relationship | Married to Neil Patrick Harris since 2014 |
| Parenting | Father of fraternal twins born via surrogate |
| Philanthropy | Supporter of The LGBT Community Center |
| Recent Project | Starred in the Off-Broadway revival of “God of Carnage” |
David Michael Burtka, an American actor and chef, was born in 1975. He is well-known for his acting work in plays and TV productions like The Play About the Baby and How I Met Your Mother. Burtka got media recognition after his appearance on How I Met Your Mother for dating Neil Patrick Harris, whom he later wed in 2014.
25. RuPaul Charles
| RuPaul Charles | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | RuPaul Andre Charles |
| Occupations | Drag queen, television personality, actor, musician, model |
| Years Active | 1982–present |
| Spouse | Georges LeBar (married in 2017) |
| Awards | 12 Primetime Emmy Awards, 3 GLAAD Media Awards, Critics’ Choice Television Award, 2 Billboard Music Awards, Tony Award |
| Musical Career | 15 studio albums, musical producer for A Strange Loop |
| Origin | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Genres | Dance-pop, disco house, R&B, eurodance, electro house |
| Labels | Funtone, Every, Tommy Boy, Rhino, RuCo, World of Wonder |
RuPaul Andre Charles, better known by his stage name RuPaul, is an American drag queen, television judge, musician, and model. He was born in 1960. The reality competition series RuPaul’s Drag Race, which he created, hosted, and judged, has made him the most well-known person in the world. He has won several awards, including a Tony Award, two Billboard Music Awards, three GLAAD Media Awards, 12 Primetime Emmy Awards, and three GLAAD Media Awards.
26. Billy Porter
| Billy Porter | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Billy Porter |
| Birthdate | September 21, 1969 |
| Birthplace | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Education | Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama |
| Occupations | Actor, Singer, Writer, Director |
| Years active | 1992–present |
| Spouse | Adam Smith (married in 2017) |
| Fame and Awards | – Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical (2013) |
| Notable Works | – Broadway performances: Kinky Boots, Grease, Jesus Christ Superstar |
| Early Life | – Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| Career Highlights | – Star Search winner (1992) |
| Fashion Influence | – Known for bold fashion choices and political statements |
| LGBTQ Activism | – Openly gay advocate and pioneer in the LGBTQ community |
William Ellis Porter II is an American actor, singer, writer, and director born in 1969. After earning his degree in drama from Carnegie Mellon University, he rose to renown on Broadway before launching a solo acting and singing career.
27. Sean Hayes
| Sean Hayes | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sean Patrick Hayes |
| Date of Birth | June 26, 1970 (age 53) |
| Birthplace | Evergreen Park, Illinois, U.S. |
| Occupations | Actor, Comedian, Musician, Producer |
| Claim to Fame | Portrayed Jack McFarland on the sitcom “Will & Grace” |
| Awards and Honors | Primetime Emmy Award, Screen Actors Guild Awards, Golden Globe Awards, Tony Awards |
| Broadway Debut | “Promises, Promises” (2010) |
| Production Company | Hazy Mills Productions |
| Podcasts | “SmartLess” (with Jason Bateman and Will Arnett), “HypochondriActor” (with Dr. Priyanka Wali) |
| Activism | Advocate for LGBTQ+ rights |
| Spouse | Married to Scott Icenogle (since 2014) |
| Notable Works | “Will & Grace,” “The Bucket List,” “Pieces of April” |
| Education | Studied piano performance at Illinois State University |
| Philanthropy | Supporter of the Northern Illinois Food Bank, the Trevor Project, and the Los Angeles LGBT Center |
| Personal Journey | Overcame challenges, including a difficult childhood and estrangement from his father |
| Identity | Initially private about his sexual orientation but later embraced and became an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community |
| Health | Overcame a rare condition where his small intestine burst, requiring surgery and recovery |
Sean Patrick Hayes is an American actor, comedian, and producer born on June 26, 1970. He is best remembered as Jack McFarland on the NBC comedy Will & Grace. He received six Golden Globe nominations, four SAG Awards, one American Comedy Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award.
