Famous people and celebrities born in December 1958

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in December 1958! 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 Candace Bushnell

  American journalist and writer who created 'Sex and the City', a groundbreaking book that was adapted into a highly successful HBO television series starring Sarah Jessica Parker.

• Dec. 1 Charlene Tilton

  American actress best known for her role as Lucy Ewing in the popular TV series 'Dallas' during the 1980s.

• Dec. 2 George Saunders

  American academic and journalist

• Dec. 2 Gaëtan Gorce

  French politician who served as a representative of Nièvre and was a member of the Socialist, Radical, Citizen and Left Diverse group in the national assembly.

• Dec. 5 Dynamite Kid

  Thomas Billington, known as Dynamite Kid, was a highly influential British professional wrestler famous for his innovative and high-flying wrestling style in the 1980s. He was a key member of the British wrestling tag team scene and significantly impacted wrestling in both the UK and North America.

• Dec. 6 Nick Park

  Acclaimed British animator, best known for creating Wallace and Gromit and working with Aardman Animations. Multiple Academy Award winner for his innovative stop-motion animation.

• Dec. 7 Rick Rude

  Rick Rude was a famous American professional wrestler known for his charismatic persona and impressive physique, who was a prominent figure in WWE and WCW during the 1980s and 1990s.

• Dec. 8 Michel Ferté

  Professional French race car driver known for his competitive performances in motorsports during the 1980s and 1990s.

• Dec. 9 Raja Gosnell

  Raja Gosnell is an American film director and editor known for directing comedy movies like 'Big Momma's House' and 'Scooby-Doo'.

• Dec. 10 Cornelia Funke

  Renowned German-American children's book author famous for fantasy novels like 'Inkheart' and 'Dragon Rider'. She is a highly respected writer in juvenile literature with international recognition.

• Dec. 10 Tara Sutphen

  American mystic and occult researcher specializing in psychic sciences like automatic writing, palmistry, and handwriting analysis. She is known for her near-photographic memory and deep dedication to metaphysical studies.

• Dec. 11 Nikki Sixx

  Founding bassist and primary songwriter of the iconic heavy metal band Mötley Crüe, known for their wild rock lifestyle and significant impact on 1980s music scene.

• Dec. 14 Bruno Gaccio

  French comedy writer and television producer famous for creating 'Les Guignols de l'Info', a satirical puppet show on Canal+ that was highly influential in French media from 1992 to 2007.

• Dec. 16 Bart Oates

  NFL center who played for the New York Giants and San Francisco 49ers, also a lawyer with a distinguished professional football career.

• Dec. 16 Jeff Ruland

  Professional basketball player who played in the NBA for the Washington Bullets and Philadelphia 76ers during the 1980s, known for his strong inside play.

• Dec. 17 Mike Mills

  Mike Mills is a renowned American musician and bassist, best known as a founding member of the influential alternative rock band R.E.M. He played a crucial role in the band's success from their formation in Athens, Georgia in 1980 until their disbandment in 2011.

• Dec. 23 Joan Severance

  American actress and model known for her roles in action and erotic thriller films during the 1980s and 1990s, including 'Black Scorpion' and 'See No Evil, Hear No Evil'.

• Dec. 25 Rickey Henderson

  Legendary Major League Baseball player considered one of the greatest leadoff hitters and base stealers in MLB history. He played for multiple teams, including the Oakland Athletics and New York Yankees, and holds numerous MLB records.

• Dec. 25 Alannah Myles

  Canadian rock singer-songwriter best known for her iconic hit 'Black Velvet', a tribute to Elvis Presley that won her a Grammy Award in 1991.

• Dec. 26 Adrian Newey

  Renowned Formula One car designer widely considered the most successful automotive engineer in motorsport history, responsible for multiple championship-winning cars for Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull Racing.

• Dec. 27 Barbara Crampton

  Renowned American actress and producer, particularly famous for her roles in horror films like 'Re-Animator' and 'From Beyond'.

• Dec. 28 Terry Butcher

  Legendary English footballer and manager, known for his successful career in football and notable defensive skills.

• Dec. 28 Gilles Leroy

  Award-winning French novelist known for his literary works and critically acclaimed books.

• Dec. 30 Pedro Costa

  Renowned Portuguese film director, screenwriter, and cinematographer known for artistic and critically acclaimed documentaries.

• Dec. 30 Steven Smith

  NASA astronaut and aerospace engineer with significant contributions to space exploration.

• Dec. 31 Bebe Neuwirth

  Acclaimed American actress, dancer, and Broadway performer best known for her Emmy-winning role as Lilith Sternin on 'Cheers' and 'Frasier'. She is a Tony Award winner with notable stage performances in 'Sweet Charity' and 'Chicago'.