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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 … [bio]

• 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.

• 1927 Ernie Coombs

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

• 1927 Jean-Pierre Darras

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

• 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.

• 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. [bio]

• 1939 Mark Margolis

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 1953 Hilary Benn

  Prominent British Labour Party politician who served as Secretary of State for International Development and has been a significant figure in UK parliamentary politics.

• 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.

• 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'.

• 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.

• 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.

• 1981 Natasha Bedingfield

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

• 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.