Actors born on September 17
Take a focused look at the actors born on September 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.
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1928 Roddy McDowallRoddy McDowall was a British-American actor, photographer, and director renowned for his work as a child actor in Britain and his later successful Hollywood career. He is recognized for his versatility in both film and television, as well as his iconic roles in the 'Planet of the Apes' franchise. [bio]
1938 Paul BenedictPaul Benedict was an American actor and director, best known for his distinctive stage and screen roles, particularly as Harry Bentley, the English neighbor on the television sitcom 'The Jeffersons.' [bio]
1948 John RitterJohn Ritter was an American actor and comedian best known for his role as Jack Tripper on the ABC sitcom 'Three's Company,' for which he won a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award. He had a prolific career in television, film, and voice acting until his untimely death in 2003. [bio]
1965 Kyle ChandlerKyle Chandler is an American actor best known for his starring roles in television series such as 'Friday Night Lights' and 'Early Edition.' He has also appeared in acclaimed films like 'Manchester by the Sea,' 'Argo,' and the 'Godzilla' franchise. [bio]
1967 Malik YobaMalik Yoba is an American actor best known for his starring role as NYPD Detective J.C. Williams on the Fox police drama series 'New York Undercover.' He has also appeared in films such as 'Cool Runnings,' and is recognized for his work in television, theater, and as an activist. [bio]
1969 Matthew SettleMatthew Settle is an American actor best known for his roles as Rufus Humphrey on the popular teen drama television series 'Gossip Girl' and as Captain Ronald Speirs on the acclaimed HBO miniseries 'Band of Brothers.' [bio]
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