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176 Celebrities E-G quizzes and 2,464 Celebrities E-G trivia questions.
1.
  Henry Fonda   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Among actors, he has been the best of his kind. A creative artist with a strong bond to family, he was affectionately known as Hank. Here's a look at Henry Fonda, away from his towering presence on the silver screen.
Average, 10 Qns, pollucci19, Aug 21 22
Average
pollucci19 gold member
Aug 21 22
303 plays
2.
  Melissa Gilbert   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Melissa Gilbert will probably always be best known for her role as 'Laura Ingalls' on "Little House on the Prairie." How much do you know about the actress herself?
Tough, 10 Qns, Ballykissangel, May 07 17
Tough
Ballykissangel
3078 plays
3.
  Snitz Edwards: A Friendly Face   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz shines a light on Snitz Edwards, a performer who, like so many others from the silent era, is now largely forgotten. I hope you enjoy the quiz!
Average, 10 Qns, jonnowales, Jul 27 15
Average
jonnowales gold member
152 plays
4.
  All About Ralph Fiennes    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a quiz all about one of my favorite actors, Ralph Fiennes. He has starred in many movies including "The English Patient", "Schindler's List" and films of the "Harry Potter" series. See how much you know about him!
Average, 10 Qns, reeshy, Dec 01 09
Average
reeshy gold member
366 plays
5.
  Irresistible Isla Fisher   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Many have fallen prey to the charms of this flame-haired Aussie siren, but how much do you know about the life and work of this fine actress?
Average, 10 Qns, ajwtimperley, Dec 11 10
Average
ajwtimperley
229 plays
6.
  Kenny Everett - All In The Best Possible Taste   best quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Mischievous but never malicious, Cuddly Ken was a one of a kind DJ and TV presenter. How much do you remember about him?
Tough, 10 Qns, Supersal1, Apr 14 13
Tough
Supersal1
840 plays
7.
  Lovely Laura San Giacomo   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I have enjoyed watching Laura San Giacomo in her vast range of roles for several years. Please enjoy this quiz about her life and her work.
Average, 10 Qns, Blindlady-27, Oct 31 19
Average
Blindlady-27
Oct 31 19
542 plays
8.
  Teri Garr - Totally Teri    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Teri Garr is the rare actress who simply defies description. Sometimes silly, sometimes serious, sometimes sultry and seductive; always delightful and effervescent. The girlfriend every man dreams of having, just once. Test your knowledge of Teri. Enjoy!
Average, 15 Qns, doppelganger, Apr 13 10
Average
doppelganger
853 plays
9.
  Do You Know Ricky Gervais?    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
How well do you know the award-winning English writer and actor, Ricky Gervais?
Average, 10 Qns, Juanito, Nov 13 21
Average
Juanito
Nov 13 21
1033 plays
10.
  How Unconventional...Hermione Gingold    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a quiz about the inimitable - and unconventional - Hermione Gingold. 78 years of performing on stage and screen; man-eater; high camp and eccentric - what's not to like?
Average, 10 Qns, invinoveritas, Nov 28 23
Average
invinoveritas gold member
Nov 28 23
425 plays
trivia question Quick Question
What does Jim feel he must do when he's out of town for a week?

From Quiz "The Great Jim Gaffigan"




