Hollywood Actresses You Didn’t Know Were Cancer

Cancer season runs from June 21 to July 22, and quite a few beloved stars fall squarely in that window. Below are 45 Hollywood actresses with birthdays in that range, along with quick snapshots of their work, awards, and projects you may know them from. You’ll see everything from Oscar winners to multi-hyphenate creators who write, produce, and headline their own series. If you’ve ever wondered which of your favorites were born under this summer sign, here’s your handy guide.

Meryl Streep

Born June 22 in Summit, New Jersey, Meryl Streep is widely recognized for her extensive range and record number of Academy Award nominations and wins. She has led acclaimed films such as ‘The Devil Wears Prada’, ‘Sophie’s Choice’, and ‘The Iron Lady’. On television, she’s appeared in projects like ‘Big Little Lies’. Beyond acting, she is known for long-time advocacy supporting the arts and women’s rights.

Margot Robbie

Born July 2 in Dalby, Queensland, Margot Robbie broke out in ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ and went on to headline global hits like ‘Barbie’ and ‘Birds of Prey’. She earned Oscar nominations for ‘I, Tonya’ and ‘Bombshell’. Robbie co-founded LuckyChap Entertainment, which has produced projects including ‘Promising Young Woman’. Her filmography spans drama, comedy, and franchise fare across major studios.

Selena Gomez

Born July 22 in Grand Prairie, Texas, Selena Gomez first gained prominence on television with ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’. She currently stars in and executive produces ‘Only Murders in the Building’. Gomez also runs Rare Beauty, a cosmetics brand focused on inclusive shade ranges and mental health initiatives. In music, she has released multiple charting albums and singles as a solo artist.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas

Born July 18 in Jamshedpur, India, Priyanka Chopra Jonas won the Miss World title before building a major screen career. She led the thriller series ‘Quantico’ and appears in films such as ‘The White Tiger’ and ‘Love Again’. Chopra Jonas produces under her banner Purple Pebble Pictures, backing both Indian-language and international projects. She is also a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador with long-standing philanthropic work.

Sofía Vergara

Born July 10 in Barranquilla, Colombia, Sofia Vergara became a household name through ‘Modern Family’, earning multiple award nominations. She has appeared in films like ‘Chef’ and ‘Hot Pursuit’. Vergara has served as a judge on ‘America’s Got Talent’. In business, she has launched fashion and beauty collaborations available through major U.S. retailers.

Olivia Munn

Born July 3 in Oklahoma City, Olivia Munn gained early visibility as a host before transitioning to film and television roles. Her credits include ‘The Newsroom’, ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’, and ‘The Predator’. Munn has written a memoir of essays and contributed opinion pieces on representation and workplace issues. She has also worked with organizations supporting anti-trafficking initiatives.

Liv Tyler

Born July 1 in New York City, Liv Tyler rose to prominence with roles in ‘Armageddon’ and ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy. She has acted across independent films and studio productions, including ‘The Strangers’ and ‘Ad Astra’. On television, she appeared in ‘The Leftovers’ and ‘Harlots’. Tyler has additionally served as a spokesperson and ambassador for fashion and beauty brands.

Lindsay Lohan

Born July 2 in New York City, Lindsay Lohan became a breakout star with ‘The Parent Trap’ and ‘Mean Girls’. She has since returned to screen work with projects like ‘Falling for Christmas’. Lohan has released pop singles and pursued stage roles, broadening her entertainment portfolio. She remains active in film and television development.

Kristen Bell

Born July 18 in Huntington Woods, Michigan, Kristen Bell is known for ‘Veronica Mars’, ‘The Good Place’, and the voice role of Anna in ‘Frozen’. She co-created and narrated ‘The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window’. Bell co-founded a plant-based household products company that focuses on affordability and charitable giving. She frequently records audiobooks and participates in live performances.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge

Born July 14 in London, Phoebe Waller-Bridge created and starred in ‘Fleabag’ and developed ‘Killing Eve’. She has contributed to major franchises as a writer and performer, including ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ and ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’. Waller-Bridge runs a production company that secures overall deals with leading streamers. Her work has received top awards for writing and acting.

Diane Kruger

Born July 15 in Algermissen, Germany, Diane Kruger earned the Cannes Best Actress award for ‘In the Fade’. She is known to international audiences for ‘National Treasure’, ‘Inglourious Basterds’, and ‘Troy’. Kruger works in multiple languages and divides projects between European cinema and Hollywood. She has also appeared in limited series such as ‘The Bridge’.

