Actors born on August 18

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

• 1936 Robert Redford

  Robert Redford is a legendary American actor, director, producer, and environmental activist. He gained acclaim for his roles in classic films such as 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid', 'The Sting', 'The Way We Were', and 'All the President's Men'. Redford won the Academy Award for Best Director for 'Ordinary People' (1980) and was awarded an honorary Oscar in 2002. … [bio]

• 1941 Christopher Jones

  Christopher Jones was an American actor best known for his roles in films during the 1960s and early 1970s, including 'Wild in the Streets' and 'Ryan's Daughter.' His career was marked by a sudden rise to fame, a turbulent personal life, and an early retirement from acting. [bio]

• 1948 Joseph Marcell

  Joseph Marcell is a British actor best known for his role as Geoffrey the butler on the acclaimed American sitcom 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'. He has appeared on television, in film, and on stage, with a career spanning several decades in both the UK and the USA. [bio]

• 1952 Patrick Swayze

  Patrick Swayze was an American actor, dancer, and singer, renowned for his roles in hit films like 'Dirty Dancing,' 'Ghost,' and 'Point Break.' His versatility as both a dramatic and action actor, combined with his dance and singing talents, made him a beloved figure in Hollywood until his death in 2009. [bio]

• 1953 Sergio Castellitto

  Sergio Castellitto is an acclaimed Italian actor, film director, and screenwriter known for his versatile performances in both Italian and international cinema. He has received multiple awards for his work and is recognized for his collaborations with his wife, novelist and screenwriter Margaret Mazzantini. [bio]

• 1963 Heino Ferch

  Heino Ferch is a renowned German actor, best known for his work in both film and television. He has gained international recognition for his roles in German cinema, period dramas, and television miniseries, especially for his performances in 'Downfall' and 'The Tunnel.' [bio]

• 1969 Edward Norton

  Edward Norton is an acclaimed American actor, filmmaker, and activist known for his roles in a wide variety of both independent and mainstream films since the mid-1990s. [bio]

• 1969 Christian Slater

  Christian Slater is an American actor and producer best known for his roles in films like 'Heathers,' 'True Romance,' and as the lead in the television series 'Mr. Robot.' Throughout his career spanning several decades, Slater has become recognized for his distinctive voice and presence in both film and television projects. [bio]

• 1978 Andy Samberg

  Andy Samberg is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and musician, best known for being a cast member on 'Saturday Night Live' (SNL) and for starring in the sitcom 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine.' He is recognized for his unique comedic style and his involvement in the comedy trio The Lonely Island. [bio]