11.
  John Shuttleworth - the Man and the Music   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Self-styled "versatile singer/songwriter" and "star" of stage, radio and television, the endearingly unsuccessful John Shuttleworth is a comic character created by Yorkshire-born Graham Fellows. Enjoy this quiz on one of the UK's unsung comic heroes.
Average, 10 Qns, stedman, Sep 17 12
Average
stedman editor
198 plays
12.
  Mr Elton's Much Admir'd Work    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Ben Elton is a writer of much renown, having penned for the page, the stage and the screen. Can you answer these questions about his various works?
Average, 10 Qns, Red_John, Oct 31 20
Average
Red_John
Oct 31 20
129 plays
13.
  Greta Garbo: A Diva of the 20s    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is based on the life & career of Greta Garbo. Enjoy!
Tough, 10 Qns, NalaMarie, Nov 13 21
Tough
NalaMarie gold member
Nov 13 21
772 plays
14.
  A Man Named Buddy (Ebsen that is!)   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
A man named Buddy (Ebsen that is!) : see how much you know of this beloved star of stage and screen who passed away in 2003.
Tough, 15 Qns, stageman, Nov 13 21
Tough
stageman
Nov 13 21
1260 plays
15.
  Stephen Fry - the Man and the Legend   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Stephen Fry - the inimitable and wonderful Englishman, whose dulcet tones and quirky ways enthral so many.
Average, 10 Qns, AmberEuri, Dec 03 20
Average
AmberEuri
Dec 03 20
913 plays
16.
  The Life and Times of Redd Foxx    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about Redd Foxx, one of the world's most famous comedians. Foxx is no longer with us, but he will always be in our hearts.
Difficult, 10 Qns, DakotaNorth, Apr 19 10
Difficult
DakotaNorth gold member
806 plays
17.
  William Fichtner    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I have always thought William was a great actor. Watch some of his movies and I think you will agree.
Average, 10 Qns, MissHollyB, Jan 20 23
Average
MissHollyB gold member
Jan 20 23
157 plays
18.
  "Hello, I'm the Doctor": Ncouti Gatwa    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
After months of speculation on who will replace Jodie Whitaker, the BBC confirmed it will be Ncuti Gatwa. Find out more about the Next Doctor.
Average, 10 Qns, parrotman2006, Mar 20 24
Average
parrotman2006 gold member
Mar 20 24
116 plays
19.
  Life of Ryan    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about the handsome Ryan Gosling. How much do you know about his life?
Average, 10 Qns, Saleo, Feb 26 16
Average
Saleo
173 plays
20.
  Corey Feldman    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
How much do you remember about the talented Corey Feldman? Have fun.
Average, 10 Qns, rebapitt, Jul 14 16
Average
rebapitt
757 plays
21.
  W.C. Fields    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Questions pertaining to W.C. Fields and his films.
Tough, 15 Qns, professorjon, Nov 13 21
Tough
professorjon
Nov 13 21
889 plays
22.
  All About Jenna Fischer    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is all about the life and career of Jenna Fischer. Have fun!
Average, 10 Qns, sunrayz99, Jul 20 07
Average
sunrayz99
292 plays
23.
  Stepin Fetchit    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
You could perhaps be forgiven for saying "Who?" when Stepin Fetchit is mentioned, but his work in the film industry was both pioneering and controversial.
Average, 10 Qns, Rowena8482, Jul 25 10
Average
Rowena8482 gold member
287 plays
24.
  Tom Green    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about the eccentric, out of this world Tom Green.
Average, 10 Qns, animegurl, Oct 19 07
Average
animegurl
279 plays
25.
  Farrah Fawcett    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Farrah Fawcett was a "All American Blonde Beauty". She was known for her style of hair and for her role in "Charlie's Angels". Here are some basic questions on her life.
Average, 10 Qns, snookie57, Apr 07 21
Average
snookie57
Apr 07 21
640 plays
26.
  Guy Goma, Accidental Celebrity    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Guy Goma came to the BBC office on May 8, 2006, expecting a job interview. As Luck or Fate would have it, he was mistaken for someone else and interviewed on the air, thus launching his accidental one minute and 15 seconds of fame!
