Famous people and celebrities born in February 1967
Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 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.
- Feb. 1 Meg Cabot
Bestselling American author known for young adult fiction, particularly famous for The Princess Diaries book series which was adapted into popular Disney movies.
- Feb. 2 Artūrs Irbe
Renowned Latvian ice hockey goalkeeper who played professionally in the NHL for teams like the San Jose Sharks and Dallas Stars, and later became a respected coach in international hockey.
- Feb. 4 Sergei Grinkov
Legendary Soviet pair figure skater who won Olympic gold medals in 1988 and 1994, tragically dying of a heart attack at the young age of 28 during a skating practice.
- Feb. 5 Chris Parnell
American comedian and actor best known for his work on Saturday Night Live and voice acting in animated series like Archer and Rick and Morty.
- Feb. 6 Izumi Sakai
Prominent Japanese pop singer and lead vocalist of the band ZARD, known for her significant influence in Japanese music during the 1990s and early 2000s. She tragically passed away in 2007 due to cancer, leaving a lasting legacy in Japanese pop culture.
- Feb. 8 Rachel Cusk
Renowned contemporary British novelist and essayist, best known for her innovative Outline trilogy which revolutionized autofiction and narrative technique in modern literature.
- Feb. 10 Vince Gilligan
Renowned television writer, producer, and director best known for creating the critically acclaimed series Breaking Bad and its spin-off Better Call Saul. He has significantly influenced modern television storytelling.
- Feb. 10 Laura Dern
Acclaimed American actress from a prominent Hollywood family, known for her roles in Jurassic Park, Marriage Story, and Wild. She is the daughter of actors Diane Ladd and Bruce Dern, and has won numerous awards including an Oscar.
- Feb. 11 Ciro Ferrara
Renowned Italian soccer player and team manager who played for Napoli and Juventus, and represented the Italian national team from 1985 to 2000.
- Feb. 14 Mark Rutte
Prime Minister of the Netherlands from 2010 to 2023, leader of the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD). Known for his pragmatic political approach and long tenure in Dutch politics.
- Feb. 14 Stelios Haji-Ioannou
Prominent Greek-Cypriot entrepreneur who founded the easyGroup, revolutionizing low-cost travel with easyJet and expanding into multiple service sectors.
- Feb. 14 Manuela Maleeva
Bulgarian-Swiss professional tennis player known for her successful career in the 1980s and early 1990s, part of the famous Maleeva tennis sisters.
- Feb. 17 Chante Moore
Renowned R&B and soul singer known for her powerful vocals and successful music career in the 1990s and 2000s.
- Feb. 18 Lorena Herrera
Lorena Herrera is a prominent Mexican actress, model, and singer who has made significant contributions to Latin American entertainment through telenovelas and music.
- Feb. 18 Roberto Baggio
Roberto Baggio is a legendary Italian footballer renowned for his exceptional skills, iconic ponytail, and status as one of the greatest players in soccer history.
- Feb. 19 Benicio Del Toro
Benicio del Toro is an acclaimed Puerto Rican-American actor known for his powerful performances in critically acclaimed films like Traffic, for which he won an Academy Award, Sicario, and The Usual Suspects.
- Feb. 20 Kurt Cobain
Legendary lead singer and guitarist of Nirvana, a pioneering grunge band that revolutionized alternative rock in the 1990s. His profound songwriting and intense musical style made him an iconic figure of his generation.
- Feb. 20 Lili Taylor
Versatile American actress known for her compelling performances in independent films like 'Short Cuts' and 'Ransom'. She has established herself as a respected character actress in Hollywood.
- Feb. 21 Leroy Burrell
American track and field athlete who was a world-class sprinter and held the world record in the 100m sprint during the late 1980s and early 1990s. He was an Olympic and World Championships medalist.
- Feb. 23 Hélène Darroze
Renowned French chef who made history as the first woman to earn two Michelin stars. She operates prestigious restaurants in Paris and London, including at the Connaught Hotels.
- Feb. 23 Steve Stricker
Professional American golfer known for his successful PGA Tour career and consistent performance.
- Feb. 24 Brian Schmidt
Renowned astrophysicist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for groundbreaking research on the accelerating expansion of the universe.
- Feb. 24 Gigi D'Alessio
Popular Italian singer and Neapolitan songwriter who has sold over 20 million records throughout his successful music career.
- Feb. 24 Jean-Charles Gicquel
French high jumper who set a personal record of 2.35m in Paris and was a four-time French national champion in high jumping.
- Feb. 25 Jonathan Freedland
Jonathan Freedland is a prominent British journalist, author, and commentator known for his work with The Guardian and his insightful political writing.
- Feb. 26 Currie Graham
Canadian-American actor known for his roles in television and film.
- Feb. 27 Jonathan Ive
Jonathan Ive is a renowned British industrial designer who revolutionized product design at Apple Inc., creating iconic devices that transformed modern technology and consumer electronics.