How Many of These Australians Do You Know? (2024)

Birthdate: July 2, 1990

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Dalby

With strong performances in movies like The Wolf of Wall Street, Suicide Squad and I, Tonya, Australian actress Margot Robbie has become one of the most famous actresses of her generation and also one of the world's highest-paid actresses. In her short career till now, she has won numerous award nominations and has become a significant name in the advertising world.

Birthdate: August 11, 1983

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Melbourne

Australian actor, Chris Hemsworth, shot to superstardom after playing Thor, the crown prince of Asgard in the Thor and The Avengers film series. Before embarking on his Hollywood journey, he had already established himself in Australia with drama series Home and Away. The handsome actor has also won praise for films like Snow White and the Huntsman and Ghostbusters.

Birthdate: April 4, 1979

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Perth

Died: January 22, 2008

An Australian actor, Heath Ledger grabbed limelight in America with theteen comedy 10 Things I Hate About You. However, it was role in Brokeback Mountain that made him a star and earned him comparisons with greats actors like Marlon Brando. The brilliant actor gave his last performance as Joker in The Dark Knight which became a massive success.

Birthdate: October 12, 1968

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: Sydney

Australian actor Hugh Jackman’s Hollywood debut in the film X-Men made him a transatlantic actor and he went on to do the X-Men film series from 2000 to 2018. Some of his other prominent films are Kate & Leopold, Les Misérables, The Greatest Showman, The Prestige and Australia. He isalso a singer, songwriter and a dancer.

Birthdate: February 22, 1962

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: Victoria

Died: September 4, 2006

Australian Steve Irwin was a world famous, high-spirited, lively host of The Crocodile Hunter television series. A conservationist, he was also part of other shows and documentaries on wildlife and environment. He was known for close encounters with some of the most dangerous and endangered animals in various jungles.He died after being pierced in the chest by a stingray barb while filming in Australia's Great Barrier Reef.

Birthdate: January 13, 1990

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: Melbourne

Liam Hemsworth is an Australian actor and has starred in Hollywood films like The Last Song, Independence Day: Resurgence, Empire State, The Hunger Games, Isn't It Romantic and Killerman. He has been in the news for his relationship with singer and songwriter, Miley Cyrus. Luke and Chris, his older brothers, are also actors.

Birthdate: June 20, 1967

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: Honolulu

Australian actress and producer Nicole Kidman is one of the world's highest-paid actresses. She is the founder of the production company Blossom Films. She was twice named as one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Timemagazine. Besides acting, she has been a Goodwill ambassador for UNICEF since 1994.

Birthdate: May 14, 1969

Sun Sign: Taurus

Birthplace: Ivanhoe

Cate Blanchett is one of the most celebrated actresses of her times. She attained fame with the drama film,Elizabeth, in 1998. The Aviator, Blue Jasmine, Notes on a Scandal, Carol, The Talented Mr Ripley, Babel and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button are some of her other acclaimed and successful films. She haswon two Academy awards so far.

Birthdate: September 26, 1948

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: Cambridge

Died: August 8, 2022

Olivia Newton-John's breathy voice and stunning beauty made her one of the biggest pop stars of the 1970s. She charmed generations of movie viewers in the blockbuster film Grease. Followinga string of country and soft-rock hits, Newton-John starredoppositeJohn Travoltain the 1978 blockbuster Grease, considered as one the most popular movie musicals of all time.

Birthdate: February 3, 1976

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Muscat

Australian actress Isla Fisher attained widespread fame in 2005 when she starred in the commercially successful Hollywood film Wedding Crashers. Some of her other notable films are The Great Gatsby, Now You See Me, I Heart Huckabees, Bachelorette, Rango and Rise of the Guardians. She hasalso acted in television series and is an author of children’s books.

Birthdate: April 7, 1964

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Wellington

Active in the film industry for over 35 years, Russell Crowe is an actor, film producer, director, and musician. Gaining international fame with his role in the epic historical film Gladiatorin 2000, he is the recipient of several awards, including an Academy Award and a Broadcast Film Critics Association Award.

