Famous 49 Years Old
Ethan Hayes
Updated on January 17, 2026
The list of famous 49 years old includes Victoria Beckham, Leonardo DiCaprio, Robbie Williams, Bradley Cooper, Joaquin Phoenix. Famous personalities featured on this list, include actresses, actors, football players and political leaders and from other domains of life. This list of 49 years old includes people from United States, England, Germany & Canada and many more countries.
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Leonardo DiCaprio(One of the Highest Grossing Talented Actors in Hollywood Known for His Work in Biopics and Period Films)
Birthdate: November 11, 1974
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
Leonardo DiCaprio is a name every movie lover reveres. An Oscar, a BAFTA, and 3 Golden Globes does not do justice to DiCaprio’s immensely skilful performances and his top-notch portrayals of addicts, historical figures and business tycoons. From epic dramas and romances to crime and political thrillers, DiCaprio has constantly left a mark in each of his films.
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Amy Adams(American Actress Who is Known for Both her Comedic and Dramatic Roles)
Birthdate: August 20, 1974
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Vicenza, Italy
An aspiring dancer, Amy Adams began working for theatre companies and eventually decided to pursue acting. She hit it big with movies, such as Catch Me If You Can, Junebug and Enchanted. She enriched her acting profile further with American Hustle and Big Eyes, both of which earned her the Golden Globe Awards. Her other notable films are Doubt and Julie & Julia.
Birthdate: January 5, 1975
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Abington Township, Pennsylvania, United States
One of the highest-paid actors in the world, Bradley Cooper has been active in Hollywood for over two decades, playing roles ranging from comedic to dramatic. He was named on Time's list of 100 most influential people in the world in 2015. He supports the charity, Hole in the Wall Gang Camp.
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Joaquin Phoenix(Best Known for His Role in the Films: 'Joker', 'Gladiator', 'The Master' and 'Walk the Line)
Birthdate: October 28, 1974
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Award-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix is widely regarded as one of the most talented actors of his generation. In his career of four decades, he has starred in numerous films playing characters that have become memorable. These include movies like Gladiator, Joker, Walk the Line and Her. The acclaimed actor is also a social activist, environmentalist, animal rights activist and producer.
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Christian Bale(British Actor Best Known for His Versatility and Recurring Physical Transformations for His Roles)
Birthdate: January 30, 1974
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales
After bagging his first starring role when he was just 13, actor Christian Bale proceeded to become one of the finest actors of his generation in the ensuing years. Known for his commitment to his craft, he is considered one of the most versatile and talented actors today. He is also popularly regarded as a male sex symbol.
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Penelope Cruz(The First and the Only Spanish Actress to be Nominated for and to Win an Academy Award)
Birthdate: April 28, 1974
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Alcobendas, Spain
Penelope Cruz is a Spanish model and actress who has had major success in the American entertainment industry. Also known for her work as a philanthropist, Cruz has been touching the lives of many for the past several years. Apart from donating money to charity, Cruz has also volunteered in India and Uganda. She has also advocated for PETA's anti-fur campaign.
Birthdate: March 7, 1974
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
Actress Jenna Fischer is best known for her role in the NBC sitcom, The Office, for which she received an Emmy nomination. She was interested in performing from a young age and studied theater in college. Entering the entertainment industry in the late 1990s, she struggled for a while before making a name for herself as an actress.
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Eva Mendes(Actress Best Known for Her Films: 'Hitch', '2 Fast 2 Furious' and 'Ghost Rider')
Birthdate: March 5, 1974
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Miami, Florida, United States
Regarded as one of the most beautiful Latin women, Eva Mendes has often appeared in lists, such as Most Desirable Women, Sexiest Women in the World, and Beautiful at Every Age. Apart from acting and modeling, Eva also focuses on her fashion designing career and is currently serving as the creative director for a makeup line called CIRCA Beauty.
