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The Top 100 Most Famous Actors and Actresses in the World

Hollywood is home to some of the most talented and successful actors and actresses in the world. These stars have entertained us for generations with their incredible performances in movies, TV shows, and theater productions.

In this article, we will take a look at the top 100 famous actors and actresses of all time. We will explore their careers, their most memorable roles, and their contributions to the world of entertainment. So whether you are a fan of classic Hollywood movies or you are more interested in the latest trends, this article is for you.

Actors 

1. Dwayne Johnson

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is one of the most popular and successful actors in the world. He has starred in a wide range of films, from action blockbusters to comedies, and has consistently drawn in audiences. Johnson is known for his larger-than-life personality and his physical presence, but he is also a talented actor who can bring a lot of heart to his roles.

Most famous roles: Luke Hobbs in the Fast & Furious franchise, Drax the Destroyer in the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, and Black Adam in the DC Extended Universe

Awards: MTV Movie Award for Best Villain (2011), People’s Choice Award for Favorite Action Movie Actor (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021)

Personal life: Johnson is married to Lauren Hashian and they have two daughters together. He was previously married to Dany Garcia from 1997 to 2008.

2. Shah Rukh Khan

Shah Rukh Khan is known as the “King of Bollywood” and is one of the most popular actors in India. He has starred in over 100 films, and his movies have broken box office records all over the world. Khan is known for his charming personality and his ability to connect with audiences. He is also a successful businessman and producer.

Most famous roles: Rahul Mehra in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Raj Aryan Khan in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, and Devdas Mukherjee in Devdas

Awards: 14 Filmfare Awards, 4 National Film Awards, 1 Dadasaheb Phalke Award

Personal life: Khan is married to Gauri Chibber and they have three children together.

3. Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr. is a versatile actor who has won over fans with his portrayal of Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He is also a critically acclaimed actor, having won an Academy Award for his performance in “Chaplin.” Downey Jr. is known for his wit and his improvisational skills, and he is always bringing something new to his roles.

Most famous roles: Tony Stark / Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Sherlock Holmes in the Sherlock Holmes films, and Charlie Chaplin in Chaplin

Awards: Academy Award for Best Actor (2009), 2 Golden Globe Awards, 2 BAFTA Awards

Personal life: Downey Jr. has been married to Susan Downey since 2005. He has been sober since 2001 after struggling with drug addiction for many years.

4. Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio is one of the most respected actors of his generation. He has won numerous awards, including an Academy Award for his performance in “The Revenant.” DiCaprio is known for his commitment to his craft, and he is always looking for challenging roles. He is also a passionate environmental activist.

Most famous roles: Jack Dawson in Titanic, Howard Hughes in The Aviator, and Jordan Belfort in The Wolf of Wall Street

Awards: Academy Award for Best Actor (2016), 3 Golden Globe Awards, 1 BAFTA Award

Personal life: DiCaprio has been in relationships with many high-profile actresses, including Gisele Bündchen, Bar Refaeli, and Blake Lively. He is currently dating Camila Morrone.

5. Salman Khan

Salman Khan is a Bollywood superstar who is known for his action films and his larger-than-life persona. He is one of the most popular actors in India, and his movies have grossed billions of dollars worldwide. Khan is also a successful businessman and producer.

Most famous roles: Prem in Maine Pyar Kiya, Bajrangi Bhaijaan in Bajrangi Bhaijaan, and Tiger Shroff in Tiger Zinda Hai

Awards: 11 Filmfare Awards, 3 National Film Awards

Personal life: Khan has been married twice, to Sangeeta Bijlani from 1994 to 1996 and to Helen from 1998 to 2001. He has been in a relationship with Katrina Kaif since 2008.

6.  Vin Diesel

Vin Diesel is a global icon thanks to his role as Dominic Toretto in the Fast & Furious franchise. He is also a successful producer and director. Diesel is known for his charisma and his physical presence, and he is always bringing excitement to his roles.

Most famous roles: Dominic Toretto in the Fast & Furious franchise, Riddick in the Riddick franchise, and Xander Cage in the XXX franchise

Awards: MTV Movie Award for Best Villain (2017)

Personal life: Diesel has been married to Paloma Jimenez since 2007. They have three children together.

7. Chris Evans

Chris Evans is the Captain America star who is one of the most popular superheroes in the world. He is also a talented actor who has starred in a number of critically acclaimed films. Evans is known for his good looks and his charm, and he is always a crowd-pleaser.

8. Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth is the Thor star who is known for his good looks and his muscular physique. He is also a talented actor who has starred in a number of successful films. Hemsworth is a rising star in Hollywood, and he is sure to have a long and successful career.

9. Akshay Kumar

Akshay Kumar is the Khiladi of Bollywood who is known for his action films and his comedy movies. He is one of the most popular actors in India, and his movies have grossed billions of dollars worldwide. Kumar is also a successful businessman and producer.

10. Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds is a Canadian actor who is known for his humor and his charisma. He has starred in a number of successful comedies, such as “Deadpool” and “The Proposal.” Reynolds is also a successful producer and businessman.

11. Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth is an Australian actor who is known for his good looks and his muscular physique. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as “Thor” and “The Avengers.” Hemsworth is a rising star in Hollywood, and he is sure to have a long and successful career.

12. Chris Pine

Chris Pine is an American actor who is known for his good looks and his acting skills. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as “Star Trek” and “Wonder Woman.” Pine is a talented actor who is sure to have a long and successful career.

13. Dwayne Johnson 

Dwayne Johnson is known as the “People’s Champion” and is one of the most popular and successful actors in the world. He has starred in a wide range of films, from action blockbusters to comedies. Johnson is known for his larger-than-life personality and his physical presence, but he is also a talented actor who can bring a lot of heart to his roles.

14. Idris Elba

Idris Elba is a British actor who is known for his versatility and his ability to play a wide range of characters. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as “The Wire” and “Luther.” Elba is a talented actor who is sure to have a long and successful career.

15. Chris Pratt

Chris Pratt is an American actor who is known for his good looks and his charm. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “Jurassic World.” Pratt is a rising star in Hollywood, and he is sure to have a long and successful career.

16. Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks is one of the most respected actors in Hollywood. He has won two Academy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards. Hanks is a versatile actor who has starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to comedies. He is also a successful producer and director.

Most famous roles: Forrest Gump in Forrest Gump, Andrew Beckett in Philadelphia, and Chuck Noland in Cast Away

Awards: Academy Award for Best Actor (2 times), 5 Golden Globe Awards, 2 BAFTA Awards

Personal life: Hanks has been married to Rita Wilson since 1988. They have four children.

17. Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves is a Canadian actor who is known for his charisma and his action skills. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as “The Matrix” and “John Wick.” Reeves is a talented actor who is sure to have a long and successful career.

18. Robert Pattinson

Robert Pattinson is an English actor who is known for his versatility and his ability to play a wide range of characters. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as “Twilight” and “The Batman.” Pattinson is a talented actor who is sure to have a long and successful career.

19. Tom Holland

Tom Holland is an English actor who is known for his good looks and his charm. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as “Spider-Man: Homecoming” and “Avengers: Endgame.” Holland is a rising star in Hollywood, and he is sure to have a long and successful career.

20. Henry Cavill

Henry Cavill is a British actor who is known for his good looks and his action skills. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as “Man of Steel” and “The Witcher.” Cavill is a talented actor who is sure to have a long and successful career.

21. Timothée Chalamet

Timothée Chalamet is an American actor who is known for his talent and his good looks. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as “Call Me by Your Name” and “Little Women.” Chalamet is a rising star in Hollywood, and he is sure to have a long and successful career.

22. Matthew McConaughey

Matthew McConaughey is an American actor who is known for his charm and his acting skills. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as “Dallas Buyers Club” and “Interstellar.” McConaughey is a talented actor who is sure to have a long and successful career.

23. Tom Cruise (Mission: Impossible franchise)

Tom Cruise is one of the most popular and successful actors in Hollywood. He has starred in a number of successful action films, such as the Mission: Impossible franchise. Cruise is known for his daring stunts and his commitment to his craft.

24. Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington is one of the most respected actors in Hollywood. He has won two Academy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards. Washington is a versatile actor who has starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to action films. He is also a successful director.

25. George Clooney

George Clooney is one of the most popular and successful actors in Hollywood. He has won an Academy Award and two Golden Globe Awards. Clooney is a versatile actor who has starred in a wide range of films, from comedies to dramas. He is also a successful producer and director.

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26. Johnny Depp

Johnny Depp is a talented actor who has starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to comedies. He is known for his eccentric personality and his unique acting style. Depp has won a Golden Globe Award and has been nominated for three Academy Awards.

27. Will Smith

Will Smith is one of the most popular and successful actors in Hollywood. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as Men in Black and Independence Day. Smith is known for his charisma and his comedic timing. He has won a Golden Globe Award and has been nominated for two Academy Awards.

28. Daniel Day-Lewis

Daniel Day-Lewis is one of the most respected actors in Hollywood. He has won three Academy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards. Day-Lewis is a method actor who is known for his commitment to his craft. He is also a successful producer.

Most famous roles: Daniel Plainview in There Will Be Blood, William Cutting in Gangs of New York, and Abraham Lincoln in Lincoln

Awards: Academy Award for Best Actor (3 times), 3 Golden Globe Awards, 2 BAFTA Awards

Personal life: Day-Lewis has been married twice, to Rebecca Miller from 1996 to 2018 and to Camilla Morton since 2019. He has four children.

