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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 1914 Paul Rand

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

• 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.

• 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'.

• 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.

• 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'.

• 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.

• 1935 Jim Dale

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

• 1935 Vernon Jordan

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

• 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 …

• 1941 David Crosby

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

• 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.

• 1944 Linda Ellerbee

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

• 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'.

• 1947 Rakhee Gulzar

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

• 1947 Jenny Hanley

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

• 1947 Danielle Steel

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

• 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.

• 1957 Zeljko Ivanek

  Lujubljana, yugoslavia -- actor (mass appeal)

• 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.

• 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.

• 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'.

• 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]

• 1985 Cogie Domingo

  Filipino actor known in local entertainment industry with moderate recognition.

• 1985 Nipsey Hussle

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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]

• 1994 Alice Englert

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