education insights | January 17, 2026

Famous 61 Year Old Males

The list of famous 61 year old males includes Andre Braugher, Tom Cruise, Prophet Muhammad, John Gotti, Jordan Peterson. Famous males featured on this list, include actors, political leaders, directors and poets and from other domains of life. This list of 61 Year Old includes people from United States, England, Germany & France and many more countries.

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Tom Cruise

(One of the Highest-Grossing Box Office Stars of All Time)

Tom Cruise

Birthdate: July 3, 1962

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Syracuse, New York, United States

Actor-producer, Tom Cruise, is an international superstar, heartthrob of millions and is a recipient of numerous awards. The Mission: Impossible star has been one of the most bankable and versatile Hollywood actors since 1980s. Interestingly, he once aspired to be a priest but is now amongst the highest paid actors in the world.

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Steve Carell

(Actor and Comedian Best Known for His Role of 'Michael Scott' in the NBC Sitcom 'The Office')

Steve Carell

Birthdate: August 16, 1962

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Concord, Massachusetts, United States

Recognized as "America's Funniest Man" by Life magazine, Steve Carell is an actor, comedian, and writer. He has starred in several hit comedy films and has received numerous awards, including a Golden Globe. Also popular as a comedic TV actor, he has ventured into production and direction as well. Besides comedy, he also plays dramatic roles.

Jordan Peterson

Birthdate: June 12, 1962

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: Edmonton, Canada

Canadian clinical psychologist, writer and YouTuber, Jordan Peterson became internationally known in the 2010s for his views on cultural and political issues. He propogates his views and ideas primarily through YouTube and podcasts. He has shared many videos and podcasts that have received millions of views.

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Jon Bon Jovi

(Founder and Frontman of The Rock Band "Bon Jovi")

Jon Bon Jovi

Birthdate: March 2, 1962

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: Perth Amboy, New Jersey, United States

Known as the iconic founder of the popular rock band Bon Jovi, Jon Bon Jovi is a record producer and singer-songwriter. In 2012, he was named in Billboard magazine's The Most Powerful and Influential People In The Music Business list. Also a well-known philanthropist, he founded the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation in an attempt to eradicate poverty and homelessness.

 5 

Ralph Fiennes

(English Actor Best Known for His Films: 'Schindler's List', and 'The English Patient')

Ralph Fiennes

Birthdate: December 22, 1962

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: Ipswich, England

A Tony Award recipient, Ralph Fiennes is one of the most respected English actors of the current generation. He is known for playing important roles in notable films, such as the Harry Potter and James Bond film series. A Stanislavsky Award recipient, he is also known for his work behind the camera.

 6 

Bo Jackson

(Former Baseball & Football Player, the Only Professional Athlete in History to be Named an 'All-Star' in Both)

Bo Jackson

Birthdate: November 30, 1962

Sun Sign: Sagittarius

Birthplace: Bessemer, Alabama, United States

Former professional baseball and football player Bo Jackson has the distinction of being the only professional athlete in history to be named an All-Star in both the sports. Considered one of the greatest athletes of all time, he pursued his other interests following his retirement from sports in the 1990s. He has acted in a few TV shows, playing minor characters.

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Bob Odenkirk

(Actor and Comedian Best Known for His Portrayal of ‘Saul Goodman’ in the Series ‘Breaking Bad’ and its Spin-Off, ‘Better Call Saul’)

Bob Odenkirk

Birthdate: October 22, 1962

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: Berwyn, Illinois, United States

Bob Odenkirk began his career as an SNL writer but shot to fame only after starring as Saul Goodman in Breaking Bad and its spin-off, Better Call Saul. He has also been part of critically acclaimed movies such as Nebraska and The Post, and has directed and produced several shows.

Emilio Estevez

Birthdate: May 12, 1962

Sun Sign: Taurus

Birthplace: Staten Island, New York, United States

Emilio Estevez is known for acting in movies like The Mighty Ducks, The Breakfast Club and Repo Man as well as Bobby and The Public, the last two of which he also wrote and directed. One of the members of 1980s Brat Pack group of actors, he has also directed television shows like CSI: NY and appeared in music videos.