Average, 10 Qns, pu2-ke-qi-ri, Jun 02 06
Average
pu2-ke-qi-ri
372 plays
27.
  All about Jake Gyllenhaal    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Jake Gyllenhaal... those eyes.. that smile... see what you know about this incredible young actor.
Difficult, 10 Qns, tdakoo, Nov 13 21
Difficult
tdakoo
Nov 13 21
1535 plays
28.
  Show Me The Cuba Gooding, Jr.    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Cuba Gooding, Jr. is one of the best actors today and one of my all time favorites. Find out how much you know about him and his films. Have fun!
Tough, 10 Qns, RAgamer51, Jan 24 08
Tough
RAgamer51
760 plays
29.
  Lillian Gish, Great Star, Great Lady    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Lillian Gish lived to be 99 years old, and in those years, made 105 films, wrote an autobiography, and made thousands of public appearances. She never married nor had children; the cinema was her life.
Difficult, 10 Qns, RivkahChaya, Nov 02 15
Difficult
RivkahChaya
174 plays
30.
  Melanie Griffith    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a collection of questions about actress Melanie Griffith. You may be answering about a movie in which she starred or her personal life.
Average, 10 Qns, researcher53, Dec 12 16
Average
researcher53
211 plays
31.
  The Great Jim Gaffigan    
Multiple Choice
 25 Qns
This quiz covers Jim's appearance on "Comedy Central Presents..." Were you paying attention? (NOTE: The interesting facts that follow the questions on the answer page are quotes from Jim's routine.)
Average, 25 Qns, YodaFan465, Jul 24 05
Average
YodaFan465
540 plays
32.
  A Wish Called Fonda    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
How much do you know about Henry, Jane and Peter Fonda? Take the trivia challenge and see.
Tough, 10 Qns, debodun, Mar 08 12
Tough
debodun
457 plays
33.
  John Grierson : Documentary Film Maker   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a quiz about John Grierson - the pioneering Scottish documentary film maker, often referred to as the Father of the British documentary film.
Average, 10 Qns, Glaswegian, Feb 02 09
Average
Glaswegian
197 plays
34.
  Vivica A. Fox    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Vivica A. Fox is stylish, talented, and a very good actress, I hope you enjoy my quiz!
Average, 10 Qns, calibrownsugga, Dec 10 05
Average
calibrownsugga
539 plays
35.
  Anita Gillette, Underappreciated Brilliance    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Anita Gillette has done it all: she can sing, dance, act in drama, in comedies, for TV, films, and the stage. She is a great character actor, and one of the finest performers we are lucky enough to have.
Tough, 10 Qns, RivkahChaya, Nov 13 15
Tough
RivkahChaya
141 plays
36.
  Samuel Fuller    
Multiple Choice
 25 Qns
Samuel Fuller was a one-of-a-kind film maker. He willingly toiled in the B-movie ghetto so he could make HIS own movies HIS way! The facts here are from his posthumous autobiography "A Third Face".
Tough, 25 Qns, tjoebigham, Jun 15 23
Tough
tjoebigham
Jun 15 23
337 plays
37.
  Not Just Dan Connor    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
He is a man of many faces. While probably best known as Dan Connor on "Roseanne", John Goodman has experienced an amazing career in show business. This quiz is all about his work!
Tough, 15 Qns, Gamemaster1967, Nov 13 21
Tough
Gamemaster1967 gold member
Nov 13 21
942 plays
38.
  The Unjustly Insecure Bob Fosse    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Acknowledged as a genius in theatre, I feel Fosse is underrated as a film director. A perfectionist, he was never satisfied with himself.
Tough, 10 Qns, missglitz, Jul 24 05
Tough
missglitz
406 plays
39.
  Kirk Fogg, from TV host to Director    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Unfamiliar to most, Kirk Fogg has been in show biz a long time. Once a children television host, he is now an actor/director to date. Through this quiz, you will learn a little more about Kirk Fogg.
Average, 10 Qns, jbooker8, Sep 04 11
Average
jbooker8
148 plays
40.
  Dakota Fanning    
Multiple Choice
 25 Qns
Welcome to my quiz about the wonderful young actress, Dakota Fanning, who first captured our hearts opposite Sean Penn in "I Am Sam". My quiz covers her career, appearances, and other personal info, which I'm sure you'll find interesting. Enjoy!
