Famous People Born In 1976
Discover the most famous people born in 1976. The list includes people like Benedict Cumberbatch, Peyton Manning, Blake Shelton, Fred Savage, Luke Bryan and many more. This list of celebrities is loosely sorted by popularity. People featured on this list, include football players, models, composers and actresses born in 1976. This list includes people from United States, United Kingdom, Canada & Australia and many more countries.
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Ryan Reynolds(One of the Highest-Grossing Actors of All Time Known for His Role of 'Deadpool' in ‘Marvel’ Films)
Birthdate: 23rd October
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Vancouver, Canada
The charismatic Canadian-American actor and film producer, Ryan Reynolds is best known for his work in Deadpool, Green Lantern and The Proposal. The talented star, who was once named by People magazine as the Sexiest Man Alive, has also featured in a music video, acted in a web series, lent his voice to animation films and successfully ventured into business.
Birthdate: 29th November
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Anderson, South Carolina, United States
Died: August 28, 2020
A versatile actor and an inspiration for a generation of black youths, Chadwick Boseman is best remembered for portraying notable real life black figures like Jackie Robinson, Thurgood Marshall and James Brown in their biopics. His excellent performance in Black Panther, though, turned him into a household name.
Birthdate: 19th July
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Hammersmith, London, England
Benedict Cumberbatch is one of the most popular English actors of the current generation. Apart from his acting skills, he is also known for his charity work. In 2014, he was named in Time magazine's list of 100 most influential people in the world. In 2015, he was appointed a CBE for services to charity and performing arts.
Birthdate: 22nd March
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Acclaimed actress, Reese Witherspoon, shot to fame with her film Legally Blonde and continued her successful journey working in films and television shows like Walk the Line, Wild and Big Little Lies. In process, she became one of the most bankable stars in Hollywood and also one of the world’s highest paid actresses. Witherspoon has her own production company too.
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Cillian Murphy(One of the Greatest Irish Actors Who is Known for His Collaboration With Director Christopher Nolan)
Birthdate: 25th May
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Douglas, Ireland
Cillian Murphy is one of the greatest Irish film actors. He has done some of his best work in collaboration with director Christopher Nolan. The includes The Dark Knight Trilogy, Inception and Dunkirk. Cillian was also the lead singer, guitarist, and lyricist of the rock band The Sons of Mr. Green Genes
Birthdate: 24th March
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
American football quarterback Peyton Manning played 14 seasons with the Indianapolis Colts and four with the Denver Broncos, winning a Super Bowl with each, thus becoming the only person to achieve the feat. Also known as “The Sheriff,” the talented player has NFL records for passing yards and touchdowns.
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Ronaldo
(Brazilian Retired Professional Footballer Who Played as a Striker)
Birthdate: 18th September
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima is a Brazilian retired professional footballer who played as a striker. Widely considered one of the greatest players of all time, he played for Brazil in 98 matches, scoring 62 goals. He was named FIFA World Player of the Year three times. He retired in 2011 and has since established himself as a successful businessperson.
Birthdate: 18th June
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Ada, Oklahoma, United States
A nine-time Grammy Award nominee, Blake Shelton is a popular American country music singer. Described as one of the biggest stars of country music over the past decade, Blake Shelton was made an Oklahoma Hall of Fame inductee in 2014. Prominent singer-songwriters, such as Sheryl Crow, have named Blake as their inspiration. Blake Shelton is also a well-known philanthropist.
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Anna Faris(American Actress Who is Known for Her Performances in Comedic Roles)
Birthdate: 29th November
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Baltimore
Actress Anna Faris is known for her comedic roles, especially as the lead in the commercially successful Scary Movie films. Lost in Translation, Brokeback Mountain, Just Friends, The House Bunny, The Dictator, Calgary and Overboard are some of her other notable films. She has also acted in television sitcoms like Friends and Mom. Anna Faris has been featured on the covers of several magazines.
Birthdate: 4th October
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: San Francisco, California, United States
Entering the entertainment world as a teenager in the early 1990s, actress Alicia Silverstone became internationally famous with her role in her film debut in The Crush. Despite gaining mainstream success in the 1990s, she chose to focus on smaller-scale films and theater in the next decade. She is a vegan and has published a vegan cookbook.
