Famous people and celebrities born in July 1970

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in July 1970! 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.

• July 1 Henry Simmons

  American actor known for roles in TV series like NYPD Blue and Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

• July 3 Audra McDonald

  Six-time Tony Award-winning actress and soprano, renowned for her exceptional performances in musical theater and opera.

• July 3 Teemu Selänne

  Finnish ice hockey legend known as 'The Finnish Flash', who played in the NHL and is considered one of the greatest European players in history.

• July 5 Mac Dre

  Mac Dre was an influential American rapper from the Bay Area who pioneered the hyphy music movement and founded Thizz Entertainment before his tragic murder in 2004.

• July 6 Inspectah Deck

  Renowned rapper and member of the legendary hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan, known for his distinctive lyrical style and significant contributions to underground rap.

• July 8 Beck (musician)

  Beck is an innovative American musician known for his eclectic musical style that blends multiple genres, creating groundbreaking alternative rock and pop music. He rose to fame in the 1990s with hit songs like 'Loser' and continues to be a critically acclaimed artist.

• July 10 John Simm

  Acclaimed British actor known for roles in TV series like 'Life on Mars' and 'Doctor Who', with a versatile career in film, television, and theater.

• July 10 Jason Orange

  Former member of the popular boy band Take That, known for his singing, songwriting, and dancing skills.

• July 11 Justin Chambers

  Justin Chambers is an American actor best known for his long-running role as Dr. Alex Karev on the popular medical drama series 'Grey's Anatomy', which aired from 2005 to 2020. He was a main cast member for 16 seasons and became widely recognized for his character's complex personality and character development.

• July 12 Aure Atika

  French-Portuguese screenwriter and film director known for her work in independent cinema.

• July 12 Lee Byung-hun

  Internationally acclaimed South Korean actor, singer, and dancer known for his roles in Korean and Hollywood films.

• July 13 Bruno Salomone

  French comedian and actor known for his work with the comedy troupe 'Nous C Nous', which launched alongside notable comedian Jean Dujardin. He has a multicultural background with Sicilian and Belgian origins.

• July 16 Apichatpong Weerasethakul

  Acclaimed Thai film director known for experimental and poetic cinema, winner of the Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival for 'Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives'.

• July 19 Nicola Sturgeon

  Scottish lawyer and politician who served as First Minister of Scotland.

• July 22 Jonathan Zaccaï

  Belgian actor and film director known for his work in European cinema, son of painter Sarah Kalisky.

• July 22 Jason Becker

  Legendary American guitarist and songwriter, member of the band Cacophony, known for his virtuosic guitar skills.

• July 23 Charisma Carpenter

  Charisma Carpenter is an American actress best known for her iconic roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel, where she portrayed the witty and complex character Cordelia Chase.

• July 25 Jennifer Lopez

  Globally renowned pop singer, actress, dancer, and entertainment icon known for hit songs, movies, and her influential status in Latin pop culture.

• July 26 Joan Wasser

  Joan Wasser is an accomplished American indie musician known for her work with The Dambuilders, Those Bastard Souls, and as a collaborator with Antony and the Johnsons. She has also performed under the stage name Joan as Police Woman and is recognized for her distinctive violin and vocal talents.

• July 27 Nikolaj Coster-Waldau

  Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is a renowned Danish actor best known for his iconic role as Jaime Lannister in the critically acclaimed HBO series Game of Thrones. He has also appeared in numerous films and is recognized for his charismatic screen presence.

• July 28 Michael Amott

  Renowned Swedish metal guitarist known for his work in multiple influential metal bands including Arch Enemy, Spiritual Beggars, and Carcass. A significant figure in extreme metal and melodic death metal scenes.

• July 29 Kit Hoover

  American television host and journalist best known for her work on the entertainment news program Access Hollywood.

• July 30 Christopher Nolan

  Christopher Nolan is a critically acclaimed English film director known for groundbreaking movies that blend complex narratives with stunning visual storytelling, including 'Inception', 'The Dark Knight' trilogy, and 'Interstellar'.