Difficult, 25 Qns, true7hfan, Nov 03 19
Difficult
true7hfan
Nov 03 19
1479 plays
41.
  Adam Garcia    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about the life and works of Adam Garcia, star of both stage and screen.
Average, 10 Qns, amyvsmith, Feb 23 19
Average
amyvsmith
Feb 23 19
196 plays
42.
  Kelsey Grammer    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The life, filmography, and characters of one of my favourite actors.
Tough, 10 Qns, LadyCaitriona, Sep 24 14
Tough
LadyCaitriona gold member
1221 plays
43.
  Aussie Actors - Peter Finch    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Peter Finch was purportedly a hard-drinking, hell-raising womaniser! But, what do you know about this undoubtedly talented 'Aussie' Actor?
Tough, 10 Qns, Engadine, Jul 24 05
Tough
Engadine
251 plays
44.
  Sutton Foster    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Sutton Foster won a Tony for her role as Millie in 2002's "Thoroughly Modern Millie". She has also been seen in "The Drowsy Chaperone" and "Little Women", making her well-known to Broadway audiences!
Tough, 10 Qns, anthonyrappfan, Aug 27 06
Tough
anthonyrappfan
228 plays
45.
  Bridget Fonda    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Bridget Fonda was born January 27, 1964 in California. Get this, in 1995 she was named one of the 100 sexiest stars in film history.
Average, 10 Qns, Ryan'sMommy, Nov 13 21
Average
Ryan'sMommy
Nov 13 21
615 plays
46.
  Mr Brian Epstein    
Multiple Choice
 20 Qns
This is a quiz about a man who has been somewhat overlooked, but without whom it's unlikely the Beatles would ever have been as famous as they became, just think of the past forty years without the Beatles!
Difficult, 20 Qns, kittyconner, May 16 17
Difficult
kittyconner
560 plays
47.
  Jenna Elfman    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a fun quiz to see how much you really know about Jenna Elfman.
Average, 10 Qns, lilmac11313, May 07 17
Average
lilmac11313
341 plays
48.
  The Conchata Connection    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This quiz covers the many connections of actress Conchata Ferrell.
Tough, 15 Qns, Gamemaster1967, Jul 24 05
Tough
Gamemaster1967 gold member
327 plays
49.
  Facts of Joseph Fiennes    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A quiz dedicated to the 'Fiennest' actor, Joseph Fiennes, whose performances leave the screen silver!
Average, 10 Qns, viktorya, Jul 24 05
Average
viktorya
298 plays
50.
  Do You Know Rupert Grint?    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is all about British actor Rupert Grint and his amazing career and personal life! I'm excited and I hope you are too!
Average, 10 Qns, ilaugh2, Jun 19 17
Average
ilaugh2
Jun 19 17
250 plays
51.
  Ah Those Brits : Mark Frankel?    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Ah those Brits: ever heard of Mark Frankel? Is it just the accents that makes us adore British actors? I hope you enjoy my quiz on the obscure, but powerful actor Mark Frankel.
Average, 10 Qns, zoop, Oct 12 07
Average
zoop
206 plays
52.
  Little Bit About Jonathan Frakes    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Not only an accomplished actor, Jonathan Frakes is also an accomplished director and producer. I hope you enjoy my quiz.
Tough, 10 Qns, prichason, Mar 31 23
Tough
prichason
Mar 31 23
476 plays
53.
  1, 2..Freddy's Coming for You...    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Okay, okay, maybe it's not Freddy. But it is the guy who plays him, Robert Englund. Let's see how much you know about his life and career. Good luck!
Difficult, 10 Qns, NalaMarie, Jun 12 10
Difficult
NalaMarie gold member
718 plays
54.
  Think You Know Cary Elwes?    
Multiple Choice
 20 Qns
I absolutely love Cary Elwes and want to spread around info. Hope it's tough!
Tough, 20 Qns, caryismine, Dec 03 12
Tough
caryismine
715 plays
55.
  The Multi-Talented Ben Elton    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
As well as being an alternative comedian, Ben Elton has written, directed and produced. His work can be seen via books, musicals, films and television! Is there anything this man can't do? How much you know about 'The Man From Auntie?'
Average, 10 Qns, crazycat1974, Jun 18 22
Average
crazycat1974
Jun 18 22
365 plays
