Steven Spielberg | Born: 1946

When one is asked about a director from Hollywood they know, Steven Spielberg always comes to mind. Spielberg has, to his credit, been one of the most successful and legendary directors of all time. He is known for his direction of some of Hollywood’s most iconic and successful films. He rose to prominence during the 1970s thanks to his work on the iconic summer blockbuster, Jaws. Over the years, Spielberg was responsible for some highly iconic films such as E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Jurassic Park, and Saving Private Ryan, among others.

Even though he’s now 74, Spielberg continues to direct and influence much of what happens in Hollywood. Aside from directing, Spielberg also co-founded Amblin Entertainment and DreamWorks, companies which have been quite successful for decades. Among his most recent works include Ready Player One and the upcoming movies West Side Story and The Fabelmans.