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José Mourinho

(Portuguese Former Professional Football Player and One of the Greatest Managers of All Time)

José Mourinho

Birthdate: January 26, 1963

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Setúbal

When it comes to great football managers, Jose Mourinho’s name comes right at the top. He is regarded as one of the most tactfully brilliant managers ever, even though his defensive style has at times been criticised. He has had great stints with Premier League clubs like Inter Milan, Real Madrid, Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur.

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Troyal Garth Brooks

(Only Best-Selling Music Artist in History to have Nine Albums That Achieved Diamond Status in the US)

Troyal Garth Brooks

Birthdate: February 7, 1962

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States

Troyal Garth Brooks is an American singer-songwriter. Having sold over 170 million records worldwide, Brooks is one of the best-selling musicians in the world. He is also the best-selling solo albums musician in the US. Also known for his charitable activities, Garth Brooks established the Teammates for Kids Foundation in 1999, which provides financial support to charities for kids.

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Jerry Rice

(American Former Professional Football Wide Receiver)

Jerry Rice

Birthdate: October 13, 1962

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: Starkville, Mississippi, United States

Jerry Rice is a former American footballer. He played primarily for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League. Thanks to his several records and accomplishments, Rice is considered one of the greatest players and the greatest wide receiver in the history of NFL. In 1999, The Sporting News ranked him second on its Football's 100 Greatest Players list.

Hakeem Olajuwon

Birthdate: January 21, 1963

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Lagos, Nigeria

Hakeem Olajuwon is a former basketball player. Nicknamed The Dream, because of his dream-like ability to dunk effortlessly, Olajuwon is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketballers of all time. Apart from leading the Houston Rockets to two back-to-back NBA championships, Hakeem Olajuwon also helped the US national team win the Olympic gold medal in the 1996 Summer Olympics.

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Evander Holyfield

(The Only Boxer in the History to Win the Undisputed Championship in Two Weight Classes)

Evander Holyfield

Birthdate: October 19, 1962

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: Atmore, Alabama, United States

Evander Holyfield is an American retired boxer who reigned as the undisputed champion in the late 1980s under cruiserweight division and in the early 1990s under heavyweight division. The only four-time world heavyweight champion, Holyfield remains the only boxer in the history of boxing to reign as an undisputed champion in two weight classes.

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Axl Rose

(Lead Vocalist and Lyricist of the Hard Rock Band 'Guns N' Roses')

Axl Rose

Birthdate: February 6, 1962

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Lafayette, Indiana, United States

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer W. Axl Rose, being true to his rebel spirit, fled to Los Angeles on a bus at 17, before he co-founded the legendary hard rock band Guns N' Roses. Working as the lead vocalist/lyricist of the band, he soon became a global sex symbol. 

 15 

Wesley Snipes

(Known for His Action Roles in Films 'Blade' and 'Passenger 57')

Wesley Snipes

Birthdate: July 31, 1962

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Orlando, Florida, United States

The quintessential vampire-killer of Hollywood, Wesley Snipes is best known for his action-oriented films, such as the Blade film trilogy and The Expendables 3. Apart from being an actor, Wesley Snipes is also a martial artist, and hence often portray roles that require him to perform stunts. He is a black belt holder in Hapkido and Shotokan Karate.

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Matthew Broderick

(American Theatre and Film Actor Best Known for His Film 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off')

Matthew Broderick

Birthdate: March 21, 1962

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Manhattan, New York, United States

American actor Matthew Broderick has starred in more than 50 films since the 1980s and has also acted in several television shows and theater production. Some of his notable films are War Games, The Cable Guy, Godzilla, The Producers, Finding Amanda and Manchester by the Sea. He was involved in a car crash in 1987 in which two persons were killed.

 17 

Rand Paul

(United States Senator from Kentucky)

Rand Paul

Birthdate: January 7, 1963

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

The son of former U.S. Representative Ron Paul, Rand Paul is currently the junior US Senator from Kentucky. Also a physician, he started practising ophthalmology in 1993 and has his own clinic. After recovering from the coronavirus disease, he started volunteering at a hospital. As a politician, he has focused on criminal justice reform.

