Actors born on May 17

Take a focused look at the actors born on May 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1936 Dennis Hopper

  Dennis Hopper was an influential American actor, filmmaker, photographer, and artist, known for his intense performances and for directing and starring in the countercultural classic 'Easy Rider'. He had a dynamic and eclectic career in Hollywood, marked by both critical acclaim and periodic controversy. [bio]

• 1955 Bill Paxton

  Bill Paxton was an American actor and filmmaker best known for his roles in blockbuster films such as 'Aliens' (1986), 'Twister' (1996), and 'Titanic' (1997), as well as the HBO series 'Big Love.' He built a versatile career in both action-packed and dramatic roles across film and television. [bio]

• 1958 Paul Whitehouse

  Paul Whitehouse is a Welsh actor, comedian, and writer best known for his sketch comedy work on BBC shows such as 'The Fast Show' and collaborations with Harry Enfield. Whitehouse has been recognized for his ability to portray a wide range of comic characters and has received multiple awards for his contributions to British television comedy. [bio]

• 1964 David Eigenberg

  David Eigenberg is an American actor best known for his roles as Steve Brady on the HBO series 'Sex and the City' and as Christopher Herrmann on the NBC drama 'Chicago Fire.' [bio]

• 1966 Hill Harper

  Hill Harper is an American actor and author best known for his roles in the television series 'CSI: NY' and 'The Good Doctor'. In addition to his acting career, he is also a noted author and activist. [bio]

• 1967 Cameron Bancroft

  Cameron Bancroft is a Canadian actor best known for his roles in television series such as "Beverly Hills, 90210" and "Code Name: Eternity." He has built a career with a variety of appearances in both Canadian and American film and television. [bio]

• 1989 Ross Butler

  Ross Butler is an American actor known for his roles in popular teen dramas and Netflix series. [bio]