Actors born on August 28

Take a focused look at the actors born on August 28. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1925 Donald O'Connor

  Donald O'Connor was an American dancer, singer, and actor best known for his energetic performances in classic Hollywood musicals, notably 'Singin' in the Rain.' [bio]

• 1930 Windsor Davies

  Windsor Davies was a Welsh actor best known for his role as Battery Sergeant Major Williams in the British sitcom 'It Ain't Half Hot Mum'. Renowned for his comic timing and distinctive booming voice, Davies enjoyed a career spanning television, film, and theatre. [bio]

• 1940 Ken Jenkins

  Ken Jenkins is an American actor known for his extensive work in television, film, and theatre. He is best recognized for playing Dr. Bob Kelso on the hit medical comedy series 'Scrubs.' [bio]

• 1943 David Soul

  David Soul is an American-British actor and singer best known for his role as Detective Kenneth 'Hutch' Hutchinson in the television series 'Starsky & Hutch.' He also achieved success as a singer, with international hits such as 'Don’t Give Up on Us.' [bio]

• 1956 Luis Guzmán

  Luis Guzmán is a Puerto Rican actor known for his versatile roles in film and television, often portraying tough but comical or sympathetic characters. [bio]

• 1957 Daniel Stern

  Daniel Stern is an American actor, comedian, director, and narrator best known for his roles in films such as 'Home Alone,' 'City Slickers,' and for narrating the TV series 'The Wonder Years.' [bio]

• 1959 John Allen Nelson

  John Allen Nelson is an American actor and screenwriter best known for his roles in popular television series such as 'Baywatch,' '24,' and 'Sheena.' Over his multi-decade career, Nelson has contributed to both television and film, earning recognition for his distinctive performances. [bio]

• 1959 Brian Thompson

  Brian Thompson is an American actor known for his distinctive looks and roles as tough characters in film and television, often cast as villains. He has appeared in a variety of genres, including action, science fiction, and comedy. [bio]

• 1961 Deepak Tijori

  Deepak Tijori is an Indian actor, film director, and producer, best known for his supporting roles in Bollywood films during the 1990s and later for directing a number of movies. He gained recognition through his performances in popular movies such as 'Aashiqui' and 'Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar', and later transitioned into film direction. [bio]

• 1968 Billy Boyd

  Billy Boyd is a Scottish actor and musician best known for his role as Peregrin 'Pippin' Took in the acclaimed 'The Lord of the Rings' film trilogy. He has appeared in a variety of film, television, and stage performances and is also recognized as the lead vocalist of the band Beecake. [bio]

• 1969 Jack Black

  Jack Black is an American actor, comedian, and musician best known for his energetic comedic performances in films such as 'School of Rock', 'Kung Fu Panda', and as the lead vocalist of the comedy rock duo Tenacious D. [bio]

• 1969 Jason Priestley

  Jason Priestley is a Canadian-American actor and director, best known for his role as Brandon Walsh on the television series 'Beverly Hills, 90210.' He has enjoyed a successful career in television as both an actor and director. [bio]

• 1977 Adam Rayner

  Adam Rayner is an English actor best known for his work in television drama series. He has starred in a variety of British and American TV shows, building a reputation for versatility and strong on-screen presence. [bio]

• 1983 Alfonso Herrera

  Alfonso Herrera is a Mexican actor and former singer, best known for his roles in the telenovela 'Rebelde', the internationally successful pop group RBD, and critically acclaimed TV series such as 'Sense8' and 'Ozark.' [bio]

• 1986 Armie Hammer

  Armie Hammer is an American actor best known for his roles in 'The Social Network,' where he portrayed the Winklevoss twins, and in 'Call Me by Your Name,' for which he received critical acclaim. He has also starred in films such as 'The Lone Ranger' and 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E.' However, Hammer's career has been affected by multiple controversies and … [bio]