Tom Kenny

Birthdate: July 13, 1962

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: East Syracuse, New York, United States

Voice artist Tom Kenny is known for his Emmy- and Annie Award-winning work in the popular animated series SpongeBob SquarePants. He has also voiced for Ice King in Adventure Time, Spyro in the Spyro the Dragon video games, and the Narrator and Mayor in The Powerpuff Girls.

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Julio Cesar Chavez

(Mexican Former Professional Boxer and Multiple-Time World Champion in Three Weight Divisions)

Julio Cesar Chavez

Birthdate: July 4, 1962

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Ciudad Obregón, Mexico

Julio Cesar Chavez is a Mexican former boxer who won several world championships in three different weight divisions. He also holds several records, such as the most successful world title defenses and most title fights. He has been named in ESPN's 50 Greatest Boxers of All Time list and was made an inductee of the International Boxing Hall of Fame.

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Flea (Musician)

(Musician, Actor, a Member and Bassist of the Rock Band ‘Red Hot Chili Peppers’)

Flea (Musician)

Birthdate: October 16, 1962

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: Melbourne, Australia

Michael Balzary, or Flea, is best known as the bassist of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. He has also been part of the supergroup Atoms for Peace, appeared in films such as The Big Lebowski, and voiced Donnie Thornberry in The Wild Thornberrys franchise. He also co-owns a music-oriented non-profit.

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Lou Diamond Phillips

(Actor and Director Known for His Role as ‘Ritchie Valens’ in the Biopic ‘La Bamba’)

Lou Diamond Phillips

Birthdate: February 17, 1962

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: U.S. Naval Base Subic Bay, Philippines

Golden Globe-nominated actor Lou Diamond Phillips is best known as Ritchie Valens from the film La Bamba. His performance in the Broadway revival of The King and I earned him a Tony nomination. He has also appeared in a string of TV and radio projects and participated in poker championships.

Craig Ferguson

Birthdate: May 17, 1962

Sun Sign: Taurus

Birthplace: Springburn, Glasgow, Scotland

Craig Ferguson is a Scottish-American comedian, television host, and author. He helped popularize The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, which he hosted and received the prestigious Peabody Award for the same. A recovering alcoholic, Craig Ferguson has stayed sober since 1992 and is an inspiration to those trying to quit drinking.

Gabe Newell

Birthdate: November 3, 1962

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: Seattle, Washington

Businessman Gabe Newell is the co-founder and president of the video game developer and digital distribution company, Valve. As a young man, he worked for Microsoft for several years before he quit to found his own venture. He was inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences Hall of Fame in 2013.

Thomas Gibson

Birthdate: July 3, 1962

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Charleston, South Carolina, U.S.

Thomas Gibson is best known for his Golden Globe-nominated performance as Greg in the hit sitcom Dharma & Greg. He has also played prominent roles in Chicago Hope and Criminal Minds. He is a skilled golf player, too, and participates in the annual AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am.

James May

Birthdate: January 16, 1963

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: Bristol, United Kingdom

James May is an English journalist and television presenter. May is known for co-presenting the popular factual television show Top Gear alongside Richard Hammond and Jeremy Clarkson. James May is credited with co-founding the independent TV production company W. Chump and Sons.

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Patrick Ewing

(Jamaican-American Basketball Coach and Former Basketball Player)

Patrick Ewing

Birthdate: August 5, 1962

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Kingston, Jamaica

Patrick Ewing is a Jamaican-American former basketball player who played for popular NBA teams like New York Knicks and Seattle SuperSonics. He also won gold medals at the 1984 and 1992 Olympic Games as part of the US men's national basketball teams. In 2008, Patrick Ewing was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame for his individual career.

Jeff Dunham

Birthdate: April 18, 1962

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Dallas, Texas, United States

Stand-up comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham is best known for his performances with the dummy Achmed the Dead Terrorist, through which he satirized terrorism, and his several Comedy Central specials. He made a Guinness record for selling most tickets for a stand-up comedy tour, for the Spark of Insanity tour.

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Anthony Kiedis

(Lead Vocalist of the Rock Band ‘Red Hot Chili Peppers’)

Anthony Kiedis

Birthdate: November 1, 1962

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

Red Hot Chili Peppers co-founder and vocalist Anthony Kiedis released 11 rock albums with his band, focusing on issues such as sex, drugs, and loss. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has struggled with drug issues but has been drug-free since 2000. His memoir, Scar Tissue, became a bestseller.