Mindy Kaling

Born June 24 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Mindy Kaling wrote for and acted in ‘The Office’ before creating and producing ‘The Mindy Project’. She later co-created ‘Never Have I Ever’ and ‘The Sex Lives of College Girls’. Kaling runs Kaling International, a company developing comedies and young-adult projects with diverse casts. She is also a best-selling author of comedic essay collections.

Aubrey Plaza

Born June 26 in Wilmington, Delaware, Aubrey Plaza gained recognition through ‘Parks and Recreation’. She has led and produced films such as ‘Ingrid Goes West’ and starred in ‘Emily the Criminal’. Plaza joined ensemble casts in projects like ‘The White Lotus’ and ‘Legion’. She regularly appears at major festivals, where several of her films have premiered and won awards.

Eva Green

Born July 6 in Paris, Eva Green’s breakout roles include ‘Casino Royale’ and ‘Penny Dreadful’. She has worked extensively in European and Hollywood productions, with credits like ‘Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children’ and ‘300: Rise of an Empire’. Green collaborates with acclaimed directors across genres, from fantasy to historical drama. She has also served as a brand ambassador for luxury fashion and beauty houses.

Sandra Oh

Born July 20 in Nepean, Ontario, Sandra Oh earned widespread acclaim for ‘Killing Eve’ and long-running success on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’. She broke barriers as an awards host and winner at major ceremonies. Oh has voiced characters in animated features such as ‘Turning Red’ and led the academic-set series ‘The Chair’. Her stage and independent film work spans North American and international productions.

Kathy Bates

Born June 28 in Memphis, Tennessee, Kathy Bates is an Academy Award–winning actress known for ‘Misery’ and a multi-season presence on ‘American Horror Story’. She has also appeared in ‘Titanic’, ‘About Schmidt’, and ‘Richard Jewell’. On television, Bates headlined ‘Harry’s Law’ and earned accolades for guest and supporting roles across major networks and streamers. She is a cancer survivor who has advocated for lymphedema awareness and patient support.

Michelle Rodriguez

Born July 12 in San Antonio, Texas, Michelle Rodriguez is a core cast member of the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise as Letty Ortiz. She made her feature debut with ‘Girlfight’ and later joined large-scale projects including ‘Avatar’ and ‘Resident Evil’. Rodriguez has worked in television on ‘Lost’ and voiced characters in animation and video games. She frequently collaborates on action-driven productions with international box-office reach.

Juno Temple

Born July 21 in London, Juno Temple earned wide recognition for ‘Ted Lasso’, receiving major award nominations for her role. Her film credits range from ‘Atonement’ and ‘Black Mass’ to ‘Maleficent’. Temple has appeared in limited series such as ‘Fargo’ and ‘Vinyl’. She works across U.S. and U.K. productions for both studio and independent projects.

Ashley Tisdale

Born July 2 in Monmouth County, New Jersey, Ashley Tisdale rose to fame through Disney’s ‘High School Musical’ films and ‘The Suite Life of Zack & Cody’. She has voiced Candace Flynn in ‘Phineas and Ferb’ across multiple seasons and specials. Tisdale has released studio albums and served as a judge on music competition formats. She also runs lifestyle ventures and produces scripted content for television.

Tia Mowry

Born July 6 in Gelnhausen, Germany, Tia Mowry co-starred in the sitcom ‘Sister, Sister’ and later led ‘Family Reunion’. Her filmography includes ‘The Hot Chick’ and the ‘Twitches’ TV movies. Mowry has authored cookbooks and hosted food and lifestyle series. She continues to produce and star in family-focused projects for cable and streaming.

Tamera Mowry-Housley

Born July 6 in Gelnhausen, Germany, Tamera Mowry-Housley is the twin sister of Tia Mowry and co-led ‘Sister, Sister’. She starred in ‘Twitches’ and ‘Twitches Too’ and has hosted unscripted and talk formats, including ‘The Real’. Mowry-Housley appears in made-for-TV films across holiday and family genres. She is active in philanthropic and entrepreneurial ventures tied to food, wine, and lifestyle media.

Camila Mendes

Born June 29 in Charlottesville, Virginia, Camila Mendes broke out as Veronica Lodge on ‘Riverdale’. Her film work includes ‘Palm Springs’, ‘Dangerous Lies’, and ‘Do Revenge’. Mendes has appeared in music videos and fashion campaigns tied to her on-screen profile. She continues to develop features and series as both an actor and executive producer.

