Actors born on April 20

Take a focused look at the actors born on April 20. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1902 Donald Wolfit

  Donald Wolfit was an English actor-manager renowned for his stage performances, particularly in the plays of Shakespeare, and his dedication to touring classical theatre around Britain during the mid-20th century. [bio]

• 1937 George Takei

  George Takei is an American actor, author, and activist best known for his role as Hikaru Sulu in the original 'Star Trek' television series and its film sequels. He is also recognized for his activism in LGBTQ rights and for raising awareness about the Japanese American internment during World War II. [bio]

• 1940 James Gammon

  James Gammon was an American actor best known for his roles as grizzled authority figures and tough, working-class characters. He is especially recognized for playing Lou Brown, the manager in the 'Major League' film series, and for appearances in notable films such as 'Urban Cowboy', 'Cold Mountain', and 'Wyatt Earp', as well as various television credits. [bio]

• 1941 Ryan O'Neal

  Ryan O'Neal is an American actor best known for his roles in classic films such as 'Love Story' (1970), 'Paper Moon' (1973), and 'Barry Lyndon' (1975). Rising to fame in the 1970s, he remains a notable figure in Hollywood, recognized for his romantic leads and collaborations with esteemed directors. [bio]

• 1961 Nicholas Lyndhurst

  Nicholas Lyndhurst is an English actor best known for his role as Rodney Trotter in the long-running and beloved BBC sitcom Only Fools and Horses. With a career spanning several decades, he has also starred in other notable television series such as Goodnight Sweetheart and Butterflies. [bio]

• 1964 Andy Serkis

  Andy Serkis is a British actor, director, and producer renowned for his pioneering work in performance-capture roles, most notably as Gollum in The Lord of the Rings trilogy and Caesar in the Planet of the Apes reboot series. He is acclaimed for his technical innovations and performances that have redefined the perception of motion-capture acting in modern cinema. [bio]

• 1964 Crispin Glover

  Crispin Glover is an American actor, filmmaker, and author, widely recognized for his eccentric screen presence and unusual roles in film and television. [bio]

• 1970 Shemar Moore

  Shemar Moore is an American actor and former fashion model, best known for his roles on the television series 'Criminal Minds' and 'S.W.A.T.' He has also appeared on 'The Young and the Restless,' earning a Daytime Emmy Award for his work. [bio]