56.
  The great Pam Grier, aka Foxy Brown    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This quiz I dedicate to one of my most favorite actress, Pam Grier.
Average, 15 Qns, ntzake, Mar 21 22
Average
ntzake
Mar 21 22
314 plays
57.
  Jeff Goldblum    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is based on the life and career of actor, Jeff Goldblum. Enjoy!
Tough, 10 Qns, NalaMarie, Jul 24 05
Tough
NalaMarie gold member
405 plays
58.
  The Fleischers    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The cartoons of Max and Dave Fleischer in the 30's weren't exactly kid stuff, but pretty risque for their time. See how much you know.
Tough, 10 Qns, tjoebigham, Jul 10 13
Tough
tjoebigham
236 plays
59.
  Elle Fanning    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Welcome to the first ever quiz about young actress Elle Fanning, younger sister of Dakota Fanning. This quiz will cover her entire fantastic career. Enjoy!
Average, 10 Qns, true7hfan, Jul 24 05
Average
true7hfan
378 plays
60.
  Dorian Gregory    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Dorian is a television and movie actor that can be seen on "The Other Half".
Tough, 10 Qns, Gamemaster1967, Apr 13 10
Tough
Gamemaster1967 gold member
388 plays
61.
  Lee Evans the Comedian    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Just a few things related to Lee Evans, the best comedian in the world.
Tough, 10 Qns, Melmad, Dec 01 13
Tough
Melmad
1086 plays
62.
  Do You Know Craig Ferguson?    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The "Late Late Show" brings a Scottish taste to late night televion. Craig Ferguson is mainly known from his days on "The Drew Carey Show," but do you really know anything else about him? Let's find out! Good luck!
Average, 10 Qns, whoser4life, Jul 08 19
Average
whoser4life
Jul 08 19
409 plays
63.
  David Gallagher    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is to test all you fans out there about David Gallagher and how much you really know about the 7th Heaven star.
Average, 10 Qns, KSDG4EVA, Jun 12 10
Average
KSDG4EVA
780 plays
64.
  All About Al Franken    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is all about Al Franken, his books, and his comedy.
Difficult, 10 Qns, ZootandJanis, Jun 07 23
Difficult
ZootandJanis
Jun 07 23
254 plays
65.
  Do you know Federico Fellini?    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Federico Fellini is considered one of the greatest filmmakers in the world. How much do you know about him and his work?
Tough, 10 Qns, lam, Apr 13 10
Tough
lam
617 plays
66.
  Gallagher the Comedian    
Multiple Choice
 5 Qns
I wish he still made his comedy act on cable. He is another one of my favorite comedians.
Average, 5 Qns, NalaMarie, Jan 21 18
Average
NalaMarie gold member
Jan 21 18
829 plays
67.
  Britt Ekland    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is all about the incredibly talented actress Britt Ekland.
Average, 10 Qns, OzzysGirl, Dec 04 14
Average
OzzysGirl
277 plays
68.
  Life and Times of Matt Groening    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about the life of animator and creator of "The Simpsons". Let's see how well you know him. Have fun and good luck!
Difficult, 10 Qns, NalaMarie, Mar 03 20
Difficult
NalaMarie gold member
Mar 03 20
545 plays
69.
  My Good Man Will Ferrell    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about the hilarious 'Saturday Night Live' performer. Good luck and have fun!
Very Difficult, 10 Qns, sprinkles, Apr 19 10
Very Difficult
sprinkles
3114 plays
70.
  Milos Forman    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Here is a quiz about another director that I love.
Average, 10 Qns, lab*rat, Apr 19 10
Average
lab*rat
450 plays
71.
  Stephen Frears    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
He's is some trivia about English (remember this) director Stephen Frears.
Tough, 10 Qns, lab*rat, Apr 19 10
Tough
lab*rat
349 plays
72.
  Topher Grace    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A quiz testing your knowledge on TV and movie actor Topher Grace.
Difficult, 10 Qns, no_1_gracie, Apr 19 10
Difficult
no_1_gracie
750 plays
73.
  Jennie Garth    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The one and only Jennie Garth quiz for her fans.
Average, 10 Qns, brookie33, Dec 10 05
Average
brookie33
479 plays