Lily Rabe

Born June 29 in New York City, Lily Rabe is a recurring star of ‘American Horror Story’ in multiple seasons and roles. She has led and supported in limited series such as ‘Love & Death’ and ‘The Undoing’. Rabe maintains an active stage career with acclaimed Shakespeare and contemporary productions. Her film credits include ‘Miss Stevens’ and ‘Fractured’.

Jane Lynch

Born July 14 in Evergreen Park, Illinois, Jane Lynch earned widespread recognition for ‘Glee’ as Sue Sylvester. She has hosted major award shows and game shows and guest-starred in series like ‘Only Murders in the Building’. Lynch’s film work includes collaborations with Christopher Guest such as ‘Best in Show’ and ‘A Mighty Wind’. She is also a veteran voice actor in features and animated series.

Anjelica Huston

Born July 8 in Santa Monica, California, Anjelica Huston won an Academy Award for ‘Prizzi’s Honor’. She portrayed Morticia Addams in ‘The Addams Family’ films and has worked with directors including Wes Anderson in ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’ and ‘The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou’. Huston has directed features such as ‘Bastard Out of Carolina’. She continues to appear in prestige television and film ensembles.

Olivia de Havilland

Born July 1 in Tokyo, Japan, Olivia de Havilland was a two-time Academy Award winner for ‘To Each His Own’ and ‘The Heiress’. She starred in classics including ‘Gone with the Wind’ and ‘The Adventures of Robin Hood’. De Havilland’s legal case against studio suspension practices helped reshape actor–studio contracts. She received national honors from France and the United States for her contributions to the arts.

Natalie Wood

Born July 20 in San Francisco, California, Natalie Wood headlined ‘West Side Story’ and ‘Splendor in the Grass’. As a child and teen actor, she appeared in ‘Miracle on 34th Street’ and transitioned to adult leads across drama and romance. Wood earned multiple Academy Award nominations over her career. Her television work included high-profile TV movies in the 1970s.

Ariana Grande

Born June 26 in Boca Raton, Florida, Ariana Grande began on Broadway and television with ‘Victorious’ and ‘Sam & Cat’. She stars as Glinda in the two-part film adaptation of ‘Wicked’. Grande has released multiple number-one albums and singles and headlined global tours. She also serves as a producer and has worked on beauty and fragrance lines.

Elizabeth Reaser

Born July 2 in Bloomfield Township, Michigan, Elizabeth Reaser is known for ‘The Haunting of Hill House’ and the ‘Twilight’ film series. She has appeared in series such as ‘The Good Wife’, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’, and ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’. Reaser’s film work spans independent dramas and studio releases. She trained at the Juilliard School and maintains stage credits alongside screen roles.

Judy Greer

Born July 20 in Detroit, Michigan, Judy Greer’s credits include ’13 Going on 30′, ‘The Descendants’, and the ‘Halloween’ franchise. On television, she has appeared in ‘Arrested Development’, ‘Kidding’, and voice roles in ‘Archer’. Greer has directed and published a memoir, expanding her work behind the camera and on the page. She continues to balance comedic and dramatic roles in film, TV, and animation.

Pamela Anderson

Born July 1 in Ladysmith, British Columbia, Pamela Anderson gained international fame with ‘Baywatch’. Her screen work includes ‘V.I.P.’ and appearances in features such as ‘Barb Wire’ and documentary projects centered on her life and advocacy. Anderson has produced and authored books, adding to her media portfolio. She supports animal welfare and humanitarian causes through longstanding partnerships.

Maya Hawke

Born July 8 in New York City, Maya Hawke is known for playing Robin Buckley in ‘Stranger Things’. Her film credits include ‘Do Revenge’, ‘Asteroid City’, and ‘Mainstream’. Hawke records and tours as a singer-songwriter with multiple releases. She continues to appear in independent films alongside large-scale streaming projects.

Diane Guerrero

Born July 21 in Passaic, New Jersey, Diane Guerrero is recognized for ‘Orange Is the New Black’ and ‘Doom Patrol’. She voices Isabela in ‘Encanto’ and has published a memoir about family and immigration. Guerrero frequently appears at literary and community events tied to civic engagement. Her work spans drama, genre television, and voice acting.

