Famous people and celebrities born in July 1966

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in July 1966! 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.

  • Mike Tyson
    July 1 Mike Tyson

    Legendary heavyweight boxing champion known as 'Iron Mike', one of the most feared and famous boxers in history.

  • Alessio Boni
    July 4 Alessio Boni

    Renowned Italian actor who graduated from the National Academy of Dramatic Arts in 1992 and made his television debut in 1998 with 'La Donna del Treno'. He has three children, with Marco being his second child.

  • Laurence Ferrari
    July 5 Laurence Ferrari

    Prominent French television journalist who anchored TF1's weekly news program and was a significant media personality in France. She replaced Patrick Poivre d'Arvor and later resigned in 2012 due to declining audience ratings. She has been married twice, first to journalist Thomas Hugues and later to Renaud Capeasson.

  • Gianfranco Zola
    July 5 Gianfranco Zola

    Renowned Italian football player and coach who had a successful career in professional soccer. He played for several top Italian clubs and the national team, and later became a respected coach.

  • Jim Gaffigan
    July 7 Jim Gaffigan

    Renowned stand-up comedian known for his clean, observational humor and self-deprecating style. He has starred in multiple comedy specials and TV shows, becoming a popular figure in American comedy.

  • Amélie Nothomb
    July 9 Amélie Nothomb

    Amélie Nothomb is a renowned Belgian novelist known for her unique literary style and international acclaim, with a fascinating multicultural background.

  • Gina Bellman
    July 10 Gina Bellman

    New Zealand-born English actress known for her roles in comedy series like 'Coupling' and dramatic performances in television and theater.

  • Greg Grunberg
    July 11 Greg Grunberg

    American actor and producer known for roles in TV series like 'Heroes' and 'Star Wars'.

  • Kentaro Miura
    July 11 Kentaro Miura

    Legendary Japanese manga artist famous for creating the iconic dark fantasy series 'Berserk'.

  • Tamsin Greig
    July 12 Tamsin Greig

    Acclaimed British actress known for her versatile roles in television comedy and drama, with notable performances in 'Green Wing', 'Black Books', and 'Friday Night Dinner'.

  • Ana Torrent
    July 12 Ana Torrent

    Renowned Spanish film actress celebrated for her extraordinary child performances in critically acclaimed films like 'The Spirit of the Beehive' and 'Cría Cuervos', which are considered classics of Spanish cinema.

  • Gerald Levert
    July 13 Gerald Levert

    Renowned R&B singer and songwriter who was a prominent figure in the music industry, known for his powerful vocals and hit songs with the group LeVert and as a solo artist.

  • Matthew Fox
    July 14 Matthew Fox

    Matthew Fox is an American actor best known for his iconic role as Jack Shephard in the critically acclaimed TV series Lost, which aired from 2004 to 2010.

  • Irène Jacob
    July 15 Irène Jacob

    Acclaimed French actress who won the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival in 1991 for her role in 'The Double Life of Véronique'. Known for her elegant and introspective acting style, she became a symbol of European cinema.

  • Mike Horn
    July 16 Mike Horn

    Mike Horn is a renowned South African-born Swiss explorer famous for extreme solo expeditions across challenging environments like the Arctic, Antarctic, and Amazon. He is considered one of the world's most accomplished modern adventurers, known for his incredible endurance and survival skills.

  • Guru
    July 17 Guru

    Legendary hip-hop artist and one half of the iconic duo Gang Starr, known for his profound lyrical skills and significant influence on East Coast hip-hop.

  • Lou Barlow
    July 17 Lou Barlow

    Influential alternative rock musician known for his significant contributions to bands like Dinosaur Jr., Sebadoh, and The Folk Implosion. A multi-instrumentalist and songwriter who played a pivotal role in the indie rock scene of the late 1980s and 1990s.

  • Dan O'Brien
    July 18 Dan O'Brien

    Olympic gold medalist in decathlon who won the gold medal at the 1996 Atlanta Games and is considered one of the greatest American track and field athletes of his generation.

  • Stone Gossard
    July 20 Stone Gossard

    Influential American rock guitarist and founding member of Pearl Jam, known for his significant contributions to the grunge and alternative rock movement of the 1990s.

  • Tim Brown
    July 22 Tim Brown

    Tim Brown was a notable NFL wide receiver who played primarily for the Oakland Raiders, inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2015. He was a nine-time Pro Bowl selection and considered one of the most consistent receivers of his era.

  • Hamid Mir
    July 23 Hamid Mir

    Hamid Mir is a renowned Pakistani journalist known for his investigative reporting and work as a prominent news anchor for Geo News.

  • Martin Keown
    July 24 Martin Keown

    Former Arsenal and England professional footballer who played as a defender, known for his tough defensive style and success in the Premier League during the late 1990s and early 2000s.

  • Wataru Takagi
    July 25 Wataru Takagi

    Prominent Japanese voice actor renowned for his extensive work in anime and video game dubbing, with notable roles in popular franchises.

  • Martina McBride
    July 29 Martina McBride

    Martina McBride is a Grammy-nominated country music singer known for her powerful vocals and hit songs like 'Independence Day' and 'Concrete Angel'. She has been a prominent figure in country music since the 1990s.

  • Liz Cheney
    July 29 Liz Cheney

    Liz Cheney is an American politician and former U.S. Representative from Wyoming, known for her vocal criticism of Donald Trump and her role in the January 6th investigations.

  • Kerry Fox
    July 30 Kerry Fox

    New Zealand actress and screenwriter known for her roles in independent films and television productions.

  • Craig Gannon
    July 30 Craig Gannon

    British musician who played guitar for influential bands like The Smiths, The Bluebells, and The Adult Net.

  • Dean Cain
    July 31 Dean Cain

    Dean Cain is an American actor best known for portraying Superman in the popular TV series 'Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman' during the 1990s, which significantly boosted his career and made him a recognizable television star.