Paul Newman

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1925

Birthplace: Shaker Heights, Ohio, United States

Died: 2008

One of the most celebrated actors of the 1960s and 1970s, Paul Newman was a multi-faceted man. Apart from winning acting accolades, such as the Academy Award, he had also won many championships as a driver as part of the Sports Car Club of America. Also known for his philanthropy and political activism, Newman founded many nonprofit organizations.

Wayne Gretzky

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1961

Birthplace: Brantford, Canada

Nicknamed "The Great One,” Wayne Gretzky is a four-time Stanley Cup Champion and a six-time All-Star record-breaker. The Hockey Hall of Fame inductee played for four NHL teams from 1979 to 1999, was the leading scorer in NHL history, and served as the head coach of the Phoenix Coyotes.

Eddie Van Halen

Listed In: Musicians

Birth Year: 1955

Birthplace: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Died: 2020

Eddie Van Halen was an American songwriter and guitarist. The co-founder of the popular rock band Van Halen, Eddie is widely considered one of the greatest guitar players in the history of rock music. He is credited with popularizing the tapping technique, which is now used extensively by guitarists all over the world.

Sasha Banks

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1992

Birthplace: Fairfield, California, United States

One of the most popular female WWE wrestlers of the current generation, Sasha Banks was named the top black wrestler in a list titled BW 500 in 2020. A celebrated wrestler, she was involved in the first Iron Woman match, first women's WWE pay-per-view event, and first women's Hell in a Cell match.

Vince Carter

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1977

Birthplace: Daytona Beach, Florida, United States

Widely regarded as the greatest dunker ever in basketball history, Vince Carter is an American former basketball player. His leaping ability during his playing career often entertained crowds, earning him nicknames like Half Man, Half Amazing and Vinsanity. Also a philanthropist, Carter set up the Embassy of Hope Foundation, which helps children in places like New Jersey, Florida, and Ontario.

Douglas MacArthur

Listed In: Leaders

Birth Year: 1880

Birthplace: Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Died: 1964

American five-star general Douglas MacArthur was the field marshal of the Philippine Army. He and his father were the first father-son duo to win the Medal of Honor. after World War II, he became the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces in Japan and contributed to Japan’s reconstruction.

José Mourinho

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1963

Birthplace: Setúbal

When it comes to great football managers, Jose Mourinho’s name comes right at the top. He is regarded as one of the most tactfully brilliant managers ever, even though his defensive style has at times been criticised. He has had great stints with Premier League clubs like Inter Milan, Real Madrid, Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur.

Sergio Pérez

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1990

Birthplace: Guadalajara, Mexico

Starting racing at age 6, Mexican racing driver Sergio Pérez, nicknamed Checo, scripted history by scoring more points than any Mexican in Formula One history. The winner of titles such as the 2020 Sakhir Grand Prix and the 2021 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, he is now associated with Red Bull Racing.

Angela Davis

Listed In: Activists

Birth Year: 1944

Birthplace: Birmingham

Activist, philosopher, academic and author, Angela Davis is a founding member of the Committees of Correspondence for Democracy and Socialism (CCDS). She has worked in the areas of feminism, class, race and the US prison system. She has also received criticism for supporting the erstwhile Soviet Union and has been accused of supporting political violence.

David Strathairn

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1949

Birthplace: San Francisco, California

Recipient of several awards and accolades, David Strathairn is an eminent American actor. Distinguished for his prolific body of work, he earned various accolades, including Academy Award nomination for his performance in Good Night, and Good Luck. Return of the Secaucus 7 marked his screen debut. He gained prominence with roles in City of Hope, Limbo and Eight Men Out.

Bessie Coleman

Listed In: Miscellaneous

Birth Year: 1892

Birthplace: Atlanta, Texas, United States

Died: 1926

Bessie Coleman was an American civil aviator and the first African-American woman to hold a pilot license. Nicknamed Queen Bess, Coleman became a high-profile pilot in the air shows organized in the United States. Bessie Coleman died at the age of 34 in a plane crash. Her efforts to promote aviation inspired the Native American communities.

