Actors born on December 18

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

• 1917 Ossie Davis

  Ossie Davis was an acclaimed American actor, director, playwright, and civil rights activist, widely recognized for his influential work in theater, film, and television, as well as his advocacy for equality and social justice. [bio]

• 1938 Roger Mosley

  Roger Mosley was an American actor, director, and writer, best known for his role as helicopter pilot Theodore 'T.C.' Calvin on the hit television series 'Magnum, P.I.' He had a prolific career in film and television, spanning several decades. [bio]

• 1954 Ray Liotta

  Ray Liotta was an acclaimed American actor best known for his roles in crime dramas and thrillers, particularly his leading performance as Henry Hill in the classic film 'Goodfellas.' Over his four-decade career, Liotta became recognized for his intense screen presence, distinct voice, and versatility in both film and television. [bio]

• 1963 Brad Pitt

  Brad Pitt is an American actor and film producer known for his versatile roles, charismatic presence, and significant influence in the film industry. He gained widespread attention for his performance in 'Thelma & Louise' (1991) and became one of Hollywood's most prominent leading men, starring in acclaimed films such as 'Fight Club,' 'Seven,' 'Ocean's Eleven,' and 'Once Upon a Time … [bio]

• 1965 Shawn Christian

  Shawn Christian is an American television and film actor best known for his roles in daytime soaps such as 'Days of Our Lives' and 'As the World Turns', as well as on the primetime series 'Summerland.' [bio]

• 1972 Jason Mantzoukas

  Jason Mantzoukas is an American actor, comedian, writer, and podcaster best known for his improvisational comedy roles in television and film. He is widely recognized for his performances on shows such as 'The League', 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine', and 'The Good Place', as well as for his voice work on animated series like 'Big Mouth' and 'Invincible'. [bio]

• 1972 Julian Arahanga

  Julian Arahanga is a New Zealand actor, director, and producer best known internationally for his role as Apoc in 'The Matrix' and for his significant contributions to New Zealand film and television. [bio]

• 1978 Riteish Deshmukh

  Riteish Deshmukh is an Indian actor, producer, and film architect known for his work in Hindi and Marathi cinema. He has established himself as a prominent comedic and dramatic actor in Bollywood, with a career spanning over two decades. [bio]

• 1979 Lil Rel Howery

  Lil Rel Howery is an American actor and comedian best known for his breakout performance in the film 'Get Out' and his work in television comedy, particularly the sketch series 'The Carmichael Show' and his own sitcom 'Rel.' [bio]