Famous look alikes
Portrait of a Seated Youth
Who's pictured: The painting to the left was created by German artist Georg Pencz in the 1500s.
Hint about the famous look-alike: This young billionaire is co-creator and CEO of a top-ranked website.
Ilham Anas
Who's pictured: Ilham Anas is a photographer from Indonesia.
Hint about the famous look-alike: In 2008, this former senator (his state) became the 44th president of the United States.
Bilbo Baggins
Who's pictured: "Lord of the Rings" fans know this is Bilbo Baggins (pictured here in the animated version), the uncle of main character Frodo Baggins. (See an image from the live-action movie.)
Kathryn Bigelow
Who's pictured: The Academy Award-winning director (for which film?) looks a lot like a famous actress.
Hint about the famous look-alike: This English model and actress is the former girlfriend of actor Hugh Grant and current fiancée of Australian cricket player Shane Warne.
Tom Colicchio
Who's pictured: Celebrity chef Tom Colicchio is known for his New York restaurants and for his run as a judge on a popular chef competition show "Top Chef."
Hint about the famous look-alike: Nicknamed "Iron Man" this former MLB shortstop and third baseman broke Lou Gehrig’s record for consecutive games played (see new record).
Zooey Deschanel
Who's pictured: Movie and TV actress Zooey Deschanel (her current FOX series?) is also an indie rocker. (Who is her famous actress sister?)
Hint about the famous look-alike: This pop star’s performance of her new track at the 2012 Grammys caused speculation that the song was written about her ex-husband.
Dory
Who's pictured: The naïve and forgetful fish from the movie "Finding Nemo" provided lots of comedy, not surprising considering the comedienne who voiced her (who?)
Hint about the famous look-alike: This anchor and her husband are both correspondents for CNN.
Elrond: Lord of Rivendell
Who's pictured: Yes, another "Lord of the Rings" character, this time in Lord Elrond, a leader of the elves (which actress portrayed his daughter?).
Hint about the famous look-alike: "Stop wearing mom jeans" (who said it?), was the advice given to Mitt Romney by this FOX News chief political
Robert Englund
Who's pictured: Robert Englund is an actor best known for playing the iconic "Nightmare on Elm Street" killer Freddy Krueger (see a photo of him).
Hint about the famous look-alike: This "Whose Line Is It Anyway" alum was a recurring performer on "Drew Carey’s Improv-A-Ganza."
Franken Berry
Who's pictured: Franken Berry is the famous "monster" character of the breakfast cereal of the same name.
Hint about the famous look-alike: Now living in the Dallas area with her NBAer husband (who is he?), the reality TV star (her show) is from a famous family.
Gollum
Who's pictured: We can't stop with the "Lord of the Rings" references. Here's one of the villains, Gollum (remember his other name?).
Hint about the famous look-alike: This "Ragin’ Cajun" Democratic strategist and his Republican strategist wife (who is she?) prove that a house divided can indeed stand.
David Hasselhoff
Who's pictured: David Hasselfhoff (or "The Hoff" as he's sometimes known), was the star of "Knight Rider" and one of several hotties in "Baywatch."
Hint about the famous look-alike: Despite never winning the Super Bowl, this former quarterback (his former team) is considered one of the greatest in NFL history.
Janice the Muppet
Who's pictured: Janice the Muppet is not as popular as some of her Muppet counterparts, but she does bear resemblance to a celebrity.
Hint about the famous look-alike: This Italian fashion designer has brought new life to her family’s label since the death of her famous designer brother.
Joe Camel
Who's pictured: Joe Camel has been the face of Camel brand cigarettes for decades.
Hint about the famous look-alike: This rapper and entertainment mogul’s (hear his music) super star wife (hear her music) welcomed their first child.
Keira Knightley
Who's pictured: Keira Knightley has starred in several films, including some "Pirates of the Caribbean" movies, "Atonement" and many others.
Hint about the famous look-alike: Secret marriage rumors were sparked when this actress and her ballet dancer fiancé sported wedding rings at the 2012 Academy Awards (are they married?).
