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Laura Dern was born on February 10, 1967 in Los Angeles, the daughter of actors Bruce Dern and Diane Ladd. Dern was exposed to movie sets and the movie industry from infancy, and obtained several bit parts as a child. Her parents divorced when Dern was two and Dern lost contact with her father for several years as a result.

Her parents' background and her own early taste of the movie-making world soon convinced the young Dern to pursue acting herself. Like so many young actors, her decision may have been influenced by social awkwardness -- the child of 1960s counterculture parents, she was steeped in Eastern mysticism and political radicalism, and was seen as an oddball by her more conservative classmates. Even before her teens, she had achieved most of her impressive 5' 10" height and was rail-skinny with a slouching posture.. Perhaps the nine-year-old Dern found refuge by studying acting at the Lee Strasberg Theater Institute.

The first success for the young Dern came in 1980, with a role in Adrian Lyne's Foxes (1980), a teen movie starring Jodie Foster. She followed this with several small parts, or parts in small movies, such as Ladies and Gentlemen, the Fabulous Stains (1982) and Teachers (1984), as a student who has an affair with a teacher. (Her mother objected to her active presence on movie sets at age thirteen, which required Dern to sue for emancipation so she could play her role in "The Fabulous Stains"). Her next roles, as the blind girl who befriends the deformed boy in Mask (1985), and as a teen-aged girl whose sexual awakening collides with a mysterious older man in Smooth Talk (1985), gave her career an important boost. Dern appeared to have made it with a leading role in David Lynch's acclaimed Nhung Xanh (1986), but it was four years before her next notable film, and this was the bizarre Wild at Heart (1990), also directed by Lynch.

The following year, Dern starred in Rambling Rose (1991), which would become her signature performance, as a sexually-precocious, free-spirited young housemaid in the South in the 1930s. Dern earned an Oscar nomination for her performance, and so did her mother and co-star, Diane Ladd. Dern continues to win prominent roles on the big screen, often in smaller, highly-regarded human dramas such as Những Cậu Bé Hỏa Tiễn (1999), Tôi Là Sam (2001) and We Don't Live Here Anymore (2004), although she is perhaps most widely known for her repeat role as Ellie Sattler in the summer adventure movies Công Viên Kỷ Jura (1993) and Công Viên Kỷ Jura 3 (2001), or for her guest performance on Ellen (1994), as the woman to whom Ellen finally comes out as a lesbian.

Dern's pre-teen gawkiness matured into lithe beauty, but this doesn't prevent Dern from fearlessly throwing herself into a wide variety of roles which are sometimes unflattering, an excellent example being her unflinchingly comic portrayal of an intensely annoying loser whose pregnancy becomes a social and political football in Citizen Ruth (1996). This results in Dern being one of the most interesting actors working in Hollywood today.

Having previously dated such Hollywood talent as Treat Williams, Renny Harlin, Kyle MacLachlan, Jeff Goldblum and Billy Bob Thornton, Dern eventually married musician Ben Harper in 2005. Early in her career, Dern was roommate to Marianne Williamson, the spirituality guru. Dern attended two days of college at UCLA and one semester at USC.

The towering presence of Canadian actor Donald Sutherland was often noticed, as were his legendary contributions to cinema. He appeared in almost 200 different shows and films. He was also the father of renowned actor Kiefer Sutherland, among others.

Donald McNichol Sutherland was born in Saint John, New Brunswick, to Dorothy Isobel (McNichol) and Frederick McLea Sutherland, who worked in sales and electricity. He had Scottish, as well as German and English, ancestry. Sutherland worked in several different jobs - he was a radio DJ in his youth - and was almost set on becoming an engineer after graduating from the University of Toronto with a degree in engineering. However, he also graduated with a degree in drama, and he chose to abandon becoming an engineer in favour of an actor.

Sutherland's first roles were bit parts and consisted of such films as the horror film Dr. Terror's House of Horrors (1965) which starred Christopher Lee. He was also appearing in episodes of TV shows such as "The Saint" and "Court Martial". Sutherland's break would come soon, though, and it would come in the form of a war film in which he was barely cast.

The reason he was barely cast was because he had been a last-minute replacement for an actor that had dropped out of the film. The role he played was that of the dopey but loyal Vernon Pinkley in the war film Tiểu Đội Trừng Giới (1967). The film also starred Lee Marvin, Charles Bronson, and Telly Savalas. The picture was an instant success as an action/war film, and Sutherland played upon this success by taking another role in a war film: this was, however, a comedy called MASH (1970) which landed Sutherland the starring role alongside Elliott Gould and Tom Skerritt. This is now considered a classic among film goers, and the 35-year old actor was only getting warmed up.