David Baszucki

Birthdate: January 20, 1963

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Canada

David Baszucki is a Canadian-born American entrepreneur and inventor. He is credited with co-founding the Roblox Corporation, for which he also serves as the CEO. He is also credited with co-founding Knowledge Revolution, a company which was obtained by MSC Software in 1998. In 2017 and 2018, Baszucki was named one of the 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs by Goldman Sachs.

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John Stockton

(Basketball player)

John Stockton

Birthdate: March 26, 1962

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Spokane, Washington, United States

Height: 6'1" (185 cm)

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Cary Elwes

(English Actor and Writer Known for His Role as ‘Westley’ in the Film ‘The Princess Bride’)

Cary Elwes

Birthdate: October 26, 1962

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: London, England, United Kingdom

Cary Elwes is best known as Westley from The Princess Bride, Robin Hood from Robin Hood: Men in Tights, and Dr. Lawrence Gordon from the Saw horror franchise. He has also played numerous supporting roles in films and has been seen in series such as The X-Files and Stranger Things.

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Kirk Hammett

(Lead Guitarist for Heavy Metal Band 'Metallica')

Kirk Hammett

Birthdate: November 18, 1962

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: San Francisco, California, United States

Kirk Hammett, lead guitarist of the heavy metal band Metallica, was ranked 11th on Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time list. He was previously part of the group Exodus. His collection of horror memorabilia was released as a book, and he also started an annual horror convention.

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Tommy Lee

(Founding Member of the Heavy Metal Band 'Mötley Crüe')

Tommy Lee

Birthdate: October 3, 1962

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: Athens, Greece

Best known as the drummer and founding member of the bands Mötley Crüe and Methods of Mayhem, Tommy Lee Bass has been riddled with major controversies and has even spent time in jail for spousal abuse. Brash and bold, he has also been named to VH1's 100 Sexiest Artists list.

Abdullah II of Jordan

Birthdate: January 30, 1962

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Amman, Jordan

The King of Jordan since 7 February 1999, Abdullah II of Jordan is a member of the Hashemite dynasty. He is a 41st-generation direct descendant of Muhammad and the son of King Hussein of Jordan and his second wife, Princess Muna. Upon assuming the throne, he liberalized the economy and implemented numerous reforms. He is a popular monarch.

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Mike Rowe

(Television Host and Narrator Known for His TV Series ‘Dirty Jobs’ and ‘Somebody's Gotta Do It’)

Mike Rowe

Birthdate: March 18, 1962

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Mike Rowe is an American narrator, television host, and former opera singer. He has narrated popular programs on the Discovery Channel, such as How the Universe Works and Deadliest Catch. Also an activist, Rowe joined hands with the 'Association of Equipment Manufacturers'in 2010 in order to create jobs in the manufacturing sector through a campaign named "I Make America".

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Andrew McCarthy

(American Actor and Director)

Andrew McCarthy

Birthdate: November 29, 1962

Sun Sign: Sagittarius

Birthplace: Westfield, New Jersey, United States

Height: 5'9" (175 cm)

Clark Gregg

Birthdate: April 2, 1962

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Actor, director, and screenwriter Clark Gregg joined the show business after a series of odd jobs. He co-founded the off-Broadway Atlantic Theater Company at the beginning of his career in entertainment and proceeded to join films. He gained international fame for playing Agent Phil Coulson in many Marvel Cinematic Universe films in the 2010s.

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MC Hammer

(One of the Most Significant Rappers and Dancers of All Time)

MC Hammer

Birthdate: March 30, 1962

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Oakland, California, United States

Rap legend MC Hammer, a pioneer of the pop-rap genre, became the first hip-hop artist to earn the “diamond” status. He is also known for his chartbusting tracks such as U Can't Touch This and his signature "Hammer pants." He later became a preacher and hosted his own reality show.

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Robert Herjavec

(Investor & Founder of ‘The Herjavec Group’, One of the Largest IT & Computer Security Companies in Canada)

Robert Herjavec

Birthdate: September 14, 1962

Sun Sign: Virgo

Birthplace: Varaždin, Croatia

Investor Robert Herjavec founded the internet security software BRAK Systems, which he later sold to AT&T. He also established the Herjavec Group and turned it into one of Canada’s biggest IT security firms. He has also appeared in Dragons' Den and Shark Tank, and has authored several business books.

