Famous people and celebrities born in 1956

We celebrate the remarkable individuals born in 1956. This year gave rise to a new generation of talent, including actors, musicians, athletes, politicians and more who have significantly impacted our world. Dive into the stories of these famous personalities, explore their journeys, and see how they've shaped culture and society since their birth year. Join us as we take a nostalgic trip back to 1956 and honor the stars who continue to shine brightly today.

• Jan. 3 Mel Gibson

  American-australian actor, whose irish-catholic parents moved to australia when he turned 12. he was the sixth of 10 children. his irish catholic family produced 50 nephews and nieces. at the age of 18, he attended the school of dramatic arts and started his film career in "summer city" at twenty-one. the following year, he made "mad max", then "tim", which …

• Jan. 20 Bill Maher

  American comedian, host of humorous tv shows "politically incorrect", (1997) and "aeuroereal time with bill maheraeur" (2003). in january 1995, he won the cable ace award for best cable talk show host.

• Jan. 21 Geena Davis

  American actress. six-foot tall, she won an oscar for her role as "accidental tourist" in 1989. she was also nominated for an oscar for "thelma and louie" in 1991. she is a mensa member and a former fashion model. she graduated from boston university and was a senior-year exchange student in sweden, where she met her first significant other. she …

• Feb. 12 Arsenio Hall

  American comedian, hip black comedian with a stylish outfit. he started his career as a late-night tv host in january 1989. he previously starred alongside eddie murphy in "coming to america" 1988 and "harlem nights" 1989.

• March 7 Bryan Cranston

  He was an american screenwriter, actor, producer, and film director. he received four emmy awards in august 2014. he is well-known for his roles on the tv series "malcolm", and "breaking bad".

• March 17 Patti Hansen

  Patti hansen is an american model and actress known for her work in the fashion industry and her marriage to rolling stones guitarist keith richards.

• April 3 Miguel Bosé

  Spanish/italian actor and musician, born in panama as the child of lucia bosa", an italian actress (real name lucia borloni), and luis miguel dominguan, a bullfighter (real name luis miguel gonza!lez lucas).

• April 18 Eric Roberts

  Eric roberts is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as the dark knight and runaway train.

• May 1 Catherine Frot

  French film and theatre actress, the daughter of an engineer. she was co-founder of la compagnie du chapeau rouge and began her career in 1980 with the film "mon oncle d'ama(c).rique". she won the cesar award in 1996 for best actress in a supporting part for "un air de famille", directed by cedric klausisch. she was also nominated for the …

• May 17 Sugar Ray Leonard

  Sugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion. he is known for his speed, agility, and charismatic personality both inside and outside the ring.

• May 17 Bob Saget

  Bob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of america's funniest home videos.

• June 9 Patricia Cornwell

  American journalist and author

• June 24 Joe Penny

  British-american tv and film actor. joe, the son of a usaf veteran, was born in england and raised until he was seven years old when his parents moved to georgia. they later divorced. joe didn't see his father again until he turned 22. after that, they became fishing friends. his mom and he moved to florida, texas, and mississippi, before …

• June 25 Anthony Bourdain

  Anthony bourdain was an american chef, author, and television personality known for his culinary expertise and travel documentaries.

• June 26 Véronique Genest

  French actress and producer of film, she is best known as commissaire julie lescaut, a leading role in the french police drama "julie lescaut", which ran from 1992 until 2013.

• July 9 Tom Hanks

  American film producer and actor, he won an oscar for best actor for "philadelphia" on 3-21/1994. he also received a second oscar for "forest gump", a film which earned six awards. he is only the second actor to win the top prize twice in a row. the oscar acceptance speeches were touching and heartfelt for television viewers around the globe. …

• July 10 Alok Nath

  Indian politician and former actor who has served as a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party.

• July 11 Sela Ward

  Sela Ward is an actress known for her roles in TV series like 'Sisters' and 'CSI: NY'.

• July 18 Audrey Landers

  Audrey landers is an american actress, singer, and songwriter known for her role in the tv series 'dallas' and her music career.

• July 31 Ernie Dingo

  An actor and comedian from australia, he is a comic and actor of aboriginal origin. he has a remarkable career that spans television and film.

• Aug. 20 Joan Allen

  American actress who can play both lead and supporting roles on screen and stage.

• Aug. 21 Kim Cattrall

  Kim cattrall is an english-born actress known for her role as samantha jones in the tv series sex and the city.

• Sept. 16 David Copperfield

  American magician and natural-born performer, who is world famous for his spectacular productions of around 500 live performances per year as well as tv specials. he was ten years old when he began to carry tricks around. however, he was more interested in theater and stage than magic. he is a hard worker, perfectionist, and a workaholic. he is both …

• Sept. 26 Linda Hamilton

  Linda hamilton is a renowned american actress known for her iconic role as sarah connor in the terminator film series.

• Oct. 4 Christoph Waltz

  Christoph waltz is an austrian actor known for his captivating performances in quentin tarantino films, particularly for his roles in inglourious basterds and django unchained.

• Oct. 19 Sunny Deol

  Sunny deol is an indian actor known for his action-packed roles in bollywood films.

• Oct. 21 Carrie Fisher

  American actress, author and playwright, debbie reynolds is the daughter of eddie fisher and debbie reynolds, who are also noted family members. as her parents divorced at the age of two, she barely saw her father. she spent many years searching for her father, who was involved with his own drug- and alcohol addictions. both carrie and her brother todd …

• Nov. 20 Bo Derek

  American actress who earned $35,000 and gained a reputation for being the epitome beauty with her perfect 5'4" figure in "10". in just three months, one million posters were sold.

• Nov. 27 William Fichtner

  American actor. he has been in many notable tv and film series. he is best known for his roles in invasion's sheriff tom underlay, alexander mahone in prison break, and the lone ranger's butch cavendish.