28. Alan Cumming
| Alan Cumming | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Alan Cumming |
| Birthdate | January 27, 1965 |
| Birthplace | Aberfeldy, Perthshire, Scotland |
| Citizenship | United Kingdom, United States |
| Education | Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama |
| Occupations | Actor, writer, singer |
| Years Active | 1980–present |
| Political Party | Scottish National Party |
| Spouses | Hilary Lyon (m. 1985; div. 1993), Grant Shaffer (m. 2007) |
| Awards | BAFTA Award, Emmy Award, two Tony Awards, Olivier Award |
| Notable Film Roles | Circle of Friends, GoldenEye, Emma, Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion |
| Notable TV Roles | The Good Wife, Instinct, Schmigadoon! |
| Notable Theatre Roles | Accidental Death of an Anarchist, Cabaret, Macbeth |
| Written Works | Novel: Tommy’s Tale; Memoirs: Not My Father’s Son, Baggage |
Alan Cumming was a Scottish actor. He was born in 1965. He has performed on stage in London in plays like Hamlet, Accidental Death of an Anarchist as the Maniac (for which he won an Olivier Award), Bent as the lead, The Bacchae at the National Theatre of Scotland, and Samuel Beckett’s Endgame at The Old Vic, where he costarred with Daniel Radcliffe.
29. Kal Penn
| Kal Penn | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kalpen Suresh Modi (known professionally as Kal Penn) |
| Birthdate | April 23, 1977 |
| Birthplace | Montclair, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Education | University of California, Los Angeles (B.A. in Film and Sociology) |
| Occupations | Actor, Author, Former White House Staff Member |
| Notable Roles | Lawrence Kutner on “House,” Seth Wright on “Designated Survivor,” Kumar Patel in the “Harold & Kumar” film series |
| Other Notable Work | Performance in the film “The Namesake” |
| Teaching Experience | Visiting Lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania in the Cinema Studies Program |
| Political Affiliation | Democratic Party |
| White House Service | Associate Director in the White House Office of Public Engagement, liaison for outreach to AAPI and arts communities |
| Partner | Josh Marlar (engaged) |
| Sexual Orientation | Gay |
| Other Projects | Hosted the game show “Superhuman,” hosted the political talk miniseries “Kal Penn Approves This Message,” portrayed Garrett Modi in the sitcom series “Sunnyside” |
| Recent Project | Lead role in the CBS thriller drama series “Clarice” |
Kalpen Suresh Modi was born in 1977. He is an American actor, novelist, educator, and former member of the Barack Obama administration’s White House staff. He gained notoriety as an actor for his portrayal of Lawrence Kutner on the television series House, Seth Wright, a White House employee on Designated Survivor, and Kumar Patel in the Harold & Kumar movie franchise. He is praised for his role in the movie The Namesake as well.
30. Lance Bass
| Lance Bass | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lance Bass |
| Birthdate | May 4, 1979 |
| Birthplace | Laurel, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Occupations | Singer, dancer, actor, producer, gay rights activist |
| Years Active | 1994–present |
| Spouse | Michael Turchin |
| Children | 2 |
| Genres | Pop |
| Formerly of | NSYNC |
| Musical artist | Lance Bass |
| Production Companies | Bacon & Eggs, Lance Bass Productions |
| Space Tourism Pursuit | Pursued a space tourism seat on a Soyuz space capsule |
| Coming Out | Came out as gay in July 2006 |
| Human Rights Activism | Gay rights activist |
| Autobiography | Released “Out of Sync” in October 2007 |
| Academic Interests | Interest in space and engineering |
| High School Experience | Member of the Attaché Show Choir, vocal group Seven Card Stud |
| NSYNC Career | Joined NSYNC as the bass singer |
| Acting Career | Starred in the film “On the Line” |
| Voice Acting | Voiced characters in various TV shows and games |
| Humanitarian Recognition | Received the Human Rights Campaign Visibility Award |
| Personal Background | Raised in Mississippi in a devoutly Christian and conservative family |
James Lance Bass, an American singer, dancer, actor, and producer of cinema and television, was born in 1979. He rose to fame as the bass singer for the American pop boy band NSYNC after being raised in Mississippi. Bass began working in cinema and television due to NSYNC’s fame. He appeared in the 2001 movie On the Line, which was also produced by his business, Bacon & Eggs.