Linda Cardellini

Born June 25 in Redwood City, California, Linda Cardellini has starred in ‘Freaks and Geeks’, ‘ER’, and ‘Dead to Me’. On film, she appears in ‘Green Book’, ‘Scooby-Doo’, and ‘Brokeback Mountain’. Cardellini also voices characters in animation and games, including ‘Gravity Falls’. She balances comedic and dramatic roles across streaming, broadcast, and features.

Isabelle Adjani

Born June 27 in Paris, Isabelle Adjani is a five-time César Award winner known for ‘Possession’, ‘Camille Claudel’, and ‘Queen Margot’. She began acting at the Comédie-Française before moving into international cinema. Adjani works in French and English, appearing in both art-house and mainstream productions. Her career spans decades of notable performances across Europe and beyond.

Elizabeth McGovern

Born July 18 in Evanston, Illinois, Elizabeth McGovern starred as Cora Crawley in ‘Downton Abbey’ on television and in its feature films. Earlier credits include ‘Ragtime’ and ‘Once Upon a Time in America’. McGovern is also a musician who has performed and recorded with the band Sadie and the Hotheads. She continues to alternate between British and American productions on stage and screen.

Shelley Duvall

Born July 7 in Houston, Texas, Shelley Duvall is known for ‘The Shining’, ‘Popeye’, and her work as a producer and host of ‘Faerie Tale Theatre’. She collaborated frequently with Robert Altman on films such as ‘3 Women’ and ‘Nashville’. Duvall’s distinctive roles span psychological horror to period comedy. She also developed children’s anthology programming that remains influential.

Busy Philipps

Born June 25 in Oak Park, Illinois, Busy Philipps became known through ‘Freaks and Geeks’, ‘Dawson’s Creek’, and ‘Cougar Town’. She has hosted late-night and talk formats and written a bestselling memoir. Philipps appears in independent films and streaming series, often serving as a producer. She is active in advocacy related to healthcare access and civic participation.

Selma Blair

Born June 23 in Southfield, Michigan, Selma Blair is known for ‘Cruel Intentions’, ‘Legally Blonde’, and the ‘Hellboy’ films. She has appeared in television series including ‘Anger Management’ and documentary projects chronicling her life and health. Blair authored a memoir and participates in charitable initiatives focused on disability awareness. She continues to work across film, TV, and nonfiction storytelling.

Anna Friel

Born July 12 in Rochdale, England, Anna Friel earned international attention for ‘Pushing Daisies’. Her additional television credits include ‘Marcella’, ‘The Girlfriend Experience’, and ‘American Odyssey’. Friel’s film roles range from period dramas to thrillers across U.K. and U.S. productions. She has received awards and nominations from British and international organizations.

Phoebe Tonkin

Born July 12 in Sydney, Australia, Phoebe Tonkin starred in ‘The Vampire Diaries’ and led its spin-off ‘The Originals’. She has headlined Australian series and appeared in features such as ‘Bait’ and ‘Tomorrow, When the War Began’. Tonkin also directs short-form projects and appears in fashion campaigns. Her work spans genre television and international film.

Jessica Simpson

Born July 10 in Abilene, Texas, Jessica Simpson transitioned from music to acting with roles in ‘The Dukes of Hazzard’ and ‘Employee of the Month’. She has produced reality and docu-series centered on her career and family. Simpson leads a fashion and lifestyle brand distributed through major retailers. She is also a bestselling author with a widely read memoir.

Kristen Connolly

Born July 12 in Montclair, New Jersey, Kristen Connolly is best known for ‘The Cabin in the Woods’. On television, she has appeared in ‘House of Cards’, ‘Zoo’, and ‘The Whispers’. Connolly’s filmography includes independent thrillers and dramas alongside studio releases. She trained in theater and continues to work across stage and screen.

Vanessa Lengies

Born July 21 in Montreal, Quebec, Vanessa Lengies appeared in ‘American Dreams’ and had a recurring role on ‘Glee’. She stars in TV movies and streaming comedies across North American networks. Lengies also creates and hosts unscripted projects focused on personal development and community. Her career includes voice work and guest arcs on procedural series.

Yancy Butler

Born July 2 in New York City, Yancy Butler headlined ‘Witchblade’ and has appeared in action and sci-fi films including ‘Hard Target’ and ‘Kick-Ass’. She guest-stars across network procedurals and cable dramas. Butler’s roles often draw on stunt and fight training developed over years of genre work. She continues to appear in independent features and television movies.

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