Ashton Kutcher

Actor and producer, starred in That '70s Show

Ashton Kutcher - Actor and producer, starred in That '70s Show
Born

February 7th, 1978
47 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Involved in acting and producing, achieved recognition through roles in television and film. Gained popularity for the character Michael Kelso in the series That '70s Show. Transitioned to film with leading roles in productions such as Dude, Where's My Car? and The Butterfly Effect. Engaged in entrepreneurship with ventures in technology and investing, contributing to the development of various startups. Actively participated in philanthropy, focusing on anti-human trafficking initiatives.

Played Michael Kelso in That '70s Show

Starred in films such as Dude, Where's My Car?

Produced the reality series Punk'd

Co-founded the investment firm A-Grade Investments

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