Famous people and celebrities born on October 4

Welcome to our celebration of remarkable individuals born on October 4! On this day, we recognize the birth of various influential celebrities who have left their mark on the world. From acclaimed actors and musicians to groundbreaking athletes and leaders, explore the lives and achievements of those who share this special birthday. Join us in honoring these stars and discovering the impact they've made across diverse fields.

• 1626 Richard Cromwell

  Oliver cromwell was a british politician, and he is the son of a prominent family. he tried to carry on the same public policies after his father's death but was unable to do so due to his father's inabilities. due to charles ii's resonance, he was forced to resign may 1659.

• 1800 George Bancroft

  George bancroft was an american historian known for being the father of american history and for his work in promoting the study of history in the united states.

• 1923 Charlton Heston

  Iconic Hollywood actor known for epic roles in classic films like 'Ben-Hur' and 'The Ten Commandments'. He was a prominent figure in cinema and also a notable political activist. Heston won an Academy Award and served as president of the National Rifle Association.

• 1925 Gore Vidal

  Renowned American novelist, essayist, and public intellectual known for his sharp wit and provocative social commentary. He was a significant literary figure of the 20th century who wrote extensively on politics, history, and culture.

• 1930 Kate Reid

  Kate Reid was a notable Canadian actress known for her stage and screen performances, particularly in theater and television productions.

• 1933 German Moreno

  Prominent Filipino television personality known for his significant contributions to entertainment as a host, actor, comedian, and influential talent manager who shaped the Philippine showbiz industry.

• 1935 Charles Duke

  NASA astronaut who was the tenth person to walk on the moon during the Apollo 16 mission in 1972.

• 1937 Jackie Collins

  Renowned English-American author and actress known for her bestselling novels, who passed away in 2015.

• 1941 Anne Rice

  Renowned American novelist best known for her gothic and vampire fiction, particularly 'Interview with the Vampire'. She was a prolific writer who explored themes of supernatural and sensual storytelling.

• 1944 Rocío Dúrcal

  Renowned Spanish singer and actress who was a prominent figure in Latin American music, known for her romantic ballads and successful career spanning several decades.

• 1946 Susan Sarandon

  Acclaimed American actress known for her powerful performances in films like 'Thelma & Louise' and 'Dead Man Walking', for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress in 1996.

• 1947 Julien Clerc

  Renowned French singer-songwriter with a significant career in chanson and pop music, known for his artistic and emotional performances.

• 1949 Armand Assante

  Armand Assante is an acclaimed American actor known for his powerful performances in films like 'The Mambo Kings' and critically acclaimed roles in crime dramas.

• 1956 Christoph Waltz

  Christoph Waltz is an acclaimed Austrian-German actor who won two Academy Awards for his remarkable performances in Quentin Tarantino's films. He is particularly renowned for his captivating roles in 'Inglourious Basterds' and 'Django Unchained', where he portrayed complex and memorable characters.

• 1957 Bill Fagerbakke

  Bill Fagerbakke is an American actor best known for voicing Patrick Star in the popular animated series SpongeBob SquarePants, which has been a cultural phenomenon since its debut in 1999.

• 1958 Wendy Makkena

  Versatile American actress and dancer with extensive experience in comedy, film, and theater. She performed with NY City Ballet before transitioning to acting, appearing in notable films like 'Sister Act' and TV series such as 'NYPD Blue'.

• 1958 Ned Luke

  Voice actor and motion capture performer best known for portraying Michael De Santa in the highly popular video game 'Grand Theft Auto V'.

• 1962 Jon Secada

  Grammy Award-winning Cuban-American pop and Latin pop singer known for hit songs like 'Just Another Day' and 'Angel'.

• 1967 Liev Schreiber

  Acclaimed American actor known for his versatile stage and screen performances, winning a Tony Award for his role in Glengarry Glen Ross and starring in notable independent films like The Painted Veil.

• 1969 Abraham Benrubi

  American actor known for roles in television series like ER and Parker Lewis Can't Lose.

• 1969 Gwen Stefani

  Iconic pop singer, lead vocalist of No Doubt, and successful solo artist known for hits like 'Hollaback Girl'.

• 1974 Paco León

  Spanish actor, director, and screenwriter known for his versatile work in film and television, particularly in comedy genres.

• 1976 Alicia Silverstone

  American actress known for her role in 'Clueless' and as Batgirl in 'Batman and Robin', she is also an activist and author with a strong vegan advocacy.

• 1979 Caitriona Balfe

  Caitriona Balfe is an acclaimed Irish actress who gained international recognition for her lead role as Claire Fraser in the popular historical drama series 'Outlander'.

• 1979 Rachael Leigh Cook

  Rachael Leigh Cook is an American actress best known for her breakthrough role in the teen romantic comedy 'She's All That' and the cult film 'Josie and the Pussycats'.

• 1979 Sputnik 1

  Sputnik 1 was the first artificial satellite launched by the Soviet Union on October 4, 1957, marking the beginning of the space age and sparking the Space Race.

• 1981 Zlatan Ibrahimovic

  Zlatan Ibrahimovic is a legendary Swedish soccer striker known for his extraordinary technical skills, acrobatic goals, and larger-than-life personality. He has played for top European clubs like Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Manchester United, becoming one of the most iconic forwards of his generation.

• 1988 Melissa Benoist

  American actress best known for her role as Supergirl in the CW television series and for her work in the musical Glee.

• 1989 Dakota Johnson

  Dakota Johnson is an American actress and model, famous for her leading role in the Fifty Shades film series. She comes from a prominent Hollywood family, being the daughter of actors Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith.

• 1993 Aidan Mitchell

  American actor known for his role as a cross-dressing son in the FX television series 'The Riches', which aired from 2007 to 2008 and starred Eddie Izzard and Minnie Driver.