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They can thank their zodiac sign for their success.
By Samantha Maffucci — Written on Nov 22, 2020
The analyzers, the servers, and the critics, Virgo is the sixth house of the zodiac, encompassing the days between August 23 and September 22. And in Hollywood, Virgo celebrities are no strangers to these traits.
Virgos are Earth signs, meaning they value being diligent, stable, and practical. Like their fellow earth signs, Capricorn and Taurus, they can also be very materialistic. Above everything else, Virgos are perfectionists.
If you take a look at famous Virgos throughout history, there's no doubt their success is a result of their personality.
Virgos are also mutable zodiac signs, meaning they can adapt to and adjust to any situation. This translates even if they have reached celebrity status.
Virgo celebrities, ranging from quirky to over the top, have provided us with some of the best music, movies, television shows, and sports games we have seen. This is driven by their need and desire to work hard, and provide people with the very best they can offer, even without gratitude.
50 Famous Virgo Celebrities
Here are 50 Virgo celebrities and their accomplishments; you'll see why Virgos are so successful.
1. Beyoncé
Birthday: September 4, 1981
Beyoncé is not only Queen B, but she’s one of the world’s best-selling musical artists. With over 100 million records sold worldwide, her hits as a solo artist include “Crazy in Love,” “Halo,” “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It),” “Formation,” and “Hold Up,” just to name a select few.
2. Pink
Birthday: September 8, 1979
Another amazing musician, Pink has sold over 90 million records and is yet another one of the best-selling music artists in the world. Her most popular songs include “So What,” “Trouble,” “Just Like a Pill,” and “Get the Party Started.”
3. Colin Firth
Birthday: September 10, 1960
This English actor received wide recognition for his role in the television adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, but later went on to star in films like Bridget Jokes’s Diary, Shakespeare in Love, Love Actually, and The King’s Speech.
4. Prince Harry
Birthday: September 15, 1984
Sixth in line for the British throne, Prince Harry has been in the public spotlight since birth. The son of Princess Diana and Prince Charles, Harry served in the army, and eventually went on to marry Meghan Markle. Dubbed “Megxit,” Harry and Meghan made the decision to “step back” from the royal family and moved to Los Angeles.
5. Amy Poehler
Birthday: September 16, 1971
This funny lady got her start doing improv at Second City in Chicago, and later went on to co-found Upright Citizens Brigade Theater. She was a cast member on Saturday Night Live, and gained wide recognition for her main role on Parks and Recreation. She’s also appeared or starred in Inside Out, Shrek the Third, and Sisters.
6. Salma Hayek
Birthday: September 2, 1966
Hayek originally began her career starring in Mexican telenovelas and films, and eventually moved to Hollywood. She’s starred in Dogma, Frida, Grown Ups, Tale of Tales, and Like a Boss, among others.
7. Padma Lakshmi
Birthday: September 1, 1970
While Lakshmi is most well known for being a host and judge on Top Chef, she’s also a published author. She’s released three cookbooks and a memoir, and her new show, Taste the Nation, premiered in June 2020.
8. Keanu Reeves
Birthday: September 2, 1964
Though he’s most famous for The Matrix, Reeves also appeared in Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, Point Break, Speed, The Lake House, John Wick, and recently lent his voice to Toy Story 4.
9. Michael Jackson
Birthday: August 29, 1958
The King of Pop is known as one of the greatest musicians of all-time, starting his career as one-fifth of the Jackson 5. His solo career produced hits like “Beat It,” “Thriller,” “Billie Jean,” “Smooth Criminal,” “P.Y.T.,” and “Bad.”
10. Michael Keaton
Birthday: September 5, 1951
Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice! Keaton played the title character in that film, but also is known for his roles in Johnny Dangerously, Batman, Batman Returns, The Paper, Robocop, Spotlight, and Spider-Man: Homecoming.
11. Ryan Phillippe
Birthday: September 10, 1974
Phillipe isn’t just the ex-husband of Reese Witherspoon — he’s also a talented actor. He’s starred in I Know What You Did Last Summer, Cruel Intentions, Crash, Breach, The Bang-Bang Club, and Shooter.
12. Amy Winehouse
Birthday: September 14, 1983
Though the world lost Winehouse at just 27 years old, she was an international success following the release of her second album, “Back to Black.” Her great songs include “Rehab,” “You Know I’m No Good,” “Tears Dry on Their Own,” and “Valerie.”
13. Idris Elba
Birthday: September 6, 1972
English actor Idris Elba is not only hunky, he’s also insanely talented. He’s starred on The Wire, in Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, American Gangster, Thor and its sequels, Pacific Rim, Zootopia, and The Jungle Book.
