Actors born on April 2

Take a focused look at the actors born on April 2. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1908 Buddy Ebsen

  Buddy Ebsen was an American actor, dancer, and singer best known for his roles as Jed Clampett in the television series 'The Beverly Hillbillies' and as the title character in 'Barnaby Jones.' He enjoyed a career that spanned seven decades, starting in vaudeville and musicals before achieving television fame. [bio]

• 1914 Alec Guinness

  Alec Guinness was an acclaimed English actor, renowned for his versatility in theater and film. Over his distinguished career spanning more than six decades, he became known for his roles in classics such as 'The Bridge on the River Kwai,' 'Lawrence of Arabia,' and as Obi-Wan Kenobi in the original 'Star Wars' trilogy. [bio]

• 1920 Jack Webb

  Jack Webb was an American actor, television producer, director, and screenwriter, best known for creating and starring in the television series 'Dragnet.' [bio]

• 1961 Christopher Meloni

  Christopher Meloni is an American actor best known for his role as Detective Elliot Stabler on the long-running television series 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit' and its spinoff 'Law & Order: Organized Crime.' He has built a successful career in both television and film, often noted for his versatility in both comedic and dramatic parts. [bio]

• 1962 Clark Gregg

  Clark Gregg is an American actor, director, and screenwriter, best known for portraying Agent Phil Coulson in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films and television series, including 'Iron Man', 'The Avengers', and 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' [bio]

• 1967 Ajay Devgan

  Prominent Bollywood actor, director, and producer known for his versatile roles and significant contributions to Hindi cinema.

• 1975 Pedro Pascal

  Pedro Pascal is a Chilean-American actor best known for his roles in popular television series such as 'Game of Thrones,' 'Narcos,' 'The Mandalorian,' and 'The Last of Us.' He has become a prominent figure in contemporary television due to his dynamic performances. [bio]

• 1977 Michael Fassbender

  Michael Fassbender is a German-Irish actor known for his dynamic performances in film and television, including acclaimed roles in '12 Years a Slave,' 'Shame,' and as Magneto in the 'X-Men' film series. [bio]

• 1988 Jesse Plemons

  Jesse Plemons is an acclaimed American actor known for his versatile performances in television and film, including notable roles in 'Friday Night Lights,' 'Breaking Bad,' 'Fargo,' and multiple Oscar-nominated films. [bio]