On December 17, a number of famous individuals were born. They include athletes, singers, and actors. Here are five of the celebrities who share birthdays today.
Manny Pacquiao
Manny Pacquiao, nicknamed "Pacman," gets back in the ring in Las Vegas in January 2019 against Adrien Broner. As of Monday, the boxing champion is 40-years-old.
Happy 4-0 to boxing’s only 8-division world champ @mannypacquiao! 🎂#PacBroner | 1.19 on Showtime PPV pic.twitter.com/iFSPOFdbrg
— SHOWTIME Boxing (@ShowtimeBoxing) December 17, 2018
Peter Farrelly
Along with his brother Bobby, Peter Farrelly is well known for directing some of the funniest comedy films there are. They include the classics "Dumb & Dumber," "Kingpin," and "There's Something About Mary." He's also the man who directed "Green Book." On Monday, he turned 62.
“Don't ever rob a bank. Enjoy life. Have fun. Choose to be happy now; don't wait until you're 'successful,' because honestly, I was as happy when we were unemployed and scrounging around for a buck.” - Peter Farrelly #HappyBirthday @farrellybros pic.twitter.com/SV6LYbU9Et
— NationalComedyCenter (@NtlComedyCenter) December 17, 2018
Milla Jovovich
Jovovich is an actress, model, and musician. Among her earliest roles included working with Bruce Willis in "The Fifth Element." She's known for her recurring role in the video game-based "Resident Evil" franchise of films. Her debut album "The Divine Comedy" released in 1994. Today Jovovich is 43.
Happy Birthday, @MillaJovovich! From #TheFifthElement to #ResidentEvil, which of her 57 acting credits is your favorite? https://t.co/NyMwgXEbwG pic.twitter.com/TV9x2yfcmb
— IMDb (@IMDb) December 17, 2018
Giovanni Ribisi
Ribisi had an early television role on the hit show "Highway to Heaven." He's gone on to appear in films such as "Avatar," "Saving Private Ryan," and "Boiler Room." The 44-year-old actor is currently seen in Amazon's series "Sneaky Pete."
Writer on the phone: Grandpa what should we call this Giovanni Ribisi vehicle? ...Yeah, from Boiler Room ...No, you don’t have to read it pic.twitter.com/SF3jsqjypf
— Rachael Leigh Cook (@RachaelLCook) September 9, 2018
Sarah Paulson
Paulson, who turned 44-years-old today, was named one of Time's 100 most influential people for 2017. The actress and director won an Emmy and Golden Globe for her portrayal of prosecutor Marcia Clark on "American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson."
Dear Dummy, Happy Birthday. I am so happy you were born 100 years ago. Please keep holding on to me. Love, Dummy. @MsSarahPaulson pic.twitter.com/6RiMIIjY5w
— Felicity Huffman (@FelicityHuffman) December 17, 2018