Famous people and celebrities born in December 1961

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in December 1961! 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 Jeremy Northam

  Acclaimed English actor known for roles in films like 'The English Patient' and 'Gosford Park', with a distinguished career in cinema and television.

• Dec. 2 Safra A. Catz

  A prominent business executive who serves as the CEO of Oracle Corporation, known for her significant role in the technology industry.

• Dec. 4 Frank Reich

  Frank Reich is a renowned American football coach and former player, best known for leading the Buffalo Bills and Indianapolis Colts, and famous for the greatest comeback in NFL playoff history.

• Dec. 5 Maria De Filippi

  Highly influential Italian television host and producer, known for creating and hosting popular TV shows like 'Uomini e Donne' and 'Amici'. She is considered one of the most powerful media personalities in Italy.

• Dec. 6 David Lovering

  David Lovering is a renowned drummer of the alternative rock band The Pixies, known for his musical talent and later career as a scientific phenomenalist performing magic and science-based shows.

• Dec. 8 Ann Coulter

  Prominent conservative political commentator, author, and syndicated columnist known for her provocative and polarizing political writings and media appearances.

• Dec. 9 David Anthony Higgins

  American actor known for his comedic roles in television and film.

• Dec. 10 Nia Peeples

  American actress, singer, and dancer known for her roles in 'Walker, Texas Ranger' and the TV series 'Fame'. She was a UCLA voice major who successfully transitioned from music to acting in television.

• Dec. 11 Macky Sall

  Senegalese politician and engineer who served as the 4th President of Senegal, known for his significant political leadership.

• Dec. 11 Marco Pierre White

  Legendary English chef who revolutionized fine dining and mentored many famous chefs like Gordon Ramsay.

• Dec. 12 Daniel O'Donnell

  Daniel O'Donnell is a renowned Irish singer, TV presenter, and philanthropist who achieved remarkable success in music, becoming the first artist to chart a different album every year in the UK for 25 consecutive years.

• Dec. 16 Jon Tenney

  American actor and director known for roles in television series and films.

• Dec. 16 Sam Robards

  American actor with notable roles in film and television.

• Dec. 16 Bill Hicks

  Legendary American stand-up comedian known for his dark, satirical comedy and social criticism before his early death in 1994.

• Dec. 16 Shane Black

  Acclaimed screenwriter and director known for action films like 'Lethal Weapon' and 'Kiss Kiss Bang Bang'.

• Dec. 19 Abigail Johnson

  Prominent American business executive who serves as CEO and Chairman of Fidelity Investments, one of the largest financial services companies in the world. She has been instrumental in leading the family-owned firm and is considered one of the most powerful women in business.

• Dec. 20 Reggie White

  NFL Hall of Fame defensive end, nicknamed 'The Minister of Defense', who played for the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers.

• Dec. 20 Eric Allin Cornell

  Nobel Prize-winning physicist known for his groundbreaking work in creating the first Bose-Einstein condensate.

• Dec. 20 Freddie Spencer

  Legendary American motorcycle racer who was a three-time world champion in Grand Prix motorcycle racing.

• Dec. 20 Nate Newton

  NFL guard who played for the Dallas Cowboys, known for his significant contributions to the team during the 1990s.

• Dec. 21 Francis Ng

  Prominent Hong Kong actor and film director known for his versatile roles in action and drama films.

• Dec. 23 Lorna Tolentino

  Prominent Filipino actress and producer known for her significant contributions to Philippine cinema and television.

• Dec. 25 Ingrid Betancourt

  Colombian politician and human rights activist who was famously kidnapped by FARC guerrillas in 2002 and held captive for six years before being rescued in a dramatic military operation in 2008.

• Dec. 29 Jim Reid

  Jim Reid is a Scottish musician who co-founded the influential alternative rock band The Jesus and Mary Chain with his brother William in 1983. Known for their noisy, feedback-driven sound and provocative live performances, the band was a significant influence in the indie and alternative music scenes of the 1980s and 1990s.

• Dec. 30 Sean Hannity

  Sean Hannity is a prominent conservative political commentator and television host for Fox News, known for his influential right-wing political commentary and long-running radio and television shows.

• Dec. 30 Ben Johnson

  Ben Johnson was a Canadian sprinter who won gold in the 1988 Olympics but was later disqualified for doping, becoming a controversial figure in Olympic sports history.

• Dec. 30 Douglas Coupland

  Douglas Coupland is a renowned Canadian novelist and artist, best known for his groundbreaking novel 'Generation X' which defined a cultural zeitgeist of the early 1990s.

• Dec. 31 Nina Li Chi

  Prominent Chinese actress known for her roles in Hong Kong cinema, particularly in martial arts and drama films.