Libras are some of the most famous people in the world. These creative beings fall under the air sign and are known for their loyalty and passion for justice. Represented by the scales, Libras have a balanced attitude towards life, making them level-headed in all situations. They are also intellectual, thoughtful, and have a love for the arts, which is why there are so many Libra celebrities in Hollywood.
But it’s not all good news. Libras have a habit of being gossips, love to flirt, and can be indecisive. They also hold a grudge, so don’t piss them off.
Ruled by the planet Venus, Libras enjoy the finer things in life and find much joy in creative pursuits. To celebrate the wonderful people who have a birthday between September 23 – October 22, here is a list of 30 famous Libra celebrities you can’t help but love.
30 Famous Libra Celebrities
1. Kim Kardashian (October 21, 1980)
There isn’t much Kim Kardashian hasn’t achieved. Sure, she’s a success due to a sex tape and her mother cashing in on the reality TV craze, but Kardashian has done a lot herself. Lately the model, fashion designer, beauty product creator, and businesswoman has been focusing her time on becoming a lawyer. An activist big on prison reform, Kim Kardashian certainly embodies many traits of a classic Libra.
2. Will Smith (September 25, 1968)
Before the slap heard around the world, Will Smith was one of the most popular Libra celebrities. The dotting father kick-started his career as a rapper before The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air set him on the acting path. The Academy Award winner’s films have grossed over $9.3 billion globally, with some of his greatest roles coming in Bad Boys, Men in Black, Ali, I am Legend, and Focus.
3. Serena Williams (September 26, 1981)
Having won 23 Grand Slams over a career spanning almost three decades, Serena Williams is in the conversation for the greatest tennis player of all time. A competitive beast who also has her own fashion line, Williams is a creative Libra who is still getting the job done on the court today.
4. Lil Wayne (September 27, 1982)
One of the best rappers alive was also born a Libra. Lil Wayne, better known as Dwayne Michael Carter Jr. to his mom, dominated the rap scene during the mid-00s. Over the course of his career, he’s released 14 studio albums and received countless commendations including five Grammy Awards.
5. Bella Hadid (October 9, 1996)
Calling herself a “Libra Baby” on Instagram, there is no doubting what model Bella Hadid thinks of her zodiac sign. The proud Libra has smashed several records in the modeling world since starting her career at the age of 16 in 2012.
6. Donald Glover (September 25, 1983)
There isn’t much Donald Glover can’t do. Under the alias Childish Gambino, he became a successful rapper and musician, releasing four albums and winning five Grammy Awards. As Donald Glover, he’s a spectacular actor who has starred in Community and is responsible for the hit TV series Atlanta.
7. Hilary Duff (September 28, 1987)
Hilary Duff is another child actor who quickly found fame as the title character in the Disney series Lizzie McGuire. The show opened many doors for Duff, who went on to star in several movies while also becoming a huge musical star. While she hasn’t been acting or singing as much lately, Duff has used her time to write several books and look after her growing family which now includes three young children.
8. Bruce Springsteen (September 23, 1949)
An American songwriting legend, Bruce Springsteen is the voice of the land of the free. His career is envied by many, with the Boss having dominated the charts in the late 70s right up to the early 90s. His music speaks to the common person as he sings about tales of lost love, relationship breakdowns, and the hardships of life in America. A true icon, Springsteen is a great example for all Libra men.
9. Cardi B (Born October 11, 1992)
From stripper to rap mogul, Cardi B has come a long way. The Bronx celebrity came to fame on the hip-hop reality series Love & Hip-Hop: New York before switching things up and embarking on a rap career. It proved a masterstroke, with Cardi’s debut album, Invasion of Privacy, topping the Billboard charts upon its release and going on to win numerous awards.
Four years on and Cardi still hasn’t released her sophomore album but continues to have a presence in the world thanks to her many business deals and active social media accounts. She really identifies as a Libra, once tweeting; “I’m such a Libra it’s not even funny. My sign represents me so well.”
