Celebrity ListsList RulesVote up all of the Williams and Bills you've heard of.
How many celebrities named William or Bill can you think of? The famous Bills and Williams below have many different professions, including notable actors named Bill, famous musicians named William, politicians named Bill, and comedians named Bill.
William Jefferson Clinton is certainly one of the most famous Bills on this list. One of the famous politicians named Bill, he served as the 42nd President of the United States. Since leaving office he has worked as a public speaker, humanitarian, and author.
Another of the famous people with the first name Bill is Bill Murray. The Saturday Night Live legend has appeared in such films as Groundhog Day, Lost in Translation, and Caddyshack. He was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2016. Another of the actors called William is William Shatner, known for his portrayal of Captain Kirk in Star Trek. You may also recognize Billy Crystal, an actor, and another of the famous people named Billy.
Did we forget one of your favorite famous men named Bill or William? Just add those celebrity Bills or famous Billys to the list!
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21Bill Clinton
1946-08-19Birthplace: Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
William Jefferson Clinton (born William Jefferson Blythe III; August 19, 1946) is an American... more on Wikipedia2
20Billy Crystal
1948-03-14Birthplace: Upper East Side, New York City, New York, United States of America
William Edward Crystal (born March 14, 1948) is an American actor, comedian, writer, producer,... more on Wikipedia3
20Bill Nighy
1949-12-12Birthplace: Caterham, United Kingdom
William Francis "Bill" Nighy is an English actor. He worked in theatre and television before... more on Wikipedia4
20Bill Murray
1950-09-21Birthplace: Wilmette, Illinois, United States of America
William James Murray (born September 21, 1950) is an American actor, voice actor, comedian,... more on Wikipedia5
18Billy Idol
1955-11-30Birthplace: Stanmore, United Kingdom
William Michael Albert Broad (born 30 November 1955), known professionally as Billy Idol, is... more on Wikipedia6
15Bill Pullman
1953-12-17Birthplace: Hornell, New York, United States of America
William James Pullman (born December 17, 1953) is an American film, stage, and television... more on Wikipedia7
20William Shatner
1931-03-22Birthplace: Côte Saint-Luc, Canada
William Shatner (born March 22, 1931) is a Canadian actor, author, producer, director, and... more on Wikipedia8
17Bill Hader
1978-06-07Birthplace: USA, Oklahoma, Tulsa
William Thomas Hader Jr. (born June 7, 1978) is an American comedian, actor, voice actor,... more on Wikipedia9
18Bill Nye
1955-11-27Birthplace: Washington, D.C., United States of America
William Sanford Nye (born November 27, 1955), popularly known as Bill Nye the Science Guy, is... more on Wikipedia10
12Billy Zane
1966-02-24Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
William George Zane Jr. (born February 24, 1966) is an American actor and producer. He is best... more on Wikipedia11
17William Shakespeare
1564-04-26Birthplace: Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
William Shakespeare (bapt. 26 April 1564 – 23 April 1616) was an English poet, playwright, and... more on Wikipedia12
11Bill Maher
1956-01-20Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States of America
William Maher (; born January 20, 1956) is an American comedian, political commentator, and... more on Wikipedia13
15Billy Bob Thornton
1955-08-04Birthplace: Hot Springs, Arkansas, United States of America
Billy Bob Thornton (born August 4, 1955) is an American actor, filmmaker, singer, songwriter,... more on Wikipedia14
15Billy Dee Williams
1937-04-06Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States of America
William December "Billy Dee" Williams Jr. (born April 6, 1937) is an American actor, artist,... more on Wikipedia15
15William H. Macy
1950-03-13Birthplace: Miami, Florida, United States of America
William Hall Macy Jr. (born March 13, 1950) is an American actor and director. His film career... more on Wikipedia16
12Billy Joel
1949-05-09Birthplace: New York City, USA, New York
William Martin Joel (born May 9, 1949) is an American singer-songwriter, composer, and... more on Wikipedia17
12William Hurt
1950-03-20Birthplace: Washington, D.C., USA
William McChord Hurt (born March 20, 1950) is an American actor, director, producer, and... more on Wikipedia18
12Bill Engvall
1957-07-27Birthplace: Galveston, Texas, USA
William Ray Engvall Jr. (born July 27, 1957) is an American comedian and actor best known for... more on Wikipedia19
17Billy Crudup
1968-07-08Birthplace: USA, New York, Manhasset
William Gaither Crudup ( born July 8, 1968) is an American actor. He is a four-time Tony Award... more on Wikipedia20
10Billy Corgan
1967-03-17Birthplace: Elk Grove Village, Illinois, USA
William Patrick Corgan Jr. (born March 17, 1967) is an American musician and songwriter, who... more on Wikipedia21
10Billy Ray Cyrus
1961-08-25Birthplace: Flatwoods, Kentucky, United States of America
Billy Ray Cyrus (born August 25, 1961) is an American singer-songwriter and actor. He has... more on Wikipedia22
10Bill Paxton
1955-05-17Birthplace: Fort Worth, Texas, USA
William Paxton (May 17, 1955 – February 25, 2017) was an American actor and director. He... more on Wikipedia23
15Bill Cosby
1937-07-12Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
William Henry Cosby Jr. (; born July 12, 1937) is an American stand-up comedian, actor,... more on Wikipedia24
15Bill Russell
1934-02-12Birthplace: West Monroe, USA, Louisiana
William Felton Russell (born February 12, 1934) is an American retired professional basketball... more on Wikipedia25
12Bill Burr
1968-06-10Birthplace: Canton, Massachusetts, USA
William Frederic Burr (born June 10, 1968) is an American stand-up comedian, actor and... more on Wikipedia
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