Sutherland took a number of other roles in between these two films, such as the theatrical adaptation Oedipus the King (1968), the musical Joanna (1968) and the Clint Eastwood-helmed war comedy Kelly's Heroes (1970). It was Kelly's Heroes (1970) that became more well-known, and it reunited Sutherland with Telly Savalas. 1970 and 1971 offered Sutherland a number of other films, the best of them would have to be Klute (1971). The film, which made Jane Fonda a star, is about a prostitute whose friend is mysteriously murdered. Sutherland received no critical acclaim like his co-star Fonda (she won an Oscar) but his career did not fade.

Moving on from Klute (1971), Sutherland landed roles such as the lead in the thriller Lady Ice (1973), and another lead in the western Alien Thunder (1974). These films did not match up to "Klute"'s success, though Sutherland took a supporting role that would become one of his most infamous and most critically acclaimed. He played the role of the murderous fascist leader in the Bernardo Bertolucci Italian epic 1900 (1976). Sutherland also gained another memorable role as a marijuana-smoking university professor in National Lampoon's Animal House (1978) among other work that he did in this time.

Another classic role came in the form of the Robert Redford film, Ordinary People (1980). Sutherland portrayed an older father figure who must deal with his children in an emotional drama of a film. It won Best Picture, and while both the supporting stars were nominated for Oscars, Sutherland once again did not receive any Academy Award nomination. He moved on to play a Nazi spy in a film based on Ken Follett's book "Eye of the Needle" and he would star alongside Al Pacino in the commercial and critical disaster that was Revolution (1985). While it drove Al Pacino out of films for four years, Sutherland continued to find work. This work led to the dramatic, well-told story of apartheid A Dry White Season (1989) alongside the legendary actor Marlon Brando.

Sutherland's next big success came in the Oliver Stone film JFK (1991) where Sutherland plays the chilling role of Mister X, an anonymous source who gives crucial information about the politics surrounding President Kennedy. Once again, he was passed over at the Oscars, though Tommy Lee Jones was nominated for his performance as Clay Shaw. Sutherland went on to appear in Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992), Shadow of the Wolf (1992), and Vạch Trần (1994).

The new millennium provided an interesting turn in Sutherland's career: reuniting with such former collaborators as Clint Eastwood and Tommy Lee Jones, Sutherland starred in Cao Bồi Không Gian (2000). He also appeared as the father figure to Nicole Kidman's character in Núi Lạnh (2003) and Charlize Theron's character in Phi Vụ Cuối Cùng (Kẻ Phản Bội) (2003). He also made a fascinating, Oscar-worthy performance as the revolutionist Mr. Thorne in Land of the Blind (2006) and also as a judge in Chỉ Còn Một Chữ Tình (2007). He also joined forces with his son Rossif Sutherland and Canadian comic Russell Peters with the new comedy The Con Artist (2010), as well as acting alongside Jamie Bell and Channing Tatum in the sword-and-sandal film Chiến Binh La Mã (2011). Sutherland also taken a role in the remake of Charles Bronson's film The Mechanic (1972).

Donald Sutherland made a lasting legacy on Hollywood, whether portraying a chilling and horrifying villain, or playing the older respectable character in his films. A true character actor, Sutherland was one of Canada's most well-known names and will hopefully continue to be remembered long after his time.

Matthew James Matheson is a Canadian chef, restaurateur, and internet personality. He was the executive chef of Parts & Labour, a restaurant located in Toronto, Canada, which permanently closed on January 1, 2019. Matheson has since started Matty's Patty's Burger Club, a takeout restaurant in Toronto, Canada, which opened in December, 2020. In June, 2020, Matheson opened Prime Seafood Palace, which is also located in Toronto, Canada. Matheson regularly appeared on Vice's show Munchies. He previously hosted Viceland's It's Suppertime! and Dead Set on Life.

