Famous people and celebrities born in May 1971

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in May 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.

• May 1 Ajith Kumar

  Ajith Kumar is a prominent Tamil cinema actor known for his versatile roles and significant popularity in South Indian film industry.

• May 3 Damon Dash

  Damon Dash is a prominent American music entrepreneur who co-founded Roc-A-Fella Records and played a crucial role in launching the careers of Jay-Z and Kanye West.

• May 6 Chris Shiflett

  Renowned guitarist and musician known for his work with Foo Fighters, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, and several other notable punk and rock bands.

• May 8 Thomas Piketty

  Renowned French economist and author of the influential book 'Capital in the Twenty-First Century', known for his research on wealth and income inequality.

• May 9 Nicolas Ghesquière

  Nicolas Ghesquière is a renowned French fashion designer who revolutionized luxury fashion through his innovative work at Balenciaga and Louis Vuitton, significantly influencing contemporary haute couture.

• May 10 Atul Kulkarni

  Versatile Indian actor known for his significant contributions to Bollywood and Marathi cinema, with a career spanning multiple film industries and genres.

• May 10 Leslie Stefanson

  American actress with a career in film and television.

• May 12 Jamie Luner

  American actress known for her roles in the ABC sitcom 'Just the Ten of Us' and the popular drama series 'Melrose Place', where she played Lexi Sterling. Born into a Jewish family, she has an older brother.

• May 14 Sofia Coppola

  Sofia Coppola is an acclaimed American film director, screenwriter, and producer known for her distinctive visual style and critically acclaimed films like 'Lost in Translation' and 'The Virgin Suicides'.

• May 17 Princess Máxima of the Netherlands

  Queen of the Netherlands, wife of King Willem-Alexander, renowned for her global advocacy of financial inclusion and microcredit initiatives.

• May 17 Maxima Zorreguieta

  Queen of the Netherlands, wife of King Willem-Alexander, known for her background as an Argentine socialite who became a prominent royal figure and advocate for financial inclusion.

• May 20 Tony Stewart

  Legendary NASCAR driver and team owner who won three Cup Series championships and is considered one of the most successful and popular racers in motorsports history.

• May 23 George Osborne

  British politician who served as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 2010 to 2016, playing a key role in the UK's economic policy during the Conservative-Liberal Democrat coalition government.

• May 24 Kris Draper

  Professional Canadian ice hockey player who spent most of his career with the Detroit Red Wings, winning multiple Stanley Cup championships and known for his defensive skills.

• May 26 Matt Stone

  Co-creator of the iconic animated series South Park, Matt Stone is a renowned American comedian, animator, writer, producer, and voice actor known for his groundbreaking and satirical work.

• May 27 Paul Bettany

  Paul Bettany is a renowned English actor known for his versatile roles in critically acclaimed films like 'A Beautiful Mind' and his significant contributions to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the voice of J.A.R.V.I.S. and the character Vision.

• May 27 Monika Schnarre

  US actress known for her role in the popular soap opera 'The Bold and the Beautiful'.

• May 27 Lisa Lopes

  Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes was a groundbreaking member of the iconic R&B group TLC, known for her dynamic rapping and significant contributions to hits like 'Ain't 2 Proud 2 Beg' and 'What About Your Friends'.

• May 28 Marco Rubio

  American politician and United States Senator from Florida who ran for the Republican presidential nomination in 2016. He has been serving in the Senate since January 2011 and is known for his conservative political stance.

• May 28 Isabelle Carré

  Acclaimed French actress who won the César Award for Best Actress in 2001 for her role in 'Se Souvenir des Belles Choses', a critically acclaimed dramatic film.

• May 29 Ekaterina Gordeeva

  Renowned Russian figure skater, Olympic champion, and world-famous pairs skating athlete.

• May 30 Idina Menzel

  Idina Menzel is a renowned Broadway and film actress, famous for her powerful vocals and iconic role as Elsa in Disney's 'Frozen'. She won a Tony Award for her performance in the musical 'Wicked' and has a significant career in musical theater and film.

• May 30 Duncan Jones

  Duncan Jones is a critically acclaimed film director known for innovative science fiction films like 'Moon' and 'Source Code'. He is also the son of legendary musician David Bowie and has established himself as a unique voice in contemporary cinema.

• May 31 Diana Damrau

  Renowned German soprano known for her exceptional performances in opera, particularly in Mozart and bel canto repertoires.