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10 Famous People and Celebrities Named Anthony

The name Anthony is popular in different fields ranging from entertainment, sports, literature and music. Some of these figures have left an indelible mark in their path having made great contributions that made them stand out. Therefore, in this article, we are going to explore the 10 famous celebrities who are named Anthony so that the reader can appreciate the work and impact they have in their respective fields through their own unique talents and work. The article will also be a great way to discover the mark some of our celebrities have left when we look at their extraordinary achievements.

1 Anthony Hopkins

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The Welsh actor is one of the most critically acclaimed figures in the entertainment industry. He made a significant impact in the world of theatre and film with his work as an actor. The talented actor is famed for his role as Dr. Hannibal Lecter in The Silence of the Lamb which was a film about a serial killer released in 1991. His depiction of the killer is considered one of the most phenomenal performances in the history of film. Some of the films that he was featured in include The Father and The Remains of the Day. Over the course of his career, the actor’s talent has been recognized and he has been awarded many accolades like the Academy Awards, BAFTA Awards and the Emmy Awards.

2 Anthony Bourdain

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Bourdain was an accomplished author, chef and television personality who was in the limelight because of his adventurous approach to culture and food. He garnered the attention of the public through his love for cooking and immense curiosity about the world.

He rose to fame when he published his book titled Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly where he delved into how the restaurant industry is. He further went on and started his television series Anthony Bourdain No Reservations and Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown which exposed the audience to the culinary side as well as travel and culture. His work was admired and appreciated by many.

3 Anthony Joshua

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He is a British professional boxer who is well-known in the field of heavyweight boxing. The boxer is admired by his fans because of his ability to combine strength and agility as well as technical skill in his boxing thus easily defeating his opponents. Joshua has had a successful career in boxing having won a gold medal in the 2012 London Olympics. He also became the unified heavyweight world champion and thus clinched the IBF, WBO, IBO and WBA (super) titles. His success has made him a central figure in the heavyweight boxing world.

4 Anthony Macker

The American actor was born in September 1978 in New Orleans, Louisiana.  He has gained a huge following because of his incredible work in film and television. He catapulted into fame when he featured as Sergeant JT Sanborn in the film Hurt Locker, a role that earned him several awards.  Additionally, his role as Sam Wilson in Falcon made him an international figure. Some of the other films that he has appeared in include Avengers: Age of Ultron, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Captain America: Civil War, Avengers: Endgame and Ant-Man.

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5 Anthony Kiedis

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The American singer was the lead vocalist of the famous rock band Red Hot Chilli Peppers. The singer was the co-founder of the band which has earned global recognition because of the hits that they have been releasing since its inception. The rock artist combines funk, rap and rock elements into his compositions which results in unique sounds that attract listeners to them. The singer has also released an autobiographical book titled Scar Tissue which delves into his struggles and experiences as a rock star. The book earned him a large following as people felt that they could relate to his experiences.

6 Anthony Anderson

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The American actor and comedian is famed for his role in the comedy series Black-ish which has earned him several awards nominations including an Emmy Award. He first rose to fame when he landed a role as Detective Kevin Bernard in the television series Law and Order. The actor has appeared in several other films where his performance has been exceptional.  Some of them include Barbershop, The Departed and Kangaroo Jack.

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7 Anthony Rizzo

He is an American baseball player who plays in Major League Baseball. The player was born in August 1989, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Rizzo plays as a first baseman and is well-liked by his fans because of his consistent hitting, defensive skills and leadership qualities. He started his career in baseball by playing with the San Diego Padres before moving and joining the Chicago Cubs where he perfected his skill and contributed to the club’s win in the 2016 World Series. He is now playing for the New York Yankees where he is still making an impact in baseball.

8 Anthony Quinn

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He was a Mexican-American writer, painter and actor who had a successful career that spanned several decades. His work as Eufemio Zapata in Viva Zapata was phenomenal and he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. He also won the same award for his role in Lust for Life. The actor had several roles under his belt by the time he passed away and had become a central figure in the entertainment industry.

9 Anthony Scaramucci

The influential figure is popularly known as The Mooch. He is an American financier who came into the limelight when he worked at the White House as the Communication Director under Donald Trump’s leadership even though his appointment only lasted ten days before he was dismissed from the position.  The financier has a global investment firm known as SkyBridge Capital which majors in finance. The man is also a political commentator and thus has a very strong public presence.

10 Anthony Parker

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The retired French-American basketball player is famously known as Tony Parker. He is famous for his successful basketball career with the San Antonio Spurs. The sportsperson has been instrumental in the teams’ games, especially in the NBA championships in 2003,2005, 2007 and 2014. His ball-handling skills and speed made him a favourite among the fans.

Many Anthonys have made great contributions in the different fields that they have been involved in and therefore, this article is not exhaustive but can act as a starting point for the reader to explore the great things that people who are named Anthony have done in different industries.

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