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Alexander Skarsgård
(Swedish Actor Known for His Role as 'Eric Northman' in the TV Series 'True Blood')
Birthdate: 25th August
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Stockholm, Sweden
Alexander Skarsgård is a Swedish actor best known for his portarayal of Perry Wright in the American drama television series Big Little Lies, which earned him a Golden Globe Award, Primetime Emmy Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, and Critics' Choice Television Award. Alexander Skarsgård has also played important roles in popular films like Zoolander and Godzilla vs. Kong.
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Isla Fisher(Australian Actress Known for Her Films: ‘Wedding Crashers’, ‘Confessions of a Shopaholic’, ‘Bachelorette’ and ‘Scooby-Doo’)
Birthdate: 3rd February
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Muscat, Oman
Australian actress Isla Fisher attained widespread fame in 2005 when she starred in the commercially successful Hollywood film Wedding Crashers. Some of her other notable films are The Great Gatsby, Now You See Me, I Heart Huckabees, Bachelorette, Rango and Rise of the Guardians. She has also acted in television series and is an author of children’s books.
Birthdate: 31st May
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Castleknock, Ireland
Colin Farrell is one of the most popular and celebrated Irish actors. He was ranked fifth in The Irish Times newspaper's Ireland's greatest film actors list in 2020. Known for his casanova image, Colin has also had drug addiction problems and suffers from insomnia. In 2006, he filed a lawsuit against Nicole Narain for releasing their 13-minute sex tape.
Birthdate: 17th July
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Leesburg, Georgia, United States
Luke Bryan is an American singer and songwriter. As a songwriter, Bryan has contributed to the success of songs recorded by musicians like Billy Currington and Travis Tritt. He is also an acclaimed singer with many prestigious awards under his belt. Also known for his philanthropic activities, Bryan has supported various charities, such as Red Cross and City of Hope.
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Wladimir Klitschko(Former Professional Boxer and One of the Best Heavyweight Champions of All Time)
Birthdate: 25th March
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Semey, Kazakhstan
Wladimir Klitschko is a Ukrainian former boxer. Widely regarded as one of the best heavyweight champions ever, Wladimir Klitschko was renowned for his great footwork and extraordinary knockout power. He won a gold medal for his country in the super-heavyweight division at the 1996 Summer Olympics. He has often been named among Ukraine's most influential people.
Birthdate: 15th July
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Algermissen, Germany
An aspiring ballerina, Diane Kruger, turned towards modelling after an injury and eventually made her way into the world of acting. The German-American actress bagged limelight with the movie Troy and later cemented her position with an acclaimed film performance in Inglourious Basterds. Her other notable works include drama series The Bridge and movies National Treasure and In the Fade.
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Elsa Pataky(Known for Her Role as Elena Neves in the 'Fast & Furious' Franchise)
Birthdate: 18th July
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Madrid, Spain
Elsa Pataky is one of the most famous Spanish models and actresses to make it big in the American film industry. She is best known for playing Officer Elena Neves alongside Dwayne Johnson in The Fast and the Furious film franchise. A polyglot, Elsa Pataky can speak Spanish, English, Romanian, Portuguese, French, and Italian fluently.
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Gabriel Iglesias(Stand-Up Comedian & Actor Known for His Specials ‘I'm Not Fat… I'm Fluffy’ and ‘Hot & Fluffy’)
Birthdate: 15th July
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: San Diego, California, United States
Gabriel Iglesias gained fame for his stand-up specials I'm Not Fat... I'm Fluffy and Hot and Fluffy. His comedy is devoid of any controversial topic and consists of self-deprecating jokes about his weight and his Hispanic descent. Also seen in Netflix’s Mr. Iglesias, Gabriel is known for his Hawaiian shirts.
Birthdate: 13th January
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Michael Peña is best known as Kiki Camarena from Netflix's Narcos: Mexico. He has also played significant roles in End of Watch, American Hustle, Ant-Man, and Crash. He delivered an award-winning performance in the HBO film Walkout and also scored a Billboard-charting song, Beast, with his band Nico Vega.