Celebrities E-G Trivia Questions

1. Henry Fonda's face was printed on a series of postage stamps in May of 2005. What was the significance of this date?

From Quiz
Henry Fonda

Answer: One hundred years since his birth

Henry Fonda was born on May 16, 1905, in Grand Island, Nebraska. The 37 cent stamp that bears his profile, was part of the "Legends of Hollywood" series, and was released May 20, 2005. It was the eleventh in a line that honoured a number of America's most popular actors. A year after his birth Fonda's family moved to Omaha. This is where he would do his schooling and, eventually become a favoured son. Whilst here he became acquainted with Marlon Brando's family who also lived there. Henry would appear with Dorothy Brando (Marlon's mother) in community theatre productions. That said, the pair (Marlon and Fonda) did not socialise and this was due, mainly, to their differences in age.

2. What African nation was Ncouti Gatwa born in?

From Quiz "Hello, I'm the Doctor": Ncouti Gatwa

Answer: Rwanda

Ncouti Gatwa was born on October 15, 1992 in Nyatugenge, the down town section of Kigali, the capital of Rwanda. His father, Tharcisse, was a journalist in Rwanda. The Gatwa family fled Rwanda during the genocide of 1994. Over the course of 100 days in the spring of 1994, the Hutu government of Rwanda murdered between 500 and 800 thousand Tutsi citizens. Given the short time frame, it was a killing machine that exceeded the efficiency of Nazi Germany or the Khmer Rouge. Especially disturbing because much of the killing was done with machetes. It was one of the more significant war crimes in a century filled with them. Ncuti is actually his middle name. His given first name is Mizero, which means "hope" in Bantu.

3. Ben Elton's first major success came as co-writer of the sitcom "The Young Ones" for the BBC. With which member of the cast did he write it?

From Quiz Mr Elton's Much Admir'd Work

Answer: Rik Mayall

In the early 1980s, a group of young comedy performers were making waves at The Comedy Store in London. Some were recruited by the fledgling Channel 4 into a project that eventually became "The Comic Strip Presents...", which was first broadcast on the channel's opening night in November 1982. In response, the BBC brought the group in to develop other projects, the first of which was a subversive sitcom that came to be "The Young Ones". Rik Mayall began working on writing the scripts alongside his then girlfriend, Lise Meyer, and a stand-up comedian called Ben Elton. Elton had attended the University of Manchester at the same time as Mayall (graduating two years later), and in 1981 had been hired to take over from Alexi Sayle as compere of The Comedy Store. The success of "The Young Ones" led to the BBC approach Elton to undertake further projects - in 1985, the year after the end of "The Young Ones", Elton was sole writer on the comedy-drama series "Happy Families", while he also wrote "Filthy, Rich and Catflap", featuring Mayall, Adrian Edmondson and Nigel Planer, all of whom had been in "The Young Ones". The same year saw the start of his collaboration with Richard Curtis as co-writers of "Blackadder".

4. Melanie's mother is a Hollywood actress and her father was a former child stage actor. In what city was Melanie born? Hint: Several of Melanie's movies take place in this major city.

From Quiz Melanie Griffith

Answer: New York City

Born August 9th in New York, New York. Tippi Hedren is Melanie's famous mother, an accomplished actress best known for her Hitchcock performances in "Marnie" and "The Birds". Melanie is her only child. Her father was Peter Atwill Griffith, who appeared on Broadway a few times as a child actor although his adult career was in advertising. Peter is the father of actress and chef Tracy Griffith, Melanie's half-sister.

5. When was William Fichtner born?

From Quiz William Fichtner

Answer: November 27th, 1956

William was born in Long Island on Mitchell Air Force Base.

6. In which country was Ryan Gosling born?

From Quiz Life of Ryan

Answer: Canada

He was born as Ryan Thomas Gosling in London, Ontario, Canada. He was born on November 12, 1980. His father was Thomas Ray Gosling, a salesman and his mother was Donna. Ryan grew up in Cornwall, Ontario. He has an older sister Mandi with whom he lived after their parents divorced.

