Actors born on June 28

Take a focused look at the actors born on June 28. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1926 Mel Brooks

  Mel Brooks is an American actor, comedian, filmmaker, and composer, renowned for his influential work in comedy and cinema. He is best known for creating and directing classic parody films such as 'The Producers,' 'Blazing Saddles,' and 'Young Frankenstein,' as well as for his success on Broadway with 'The Producers.' Brooks is one of the few entertainers to have won … [bio]

• 1932 Pat Morita

  Pat Morita was a Japanese-American actor and comedian best known for his role as Mr. Miyagi in 'The Karate Kid' film series, for which he received an Academy Award nomination. His career spanned several decades in both television and film, making him one of the most recognized Asian American actors in Hollywood. [bio]

• 1935 John Inman

  John Inman was an English actor and comedian best known for his role as Mr. Humphries in the British sitcom 'Are You Being Served?'. Renowned for his comedic timing and camp persona, Inman's performance made him a household name in the UK during the 1970s and 1980s. [bio]

• 1951 Jerry Calà

  Jerry Calà is an Italian actor, director, screenwriter, and comedian, best known for his roles in numerous Italian comedies during the 1980s and 1990s. He is recognized for his charismatic presence and comedic style, contributing significantly to Italian popular culture. [bio]

• 1966 John Cusack

  John Cusack is an American actor, producer, and screenwriter known for his roles in a variety of acclaimed films, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, including 'Say Anything...', 'Grosse Pointe Blank', and 'High Fidelity.' His charismatic and often idiosyncratic style has earned him a devoted fan base and recognition as a prominent figure in independent and mainstream Hollywood cinema. [bio]

• 1967 Gil Bellows

  Gil Bellows is a Canadian actor, screenwriter, and director best known for his roles in "The Shawshank Redemption," the television series "Ally McBeal," and "Patriot." He has built a versatile career in film and television, earning recognition for his memorable performances. [bio]

• 1970 Steve Burton

  Steve Burton is an American actor best known for his long-running role as Jason Morgan on the daytime soap opera 'General Hospital'. With a career spanning over three decades, he has also appeared in other television series and voiced characters in video games. [bio]

• 1972 Alessandro Nivola

  Alessandro Nivola is an American actor and producer known for his versatile roles in both film and television. He has appeared in a variety of genres, gaining recognition for performances in 'Face/Off,' 'Jurassic Park III,' 'Disobedience,' and 'The Many Saints of Newark.' [bio]