Actors born on July 3

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

• 1906 George Sanders

  George Sanders was a British actor, singer-songwriter, music composer, and author, best known for his sophisticated and often villainous roles in classic films such as 'All About Eve,' 'Rebecca,' and 'The Picture of Dorian Gray.' [bio]

• 1912 Folco Lulli

  Folco Lulli was an Italian actor known for his strong screen presence in European cinema, particularly during the mid-20th century. He appeared in numerous films, often portraying working-class or rugged characters. [bio]

• 1942 Kurtwood Smith

  Kurtwood Smith is an American actor, best known for his roles as Clarence Boddicker in the film 'RoboCop' and as Red Forman in the television sitcom 'That '70s Show.' His career spans film, television, and voice acting, with notable performances in science fiction and drama. [bio]

• 1962 Tom Cruise

  Tom Cruise is an acclaimed American actor and producer widely recognized for his roles in blockbuster films such as 'Top Gun', 'Mission: Impossible', and 'Jerry Maguire'. He became a leading star in the 1980s and 1990s and is among the highest-paid and most recognizable actors worldwide. Noted for his intense acting style, Cruise is also well-known for performing many of … [bio]

• 1962 Thomas Gibson

  Thomas Gibson is an American actor and director, best known for his roles on television series such as 'Dharma & Greg' and 'Criminal Minds.' [bio]

• 1965 Tommy Flanagan

  Tommy Flanagan is a Scottish actor best known for his role as Filip 'Chibs' Telford in the television series 'Sons of Anarchy.' He has also appeared in several notable films, including 'Braveheart,' 'Gladiator,' and 'Sin City.' Flanagan is recognized for his distinctive facial scars, which are the result of a real-life altercation in Glasgow. [bio]

• 1969 Gedeon Burkhard

  Gedeon Burkhard is a prominent German actor recognized for his roles in the television series 'Kommissar Rex' and Quentin Tarantino's film...

• 1973 Patrick Wilson

  Patrick Wilson is an American actor, singer, and director, widely recognized for his work in film, television, and musical theater. He is particularly known for roles in the 'Insidious' and 'The Conjuring' film franchises, as well as for his performances on Broadway. [bio]

• 1978 Ian Anthony Dale

  Ian Anthony Dale is an American actor best known for his roles in popular television series such as 'Hawaii Five-0', where he played Adam Noshimuri, and in 'The Event', 'Murder in the First', and '24'. [bio]