Actors born on December 31

Take a focused look at the actors born on December 31. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1937 Anthony Hopkins

  Sir Anthony Hopkins is a Welsh actor, director, and producer widely recognized as one of the greatest actors of his generation. He is acclaimed for his versatile film, stage, and television roles, winning multiple awards including two Academy Awards for Best Actor. [bio]

• 1943 Ben Kingsley

  Ben Kingsley is an acclaimed British actor best known for his Academy Award-winning performance as Mahatma Gandhi in the film "Gandhi" (1982). With a career spanning over five decades, Kingsley is celebrated for his versatility across film, television, and stage. [bio]

• 1947 Tim Matheson

  Tim Matheson is an American actor and director, best known for his role as Eric 'Otter' Stratton in the comedy film 'National Lampoon's Animal House' and for portraying Vice President John Hoynes on the TV series 'The West Wing'. His career spans over six decades, including notable work in both film and television. [bio]

• 1948 Joe Dallesandro

  Joe Dallesandro is an American actor, model, and underground film icon, best known for his collaborations with Andy Warhol and Paul Morrissey in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Renowned for his work in avant-garde and independent cinema, he became a prominent sex symbol of the era and a significant figure in LGBTQ culture. [bio]

• 1953 James Remar

  James Remar is an American actor best known for his versatile roles in both film and television, including notable performances in 'The Warriors,' '48 Hrs.,' and the TV series 'Dexter.' [bio]

• 1959 Val Kilmer

  Val Kilmer is an American actor best known for his roles in blockbuster films of the 1980s and 1990s, including 'Top Gun', 'The Doors', and 'Batman Forever'. [bio]

• 1966 Bruce Ramsay

  Bruce Ramsay is a Canadian actor, producer, writer, and director, best known for his performances in film, television, and stage productions. Active since the late 1980s, he has appeared in numerous notable works and is recognized for both his versatility and character-driven roles. [bio]

• 1976 Steve Byers

  Steve Byers is a Canadian actor best known for his roles in television series such as 'Falcon Beach' and 'Smallville', as well as feature films like 'Gridiron Gang'. He has built a reputation within Canadian television and international projects. [bio]