Famous Hawthorn Celebrities

Won an Oscar at 24 for 'Girl, Interrupted' and has served as a UNHCR Special Envoy for refugees across the globe.

Didn't land his first major film role until age 50, then became one of cinema's most iconic and recognizable voices.

Won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2016 — the first songwriter ever honored — for 'creating new poetic expressions'.

Became the first American woman in space aboard the Challenger in 1983 and later championed STEM education for young girls.

The youngest elected U.S. president, he inspired a generation with his 'ask not what your country can do for you' inaugural address.

Known as the 'Dhak Dhak Girl' of Bollywood, she is considered one of the greatest actresses in Hindi cinema history.

Founded modern Vietnam and led the country's independence movement, becoming one of the 20th century's most influential revolutionary leaders.

Reinvented his career as an action hero with 'Taken' at age 56 after being best known for dramatic roles like Oskar Schindler.

The first Irish-born actor to play James Bond, he starred in four 007 films beginning with 'GoldenEye'.

Won a Golden Globe for 'The Banshees of Inisherin' and received acclaim for his transformative role in 'The Penguin'.

Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his mesmerising portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer in 2024.

The legendary Welsh singer has sold over 100 million records and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2006.

Ireland's best-selling solo artist, she has sold over 80 million records worldwide with her ethereal New Age sound.