Actors born on September 6

Take a focused look at the actors born on September 6. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1958 Michael Winslow

  Michael Winslow is an American actor, comedian, and beatboxer, best known for his ability to produce realistic sound effects using only his voice. He gained widespread fame for his role as Larvell Jones in the 'Police Academy' film series. [bio]

• 1972 Idris Elba

  Idris Elba is an acclaimed British actor, producer, and musician, best known for his roles in television series such as 'The Wire' and 'Luther,' as well as high-profile films including 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom,' 'Pacific Rim,' and as Heimdall in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. [bio]

• 1978 Mathew Horne

  Mathew Horne is an English actor, comedian, and television presenter, best known for his role as Gavin Shipman in the BBC sitcom 'Gavin & Stacey'. He has also appeared in comedy shows such as 'The Catherine Tate Show' and 'Bad Education'. [bio]