Actors born on April 3

Take a focused look at the actors born on April 3. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1924 Marlon Brando

  Marlon Brando was an American actor widely regarded as one of the most influential performers of the 20th century. He is best known for his powerful, naturalistic acting style, which helped popularize the Stanislavski system and method acting in major Hollywood films. Brando starred in numerous acclaimed movies such as 'A Streetcar Named Desire', 'On the Waterfront', 'The Godfather', and … [bio]

• 1926 Andrew Keir

  Andrew Keir was a Scottish actor best known for his roles in classic British film and television, particularly in Hammer Horror films. Over a career spanning more than five decades, he gained acclaim for his powerful screen presence in both period dramas and horror films. [bio]

• 1941 Eric Braeden

  Eric Braeden is a German-born American film and television actor, best known for his long-running role as Victor Newman on the CBS soap opera 'The Young and the Restless.' [bio]

• 1958 Alec Baldwin

  Alec Baldwin is an American actor, producer, and comedian best known for his versatile performances in film, television, and theater. He has received critical acclaim for his roles in movies like 'The Hunt for Red October,' 'Glengarry Glen Ross,' and for his long-running role as Jack Donaghy on the hit TV series '30 Rock.' Baldwin is also famous for his … [bio]

• 1959 David Hyde Pierce

  David Hyde Pierce is an American actor and director, best known for his role as Dr. Niles Crane on the television sitcom 'Frasier.' [bio]

• 1961 Eddie Murphy

  Eddie Murphy is an American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and singer, renowned for his influential work in stand-up comedy and numerous blockbuster films. Rising to fame as a cast member on 'Saturday Night Live', he is celebrated for his dynamic comedic performances and major roles in films such as 'Beverly Hills Cop', 'Coming to America', and 'The Nutty Professor'. [bio]

• 1969 Ben Mendelsohn

  Ben Mendelsohn is an acclaimed Australian actor best known for his roles in films such as 'Animal Kingdom', 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story', and the Netflix series 'Bloodline'. He is recognized for his versatile performances in both Australian and Hollywood productions. [bio]

• 1971 Jamie Bamber

  Jamie Bamber is a British actor best known for his role as Lee 'Apollo' Adama in the reimagined science fiction television series Battlestar Galactica, as well as his work on television dramas such as Law & Order: UK and Hornblower. [bio]

• 1973 Adam Scott

  Adam Scott is an American actor, comedian, producer, and podcaster, known for his work in television sitcoms and comedy films. He gained widespread recognition for his roles in the TV series 'Parks and Recreation' and 'Party Down', as well as appearances in films such as 'Step Brothers.' [bio]

• 1978 Matthew Goode

  Matthew Goode is an English actor known for his work in both film and television. He has gained recognition for his versatile performances in period dramas, thrillers, and romantic comedies. [bio]