Famous people and celebrities born in August 1960

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1960! 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.

• Aug. 1 Chuck D

  Influential American rapper, producer, and founding member of the groundbreaking hip-hop group Public Enemy, known for politically charged and socially conscious music.

• Aug. 5 David Baldacci

  American author and lawyer

• Aug. 6 Leland Orser

  Leland Orser is an accomplished American character actor known for intense supporting roles in thriller and drama films like 'Se7en', 'Taken', and 'Alien: Resurrection'.

• Aug. 7 David Duchovny

  David Duchovny is an acclaimed American actor best known for his iconic role as FBI Agent Fox Mulder in the groundbreaking sci-fi series 'The X-Files'. He won an Emmy Award in 1996 for this role and also starred in the series' feature film adaptation released in 1998.

• Aug. 9 Eric Escoffier

  Eric Escoffier was a French mountain climber and alpinist who tragically disappeared while attempting to climb Broad Peak in Pakistan. On July 29, 1998, he was last seen during a challenging mountaineering expedition.

• Aug. 10 Antonio Banderas

  Internationally acclaimed Spanish actor known for his charismatic roles in Hollywood and Spanish cinema, particularly in Pedro Almodóvar films. He has starred in numerous blockbusters like 'Desperado', 'The Mask of Zorro', and 'Pain and Glory'.

• Aug. 12 Laurent Fignon

  A legendary French cyclist who won the Tour de France twice (1983 and 1984), famously losing the 1989 Tour by just eight seconds. Known as 'l'Ogre' and 'the Professor', he was a prominent figure in professional cycling during the 1980s.

• Aug. 13 Phil Taylor

  Legendary professional darts player widely considered the greatest of all time, nicknamed 'The Power' and dominating the sport for decades.

• Aug. 13 Koji Kondo

  Renowned Nintendo video game composer famous for creating iconic music for Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda series.

• Aug. 14 Sarah Brightman

  Internationally renowned classical crossover soprano and actress, famous for her role in 'The Phantom of the Opera' and her unique multilingual musical performances. She was previously married to composer Andrew Lloyd Webber and has a distinctive ethereal vocal style.

• Aug. 15 Tommy Aldridge

  Renowned heavy metal drummer known for playing with Ozzy Osbourne, particularly on the album 'Diary of a Madman'.

• Aug. 16 Timothy Hutton

  Timothy Hutton is an acclaimed American actor who won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 'Ordinary People' and starred in the popular TV series 'Leverage'. He has had a distinguished career in both film and television.

• Aug. 17 Sean Penn

  Sean Penn is an acclaimed American actor, director, and political activist known for his powerful performances in films like 'Mystic River' and 'Milk', for which he won Academy Awards. He has also been recognized for his humanitarian work and political engagement.

• Aug. 17 Stephan Eicher

  Stephan Eicher is a renowned Swiss singer-songwriter known for his work in the alternative music scene, particularly with the band Grauzone.

• Aug. 19 Ron Darling

  Professional baseball pitcher who played for the New York Mets during the 1980s, known for his significant contributions to the team's success.

• Aug. 23 Fadil Vokrri

  Legendary Kosovar football administrator and player who significantly contributed to Kosovo's football development and national team recognition.

• Aug. 24 Takashi Miike

  Renowned Japanese film director known for his provocative and genre-defying movies in horror, drama, and action cinema.

• Aug. 24 Cal Ripken Jr.

  Legendary MLB player famous for his record-breaking 2,632 consecutive games played, earning him the nickname 'Iron Man'.

• Aug. 25 Ashley Crow

  American actress known for her roles in television and film, with notable appearances in popular TV series and movies.

• Aug. 26 Branford Marsalis

  Renowned jazz saxophonist, composer, and bandleader, known for his innovative work in jazz and crossover musical projects.

• Aug. 27 Gary Cohn

  Prominent American business executive who served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Goldman Sachs, and later as Director of the National Economic Council under President Trump.

• Aug. 28 Emma Samms

  English actress known for her roles in popular television series like 'Dynasty' and 'General Hospital', who has had a successful career in film and television since the 1980s.

• Aug. 28 Leroy Chiao

  NASA astronaut who participated in multiple space missions, including Space Shuttle missions STS-65 and STS-72, and served as a crew member on the International Space Station.

• Aug. 29 Tony MacAlpine

  Renowned American progressive metal guitarist, known for his virtuosic instrumental work and contributions to bands like Planet X and his solo career in instrumental rock and metal.

• Aug. 30 Gary Gordon

  U.S. Army Sergeant and Medal of Honor recipient who was killed during the Battle of Mogadishu in Somalia in 1993, immortalized in the book and film 'Black Hawk Down'.

• Aug. 30 Chalino Sanchez

  Legendary Mexican singer and songwriter known for narcocorridos, tragically murdered in 1992 and considered an iconic figure in regional Mexican music.

• Aug. 31 Hassan Nasrallah

  Hassan Nasrallah is the influential third secretary-general of Hezbollah, a powerful political and military organization in Lebanon. He has been a key figure in Lebanese and Middle Eastern politics since the late 1990s, known for his strong anti-Israel stance and leadership of the Shiite militant group.