31. Chris Colfer
| Chris Colfer | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Chris Colfer |
| Birthdate | May 27, 1990 |
| Birthplace | Clovis, California, U.S. |
| Occupations | Actor, Singer, Author |
| Notable Works | Kurt Hummel on Glee, Struck by Lightning |
| Awards | Golden Globe Award, People’s Choice Awards |
| Published Books | The Land of Stories series (18 books) |
| Advocate for | LGBT+ rights, anti-bullying campaigns |
| Early Challenges | Hospitalization, sibling’s epilepsy |
| Passions | Writing, Acting, Storytelling |
| Education | Homeschooled (7th and 8th grade) |
| High School Involvement | Speech and Debate, Drama Club |
| Film Career | Struck by Lightning, Robodog (voice actor) |
| Literary Accomplishments | Bestselling author |
| Social Impact | Time 100 Most Influential People in the World |
| Personal Quote | “I’m very Irish, my family is all Irish and Saint Patrick’s Day in my house is crazy.” |
Christopher Paul Colfer, an American actor, singer, and novelist, was born on May 27, 1990. For his role as Kurt Hummel on the television musical Glee, he received widespread acclaim (2009–2015). Several honors have been bestowed upon Colfer in recognition of his portrayal of Kurt, including three consecutive People’s Choice Awards for Favorite Comedic TV Actor in 2013, 2014, and 2015, as well as the 2011 Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries, or Television Film.
32. Luke Macfarlane
| Luke Macfarlane | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Luke Macfarlane |
| Birthdate | January 19, 1980 |
| Birthplace | London, Ontario, Canada |
| Citizenship | Canadian, American (since 2018) |
| Alma Mater | Juilliard School |
| Occupation | Actor, Former Singer |
| Notable Roles | Scotty Wandell on “Brothers & Sisters,” D’avin Jaqobis on “Killjoys” |
| TV Series | “Brothers & Sisters,” “Killjoys,” “Satisfaction,” “The Night Shift,” “Mercy Street” |
| Film | “Bros” |
| Awards | Prism Award for Performance in a Drama Series, Jury Award for Best Actor in a Feature Film, Best Actor in a Web Series or Comedy |
| Spouse/Partner | Hig Roberts |
| Children | 1 (Tess Eleanor Macfarlane) |
| Musical Talents | Cello, Trumpet |
Thomas Luke Macfarlane is a Canadian-American actor. He was born in 1980. His roles as Scotty Wandell on the ABC drama Brothers & Sisters (2006–2011), RAC Agent D’avin Jaqobis on the Space television science fiction series Killjoys (2015–2019), and the romantic protagonist in several Hallmark Channel films have made him well-known.
33. Ben Whishaw
| Ben Whishaw | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ben Whishaw |
| Birthdate | October 14, 1980 |
| Birthplace | Clifton, Bedfordshire, England |
| Alma Mater | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art |
| Occupations | Actor, producer |
| Years Active | 1999–present |
| Partner | Mark Bradshaw |
| Award Nominations | British Independent Film Award, Olivier Award, BAFTA Award, Golden Globe Award, Primetime Emmy Award, International Emmy Award |
| Notable Roles | Hamlet, Q in James Bond films, Paddington Bear, A Very English Scandal |
| Recent Projects | This Is Going to Hurt, No Time to Die, Women Talking |
| Personal Life | Civil partnership with Mark Bradshaw |
Benjamin John Whishaw was born in 1980. He is an English actor and producer. He was nominated for an Olivier Award for his depiction of the title role in a 2004 production of Hamlet after receiving a British Independent Film Award for his performance in My Brother Tom (2001).
