Today's celebrity birthdays: June 9, 2025

Happy birthday to entertainers like Michael J. Fox, Johnny Depp, and Natalie Portman! Keep on reading to see who else is celebrating their birthday and some career highlights!

Celebrity birthday highlights for June 9, 2025:

• Actor Michael J. Fox (1961), the Canadian-born performer, became a cultural icon through his role as Marty McFly in the Back to the Future trilogy and as Alex P. Keaton on "Family Ties." Since his Parkinson's disease diagnosis in 1991, he has become a prominent advocate for research and founded The Michael J. Fox Foundation.

• Actor Johnny Depp (1963) gained fame through his unconventional role in "21 Jump Street" and later became known for his eccentric character portrayals, most notably Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. His collaborations with director Tim Burton have produced memorable performances in films like "Edward Scissorhands" and "Sweeney Todd."

• Actress Gloria Reuben (1964), hailing from Canada, gained recognition for her role as Jeanie Boulet on the medical drama "ER" and later appeared in political thriller "The Agency." Her career spans both television and film, including notable performances in "Lincoln" and "Mr. Robot."

• Actress Michaela Conlin (1978) became widely known for her role as forensic artist Angela Montenegro on the long-running crime procedural "Bones." Her character's artistic skills and quirky personality made her a fan favorite throughout the show's twelve-season run.

• Actress Natalie Portman (1981), the Harvard-educated performer, won an Academy Award for her intense performance in "Black Swan" and gained early fame in the "Star Wars" prequel trilogy. Her diverse filmography includes critically acclaimed roles in "V for Vendetta," "Jackie," and Thor films.

• Actress Mae Whitman (1988) has built a successful career in both live-action and voice acting, known for her roles in "Parenthood," "Good Girls," and as the voice of Tinker Bell in Disney's fairy films. She began her career as a child actor and has consistently worked across television, film, and animation.

Other celebs celebrating birthdays today:

Sports commentator Dick Vitale (1939), Guitarist Mick Box of Uriah Heep (1947), Film composer James Newton Howard (1951), Bassist Dean Felber of Hootie and the Blowfish (1967), Musician Ed Simons of the Chemical Brothers (1970), Actress Keesha Sharp (1973), Singer Jamie Dailey of Dailey and Vincent (1975), Actor Lucien Laviscount (1992).