Hey there! Let’s have some quick fun meeting 10 celebs born on April 27. Buckle up for speedy facts and cool tidbits about these starry birthday pals!
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Lizzo: Flute Player-Turned-Pop Queen, 38
Melissa Viviane Jefferson, aka Lizzo, went from practicing the flute for eight years to making us all dance with hits like “Truth Hurts” and “About Damn Time.” She's the queen of self-love and good vibes. Fun fact: she once dreamed of joining a pro orchestra before conquering pop music.
Sally Hawkins: The Actress Who’s Been in Star Wars (Almost), 50
Sally Hawkins nails every role she takes—from winning a Golden Globe to rocking an Oscar nod for The Shape of Water. And get this: she was an extra in Star Wars: Episode I while still a student. Talk about a cool job before fame!
Jenna Coleman: The Face of Time Travel and Royal Drama, 40
Jenna Coleman switches hats like a pro—from Doctor Who’s time-travel sidekick to Queen Victoria herself. Oh, and she even lent her voice to a popular video game. Her grandma named her after a TV character, so the drama’s in her genes!
Cory Booker: From Public-Housing Organizer to US Senator, 57
Cory Booker went from living in Newark’s public housing and organizing for change to rocking the Senate and fighting for justice. He’s all about seriously changing communities and doing it with heart.
Patrick Stump: Almost the Drummer, Ended Up the Frontman, 42
Patrick Stump tried out for band drummer, but surprise! He became Fall Out Boy’s lead singer and guitarist instead. A voice like his is hard to ignore.
Eric Schmidt: The Guy Who Helped Google Take Over the World, 71
Eric Schmidt steered Google’s massive rise and now he's flying high in aerospace. Oh, and he originally wanted to be an architecture student before switching gears to electrical engineering. Another win!
William Moseley: The Kid Who Survived a Lightning Strike (Seriously), 39
William Moseley’s known worldwide as the brave Peter Pevensie from Narnia. Fun side story: he got struck by lightning while filming a movie. Yep, he’s basically a real-life hero.
Sheena Easton: From Drama Teacher to Chart-Topping Singer, 67
Sheena Easton started out dreaming of teaching speech and drama, but hit the big time with hits like the James Bond theme "For Your Eyes Only." She snagged two Grammys and even worked with Prince. Talk about a glow-up!
Larry Elder: Radio Star Who Changed Political Channels, 74
Larry Elder has spent decades chatting his way through politics on the radio—and even threw his hat in the ring for California governor. Oh, and once, he was actually a registered Democrat! Plot twist.
Frank Abagnale Jr.: The Ultimate Con Artist Turned FBI Consultant, 78
Frank Abagnale Jr. lived a life straight out of a movie called Catch Me If You Can. After all that sneaky business, he now helps the FBI stop the bad guys. Bonus: he doesn’t take any cash for his FBI work. What a champ.

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