Helena Bonham Carter Top - 10 Celebrities Born in 1966

She first gained American recognition for her Oscar-nominated performance in the 1997 period piece, “The Wings of the Dove.” Carter went on to reach cult status in the David Fincher psychological master-piece “Fight Club,” and has since become Tim Burton's leading lady both on and off the screen. Her work is always inventive, and even when playing an old hag (Big Fish), she is somehow exquisite.

Chris Rock - 10 Celebrities Born in 1966

“How much for a rib?” Chris Rock did it the hard way, honing his comedic skills performing at New York comedy clubs, and working hard to be noticed by anyone who could help him take the next step up the ladder. Raw, vulgar and at times completely offensive, Rock still possessed an innate likability that eventually worked him onto Saturday Night Live, before he ventured into a blockbuster film career as a leading man.

Drew Rosenhaus - 10 Celebrities Born in 1966

The Super-Agent, Drew Rosenhaus has worked with and continues to work with some of the biggest names in all of professional sports. He is a master-negotiator and to many team owners, no doubt an agitator. Regardless, Rosenhaus has a way of selling athletes in a way that is unparalleled.

Halle Berry - 10 Celebrities Born in 1966

Considered by men and women to be one of the most beautiful people in the world, Halle Berry may be as talented as she is beautiful—if that's possible. Berry hit the scene in the late 80s and early 90s with supporting roles, before becoming a multi-million dollar per picture leading lady. She won an Oscar for her performance in 2001's “Monster's Ball.”

J.J. Abrams - 10 Celebrities Born in 1966

One of the most powerful men in all of Hollywood, J.J. Abrams seems to have his hands in every project that hits it big. A producer and director on the hit TV series LOST, Abrams immediately went on to work his mojo in the motion picture medium, offering efforts such as the sci-fi thriller, “Cloverfield,” and the most recent overhaul of “Star Trek.”

Janet Jackson - 10 Celebrities Born in 1966

She was the star of the Rhythm Nation. Janet Jackson was long known as the younger sister of Michael Jackson, but went on to her own stardom. Jackson has worked as an actress and musician, and like most of her family, has been at the center of plenty controversy. Her performance at Super Bowl XXXVIII coined the term “wardrobe malfunction,” when we all saw more of Janet than anticipated.

Jeff Buckley - 10 Celebrities Born in 1966

The late Jeff Buckley has been credited with inspiring as many musicians as he has fans and music lovers. Releasing only one album before his untimely death, Buckley's life eerily paralleled the life of his father, Tim Buckley. A biopic has long been in the works, portraying Buckley's genius, yet the project has never made it into the phase of pre-production.

Jon Favreau - 10 Celebrities Born in 1966

Jon Favreau is an actor, writer and director who is now one of the most powerful shot-callers in all of Hollywood. He acted in several supporting roles before writing his own vehicle piece in the mid-90s—a little cult flick entitled “Swingers.” The film also helped to launch the careers of Vince Vaughn, Ron Livingston and Heather Graham. Most recently Favreau has helmed the Iron Man franchise.

Mike Tyson - 10 Celebrities Born in 1966

Whether or not one finds Mike Tyson to be his own brand of crazy, there is no doubting his prowess in the ring. In his prime, when well prepared, he was arguably one of the greatest heavyweight fighters to ever step onto the canvas. He had the talent and skill set to box, and an uppercut that could put the most prominent opponent into a state of unconsciousness.

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