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Doug Flutie

(American football player)

Doug Flutie

Birthdate: October 23, 1962

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: Manchester, Maryland, United States

Height: 5'10" (178 cm)

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David Koechner

(Best Known for Playing Roles as Champ Kind in the 'Anchorman' Films)

David Koechner

Birthdate: August 24, 1962

Sun Sign: Virgo

Birthplace: Tipton, Missouri, United States

David Koechner is best known for his performances as Champ Kind in the Anchorman movies and as Todd Packer in The Office. He has also been part of The Goldbergs and The Naked Trucker and T-Bones Show and has voiced characters such as Dick Reynolds in American Dad! 

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Clyde Drexler

(Basketball player)

Clyde Drexler

Birthdate: June 22, 1962

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Height: 6'7" (201 cm)

Adam Baldwin

Birthdate: February 27, 1962

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: Winnetka, Illinois, United States

Adam Baldwin is an American actor known for playing important roles in films like Full Metal Jacket and Ordinary People. Also known for his humanitarian efforts, Baldwin supports Ride 2 Recovery, an organization established for the rehabilitation of veterans wounded in wars. Popular on social media, Baldwin is credited with introducing the hashtag #GamerGate with respect to the GamerGate controversy.

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Jon Stewart

(Best Known for Hosting The Satiric Television News Program 'The Daily Show')

Jon Stewart

Birthdate: November 28, 1962

Sun Sign: Sagittarius

Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States

Jon Stewart is an American actor, writer, political commentator, television host, and filmmaker. He is credited with popularizing Comedy Central's satirical news program The Daily Show. Also a prominent comedian, Jon Stewart has influenced and inspired several other comedians like Stephen Colbert, Trevor Noah, John Oliver, Larry Wilmore, Hasan Minhaj, Jordan Klepper, Samantha Bee, and Bassem Youssef.

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Ruud Gullit

(One of the Greatest Football Players of All Time)

Ruud Gullit

Birthdate: September 1, 1962

Sun Sign: Virgo

Birthplace: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Ruud Gullit is a Dutch former football player. Considered one of the greatest players in the history of football, Gullit was known for his versatility as he could play as an attacking midfielder, forward, or midfielder. During the 1988 UEFA European Football Championship, he led his national team to its first title.

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John Slattery

(Actor and Director Best Known for His Role as ‘Roger Sterling Jr.’ in the TV Series ‘Mad Men’)

John Slattery

Birthdate: August 13, 1962

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts, United States

John Slattery is best known as Roger Sterling from the series Mad Men, a role that earned him multiple Emmy nominations. He has also appeared in Broadway and Off-Broadway plays. Fans also loved him as Howard Stark in Marvel movies such as Iron Man 2, Avengers: Endgame, and Ant-Man.

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Alton Brown

(American Television Personality and Food Show Presenter)

Alton Brown

Birthdate: July 30, 1962

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

Alton Brown soared to fame as the creator of the Food Network culinary show Good Eats. He has also hosted shows such as Iron Chef America and Feasting on Asphalt. He has authored several bestselling cookbooks. He also created two culinary shows on YouTube during the COVID-19 lockdown.

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Jeff Garlin

(Comedian)

Jeff Garlin

Birthdate: June 5, 1962

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Height: 6'1" (185 cm)

Esai Morales

Birthdate: October 1, 1962

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Esai Morales is an American actor who achieved recognition among comic book fans for playing Deathstroke/Slade Wilson in the 2018 superhero TV series, Titans. Also known for his activism, Esai Morales is credited with founding the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts in order to advance the presence of Latinos in the entertainment industries, media, and telecommunications.

Roland Orzabal

Birthdate: August 22, 1962

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Hampshire, England

Roland Orzabal is an English musician, singer-songwriter, and record producer. He co-founded the pop-rock band Tears for Fears, of which he is the main songwriter and joint vocalist. He began performing in his teens and has played with many bands. He also performs as a solo artist. He has received the  Ivor Novello Award twice as a songwriter.