Famous people and celebrities born on November 26

Welcome to our celebration of remarkable individuals born on November 26! 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.

  • 1881 Pope John XXIII

    Pope john xxiii was the head of the catholic church from 1958 to 1963 and is best known for convening the second vatican council, which brought significant changes to the catholic church.

  • Helen Gahagan
    1900 Helen Gahagan

    Helen Gahagan Douglas was a pioneering American actress and politician who served in the U.S. House of Representatives from California. She was a notable figure in the entertainment industry before transitioning to politics, where she became a trailblazer for women in congressional roles.

  • 1902 Maurice McDonald

    Co-founder of McDonald's, the global fast-food restaurant chain that revolutionized the food service industry with its standardized menu and quick service model.

  • 1903 Alice Herz-Sommer

    A renowned Jewish pianist and music teacher who survived the Theresienstadt concentration camp. She was a remarkable Holocaust survivor and one of the world's oldest living witnesses to the Holocaust. Her life story is a testament to resilience and the power of music during extreme adversity.

  • Frances Dee
    1909 Frances Dee

    Frances Dee was a prominent Hollywood actress during the Golden Age of cinema, known for her roles in romantic dramas and her marriage to actor Joel McCrea.

  • 1909 Eugene Ionesco

    Eugene Ionesco was a groundbreaking Romanian-French playwright who revolutionized modern theatre with his absurdist works, challenging traditional dramatic conventions.

  • 1914 Joe DiMaggio

    Legendary New York Yankees center fielder, considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. His 56-game hitting streak in 1941 remains an unbroken record in Major League Baseball.

  • Henri Vidal
    1919 Henri Vidal

    French film actor who made his debut with Edith Piaf in Montmartre-sur-Seine (1941) and appeared in 36 films between 1941-1959.

  • Charles Schulz
    1922 Charles Schulz

    Charles Schulz was an iconic American cartoonist who created the beloved comic strip 'Peanuts', which ran for nearly 50 years and became a global cultural phenomenon. He was a highly acclaimed artist who won numerous awards and was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His characters Charlie Brown and Snoopy became internationally recognized symbols of humor …

  • Patricia Phoenix
    1923 Patricia Phoenix

    Patricia Phoenix was a renowned Irish actress known for her significant contributions to television and theater, particularly in British drama.

  • 1924 George Segal

    Renowned American pop art sculptor and painter famous for his life-sized white sculptural installations of human figures in everyday scenes.

  • Ernie Coombs
    1927 Ernie Coombs

    Beloved Canadian television host best known as 'Mr. Dressup', who entertained and educated children for decades on CBC.

  • Jean-Pierre Darras
    1927 Jean-Pierre Darras

    Prominent French actor, theatre director, and film director known for his significant contributions to French performing arts.

  • Robert Goulet
    1933 Robert Goulet

    Renowned American singer and Broadway star who won a Tony Award for 'The Happy Time' and became famous for his role in 'Camelot'. He was a versatile performer with over 60 albums and significant contributions to musical theater.

  • 1938 Tina Turner [Anna Mae Bullock] in Brownsville

    Legendary rock and soul singer known as the 'Queen of Rock 'n' Roll', famous for hits like 'Proud Mary' and her powerful, dynamic performances.

  • Tina Turner
    1939 Tina Turner

    Legendary American singer who revolutionized rock and soul music, known for her powerful voice and electrifying performances with Ike Turner and later as a solo artist.

  • Mark Margolis
    1939 Mark Margolis

    Accomplished American character actor known for memorable roles in television series like Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul.

  • Bruce Paltrow
    1943 Bruce Paltrow

    Renowned American film and television producer known for his significant contributions to entertainment, including producing the TV series 'St. Elsewhere' and being the father of actress Gwyneth Paltrow.

  • 1945 John McVie

    Legendary bass player of Fleetwood Mac and John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, a key figure in rock and blues music.

  • John Larroquette
    1947 John Larroquette

    John Larroquette is an Emmy Award-winning American actor best known for his comedic role as Dan Fielding on the popular sitcom 'Night Court' and for his work in various television and film productions.

  • 1948 Elizabeth Blackburn

    Renowned Australian-American molecular biologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for her groundbreaking research on telomeres and telomerase. Her work has been crucial in understanding cellular aging and cancer mechanisms.

  • 1948 Krešimir Ćosić

    Legendary Croatian basketball player and coach, inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 1996. He was a pivotal figure in Yugoslav and international basketball.

  • Ilona Staller
    1951 Ilona Staller

    Hungarian-Italian pornographic actress and politician who was elected to the Italian Parliament, known for her provocative political style and controversial claims about espionage.

  • 1957 Félix Gonzales-Torres

    Félix González-Torres was a renowned Cuban-American visual artist celebrated for his minimalist and conceptual artworks that powerfully explored themes of love, loss, and identity. His innovative art challenged traditional artistic boundaries and made significant contributions to contemporary art.

  • 1964 Vreni Schneider

    Legendary Swiss alpine ski racer who dominated the sport in the late 1980s and early 1990s. She won multiple Olympic and World Championship medals, becoming one of the most successful female ski racers in history. Named 'Swiss Sportswoman of the Century', she is a national sporting icon.

  • Garcelle Beauvais
    1966 Garcelle Beauvais

    Haitian-American model, actress, and television personality known for her roles in 'The Jamie Foxx Show', 'NYPD Blue', and as a cast member of 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills'.

  • Arjun Rampal
    1972 Arjun Rampal

    Arjun Rampal is a prominent Bollywood actor and model who has starred in numerous critically acclaimed films and won multiple awards for his performances.

  • Peter Facinelli
    1973 Peter Facinelli

    Peter Facinelli is an American actor best known for his role as Dr. Carlisle Cullen in the popular Twilight film series, which significantly boosted his international recognition.

  • Natasha Bedingfield
    1981 Natasha Bedingfield

    Natasha bedingfield is a british singer known for her hit songs such as 'unwritten' and 'pocketful of sunshine'.

  • Lil' Fizz
    1985 Lil' Fizz

    Lil' Fizz is an American rapper, singer, and actor best known for being a member of the R&B group B2K and for his appearances on the reality TV show Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood.

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