Actors born on April 18

Take a focused look at the actors born on April 18. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1934 James Drury

  James Drury was an American actor best known for starring as the title character in the long-running television western series 'The Virginian' (1962–1971). [bio]

• 1947 James Woods

  James Woods is an American actor and producer renowned for his intense performances in film, television, and theater. With a career spanning over five decades, Woods is known for his portrayals of complex and often morally ambiguous characters. [bio]

• 1953 Rick Moranis

  Rick Moranis is a Canadian actor, comedian, musician, songwriter, and writer, best known for his roles in 1980s and 1990s comedy films such as 'Ghostbusters,' 'Spaceballs,' 'Little Shop of Horrors,' and 'Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.' He began his career as a radio disc jockey before becoming a prominent figure on the sketch comedy show 'Second City Television' (SCTV). Moranis … [bio]

• 1956 Eric Roberts

  Eric Roberts is an American actor known for his prolific career in film and television, often portraying intense and complex characters. He is recognized for both leading and supporting roles across genres and for being the older brother of actress Julia Roberts. [bio]

• 1963 Eric McCormack

  Eric McCormack is a Canadian-American actor and singer best known for his role as Will Truman in the NBC sitcom 'Will & Grace,' earning critical acclaim and several awards over the show's long run. [bio]

• 1968 David Hewlett

  David Hewlett is a British-born Canadian actor, writer, and director, best known for his role as Dr. Rodney McKay on the science fiction television series 'Stargate Atlantis' and 'Stargate SG-1'. He has also worked extensively in film, television, and web series, establishing himself as a prominent figure in the science fiction genre. [bio]

• 1971 David Tennant

  David Tennant is a Scottish actor best known for his roles in television, theatre, and film, particularly as the Tenth Doctor in the renowned BBC science fiction series 'Doctor Who'. He has also received acclaim for performances in 'Broadchurch', 'Good Omens', and has a distinguished stage career with the Royal Shakespeare Company. [bio]

• 1976 Sean Maguire

  Sean Maguire is an English actor and singer known for his work in British television, as well as roles in American TV series and films. He gained recognition for his performance in the BBC series 'Grange Hill,' and later starred in 'EastEnders,' 'Off Centre,' and 'Once Upon a Time.' Maguire also had a brief music career in the 1990s. [bio]