Famous people and celebrities born in January 1971

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in January 1971! 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.

• Jan. 1 Hiep Thi Le

  Vietnamese-American actress known for her powerful role in Oliver Stone's film 'Heaven & Earth', which depicted the Vietnam War experience.

• Jan. 2 Taye Diggs

  Taye Diggs is a prominent African American actor known for his versatile roles in film, television, and theater, including notable performances in 'How Stella Got Her Groove Back' and the Broadway musical 'Rent'.

• Jan. 2 Renee Elise Goldsberry

  Renee Elise Goldsberry is an acclaimed Broadway and television actress, best known for her Tony Award-winning role as Angelica Schuyler in the groundbreaking musical 'Hamilton'.

• Jan. 3 Sarah Alexander

  English actress known for her comedic roles in television and film.

• Jan. 7 Jeremy Renner

  Acclaimed American actor known for his Oscar-nominated role in 'The Hurt Locker' and prominent performances in Marvel Cinematic Universe as Hawkeye. He has successfully transitioned between independent films and major blockbusters.

• Jan. 8 Géraldine Pailhas

  French actress known for her roles in international films, notably appearing alongside Johnny Depp and Marlon Brando in 'Don Juan DeMarco'.

• Jan. 8 Jason Giambi

  Professional baseball player renowned for his powerful hitting, who played for the Oakland Athletics and New York Yankees during a notable Major League Baseball career.

• Jan. 9 MF Doom

  MF Doom was a legendary underground hip-hop artist known for his complex lyrics, innovative production, and mysterious persona, always performing in a metal mask.

• Jan. 10 Sergi Bruguera

  Spanish professional tennis player who won two French Open titles in 1993 and 1994, known for his exceptional clay court performance.

• Jan. 11 Mary J. Blige

  Mary J. Blige is a Grammy Award-winning R&B and hip-hop icon who revolutionized soul music with her powerful vocals and emotionally raw lyrics, influencing multiple generations of artists.

• Jan. 14 Jennifer Dundas

  American stage actress from a notable family of explorers. Her grandparents Brad and Barbara Washburn were pioneering mountain climbers, with her grandmother being the first woman to summit Mt. McKinley. She comes from a lineage of accomplished and adventurous individuals connected to Boston's scientific and cultural community.

• Jan. 15 Regina King

  Acclaimed American actress and director, known for her Oscar-winning performance in 'If Beale Street Could Talk' and her powerful roles in films like 'Ray' and TV series such as 'Watchmen'.

• Jan. 16 Josh Evans

  American filmmaker and actor known for independent films like 'The Price of Air', son of Bob Evans and Ali MacGraw. He has worked on underground cinema projects in Los Angeles.

• Jan. 17 Sylvie Testud

  Versatile French artist known for her work as an actress, writer, director, and amateur painter, with notable contributions to French cinema.

• Jan. 17 Kid Rock

  Renowned American musician famous for his unique genre-blending style mixing rock, hip hop, and country music, with hit songs like 'Bawitdaba' and 'All Summer Long'.

• Jan. 18 Josep Guardiola

  Legendary Spanish football manager who revolutionized tactics at FC Barcelona and Manchester City, widely considered one of the greatest coaches in football history.

• Jan. 18 Jonathan Davis

  Lead vocalist of the nu-metal band Korn, known for his distinctive vocal style and significant influence in alternative metal music.

• Jan. 19 Shawn Wayans

  Prominent American actor and comedian, best known for his comedic roles in popular films like 'Scary Movie' and 'White Chicks'. He is part of the famous Wayans comedy family.

• Jan. 20 Questlove

  Questlove is a renowned drummer, music producer, and founding member of the Grammy Award-winning hip hop band The Roots, who is also a cultural icon and music historian.

• Jan. 20 Gary Barlow

  Gary Barlow is a prominent British singer-songwriter, best known as a member of the pop group Take That and for his successful solo career and songwriting.

• Jan. 23 Julie Foudy

  Legendary American soccer player who was a key member of the US Women's National Soccer Team, winning Olympic gold medals in 1996 and 2000, and helping revolutionize women's soccer in the United States.

• Jan. 26 Dorian Gregory

  American television host and actor known for roles in popular TV series like 'Charmed' and 'The Parent 'Hood'.

• Jan. 27 Lil Jon

  Lil Jon is an influential American rapper who pioneered the crunk music genre, known for his energetic performances and hit songs like 'Get Low' and 'Yeah!'

• Jan. 27 Fann Wong

  Fann Wong is a prominent Singaporean actress and singer who has made significant contributions to both Singaporean and Chinese entertainment industries.

• Jan. 28 Anthony Hamilton

  Grammy-nominated R&B and soul singer known for hit songs like 'Charlene' and 'Right Place, Right Time', who has significantly influenced contemporary soul music.

• Jan. 29 Clare Balding

  Prominent British sports broadcaster and television presenter known for her extensive coverage of horse racing, Olympic sports, and BBC programming.

• Jan. 31 Lee Young Ae

  Renowned South Korean actress famous for her roles in critically acclaimed films and television series like 'Sympathy for Lady Vengeance'.

• Jan. 31 Minnie Driver

  Acclaimed British-American actress known for roles in films like 'Good Will Hunting' and 'Grosse Pointe Blank'.

• Jan. 31 Patricia Velásquez

  Venezuelan actress and producer known for her work in modeling and film, with notable international recognition.