29. Robert De Niro

Robert De Niro is one of the most respected actors in Hollywood. He has won two Academy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. De Niro is a versatile actor who has starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to comedies. He is also a successful producer.

Most famous roles: Vito Corleone in The Godfather Part II, Travis Bickle in Taxi Driver, and Jake LaMotta in Raging Bull

Awards: Academy Award for Best Actor (2 times), 2 Golden Globe Awards, 2 BAFTA Awards

Personal life: De Niro has been married twice, to Diahnne Abbott from 1976 to 1988 and to Grace Hightower from 1997 to present. He has six children, four of whom are adopted.

30. Morgan Freeman

Morgan Freeman is one of the most respected actors in Hollywood. He has won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award. Freeman is a versatile actor who has starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to comedies. He is also a successful narrator.

Most famous roles: Red in The Shawshank Redemption, Lucius Fox in the Dark Knight trilogy, and Nelson Mandela in Invictus

Awards: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor (2005), Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture (2005)

Personal life: Freeman has been married once, to Myrna Colley-Lee from 1967 to 2010. He has four children.

31. Robin Williams

Robin Williams was a talented actor and comedian who starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to comedies. He was known for his improvisational skills and his ability to connect with audiences. Williams won an Academy Award and four Golden Globe Awards.

32. Harrison Ford

Harrison Ford is one of the most popular and successful actors in Hollywood. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as Star Wars and Indiana Jones. Ford is known for his rugged good looks and his charisma. He has been nominated for two Academy Awards.

33. Jack Nicholson

Jack Nicholson is one of the most respected actors in Hollywood. He has won three Academy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards. Nicholson is a versatile actor who has starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to comedies. He is also a successful producer.

34. Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt is one of the most popular and successful actors in Hollywood. He has starred in a number of successful films, such as Fight Club and Ocean’s Eleven. Pitt is known for his good looks and his charisma. He has been nominated for two Academy Awards.

Most famous roles: Tyler Durden in Fight Club, Lt. Aldo Raine in Inglourious Basterds, and Cliff Booth in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

Awards: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor (2020), 2 Golden Globe Awards, 2 BAFTA Awards

Personal life: Pitt has been married twice, to Jennifer Aniston from 2000 to 2005 and to Angelina Jolie from 2014 to 2016. He has six children, three of whom are adopted.

35. Chadwick Boseman

Boseman was an American actor who is best known for his portrayal of Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He also starred in films such as “42” and “Get on Up.” Boseman died of colon cancer in 2020 at the age of 43.

36. Daniel Craig

Daniel Craig is an English actor who has played James Bond in five films. He is also known for his roles in films such as “Layer Cake,” “Logan Lucky,” and “Knives Out.”Craig was born in Chester, England, in 1968. He began his acting career in the 1990s and has since starred in over 40 films. He is known for his intense and charismatic performances. Craig has been married twice and has one daughter.

37. Benedict Cumberbatch 

Benedict Cumberbatch is an English actor who has won a Golden Globe Award and three Primetime Emmy Awards. He is known for his roles in films such as “The Imitation Game,” “Doctor Strange,” and “Sherlock.” Cumberbatch was born in London, England, in 1976. He began his acting career in the 1990s and has since starred in over 50 films and television shows. He is known for his versatility and his ability to play a wide range of characters. Cumberbatch has been married since 2015 and has three children.

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38. Colin Firth 

Colin Firth is an English actor who has won an Academy Award, two Golden Globe Awards, and a BAFTA Award. He is known for his roles in films such as “The King’s Speech,” “A Single Man,” and “Love Actually.”Firth was born in Hampshire, England, in 1960. He began his acting career in the 1980s and has since starred in over 50 films and television shows. He is known for his understated and elegant performances. Firth has been married twice and has two sons.

39. Rowan Atkinson 

Rowan Atkinson is an English actor, comedian, and writer who is known for his roles in films and television shows such as “Mr. Bean,” “Blackadder,” and “Johnny English.”Atkinson was born in Consett, England, in 1955. He began his comedy career in the 1970s and has since starred in over 50 films and television shows. He is known for his physical comedy and his deadpan delivery. Atkinson has been married twice and has two children.

40. Michael Caine 

Michael Caine is an English actor who has won an Academy Award, two Golden Globe Awards, and a BAFTA Award. He is known for his roles in films such as “The Dark Knight trilogy,” “Inception,” and “Alfie.” Caine was born in London, England, in 1933. He began his acting career in the 1950s and has since starred in over 150 films. He is known for his versatility and his ability to play a wide range of characters. Caine has been married twice and has three children.

