Actors born on January 3

Take a focused look at the actors born on January 3. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1907 Ray Milland

  Ray Milland was a Welsh actor and film director, best known for his Oscar-winning performance in 'The Lost Weekend' (1945). His career spanned decades, making him one of classic Hollywood's most respected leading men and a memorable figure in the Golden Age of cinema. [bio]

• 1922 Bill Travers

  Bill Travers was a British actor, director, producer, and screenwriter best known for his starring role in the film 'Born Free' and for his long-term activism for animal welfare. [bio]

• 1930 Robert Loggia

  Robert Loggia was an American actor and director renowned for his gravelly voice and commanding screen presence. Over a career spanning more than six decades, he appeared in numerous prominent films and television series, earning acclaim for both character and leading roles. [bio]

• 1932 Dabney Coleman

  Dabney Coleman is an American actor best known for his roles in film and television, particularly playing comedic or villainous supporting characters in productions such as '9 to 5' and 'Tootsie'. He has had a prolific career spanning six decades and is recognized for his wry, sarcastic delivery and distinctive mustache. [bio]

• 1942 John Thaw

  John Thaw was an acclaimed English actor, best known for his iconic roles in television dramas such as 'Inspector Morse', 'The Sweeney', and 'Kavanagh QC'. His performances made him a household name in the UK and garnered international recognition. [bio]

• 1956 Mel Gibson

  Mel Gibson is an American-born Australian actor, film director, producer, and screenwriter, best known for his leading roles in the 'Mad Max' and 'Lethal Weapon' film series, as well as for directing and producing the Academy Award-winning movie 'Braveheart.' [bio]

• 1975 Jason Marsden

  Jason Marsden is an American actor, voice actor, director, and producer best known for his roles in various television shows and animated series. He is especially recognized for voicing Max Goof in Disney’s 'A Goofy Movie' and for roles in series like 'Full House', 'Boy Meets World', and 'The Fairly OddParents'. [bio]