7. She has always used the name Anita Gillette professionally, and Anita is her given first name. How did she acquire the last name Gillette?

From Quiz Anita Gillette, Underappreciated Brilliance

Answer: It was her married name when she started acting.

She was already married when when she began working as an actress, so she used what was her legal name, Anita Gillette. When she divorced Ronald Gillette, ten years later, she was well-established as an actress under the name Anita Gillette, and continued to use it.

8. Lillian Gish's favorite quote regarding acting came from DW Griffith, but she repeated it so often in interviews, people came to associate it with her. What was the quote?

From Quiz Lillian Gish, Great Star, Great Lady

Answer: "You get a living, you give a life."

Gish lived for the cinema, and the theater. When she wasn't making films, she was appearing on stage. DW Griffith may well have been thinking of Gish when he came up with this quote. It certainly sums up her life well. The other quotes are from well-known actors: "Acting ... personal process" is from Sir Ian McKellan; "Stillness...." is from Morgan Freeman; and "You should ... not yourself" is from Dame Judi Dench.

9. On what instrument does John Shuttleworth accompany himself when performing his self-penned songs?

From Quiz John Shuttleworth - the Man and the Music

Answer: Portable electronic keyboard

Although he has tried other portable keyboards, John's favourite instrument is a Yamaha PSS680 "Musicstation" electronic keyboard, which he uses to accompany most of his songs. It has the advantage of being easily transportable to all of the venues where he performs. The fact that it sounds terrible doesn't seem to bother him at all.

10. In 2006, Kirk Fogg directed and had the leading role in his most successful movie. What was this movie called?

From Quiz Kirk Fogg, from TV host to Director

Answer: Distortion

"Distortion"(2006) is about a former drug addicted cop in his search for his girlfriend who has been abducted. Kirk Fogg played an ex-cop named Porter.

11. When is Rupert's birthday?

From Quiz Do You Know Rupert Grint?

Answer: August 24, 1988

Rupert Alexander Lloyd Grint was born on August 24, 1988 in Hertfordshire, England.

12. Isla Fisher was brought up in Australia by her Scottish parents, but in which Middle Eastern country was she actually born?

From Quiz Irresistible Isla Fisher

Answer: Oman

Isla was born in the capital, Muscat, in 1976, where her father was working as a banker for the United Nations. Her family moved to Australia in the early 1980s and, at only nine years old, she began to feature in TV commercials over there.

13. Stepin Fetchit was a stage name; what was his birth name?

From Quiz Stepin Fetchit

Answer: Lincoln Theodore Monroe Andrew Perry

Lincoln Perry was born in Florida in 1902, to parents who came to the USA from the Caribbean, most likely from The Bahamas and Jamaica. Lincoln left home aged twelve when he literally "ran away to join the carnival" and made a living as a tap dancer and singer. It is uncertain where his stage name came from, although Katz's "The Film Encyclopaedia" (1979) claims it was chosen because "he won some money once, on a horse with that name".

14. In which year was Ralph Fiennes born?

From Quiz All About Ralph Fiennes

Answer: 1962

Ralph's full name is Ralph Nathaniel Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes, and he was born in England on 22 December, 1962, into an aristocratic family. He has six siblings, three of whom also work in the film industry; sister Sophie is a filmmaker, sister Martha is a director, and brother Joseph is an actor. His other brothers are Magnus, a composer, Jacob, who is a conservationist, and foster-brother Michael, who is an archaeologist. Perhaps surprisingly, Ralph is pronounced like RAYF, which is the original, earlier pronunciation of the name.

15. Laura was born in what state, which was the 3rd state to join the United States and is also known as the Garden State?

From Quiz Lovely Laura San Giacomo

Answer: New Jersey

Laura San Giacomo was born to MaryJo and John San Giacomo. She grew up in Denville, New Jersey. She graduated from Morris Knolls High School and then went to the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama, where she earned a degree in fine arts.

