Ludwig van Beethoven

Listed In: Musicians

Birth Year: 1770

Birthplace: Bonn, Germany

Died: 1827

German composer and pianist, Ludwig van Beethoven, remains one of the most admired composers in the history of Western music even two centuries after his death. Born into a musical family, he was initially tutored by his father. He found success early as a pianist and went on to become an admired composer despite suffering from hearing-impairment.

Manny Pacquiao

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1978

Birthplace: Kibawe, Bukidnon, Philippines

Before assuming office as a senator of the Phillippines, Manny Pacquiao was already known as a globally renowned boxer. Known to his fans as PacMan, he is the only boxer to have won world championships from the 1990s to the 2020s. BoxRec named him the world’s seventh-active boxer in 2020.

Milla Jovovich

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1975

Birthplace: Kyiv, Ukraine

The quintessential action heroine of Hollywood, Milla Jovovich was rightly called the reigning queen of kick-butt by VH1 in 2006. Milla Jovovich is synonymous with the Resident Evil film series as the series revolves around its central character Alice, played by Milla. The Resident Evil film franchise is the highest-grossing movie series to be adapted from video games.

Katheryn Winnick

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1977

Birthplace: Etobicoke, Toronto, Canada

Canadian actor Katheryn Winnick is best known for her multiple award-nominated performance as Lagertha in Vikings. Fans also loved her as Hannah Burley in Bones and as Christine "C.G." Gavin in Wu Assassins. She has guest-starred in numerous projects and has also appeared in many short films.

Sarah Paulson

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1974

Birthplace: Tampa, Florida, United States

Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine in 2017, actress Sarah Paulson has been appearing in theater productions, TV shows, and films since the mid-1990s. She has appeared in both comedic and dramatic roles and has received numerous awards and accolades, including the Primetime Emmy Award.

Eugene Levy

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1946

Birthplace: Hamilton, Canada

Mainly known for his comic roles, Canadian actor Eugene Levy has had a career spanning over six decades, with Splash, Father of the Bride, Waiting for Guffman, American Pie and American Pie 2 being some of his memorable films. He has also acted in television and found success with the hit series, Schitt's Creek. He is also a writer and director.

Simo Häyhä

Listed In: Miscellaneous

Birth Year: 1905

Birthplace: Rautjärvi, Finland

Died: 2002

Simo Häyhä was a Finnish sniper who served in the Winter War against the Soviet Union, in 1939–1940. He had killed 500 men in the war and received many awards for his exploits. His face was disfigured by a Red Army bullet, and he later retired to a farm.

Bill Pullman

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1953

Birthplace: Hornell, New York, USA

Bill Pullman was persuaded by his students to try his hand at acting while working as an adjunct professor at the School of Film and Photography of the Montana State University. He then started working with theater companies and eventually became a film actor. He is also a creative writer and serves on the Alfred University's Board of Trustees.

Giovanni Ribisi

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1974

Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

Giovanni Ribisi is best known for his Emmy-nominated role of Ralph Mariano in the sitcom My Name Is Earl. He has also appeared on shows such as The Twilight Zone, Simon & Simon, and Friends, and the movies Saving Private Ryan, Avatar, and Ted. He is a staunch Scientologist. 

Ernie Hudson

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1945

Birthplace: Benton Harbor, Michigan, USA

Height: 6'0" (183 cm)

Eddie Kendricks

Listed In: Singers

Birth Year: 1939

Birthplace: Union Springs, Alabama, United States

Died: 1992

Height: 6'1" (185 cm)

Wes Studi

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1947

Birthplace: Tahlequah, Oklahoma, United States

Height: 5'10" (178 cm)

Lil Rel Howery

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1979

Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

Height: 5'6" (168 cm)

Paul Rodgers

Listed In: Singers

Birth Year: 1949

Birthplace: Middlesbrough, England

Paul Rodgers is a British singer, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter. Over the years, Rodgers has performed with popular bands like Bad Company, Free, and Queen. Rodgers, who has influenced several notable rock singers, was honored with the prestigious Ivor Novello Award in 2011. He has also been named in Rolling Stone magazine's list of 100 Greatest Singers of All Time.