Walter Pidgeon, a handsome, tall and dark-haired man, began his career studying voice at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston. He then did theater, mainly stage musicals. He went to Hollywood in the early 1920s, where he made silent films, including Mannequin (1926) and Sumuru (1927). When talkies arrived, Pidgeon made some musicals, but he never received top billing or recognition in these. In 1937 MGM put him under contract, but only in supporting roles and "the other man" roles, such as in Saratoga (1937) opposite Jean Harlow and Clark Gable and in The Girl of the Golden West (1938) opposite Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy. Although these two films were big successes, Pidgeon was overlooked for his contributions to them. MGM lent him out to Fox, where he finally had top billing, in How Green Was My Valley (1941). When he returned to MGM the studio tried to give him bigger roles, and he was cast opposite his frequent co-star Greer Garson. However, Garson seemed to come up on top in Blossoms in the Dust (1941) and Mrs. Miniver (1942), although Pidgeon did receive an Academy Award nomination for his role in the latter film.

Pidgeon remained with MGM through the mid-'50s, making films like Dream Wife (1953) and Hit the Deck (1955) with Jane Powell and old pal Gene Raymond. In 1956 Pidgeon left the movies to do some work in the theater, but he returned to film in 1961.

Pidgeon retired from acting in 1977. He suffered from several strokes that eventually led to his death in 1984.

Lyman Ward was born on 21 June 1941 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. He is an actor, known for Kỳ Nghỉ Của Ferris Bueller (1986), Không Phải Phim Teen (2001) and Ngày Độc Lập (1996). He was previously married to Cindy Pickett, Leigh Heine and Cathy Gelbart.

Chris Houghton is an American animator, voice actor, storyboard artist, writer, director, and producer. He is most known for co-creating the Disney Channel animated series {Nhà Green Ra Thành Phố Lớn (2018)} with his brother Shane Houghton, as well as being the voice of Cricket Green and various characters. He has also worked on {Thị Trấn Gravity Falls (2012)} as a storyboard artist, revisionist, and character designer and {Wander Over Yonder (2013)} as a storyboard artist and revisionist. He also worked on the Nickelodeon animated series {Harvey Beaks (2015)} as a writer and storyboard director and {Fanboy & Chum Chum (2009)} as a storyboard revisionist. He was also a character designer for {Clarence (2013)} and {Giờ Phiêu Lưu (2010)}.

Tricia Black is an award-winning queer actor and comedian. They are known for their work as Detective Tara Swallows on the IMDb TV/CBC series "Pretty Hard Cases." Recent TV credits include "Children Ruin Everything" (CTV), "What We Do In The Shadows" (FX), and the upcoming series "Stories From My Gay Grandparents" (kindaTV).

Tricia has appeared in Lionsgate features: "My Fake Boyfriend" and "Dear David", in a supporting role opposite Justin Long. They will also be seen in the Disney feature "Z-O-M-B-I-E-S 3", and the indie feature film "Suze" starring Michaela Watkins. Previously, they appeared in the Sony feature "The Broken Hearts Gallery."

Tricia voices the lead role of "Jason" in the animated series "Summer Memories," for which she has a Canadian Screen Award for Best Animation Voice Actor.

Tricia holds a 2021 Canadian Screen Award for their work in the web series "Band Ladies" and two Canadian Comedy Awards for Best Live Production ("A Sketch Comedy Extravaganza Eleganza") and Best Ensemble ("She The People").

Tricia is an Alumna of The Second City Toronto. They are originally from New Brunswick, Canada.

William Jenner was born on 7 February 1923 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. He was married to Esther Jenner. He died on 28 December 2000 in Carnelian Bay, California, USA.

Canadian-born Actress. Trained in Classical Ballet, Hailey studied The Royal Academy of Dance method for 12 years. After graduating high school, she moved to Los Angeles where attended film school and trained in the theatre at The Beverly Hills Playhouse for 4 years. Hailey starred in several short films including Citizens of Denmark and is best known for her work in the feature Queen of the Andes.

Catherine McKinnon was born on 14 May 1944 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. She is an actress, known for The Wayne & Shuster Comedy Special (1967), And That's the News, Goodnight (1974) and Jubilee (1959). She was previously married to Donald Harron.

David Mylrea was born in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. He is known for Tôi, Người Máy (2004), Gã Mập (2020) and X-Men: Phán Xét Cuối Cùng (2006).

Menelik Shabazz was an award-winning film director, producer, and writer. Born in St. John, Barbados in 1954, he arrived in the UK at age six.

From an early age, he watched mobile cinema in his village in Barbados, but didn't entertain the idea of making films until age 18. This was when he was introduced to the first portable video technology whilst studying at North London College. This revolutionary technology, the Sony port-a-pack, demystified filmmaking and made the filmmaking process accessible. He enrolled at the London International Film School.