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Bear Grylls(British Adventurer and Television Presenter Best Known for His TV Series ‘Man vs. Wild’)
Birthdate: June 7, 1974
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: London, England, United Kingdom
A former Special Air Service serviceman and honorary lieutenant-colonel, Bear Grylls is best known as an adventurer who does interesting things—from eating goat testicles to drinking elephant dung juice—in the TV series Man vs. Wild. Also known for his charity and humanitarian efforts, Bear was appointed OBE in 2019 for services to charity, young people, and the media.
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Jimmy Fallon(Actor, Comedian and Host of the Late-Night Talk Show ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’)
Birthdate: September 19, 1974
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Bay Ridge, New York, United States
Jimmy Fallon began as a stand-up comedian and an SNL cast member and then got his own show, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. He succeeded Jay Leno as the host of The Tonight Show. He has also starred in movies, written a few children’s books, and released two comedy albums.
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Elizabeth Banks(Actress Known for Her Role in 'The Hunger Games' and 'Pitch Perfect' Movie Series)
Birthdate: February 10, 1974
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States
Elizabeth Banks is famous for The Hunger Games film series and Pitch Perfect film series. The 2019 action comedy film Charlie's Angels was directed, written and produced by her, in which she acted too. The Spider-Man trilogy, Seabiscuit, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, The Next Three Days and Power Rangers are some of her other notable films.
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Derek Jeter(American Former Professional Baseball Shortstop and Executive)
Birthdate: June 26, 1974
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Pequannock Township, New Jersey, United States
Derek Jeter is an American former baseball player whose popularity had made him one of the most marketed sportsmen of his generation during his playing career. Since 2017, he has been playing a key role as part owner and the chief executive officer of the Miami Marlins. Also a well-known philanthropist, Jeter created a charitable organization called Turn 2 Foundation.
Birthdate: December 17, 1974
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Tampa, Florida, United States
Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine in 2017, actress Sarah Paulson has been appearing in theater productions, TV shows, and films since the mid-1990s. She has appeared in both comedic and dramatic roles and has received numerous awards and accolades, including the Primetime Emmy Award.
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Hilary Swank(Best Known for Her Role as ‘Brandon Teena’, a Transgender Man, in the Movie ‘Boys Don't Cry’)
Birthdate: July 30, 1974
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Lincoln, Nebraska, United States
The recipient of two Golden Globes and two Academy Awards, Hilary Swank is known for her dedication to her craft. To prepare for her role in Boys Don't Cry, she reduced her body fat and pretended to be a man for a month. Later, she gained 19 pounds of muscle and underwent extensive training to play a boxer in Million Dollar Baby.
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Rey Mysterio(One of the Most Influential Wrestlers of All Time)
Birthdate: December 11, 1974
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Chula Vista, California, United States
Wrestler Oscar Gutierrez, better known by his stage name, Rey Mysterio, was trained by Rey Misterio, Sr. He was initially known as “La Lagartija Verde" and "The Green Lizard.” He popularized his signature high-flying lucha libre style and the 619 Kick. He currently plays for the SmackDown brand, under WWE.
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Alyson Hannigan(Best Known for Her Roles in the Sitcom 'How I Met Your Mother' & the 'American Pie' Film Series)
Birthdate: March 24, 1974
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Washington, D.C., United States
Alyson Hannigan is one of the most recognized celebrities, thanks to her role in the popular sitcom How I Met Your Mother and her role in one of the most popular sex comedy film series of all time - American Pie. She has been presenting the television show, Penn & Teller: Fool Us, since 2016.
Birthdate: June 1, 1974
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Ottawa, Canada
Alanis Morisette is a Canadian-American singer-songwriter and actress. Renowned for her mezzo-soprano voice, Morisette has been named by Rolling Stone as the Queen of Alt-Rock Angst. A recipient of 13 Juno Awards and seven Grammy Awards, Morisette has released several successful albums, including Jagged Little Pill, which was named in Rolling Stone magazine's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list.
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Tiffani Thiessen(Actress and Television Host Known for Her TV Series: ‘Saved by the Bell’, ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’, and ‘Fastlane’)
Birthdate: January 23, 1974
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Long Beach, California, United States
Tiffani Thiessen became a 1990s’ teen icon for her portrayals of Kelly Kapowski in Saved by the Bell and Valerie Malone in Beverly Hills, 90210. She became Miss Junior America and has been nominated for multiple Young Artist Awards. Her other notable projects include White Collar and Alexa and Katie.
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Nelly(Rapper and Singer Known for His Hits: ‘Country Grammar’, ‘Hot in Herre’ and ‘Dilemma’)
Birthdate: November 2, 1974
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Austin, Texas, United States
Grammy-winning hip-hop/rap artist Nelly began his career with St. Lunatics. He became a household name after the release of his debut solo album, Country Grammar, in 2000. He ranked third on Billboard’s list of the Top Artist of the Decade and has sold 21 million albums in the U.S.
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Mahershala Ali(The First Muslim Actor to Win an Oscar)
Birthdate: February 16, 1974
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Oakland, California, United States
Mahershala Ali is an American rapper and actor. One of the finest and most decorated actors of his generation, Ali has won many prestigious awards such as Screen Actors Guild Awards, Academy Awards, Primetime Emmy Award, and Golden Globe Award. In 2019, Mahershala Ali was included in Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world list.
Birthdate: January 16, 1974
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Croydon, England
Kate Moss, one of the highest-paid supermodels of the 1990s, was one of the pioneers of the “heroin chic” trend. Featured on TIME 100, she was known for her collaboration with Calvin Klein and her size-zero figure. She owns a clothing range and is a fashion editor for British Vogue.
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Jewel(Singer-Songwriter)
Birthdate: May 23, 1974
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Payson, Utah, United States
Height: 5'6" (168 cm)
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Danica McKellar(Actress, Mathematician, and Author Known for Her Role as ‘Winnie Cooper’ in the TV Series ‘The Wonder Years’)
Birthdate: January 3, 1975
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: La Jolla, California, United States
Danica McKellar is best known as Winnie Cooper from the series The Wonder Years and as the voice of Miss Martian from the animated series Young Justice. She has also starred in many Hallmark movies and written several math books, such as Math Doesn't Suck and Kiss My Math.
Birthdate: August 7, 1974
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Lexington, Kentucky, United States
American actor Michael Shannon was born into a family of academicians and then decided not to follow in the footsteps of his parents due to his passion for acting. Also a musician, Michael Shannon is credited with forming an indie rock band called Corporal.
Birthdate: June 28, 1974
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Kettering, Ohio, United States
Rob Dyrdek is an American actor, producer, television personality, entrepreneur, and former professional skateboarder. He is credited with creating the popular animated TV series Wild Grinders where he voiced Lil Rob, the series' main character. A prominent skateboarder during his skateboarding career, Dyrdek was named by FoxWeekly in its list of the most influential skateboarders of all-time in 2014.
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Matthew Macfadyen(Best Known for His Role as ‘Fitzwilliam Darcy’ in the Film ‘Pride & Prejudice’)
Birthdate: October 17, 1974
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, England
A well-established British stage actor, Matthew Macfadyen, made his screen debut with television movie Wuthering Heights and gained fame with drama series Spooks. He later gave an award winning performance in TV series Criminal Justice II. Meanwhile, he also made his film debut and gained popularity with movies like Pride & Prejudice, Death at a Funeral and Robin Hood.
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Steve Nash(Former Canadian Basketball Player, Coach and 8-Time NBA All-Star Winner)
Birthdate: February 7, 1974
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Johannesburg, South Africa
Canadian national Steve Nash is a basketball coach and a former player. Known for his playmaking skills, he played for Dallas Mavericks, Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers in America’s coveted National Basketball Association. He also played for the Canadian national men’s team from 1991 to 2003. He became the head coach of Brooklyn Nets of NBA in September 2020.
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Randall Park(Actor)
Birthdate: March 23, 1974
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
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Fairuza Balk(American Actress Best Known for Her Portrayals of Distinctive 'Goth-Girl' Characters, Often With a Dark Edge)
Birthdate: May 21, 1974
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Point Reyes, California, United States
Actress and musician Fairuza Balk is best known for her performance in the film Gas Food Lodging. Being the daughter of a musician and dancer, she was introduced to the performing arts early on. She started working as a teenager and became a successful actress. As a musician, she is involved with the band Armed Love Militia.
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Steve-O(Entertainer & Stunt Performer Known for His Role in the Reality TV Series 'Jackass')
Birthdate: June 13, 1974
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: London, England, United Kingdom
British-born American comedian and TV personality, Steve-O, gained international fame with his performance stunts in the TV series Jackass. Following a nomadic childhood, he graduated from the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Clown College and began his career as a clown. He eventually started appearing on TV shows and became popular.
Birthdate: July 10, 1974
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Forest Gate, London, England
Actor Chiwetel Ejiofor received scars on his forehead when he was just 11 as a result of an accident in which he lost his father. Although the scars might bring back terrible memories, they might have played a crucial role in Steven Spielberg selecting him for a role in Amistad, a film based on the events aboard a slave ship.
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Dax Shepard(Known for His Role in NBC Comedy Series 'Parenthood' & Host of the Podcast 'Armchair Expert')
Birthdate: January 2, 1975
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Michigan, United States
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
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Misha Collins(Best Known for His Role as ‘Castiel’ in the TV Series 'Supernatural')
Birthdate: August 20, 1974
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Misha Collins is best known for playing Castiel and other characters in the series Supernatural. He is also a poet and has co-authored a cookbook with his wife. He has established the charity Random Acts and the GISHWHES. He has also written an academic paper on the structure of shapes.
Birthdate: October 10, 1974
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Kannapolis, North Carolina, United States
Apart from being a celebrated race-car driver and the JR Motorsports team owner, Dale Earnhardt Jr. also made it to the Forbes list of the world’s highest-paid athletes in 2017. The two-time Daytona 500 winner, also known as the Pied Piper of Daytona, is the son of motor-racing legend Dale Earnhardt Sr.
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Seth Green(Best Known for his Portrayal of Scott Evil in the 'Austin Powers' Film Series)
Birthdate: February 8, 1974
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Overbrook Park, Pennsylvania, United States
Seth Green is a popular American actor and voice artist who is credited with co-creating the famous adult animated comedy TV series Robot Chicken for Adult Swim. As a voice actor, Seth Green has contributed immensely to the success of series, Family Guy.
Birthdate: January 24, 1974
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Best known as Andy Bernard from The Office and Stuart Price from The Hangover trilogy, Edward Helms has also been a correspondent on The Daily Show and voiced animated characters such as Once-ler in The Lorax. He is part of a bluegrass band and created a Yahoo! Screen web series.
Birthdate: December 17, 1974
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
Giovanni Ribisi is best known for his Emmy-nominated role of Ralph Mariano in the sitcom My Name Is Earl. He has also appeared on shows such as The Twilight Zone, Simon & Simon, and Friends, and the movies Saving Private Ryan, Avatar, and Ted. He is a staunch Scientologist.
Birthdate: November 15, 1974
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Hanna, Alberta, Canada
Chad Kroeger gained fame as the lead singer and guitarist of the rock band Nickelback, delivering hit singles such as How You Remind Me and topping the Canadian charts. He later co-founded the band The Suits XL and also collaborated with major artists such as Santana and Avril Lavigne.
Birthdate: December 24, 1974
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Dunwoody, Georgia, United States
Ryan Seacrest is an American television host, radio personality, and producer. He gained national recognition after hosting the popular singing competition TV series, American Idol. Also known for his humanitarian efforts, Seacrest established the Ryan Seacrest Foundation in 2010. He is also credited with producing a men's skincare line called Polished.
Birthdate: November 8, 1974
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Nagi, Okayama Prefecture
Japanese manga artist Masashi Kishimoto is best known for creating the manga series Naruto for the Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine. The series eventually led to several anime, video games, and movies, such as Boruto: Naruto the Movie and The Last: Naruto the Movie, supervised by Kishimoto.
Birthdate: September 10, 1974
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: New Castle, Delaware, United States
Actor Ryan Phillippe has been active in the entertainment industry for almost three decades. Making his debut in the early 1990s with small roles in TV dramas, he gained international fame for playing a gay teenager in the show One Life to Live. He soon ventured into films and found success there as well.
