Actors born on August 27

Take a focused look at the actors born on August 27. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1921 Leo Penn

  Leo Penn was an American actor and director best known for his work in television, and as the father of actors Sean Penn and Chris Penn. He began his career as a stage actor before moving into film and television, later achieving notable success as a director for numerous acclaimed TV series. [bio]

• 1947 Harry Reems

  Harry Reems was an American pornographic actor best known for his role in the landmark adult film 'Deep Throat' (1972). He became one of the most recognized and controversial figures in the adult film industry during the 1970s, and his legal battles brought attention to issues of freedom of expression in the United States. [bio]

• 1952 Paul Reubens

  Paul Reubens was an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer best known for creating and portraying the iconic character Pee-wee Herman. With a vibrant career in television, film, and stage, Reubens became a significant figure in American pop culture, particularly throughout the 1980s and early 1990s. [bio]

• 1953 Peter Stormare

  Peter Stormare is a Swedish actor, director, playwright, and musician, internationally recognized for his distinctive presence in film and television, especially for his roles as complex villains and character actors. [bio]

• 1969 Reece Shearsmith

  Reece Shearsmith is an English actor, writer, and comedian, best known as a member of the comedy team The League of Gentlemen and for his work on dark comedic series such as 'Psychoville' and 'Inside No. 9.' [bio]

• 1979 Aaron Paul

  Aaron Paul is an American actor best known for his award-winning role as Jesse Pinkman in the critically acclaimed television series 'Breaking Bad.' He has garnered widespread recognition for his performances in both television and film, earning multiple Emmy Awards and critical praise for his work. [bio]

• 1981 Patrick Adams

  Patrick J. Adams is a Canadian actor best known for his role as Mike Ross in the USA Network legal drama series 'Suits'. He has also appeared in a number of television shows and films throughout his career, gaining recognition for his versatile performances. [bio]

• 1994 Ellar Coltrane

  Ellar Coltrane is an American actor best known for playing the lead role of Mason Evans Jr. in Richard Linklater's groundbreaking film 'Boyhood,' which was filmed over 12 years and released in 2014. [bio]