Actors born on February 16

Take a focused look at the actors born on February 16. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1901 Chester Morris

  Chester Morris was an American actor known for his roles in film, television, and stage during the early to mid-20th century, particularly as the star of the 'Boston Blackie' detective film series. [bio]

• 1903 Edgar Bergen

  Edgar Bergen was an American ventriloquist, actor, and radio performer, best known for his ventriloquist characters Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd. He gained national fame through his appearances on radio, television, and in films, becoming one of the best-known entertainers of his era. [bio]

• 1909 Hugh Beaumont

  Hugh Beaumont was an American actor and television director best known for his role as Ward Cleaver, the father figure on the classic television series 'Leave It to Beaver.' [bio]

• 1945 Jeremy Bulloch

  Jeremy Bulloch was a British actor best known for portraying the bounty hunter Boba Fett in the original Star Wars trilogy. [bio]

• 1951 William Katt

  William Katt is an American actor and musician best known for his role as Ralph Hinkley in the television series 'The Greatest American Hero' and for playing Tommy Ross in the movie 'Carrie' (1976). [bio]

• 1957 LeVar Burton

  LeVar Burton is an American actor, director, and author, best known for his roles as Kunta Kinte in the landmark miniseries 'Roots', as Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge in 'Star Trek: The Next Generation', and as the longtime host of the children's educational program 'Reading Rainbow.' [bio]

• 1964 Christopher Eccleston

  Christopher Eccleston is an English actor best known for his television and film work, including his role as the Ninth Doctor in the long-running BBC series 'Doctor Who.' He is recognized for his intensity and versatility in both dramatic and genre roles. [bio]

• 1964 Faran Tahir

  Faran Tahir is a Pakistani-American actor known for his compelling roles in Hollywood films and television series. He has appeared in blockbuster movies such as 'Iron Man' and 'Star Trek' and is recognized for portraying strong, often authoritative characters. [bio]

• 1974 Mahershala Ali

  Mahershala Ali is an American actor and rapper best known for his award-winning performances in film and television, including his Academy Award-winning roles in 'Moonlight' and 'Green Book.' He is one of the few actors to have won two Oscars for Best Supporting Actor within a short span and is acclaimed for his versatility and depth of character portrayal. [bio]