Leif Garrett, born Leif Per Nervik on November 8, 1961, in Hollywood, California, is an American actor, singer, and television personality. He gained fame in the 1970s as a teen idol, known for hits like I Was Made for Dancin’. Garrett’s early career included roles in films such as Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice and The Outsiders. Despite his success, he faced significant challenges, including drug abuse and legal troubles, which garnered extensive media attention throughout his life. Siblings Garrett has one sister named Dawn Lyn was born on January 17, 1963, also in Hollywood, California. Like her…
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Eden Brolin, born on November 30, 1994, in Los Angeles, is an American actress known for her roles as Charlie Singer in Beyond and Mia in Yellowstone. She is the daughter of actor Josh Brolin and Alice Adair. Eden’s career includes films like I Dream Too Much and Arkansas, along with television appearances in Code Black and Manson’s Lost Girls. Additionally, she is the lead singer of the band Atta Boy and married Cameron Crosby in 2022. Siblings Eden has one sibling, an older brother named Trevor Brolin, who was born in 1988. Like his sister and father, Trevor is…
Francis Ford Coppola, born on April 7, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan, is a renowned American film director, producer and screenwriter. He is a pivotal figure in the New Hollywood film movement, celebrated for classics such as The Godfather, The Conversation and Apocalypse Now. Coppola has won five Academy Awards and numerous other accolades, solidifying his status as one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. His influence extends beyond filmmaking, as he also owns a winery and lifestyle brand, reflecting his diverse interests and talents. Siblings Francis has two siblings, an older brother, August Coppola, who was an author and…
Jeff Daniels, born February 19, 1955, in Athens, Georgia, is an acclaimed American actor known for his versatility in both comedy and drama. He gained fame through films like Dumb and Dumber, The Squid and the Whale and The Martian. Daniels has won two Primetime Emmy Awards and received multiple Golden Globe nominations. He starred in HBO’s The Newsroom and founded the Purple Rose Theatre Company in Michigan. Siblings Jeff has two siblings, a brother named John Daniels and a sister named Susan Daniels. While John is less known in the public eye, both siblings have played significant roles in…
Thomas J. Pelphrey, born July 28, 1982, in Howell, New Jersey, is an acclaimed American actor known for his roles in soap operas and television dramas. He gained fame as Jonathan Randall on Guiding Light, earning two Daytime Emmy Awards. Pelphrey has appeared in notable series such as As the World Turns, Banshee, Iron Fist and Ozark, where he received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor. He also starred in the films Mank and American Murderer and has a background in theater, including Broadway productions like End of the Rainbow and Fool for Love. Siblings Tom has one brother…
Peter Dinklage, born on June 11, 1969, in Morristown, New Jersey, is an acclaimed American actor best known for his role as Tyrion Lannister in HBO’s Game of Thrones, for which he won four Primetime Emmy Awards. Dinklage, who has achondroplasia, stands 4 ft 5 in tall. He gained recognition with his breakthrough film The Station Agent and has appeared in numerous films, including Elf and X-Men: Days of Future Past. Dinklage is also a theater actor, having performed in productions like Cyrano de Bergerac. Siblings Peter has one older brother, Jonathan Dinklage, who is a professional violinist and concertmaster.…
Maria Menounos is an American television presenter, actress and producer. She has hosted popular shows like Extra and E! News, and has worked as a correspondent for Today, Access Hollywood and Eurovision Song Contest 2006. Menounos was born in 1978 in Medford, Massachusetts to Greek immigrant parents. She began her career in entertainment as a beauty pageant contestant, winning Miss Massachusetts Teen USA in 1996. Some of Menounos’ notable acting credits include roles in the film Fantastic Four and TV shows like One on One, Entourage, and The Boys. She has also produced several independent films. In addition to her…
