Jon Hamm
Actor and director known for Mad Men
An American actor and director, this individual gained widespread recognition for starring as Don Draper in the television series Mad Men, which aired from 2007 to 2015. The role earned multiple Primetime Emmy Award nominations and a win in 2015 for Outstanding Drama Series as a producer. In addition to television, appearances in films include Baby Driver and Tag. This actor has also directed episodes of television series and participated in various charity initiatives.
Starred in Mad Men as Don Draper
Participated in directing television episodes
Appeared in Baby Driver
Produced Mad Men, which won an Emmy
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March 10th, 1989 37 years ago
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Spanish violinist and composer
Born
March 10th, 1844 182 years ago
Died
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March 10th, 1844 182 years ago
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March 10th, 1986 40 years ago
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Born
March 10th, 1982 44 years ago
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Born
March 10th, 1945 81 years ago
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