Famous people and celebrities born in April 1952

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in April 1952! 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.

• April 1 Annette O'Toole

  Accomplished American actress, singer, and dancer known for roles in television and film, including 'Cat People' and 'Superman III'.

• April 1 Vincent Bolloré

  Prominent French industrialist and corporate strategist who chairs the Bolloré Group, a major international investment and logistics corporation.

• April 2 Thierry Le Luron

  Renowned French comedian and impersonator who rose to fame quickly after winning an amateur contest in 1968. He was a popular stage performer known for his comedic talents, tragically dying from AIDS in 1986.

• April 4 Gary Moore

  Renowned Northern Irish guitarist, singer-songwriter, and producer who played with bands like Thin Lizzy and Skid Row.

• April 4 Karen Magnussen

  Canadian champion figure skater who won the Olympic silver medal in 1972 and was named Canada's Female Athlete of the Year.

• April 6 Marilu Henner

  Greek-Polish American actress known for her roles in television shows like 'Taxi' and 'Evening Shade', and her work as an author and health advocate.

• April 6 Clayton Christensen

  Harvard Business School professor and world-renowned business theorist who introduced the groundbreaking concept of 'disruptive innovation', revolutionizing business strategy and management thinking.

• April 7 Clarke Peters

  Versatile American actor known for roles in critically acclaimed TV series like 'The Wire' and 'Treme', with a significant career in theater and film.

• April 7 David Baulcombe

  Renowned English geneticist known for groundbreaking research in epigenetics and plant molecular biology.

• April 9 Michel Sapin

  Prominent French Socialist politician who held multiple ministerial positions, including Minister of Finance and Labour, and was a long-standing member of France's National Assembly.

• April 10 Steven Seagal

  Renowned action movie star known for martial arts films in the late 80s and 90s, with a background in aikido and a distinctive on-screen fighting style.

• April 13 Jonjo O'Neill

  Renowned Irish horse racing jockey who successfully transitioned to become a prominent horse trainer in the United Kingdom.

• April 14 Kenny Aaronson

  Renowned American bass player known for his work in rock and blues music scenes.

• April 15 Brian Muir

  Renowned British sculptor famous for creating the iconic Darth Vader costume for Star Wars.

• April 16 Michel Blanc

  Renowned French actor and director famous for comedic roles portraying quirky characters, particularly in the iconic 'Les Bronzés' series. Member of the legendary Splendid comedy troupe, he has also demonstrated significant dramatic range in films like 'Monsieur Hire'.

• April 16 Bill Belichick

  Legendary NFL head coach of the New England Patriots, widely considered one of the greatest coaches in NFL history. He led the Patriots to six Super Bowl championships and is known for his strategic genius and disciplined approach to the game.

• April 17 Željko Ražnatović

  Serbian paramilitary leader and warlord known by the nickname 'Arkan', who was a notorious figure during the Yugoslav Wars.

• April 19 Simon Cowell

  Famous British television personality, music executive, and talent show judge known for shows like 'American Idol', 'X Factor', and 'Britain's Got Talent'

• April 22 François Berléand

  Renowned French theater and film actor known for his roles in 'The Transporter' film series and 'Chorus'. He comes from a Jewish Moldavian family and has written an autobiographical book about his childhood experiences.

• April 22 Marilyn Chambers

  Iconic adult film actress who was a prominent figure in the pornographic film industry during the 1970s. She starred in notable films like 'Insatiable' and 'Behind the Green Door'.

• April 23 Jean-Dominique Bauby

  French journalist and author of 'The Diving Bell and the Butterfly', who wrote his memoir by blinking his left eye after suffering a massive stroke. His extraordinary story of resilience and creativity became a critically acclaimed book and film.

• April 23 Narada Michael Walden

  Grammy Award-winning American record producer, singer, songwriter, and drummer known for his work in R&B, jazz fusion, and pop music. He has produced hits for numerous artists and has a significant career in the music industry.

• April 24 Jean-Paul Gaultier

  Iconic French fashion designer known for revolutionary and provocative haute couture. Pioneered unconventional fashion styles that challenged traditional design norms. Renowned as the 'enfant terrible' of French fashion with groundbreaking streetwear and haute couture collections.

• April 25 Vladislav Tretiak

  Legendary Soviet hockey goalkeeper who won three Olympic gold medals and is considered one of the greatest hockey players in history.

• April 25 Jacques Santini

  A prominent French footballer and coach who played for Saint-Etienne and later transformed Lyon into a major football club. He managed the French national team from 2002 to 2004, succeeding Roger Lemerre.

• April 27 George Gervin

  Legendary NBA basketball player known as 'The Iceman', who played for the Virginia Squires and San Antonio Spurs. He was a four-time NBA scoring champion and inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.

• April 28 Mary McDonnell

  Mary McDonnell is an acclaimed American actress known for her powerful performances in critically acclaimed films like 'Dances with Wolves', for which she received an Oscar nomination, and her significant role in the science fiction series 'Battlestar Galactica'.

• April 29 Nora Dunn

  Prominent American comedienne and actress known for her memorable Saturday Night Live performances and roles in films like Miami Blues and Working Girl.

• April 29 David Icke

  Controversial British conspiracy theorist and former footballer who developed alternative theories about global power structures and spiritual consciousness.

• April 30 Jacques Audiard

  Renowned French film director and screenwriter known for critically acclaimed movies like 'A Prophet' and 'Rust and Bone'. Son of famous screenwriter Michel Audiard, he has won numerous awards in international film festivals.