41. Ralph Fiennes 

Ralph Fiennes is an English actor who has won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a BAFTA Award. He is known for his roles in films such as “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” “Schindler’s List,” and “Harry Potter franchise.”Fiennes was born in Suffolk, England, in 1962. He began his acting career in the 1980s and has since starred in over 70 films. He is known for his versatility and his ability to play a wide range of characters. Fiennes has been married twice and has two children.

42. Tom Hardy 

Tom Hardy is an English actor who has won a BAFTA Award. He is known for his roles in films such as “Mad Max: Fury Road,” “Venom,” and “The Dark Knight Rises.” Hardy was born in London, England, in 1977. He began his acting career in the 2000s and has since starred in over 40 films. He is known for his intensity and his ability to play a wide range of characters. Hardy has been married twice and has two children.

43. Eddie Redmayne 

Eddie Redmayne is an English actor who has won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a BAFTA Award. He is known for his roles in films such as “The Theory of Everything,” “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” and “The Danish Girl.”

Redmayne was born in London, England, in 1986. He began his acting career in the 2000s and has since starred in over 30 films. He is known for his versatility and his ability to play a wide range of characters. Redmayne has been married since 2015 and has two children.

44. Henry Cavill 

Henry Cavill is a British actor who is known for his roles in films such as “The Witcher,” “Superman franchise,” and “Mission: Impossible – Fallout.”Cavill was born in Jersey, Channel Islands, in 1983. He began his acting career in the 2000s and has since starred in over 30 films. He is known for his good looks and his ability to play action heroes.

45. Lee Min Ho 

Lee Min Ho is a South Korean actor who has starred in some of the most popular Kdramas of all time, including “Boys Over Flowers,” “The Heirs,” and “The King: Eternal Monarch.” He is known for his good looks and his ability to play charming and charismatic characters.

46. Park Seo Joon 

Park Seo Joon is a South Korean actor who is known for his roles in the romantic comedies “She Was Pretty” and “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim?” He has also starred in the action film “The King: Eternal Monarch.” He is known for his charming personality and his ability to make audiences laugh.

47. Song Joong Ki 

Song Joong Ki is a South Korean actor who rose to fame with his role in the hit drama “Descendants of the Sun.” He has since starred in several other successful dramas, including “Arthdal Chronicles” and “Vincenzo.” He is known for his action-packed roles and his good looks.

48. John Kani 

John Kani was born in New Brighton, Port Elizabeth, South Africa. He is a Xhosa speaker. He began his acting career in the 1960s, appearing in productions at the Serpent Players, a black theatre company in South Africa. He moved to the United States in 1987 to pursue his acting career. He has won numerous awards, including the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his role in “Sizwe Banzi is Dead” (1972).

49. Arnold Vosloo 

Arnold Vosloo was born in Pretoria, South Africa. He is a fluent Afrikaans and English speaker. He began his acting career in the 1980s, appearing in films such as “The Gods Must Be Crazy” (1980) and “Hard Target” (1993). He moved to the United States in 1995 to pursue his acting career. He has won numerous awards, including the Saturn Award for Best Actor for his role in “The Mummy” (1999).

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50. Sharlto Copley 

Sharlto Copley was born in Johannesburg, South Africa. He is a fluent Afrikaans and English speaker. He began his acting career in the 1990s, appearing in films such as “The Machine” (2004) and “Starship Troopers 2: Hero of the Federation” (2004). He moved to the United States in 2006 to pursue his acting career. He has won numerous awards, including the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “District 9” (2009).

51. Michael Fassbender 

Michael Fassbender was born in Heidelberg, West Germany. His father is German and his mother is Irish. He moved to Ireland with his family when he was two years old. He began his acting career in the 1990s, appearing in films such as “300” (2006) and “Hunger” (2008). He moved to the United States in 2010 to pursue his acting career. He has won numerous awards, including a Golden Globe Award and a BAFTA Award.

52. Sidney Poitier 

Sidney Poitier was born in Miami, Florida. His parents were from the Caribbean island of St. Kitts. He moved to the United States with his family when he was ten years old. He began his acting career in the 1950s, appearing in films such as “No Way Out” (1950) and “The Defiant Ones” (1958). He won numerous awards, including an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in “Lilies of the Field” (1963).

53. Ving Rhames 

Ving Rhames was born in New York City. His father is of Afro-Caribbean descent and his mother is of Italian descent. He began his acting career in the 1980s, appearing in films such as “Pulp Fiction” (1994) and “Mission: Impossible” (1996). He has won numerous awards, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture for his role in “Pulp Fiction” (1994).

54. Atandwa Kani 

Atandwa Kani is the son of John Kani. He was born in New York City. He began his acting career in the 1990s, appearing in productions at the Market Theatre in Johannesburg, South Africa. He moved to the United States in 2007 to pursue his acting career. He has won numerous awards, including the Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his role in “The Lion King” (2019).