Scott Glenn

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1939

Birthplace: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Scott Glenn is an American actor who has portrayed prominent roles in films, such as Urban Cowboy, The Hunt for Red October, and The Silence of the Lambs. Also known for his contribution to the TV industry, Glenn has appeared in TV films like Homeland Security and Code Breakers.

Bob Uecker

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1934

Birthplace: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Died: 2025

Height: 6'1" (185 cm)

Maria von Trapp

Listed In: Singers

Birth Year: 1905

Birthplace: Vienna, Austria

Died: 1987

Maria von Trapp was the matriarch of the Austrian singing family, Trapp Family Singers. As a young woman, she married widowed naval commander Georg von Trapp. He already had seven children from his first wife, and the couple had three more. The family began singing together at events and became a popular touring act called the Trapp Family Singers. 

Ester Expósito

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 2000

Birthplace: Madrid, Spain

Best known for her role in the Netflix series Elite, Madrid Theater Award-winning Spanish actor Ester Expósito is a true-blue feminist who has attended rallies for the cause. She had started attending acting classes as soon as she finished school. She is also a passionate dancer.

Anita Baker

Listed In: Singers

Birth Year: 1958

Birthplace: Toledo

Height: 4'11" (150 cm)

Maria Pedraza

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1996

Birthplace: Madrid, Spain

Spanish actress and ballerina, Maria Pedraza first came to limelight with her role in the Netflix series Money Heist, debuting on screen earlier in the same year with Amar: With You Until the End of the World. Since then she has been appearing in number of productions, including the thriller teen drama series, Elite, concurrently focusing on her ballet.

Colin O’Donoghue

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1981

Birthplace: Drogheda, Ireland

Identified as the “Best New Talent” of Ireland at the age of 23, Colin Arthur O'Donoghue attracted the attention of TV viewers with his performance in the TV show Once Upon a Time aired on ABC network and went on to star in the movie, The Rite, and Netflix series, Heartstrings. The actor and musician was also a member of the Irish band The Enemies.

Herbert Sobel

Listed In: Leaders

Birth Year: 1912

Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States

Died: 1987

Herbert Sobel was an American military man who commanded Easy Company during World War II. Although he played a key role during the war, Sobel was despised by his soldiers due to his arrogance. In the 2001 war drama miniseries Band of Brothers, Herbert Sobel was portrayed by David Schwimmer.

William Hopper

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1915

Birthplace: New York City, New York, USA

Died: 1970

Height: 6'3" (190 cm)

Gene Siskel

Listed In: Media Personalities

Birth Year: 1946

Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States

Died: 1999

Peter Sagan

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1990

Birthplace: Žilina, Slovakia

Peter Sagan is a Slovak road bicycle racer. He is currently associated with Bora-Hansgrohe, a popular UCI WorldTeam. Widely regarded as one of cycling's greatest talents, Peter Sagan has won several prestigious championships over the course of his career. He has won UCI Road World Championships and European Championship among many other contests.

Andrew Ridgeley

Listed In: Musicians

Birth Year: 1963

Birthplace: Windlesham

Sara Rue

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1979

Birthplace: New York, New York, United States

Actress Sara Rue is best known for her role in the sitcom Less than Perfect. Born to parents who worked in the Broadway theater, she was introduced to acting as a child and began her acting career at the age of nine. As a young adult, she acted in the movie Pearl Harbor.

Robby Novak

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 2004

Birthplace: Henderson, Tennessee, United States

Rachel DiPillo

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1991

Birthplace: Flint, Michigan, United States

Height: 5'7" (170 cm)

Kelly Stables

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1978

Birthplace: St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Height: 4'11" (150 cm)

Aaron Kaufman

Listed In: Business People

Birth Year: 1982

Birthplace: Crowley, Texas, United States

Height: 5'9" (175 cm)

Travis Etienne

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1999

Birthplace: Jennings, Louisiana, United States

Height: 5'10" (178 cm)

Edwin Hodge

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1985

Birthplace: Onslow County, North Carolina, USA

Height: 6'0" (183 cm)

Jack Youngblood

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1950

Birthplace: Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Known for his 14-year stint with the NFL team Los Angeles Rams, football defensive end Jack Youngblood was named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The seven-time Pro Bowl is also a five-time consensus All-Pro. He is also a known name in broadcasting and has penned a memoir, too.