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Robbie Williams(Member of the Pop Group ‘Take That’ & Guinness World Record Holder for Selling 1.6 Million Tickets in a Single Day)
Birthdate: February 13, 1974
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Staffordshire, England, United Kingdom
Robbie Williams is one of the most popular and successful English singer-songwriters of his generation. Having sold 75 million records, Williams is one of the best-selling music artists ever. His lasting impact on British culture earned him the 2017 Brits Icon Award. Also a well-known philanthropist, Williams has established a charity organization called Give It Sum in his home town.
Birthdate: November 17, 1974
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Bismarck, North Dakota
American actress, Leslie Bibb, gained recognition as a teenager when she starred in the comedy-drama television series, Popular. Apart from television and OTT platforms, she has acted in several films like Iron Man, Wristcutters: A Love Story, Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, Miss Nobody and Tag. The 2010 film Iron Man 2 is the biggest hit of her career.
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Victoria Beckham(English Fashion Designer, Singer and Member of the Girl Group the ‘Spice Girls’)
Birthdate: April 17, 1974
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Essex, England, United Kingdom
An internationally recognized fashion designer and style icon, Victoria Beckham is widely regarded as one of the most powerful women in the UK. She was appointed an OBE for services to the fashion industry in the 2017 New Year Honours. Also a popular singer, she was part of the best-selling female group of all time, Spice Girls.
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Stephen Merchant(Actor, Comedian, Screenwriter, Radio personality, Film actor)
Birthdate: November 24, 1974
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Bristol
Known for co-writing The Office, British comedian Stephen Merchant was born to a nurse mother and a plumber father. He began his career with the radio and then stepped into stand-up comedy. Over the years, he has used his 6’7” frame to the best in his performances.
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Jenna Jameson(One of the World's Most Famous Adult Entertainment Performers)
Birthdate: April 9, 1974
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
‘The Queen of Porn’ with the name of an Irish whisky! Jenna Jameson may have hung up her shoes as a pornographic actress, but the world recognizes her as the most famous adult entertainment performer who dominated the x-rated film world during 1990s and early 2000s. The model and television personality says she is a gang-rape survivor.
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James Blunt(Best Known for His Album "Back to Bedlam," One of the Best-Selling Albums in UK Chart History)
Birthdate: February 22, 1974
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Tidworth, Hampshire, England
Five-time Grammy nominee James Blunt topped international charts with his single You're Beautiful. His album Back to Bedlam recorded the highest sales in the U.K. in the 2000s. He is also concerned about climate change and is known for screening the environmental documentary An Inconvenient Truth before his concerts.
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Alessandro Del Piero(Italian Former Professional Football Player Who Played as a Deep-Lying Forward)
Birthdate: November 9, 1974
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Conegliano, Veneto, Italy
Alessandro Del Piero is an Italian former football player. Renowned for his creativity, he is often counted among the best players of his generation. He is also widely regarded as one of Italy's greatest players of all time. A prolific goal-scorer, Del Piero scored 346 goals during his playing career, making him the second-highest Italian goal-scorer of all time.
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Olivia Colman(Known for Her Comedic, Dramatic Roles in Film and Television)
Birthdate: January 30, 1974
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Norwich, Norfolk, England, UK
Olivia Colman is a British actress best known for her dramatic and comedic roles in film and television. One of the most decorated actresses of her generation, Colman has received many prestigious awards such as an Academy Award, Primetime Emmy Award, Golden Globe Awards, and BAFTA TV Awards. Olivia Colman is also known for her philanthropic efforts.
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Vijay(actor, film actor)
Birthdate: June 22, 1974
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Jaffna
Vijay is an Indian film actor, playback singer, and philanthropist. He is best known for his contribution to the Tamil film industry. With a significant fan following worldwide, Vijay is one of the most popular and highest-paid actors in south India. Also known for his philanthropic efforts, Vijay is credited with founding a social welfare organization named Vijay People Organization.
