Gus Van Sant directed the music video for Red Hot Chili Peppers' first major hit, "Under the Bridge." Born: July 24, 1952

Director
"Mala Noche" (1985)
"Drugstore Cowboy" (1989)
"My Own Private Idaho" (1991)
"Even Cowgirls Get the Blues" (1993)
"To Die For" (1995)
"Good Will Hunting" (1997) (Oscar nomination, best director)

Writer
"Mala Noche" (1985)
"Drugstore Cowboy" (1989)
"My Own Private Idaho" (1991)
"Even Cowgirls Get the Blues" (1993)

Producer
"Mala Noche" (1985)
"Even Cowgirls Get the Blues" (1993)
"Kids" (1995)