Actors born on July 1

Take a focused look at the actors born on July 1. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1920 Harold Sakata

  Harold Sakata was a Japanese-American actor, professional wrestler, and Olympic weightlifter best known for his role as Oddjob in the James Bond film 'Goldfinger.' [bio]

• 1925 Farley Granger

  Farley Granger was an American actor best known for his roles in classic Alfred Hitchcock films such as 'Rope' (1948) and 'Strangers on a Train' (1951). Renowned for his good looks and emotional performances, Granger was a significant figure in Hollywood during the late 1940s and 1950s. [bio]

• 1934 Jamie Farr

  Jamie Farr is an American actor and comedian best known for his role as Corporal (later Sergeant) Maxwell Q. Klinger on the television sitcom 'M*A*S*H.' His portrayal of Klinger, a Lebanese-American who wore women's clothes in an attempt to be discharged from the Korean War, became one of the show's most beloved and distinctive characters. [bio]

• 1935 David Prowse

  David Prowse was an English bodybuilder, weightlifter, and actor, best known for physically portraying Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy. Although his face never appeared on screen as Vader (the character was voiced by James Earl Jones), Prowse's imposing stature was instrumental in bringing the iconic villain to life. [bio]

• 1956 Alan Ruck

  Alan Ruck is an American actor best known for his roles in the film "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" and the television series "Spin City" and "Succession." He has built a diverse career in film, television, and stage since the 1980s. [bio]

• 1959 Vincent D'Onofrio

  Vincent D'Onofrio is an acclaimed American actor, producer, and director, best known for his versatility and intense character portrayals across film and television. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Private Leonard 'Gomer Pyle' Lawrence in 'Full Metal Jacket' and as Detective Robert Goren in 'Law & Order: Criminal Intent.' [bio]

• 1962 Andre Braugher

  Andre Braugher was an acclaimed American actor best known for his roles in television and film. He gained widespread recognition for his performances as Detective Frank Pembleton in 'Homicide: Life on the Street' and Captain Raymond Holt in 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine'. [bio]

• 1968 Jordi Mollà

  Jordi Mollà is a Spanish actor, director, and writer, known for his roles in Spanish cinema as well as in international productions, particularly for his performances in films such as 'Bad Boys II,' 'Blow,' and 'Elizabeth: The Golden Age.' Mollà is recognized for his versatility and charismatic presence on screen. [bio]

• 1970 Henry Simmons

  Henry Simmons is an American actor best known for his role as Detective Baldwin Jones on the ABC police drama 'NYPD Blue' and as Alphonso 'Mack' Mackenzie on Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' [bio]