Famous people and celebrities born in 1965

We celebrate the remarkable individuals born in 1965. This year gave rise to a new generation of talent, including actors, musicians, athletes, politicians and more who have significantly impacted our world. Dive into the stories of these famous personalities, explore their journeys, and see how they've shaped culture and society since their birth year. Join us as we take a nostalgic trip back to 1965 and honor the stars who continue to shine brightly today.

Jan. 12 Rob Zombie
Rob Zombie is a multi-talented artist known for his influential metal band White Zombie and successful career as a film director, creating horror-themed movies and music that blend rock and cinematic aesthetics.
Jan. 14 Slick Rick
Slick Rick is a pioneering British-American rapper renowned for his innovative storytelling style and significant influence on hip-hop music during the 1980s and 1990s.
Jan. 22 Diane Lane
Diane Lane is an acclaimed American actress known for her versatile roles in critically acclaimed films like 'Unfaithful', 'Under the Tuscan Sun', and 'The Perfect Storm'.
Jan. 27 Alan Cumming
Renowned Scottish-American actor, comedian, and performer known for his roles in 'GoldenEye', Broadway's 'Cabaret', and multiple film and television productions.
Feb. 1 Brandon Lee
Brandon Lee was an American actor and martial artist, son of Bruce Lee, tragically killed during the filming of 'The Crow' in 1993 due to an accidental shooting on set.
Feb. 3 Maura Tierney
Maura Tierney is an acclaimed American actress best known for her prominent roles in the medical drama ER and the critically acclaimed series The Affair. She has received multiple Emmy and Golden Globe nominations throughout her distinguished television career.
Feb. 7 Chris Rock
Chris Rock is a renowned American comedian, actor, director, and producer known for his groundbreaking stand-up comedy and satirical social commentary. He has starred in numerous films and TV shows, and hosted prestigious events like the Academy Awards.
Feb. 8 Mathilda May
French actress with a background in dance, daughter of a Greek-Turkish playwright and a Swedish ballet teacher. She began her career with Yves Montand and was a successful stage performer.
Feb. 18 Dr Dre
Legendary hip-hop producer and rapper who revolutionized West Coast rap and founded Aftermath Entertainment. He discovered and mentored artists like Eminem and Snoop Dogg, and was a key member of N.W.A. [bio]
Feb. 24 Kristin Davis
Kristin Davis is an acclaimed American actress best known for her iconic role as Charlotte York in the groundbreaking HBO series Sex and the City, which ran from 1998 to 2004 and later spawned two feature films.
Feb. 28 Colum McCann
Award-winning Irish-American novelist known for his literary works exploring complex human narratives and transnational experiences.
March 4 Khaled Hosseini
Afghan-American novelist and physician, internationally renowned for bestselling novels like The Kite Runner and A Thousand Splendid Suns. [bio]
March 14 Aamir Khan
Renowned Indian film actor, screenwriter, and producer who has significantly influenced Bollywood cinema. He is a multiple award-winner, including Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan honors from the Indian government.
March 25 Sarah Jessica Parker
Sarah Jessica Parker is an acclaimed American actress, producer, and fashion icon best known for her Emmy and Golden Globe-winning role as Carrie Bradshaw in HBO's groundbreaking series 'Sex and the City'.
April 4 Robert Downey Jr
Robert Downey Jr is a globally renowned actor best known for his iconic portrayal of Tony Stark/Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has received numerous awards and is considered one of Hollywood's most successful comeback stories after overcoming personal challenges. [bio]
April 15 Linda Perry
Influential American singer-songwriter and record producer, known for leading the band 4 Non Blondes and producing hit songs for major artists like Christina Aguilera and Gwen Stefani.
April 16 Martin Lawrence
Martin Lawrence is a renowned comedian and actor famous for his comedic roles in blockbuster films like Bad Boys and Big Momma's House, who has been a significant figure in Hollywood comedy since the 1990s.
April 16 Jon Cryer
Jon Cryer is an Emmy Award-winning American actor best known for his long-running role as Alan Harper in the popular sitcom Two and a Half Men, which significantly boosted his career and public recognition.
April 19 Natalie Dessay
Natalie Dessay is a renowned French soprano and opera singer who made significant contributions to classical music. She gained international acclaim for her exceptional vocal and acting talents, performing at prestigious venues like Paris Opera Bastille and La Scala. Her breakthrough role as Olympia in 'The Tales of Hoffmann' and her exclusive contract with EMI Records solidified her status as …
April 26 Kevin James
Kevin James is a popular American comedian and actor known for his comedic roles in television and film, most notably as Doug Heffernan in the long-running sitcom 'The King of Queens'.
April 30 Adrian Pasdar
American actor and voice artist known for his roles in TV series like Profit and Marvel animated shows, where he voiced Iron Man in multiple series. He has also worked as a film director, notably directing the feature film Cement.
May 4 Rob Brydon
Rob Brydon is a popular Welsh comedian, actor, and impressionist known for his witty performances in television shows like 'Gavin & Stacey', 'Would I Lie to You?', and his comedic collaborations with Steve Coogan.
May 25 John C. Reilly
John C. Reilly is a versatile American actor known for his comedic and dramatic roles in films like 'Chicago', 'Step Brothers', and 'Talladega Nights'. He has collaborated with prominent directors and actors across various genres.
May 31 Brooke Shields
Brooke Shields is a renowned American actress and model who rose to fame in the late 1970s and 1980s. She gained international recognition for her roles in films like 'The Blue Lagoon' and later transitioned to television with the sitcom 'Suddenly Susan'. She has also had a successful Broadway career.
June 10 Elizabeth Hurley
Elizabeth Hurley is a prominent English actress and model, famous for her iconic work with Estée Lauder and memorable film roles in comedies and romantic movies.
June 18 Kim Dickens
Kim Dickens is an accomplished American actress known for her roles in television series like 'Fear the Walking Dead' and films such as 'Gone Girl'. She has built a solid reputation in both television and film with nuanced dramatic performances.
July 3 Tommy Flanagan
Scottish actor known for his distinctive facial scars and memorable roles in Sons of Anarchy and Gladiator, with a significant presence in film and television.
July 5 Tracy Letts
Tracy Letts is a Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, actor, and screenwriter known for works like 'August: Osage County' and his performances in film and theater.
July 22 Shawn Michaels
Shawn Michaels is a legendary professional wrestler known as 'The Heartbreak Kid', who revolutionized wrestling performance in WWE during the 1990s and early 2000s.
July 24 Kadeem Hardison
American actor known for his roles in television and film, particularly in the popular sitcom 'A Different World' during the late 1980s and early 1990s.
July 26 Jeremy Piven
Jeremy Piven is an Emmy Award-winning American actor renowned for his iconic role as Ari Gold in the HBO comedy-drama series Entourage. He has also appeared in numerous films like 'Grosse Pointe Blank' and 'Serendipity'.
Aug. 1 Sam Mendes
Renowned British film and stage director known for critically acclaimed works like 'American Beauty', '1917', and 'Revolutionary Road'. He has won numerous awards including an Academy Award and multiple Tony Awards.
Aug. 4 Dennis Lehane
Acclaimed American crime novelist known for bestselling novels like 'Mystic River', which was adapted into an Oscar-winning film by Clint Eastwood. He has received multiple literary awards and is recognized for his gritty Boston-based narratives.
Aug. 11 Viola Davis
Viola Davis is a groundbreaking African American actress who has won an Oscar, Emmy, and Tony Award, making her the first Black actress to achieve the prestigious Triple Crown of Acting. She is renowned for powerful performances in films like 'Fences' and 'The Help', and her advocacy for diversity in Hollywood.
Aug. 19 Kyra Sedgwick
Kyra Sedgwick is an acclaimed American actress best known for her Emmy-winning role as Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson in the popular TNT crime drama series 'The Closer'.
Aug. 24 Marlee Matlin
Acclaimed deaf actress who won an Academy Award for Best Actress in 'Children of a Lesser God', becoming the first deaf performer to win an Oscar. She has been a prominent advocate for deaf representation in Hollywood and has appeared in numerous television and film roles.
Aug. 28 Shania Twain
Shania Twain is a Grammy Award-winning Canadian country pop singer who revolutionized the genre in the 1990s with her crossover hits. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, known for her powerful vocals and iconic music videos. [bio]
Sept. 3 Charlie Sheen
Renowned American actor from a famous acting family, Charlie Sheen rose to stardom with critically acclaimed films like 'Platoon' and 'Wall Street'. He became a pop culture icon through his television roles and controversial personal life. [bio]
Sept. 17 Bryan Singer
Prominent American film director and producer known for critically acclaimed movies like 'The Usual Suspects' and several X-Men franchise films.
Sept. 21 David Wenham
David Wenham is a versatile Australian actor known for his roles in major film series like The Lord of the Rings and 300, with significant contributions to both film and television.
Oct. 14 Steve Coogan
Acclaimed English comedian, actor, and producer renowned for creating and portraying the iconic character Alan Partridge and starring in critically acclaimed films.
Oct. 20 William Zabka
William Zabka is an American actor famous for his iconic role as Johnny Lawrence in the Karate Kid film series, and later reprising the character in the popular Netflix series Cobra Kai.
Oct. 26 Aaron Kwok
Aaron Kwok is a renowned Hong Kong actor and singer, famous for his dynamic performances in movies and music, and considered one of the most popular entertainers in Asia.
Oct. 30 Gavin Rossdale
Gavin Rossdale is a renowned English musician, best known as the lead singer and guitarist of the rock band Bush. He later pursued a solo career and was also the lead singer of the band Institute after his band's initial breakup.
Nov. 22 Mads Mikkelsen
Internationally acclaimed Danish actor known for intense and versatile roles in Hollywood and European cinema, including James Bond villain in Casino Royale and Hannibal Lecter in the TV series Hannibal. [bio]
Nov. 25 Dougray Scott
Scottish actor known for roles in Mission: Impossible 2, Desperate Housewives, and various film and television productions.
Nov. 30 Ben Stiller
Ben Stiller is a renowned American actor, director, and comedian famous for comedy films like 'There's Something About Mary'. He has also authored a humorous book about relationships with Janeane Garofalo.
Dec. 3 Andrew Stanton
Renowned Pixar animation director, screenwriter, and voice actor known for critically acclaimed films like 'Finding Nemo' and 'WALL-E'.
Dec. 7 Jeffrey Wright
Award-winning American actor known for his critically acclaimed roles in HBO's 'Westworld' and as Beetee in 'The Hunger Games' film series. Wright has received multiple Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for his versatile performances.
Dec. 27 Salman Khan
Salman Khan is a prominent Bollywood actor, film producer, and television personality known for his massive popularity in India and among the Indian diaspora. He is one of the most commercially successful actors in Hindi cinema, consistently ranking among the highest-paid actors globally. Forbes has ranked him 7th worldwide with earnings of USD 33.5 million, surpassing several Hollywood stars.