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Charlie Day(Actor & Producer Known for His Role as ‘Charlie Kelly’ on the Sitcom ‘It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia’)
Birthdate: 9th February
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: New York, New York, United States
Charlie Day is an American actor, filmmaker, screenwriter, and comedian. Over the years, he has been contributing to the success of the long-running sitcom It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Also a skilled musician, Charlie Day has written some of the music used in the series. He has also played important roles in movies like Horrible Bosses and its sequel.
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Rashida Jones(Actress, Writer & Producer, Best Known for Starring on the Comedy Series 'Parks and Recreation')
Birthdate: 25th February
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
An actress, director, writer, and producer, Rashida Jones is a multi-talented woman who first gained prominence as a TV actress. A Harvard University graduate, the bright young woman entered the entertainment industry in the mid-1990s and has since made a name for herself. She is the recipient of several awards including a Grammy.
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Pat Tillman(American Professional Football Player Who Joined Army After September 11, 2001 Attacks)
Birthdate: 6th November
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Fremont, California, United States
Died: April 22, 2004
Pat Tillman was an American football player who represented the Arizona Cardinals of the National Football League. Tillman's decision to join the US Army after the September 11, 2001 attacks proved to be costly as he died in Afghanistan as a result of friendly fire. He became the first football player since Bob Kalsu to be killed in combat.
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Emily Deschanel(Best Known for Her Role as ‘Dr. Temperance Brennan’ in the TV Series ‘Bones’)
Birthdate: 11th October
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
Emily Deschanel is best known for her portrayal of Dr. Temperance "Bones" Brennan in the Fox series Bones. The role earned her multiple award nominations. An ardent supporter of animal rights causes, Emily is vegan. She has also promoted breast-cancer screenings. She is also agnostic, despite her Roman Catholic upbringing.
Birthdate: 13th April
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Danbury, Connecticut
Died: November 12, 2003
Jonathan Brandis began as a child actor/model and made his acting debut with One Life to Live. He was best known for his Saturn Award-nominated performance in The Never Ending Story II and for his role of Lucas Wolenczak in seaQuest DSV. He eventually committed suicide due to depression.
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Tim Duncan(American Former Professional Basketball Player Regarded as the Greatest Power Forward of All Time)
Birthdate: 25th April
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Saint Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
Tim Duncan is widely considered one of the greatest basketball players in the history of the NBA and the best power forward of all time. A five-time NBA champion, Duncan also helped his national team win Olympic bronze medal in 2004. Also a humanitarian, Duncan established the Tim Duncan Foundation to fund youth sports programs and education.
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Kevin Garnett(American Former Professional Basketball Player Who Was Known for His Defensive Ability and Versatility)
Birthdate: 19th May
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Greenville, South Carolina, United States
Former NBA power forward/center Kevin Garnett was drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves out of high school. After a 12-year term with the Timberwolves, he joined the Boston Celtics. His accolades include the MVP, the Defensive Player of the Year award, and 15 All-Star games. He also starred in Uncut Gems.
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Piper Perabo(Best Known for Her Film ‘Coyote Ugly’ and TV Series ‘Covert Affairs’)
Birthdate: 31st October
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Dallas, Texas, United States
Piper Perabo is an American actress who garnered wide acclaim for her portrayal of Violet Sanford in the musical comedy-drama film Coyote Ugly. Since then, Perabo has been an important actress in both film and TV industry. Also known for her political activism, Perabo was arrested twice for participating in protests. She also advocates for women empowerment and LGBT rights.
Birthdate: 28th January
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Coahoma County, Mississippi
Named the "Hottest MC in the Game" in 2012 by MTV, Rick Ross soared to fame with his first single, Hustlin. He launched the label Maybach Music Group and once owned several Wingstop restaurant outlets. He is also known for his feuds and legal issues with other artists.
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Joe Manganiello(Best Known for His Role as ‘Alcide Herveaux’ in the HBO Series 'True Blood')
Birthdate: 28th December
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
American actor Joe Manganiello’s breakthrough moment came in 2009 when he bagged the role of a werewolf in the third season of the television series True Blood. He was part of the show for the next five years. He has also acted in several films and his notable films include Spiderman, Spiderman 3, Magic Mike, Sabotage, Pee-wee's Big Holiday, Archenemy and The Sleepover.
