Famous people and celebrities born in December 1938

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in December 1938! This month and year saw the birth of many influential figures who have made significant contributions to various fields, including entertainment, sports, politics, and more. Explore the biographies and achievements of these famous personalities and see how their talents have shaped the world. Join us in honoring the stars born in this memorable time.

Dec. 1 Sandy Nelson
Sandy Nelson was a prominent American rock and roll drummer known for his influential contributions to the 1950s and 1960s music scene. He was particularly famous for his instrumental rock hits and innovative drumming techniques.
Dec. 4 Yvonne Minton
Renowned Australian-English classical soprano known for her exceptional performances in opera, particularly in works by Wagner and Britten.
Dec. 5 JJ Cale
Influential American blues and rock guitarist who pioneered the 'Tulsa Sound' and wrote iconic songs like 'After Midnight' and 'Cocaine', later famously covered by Eric Clapton.
Dec. 6 Patrick Bauchau
Belgian actor and psychoanalyst known for his roles in Eric Rohmer's 'La Collectionneuse', James Bond film 'A View to a Kill', and the Ray Charles biopic. He has also appeared in 'Universal Soldier' with Jean-Claude Van Damme.
Dec. 8 Jean-Paul Goude
Jean-Paul Goude is a renowned French graphic designer, photographer, and advertising director known for his innovative and surreal visual style. He gained international recognition for his groundbreaking work with artists like Grace Jones and his influential advertising campaigns. His creative approach has significantly impacted visual arts and commercial design.
Dec. 9 Deacon Jones
Legendary NFL defensive end who played for the Los Angeles Rams, known for pioneering the 'sack' as a defensive statistic and revolutionizing pass rushing techniques.
Dec. 9 John Agyekum Kufuor
Former President of Ghana who served two terms from 2001 to 2009, known for his democratic leadership and economic reforms.
Dec. 10 Yuri Temirkanov
Renowned Russian conductor and artistic director of the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, known for his exceptional interpretations of classical music.
Dec. 11 McCoy Tyner
Legendary jazz pianist who revolutionized the piano's role in modern jazz, particularly through his groundbreaking work with John Coltrane's classic quartet in the 1960s.
Dec. 11 Enrico Macias
Prominent Algerian-French singer-songwriter who became a significant cultural bridge between French and North African musical traditions.
Dec. 12 Connie Francis
Iconic American pop and rock and roll singer known for her powerful voice and hit songs in the 1950s and 1960s, including 'Where the Boys Are' and 'Lipstick on Your Collar'.
Dec. 14 Leonardo Boff
Prominent Brazilian theologian and philosopher who significantly contributed to liberation theology and environmental activism, influencing social and religious thought in Latin America.
Dec. 16 Liv Ullmann
Renowned Norwegian actress and film director, famous for her collaborations with Ingmar Bergman and her powerful dramatic performances in international cinema. She was a leading figure in European art films during the 1960s and 1970s.
Dec. 16 Frank Deford
Legendary American sports journalist, author, and commentator who significantly influenced sports writing through his work at Sports Illustrated and NPR. He was known for his eloquent and insightful storytelling about sports and athletes.
Dec. 17 Peter Snell
Renowned New Zealand-American long-distance runner who won Olympic gold medals and set world records. He was a dominant athlete in middle-distance running during the early 1960s.
Dec. 17 Jean-Claude Drouot
Belgian actor known for his iconic television series 'Thierry la Fronde' which aired from 1963 to 1966. He was a prominent performer in stage, film, and television during the mid-20th century.
Dec. 18 Roger Mosley
American actor known for his roles in television series, particularly as TC in the popular show Magnum, P.I.
Dec. 18 Chas Chandler
English musician, bass player of the legendary rock band The Animals, who later became a successful music producer.
Dec. 20 John Harbison
John Harbison is a prominent American contemporary classical composer and academic, known for his complex and innovative musical compositions across various genres including orchestral, chamber, and vocal music.
Dec. 22 Lucien Bouchard
Prominent Canadian politician who played a significant role in Quebec's separatist movement, serving as leader of the Bloc Québécois and later as Premier of Quebec. He was a key figure in the Canadian political landscape during the 1990s, advocating for Quebec's sovereignty.
Dec. 23 Robert Kahn
Robert Kahn is a pioneering computer scientist who co-invented the TCP/IP protocols, fundamental to the modern internet's communication infrastructure.
Dec. 24 Bob Kahn
Renowned computer scientist and internet pioneer, co-developer of TCP/IP protocols fundamental to internet communication.
Dec. 28 Dick Sudhalter
Renowned jazz historian, cornetist, and music critic who made significant contributions to jazz scholarship and performance, particularly in traditional and swing jazz styles.
Dec. 28 Charles Neville
Saxophonist and founding member of the legendary Neville Brothers, a prominent New Orleans R&B and funk band known for their influential musical style.
Dec. 29 Jon Voight
Acclaimed American actor known for Oscar-nominated performances in 'Deliverance' and 'Midnight Cowboy', winning an Academy Award for 'Coming Home' in 1978. He has appeared in notable films like 'Heat', 'Mission Impossible', and 'Anaconda'.
Dec. 30 Ramesh Deo
Ramesh Deo is a prominent Indian actor known for his significant contributions to Bollywood and Marathi cinema, with a career spanning several decades.
Dec. 31 Rosalind Cash
Pioneering African American actress who challenged stereotypes in film, television, and stage during the 1970s. She was an Emmy-nominated performer and inducted into the Black Filmmaker Hall of Fame, known for her powerful and principled approach to acting.