34. Ezra Miller
| Ezra Miller | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ezra Matthew Miller |
| Birthdate | September 30, 1992 |
| Birthplace | Wyckoff, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years Active | 2007–present |
| Film Debut | Afterschool (2008) |
| Notable Films | We Need to Talk About Kevin (2011), The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012), Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016), Justice League (2017), The Flash (2023) |
| TV Series | Californication, Royal Pains, The Stand |
| LGBTQ+ Identity | Queer, identifies as Jewish and “spiritual” |
| Musical Endeavors | Member of the band Sons of an Illustrious Father |
| Controversies | Multiple legal issues, controversies, and publicized incidents |
American actor Ezra Matthew Miller was born on September 30, 1992. Following Afterschool, when they made their [a] feature picture debut, they starred in the dramas We Need to Talk About Kevin and The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Miller also plays the role of the Flash in movies and TV shows from the DC Extended Universe (DCEU). The most notable of these is Justice League. Zack Snyder and The Flash cut its director Justice League.
35. Maulik Pancholy
| Maulik Pancholy | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Maulik Pancholy |
| Birthdate | January 18, 1974 |
| Birthplace | Dayton, Ohio, U.S. |
| Education | Northwestern University (BA) Yale University (MFA) |
| Occupations | Actor, author |
| Notable Roles | Jonathan on 30 Rock Baljeet Tjinder in Phineas and Ferb Sanjay Patel in Weeds and Sanjay and Craig Neal in the first season of Whitney Nambue in Star Trek: Discovery |
| Published Novels | “The Best at It” “Nikhil Out Loud” |
| Awards | Lambda Literary Award for Middle Grade Literature (2023) |
| Spouse | Ryan Corvaia |
| Languages | Gujarati, Spanish, Hindi |
| Social Activism | Act To Change (Chair and Co-Founder) Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Los Angeles New York City Anti-Violence Project OutRight Action International Former member of President Obama’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders |
Known for his work as Jonathan on 30 Rock, Baljeet Tjinder in Phineas and Ferb, Neal in the first season of Whitney, and Sanjay Patel in both Weeds and Sanjay and Craig, Maulik Navin Pancholy was born in 1974. He is an American actor and author. His first book, The Best at It (published by Balzer + Bray/HarperCollins), follows the maturation of a gay Indian American adolescent.
36. Cheyenne Jackson
| Cheyenne Jackson | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Cheyenne David Jackson |
| Birthdate | July 12, 1975 |
| Birthplace | Spokane, Washington, U.S. |
| Occupations | Actor, Singer |
| Years Active | 2002–present |
| Spouses | Monte Lapka (m. 2011; div. 2013), Jason Landau (m. 2014) |
| Children | 2 |
| Broadway Debut | “All Shook Up” (2005) |
| Awards and Nominations | Theatre World Award, Drama League and Drama Desk Nominations |
| Film Highlights | United 93 (2006), Mutual Friends (2014), Behind the Candelabra (2013), Descendants 3 (2019) |
| Television Highlights | American Horror Story, 30 Rock, Glee, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Law & Order |
| Concert Performances | Sold-out shows at Carnegie Hall, Cabaret Performances |
| Albums | “The Power of Two” (2008), “Renaissance” (2016) and other music recordings |
| Additional Credits | Stage work, 25th Anniversary Concert of The Secret Garden, Into the Woods (Hollywood Bowl) |
Cheyenne David Jackson is an American singer and actor born on July 12, 1975. His resume features lead roles in Broadway musicals and other stage productions, in addition to appearances in movies and television shows, concerts, and music albums. Jackson moved to Manhattan after beginning his playing career in regional theatre in Seattle, Washington. He understudied Aida and Thoroughly Modern Millie.
