Famous people and celebrities born in 1947

We celebrate the remarkable individuals born in 1947. This year gave rise to a new generation of talent, including actors, musicians, athletes, politicians and more who have significantly impacted our world. Dive into the stories of these famous personalities, explore their journeys, and see how they've shaped culture and society since their birth year. Join us as we take a nostalgic trip back to 1947 and honor the stars who continue to shine brightly today.

• Jan. 8 David Bowie

  British actor and rock star with exotic looks. he created shows that featured flash and glitter and other sensational effects. his control over a show is amazing and total.

• Jan. 18 Takeshi Kitano

  Takeshi kitano is a japanese director and actor known for his work in the film industry, particularly for his unique style of filmmaking and his roles in action and crime films.

• Jan. 24 Michio Kaku

  American theoretical physicist and city college professor in new york city. kaku is the author "hyperspace - a scientific odyssey through parallel universes", "time warps", and "the tenth dimension."

• Jan. 26 Patrick Dewaere

  French leading man in films of the 1970s. he is a second-generation actor. in 1968, he started performing with an improve group. he quickly became a well-known leading man and starred with gerard depardieu's most famous film, "going places", which was released in 1974. he appeared in 15 films.

• Feb. 24 Edward James Olmos

  Edward james olmos is a mexican-american actor and director known for his roles in 'stand and deliver' and 'battlestar galactica'.

• Feb. 28 Stephanie Beacham

  Stephanie beacham is an english actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'dynasty' and 'the colbys'.

• March 19 Glenn Close

  American actress, born to a surgeon and a 12th-generation new englander who was raised on a 500-acre family estate. glenn was the second child of four. although her ancestors helped to found the town in late 17th century, her immediate family avoided the country clubs and yacht crowds and raised the children without the help of nannies. glenn was a …

• March 22 James Patterson

  James patterson is an american author known for his popular crime and thriller novels, including the alex cross series.

• April 16 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

  American basketball star, collegiate champion, who got his professional start in 1969 with the milwaukee braves. he was named the most outstanding player for the 1970-1971 season. he grew up to 7'2" after his parents were both over 6' tall. abdul-jabbar enjoys jazz and privacy. abdul-jabbar had a $41.75million home in bel air, ca that he earned around $2 million …

• April 18 James Woods

  American actor who is known for his ability to play charmingly bad guys. he was nominated for an academy award in 1986 for his role in "salvador" as well as portraying a racist killer in "ghosts of mississippi", 1996.

• April 21 Iggy Pop

  American musician, a punk rocker. from 1967 to 1974, he was the leader of the stooges. he signed a contract in 1968 with elektra records. in 1972, he recorded a record together. iggy pop was well-known in punk rock circles. he is well-known for his outrageous antics on stage and has released several solo albums, as well as collaborative albums …

• June 18 Bernard Giraudeau

  French actor, writer, producer, director and scriptwriter. he began his career in engineering for the french navy before he switched to acting. his first film was deux hommes dans la ville (1973), his first as a director was 1987. he also wrote the text for books of photography and published children's stories (contes d'humahuaca 2002) as well as several novels. …

• June 19 Salman Rushdie

  Indian writer and moslem, who was condemned by the ayatollah in iran, along with the death sentence he received on 2/14/1989 for his 1989 book, "satanic verses." he was accused by the muslim community of blasphemy for certain parts of his book. this created such a storm that a death sentence was issued on him. the publicity made him a …

• July 2 Larry David

  Brooklyn, new york -- comedian (fridays) / writer (seinfeld)

• July 30 Arnold Schwarzenegger

  Austrian-born actor and politician. he began his career as body-builder. he won several titles for his strength, and his magnificently-sculpted body. he began lifting weights as a way to overcome his shyness and fear of his father. in 1968, he moved to the u.s. for a "day job". he started a bricklaying company, which also laid the foundation for his …

• Aug. 14 Danielle Steel

  American novelist and currently the fourth most popular author, with more than 800 million copies sold.

• Aug. 20 Gerald McRaney

  Gerald mcraney is an american actor known for his roles in television series such as simon & simon, major dad, and this is us.

• Aug. 24 Paulo Coelho

  Brazilian esoteric author. his books are very popular and sell worldwide. the rights to his bestseller "the alchemist", which he wrote, were sold to hollywood for $29 million u.s. his "l'alchimeste" (hymn for the fulfillment of oneself, and to the dialogue of the soul with the world) was a hit. it sold more than a million copies. a publication published …

• Sept. 21 Stephen King

  American screenwriter and prolific writer. he was a former english teacher and managed to write more than 40 horror novels before 1999. his first book, "carrie", was published in 1974. 26 of his books were used in movies. he wrote screenplays for five of them and played a small part in three of them. king's income in the last two …

• Sept. 25 Cheryl Tiegs

  American supermodel and model, she was also a cover girl. her natural, wholesome blonde beauty was an iconic part of american women's cosmetic image for many years.

• Sept. 30 Rula Lenska

  British flame-haired actress who rose to fame through her television work. lenska first made her television debut in 1973 on "soft beds, hard battles", and continued to appear until 1986 on "star quality". 1980 was the year she rejected a chance to work in america and became a star. lenska published "mammoth hunt", her book about two expeditions she made …

• Oct. 4 Julien Clerc

  French chanson and pop singer.

• Oct. 18 Michael McKean

  Michael mckean is an american actor, comedian, and musician known for his roles in this is spinal tap, laverne & shirley, and better call saul.

• Oct. 24 Kevin Kline

  American actor and director. the academy award for best supporting actor in a fish called wanda, 1988 was won. two tony awards were also presented for "on the twentieth century" (1978) and "the pirates of penzance (81), respectively. others include "sophie's choice,""grand canyon,","silverado,","i love you to death," and "french kiss." kline is known as the "american olivier" because of his …

• Oct. 26 Hillary Clinton

  American lawyer and first lady of america, as the wife to president bill clinton. she was the first-born daughter of a textile business owner and was raised in a happy environment that provided a high education. she was the president of her high school's class and brought home many honors. she was socially conscious and a skilled organizer. she graduated …

• Nov. 13 Joe Mantegna

  Joe mantegna is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like criminal minds and the simpsons.

• Dec. 1 Alain Bashung

  French comedian, actor, songwriter and comedian (born 1947).

• Dec. 8 Francis Huster

  French film actor, director, comedian, and scriptwriter. his father charles was the commercial director at lancia, and his mother was jewish polish. he studied acting at paris conservatoire with rena(c) simon and antoine vitez, and joined the "coma(c)die-franassaise" in 1971.

• Dec. 29 Ted Danson

  American actor. he was a popular choice as sam malone, the libidinous bartender in "cheers." this role was played with humor, male chauvinism, and pathos. the series premiered on 9/30/1982 and ended with the final episode on 5/20/1993.

• Dec. 31 Tim Matheson

  American actor, tv and film star. he is also the co-star in "the quest" tv series. he was also a guest star on tv shows like "leave it to beaver," my three sons, and "the twilight zone." the groundlings, los angeles' most successful comedy troupe, was founded by him. at the age of 12, he made his acting debut and …