10. Simon Cowell (7 October 1959
The brain behind the X-Factor, Got Talent, American Idol, and countless other music-related reality show competitions, few people have an ear for talent like Simon Cowell. The former A&R man discovered Five, Westlife, and One Direction.
Known for his shape tongue, Cowell is often seen as the bad guy on his shows, an image he has happily played up to during his years in the spotlight.
11. Gwyneth Paltrow (September 27, 1972)
Known more for her weird beauty products (candles that smell like vaginas anyone?), at one point in her career Gwyneth Paltrow was a massive movie star. Seven, The Talented Mr. Ripley, and Shakespeare in Love are just some of her best films, with the Libra telling Allure that she thinks she “very much” fits her star sign, going on to say she’s “all about balance…and I can’t make a decision.” A true Libra.
12. John Krasinski (October 20, 1979)
John Krasinski’s career has been on an upward trajectory ever since he appeared in the American version of The Office. Playing the lovable Jim, Krasinski is one of the best parts of the shows. Since the show ended, Krasinski has done some of his best work, starring as Jack Ryan in the Amazon Prime series of the same name and writing, directing, and starring in the horror hit A Quiet Place.
13. Doja Cat October 21, 1995)
Rapper and singer Doja Cat went full Libra in the music video for You Right. The collaboration with The Weeknd finds Doja Cat dressed as the Libra scales as she sings about wanting to be with another man that’s not her partner.
14. Mark Hamill (September 25, 1951)
Luke Skywalker himself, Mark Hamill, is a proud Libra. Possessing the creative side of the zodiac sign, Hamill has had a long and varied career. While forever associate with Star Wars, Hamill has been great in a wide range of roles, particularly as the Joker in many of the recent DC animated shows.
15. Dakota Johnson (Born October 4, 1989)
The daughter of actors Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith, it’s no wonder Dakota Johnson is blessed with incredible genes. Not only is she attractive, but Johnson is extremely talented. Her most well-known role is as Anastasia Steele in the erotic Fifty Shades franchise but she’s also had great turns in The Social Network, The Peanut Butter Falcon, and The Lost Daughter.
16. Glen Powell (October 21, 1988)
After small roles in The Expendables 3 and The Dark Knight Rises, Texan Glen Powell got his big break in the successful Fox comedy-horror series Scream Queens. His biggest role to date is as Lieutenant Jake “Hangman” Seresin in the box office smash Top Gun: Maverick.
17. Halsey (September 29, 1994)
Singer Halsey takes being a Libra to the next level. Not only has she got a tattoo of the Libra scales, inked by celebrity tattoo artist Jonboy, but she included the words “sin” and “forgiveness.” These are taken from the song lyrics to fellow Libra Lil Wayne’s song She Will.
18. Matt Damon (October 8, 1970)
Here’s one Libra that needs no introduction. Matt Damon is one of Hollywood’s biggest stars and has been for almost three decades. After winning an Oscar for Best Screenplay (Good Will Hunting, a film he also starred in), Damon has gone on to have an incredible film career. Some of his best movies include The Rainmaker, Saving Private Ryan, The Departed, True Grit, and the Jason Bourne franchise.
19. Addison Rae (October 6, 2000)
Being TikTok famous is a thing these days. Addison Rae is one of the few to turn her videos into a million-dollar empire. Being a social media star has allowed her to branch out into other areas. Rae released her debut album, Obsessed, in 2021, and played one of the lead roles in the teen comedy He’s All That.
20. Bob Odenkirk (October 22, 1962)
Robert John Odenkirk, otherwise known as Bob, has been a comedy actor for over three decades. Starting off as a writer on many of the big comedies of the 80s and 90s (Saturday Night Live, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, The Larry Sanders Show), Odenkirk created the infamous series, Mr. Show, with David Cross.
Continuing to write and appear in comedy films, Odenkirk switched paths when cast as dodgy lawyer Saul Goodman in Breaking Bad. This led to the comic gaining more dramatic roles in movies like Nebraska and Little Women, as well as starring in the Breaking Bad spin-off Better Call Saul.
21. Catherine Zeta Jones (25 September 1969
Welsh actress Catherine Zeta Jones hasn’t worked much this past decade, but during the late 90s, she was a box office draw. The Mask of Zorro, Entrapment, and The Haunting all drew big crowds, while the 2000 movie Traffic established her as a serious actor. Besides acting, Zeta Jones has been heavily involved in numerous charities, endorsed many products, and looked after her two children.
22. John Mayer (October 16, 1977)
Grammy Award-winning singer John Mayer is regarded by many as one of the great guitarists of the modern day. Despite several controversies, Mayer has managed to stay relatively Teflon and continues to sell millions of albums and singles every year. While he is a Libra, apparently he wants to be a Virgo if this tweet is anything to go by.
23. Gwen Stefani (October 3, 1969)
Despite being over 50, Gwen Stefani is still a looker whose career continues to shine. She understands what it’s like to be a Libra, with her song, Spark the Fire, containing the lyrics, “I am a Libra, let’s balance the scales.” As well as her successful solo career, Stefani is a member of No Doubt and a judge on the reality singing show The Voice,
24. Michael Douglas (September 25, 1944)
Like his wife Catherine Zeta Jones, Michael Douglas is also a Libra. Not only do they both have a birthday in September, but they share the same date, September 25. Douglas has been on our screens for over 50 years, reaching his peak in the 80s and 90s with movies like Fatal Attraction, Wall Street, Basic Instinct, Falling Down, and Disclosure.
25. Judge Judy (October 21, 1942
Judge Judy, otherwise known as Judy Sheindlin, is a TV judge who was on the air for 25 seasons. She presided over the Manhattan Family Court and became a reality star thanks to her outspoken personality and take no shit attitude, which are all part of the Libra personality.
26. Hugh Jackman (12 October 1968)
Aussie Hugh Jackman is one of those interesting actors who is always good no matter what role he is playing. While he will be hard to replace as Wolverine in the X-Men franchise, Jackman’s career has continued to flourish since he steeped away from the character. Some of his best movies include The Fountain, Prisoners, and The Greatest Showman.
27. Felicity Jones (17 October 1983)
English rose Felicity Jones is another celebrity who is also a Libra. Appearing in movies, TV series, and on stage, Jones is a talented thespian whose career really took off after starring in the 2014 drama The Theory of Everything. Since then she has gone on to appear in a Star Wars film (Rogue One), starred alongside George Clooney in The Midnight Sky, and played a forest spirit in the animated movie Dragon Rider.
28. Anthony Mackie (September 23, 1978)
The next Captain America was born in the month of September, making him a classic Libra. Anthony Mackie has featured in dozens of movies and TV shows and always delivers. Some of his best performances have come in the movies The Manchurian Candidate, The Hurt Locker, Half Nelson, Pain & Gain, Triple 9, and the Netflix series Altered Carbon. Appearing as the Falcon in the Marvel movies also helped boost his popularity.
29. Brie Larson (October 1, 1989)
Brie Larson has solidified her place as a current acting icon after scoring the role of Captain Marvel. Not only has being a superhero raised her profile, but it’s led to more work for Larson. She is currently filming the next Fast and Furious movie and will play a major role in The Marvels.
30. Jean-Claude Van Damme (18 October 1960)
During the 90s, Jean-Claude Van Damme was one of the biggest action stars. While he never reached the levels of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone, Van Damme’s older movies are considered classics amongst action fans. Kickboxer, Blood Sport, Double Impact, Universal Soldier, Maximum Risk, and Timecop are just some of Van Damme’s top films.
For the past two decades, Van Damme has continued to work steadily, with most of his movies direct to video. He might not have reached the heights of his peers, but he’s still a much-loved Libra.