37. Kevin McHale
| Kevin McHale | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kevin Michael McHale |
| Birthdate | June 14, 1988 |
| Birthplace | Plano, Texas, U.S. |
| Occupations | Actor, Singer, Dancer |
| Partner | Austin P. McKenzie |
| Genres | Pop, R&B, Urban |
| Labels | Capitol / Roc Nation (2014–present), The Ultimate Group (2006–09) (NLT) |
| Glee | Nominated for Grammy Award, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and Teen Choice Awards |
| Virtually Famous | Hosted the British panel show from 2014 to 2016 |
| Showmance Podcast | Co-hosted podcast with Jenna Ushkowitz, recapping Glee episodes |
| Solo Music Career | Released solo album “Boy” in 2019 and various singles |
| The AlphaBeatZ | Voiced the character Ross in a musical children’s show |
| Acting Career | Guest appearances in The Office, Zoey 101, and True Blood |
| American Horror Stories | Starred in the anthology series in 2021 |
| Personal Life | Openly gay, in a relationship with actor Austin P. McKenzie |
| Political Views | Supports Democratic Party and endorsed Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, and Joe Biden |
Kevin Michael McHale, an American actor, singer, and dancer, was born in 1988. McHale, a former member of the boy band NLT and one of its two lead vocalists, is best known for his part as Artie Abrams in the Fox comedy-drama series Glee. He served as the host of the British panel show Virtually Famous on E4 from 2014 until 2016. A podcast called Showmance, hosted by McHale and his Glee costar Jenna Ushkowitz recaps Glee episodes and includes interviews with other people.
38. Lee Pace
| Lee Pace | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lee Grinner Pace |
| Birthdate | March 25, 1979 |
| Birthplace | Chickasha, Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Education | Juilliard School (BFA) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years Active | 2001–present |
| Spouse | Matthew Foley |
| Alma Mater | Juilliard School |
| Notable Roles | Thranduil in The Hobbit trilogy |
| Broadway Debut | The Normal Heart |
| LGBTQ+ Advocacy | Openly identifies as queer |
Actor Lee Grinner Pace was born in the United States in 1979. He is well-known for his roles as Joe MacMillan in the AMC historical drama television series Halt and Catches Fire and Thranduil the Elvenking in The Hobbit trilogy. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he has also made an appearance as Ronan the Accuser, a part he first played in Guardians of the Galaxy and later returned in Captain Marvel.
39. Wentworth Miller
| Wentworth Miller | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Wentworth Miller |
| Birthdate | June 2, 1972 (age 51) |
| Birthplace | Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, England |
| Citizenship | American, British |
| Education | Princeton University (BA in English) |
| Occupations | Actor, Screenwriter |
| Years Active | 1998–present |
| Notable Role | Michael Scofield in “Prison Break” (Fox series) |
| Screenwriting Debut | “Stoker” (2013) |
| Role in “The Flash” | Leonard Snart / Captain Cold (recurring role) |
| Role in “Legends of Tomorrow” | Leonard Snart / Captain Cold (series regular) |
| Mariah Carey Music Videos | “It’s Like That” (as a party guest), “We Belong Together” (as love interest) |
| Appearance in “Law & Order: SVU” | Detective Nate Kendall (Season 11 premiere) |
| Film Role in “Resident Evil: Afterlife” | Chris Redfield |
| Screenplay for “Stoker” | Used the pseudonym Ted Foulke; selected for the “Black List” of best unproduced screenplays (2010) |
| Vancouver Residence | Lives in Vancouver, British Columbia |
| Dual Citizenship | British and American |
| Openly Gay | Came out as gay in August 2013; vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights |
| Mental Health Advocate | Ambassador for Active Minds; shared struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts |
| Autism Diagnosis | Revealed autism diagnosis in July 2021 |
Wentworth Earl Miller is an American-British actor and screenwriter born in 1972. He gained notoriety after playing the lead character Michael Scofield in the Fox television series Prison Break. He was nominated in 2005 for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Drama. In 2013, he wrote the thriller movie Stoker, which marked his screenplay debut.
40. Jesse Tyler Ferguson
| Jesse Tyler Ferguson | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jesse Tyler Ferguson |
| Birthdate | October 22, 1975 |
| Birthplace | Missoula, Montana, U.S. |
| Education | American Musical and Dramatic Academy |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Notable Role | Mitchell Pritchett on “Modern Family” |
| Broadway Debut | “On the Town” |
| Tony Award Win | Best Featured Actor in a Play (2022) |
| Charitable Efforts | Co-founder of Tie The Knot, supporting same-sex marriage advocacy |
| Marriage | Married Justin Mikita in 2013 |
| Children | Two children: Beckett Mercer Ferguson-Mikita and Sullivan Louis Ferguson-Mikita |
| Philanthropy | Active supporter of organizations like the ACLU |
| Political Affiliation | Supporter of the Democratic Party |
| Pet | Dog named Leaf |
Jesse Tyler Ferguson was born in 1975. He is an American actor. He played Mitchell Pritchett in the comedy Modern Family from 2009 to 2020, for which he received five consecutive Primetime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.
