Unfortunately, the season of the lions and lionesses is over. However, that doesn’t mean we can’t give a shout-out to entertainers who are Leos!
If you didn’t know, Leo is the fifth tier of the zodiac, which falls immediately after Cancer (June 22 – July 22) and right before Virgo (August 23 – September 22). The astrology period runs from July 23 until August 22.
Be it male or female, many Leos are often deemed the life of the party as they (naturally) are the center of attention. The fire sign is one of the most passionate and prideful in the universe–no matter the scenario.
From their creative attributes to their chaotic nature, Leos’ controversial traits certainly make having one of them in your corner an interesting time.
While there may be a lot of misconceptions surrounding these rambunctious individuals, life wouldn’t be the same without the lovely Leo.
Let’s look at some of our favorite celebrities who happen to be one!
Entertainers Who Are Leos That You Probably Didn’t Know Were Part of the Zodiac Family
1. Whitney Houston
Born on August 9, 1963, in Newark, New Jersey, the late Whitney Houston was considered one of the greatest female vocalists ever. The pop singer-actress, crowned “The Voice,” had a career spanning over three decades before her sudden death in 2012.
With over 200 million records sold worldwide–with six Grammys and a slew of other awards to show for it–she was most known for her songs “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” (1987), “Didn’t We Almost Have It All” (1992), and her rendition of Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You.”
On the Hollywood scene, Houston’s roles in The Bodyguard (1992), Waiting to Exhale (1995), and The Preacher’s Wife (1996) catapulted her to legendary stardom.
Houston would’ve turned 61 this month.
2. Madonna
Pop icon Madonna was born on August 16, 1958, in Bay City, Michigan. She is noted as one of the female pioneers of sexually expressive music. Celebrated for her audacious approach to her artistry, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee has been in the showbiz arena for over forty years.
The 66-year-old has an extensive catalog of classic hits, including “Holiday” (1983), “Like a Virgin,” (1984), “Material Girl” (1985), and “Vogue,” (1990), which have counted toward her title of being the best-selling female recording artists of all time (400 million+).
Additionally, Madonna tapped into the film arena, with Desperately Seeking Susan, A Certain Sacrifice, and Who’s That Girl being some of her earliest roles.
3. Angela Bassett
Powerhouse actress Angela Bassett entered the world on August 16, 1958. She was born in New York City but relocated to St. Petersburg, Florida at age four.
The Yale University graduate is famous for various award-winning projects, such as The Jacksons: An American Dream (1992) What’s Love Got to Do with It (1993), Waiting to Exhale (1995), and How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998), among others.
Bassett, a Golden Globe winner, was named one of TIME’s ‘100 Most Influential People in the World’ in 2023. The 66-year-old’s four-decade-plus run in Hollywood has left quite a mark, as she singlehandedly has become the standard for many rising, on-screen stars today.
4. Robert De Niro
Born on August 17, 1943, in Manhattan, New York, esteemed actor/producer Robert De Niro is a Hollywood heavyweight. The 81-year-old received global acclaim for his appearances in Bang the Drum Slowly (1973), Taxi Driver (1976), The Untouchables (1987), and Cape Fear (1991), among a list of other honorable credits.
Aside from his on-camera endeavors, De Niro is also the force behind TriBeCa Productions, a film and television company he founded alongside Jane Rosenthal in 1989. The empire is responsible for many phenomenons, including Holiday Heart (2000), The Good Shepherd (2006), and the Ava DuVernay-directed crime drama series When They See Us (2019).
De Niro holds a shelf of top-notch accolades, with two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award being among them.
5. Laurence Fishburne
Laurence Fishburne was born on July 30, 1961, in Augusta Georgia. Later in his childhood, he moved to Brooklyn, New York, where he was raised.
You may have gotten familiar with Fishburne through his breakthrough role in Cornbread, Earl and Me (1975), School Daze (1988), Boyz n the Hood (1991), or more famously, his 1993 placement as Ike Turner in the Tina Turner biopic film What’s Love Got to Do with It.
Additionally, Fishburne garnered much notoriety for The Matrix and John Wick franchise. He is a three-time Emmy and Tony Award winner, with a (nearly) five-year-long resume under his belt.
6. Magic Johnson
This list of entertainers who are Leos keeps getting better and better! Born on August 14, 1959, Magic Johnson’s hometown is Lansing, Michigan. The NBA legend blew up the sports scene when he was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in 1979, leading the team to a whopping five championships. He is often praised as the “greatest point guard of all time.”
Since his illustrious basketball journey, Johnson has built an entire conglomerate, rebranding himself as an overall business tycoon. From his talk show, The Magic Hour (1998), to his record company, Magic Johnson Music (2000), the 65-year-old has morphed into a full-blown mogul.
Through Magic Johnson Enterprises, he’s constructed quite a few subsidiaries, which most memorably include Magic Johnson Productions and Magic Johnson Theaters.
Which of these entertainers who are Leos did you NOT expect? Comment below!