Stieg Larsson
Who's pictured: Stieg Larsson is the author of acclaimed thrillers such as "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo."
Hint about the famous look-alike: This late film director, producer and screenwriter gave Ferris Bueller the day off and left 8-year-old Kevin McCallister "Home Alone."
Lego Star Wars
What's pictured: A Lego Star Wars toy
Hint about the famous look-alike: This 2012 Republican presidential candidate still holds out hope for the presidential nomination, despite coming in third or fourth in the last eight nominating contests.
Jim Nabors
Who's pictured: Jim Nabors is the actor best known for his iconic role as fictional TV character Gomer Pyle, but he's also a musician (check out his work).
Hint about the famous look-alike: This former Arkansas governor recently referred to the 2012 Republican Primary as a "toxic atmosphere."
New England Patriots logo
What's pictured: Logo for the NFL team, the New England Patriots
Hint about the famous look-alike: This Democratic U.S. senator (his state) shocked onlookers when he sported two black eyes and a broken nose at a recent White House event (what caused the injury?).
'The Observer' on 'Fringe'
Who's pictured: Michael Cerveris, who plays the character known as "The Observer" on the "Fringe" TV series.
Hint about the famous look-alike: This billionaire CEO and online shopping pioneer’s company is named for an ostensibly endless South American river.
Gen. Vladimir Osipov: "Mafia Wars"
Who's pictured: A character from the popular "Mafia Wars" game
Hint about the famous look-alike: This actor, best known for his portrayal of TV dad Dan Connor (on what show?), is rumored to be reuniting with his former TV wife (who is she?) in this new NBC comedy.
Pinocchio
Who's pictured: The famous Disney character Pinocchio, the wooden boy who dreamed of becoming a real boy.
Hint about the famous look-alike: This New Directions member (on what show?) wrote and will star in this coming-of-age comedy (watch the trailer) about an outcast teen with journalistic aspirations.
Justice Antonin Scalia
Who's pictured: Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia (appointed by which president?)
Hint about the famous look-alike: This celebrity chef (his show) is known for his signature catch phrases and restaurants.
Ian Somerhalder
Who's pictured: Ian Somerhalder may be best known for his starring role in "The Vampire Diaries," but his longtime role in a popular sci-fi series (which one?) launched him into the spotlight.
Hint about the famous look-alike: Look for this "Gossip Girl" heartthrob actor to star opposite an "American Idol" judge (hear her music) this summer in this Kirk Jones-directed film.
Finding Nemo" Seagull
What's pictured: Seagulls from "Finding Nemo"
Hint about the famous look-alike: This CNN anchor and daytime talk-show host recently was voted as one of America’s favorite news personalities (who were the worst?).
Jordin Sparks
Who's pictured: Singer Jordin Sparks, who first came to fame as the Season 6 winner of "American Idol"
Hint about the famous look-alike: This "Ugly Betty" actress is the voice of Astrid in this DreamWorks franchise.
Yubaba: "Spirited Away"
Who's pictured: The character Yubaba from the anime series "Spirited Away"
Hint about the famous look-alike: This former U.S. journalist was the first female member of the National Press Club and first female United Press International White House bureau chief.
Mike Tomlin
Who's pictured: NFL Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin
Hint about the famous look-alike: This "House" actor’s unscripted project "Mile High" (his production partners) recently received the green light by the Travel Channel.
Ollie Williams: "Family Guy"
Who's pictured: The weatherman on the animated series "Family Guy"
Hint about the famous look-alike: This slimmed-down weatherman (on what show?) is known for the catch phrase "Here’s what’s happening in your neck of the woods."
Jeff Van Gundy
Who's pictured: Former NBA head coach Jeff Van Gundy (which teams?), who now is a game commentator
Hint about the famous look-alike: This actor received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor (who won?) for his portrayal of Stan Yankelman in Billy Crystal’s 1992 directorial debut (what movie?).