Famous people and celebrities born on June 19

Welcome to our celebration of remarkable individuals born on June 19! 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.

• 1877 Charles Coburn

  American actor and singer (d. 1961).

• 1896 Wallis Simpson

  American socialite and jet-set woman from 1931. after her second divorce, she met prince edward, the heir to great britain's throne, and began an affair. she was american and had been divorced.

• 1897 Moe Howard

  American actor, singer, and screenwriter (b. 1897)

• 1903 Lou Gehrig

  Legendary New York Yankees first baseman who became an American sports icon, known for his incredible consecutive games streak and tragic early death from ALS, now known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

• 1921 Louis Jourdan

  Renowned French actor who starred in numerous Hollywood classics, known for his sophisticated charm and memorable roles in films like 'Gigi' and 'Octopussy'. He was a versatile performer who successfully transitioned between European and American cinema during the mid-20th century.

• 1925 Charlie Drake

  Charlie Drake was a popular British comedian known for his slapstick comedy and comedic television performances during the mid-20th century.

• 1928 Nancy Marchand

  Emmy Award-winning actress known for her roles in TV series Lou Grant and The Sopranos, where she played Tony Soprano's mother.

• 1929 Jurgen Habermas

  Highly influential German philosopher and sociologist, known for his critical theory and work on communicative rationality. He is one of the most important thinkers of the 20th and 21st centuries in social and political philosophy.

• 1930 Gena Rowlands

  Acclaimed American actress known for her powerful performances in independent films, particularly those directed by her husband John Cassavetes. She was a prominent figure in the New Hollywood cinema movement of the 1960s and 1970s. Her work earned her two Oscar nominations and widespread critical acclaim.

• 1932 Pier Angeli

  Italian-American actress who rose to fame in Rome and Hollywood, known for her breakthrough roles in films like 'Teresa' and 'Domani è troppo tardi'. She was a prominent actress in the 1950s Hollywood scene.

• 1932 Marisa Pavan

  Italian-American actress and twin sister of Pier Angeli, known for her Oscar-nominated supporting role in 'The Rose Tattoo' (1955). She worked extensively in film and television during the 1950s, with notable appearances in 'Drum Beat' and 'Solomon and Sheba'.

• 1942 Paul McCartney

  Legendary musician, songwriter, and founding member of The Beatles, one of the most influential bands in music history.

• 1942 Roger Ebert

  Renowned American film critic who revolutionized movie reviewing through his influential television show and Pulitzer Prize-winning writing.

• 1945 Aung San Suu Kyi

  Burmese pro-democracy leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate who fought against military rule in Myanmar and served as State Counsellor.

• 1947 Salman Rushdie

  Renowned British-Indian novelist who became internationally famous after the controversial publication of 'The Satanic Verses', which led to a fatwa calling for his assassination by Ayatollah Khomeini in 1989. He survived multiple assassination attempts and became a global symbol of free speech and literary resistance.

• 1948 Phylicia Rashad

  Renowned American actress best known for her iconic role as Clair Huxtable on 'The Cosby Show', a groundbreaking television series that portrayed an affluent African American family. She is an accomplished performer with significant achievements in theater, television, and film.

• 1950 Ann Wilson

  Iconic rock singer and co-founder of the legendary band Heart, known for breaking gender barriers in rock music during the 1970s and 1980s. She and her sister Nancy Wilson were pioneering female rock musicians who achieved significant commercial and critical success.

• 1954 Kathleen Turner

  Kathleen Turner is an acclaimed American actress known for her distinctive husky voice and memorable roles in romantic comedies and dramatic films of the 1980s and 1990s.

• 1962 Paula Abdul

  Renowned American pop singer, choreographer, and TV personality who rose to fame in the late 1980s and early 1990s with hit songs like 'Straight Up' and as a judge on American Idol.

• 1964 Boris Johnson

  Prominent British conservative politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 2019 to 2022. He was previously Mayor of London and a notable journalist with a controversial political career.

• 1966 Samuel West

  Samuel West is a renowned English actor and director known for his work in theater, film, and television, with notable performances in historical dramas and Shakespeare adaptations.

• 1967 Mia Sara

  Mia Sara is an American actress best known for her iconic role as Sloane Peterson in the classic 1986 teen comedy 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off', which became a significant pop culture milestone.

• 1970 Brian Welch

  Brian Welch is a renowned guitarist, founding member of nu-metal band Korn, and later transitioned to Christian rock music as a solo artist.

• 1972 Jean Dujardin

  Award-winning French actor who gained international recognition for his role in the silent film 'The Artist', winning Best Actor at Cannes and a Golden Globe in 2012.

• 1972 Robin Tunney

  American actress known for her memorable roles in the supernatural film 'The Craft' and the popular TV series 'The Mentalist'.

• 1976 Ryan Hurst

  American actor known for roles in 'Sons of Anarchy' and 'Remember the Titans', with significant presence in film and television.

• 1978 Zoe Saldana

  Zoe Saldana is a prominent American actress known for her leading roles in major sci-fi franchises like Avatar, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Star Trek, establishing herself as a versatile and internationally recognized performer.

• 1980 Lauren Lee Smith

  Canadian actress known for roles in television series and films, with notable appearances in science fiction and drama genres.

• 1983 Aidan Turner

  Aidan Turner is a prominent Irish actor known for his breakthrough roles in 'The Hobbit' film series as Kili and in the popular BBC period drama 'Poldark' as Ross Poldark.

• 1984 Paul Dano

  Paul Dano is a critically acclaimed American actor known for his versatile and intense performances in independent and mainstream films, including award-winning roles in 'Little Miss Sunshine', 'There Will Be Blood', and 'Prisoners'.