Zara Cully

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1892

Birthplace: Worcester, Massachusetts, United States

Died: 1978

Height: 5'2" (157 cm)

W. Kamau Bell

Listed In: Writers

Birth Year: 1973

Birthplace: Palo Alto, California, United States U.S.

Height: 6'4" (193 cm)

Julia Grant

Listed In: Miscellaneous

Birth Year: 1826

Birthplace: St. Louis

Died: 1902

Lucinda Williams

Listed In: Musicians

Birth Year: 1953

Birthplace: Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States

Kim Jae-joong

Listed In: Singers

Birth Year: 1986

Birthplace: Gongju, South Korea

In 2020, Kim Jae-joong was named South Korea’s richest K-pop star. The former member of TVXQ later joined JYJ. He also soared to fame with K-dramas such as Manhole and Triangle. He loves splurging on luxury cars and owns lavish apartments, malls, and restaurants in Korea and Japan.

Gilles Marini

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1976

Birthplace: Grasse, France

Wendy Melvoin

Listed In: Musicians

Birth Year: 1964

Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

Dan Bailey

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1988

Birthplace: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

Height: 6'0" (183 cm)

Sharyl Attkisson

Listed In: Media Personalities

Birth Year: 1961

Birthplace: St. Petersburg, Florida, United States

Height: 5'10" (178 cm)

Darius Garland

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 2000

Birthplace: Gary, Indiana, United States

Height: 6'1" (185 cm)

Merril Hoge

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 1965

Birthplace: Pocatello, Idaho, United States

Height: 6'2" (188 cm)

Nuno Tavares

Listed In: Sportspersons

Birth Year: 2000

Birthplace: Lisbon, Portugal

Portuguese footballer Nuno Tavares started his career with the youth teams of Sporting CP and Benfica, and moved on to teams such as Arsenal later. He has won the 2019 Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira with Benfica and now plays as a left-back for Marseille on loan.

Frankie Rayder

Listed In: Fashion

Birth Year: 1975

Birthplace: River Falls

Height: 5'10" (178 cm)

Colton Underwood

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1992

Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Reality star Colton Underwood has previously been a footballer for Illinois State and NFL teams such as the San Diego Chargers, the Philadelphia Eagles, and the Oakland Raiders. He later soared to fame with shows such as The Bachelorette and The Bachelor. He is associated with medical charity foundations, too.

Paul Johansson

Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities

Birth Year: 1964

Birthplace: Spokane, Washington, United States

Height: 6'2" (188 cm)

Ken Xie

Listed In: Business People

Birth Year: 1963

Birthplace: Beijing, China

Ken Xie was born to academic parents who wanted him to be a professor. The Stanford alumnus studied engineering and ventured into entrepreneurship instead, co-founding the cybersecurity firms Fortinet and Netscreen. The billionaire businessman was named to Forbes 400 in 2020. He is the father of fashion influencer Jaime Xie.

Wilder Penfield

Listed In: Scientists

Birth Year: 1891

Birthplace: Spokane

Died: 1976

Neuroscientist Wilder Penfield redefined medical science with his innovative way of treating epilepsy patients through surgery. He would note down his patients’ responses when they would be conscious under local anesthesia. He also founded the Montreal Neurological Institute, but was unable to cure his sister’s brain cancer.

Juan Pablo Duarte

Listed In: Writers

Birth Year: 1813

Birthplace: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Died: 1876

Hans Selye

Listed In: Physicians

Birth Year: 1907

Birthplace: Vienna, Austria

Died: 1982

Born to a doctor father, Hungarian-Canadian endocrinologist Hans Selye grew up to be nominated for the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 17 times but never won it. He is remembered for his ground-breaking work the medical impact of stress on the human body, also known as stress response.