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55. Ryan Reynolds 

Ryan Reynolds is a Canadian actor, film producer, and businessman. He is known for his roles in the films “Deadpool”, “The Proposal”, and “Free Guy”. Ryan Reybnolds has won numerous awards, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for “Deadpool” (2016) and a People’s Choice Award for Favorite Movie Actor (2016). He has also been nominated for an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. He is married to the American actress Blake Lively. They have three daughters together.

56. Jim Carrey 

Jim Carrey is a Canadian actor, comedian, and writer. He is known for his roles in the films “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective”, “The Mask”, and “Liar Liar”. Carrey has won numerous awards, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for “The Mask” (1994) and a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for “Man on the Moon” (1999). He has also been nominated for an Academy Award and three BAFTA Awards. He has been married twice and has three children.

57. Seth Rogen 

Seth Rogen is a Canadian actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He is known for his roles in the films “Superbad”, “Knocked Up”, and “Pineapple Express”. He has won numerous awards, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for “Superbad” (2007) and a Writers Guild of America Award for Best Original Screenplay for “Pineapple Express” (2008). He has also been nominated for a BAFTA Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award. He is married to the Canadian film producer Lauren Miller. They have two daughters together.

58. Ryan Gosling 

Ryan Gosling is a Canadian actor known for his roles in the films “The Notebook”, “Drive”, and “La La Land”. He has also starred in the television series “The Young Americans”. Ryan Gosling has won numerous awards, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for “La La Land” (2016) and a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for “La La Land” (2016). He has also been nominated for an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award. He has been in a relationship with the American actress Eva Mendes since 2011. They have two daughters together.

59. Don McKellar

Don McKellar is a Canadian actor, writer, and director known for his roles in the films “The Sweet Hereafter”, “The Daytrippers”, and “Wilfred”. Don McKellar has won numerous awards, including a Genie Award for Best Actor for “The Sweet Hereafter” (1997) and a Writers Guild of Canada Award for Best Original Screenplay for “The Daytrippers” (1999). He has also been nominated for a Golden Globe Award and a BAFTA Award. He is married to the Canadian actress and producer Tracy Wright. They have one son together.

60. Nathan Fillion 

Nathan Fillion is a Canadian actor known for his roles in the television series “Firefly” and “Castle”. He has also starred in the films “Slither” and “The Pacifier”. Nathan Fillion has won numerous awards, including a People’s Choice Award for Favorite TV Actor (2005) and a Saturn Award for Best Actor on Television for “Firefly” (2002). He has also been nominated for a Golden Globe Award and a Primetime Emmy Award. He is married to the Canadian actress and producer Alison Hannigan. They have one daughter together.

61. Viggo Mortensen 

Viggo Mortensen is a Canadian actor known for his roles in the films “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, “Eastern Promises”, and “Captain Fantastic”. Viggo Mortensen has won numerous awards, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama for “Eastern Promises” (2007) and a BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” (2003). He has also been nominated for an Academy Award and two Screen Actors Guild Awards. He is married to the Spanish actress Ariadna Gil. They have one son together.

62. Hayden Christensen

Hayden Christensen is a Canadian actor known for his roles in the Star Wars prequel trilogy. He has also starred in the films “Life as a House” and “Jumper”. Hayden Christensen has won numerous awards, including a Saturn Award for Best Performance by a Younger Actor for “Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones” (2002) and a YoungStar Award for Best Performance by a Young Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for “Life as a House” (2001). He has also been nominated for a Teen Choice Award and a People’s Choice Award. He is married to the Canadian actress Rachel Bilson. They have one daughter together.

Actresses 

63. Angelina Jolie

Angelina Jolie is known for her beauty, her acting skills, and her humanitarian work. She has won an Academy Award and three Golden Globe Awards. Jolie is a versatile actress who has starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to action films. She is also a successful director and producer.

Most famous roles: Lara Croft in Tomb Raider, Mrs. Smith in Mr. & Mrs. Smith, and Maleficent in Maleficent

Awards: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress (2000), 3 Golden Globe Awards, 2 BAFTA Awards

Personal life: Jolie has been married three times, to Jonny Lee Miller from 1996 to 1999, to Billy Bob Thornton from 2000 to 2003, and to Brad Pitt from 2014 to 2016. She has six children, three of whom are adopted.

64. Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson is one of the most popular and successful actresses in the world. She has starred in a wide range of films, from comedies to dramas. Johansson is known for her beauty, her talent, and her versatility. She is also a successful voice actress, having voiced the character of Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Most famous roles: Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Natasha Romanoff in The Avengers, and Lisbeth Salander in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

Awards: Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy (2020)

Personal life: Johansson has been married twice, to Ryan Reynolds from 2008 to 2011 and to Colin Jost since 2020. She has two children.