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Jon Bernthal(Known for Portraying 'Shane Walsh' on the Horror Series 'The Walking Dead')
Birthdate: 20th September
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Washington, D.C., United States
Jon Bernthal is best known as Shane Walsh from The Walking Dead and Frank from The Punisher. While studying at the School of Moscow Art Theater, Bernthal played professional baseball and participated in European baseball leagues. He is an advocate for equal treatment of pit bulls and co-owns a charity.
Birthdate: 27th August
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Ottawa, Canada
Sarah Chalke is best known for her roles of Stella Zinman in How I Met Your Mother, Dr. Elliot Reid in Scrubs, and Becky in Roseanne. She voiced Beth Smith in Rick and Morty. After losing her grandmother and aunt to breast cancer, she started spreading awareness about the disease.
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Francesco Totti(Italian Former Professional Football Player Who Played as an Attacking Midfielder and as a Forward)
Birthdate: 27th September
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Rome, Italy
Italian footballer Francesco Totti is known for his 25-year stint with Roma. Nicknamed “The Golden Boy” and “The Gladiator,” he led Roma to win the Serie A and the Coppa Italia. He was also part of the 2006 FIFA World Cup-winning Italian team. He was named to Pele’s FIFA 100.
Birthdate: 23rd March
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Winthrop, Iowa, United States
Birthdate: 6th April
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Panorama City, Los Angeles, California, United States
Candace Cameron Bure is an American actress best known for bringing the popular fictional character, Aurora Teagarden, to life with her impressive performance in the film adaptation of the crime novel series based on Aurora Teagarden. Also known for her dancing skills, she finished third in the 18th season of the popular dancing TV reality series Dancing with the Stars.
Birthdate: 8th March
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
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Scott Caan(Actor & Director Who Starred as Detective Sergeant Danny "Danno" Williams in the CBS television series 'Hawaii Five-0')
Birthdate: 23rd August
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
Scott Caan is an American actor and musician. He is credited with co-founding the now-defunct hip hop group The Whooliganz. As an actor, he is known for playing Detective Sergeant Danny Williams in the police procedural TV series Hawaii Five-0. Also a humanitarian, Scott Caan is closely associated with organizations, such as Surfers Healing, Life Rolls On, and TheraSURF.
Birthdate: 29th September
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Dvirkivshchyna, Ukraine
Andriy Shevchenko is a former professional footballer who played for the Ukraine national team. One of the greatest Ukrainian football players of all time, Shevchenko scored 48 goals for his national team, making him the all-time top-scorer for Ukraine. He is also only the third Ukrainian to receive the prestigious Ballon d'Or. He is currently serving as Ukraine's head coach.
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Sterling K. Brown(Known for His Role in the TV Series ‘The People V. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story’)
Birthdate: 5th April
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Sterling K. Brown is best known as Christopher Darden from The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story and Randall Pearson from This Is Us. Named to TIME 100, he also became the first Black actor to win the Golden Globe for the “Best Actor in a TV Drama.”
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Soleil Moon Frye(Actress, Director and Producer Known for Her Role as ‘Punky’ in the NBC Sitcom ‘Punky Brewster’)
Birthdate: 6th August
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Glendora, California, United States
Soleil Moon Frye started as a child actor, with the series Punky Brewster. She also gained fame as Sabrina Spellman’s friend Roxie in the series Sabrina the Teenage Witch. She later voiced characters for series such as The Proud Family. She has also authored books and owns a children’s boutique.
Birthdate: 16th July
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Junction City, Kansas, United States
Wrestler and MMA legend Bobby Lashley has won titles such as the ECW World Championship, the TNA/Impact World Heavyweight Championship, and the WWE US Championship. He currently plays for Raw under WWE, as part of stable The Hurt Business. He has headlined events such as Bound for Glory.