41. Colton Haynes
| Colton Haynes | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Colton Lee Haynes |
| Birthdate | July 13, 1988 |
| Birthplace | Wichita, Kansas or Andale, Kansas, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, model |
| Years Active | 2007–present |
| Known For | Starring role as Jackson Whittemore in Teen Wolf |
| Childhood | Grew up on a farm in Andale, Kansas |
| Career | Started modeling at the age of fifteen |
| Personal Struggles | Came out as gay at the age of 14 |
| Family | Five siblings, including brothers Clinton and Joshua |
Colton Lee Haynes, an American actor and model was born in 1988. He is most recognized for playing the lead character Jackson Whittemore in the supernatural drama series Teen Wolf on MTV and Roy Harper/Arsenal in the superhero drama Arrow on the CW. In New York City, Haynes started his modeling career at fifteen. He then appeared in an Abercrombie & Fitch picture shoot with Bruce Weber.
42. Zachary Quinto
| Zachary Quinto | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Zachary John Quinto |
| Birthdate | June 2, 1977 |
| Birthplace | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Education | Carnegie Mellon University (BFA) |
| Occupations | Actor, Film Producer |
| Notable Roles | Sylar in “Heroes,” Spock in “Star Trek” films, Charlie Manx in “NOS4A2” |
| Notable Films | “Margin Call,” “Star Trek Into Darkness,” “Snowden” |
| TV Appearances | “Heroes,” “American Horror Story: Asylum” |
| Stage Performances | “Angels in America,” “The Glass Menagerie,” “Smokefall” |
| Activism | Advocate for LGBTQAI+ rights, supporter of The Trevor Project |
| Relationships | Previously dated Jonathan Groff, currently in a relationship with Miles McMillan |
Zachary John Quinto was born in 1977. He is an American actor and producer. He is well-known as Dr. Oliver Thredson in American Horror Story: Asylum and Sylar, the main antagonist of the fiction drama series Heroes (2006–2010). He is also well-known for playing Spock in the 2009 film Star Trek and its sequels Star Trek Into Darkness and Star Trek Beyond.
43. Michael Urie
| Michael Urie | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Michael Urie |
| Birthdate | August 8, 1980 |
| Birthplace | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Notable Role | Marc St. James on Ugly Betty |
| Podcast Appearance | Bobby Kerns in As the Curtain Rises (Broadway Podcast Network) |
| Education | Collin College, Juilliard School (BFA) |
| Classical Theatre Award | Recipient of John Houseman Prize for Excellence |
| Stage Play | WTC View (central character) |
| Production Work | Board member & Casting Director at Plum Productions |
| Broadway Debut | How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (2012) |
| Off-Broadway Play | The Temperamentals (role of Rudi Gernreich) |
| Solo Performance Award | Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Solo Performance |
| TV Series | Partners, Younger |
| Broadway Revival | Torch Song (role of Arnold Beckoff) |
| Film Appearance | Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life |
| Hosting Role | Miss America: Reality Check |
| LGBT Advocacy | Openly identifies as a member of the LGBT community |
| Relationship Status | In a relationship with a man, identifies as “queer” |
| Recent Projects | Single All the Way, Shrinking (Apple TV+ series) |
American actor Michael Lorenzo Urie was born in 1980. Urie grew up in Plano after being born in Houston, Texas. His most well-known role was as Marc St. James on the ABC dramedy series Ugly Betty. He can be heard playing Bobby Kerns in the Broadway Podcast Network’s original podcast soap opera As the Curtain Rises.
