Famous people and celebrities born on August 15

Welcome to our celebration of remarkable individuals born on August 15! On this day, we recognize the birth of various influential celebrities who have left their mark on the world. From acclaimed actors and musicians to groundbreaking athletes and leaders, explore the lives and achievements of those who share this special birthday. Join us in honoring these stars and discovering the impact they've made across diverse fields.

  • Julia Child
    1912 Julia Child

    Renowned American chef who revolutionized French cooking in the United States through her groundbreaking cookbooks and television shows. She introduced sophisticated French cuisine to American home cooks and became a cultural icon in culinary television.

  • Wendy Hiller
    1912 Wendy Hiller

    Acclaimed British actress known for her powerful performances in classic films like 'Major Barbara' and 'David Copperfield'. She was a distinguished stage and screen actress with a notable career in British theatre and cinema.

  • Paul Rand
    1914 Paul Rand

    Pioneering American graphic designer who revolutionized modern design and corporate branding, creating iconic logos for IBM, ABC, and UPS.

  • Vittorio Caprioli
    1921 Vittorio Caprioli

    Prominent Italian cinema professional who was a versatile artist in film, working as a screenwriter, director, and actor across four decades of Italian cinema from the post-war period to the late 20th century.

  • Rose Marie
    1923 Rose Marie

    Rose Marie was a renowned American entertainer who began her career as a child actress and became a popular singer, comedian, and television performer, best known for her role as Sally Rogers on 'The Dick Van Dyke Show'.

  • Mike Connors
    1925 Mike Connors

    Mike Connors was an American actor best known for starring in the popular TV series 'Mannix'. He was renowned for performing his own stunts, often sustaining injuries during filming.

  • Nicolas Roeg
    1928 Nicolas Roeg

    Renowned British film director and cinematographer known for innovative and visually striking films like 'Walkabout', 'Don't Look Now', and 'The Man Who Fell to Earth'.

  • Nino Ferrer
    1934 Nino Ferrer

    Renowned Italian-French pop music singer and songwriter known for his hit 'Agata' in the 1970s. An archeologist by education, he lived in France from 1946 and tragically died by suicide in St. Cyprien in 1998.

  • Jim Dale
    1935 Jim Dale

    British actor, singer, and comedian known for Broadway performances and voice work, particularly in Harry Potter audiobooks.

  • Vernon Jordan
    1935 Vernon Jordan

    Influential civil rights leader, attorney, and political advisor who played a crucial role in the African American civil rights movement.

  • Stephen Breyer
    1938 Stephen Breyer

    American jurist was nominated by president clinton on 5/13/1994 at 4:00 pm to be the 108th supreme court justice to fill the vacant seat of harry blakmun. breyer, who was the senate judicial committee's chief counsel for 12 years and is now a federal judge. he is also a lawyer and professor of law. breyer is a brilliant scholar in …

  • David Crosby
    1941 David Crosby

    Legendary musician, founding member of The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, influential in rock music history.

  • Barbara Bouchet
    1943 Barbara Bouchet

    German-born Czech-American actress known for her roles in international cinema, particularly in Italian films and the James Bond movie Casino Royale.

  • Linda Ellerbee
    1944 Linda Ellerbee

    Renowned American journalist, television host, and author known for her distinctive storytelling style and work on NBC News.

  • Steve Martin
    1945 Steve Martin

    Renowned American comedian, actor, writer, and musician, famous for his comedic roles and literary works like 'Shopgirl' and 'An Object of Beauty'.

  • Rakhee Gulzar
    1947 Rakhee Gulzar

    Prominent Indian actress who made significant contributions to Bollywood cinema during the 1970s and 1980s.

  • Jenny Hanley
    1947 Jenny Hanley

    British television presenter known for her work in entertainment and media during the 1970s and 1980s.

  • Danielle Steel
    1947 Danielle Steel

    World-renowned bestselling novelist who has written over 190 books and sold more than 800 million copies worldwide.

  • Stieg Larsson
    1954 Stieg Larsson

    Renowned Swedish journalist and author famous for the posthumously published 'Millennium' crime novel trilogy, which includes 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'. He was also a prominent researcher on right-wing extremism in Sweden.

  • Zeljko Ivanek
    1957 Zeljko Ivanek

    Lujubljana, yugoslavia -- actor (mass appeal)

  • Magic Johnson
    1959 Magic Johnson

    Legendary NBA basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers, considered one of the greatest point guards in basketball history and a successful entrepreneur.

  • Debra Messing
    1968 Debra Messing

    Debra Messing is an Emmy Award-winning American actress famous for her iconic role in the groundbreaking sitcom 'Will & Grace'. She has also appeared in numerous films and television shows, establishing herself as a prominent figure in entertainment.

  • Anthony Anderson
    1970 Anthony Anderson

    Anthony Anderson is a prominent American actor and comedian, best known for his starring role in the popular sitcom 'Black-ish' and comedic performances in films like 'Kangaroo Jack'.

  • Ben Affleck
    1972 Ben Affleck

    Acclaimed American actor and filmmaker who won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for 'Good Will Hunting', which he co-wrote with childhood friend Matt Damon while they were students at Harvard. [bio]

  • Cogie Domingo
    1985 Cogie Domingo

    Filipino actor known in local entertainment industry with moderate recognition.

  • Nipsey Hussle
    1985 Nipsey Hussle

    Influential American rapper, entrepreneur, and community activist tragically murdered in Los Angeles in 2019.

  • Carlos PenaVega
    1989 Carlos PenaVega

    Carlos PenaVega is an American actor and singer, best known for his role in the Nickelodeon series Big Time Rush and subsequent acting and music career.

  • Joe Jonas
    1989 Joe Jonas

    Joe Jonas is a globally recognized pop singer and songwriter, best known as a member of the immensely popular boy band Jonas Brothers, who has also pursued a successful solo career.

  • Jennifer Lawrence
    1990 Jennifer Lawrence

    Academy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Hunger Games, Silver Linings Playbook, and X-Men: First Class. [bio]

  • Alice Englert
    1994 Alice Englert

    Australian actress known for her roles in films like 'Beautiful Creatures' and 'Ginger & Rosa', daughter of acclaimed filmmaker Jane Campion.

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