Dana Ruth Bash, born June 15, 1971, is a prominent American journalist and news anchor. She is currently the host of Inside Politics and co-anchor of State of the Union on CNN. Bash graduated cum laude from George Washington University with a degree in political communications and began her career at CNN as a producer. She has moderated significant political debates and is recognized for her impactful coverage of U.S. politics. Bash was previously married to Jeremy Bash and John King, with whom she has one son. Siblings Dana has one sibling, a younger brother named David Schwartz. Not much…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is an American politician, environmental lawyer and anti-vaccine activist who is running as an independent candidate in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. He is the son of former U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy and the nephew of former U.S. President John F. Kennedy. Kennedy has a long history of environmental advocacy, founding the Waterkeeper Alliance and serving as its chairman and attorney. He has won numerous legal victories in environmental battles across Latin America, Canada, and the U.S. Kennedy is also an author, with two New York Times bestsellers, Crimes Against Nature and The Real…
Janelle Monáe Robinson, born December 1, 1985, in Kansas City, Kansas, is an acclaimed American singer, songwriter, rapper and actress. She has received ten Grammy nominations and won a Screen Actors Guild Award and a Children’s and Family Emmy Award. Monáe’s debut album, The ArchAndroid, was a critical success, followed by The Electric Lady and Dirty Computer, the latter winning numerous accolades. In addition to her music career, she has starred in films like Moonlight and Hidden Figures and is known for her distinctive style and artistic vision. Siblings Janelle has one sister named Kimmy. Although there is limited public…
Alexandra Elaine Fedotowsky-Manno, born on September 16, 1984, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, is an American television personality known for her roles on ABC’s The Bachelor and The Bachelorette. She gained fame as the Bachelorette in 2010, where she became engaged to Roberto Martinez. Fedotowsky later transitioned to a career in media, hosting shows like NBC’s 1st Look and working as a correspondent for E! News. She married Kevin Manno in 2017 and has two children, Molly and Riley. She is also a social media influencer and fashion blogger. Siblings Ali has two siblings, one of whom is her half-sister, Tonya. Ali…
Kyle Egan Richards Umansky, born January 11, 1969, is an American actress and television personality, best known for her role on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills since 2010. A former child actress, she appeared in Little House on the Prairie and the Halloween franchise. Recently, Richards has been in the news for her separation from husband Mauricio Umansky after 27 years of marriage, following his public display of affection with another woman in Greece. She has four daughters and continues to evolve both personally and professionally. Siblings Kyle has two siblings, Kathy Hilton, her older half-sister born in 1959…
A’ja Wilson, born August 8, 1996, is an American professional basketball player for the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA. A standout at the University of South Carolina, she led the Gamecocks to their first NCAA Championship in 2017 and was named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player. Drafted first overall in 2018, she won her first WNBA MVP in 2020 and has since secured two WNBA titles (2022, 2023) and an Olympic gold medal. Off the court, Wilson is a best-selling author and entrepreneur, launching multiple business ventures, including a signature sneaker with Nike. Siblings A’ja has one older brother…
Mauricio Umansky is a Mexican-American real estate agent, businessman and television personality. He is the co-founder and CEO of The Agency, a real estate firm he launched in 2011. Umansky has appeared on several reality shows, including The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip and Buying Beverly Hills, which premiered on Netflix in 2022 and follows Umansky and his staff at The Agency. He was raised in Mexico City and moved to Los Angeles at a young age. Umansky has been married to actress and television personality Kyle Richards since 1996, and they have three…
Porsha Dyanne Williams, born on June 22, 1981, in Atlanta, Georgia, is an American television personality, singer, actress and activist. She gained fame on The Real Housewives of Atlanta from 2012 to 2021 and returned in 2024. Williams has also co-hosted Dish Nation and starred in her own spin-off, Porsha’s Family Matters. She released her debut single Flatline in 2014 and published a memoir, The Pursuit of Porsha, in 2021. Recently, Williams filed for divorce from Simon Guobadia after 15 months of marriage. Siblings Porsha has three siblings. Hosea Williams III is the eldest sibling of Porsha Williams and carries…