ESFP (extroverted sensing feeling perceiving) is one of the sixteen personality types of the Myers-Briggs Type Inventory (MBTI) test.
ESFPs operate from the principle that “all the world’s a stage” — and they want to be the stars.
They’re the class clowns, show-offs, and divas. Outgoing, energetic, and impulsive, they are natural performers and entertainers. But if ESPFs can’t grab attention by being funny or fascinating, they will settle for being annoying or outrageous.
If you know an ESFP, you may sometimes wish he or she had an off switch. ESFPs can also seem flighty and superficial to others, more concerned with appearances than facts and unwilling to take anything seriously.
POLITICIANS & WORLD LEADERS
Some ESFPs choose to take their natural charm into politics.
- William J. Clinton, U.S. President. source
- Ronald Reagan, U.S. President. source
- Dolley Madison, U.S. First Lady. source
- Benito Mussolini, Italian dictator. source
- Peter the Great, Russian czar. source
- Lord Horatio Nelson, English admiral. source
- Idi Amin, Ugandan dictator. source
MUSICIANS
ESFP performers are typically known for their flair and energy, as well as unconventional style.
- Katy Perry, U.S. singer. source
- Elvis Presley, U.S. musician. source
- James Brown, U.S. singer and producer. source
- Nicki Minaj, Trinidadian-American rapper. source
- Tommy Lee, U.S. drummer. source
- Ray Charles, U.S. pianist and singer. source
- Pink, U.S. singer. source
- Dolly Parton, U.S. singer. source
- Rick James, U.S. musician. source
- Adam Levine, U.S. singer. source
- Biggie Smalls (Notorious BIG), U.S. rapper. source
- Justin Bieber, Canadian singer. source
- Miley Cyrus, U.S. singer. source
- Little Richard, U.S. musician. source
- Macklemore, U.S. hip-hop artist. source
- Robin Thicke, Canadian singer. source
- Ringo Starr, English singer. source
- Paul McCartney, English singer. source
BUSINESS
While ESFPs may not seem a natural fit for the corporate world, their charm and ability to grab attention can be assets, especially for entrepreneurs.
- Mark Cuban, U.S. entrepreneur and sports team owner. source
- Larry Ellison, U.S. founder of Oracle. source
- Richard Branson, English founder of Virgin. source
- Howard Schultz, U.S. founder of Starbucks. source
- Hugh Hefner, U.S. publisher of Playboy magazine. source
ACTORS & ENTERTAINERS
It’s not surprising that a lot of ESFPs end up on a stage or in front of a camera.
- Leonardo DiCaprio, U.S. actor. source
- Will Smith, U.S. actor. source
- Andy Samberg, U.S. comedian and actor. source
- John Goodman, U.S. actor. source
- Steve Irwin, Australian naturalist and television personality. source
- Chloe Grace Moretz, U.S. actress.
- Cameron Diaz, U.S. actress. source
- Kathie Lee Gifford, U.S. television hostess. source
- Lindsay Lohan, U.S. actress. source
- Brittany Murphy, U.S. actress.
- Willard Scott, U.S. television weatherman. source
- Judy Garland, U.S. singer and actor. source
- Jake Gyllenhaal, U.S. actor. source
- Jamie Oliver, English chef and television host. source
- Bob Hope, U.S. comedian and actor. source
- Zac Efron, U.S. actor. source
- Arsenio Hall, U.S. comedian and talk show host. source
ATHLETES
ESFP athletes are the sorts who always put on a show, on and off the field. You don’t want to take your eyes off them because you might miss something spectacular.
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- Earvin “Magic” Johnson, U.S. point guard. source
- Ken Griffey Jr., U.S. outfielder. source
- Metta World Peace, U.S. small forward. source
- Walter Payton, U.S. running back. source
- Dennis Rodman, U.S. power forward. source
- Serena Williams, U.S. tennis player. source
- Dana White, U.S. promoter of UFC. source
- Adrian Peterson, U.S. running back. source
- Kyle Petty, U.S. NASCAR driver. source
- Mary Lou Retton, U.S. gymnast. source
- Kyle Petty, U.S. stock car racing driver and commentator. source
WRITERS & ARTISTS
ESFP artists are creative, witty, and always crowd-pleasers.
- Michelangelo Buonarroti, Italian artist and sculptor. source
- Tony Robbins, U.S. motivational speaker. source
- Deepak Chopra, Indian New Age guru. source
- Dr. Wayne Dyer, U.S. self-help author. source
FICTIONAL CHARACTERS
Finally, here are some people from fictional universes who fit the ESFP type.
- Homer Simpson from The Simpsons. source
- Daisy Buchanan from The Great Gatsby. source
- Captain Jack Harkness from Doctor Who. source
- Rose from Downton Abbey. source
- Theon Greyjoy from Game of Thrones. source
- Simba from The Lion King. source
- Michael Scott from The Office. source
- Fozzie Bear from The Muppets. source
- Anna from Frozen. source
- Penny from The Big Bang Theory. source
- Fred and George Weasley from Harry Potter. source
- Finnick from The Hunger Games. source
- Peregrin “Pippin” Took from The Lord of the Rings. source
- Wicket from Return of the Jedi. source
- Lydia Bennet from Pride and Prejudice. source
- Mr. Buu from Dragonball Z. source
- Carrie “Big Boo” Black from Orange Is the New Black. source
Nikki says
Fred and George Weasley are ENTPs. RON Weasley is an ESFP.
anon says
Nah, they’re both ENFP.
Rebecca TAWTON says
lol no ron is an ESFP
Sherrie says
Thank you. This is helpful.
Jessica says
Rachel Green from Friends is ESFP
Reina says
Agree ?
Zuri says
Wow ????. I actually relate to Selena Gomez, Nicki Minaj, and Justin Bieber. This helps alooot.
Stephanee says
a lot*
Rusty? says
When I think of an ESFP, Lucy Ricardo comes to my mind first!
Agnew E Dellinger says
Hmm.. all my favorites are also ESFP! This answers a lot of questions but at the same time, brings up some more questions.
Kathy says
Do you know Paul Simon or Art Garfunkel’s personality type?
Luc says
This made my day…thanks
ella says
This is so awesome I’m in touch with all these people it’s so cool and Zac Efron my ESFP group is so hot and gay!
Danny B says
I am a ESFP. I have been writing for nearly twenty years. I published my autobiography in 2017. Everything from numerology to my horoscope says I should be an actor or writer. Because I am bipolar it is hard to keep interested in one subject. I have joined a writing club and they have taught me so much. I am working on a new story I hope to finish by mid 2021.
Gwen says
Don’t forget John Mulaney! Sorry im an ENFP I was just checking that John was on this list and hes not:(
Sam says
Will Smith is ENFP!
Yasmin says
I’m trying to relate to one of the musicians that have the same personality as me, but the only one that caught my eye was the last one PAUL MCCARTNEY!!!! the best news all day ” I HAVE THE SAME PERSONALITY AS THE TWO BEATLES (R.S) AND (P.Mc)” but the only downer is I’m nothing like Paul McCartney but just having the same personality as him is DRIVING ME BONKERS!!! ; in the best way possible : )
Marlie says
Freddie Mercury is also ESFP.