Famous people and celebrities born in October 1960
Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in October 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.
- Oct. 5 Daniel Baldwin
Daniel Baldwin is an American actor and director from the famous Baldwin acting family, known for his roles in television and film, and his struggles with addiction.
- Oct. 5 Careca
Careca is a legendary Brazilian footballer who played as a striker, known for his exceptional skills and goal-scoring ability during the 1980s and early 1990s.
- Oct. 7 Viktor Lazlo
French-Belgian singer known for her 1987 hit 'Breathless' and for hosting the Eurovision Song Contest in Brussels. She has multicultural roots from Belgium, Grenada, and Martinique.
- Oct. 8 Reed Hastings
Tech entrepreneur who co-founded Netflix, revolutionizing the global entertainment streaming industry.
- Oct. 8 François Pérusse
Renowned Canadian comedian and singer-songwriter famous for his humorous musical parodies and comedy sketches.
- Oct. 9 Kenny Garrett
Renowned American jazz saxophonist and composer, known for his work with the Five Peace Band and significant contributions to contemporary jazz.
- Oct. 12 Hiroyuki Sanada
Renowned Japanese actor with an international career, known for his versatile roles in Hollywood blockbusters like The Last Samurai, The Wolverine, and Avengers: Endgame. He has successfully bridged Japanese and Western cinema.
- Oct. 13 Joey Belladonna
Lead vocalist of the thrash metal band Anthrax, known for his distinctive vocal style and contributions to the heavy metal genre.
- Oct. 14 Steve Cram
Legendary British middle-distance runner who set world records in the mile and 2 km events during the 1980s, becoming one of the most prominent athletes in track and field history.
- Oct. 16 Bob Mould
Influential alternative rock musician known for his groundbreaking work with Hüsker Dü, Sugar, and his successful solo career. A pivotal figure in the development of alternative and indie rock in the 1980s and 1990s.
- Oct. 17 Rob Marshall
Renowned American film and theater director known for Broadway musicals and Hollywood films like 'Chicago' and 'Into the Woods'.
- Oct. 17 Guy Henry (actor)
Prominent British actor recognized for significant roles in 'Harry Potter' and 'Star Wars' franchises, known for his versatile acting skills.
- Oct. 18 Jean-Claude Van Damme
Belgian-American martial artist and actor known for action movies like 'Bloodsport' and 'Kickboxer', who became a global action movie star in the 1980s and 1990s.
- Oct. 18 Erin Moran
American actress best known for her iconic role as Joanie Cunningham on the popular sitcom 'Happy Days', which aired from 1974 to 1984.
- Oct. 18 Craig Mello
Renowned scientist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2006 for groundbreaking research in RNA interference, significantly advancing molecular biology.
- Oct. 18 Denis Olivennes
French media executive who served as director of Europe 1 radio station, coming from a notable intellectual family with connections to literature and psychiatry.
- Oct. 19 Jennifer Holliday
Renowned American actress and singer, famous for her Tony Award-winning performance in Broadway's 'Dreamgirls'.
- Oct. 20 Lepa Brena
Lepa Brena is a legendary Yugoslav and Serbian pop-folk singer who was immensely popular during the 1980s and early 1990s across Yugoslavia. She is considered one of the most famous and influential musicians in the Balkan region, known for her energetic performances and iconic music.
- Oct. 23 Randy Pausch
Computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon University who became famous for his inspirational 'Last Lecture' about achieving childhood dreams before dying of pancreatic cancer.
- Oct. 24 BD Wong
Acclaimed American actor known for roles in Law & Order: SVU, Jurassic Park, and Broadway performances.
- Oct. 25 Chris Buck
Acclaimed Disney animator and film director who co-directed the massively successful animated films 'Frozen' and 'Frozen II', which became global cultural phenomena.
- Oct. 25 Hong Sang-soo
Renowned South Korean film director known for his distinctive minimalist style and critically acclaimed independent films that explore complex human relationships.
- Oct. 26 Philippe Briand
French politician representing the Indre-et-Loire region and a member of the Union for a Popular Movement political party.
- Oct. 28 Landon Curt Noll
Renowned computer scientist and mathematician famous for his significant contributions to number theory, cryptography, and computational mathematics.
- Oct. 30 Diego A Maradona
Argentine soccer player who played in the World Cup.
- Oct. 30 Monica Bellucci
Internationally renowned Italian actress and model, famous for roles in films like 'Dracula', 'The Matrix', and 'Malèna'.
- Oct. 31 Reza Pahlavi
Iranian royal heir and political activist who was exiled from Iran after the 1979 Islamic Revolution. He continues to advocate for democratic change in Iran and represents the last generation of the Pahlavi monarchy.
- Oct. 31 Arnaud Desplechin
Renowned French film director known for his complex narrative styles and psychological depth in cinema. He has directed critically acclaimed films like 'Kings and Queen' and 'A Christmas Tale'.