Paracelsus

Listed In: Physicians

Birth Year: 1493

Birthplace: Einsiedeln, Switzerland

Died: 1541

German-Swiss physician and alchemist Paracelsus, son of a poor chemist, grew up into a key figure of the German Renaissance. Known as the "father of toxicology," he explored the importance of chemistry in medical science. His interest in chemistry was ignited by his stint at the Bergschule in childhood. 

Yann Sommer

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1988

Birthplace: Morges, Switzerland

Swiss footballer Yann Sommer is best known as the goalkeeper for Borussia Mönchengladbach. He has also been part of the 2 FIFA World Cups and 2 UEFA European Championships for Switzerland. Starting his career with youth teams such as Basel, he later became one of the greatest Bundesliga goalkeepers.

Shannon Woodward

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1984

Birthplace: Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Height: 5'3" (160 cm)

Pope Francis

Listed In: Spiritual & Religious Leaders

Birth Year: 1936

Birthplace: Flores, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Died: 2025

Pope Francis is the sovereign of the Vatican City and head of the Catholic Church. He is the first Jesuit pope and first non-European pope since Pope Gregory III. Often praised for having a comparatively less formal approach, Pope Francis is popular for his humility, international visibility, and concern for the poor.

Laurie Holden

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1969

Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

Laurie Holden is an American-Canadian model, actress, and producer. She is best known for her portrayal of Andrea in the popular horror television series The Walking Dead, for which she received the 2012 Satellite Award and 2013 Saturn Award. Also known for her human rights activism and charity work, Laurie Holden works closely with organizations that campaign against human trafficking.

Chuck Liddell

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1969

Birthplace: Santa Barbara, California, United States

Chuck Liddell is a retired mixed martial artist. He participated in 23 fights in the UFC and is a former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. He is widely credited with bringing MMA into mainstream American entertainment. He was featured on the cover of ESPN The Magazine in 2007. He was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2009. 

Jaimee Foxworth

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1979

Birthplace: Belleville, Illinois, United States

Jaimee Foxworth is an American model, actress, and former pornographic actress. Foxworth is best known for playing Judy Winslow in the popular TV series, Family Matters. Also a musician, Foxworth is credited with forming S.H.E., an R&B musical group, with her two sisters. Over the years, Jaimee Foxworth has also battled depression and substance abuse.

Duff Goldman

Listed In: Food Experts

Birth Year: 1974

Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan, United States

Duff Goldman is an American pâtissier, cookbook author, and television personality. The executive chef of Charm City Cakes shop, Goldman's work has been featured on several cooking television shows like Iron Chef America, Duff's Happy Fun Bake Time, and Food Network Challenge. Duff Goldman has made cakes for influential personalities like Barack Obama, Sir Roger Moore, and Tom Clancy.

George Lindsey

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1928

Birthplace: Fairfield, Alabama, USA

Died: 2012

Height: 6'0" (183 cm)

Jacqueline Wilson

Listed In: Writers

Birth Year: 1945

Birthplace: Bath, Somerset, England

Michele Tafoya

Listed In: Media Personalities

Birth Year: 1964

Birthplace: Manhattan Beach, California, United States

Height: 5'8" (173 cm)

Sean Patrick Thomas

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1970

Birthplace: Washington, D.C., United States

Sean Patrick Thomas is an American actor best known for playing Derek Reynolds in the teen dance film, Save the Last Dance. Also known for his work in TV, Thomas has played important roles in series like The District and Ringer.

Chase Utley

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1978

Birthplace: Pasadena, California, United States

Height: 6'1" (185 cm)

Marissa Ribisi

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1974

Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

Marissa Ribisi is an American actress who started acting at the age of nine. She then went on to act in films like Dazed and Confused before co-writing the 1998 romantic comedy drama film Some Girl, in which she played Claire. Also an entrepreneur, Ribisi launched a fashion line called Whitley Kros in 2007 after joining hands with Sophia Banks.