16. What nationality is Adam Garcia?

From Quiz Adam Garcia

Answer: Australian

Adam is Australian, as he was born in Wahroonga, New South Wales on 1st June 1973. His surname comes from the fact that his father is Colombian.

17. What is Farrah's birth name?

From Quiz Farrah Fawcett

Answer: Ferrah Leni Fawcett

Farrah was born and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas until 1968 when, at the age of 21, she left for California.

18. In what year was Grierson born?

From Quiz John Grierson : Documentary Film Maker

Answer: 1898

He was born in 1898, in Deanston, Perthshire, one of eight children. His father was a school teacher and encouraged his children to think for themselves.

19. In October of 2002, Corey Feldman tied the knot for the second time. Whom did he marry?

From Quiz Corey Feldman

Answer: Susie Sprague

He married Susie in October of 2002 and they had a son in 2004. Vanessa Marcil was his previous wife. Meredith Salenger was his co-star in "Dream a Little Dream" (1989). Martha Plimpton was his costar in "The Goonies" (1985).

20. What was Kenny's real name?

From Quiz Kenny Everett - All In The Best Possible Taste

Answer: Maurice Cole

Kenny was born on Merseyside on 25 December 1944. He took his stage name from actor Edward Everett Horton, who was a childhood favourite of Kenny's.

21. What name was given to Fischer at birth?

From Quiz All About Jenna Fischer

Answer: Regina Marie Fischer

Jenna Fischer was born March 7, 1974. She was born in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, but was raised in St. Louis, Missouri. Her parent's are Jim and Anne Fischer. She has one younger sister named Emily.

22. The Gyllenhaal family are all involved in show business, Jake and Maggie are actors, father Stephen is a director and mother Naomi is a producer and screenwriter. Jake also has a famous godfather, who is it?

From Quiz All about Jake Gyllenhaal

Answer: Paul Newman

Not only is his godfather Paul Newman, Jake received his first driving lesson from the legendary actor. Not to be forgotten, his godmother is Jamie Lee Curtis.

23. When did Ricky Gervais meet his friend and collaborator, writer, director and actor Stephen Merchant?

From Quiz Do You Know Ricky Gervais?

Answer: When they both worked at London radio station, Xfm

Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant met in 1996 when both of them were working at the London radio station, Xfm. Since then, they have collaborated on the majority of Ricky's projects.

24. Where was Cuba Gooding, Jr. born?

From Quiz Show Me The Cuba Gooding, Jr.

Answer: Bronx, New York

Cuba was born in the Bronx and later moved with his family to Los Angeles, California. Two years later his father abandoned the family and he was raised by his single mother while he attended four different high schools in Los Angeles and Hollywood.

25. What country is Tom Green from?

From Quiz Tom Green

Answer: Canada

Tom Green was born Michael Thomas Green in Pembroke, Ontario, Canada on 30th July 1971.

26. What is Jenna's real name?

From Quiz Jenna Elfman

Answer: Jennifer Mary Butala

Jenna married Bodhi Elfman on February 18, 1995. She then started going by Jenna Elfman as her screen name. Jenna was born on September 30, 1971 in Los Angeles, California.

27. Where in Sweden was Britt Ekland born?

From Quiz Britt Ekland

Answer: Stockholm

Britt was born Britt Marie Eklund on 6th October 1942.

28. What state was Vivica A. Fox born in?

From Quiz Vivica A. Fox

Answer: Indiana

Vivica A. Fox was born July 30, 1964. She was born in Indianapolis, but at the age of 18 she moved to California where she attended Golden West College in Huntington Beach, California.

29. Where was Joseph Fiennes born?

From Quiz Facts of Joseph Fiennes

Answer: Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK

He was born on May 27, 1970 to Mark and Jini Fiennes.

30. What was Peter Finch's birth name (first name only)?

From Quiz Aussie Actors - Peter Finch

Answer: Frederick

Born, Frederick George Peter Ingle-Finch, in September 1916, in London, England, his Australian parents divorced when he was two. After living in France and India he was sent to live with relatives in Sydney, Australia at the age of ten, or so many sources say, but, even Peter's own accounts of his youth were very variable!

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