Birthdate: May 28, 1968

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: Melbourne

Regarded as a timeless icon, Kylie Minogue is one of the most popular singer-songwriters of her generation. Referred to as the Princess of Pop and Goddess of Pop, she is the best-selling female Australian musician of all time. Also known as the Mother of Reinvention, Kylie is revered for her contribution to fashion and music.

Birthdate: October 26, 1967

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: Whangārei

Four-time Grammy-winner Keith Urban had already tasted success in Australia, before making his American debut with a platinum-certified solo album. He knows how to play a variety of instruments, including the sitar, guitar, piano, and mandolin. His track Somebody Like You was named Billboard’s greatest country hit of the 2000s.

Birthdate: October 8, 1939

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: Sydney

Paul Hogan is an Australian actor and television presenter. He is credited with popularizing the Crocodile Dundee film series with his award-winning portrayal of Michael "Crocodile" Dundee in the movie series. Such is his popularity in Australia that Hogan was made a member of the Order of Australia for service to entertainment and tourism.

Birthdate: July 24, 1979

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Balmain

Rose Byrne is one of the most popular actresses from Australia. In addition to appearing in dramas and thrillers, she has also established herself as a comedic actress. A supporter of UNICEF Australia, she is also the ambassador for Young Actors Studio, which is part of the National Institute of Dramatic Art.

Birthdate: June 7, 1990

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: Sydney

Rapper Iggy Azalea is known for her viral and chart-topping tracks Pu$$y, Two Times, and Fancy. A high-school dropout, she had worked illegally in Miami, before she hit the jackpot with her Billboard-topping debut album, The New Classic. She was the first non-American female rapper to top the Billboard chart.

Birthdate: July 1, 1989

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Perth

Daniel Ricciardo is an Italian-Australian racing driver. He currently competes in Formula One for McLaren. Over the years, Ricciardo has had eight Grand Prix victories, including a win at the 2021 Italian Grand Prix, in Formula One. He has also received several awards like BRDC The Bruce McLaren Trophy. In 2014, he was named GQ Australia Sportsman of the Year.

Birthdate: January 22, 1960

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Sydney

Died: November 22, 1997

Michael Hutchence, co-founder of the Australian rock band INXS, was known for his wild lifestyle, his affairs with celebrities, and his history of drug abuse. He was named to News.com’s list of the 15 greatest Australian singers of all time but unfortunately died by suicide in a Sydney hotel room.

Birthdate: March 31, 1955

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Glasgow

Angus Young, AC/DC co-founder, lead guitarist, and songwriter, migrated to Australia at 13. After dropping out of school at 15, he started playing instruments. Named the Best Australian Guitarist of All Time by Australian Guitar magazine, he is known for his uniform outfits and for reviving Chuck Berry's "duck walk."

Birthdate: August 2, 1976

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Surrey

Height: 5'10" (178 cm)

Birthdate: December 18, 1975

Sun Sign: Sagittarius

Birthplace: Adelaide

Australian singer-songwriter, voice-actress and director Sia Furler rose to fame with albums like We Are Born. Moving on, she bolstered her career with albums like 1000 Forms of Fear that debuted atop the U.S. Billboard 200 chart and singles like Cheap Thrills, her first Billboard Hot 100 number-one. Furler has also co-written hit songs like Diamonds, Titanium and Wild Ones.

Birthdate: June 20, 1909

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: Battery Point

Died: October 14, 1959

Regarded as the successor to Douglas Fairbanks, Errol Flynn was an Australian-born actor who gained recognition in the Golden Age of Hollywood mainly because of his romantic swashbuckler roles. He also achieved fame for his reputation as a womanizer and party animal in personal life. His career and life inspired several films, such as My Wicked, Wicked Ways and Flynn.

Birthdate: August 9, 1968

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Melbourne

Eric Bana, better known as Nero from Star Trek, initially gained fame with the series Full Frontal. The Australian actor made a mark in Hollywood with movies such as Hulk, Troy, and Munich. He loves racing and donates to charities related to causes such as mental-illness awareness and animal welfare.

Birthdate: October 5, 1967

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: Ely

Guy Pearce is best known as Mike Young from the series Neighbours. Fans loved his Emmy-winning performance in the miniseries Mildred Pierce. He won a Saturn Award for his role in Memento and a SAG Award for his performance in The King’s Speech. Guy is also involved in animal welfare.