44. Andrew Scott
| Andrew Scott | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Andrew Scott |
| Birthdate | October 21, 1976 |
| Birthplace | Dublin, Ireland |
| Education | Gonzaga College, Trinity College Dublin (no degree) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years Active | 1994–present |
| Notable Roles | Jim Moriarty in Sherlock, The Priest in Fleabag |
| Awards | Laurence Olivier Award (2005, 2020), BAFTA TV Award (2012), BIFA (2014), Critics’ Choice Television Award (2020) |
| Theatre Experience | Royal Court Theatre, Abbey Theatre, The Old Vic, Almeida Theatre |
| Film Appearances | Spectre, Lennon Naked, The Duel |
| Voice Acting | The Great Gatsby, Ulysses |
| Philanthropy | Mentoring young actors, supporting career development |
Irish actor Andrew Scott was born in 1976. He received the BAFTA Television Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as Jim Moriarty in the BBC television series Sherlock. Scott was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries, or Television Film for his portrayal of the priest in Fleabag’s second season. He took the Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.
45. Luke Evans
| Luke Evans | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Luke George Evans |
| Birthdate | April 15, 1979 |
| Birthplace | Pontypool, Wales |
| Nationality | Welsh |
| Occupation | Actor, Singer |
| Years Active | 2000-present |
| Alma Mater | London Studio Centre |
| Notable Works | Beauty and the Beast, Dracula Untold, Fast & Furious 6 |
| Musical Career | Genres: Pop, Soul |
| Labels | BMG |
| Stage Productions | Rent, Miss Saigon, Piaf, La Cava, Taboo, Avenue Q |
| Film Breakthrough | Clash of the Titans (2010 remake) |
| Action and Thriller Films | Immortals, The Raven, The Three Musketeers |
| Notable Film Roles | Owen Shaw in Fast & Furious 6, Bard the Bowman in The Hobbit |
| Recent Projects | The Pembrokeshire Murders, Nine Perfect Strangers |
| Debut Album | “At Last” |
| Awards | WhatsOnStage Award for Best Actor in a Musical (2018) |
| Relationships | Previously dated actor and model Jon Kortajarena |
Luke George Evans is a Welsh actor and singer born in 1979. Before making his cinematic debut in the 2010 remake of Clash of the Titans, he started his career as a stage performer, appearing in several of London’s West End musicals, including Rent, Miss Saigon, and Piaf. After making his acting debut, Evans was cast in action and thriller movies like Immortals, The Raven, and the reimagined The Three Musketeers.
46. Neil Patrick Harris
| Neil Patrick Harris | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Neil Patrick Harris |
| Birthdate | 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 Television Roles | – Doogie Howser on “Doogie Howser, M.D.” |
| Notable Film Roles | – Starred in “Gone Girl” |
| Broadway Performances | – Won a Tony Award for his role in “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” |
| Notable Voice Acting Roles | – Voiced the adult Dick Grayson (Nightwing) in “Batman: Under the Red Hood” |
| Other Notable Achievements | – Hosted the 87th Academy Awards, becoming the first openly gay man to host the Oscars |
Neil Patrick Harris, an American actor, singer, writer, producer, and television host was born in 1973. He has won numerous awards over his career, including a Tony Award, five Primetime Emmy Awards, and nominations for a Grammy Award and three Screen Actors Guild Awards. He is primarily recognized for his humorous television appearances and dramatic and musical theatrical parts.
47. Jonathan Groff
| Jonathan Groff | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jonathan Groff |
| Birthdate | March 26, 1985 |
| Birthplace | Lancaster, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Occupations | Actor, Singer |
| Years Active | 2002-present |
| Broadway Success | Nominated for Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical |
| Hamilton Fame | Nominated for Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical |
| Film and TV Career | Starred in Frozen franchise, appeared in Glee, Mindhunter, and |
| Award Recognition | Won a Satellite Award, nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award |
| Documentary Venture | Executive produced Spring Awakening: Those You’ve Known reunion film |
| Early Theater Roots | Started acting in community productions, won awards in high school theater |
| Notable Debuts | Made film debut in Taking Woodstock, Broadway debut in In My Life |
| Glee Connection | Recurring guest star in Fox’s musical-comedy series Glee |
| West End Debut | Made West End debut in the London revival of Deathtrap |
| Diverse Performance Skills | Known for singing and acting abilities |
American actor Jonathan Drew Groff was born in 1985. He has won a Grammy Award and has been nominated for two Tony Awards, two Drama League Awards, a Drama Desk Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award. His performances in theater, movies, and television have made him well-known.
