Happy birthday to Winona Ryder, Gabrielle Union, and Tracee Ellis Ross! October 29 brings another round of star power, and we’re
marking the occasion by celebrating 10 familiar faces born on this day.
Dive in for quick facts and links to each celebrity’s profile, and tell us if you share your day with any of these stars in the comments below.
#1 Actress Winona Ryder, 55
Celebrated for her expressive portrayals and gothic charm, American actress Winona Ryder rose to international prominence in nineties cinema. She earned Oscar nominations for The Age of Innocence and Little Women before capturing modern audiences as Joyce Byers in Stranger Things.
Off screen, she remains a passionate literary enthusiast.
Little-known fact:
Her middle name was inspired by Laura Huxley, wife of author Aldous Huxley, who was a close friend of her parents.
Image source: Wikimedia Commons
#2 Actress Gabrielle Union, 54
Celebrated for her magnetic charm and sharp comedic instincts, American actress Gabrielle Union first captured international attention in the hit movie Bring It On. She later anchored the hit series Being Mary Jane, published bestselling memoirs, and earned an NAACP Image Award for her tel...