Shabazz was best known for his acclaimed debut feature Burning an Illusion (1982), which won the Grand Prix at the Amien International Film Festival in 1982. The film also won the lead actress, Cassie Macfarlane, the Evening Standard Award for 'Promising Actress' (1982). Burning An Illusion was only the second feature film by a black director produced in the UK.

The film continues to be shown today on media courses at Universities and Colleges and has become a cult classic.

Stompin' Tom Connors was born on 9 February 1936 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. He was an actor and composer, known for Stompin' Tom Connors: Margo's Cargo (1991), Deranged (1974) and First Round Down (2016). He was married to Lena Welsh. He died on 6 March 2013 in Halton Hills, Ontario, Canada.

Bongo was born in August 1986 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. He was an actor, known for George of the Jungle (1997), Mồi Nhử (2000) and Rescuers: Stories of Courage: Two Families (1998). He died on 11 October 2001 in Clarington, Ontario, Canada.

Although related to MGM head Louis B. Mayer, Cummings started his career at the studio as a low-paid office boy. He worked his way up to script supervisor and assistant director, and was eventually placed in charge of the studio's short-subjects department, where he personally produced most (and directed several) of them. In 1934 MGM made Cummings a producer of features, and as such he was responsible for many of the studio's most famous musicals.

Colin Irving was born on 19 June 1963 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. He is known for Iron Eagle IV (1995), Traders (1996) and Lethal Vows (1999). He died on 8 October 2019 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Kris Rogers is a New Brunswick-based creative professional with decades of experience developing beautiful and engaging things, supporting many industries including Canadian Film & Television. Kris understands that stories and their storytellers involve a great deal of soul and require equal amounts of care and respect.

Operating "Privateer Creative," Kris serves the Film & TV industry with Pitch Development, Branding, New Media, Marketing, and supporting content - with a strong background in developing engaging audience experiences, from world-building and establishing a look-and-feel to promotional trailers, title sequences, and marketing materials.

Since his early days of in-camera end credits with a Sharpie, Kris has been a creative filmmaker focused on making things work with what's available. He is a strategic storyteller with a solution to every problem and a path to making every creative vision a practical reality.

Caesar was born in August 1986 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. He was an actor, known for Mồi Nhử (2000), P.T. Barnum (1999) and Rescuers: Stories of Courage: Two Families (1998). He died on 20 June 2008 in Clarington, Ontario, Canada.

Matt Stairs was born on 27 February 1968 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. He has been married to Lisa Helen Astle since 28 October 1989. They have three children.

Todd Green was born on 22 May 1973 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. He is an actor, known for The 4th Floor (1999).

Jay Cochrane was born on 1 May 1944 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. He died on 30 October 2013 in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada.

Born and raised on the east coast of Canada, Kory has always had his heart set on being a performer. After graduating from Harbour View High School in Saint John, New Brunswick, Kory moved to Ontario to receive training from the country's top institutions. He graduated from the Performing Arts program at Sheridan College in 2010 and then received his Advanced Diploma in Music Theatre - Performance at St. Lawrence College in 2013.

Kory has had the opportunity to take centre stage in many leading roles. Some of these roles include Billy Lawlor in 42nd Street, MacHeath in The Threepenny Opera, Claude in Hair and Danny Zuko in Grease. Aside from the young leading man roles, he played the comedic role of Pooh-Bah in The Mikado. Other credits include: Fiddler on the Roof, White Christmas [Brockville Arts Centre]; Sound of Music [Drayton Entertainment]; Let The SunShine In [WelcomeWood Productions]; Heaven Sent [Sheridan College].

Recently, Kory set sail for 7 months as a lead singer with Royal Caribbean Cruises. Upon returning in December, he has been training privately in Film/Tv, Stunt Peforming, Dance and Voice with some of the industry's top professionals. He has also been filming several films and commercials as well as a new project soon that will be announced soon.

Gregory J. Melanson was born on 23 May 1987 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. Gregory J. is a director and producer, known for The Dance (2010), Fred and Carl Are Park Rangers (2012) and The Other Side of Charlie (2012).

Jason Siska was born on 4 March 1985 in Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands.

Ken Tobias was born on 25 July 1945 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. He is known for Sella d'argento (1978), Whale Music (1994) and The Alan Hamel Show (1976). He died on 2 October 2024 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada.