Famous people and celebrities born in February 1961

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 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.

• Feb. 1 Daniel M. Tani

  NASA astronaut who flew on Space Shuttle missions STS-108 and STS-120, completing two spacewalks and spending over 130 days in space.

• Feb. 1 Gabrielle Carteris in Phoenix

  American actress best known for her role as Andrea Zuckerman in the popular TV series Beverly Hills, 90210.

• Feb. 2 Lauren Lane

  Lauren Lane is an American actress best known for her comedic role as C.C. Babcock on the popular 1990s sitcom 'The Nanny', starring alongside Fran Drescher.

• Feb. 4 Denis Savard

  Legendary Canadian ice hockey player and coach who spent most of his career with the Chicago Blackhawks, known for his exceptional skating and playmaking skills.

• Feb. 5 Tim Meadows

  Tim Meadows is an American comedian and actor best known for his long-running stint on Saturday Night Live and his memorable role as Principal Duvall in the cult comedy film Mean Girls.

• Feb. 6 Florence Aubenas

  French journalist known for her courageous reporting and her dramatic hostage experience in Iraq in 2005, where she was held captive for six months before being released.

• Feb. 8 Vince Neil

  Vince Neil is the iconic lead vocalist of the legendary heavy metal band Mötley Crüe, known for his energetic performances and distinctive voice. He has been a significant figure in the 1980s rock and glam metal scene, contributing to numerous hit songs and albums.

• Feb. 8 Bruce Timm

  Bruce Timm is a renowned animator and producer who revolutionized animated superhero storytelling through his groundbreaking work on 'Batman: The Animated Series'. His distinctive art style and narrative approach significantly influenced modern comic book adaptations.

• Feb. 9 John Kruk

  John Kruk was a prominent first baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies during the 1980s and early 1990s. He was a three-time MLB All-Star known for his distinctive batting style and contributions to the team's success.

• Feb. 10 George Stephanopoulos

  A prominent political strategist who played a crucial role in Bill Clinton's presidential campaign, serving as Communications Director and Senior Advisor. He later became a well-known television journalist for ABC News.

• Feb. 10 Alexander Payne

  An acclaimed American film director known for critically acclaimed movies like 'Sideways', 'The Descendants', and 'Nebraska'. His films often explore complex human relationships with dark humor and poignant storytelling.

• Feb. 11 Rajat Kapoor

  Renowned Indian actor, director, and screenwriter known for his versatile roles in independent and mainstream Bollywood cinema. He has made significant contributions to parallel cinema in India.

• Feb. 11 Carey Lowell

  American actress and model best known for her role as Pam Bouvier in the James Bond film 'License to Kill' and her role in the TV series 'Law & Order'.

• Feb. 13 Henry Rollins

  Influential American punk rock singer, spoken word artist, writer, and actor known for his work with the band Black Flag and his intense spoken word performances.

• Feb. 16 Andy Taylor

  Andy taylor is a british guitarist best known for being a member of the rock band duran duran.

• Feb. 19 Benoît Chamoux

  Renowned French mountain climber and adventurer who tragically disappeared while attempting to summit Kangchenjunga, his 20th Himalayan mountain, alongside photographer Pierre Royer and their Sherpa Riku in October 1995.

• Feb. 21 Christopher Atkins

  American actor known for his breakthrough roles in 'The Blue Lagoon' and 'A Little Romance', who became a teen idol in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

• Feb. 21 Chuck Palahniuk

  Acclaimed American novelist and journalist, best known for his groundbreaking novel 'Fight Club', which was later adapted into a cult film.

• Feb. 21 Ranking Roger

  English musician and vocalist of the band The Beat (known as The English Beat in the US), influential in the ska and new wave scenes of the 1980s.

• Feb. 22 Akira Takasaki

  Japanese guitarist and founding member of the heavy metal band Loudness, known for pioneering the Japanese metal scene in the 1980s.

• Feb. 24 Erna Solberg

  Norwegian politician who served as Prime Minister of Norway from 2013 to 2021, leader of the Conservative Party.

• Feb. 24 Ellen Stofan

  Prominent scientist and former NASA Chief Scientist known for her research and leadership in planetary science.

• Feb. 24 Eric Rochant

  Acclaimed French film director and screenwriter who won César and Louis-Delluc awards, known for innovative cinema.

• Feb. 25 Ricky Gervais

  Internationally renowned British comedian, writer, actor, and director who revolutionized comedy with 'The Office' and created groundbreaking shows like 'Extras' and 'After Life'.

• Feb. 26 Virginie Lemoine

  Virginie Lemoine is a French actress and comedian known for her work in radio and television. She studied at the conservatory and worked with France-Inter, developing a career in media and entertainment. Her background includes overcoming early personal challenges and establishing herself in the French entertainment industry.

• Feb. 27 James Worthy

  James Worthy is a legendary NBA Hall of Fame forward who played his entire professional career with the Los Angeles Lakers, known for his exceptional scoring ability and key role in the 'Showtime' era of Lakers basketball.

• Feb. 28 Rae Dawn Chong

  Canadian-American actress known for her roles in films like 'Soul Man' and 'Colors', daughter of comedian Tommy Chong.

• Feb. 28 René Simard

  Canadian singer and television host who was a popular teen idol in Quebec during the 1970s and 1980s.