14. Michelle Williams
Birthday: September 9, 1980
While this actress keeps her life very private, especially after the passing of her ex-partner, Heath Ledger, Williams has given wonderful performances in Dawson's Creek, and films like Brokeback Mountain, Blue Valentine, Shutter Island, Manchester by the Sea, My Week with Marilyn, and the mini series Fosse/Verdon.
15. Taraji P. Henson
Birthday: September 11, 1970
Though Henson is very well known for her role on Empire, she’s also acted in Hustle & Flow, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Date Night, Person of Interest, Think Like a Man, and Hidden Figures.
16. Keke Palmer
Birthday: August 26, 1993
Palmer is an actress and singer, releasing a studio album and starring in Akeelah and the Bee, Animal, Hustlers, Jump In!, as well as the shows Winx Club, Scream Queens and True Jackson VP.
17. Tommy Lee Jones
Birthday: September 15, 1946
With a career spanning decades, Tommy Lee Jones is most known for The Fugitive. He also starred in the Men in Black films, No Country for Old Men, Batman Forever, Captain America: The First Avenger, Natural Born Killers, Lincoln, and Coal Miner's Daughter.
18. Kobe Bryant
Birthday: August 23, 1978
Before the tragic passing of this basketball superstar, Bryant played for the Los Angeles Lakers for 20 seasons! He was a 5-time NBA champion, 18-time All-Star, and a two-time NBA Finals MVP.
19. Emmy Rossum
Birthday: September 12, 1986
Rossum is well-known for playing Fiona Gallagher on Shameless, but also starred in the Phantom of the Opera movie, as well as Mystic River, The Day After Tomorrow, and Inside Out.
20. Rupert Grint
Birthday: August 24, 1988
Grint’s most famous role was as Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter films. But he also wanted to break free from that one character, and had roles in Driving Lessons, Wild Target, Into the White, Snatch, and Servant.
21. Evan Rachel Wood
Birthday: September 7, 1987
Wood is perhaps most recognizable for her breakthrough role in Thirteen, but has also acted in movies like Running with Scissors, Across the Universe, and The Wrestler, and shows like True Blood and Westworld.
22. Adam Sandler
Birthday: September 9, 1966
Funny guy Adam Sandler got his start on Saturday Night Live, and then went on to star in multiple winning films: Happy Gilmore, Big Daddy, The Longest Yard, The Wedding Singer, Click, Blended, and Billy Madison, to name a few.
23. Tim Burton
Birthday: August 25, 1958
Burton is a filmmaker, known for his frequent collaborations with Johnny Depp and his ex-partner, Helena Bonham Carter. His credits include Edward Scissorhands, Sleepy Hollow, Corpse Bride, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, Big Fish, and Alice in Wonderland.
24. Cameron Diaz
Birthday: August 30, 1972
This actress has starred in so many great movies, including The Mask, My Best Friend’s Wedding, There’s Something About Mary, Charlie’s Angels, Bad Teacher, and the Shrek films.
25. Stephen King
Birthday: September 21, 1947
Reading King’s novels and short stories brings a chill down your spine. Of his 61 novels, the most well known include Misery, The Shining, It, Carrie, ‘Salem’s Lot, Pet Sematary, The Green Mile, and Cujo.
26. Armie Hammer
Birthday: August 28, 1986
Armie Hammer is perhaps best known for Call Me By Your Name, as well as The Social Network. He also starred in The Lone Ranger, The Man from U.N.C.L.E., and On the Basis of Sex.
27. Zendaya
Birthday: September 1, 1996
Zendaya grew up before our eyes on the Disney Channel, starring in Shake It Up. She then went on to star in The Greatest Showman, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Spider-Man: Far from Home, and Euphoria. She’s also put out hit songs, including “Replay” and “Swag It Out.”
28. Chris Pine
Birthday: August 26, 1980
Chris Pine first appeared on screen in The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement, but later gained recognition for playing Kirk in the Star Trek reboot films, and also starred in Unstoppable, Into the Woods, Hell or High Water, Wonder Woman, and A Wrinkle in Time.
29. Niall Horan
Birthday: September 13, 1993
Known for being a member of One Direction after auditioning solo on The X Factor, Horan later released his own singles, including “This Town” and “Slow Hands.” He’s had two studio albums so far!
30. Gene Simmons
Birthday: August 25, 1949
The front man for KISS allegedly has a tongue that’s 7 inches long! But the greatest songs from the band include “I Love It Loud,” “Detroit Rock City,” “Heaven’s On Fire,” and “Rock and Roll All Night.”
31. Alexander Skarsgård
Birthday: August 25, 1976
The son of famous actor Stellan Skarsgård, Alexander Skarsgård rose to prominence for his role in the TV show True Blood, and later went on to star in roles in Big Little Lies, Melancholia, and The Legend of Tarzan.
32. Jimmy Fallon
Birthday: September 19, 1974
This former Saturday Night Live cast member is now the host of his very own late-night talk show, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon! In addition to roles in Taxi and Fever Pitch, he also has five books and two comedy albums.