65. Meryl Streep

Meryl Streep the acting legend is known for her versatility and her ability to transform into any role. She has won 3 Oscars, 20 Golden Globe Awards, and 3 Primetime Emmy Awards. Streep is one of the most respected actresses in the world, and her performances are always critically acclaimed.

Most famous roles: Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada, Margaret Thatcher in The Iron Lady, and Sophie Zawistowski in Sophie’s Choice

Awards: Academy Award for Best Actress (3 times), 21 Golden Globe Awards, 3 BAFTA Awards

Personal life: Streep has been married to Don Gummer since 1978. They have four children.

66. Cate Blanchett

The Australian actress is known for her beauty and her award-winning performances. She has won 2 Oscars, 3 Golden Globe Awards, and 2 Primetime Emmy Awards. Blanchett is a versatile actress who has starred in a wide range of films, from period dramas to comedies.

Most famous roles: Katharine Hepburn in The Aviator, Elizabeth I in Elizabeth, and Galadriel in The Lord of the Rings trilogy

Awards: Academy Award for Best Actress (2 times), 3 Golden Globe Awards, 2 BAFTA Awards

Personal life: Blanchett has been married to Andrew Upton since 1997. They have three children.

67. Anne Hathaway

Anne Hathaway is known for her charm and her acting skills. She has won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award. Hathaway is a talented actress who has starred in a wide range of films, from romantic comedies to dramas. She is also a successful singer.

Most famous roles: Mia Thermopolis in The Princess Diaries, Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada, and Fantine in Les Misérables

Awards: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress (2013), Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy (2013)

Personal life: Hathaway has been married to Adam Shulman since 2012. They have two children.

68. Julia Roberts

The Pretty Woman star is known for her beauty and her acting skills. She has won an Academy Award and 3 Golden Globe Awards. Roberts is a versatile actress who has starred in a wide range of films, from romantic comedies to dramas. She is also a successful producer.

Most famous roles: Vivian Ward in Pretty Woman, Erin Brockovich in Erin Brockovich, and Julia Roberts in Eat Pray Love

Awards: Academy Award for Best Actress (2000), 3 Golden Globe Awards, 1 BAFTA Award

Personal life: Roberts has been married twice, to Lyle Lovett from 1993 to 1995 and to Daniel Moder since 2002. They have three children.

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69. Jennifer Lawrence

The Hunger Games star is known for her talent and her relatable personality. She has won an Academy Award and 3 Golden Globe Awards. Lawrence is a talented actress who has starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to comedies. She is also a successful producer.

Most famous roles: Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games franchise, Mystique in the X-Men franchise, and Tiffany Maxwell in Silver Linings Playbook

Awards: Academy Award for Best Actress (2013), 3 Golden Globe Awards, 2 BAFTA Awards

Personal life: Lawrence has been in relationships with Nicholas Hoult and Darren Aronofsky. She is currently dating Cooke Maroney.

70. Viola Davis

The Fences star is known for her powerful performances. She has won an Academy Award, 2 Tony Awards, and 2 Golden Globe Awards. Davis is a talented actress who has starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to comedies. She is also a successful producer.

Most famous roles: Aibileen Clark in The Help, Rose Maxson in Fences, and Michelle Obama in The First Lady

Awards: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress (2017), 2 Tony Awards, 2 Screen Actors Guild Awards

Personal life: Davis has been married to Julius Tennon since 2003. They have one daughter.

71. Lupita Nyong’o

The Black Panther star is known for her beauty and her acting skills. She has won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award. Nyong’o is a talented actress who has starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to comedies. She is also a successful 

Most famous roles: Patsey in 12 Years a Slave, Nakia in Black Panther, and Maz Kanata in the Star Wars sequel trilogy

Awards: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress (2014), Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture (2014)

Personal life: Nyong’o is in a relationship with Michael B. Jordan.

72. Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra is a Bollywood star who is known for her beauty, her talent, and her humanitarian work. She has won numerous awards, including a National Film Award and a Filmfare Award. Chopra is a versatile actress who has starred in a wide range of films, from dramas to comedies. She is also a successful singer and television personality.

Most famous roles: Ishani Desai in Quantico, Mary Kom in Mary Kom, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas in The White Tiger

Awards: National Film Award for Best Actress (2016), Filmfare Award for Best Actress (2017)

Personal life: Chopra is married to Nick Jonas since 2018. They have one daughter.

73. Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock is one of the most popular and successful actresses in Hollywood. She has won an Academy Award and two Golden Globe Awards. Bullock is a versatile actress who has starred in a wide range of films, from comedies to dramas. She is also a successful producer.

74. Zendaya

Zendaya is an American actress who is known for her beauty and her talent. She has starred in a number of successful films and television shows, such as “Euphoria” and “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” Zendaya is a rising star in Hollywood, and she is sure to have a long and successful career.