Dave Madden

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1931

Birthplace: Sarnia, Canada

Died: 2014

Best known as Reuben Kincaid from the musical sitcom The Partridge Family, Canadian-born American actor Dave Madden later also gained fame as Earl Hicks in Alice. Once part of the US Air Force, he had also served in Libya, where he once performed a magic show for Idris, the Libyan ruler.

Nat Wolff

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1994

Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, USA

Height: 6'1" (185 cm)

Prince Rupert of the Rhine

Listed In: Leaders

Birth Year: 1619

Birthplace: Prague, Czechia

Died: 1682

Prince Rupert of the Rhine was a German-English admiral, army officer, colonial governor, and scientist. Renowned for his energy and quick-thinking, Rupert made long-lasting and impressive contributions to the doctrine and development of the Royal Navy. He is also credited with shaping modern Canada's political geography. 

Craig Kielburger

Listed In: Activists

Birth Year: 1982

Birthplace: Thornhill, Vaughan, Canada

At age 12, Craig Kielburger and his brother read about a child laborer of his age who was murdered in Pakistan for protesting against child labor in his country, and the duo immediately stepped into action. Their organization Free the Children led to the formation of the WE Movement.  

Sara Dallin

Listed In: Musicians

Birth Year: 1961

Birthplace: Bristol, England

Height: 5'8" (173 cm)

Paul Butterfield

Listed In: Musicians

Birth Year: 1942

Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States

Died: 1987

David Rudisha

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1988

Birthplace: Kilgoris, Narok County, Kenya

Height: 6'3" (190 cm)

Jessi

Listed In: Singers

Birth Year: 1988

Birthplace: Queens, New York City, United States

Height: 5'6" (168 cm)

Buddy Hield

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1992

Birthplace: Freeport, Bahamas

Height: 6'4" (193 cm)

Emma Bell

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1986

Birthplace: Woodstown, New Jersey, US

Height: 5'6" (168 cm)

David Benavidez

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1996

Birthplace: Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Height: 6'2" (188 cm)

Tommy Steele

Listed In: Singers

Birth Year: 1936

Birthplace: Bermondsey

Tommy Steele is an English singer, actor, sculptor, and writer. Widely regarded as an important entertainer, Steele is considered Britain's first rock and roll star and teen idol. His rise to stardom was dramatized in the 1957 film The Tommy Steele Story, where he appeared as himself. Tommy Steele remains an active performer to this day.  

Sébastien Ogier

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1983

Birthplace: Gap, France

Height: 5'11" (180 cm)

John Greenleaf Whittier

Listed In: Writers

Birth Year: 1807

Birthplace: Haverhill, Massachusetts, United States

Died: 1892

María Elena Velasco

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1940

Birthplace: Puebla, Mexico

Died: 2015

John Kennedy Toole

Listed In: Writers

Birth Year: 1937

Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Died: 1969

Deborah Sampson

Listed In: Miscellaneous

Birth Year: 1760

Birthplace: Plympton, Massachusetts, USA

Died: 1827

Stefania Liberakakis

Listed In: Singers

Birth Year: 2002

Birthplace: Utrecht, Netherlands

Stefania Liberakakis is a Greek-Dutch singer, YouTuber, and voice actress. She is best known for her participation in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2021 where she represented Greece with the song Last Dance; Stefania finished tenth in the contest. Stefania Liberakakis has also voiced important characters in the Dutch version of films like Dolittle and Wonder Park.

Abderrazak Hamdallah

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1990

Birthplace: Safi, Morocco

Height: 6'0" (183 cm)

Selen

Listed In: Miscellaneous

Birth Year: 1966

Birthplace: Rome, Italy

Selen is the stage name of Luce Caponegro, an Italian actress and TV presenter. She received training in singing and classical dance as a child. She began her career as a porn star and found considerable success in the adult film industry. She, later on, entered mainstream cinema and TV as well. Her love for animals is well-known. 

Cal Ripken Sr.

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1935

Birthplace: Aberdeen, Maryland, United States

Died: 1999

Susanthika Jayasinghe

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1975

Birthplace: Uduwaka, Sri Lanka