33. Richard Gere
Birthday: August 31, 1949
Gere has played some of the most memorable roles, including in Pretty Woman, American Gigolo, Runaway Bride, Primal Fear, Chicago, Unfaithful, The Double, and Sommersby.
34. Lili Reinhart
Birthday: September 13, 1996
Aside from her relationship with ex-boyfriend Cole Sprouse, Reinhart has made a name for herself. She stars in the series Riverdale and has appeared in the movie Hustlers.
35. Nick Jonas
Birthday: September 16, 1992
One-third of the Jonas Brothers Band, Jonas eventually put out his own solo albums, releasing hits like “Jealous,” "Numb," "Avalanche," "Chains," "Find You," and “Close.”
36. Blake Lively
Birthday: August 25, 1987
Initially getting her start on Gossip Girl, Lively went on to star in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants films, Savages, A Simple Favor, and The Age of Adaline. Plus, isn’t her relationship with Ryan Reynolds serious #couplesgoals?
37. Nas
Birthday: September 14, 1973
Not to be confused with Lil Nas X, rapper Nas has a total of 12 albums, giving us songs like “Rewind,” “One Mic,” “Nas Is Like,” “I Can,” “Ether,” "Patience," "Made You Look," “Nah Mean,” and "One Love."
38. Jack Black
Birthday: August 28, 1969
This funny guy is not only one-half of the band Tenacious D, but he’s proven his acting skills in films like Shallow Hal, King Kong, High Fidelity, School of Rock, and Tropic Thunder.
39. Melissa McCarthy
Birthday: August 26, 1970
Though McCarthy started with roles in Gilmore Girls and Samantha Who?, she later went on to star in Mike & Molly, Bridesmaids (who could forget that infamous food poisoning scene?), Identity Thief, Spy, St. Vincent, Tammy, and The Heat.
40. Tom Hardy
Birthday: September 15, 1977
Hardy has starred in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, The Revenant, Mad Max: Fury Road, Inception, Dunkirk, Venom, and television shows like Oliver Twist, The Virgin Queen, Peaky Blinders, and Taboo.
41. Michael Bublé
Birthday: September 9, 1975
Though the world jokes that Bublé is only thawed around wintertime, he’s sold over 40 million records worldwide. Some of his hits include “Home,” “Haven’t Met You Yet,” “Sway,” “Forever Now.”
42. Jennifer Hudson
Birthday: September 12, 1981
This powerful singer jumped to fame after being a finalist on American Idol. Though she placed seventh, she’s since gone on to release record albums, star in Dreamgirls, and appear on broadway in The Color Purple.
43. Bill Murray
Birthday: September 21, 1950
Deadpan actor Billy Murray got his start on Saturday Night Live, eventually starring in Caddyshack, Tootsie, Ghostbusters, Lost in Translation, Charlie's Angels, Rushmore, St. Vincent, and Stripes.
44. Nicole Richie
Birthday: September 21, 1981
Though she starred on The Simple Life alongside Paris Hilton, Richie went on to become a fashion designer and author. She’s been featured in fashion magazines including Nylon, Elle, Marie Claire, and Glamour.
45. Jason Derulo
Birthday: September 21, 1989
Everyone, at one point or another, has sang "Jason Derulo" in their heads. Selling over 28 million records, Derulo has given us catchy tunes like “Talk Dirty,” “Whatcha Say,” “In My Head,” “Savage Love,” “Wiggle,” and “Ridin’ Solo.”
46. Alexis Bledel
Birthday: September 16, 1981
This actress is most known for playing Rory Gilmore on Gilmore Girls. She’s since gone on to star in The Handmaid’s Tale, Tuck Everlasting, Sin City, and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants films.
47. Jada Pinkett Smith
Birthday: September 18, 1971
Though she's made headlines for her “entanglement,” Pinkett Smith starred on A Different World, The Nutty Professor, Scream 2, Magic Mike XXL, Bad Moms, and Gotham.
48. Shania Twain
Birthday: August 28, 1965
“Man, I feel like a woman!” That’s just one hit from this Canadian singer/songwriter. Her other bops include “Any Man of Mine,” “You’re Still the One,” and “From This Moment On.”
49. Harry Connick Jr.
Birthday: September 11, 1967
With over 28 million albums sold, Connick Jr. has released 26 albums! He’s also appeared on Will & Grace, as well as in Memphis Belle, Copycat, Hope Floats, and P.S. I Love You.
50. George R. R. Martin
Birthday: September 20, 1948
You can’t watch HBO without knowing who “GRRM” is. Not only is he the creator and writer of the Game of Thrones book series, but he’s also a producer and screenwriter. Now, give us The Winds of Winter already, George!
Samantha Maffucci is an editor for YourTango who focuses on writing trending news and entertainment pieces.