48. Matt Bomer
| Matt Bomer | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Matt Bomer |
| Birthdate | October 11, 1977 |
| Birthplace | Webster Groves, Missouri, U.S. |
| Alma Mater | Carnegie Mellon University |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years Active | 1994–present |
| Works | Roles and awards |
| Spouse | Simon Halls (m. 2011) |
| Children | 3 |
| Sexual Orientation | Gay |
| Awards | Golden Globe Award, Critics’ Choice Television Award, Primetime Emmy Award nomination |
| Notable TV Series | White Collar, American Horror Story, Doom Patrol |
| Notable Films | Magic Mike, The Normal Heart, The Nice Guys |
| Stage Performances | 8, The Boys in the Band (Broadway play and film adaptation) |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | English, Welsh, Scottish, Irish, Swiss-German, French |
| Family | Father: John O’Neill Bomer IV, Mother: Elizabeth Macy (née Staton), Siblings: Megan Bomer and Neill Bomer |
| Education | Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Carnegie Mellon University |
Actor and producer Matthew Staton Bomer was born in the United States in 1977. He has received honors like a Critics’ Choice Television Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. He appeared on television for the first time in 2000 on the venerable soap series All My Children. Bomer earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Carnegie Mellon University. Soon after, he was cast under contract on Guiding Light and made appearances on primetime series like Tru Calling.
49. Dan Levy
| Dan Levy | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Daniel Joseph Levy |
| Birthdate | August 9, 1983 |
| Birthplace | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Occupations | Actor, writer, producer |
| Years Active | 2006–present |
| Parent | Eugene Levy (father) |
| Relatives | Sarah Levy (sister) |
| Education | North Toronto Collegiate Institute (high school) York University and Ryerson University (film production) |
| Notable Achievements | Won a Primetime Emmy Award in all four major disciplines for Schitt’s Creek Received multiple Canadian Screen Awards Co-created and starred in the critically acclaimed sitcom Schitt’s Creek |
| Notable Projects | Hosted MTV Canada’s The After Show and various specials Starred in Degrassi: The Next Generation and films such as Cyberstalker and Admission Hosted The Great Canadian Baking Show |
| Advocate for LGBTQ+ Rights | Portrayed a pansexual character on Schitt’s Creek Recognized as a trailblazing individual by Queerty Openly gay since the age of 18 |
| Philanthropy | Keynote speaker at The Infatuation’s EEEEEATSCON Promoted and participated in the Indigenous Canada MOOC Encouraged donations to the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Native Studies |
| Honors | Member of the Order of Canada |
Daniel Joseph Levy, a Canadian actor, writer, director, comedian, and producer, was born in 1983. He started his career as a television host on MTV Canada. His parents are Eugene Levy and Deborah Divine. He was born in Toronto. The CBC sitcom Schitt’s Creek (2015–2020), which Levy also co-created with his father and costarred in with him and his sister, Sarah Levy, brought him fame and praise globally.
50. Jim Parsons
| Jim Parsons | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jim Parsons |
| Birthdate | March 24, 1973 |
| Age | 50 |
| Birthplace | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Occupations | Actor, Producer |
| Notable Roles | Sheldon Cooper in “The Big Bang Theory” |
| Awards | Four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series |
| Education | University of Houston (BA) |
| Broadway Performances | Portrayed Tommy Boatwright in “The Normal Heart” |
| Film Roles | Voiced the lead character in “Home” (2015) |
| Production Company | Co-founder of That’s Wonderful Productions with Todd Spiewak |
| Notable Productions | “Special” |
| Residence | New York City (Gramercy Park) and Los Angeles |
| Relationship | Married to Todd Spiewak |
James Joseph Parsons, an American actor, and producer, was born on March 24, 1973. He portrayed Sheldon Cooper in the CBS comedy The Big Bang Theory from 2007 to 2019. He has won numerous honors, including the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series Musical or Comedy and four Primetime Emmy Awards.