Famous Names aged 59 Page 6
Percussionist
Age :59
Evelyn Glennie, a deaf percussionist, renowned for her exceptional ability to perceive music through vibrations, inspiring audiences globally.
Children's Book Writer
Age :59
Eoin Colfer, an Irish author, gained global recognition for his captivating fantasy and science fiction novels, especially the renowned "Artemis Fowl" series.
Physicist
Age :59 (deceased)
Anders Ångström was a Swedish physicist and a founder of spectroscopy. He is best known for having the Ångström unit named after him, which is used to measure wavelengths of light and interatomic spacings in condensed matter.
Movie Actor
Age :59
Actor, environmentalist, and health advocate Woody Harrelson gained fame through notable roles in "Cheers" and "The Hunger Games." He's also known for his commitment to sustainability and a plant-based lifestyle.
Music Producer
Age :59
Moby is an American musician, singer, and DJ known for his electronic music, particularly his acclaimed album "Play" and hit singles like "Porcelain" and "Natural Blues".
Producer
Age :59
Ryan Murphy is an American television writer, director, and producer known for creating and producing popular series such as Glee, American Horror Story, and American Crime Story. He made headlines in 2018 when he signed a massive content deal with Netflix.
Composer | Movie Actor | Music Department
Age :59
Ari Lehman is an American actor and singer known for playing the role of the First Jason Voorhees in the film 'Friday the 13th' (1980).
Movie Actress | Producer
Age :59
Alexandra Vandernoot is a Belgian actress known for her role as Tessa Noël in the fantasy series 'Highlander: The Series'.
Fiction Writer | Producer | Screenwriter
Age :59
Laeta Kalogridis is an American screenwriter and producer known for her work on films like Shutter Island and Alexander.
Movie Actress | Producer
Age :59
Tracy Griffith is an American actress, sushi chef, and painter, best known for being one of the world's first female sushi chefs.
TV Actor
Age :59 (deceased)
James Michael Tyler was an American actor best known for his portrayal of Gunther on the NBC sitcom Friends.
Auto Racing Driver
Age :59
Carl Fogarty is the most successful World Superbike rider of all time, winning four world titles in the 1990s on a Ducati.
Movie Actress
Age :59
Shirley Henderson is a Scottish actress known for her roles in the Harry Potter films and Bridget Jones movies.
Movie Actress | Soundtrack
Age :59 (deceased)
Edna May Oliver was an American stage and film actress known for her portrayals of witty maiden aunts.
Movie Actor | Soundtrack
Age :59
Anthony DeSando is an American actor known for his roles in TV shows like L.A. Law, Crossing Jordan, NYPD Blue, Without a Trace, CSI: Miami, and Sex and the City.
Bodybuilder
Age :59
Shawn Ray, also known as the Giant Killer, is a former professional bodybuilder and author. He is widely recognized as one of the best bodybuilders in history, consistently ranking in the top 5 at the Mr. Olympia competition for 12 consecutive years.
Director | Fiction Writer | Producer
Age :59
Harald Zwart is a Norwegian film director known for his early start in filmmaking and his highest-grossing film, The Karate Kid.
Sports Newscaster
Age :59
Mike Bushell is an English sports presenter for the BBC known for his record-breaking feat of crossing a mile of water in a Zorb.
Movie Actor | Soundtrack
Age :59
Sergi López is a Spanish actor known for his versatility in playing villains, as well as romantic and comedic roles.
Children's Author
Age :59
Lauren Child is an English children's author and illustrator best known for the Charlie and Lola picture book series and other book series.
Comedian
Age :59
Steve Coogan is a renowned comedian known for his iconic role as Alan Partridge.
Executive | Miscellaneous Crew | Producer
Age :59
Alison Owen is a British film producer known for her work on critically acclaimed films like "Elizabeth" and "Shakespeare in Love".