75. Michelle Yeoh

Michelle Yeoh is a Malaysian actress who is known for her beauty, her grace, and her martial arts skills. She has starred in a number of successful films, such as “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” and “Crazy Rich Asians.” Yeoh is a talented actress who is sure to have a long and successful career.

76. Jennifer Aniston

Jennifer Aniston is one of the most popular and successful actresses in Hollywood. She has starred in a number of successful films, such as Friends and The Break-Up. Aniston is known for her beauty and her acting skills. She has been nominated for an Academy Award and has won a Golden Globe Award.

77. Marilyn Monroe

Monroe was born in Los Angeles, California, and began her career as a model in the 1940s. She made her film debut in 1950, and went on to become one of the most popular and iconic actresses of all time. Monroe was known for her beauty, her sex appeal, and her troubled personal life. She died of a drug overdose in 1962.

78. Sophia Loren

Loren was born in Rome, Italy, and began her career as a model in the 1950s. She made her film debut in 1953, and went on to become one of the most popular and acclaimed actresses in the world. Loren was known for her beauty, her talent, and her ability to portray strong and independent women. She has won two Academy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and a BAFTA Award.

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79. Ava Gardner

Gardner was born in Grabtown, North Carolina, and began her career as a model in the 1940s. She made her film debut in 1946, and went on to become one of the most popular and glamorous actresses of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Gardner was known for her beauty, her charisma, and her fiery personality. She died of lung cancer in 1990.

80. Bette Davis

Davis was born in Lowell, Massachusetts, and began her career on stage in the 1920s. She made her film debut in 1931, and went on to win four Academy Awards, an Emmy Award, and a Tony Award. Davis was known for her talent, her intensity, and her ability to portray complex and challenging characters. She was also a vocal advocate for women’s rights.

81. Ingrid Bergman

Bergman was born in Stockholm, Sweden, and began her career on stage in the 1930s. She made her film debut in 1935, and went on to win three Academy Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, and a BAFTA Award. Bergman was known for her beauty, her talent, and her ability to portray both vulnerable and strong characters. She was also a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and a champion for children’s rights.

82. Katharine Hepburn

Hepburn was born in Hartford, Connecticut, and began her acting career on stage in the 1920s. She made her film debut in 1932, and went on to win four Academy Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, and two Tony Awards. Hepburn was known for her intelligence, wit, and her ability to portray strong and independent women. She was also a fashion icon and a role model for many women.

83. Vivien Leigh

Leigh was born in India, and began her acting career on stage in the 1930s. She made her film debut in 1935, and went on to win two Academy Awards, for “Gone with the Wind” and “A Streetcar Named Desire.” Leigh was known for her beauty, her vulnerability, and her ability to portray complex characters. She was also a vocal advocate for mental health awareness.

84. Audrey Hepburn

Hepburn was born in Brussels, Belgium, and began her acting career on stage in the 1940s. She made her film debut in 1953, and went on to win an Academy Award, five Golden Globe Awards, and a BAFTA Award. Hepburn was known for her elegance, her grace, and her ability to portray both romantic and comedic characters. She was also a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and a champion for children’s rights.

85. Elizabeth Taylor

Taylor was born in London, England, and began her acting career as a child. She made her film debut in 1942, and went on to win two Academy Awards, eight Golden Globe Awards, and a BAFTA Award. Taylor was known for her beauty, her charisma, and her tumultuous personal life. She was also a vocal advocate for AIDS awareness and research.

86. Grace Kelly

Kelly was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and began her acting career on stage in the 1950s. She made her film debut in 1951, and went on to win an Academy Award for her role in “The Country Girl.” Kelly retired from acting in 1956 to marry Prince Rainier III of Monaco. She was known for her beauty, her grace, and her elegance.

87. Regina Hall 

Regina Hall is an American actress, comedian, and producer. She is known for her roles in films such as “The Best Man”, “Scary Movie”, and “Girls Trip”. She has also starred in the television series “Ally McBeal” and “Black Monday”.Hall is a talented actress and comedian who has starred in some of the most popular films and television shows of the past two decades. She is a role model for many young women, and she continues to entertain and inspire audiences around the world.

88. Issa Rae 

Issa Rae is an American actress, writer, producer, and comedian. She is known for her work on the web series Awkward Black Girl (2011–2013) and the HBO series Insecure (2016–2021), for which she was the creator, showrunner, and star. The series is a semi-autobiographical comedy-drama that follows the lives of two black women in their twenties as they navigate their careers, relationships, and identities. Insecure was a critical and commercial success, and it earned Rae several awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series.

89. Halle Berry 

Berry is an American actress who is the first African-American woman to win an Academy Award for Best Actress. She is known for her roles in films such as “Monster’s Ball,” “Catwoman,” and “X-Men.”

