Hey there! Today’s the day to celebrate some seriously cool celebs like Halsey, Zachary Levi, and Chrissy Metz. We’ve rounded up 10 fun stars who were born on September 29 so you can say “Happy Birthday!” or just geek out on some quick, neat celeb facts. Ready? Let’s jump right in!
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Halsey: The Electropop Queen, 32
Halsey doesn’t just make catchy electropop — she makes it feel like a late-night chat with your feelings. Her debut album Badlands is a platinum hit, and she’s got a makeup brand that’s basically a vibe. Oh, and she rocks the violin and cello too! Fun twist: her stage name “Halsey” is a clever remix of her real name, Ashley, inspired by a subway stop in Brooklyn.
Zachary Levi: The Superhero Smile, 46
Zachary Levi lights up screens with a winning grin — from goofy tech guy to the lightning-powered Shazam! And who can forget his lovable voice in Tangled? Offstage, he’s all about supporting mental health for kids. Here’s a twist: he almost missed out on a Thor role because of scheduling—luckily, he caught up later.
Chrissy Metz: The Heartfelt Star, 46
Chrissy Metz makes you feel all the feels, especially as Kate on This Is Us. She’s got a music side too with her band, Chrissy and the Vapors. Oh, and she co-writes popular kids’ books! Bet you didn’t know she once worked as her own agent’s assistant before hitting it big.
Ian McShane: The Ultimate Screen Badass, 84
Ian McShane’s got that voice and stare you instantly respect (or fear). From his award-winning role in Deadwood to being the smooth Winston in John Wick, this guy’s got range. Fun fact: he dropped out of drama school to dive straight into acting — bold move, right?
Andrew Dice Clay: The Outrageous Legend, 69
Andrew Dice Clay brought leather jackets and attitude to comedy like nobody else. Sold out Madison Square Garden (twice!), starred in movies, and hosts a podcast that’s a blast. Odd habit: after quitting smoking, he kept holding fake cigs on stage — talk about dedication to the act.
Sasha Lane: The Beach Discovery Star, 31
Imagine being spotted on a beach and then nailing movie roles! That’s Sasha Lane for you. She shined in American Honey and popped up in Loki. Oh, and she’s secretly a poet too. Bonus tidbit: she rocked a pride campaign alongside her brother - family goals!
Kelly McCreary: The Grey’s Anatomy Star, 45
Kelly McCreary nailed her role on Grey’s Anatomy and even rocked Broadway. She’s all about justice off-screen and fits in yoga sessions like a pro. Here’s a wild story: she once quit acting to work on a farm in Spain. Talk about a plot twist!
Les Claypool: The Bass Wizard, 63
Les Claypool is the bass player who slapped his way into alt metal fame with Primus. When not rocking out, he’s sipping from his own California winery. Fun note: during a Metallica audition, he jammed on some Isley Brothers—because why not?
Russell Peters: The Global Laugh Machine, 56
Russell Peters cracked the code on multicultural comedy and broke Netflix records with his stand-up. He also dabbles in producing cool documentaries. Did you know? He boxed for nine years to build up confidence — from punches to punchlines, quite the journey!
Erika Eleniak: The Baywatch Babe, 57
Erika Eleniak became a household name running along California beaches on Baywatch. She starred in Under Siege and even teaches acting now! And surprise: she’s a certified wedding planner and ordained minister who’s been fascinated by world religions forever.

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