Actors born on January 16

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

• 1878 Harry Carey

  Harry Carey was an influential American actor known for his work in silent films and early Hollywood Westerns, often collaborating with director John Ford. He appeared in over 250 films and was a key figure in shaping the Western genre in American cinema. [bio]

• 1907 Alexander Knox

  Alexander Knox was a Canadian actor and author best known for his role as President Woodrow Wilson in the film 'Wilson' (1944), which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. Knox had a prolific career in both Hollywood and British cinema, spanning several decades. [bio]

• 1942 Richard Bohringer

  Richard Bohringer is a French actor, singer, author, film director, screenwriter, and musician best known for his roles in French cinema, particularly during the 1980s and 1990s. He gained critical acclaim and recognition for his performances in films such as 'The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover' and 'Diva'. [bio]

• 1945 Kabir Bedi

  Kabir Bedi is an acclaimed Indian actor known internationally for his roles in film, television, and theatre. He has worked in three continents, starring in Bollywood, British, and Italian productions. Bedi is especially recognized in Europe for his leading role in the TV miniseries 'Sandokan.' [bio]

• 1957 Ricardo Darín

  Ricardo Darín is an acclaimed Argentine actor, director, and producer, recognized as one of the most prominent figures in contemporary Latin American cinema. He is particularly known for his roles in critically acclaimed films such as 'The Secret in Their Eyes,' 'Nine Queens,' and 'The Son of the Bride.' [bio]

• 1968 David Chokachi

  David Chokachi is an American actor best known for his roles on television series such as 'Baywatch' and 'Witchblade.' [bio]

• 1972 Dameon Clarke

  Dameon Clarke is a Canadian actor and voice actor, widely recognized for his work in anime, video games, and television. He is particularly known for voicing notable characters in the "Dragon Ball" and "Borderlands" franchises, as well as for his appearances in live-action television shows. [bio]

• 1978 Vijay Sethupathi

  Vijay Sethupathi is an acclaimed Indian actor, producer, and screenwriter, primarily known for his work in Tamil cinema. Renowned for his versatility and compelling performances, he has become one of the leading contemporary actors in South Indian films. [bio]

• 1979 Trent Ford

  Trent Ford is an English-American actor and model, best known for his roles in television series such as 'The West Wing,' 'Smallville,' and in films like 'How to Deal.' He has also worked as a model for notable brands. [bio]

• 1985 Sidharth Malhotra

  Sidharth Malhotra is an Indian actor and former model, best known for his work in Hindi cinema. He rose to fame with his acting debut in the 2012 film 'Student of the Year' and has since appeared in several commercially successful Bollywood films. [bio]