Les Dennis – Born In 1953, Garston, Liverpool

TV host Les Dennis has been in the business since the ’70s. One of his characteristic endeavors is his hosting gig on Channel 4’s “Countdown” and his 15-year stint as the showrunner of “Family Fortunes.” He has also dabbled in radio, TV programs, game events, movies, and theater.

Despite his good fortune in having a wonderful family, the actor from “Coronation Street” told HELLO! magazine in 2020 that his birthday that year was very meaningful because of his father’s passing. Dennis had come a long way, working at a clothing store before he gained traction in stand-up comedy, and the rest is history.

Pauline Quirke – Born in 1959, London Borough of Hackney

Pauline Quirke stole the limelight with her youthful charm and infectious talent. From her early days as a child performer on “Dixon of Dock Green,” she embarked on an incredible journey to stardom. However, her unforgettable portrayal of Sharon in the sitcom “Birds of a Feather” truly launched her into the stratosphere.

But Pauline didn’t rest on her laurels. She remained a force to be reckoned with, appearing in numerous films and TV shows, showcasing her versatility and captivating audiences with her acting prowess. While she bid farewell to the world of acting in 2017, her remarkable contributions to British television and theater continue to be celebrated.

Anne Reid – Born In 1935, Newcastle upon Tyne

Anne Reid is a veteran of the screen and stage. Her achievement in Roger Michell’s film “The Mother,” opposite Daniel Craig, earned her nomination for Best Actress at the British Independent Film Awards, among others, and the London Critics Circle Award for Best British Actress. She has been in several shows, including “Life Begins,” a British comedy-drama that aired on ITV in 2004 in which she played Brenda.

She co-starred in the new BBC comedy “Hold the Sunset” with Alison Steadman and John Cleese in 2018 and 2019. For the BBC in 2019, Reid co-starred with Emma Thompson in the six-part drama program “Years and Years.”

Charles Shaughnessy – Born In 1955, London

Charles Shaughnessy, also known as the 5th Baron Shaughnessy, is a well-known actor in the United Kingdom. The roles on American television that made him famous include those of Shane Donovan on the soap opera “Days of Our Lives” and Maxwell Sheffield on the television series “The Nanny.” He also played the character of John Powell on “Mad Men.”

Shaughnessy has been cast as the villain Victor Cassadine on the ABC daily soap opera “General Hospital” as of 2022, making him a permanent series on the show. He committed to becoming a part of the program on an ongoing basis by signing a multi-year deal.

Joely Richardson – Born In 1965, Marylebone, London

Even though her career has spanned decades, beginning with her premiere in “The Charge of the Light Brigade” in 1968 at the tender age of three, it’s safe to say that Joely Richardson experienced both success and failure. That’s the kind of upbringing you get when your parents are Tony and Vanessa Redgrave, a renowned film director and an equally acclaimed actress.

In a September 2022 interview with Richard Godwin, the actress spoke openly about embracing change and getting her private life in order. Richardson, who played the lead in Netflix’s “The Sandman” in 2022, once considered a career in tennis but she followed her family tradition and became an actor instead.