MEL GIBSON | BORN 1956

Mel Gibson’s middle name presents a bit of complexity; he was christened Mel Columcille Gerard Gibson. The actor rose to fame for his portrayal of Max Rockatansky in the “Mad Max” film series. His journey in the film industry has seen significant evolution since his family relocated to Australia when he was twelve. Gibson honed his craft at the National Institute of Dramatic Art, where he recognized the potential for acting to be a lucrative endeavor.

This realization led him to establish Icon Entertainment in the 1980s. While Gibson’s acting career has been noteworthy, it is perhaps his directorial work that has left a lasting impression. He directed and starred in “Braveheart,” released in 1995, and later produced and directed “The Passion of the Christ,” a film that stirred much conversation and achieved remarkable box office success.