Birthdate: July 9, 1946

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Forfar

Died: February 19, 1980

Bon Scott worked with bands such as The Spektors, Valentines, and Fraternity before joining the Australian hard rock band AC/DC, replacing lead singer Dave Evans in 1974. He was one of Classic Rock’s 100 Greatest Frontmen of All Time. Following his death, AC/DC released a best-selling album as a tribute.

Birthdate: September 13, 1969

Sun Sign: Virgo

Birthplace: Victoria

Died: March 4, 2022

Shane Warne was a formerAustralian cricket player, best known for his leg-break bowling. Widely regarded as one of the greatest spin bowlers of all time, Warne was the second-highest wicket-takerin test cricket. He was also one of the most controversial cricketers. In 2013,Shane Warne was inducted intothe ICC Cricket Hall of Fame.

Birthdate: April 20, 1983

Sun Sign: Taurus

Birthplace: Sydney

One of the highest-earning models according to Forbes, Miranda Kerr was the first Victoria's Secret model from Australia. Known for her attractive physique, she is often named in the sexiest women in the world lists by several magazines. She has used her fame and beauty to launch a brand of skincare products called KORA Organics.

Birthdate: March 2, 1980

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: Sydney

Australian actress, Rebel Wilson, started her acting career with television in Australia and then gained wider recognition after appearing in Hollywood films. Struck by Lightning, Bachelorette, Isn't It Romantic, The Hustle, Cats and Jojo Rabbit are some of the notable films she hasacted in. She received critical appreciation for the 2012 film,Pitch Perfect, and subsequently acted in its two sequels.

Birthdate: June 26, 1997

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Brisbane

Australian heartthrob Jacob Elordi was a film buff since an early age and wanted to become an actor like his idol, Heath Ledger. Following a debut in a musical and few more acting assignments, he ultimately hit it big with Netflix teen film The Kissing Booth and HBO series Euphoria.Jacob Elordi is also abudding young activist and has spoken out in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.

Birthdate: February 11, 1997

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Auckland

Roseanne Park , better known as Rosé, gained fame as part of the South Korean girl group Blackpink. She was featured on G-Dragon's hit track Without You. She has also endorsed Kiss Me and Yves Saint Laurent. As of 2021, she was the most-followed Korean personality on Instagram.

Birthdate: February 4, 1975

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Sydney

Australian singer-songwriter, model, and actress Natalie Imbruglia aspired for a career in the show business since her youth. Beginning her career with minor roles in commercials, she worked hard to make a name for herself in the entertainment industry. She has acted in many hit films and is also active as a singer with many records to her credit.

Birthdate: April 3, 1969

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Melbourne

Ben Mendelsohn is best known for his Emmy-winning portrayal of Danny Rayburn in the series Bloodline and for his AACTA Award-winning performance in Animal Kingdom. He has also mesmerized audiences with his roles in The Dark Knight Rises and The Outsider. He has appeared as Talos in two Marvel movies.

Birthdate: November 1, 1972

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: Glebe

Toni Collette is an Australian actress, singer, producer, and songwriter. A critically acclaimed actress, Collette is known for her work in feature films as well as in independent films. Collette has won several prestigious awards, such as a Primetime Emmy Award, Golden Globe Award, and Critics' Choice Awards. Collette also supports many charitable organizations like Feeding America and Amnesty International.

Birthdate: April 29, 1996

Sun Sign: Taurus

Birthplace: Perth

Australian actress, Katherine Langford, gained international fame with her role in the Netflix TV series 13 Reasons Why. She developed an early interest in acting despite not having any family connection to the field. Active in the entertainment industry since 2015, she has been nominated for many awards, including a Golden Globe.

Birthdate: July 20, 1996

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Melbourne

Ben Simmons, son of Australian basketball player Dave Simmons, initially played for LSU and was then drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers. Ben was named the 2018 NBA Rookie of the Year and the NBA All-Star in 2019 and 2020. He has also played for the Australian national team.

Birthdate: August 16, 2003

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Waterloo

Australian rapper and hip-hop artist The Kid Laroi was mentored by the late rapper Juice Wrld. He shot to fame with the tracks Let Her Go, Diva, the Billboard-charting Go, and Addison Rae. He is immensely popular on Instagram and YouTube, where he has millions of followers.