Birthdate: 23rd March
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Fountain Valley, California, United States
American actress, Keri Russell, is best known for playing the titular character in teen drama Felicity and a KGB agent in thriller series The Americans. The Golden Globe Award winning actress made her debut as a teenager and later transitioned into playing more mature roles in films, television and stage. Her notable films include Mission: Impossible III, Waitress and Bedtime Stories.
Birthdate: 20th September
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Harrison, Arkansas, United States
Died: April 28, 1999
Arkansas Razorbacks offensive lineman Brandon Burlsworth had joined the team as a walk-on and later became an All-American. He was drafted by the NFL team Indianapolis Colts in 1999 but tragically died in a car accident just 11 days later. Following his death, his Arkansas jersey was permanently retired.
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Daniel Gillies(Known for His Role of ‘Elijah Mikaelson’ in the TV series ‘The Vampire Diaries’)
Birthdate: 14th March
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Winnipeg, Canada
Daniel Gillies is a Canadian-New Zealander actor. Despite being born into a family of medical professionals, Daniel Gillies decided to pursue his dream of becoming an actor. Although he initially had to work as a waiter and dishwasher, Gillies chose not to give up and eventually established himself as an actor.
Birthdate: 26th March
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Topanga, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Amy Smart is an American actress who has played important roles in films like Varsity Blues, Road Trip, Rat Race, and The Butterfly Effect. After starting her career as a fashion model in Italy, Smart enrolled in acting school and went on to become a successful actress. She serves as an inspiration to those models who aspire to become actresses.
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Fred Savage(Actor and Director Known for His Role as ‘Kevin Arnold’ in the TV Series ‘The Wonder Years’)
Birthdate: 9th July
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Fred Savage is best known for his Emmy- and Golden Globe-nominated portrayal of Kevin Arnold in the series The Wonder Years. He has also been part of Crumbs and The Grinder, and has directed a few episodes of series such as Phil of the Future and Wizards of Waverly Place.
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Melissa Hart(First Celebrity to Win the $1 Million Top Prize on TV Game Show 'Celebrity Wheel of Fortune')
Birthdate: 18th April
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Smithtown, New York, United States
Melissa Joan Hart became a teen icon with her performances as Clarissa Darling in the Nickelodeon series Clarissa Explains It All and as Sabrina Spellman in the 1990s’ sitcom Sabrina the Teenage Witch. Fans also loved her as Mel in Melissa & Joey. She also co-owns a fashion line.
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Kelly Macdonald(Scottish Actress Best Known for Her Roles in the Films: ‘Trainspotting’, ‘Gosford Park’, ‘Intermission’ and ‘Nanny McPhee’)
Birthdate: 23rd February
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Glasgow, Scotland
Kelly Macdonald is a Scottish actress known for playing Diane Coulston in the 1996 black comedy-drama film, Trainspotting. Kelly Macdonald received critical appreciation for portraying Gina in the made-for-television drama film, The Girl in the Café, for which she won the Primetime Emmy Award. Eastwood High School, where she studied, has a theatre and drama studio named in her honor.
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Stephanie McMahon(Retired Professional Wrestler, Interim Chief Executive Officer and Chairwoman of WWE)
Birthdate: 24th September
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Hartford, Connecticut, United States
Stephanie McMahon is an American businesswoman. As the chief brand officer of WWE, McMahon contributes immensely to the development of the entertainment company. Also a popular wrestling personality, she often appears on WWE's SmackDown and Raw brands. She is considered one of the most powerful women in wrestling business around the world.
Birthdate: 9th August
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Columbia
Jessica Capshaw, daughter of actor Kate Capshaw and stepdaughter of director Steven Spielberg, is best known for her roles of Dr. Arizona Robbins in Grey's Anatomy and Jamie Stringer in The Practice. She has also been seen in the series Bones and Odd Man Out, and the movie Minority Report.
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Mike Colter(Best Known for His Roles in the TV Series: ‘Luke Cage’, ‘The Defenders’ and ‘Jessica Jones’)
Birthdate: 26th August
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Mike Colter is an American actor known for portraying the eponymous character in the popular streaming television series Luke Cage. Thanks to his association with Marvel Cinematic Universe since 2015, Mike Colter is often credited with playing an important role in improving Marvel Television's business over the last few years.