90. Helen Mirren

Helen Mirren is an English actress who has won an Academy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Tony Award. She is known for her roles in films such as “The Queen,” “The Madness of King George,” and “Calendar Girls.” Mirren was born in London, England, in 1945. She began her acting career in the 1960s and has since starred in over 100 films and television shows. She is one of the most respected actresses in the world and has been praised for her versatility and range. Mirren has been married twice and has no children.

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91. Emma Thompson 

Emma Thompson is an English actress, screenwriter, and film producer who has won two Academy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and a BAFTA Award. She is known for her roles in films such as “Sense and Sensibility,” “Harry Potter franchise,” and “Love Actually.”

Thompson was born in London, England, in 1959. She began her acting career in the 1980s and has since starred in over 60 films and television shows. She is known for her wit and intelligence, as well as her versatility. Thompson has been married twice and has two children.

92. Keira Knightley 

Keira Knightley is an English actress who has won a Golden Globe Award and a BAFTA Award. She is known for her roles in films such as “Pirates of the Caribbean franchise,” “Atonement,” and “Pride & Prejudice.” Knightley was born in London, England, in 1985. She began her acting career in the 1990s and has since starred in over 50 films. She is known for her beauty and her talent. Knightley has been married since 2013 and has two children.

93. Tilda Swinton 

Tilda Swinton is a British-born Scottish actress who has won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a BAFTA Award. She is known for her roles in films such as “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” “Doctor Strange,” and “Suspiria.” Swinton was born in London, England, in 1960. She began her acting career in the 1980s and has since starred in over 60 films. She is known for her androgynous appearance and her unique acting style. Swinton has been married twice and has two children.

94. Florence Pugh 

Florence Pugh is an English actress who has starred in films such as “Midsommar,” “Little Women,” and “Black Widow.” Pugh was born in Oxford, England, in 1996. She began her acting career in the 2010s and has since starred in over 20 films. She is known for her talent and her willingness to take on challenging roles. Pugh has been nominated for a Golden Globe Award once.

95. Lashana Lynch 

Lashana Lynch is a British actress who has starred in films such as “Captain Marvel,” “No Time to Die,” and “Yesterday.” Lynch was born in London, England, in 1987. She began her acting career in the 2010s and has since starred in over 20 films. She is known for her versatility and her ability to play a wide range of characters.

96. Yoon Eun Hye 

Yoon Eun Hye is a South Korean actress who is known for her roles in the dramas “Goblin” and “Princess Hours.” She has also starred in the films “My Dear Enemy” and “The King and the Clown.” She is known for her versatility and her ability to play a wide range of characters.

97. Charlize Theron 

Charlize Theron was born in Benoni, South Africa, to a German father and a French-Afrikaner mother. She was raised by her mother after her parents divorced when she was 15 years old. She moved to the United States in 1995 to pursue her acting career. She has won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a BAFTA Award. She is also a Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR.

98. Naomie Harris 

Naomie Harris was born in London, England. Her father is of Jamaican descent and her mother is of English descent. She began her acting career in the 1990s, appearing in films such as “28 Days Later” (2002) and “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” (2008). She moved to the United States in 2011 to pursue her acting career. She has won numerous awards, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in “Moonlight” (2016).

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99. Terry Pheto 

Terry Pheto was born in Soweto, South Africa. She is a Sotho speaker. She began her acting career in the 1990s, appearing in films such as “Sarafina!” (1992) and “Cry, the Beloved Country” (1995). She moved to the United States in 2000 to pursue her acting career. She has won numerous awards, including the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her role in “Yesterday” (2004).

100. Sophie Okonedo 

Sophie Okonedo was born in London, England. Her father is of Nigerian descent and her mother is of English descent. She began her acting career in the 1990s, appearing in films such as “Enigma” (2001) and “Hotel Rwanda” (2004). She moved to the United States in 2006 to pursue her acting career. She has won numerous awards, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in “Hotel Rwanda” (2004).

101. Rachel McAdams 

Rachel McAdams is a Canadian actress known for her roles in the films “Mean Girls”, “The Notebook”, and “Sherlock Holmes”. Rachel McAdams has won numerous awards, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for “The Notebook” (2004) and a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role for “Spotlight” (2015). She has also been nominated for an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award. She has been in a relationship with the American actor and director Jake Gyllenhaal since 2018.

The top 100 famous actors and actresses are a diverse group of talented individuals who have entertained us for generations. They have brought us some of the most iconic characters in film and television history, and their work has inspired and moved us. These stars have faced many challenges along the way, but they have persevered and achieved great success.

They are an inspiration to us all, and they show us that anything is possible if we have the talent, the drive, and the determination. The top 100 famous actors and actresses are a part of our shared cultural heritage. They have shaped the way we see the world, and they continue to entertain and inspire us today.