Actors born on April 1

Take a focused look at the actors born on April 1. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1883 Lon Chaney

  Lon Chaney was a pioneering American actor best known for his groundbreaking work in silent horror films. Renowned as 'The Man of a Thousand Faces,' he gained fame for his transformative character portrayals and innovative makeup techniques, most notably in films like 'The Phantom of the Opera' and 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame.' [bio]

• 1920 Toshirô Mifune

  Toshirô Mifune was one of the most influential Japanese actors of the 20th century, renowned for his dynamic presence and intense performances in classic films, particularly his collaborations with director Akira Kurosawa. He became an international icon for his roles in samurai epics such as 'Rashomon,' 'Seven Samurai,' and 'Yojimbo.' His career helped bridge Japanese cinema and global audiences. [bio]

• 1927 William Daniels

  William Daniels is a renowned American actor best known for his iconic roles as Mr.

• 1928 George Grizzard

  George Grizzard was an acclaimed American actor known for his work on stage, film, and television. Over the course of his career, he earned significant critical recognition, including a Tony Award and an Emmy Award. [bio]

• 1932 Gordon Jump

  Gordon Jump was an American actor best known for his role as Arthur 'Big Guy' Carlson, the station manager on the television sitcom 'WKRP in Cincinnati.' He was also recognized for his recurring role as the 'Maytag Repairman' in commercials and for his appearances in various TV series throughout his career. [bio]

• 1973 Kris Marshall

  Kris Marshall is an English actor best known for roles in the sitcom 'My Family,' the romantic comedy film 'Love Actually,' and the popular crime drama 'Death in Paradise.' [bio]

• 1976 David Oyelowo

  David Oyelowo is a British actor and producer best known for his starring role as Martin Luther King Jr. in the film 'Selma,' as well as his performances in 'The Butler,' 'Queen of Katwe,' and 'Nightingale.' He has gained acclaim for his work on stage and screen, and is recognized for breaking barriers for Black British actors in Hollywood. [bio]

• 1982 Taran Killam

  Taran Killam is an American actor, comedian, and writer best known for his work as a cast member on Saturday Night Live, as well as for appearances on MADtv and How I Met Your Mother. [bio]

• 1982 Sam Huntington

  Sam Huntington is an American actor known for roles in film and television, including 'Jungle 2 Jungle', 'Detroit Rock City', and the Syfy series 'Being Human'. [bio]

• 1983 Matt Lanter

  Matt Lanter is an American actor and voice actor, best known for his roles in television and film. He gained fame for playing Liam Court in the television series '90210' and for voicing Anakin Skywalker in the 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' animated series. [bio]

• 1997 Asa Butterfield

  Asa Butterfield is a British actor known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'Hugo' and 'The Boy in the Striped Pajamas', as well as the Netflix series 'Sex Education'. He began his acting career as a child and has received praise for his performances in both film and television. [bio]