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Hey there! Today we're spilling the tea on 10 cool celebs who popped out on June 16. From Hollywood stars to rockin’ authors, these folks make this day extra special. Ready for some quick and fun celeb facts? Let’s dive in!

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John Cho: The King of Cool, 54

John Cho: The King of Cool, 54

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John Cho is that guy who’s been in everything—Harold & Kumar, Searching, you name it. Before he was dazzling us on screen, he was teaching English lit. Bet you didn’t see that one coming!

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    Daniel Brühl: The Language Wizard, 48

    Daniel Brühl: The Language Wizard, 48

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    Daniel Brühl can act in like five languages, including German, Spanish, and French. His breakout in Good Bye, Lenin! made him a global star. Basically, he speaks more languages than most of us can name!

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    Missy Peregrym: Hockey Goalie Turned TV Star, 44

    Missy Peregrym: Hockey Goalie Turned TV Star, 44

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    Missy started as a hockey goalie before swapping the rink for the cameras. You’ve probably seen her rocking it on Rookie Blue and FBI. Talk about a cool career switch!

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    Sibel Kekilli: From Nightclub Manager to Game of Thrones Star, 46

    Sibel Kekilli: From Nightclub Manager to Game of Thrones Star, 46

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    Sibel’s journey went from managing nightclubs and dealing with trash to slaying it in Game of Thrones. She’s won awards and fights for women’s rights – a real-life hero!

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    Andy Weir: Sci-Fi Brainiac and Martian Mastermind, 54

    Andy Weir: Sci-Fi Brainiac and Martian Mastermind, 54

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    Andy Weir wrote The Martian in his pajamas and blew up the sci-fi world! Oh, and he can’t picture stuff in his head thanks to aphantasia – wild, right?

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    Joyce Carol Oates: The Novel Machine, 88

    Joyce Carol Oates: The Novel Machine, 88

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    At 88, Joyce has written more books than you’ve had hot dinners – over 50 novels and piles of stories. She started winning writing contests as a teen, proving genius never takes a day off.

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    Clifton Collins Jr.: Actor and Cookbook Co-Author, 56

    Clifton Collins Jr.: Actor and Cookbook Co-Author, 56

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    Clifton’s not just your typical actor. Along with roles in Capote and Traffic, he co-wrote Prison Ramen, a cookbook with recipes from former inmates. Now that’s a plot twist!

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    MC Ren: Gangsta Rap Pioneer and Almost-Soldier, 57

    MC Ren: Gangsta Rap Pioneer and Almost-Soldier, 57

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    MC Ren could have been in the army, but instead, he decided to rule gangsta rap. As part of N.W.A., he helped change music forever. Talk about a life plotted like a blockbuster!

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    Arnold Vosloo: Mummy’s Favorite Villain, 64

    Arnold Vosloo: Mummy’s Favorite Villain, 64

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    Arnold’s dad ran a drive-in theater, and guess who fell in love with movies? Arnold! He’s best known for playing the creepiest high priest ever in The Mummy. Bad guy never looked so good.

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    Justin Tranter: Pop Song Wizard and Activist, 46

    Justin Tranter: Pop Song Wizard and Activist, 46

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    Justin makes pop hits that get stuck in your head and also fights for causes close to their heart. Fun fact: their mom’s jewelry biz inspired Justin’s knack for cool merch design. Talent runs in the family!

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