Famous people and celebrities born in August 1967
Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1967! 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.
- Aug. 1 José Padilha
Renowned Brazilian film director, screenwriter, and producer known for critically acclaimed works like 'Elite Squad' and documentary films.
- Aug. 3 Mathieu Kassovitz
Renowned French film director and actor, famous for the groundbreaking film 'La Haine' and his role in 'Amélie'. He comes from a multicultural background with a Hungarian Jewish father and a Catholic film editor mother.
- Aug. 6 Reid Hoffman
Silicon Valley entrepreneur and venture capitalist who co-founded LinkedIn, a leading professional networking platform.
- Aug. 7 Charlotte Lewis
British actress known for her roles in films like 'Golden Child' and 'Pirates of the Caribbean', born in Kensington, London.
- Aug. 8 Rena Mero
Professional wrestler known by her WWE stage name Sable, who became a major sex symbol and popular personality in professional wrestling during the late 1990s.
- Aug. 8 Lee Unkrich
Acclaimed Pixar film director and editor who won an Academy Award for directing 'Toy Story 3' and was involved in many beloved animated films.
- Aug. 8 Sable
Professional wrestler known by her WWE stage name Sable, who became a major sex symbol and popular personality in professional wrestling during the late 1990s.
- Aug. 10 Deion Sanders
Legendary American athlete known for his exceptional performance in both professional football and baseball, nicknamed 'Prime Time'.
- Aug. 10 Riddick Bowe
Riddick Bowe is a renowned American professional boxer who dominated the heavyweight division, winning the undisputed championship in the early 1990s and becoming one of the most formidable boxers of his era.
- Aug. 11 Collin Chou
Taiwanese martial artist and actor known for his roles in action films like 'The Matrix' series and 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon'.
- Aug. 12 Joe Rogan
Highly influential comedian, podcast host, UFC commentator, and media personality.
- Aug. 14 Mary Callahan Erdoes
Prominent American business executive serving as CEO of J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management, known for her leadership in the financial services industry.
- Aug. 15 Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh
Controversial Indian spiritual leader of Dera Sacha Sauda, known for significant legal troubles including sexual abuse and murder allegations. His cult-like organization has been a subject of extensive media and legal scrutiny.
- Aug. 19 Nandana Sen
Acclaimed Indian actress and daughter of renowned filmmaker Mrinal Sen, known for her versatile roles in Bollywood and international cinema.
- Aug. 19 Satya Nadella
Indian-American technology executive serving as CEO of Microsoft, leading the company's transformation in cloud computing and digital strategy.
- Aug. 19 Brian Michael Bendis
Renowned American comic book writer and artist, known for his influential work with Marvel Comics and creating numerous iconic characters.
- Aug. 21 Carrie-Anne Moss
Carrie-Anne Moss is a renowned Canadian actress best known for her iconic role as Trinity in the groundbreaking science fiction film series 'The Matrix', which revolutionized action cinema in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
- Aug. 21 Charb
Stéphane Charbonnier, known as Charb, was the editor-in-chief of Charlie Hebdo who was tragically killed during the 2015 terrorist attack on the magazine's office in Paris.
- Aug. 21 Serj Tankian
Serj Tankian is the lead vocalist of the Grammy Award-winning rock band System of a Down, known for his distinctive voice and political activism.
- Aug. 22 Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a prominent British-Nigerian actor known for diverse roles in television and film, including critically acclaimed series 'Lost' and 'Oz', and action movies like 'The Bourne Identity'.
- Aug. 22 Ty Burrell
Ty Burrell is an Emmy Award-winning American actor best known for his role as Phil Dunphy in the popular sitcom 'Modern Family'.
- Aug. 22 Layne Staley
Layne Staley was the lead vocalist of the influential grunge band Alice in Chains, known for his powerful and distinctive vocal style before his tragic death in 2002.
- Aug. 25 Tom Hollander
English actor and screenwriter known for his versatile roles in film, television, and theater.
- Aug. 25 Xavier Niel
Prominent French entrepreneur who founded Iliad, co-owns Le Monde newspaper, and is a significant player in the telecommunications industry.
- Aug. 31 Kenneth Oppel
Kenneth Oppel is an acclaimed Canadian author renowned for his award-winning young adult fantasy and science fiction novels, including the Silverwing series and Airborn trilogy.