Birthdate: January 6, 1953

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: Glasgow

Died: November 18, 2017

Malcolm Young was an Australian musician. He is credited with co-founding the popular rock band AC/DC. He is also credited with popularizing the band and was described by many as the leader and the driving force of the band. Widely regarded as one of the best rhythm guitarists ever, Young was a leading exponent of rhythm guitar in rock music.

Birthdate: July 30, 1982

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Werrington Downs

The quintessential action heroine of Australia, Yvonne Strahovski is popular for playing roles that require her to perform dangerous stunts. In 2011, she was adjudged the Fun Fearless Female of the Year by Cosmopolitanmagazine. Also known for her good looks, Yvonne Strahovski was named in Maxim Hot 100 list in 2012.

Birthdate: July 6, 1951

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Toowoomba

Height: 6'0" (183 cm)

Birthdate: March 29, 1964

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Killara

Elle Macpherson is an Australian model, actress, television host, and businesswoman. Best known for her record five appearances on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, Macpherson went on to found a series of business ventures, such as The Body and Elle Macpherson Intimates. Also known for her philanthropic work, Macpherson serves as an ambassador for organizations like UNICEF.

Birthdate: March 20, 1986

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: Melbourne

Ruby Rose is an Australian actress, model, and TV presenter. After coming out as a lesbian at the age of 12, Ruby faced many difficulties and has experienced suicidal thoughts throughout her life. Despite struggling with mental health issues, Ruby has gone on to establish herself in the field of entertainment, thereby serving as an inspiration to many across the world.

Birthdate: February 26, 1986

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: Adelaide

Teresa Palmer is best known for her roles in movies such as The Choice, Lights Out, I Am Number Four, and The Grudge 2. She worked in malls and wished to work in animal welfare, before being scouted by an agent. Her first full-fledged film, 2:37, was featured at Cannes.

Birthdate: July 30, 1969

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Launceston

Best known as Patrick Jane from The Mentalist, Australian actor Simon Baker was an avid surfer in his younger days. He won a Logie Award for his role in the series E Street and had a leading role in The Guardian, too. He has also appeared in films such as L.A. Confidential.

Birthdate: August 27, 1908

Sun Sign: Virgo

Birthplace: Cootamundra

Died: February 25, 2001

Australian cricketer, Sir Donald Bradman, is widely acknowledged as the greatest batsman of all time. He started playing cricket as a young man and scored numerous records within a few years. In a career spanning around two decades, he retired witha career test batting average of 99.94. He retained a pre-eminent position in the game for decades following his retirement.

Birthdate: October 25, 1989

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: Canberra

Height: 5'4" (163 cm)

Birthdate: November 22, 1994

Sun Sign: Sagittarius

Birthplace: Perth

Australian actor Dacre Montgomery is best known for his roles of Jason Scott/Red Ranger in the movie Power Rangers and Billy Hargrove in the Netflix series Stranger Things. He was also seen as Mike in A Few Less Men. In 2019, he launched his podcast DLKM, which showcased his poetry.

Birthdate: July 24, 1998

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Buderim

Daughter of legendary Australian wildlife expert The Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin, Bindi Irwin has followed in her father’s footsteps and is now a renowned conservationist and TV personality. Her stint on Bindi the Jungle Girl made her the youngest Daytime Emmy winner. She is also associated with the Australia Zoo.

Birthdate: November 5, 1980

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: Melbourne

The oldest of the famous Hemsworth brothers, Luke Hemsworth is also an actor like his younger siblings. A famous TV actor in Australia, Luke Hemsworth has also appeared in American films, such as Hickok, Encounter, and Crypto. A popular figure in Australia, Luke was chosen as the newest face of Tourism Australia in 2018.

Birthdate: July 3, 1971

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Townsville

Julian Assange made headlines all over the world in 2010 when WikiLeaks, a non-profit organization founded by him, gained international attention after publishing leaks, such as the Afghanistan war logs and Iraq war logs. After dodging arrest for several years, he was finally arrested in 2019 and is currently imprisoned in HM Prison Belmarsh.

Birthdate: March 15, 1986

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: Sydney

Height: 6'2" (188 cm)