Famous people and celebrities born in January 1973

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in January 1973! 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 Danny Lloyd

  American actor best known for his role as Danny Torrance in Stanley Kubrick's horror classic 'The Shining'.

• Jan. 1 Carmen Ejogo

  British-American actress known for roles in 'Selma', 'Fantastic Beasts' series, and critically acclaimed performances.

• Jan. 2 Lucy Davis

  English actress known for her roles in comedy series and films, particularly famous for her performance in the original British version of 'The Office' and the movie 'Shaun of the Dead'.

• Jan. 3 Dan Harmon

  Renowned television producer, screenwriter, and creator known for cult comedy series like 'Community' and co-founding the popular podcast network Harmontown.

• Jan. 4 Harmony Korine

  Influential independent filmmaker known for avant-garde movies like 'Gummo' and 'Spring Breakers', who has significantly impacted alternative cinema.

• Jan. 5 Uday Chopra

  Uday Chopra is an Indian actor and producer primarily known for his comedic roles in the popular Bollywood Dhoom action film franchise. He is also part of the renowned Chopra family in the Indian film industry.

• Jan. 7 Liu Bolin

  Liu Bolin is a renowned contemporary Chinese artist famous for his innovative 'Invisible Man' photographic series, where he camouflages himself into backgrounds to critique social and political issues.

• Jan. 8 Sean Paul

  Sean Paul is a Grammy-winning Jamaican dancehall artist who played a pivotal role in bringing Caribbean music to global mainstream audiences in the early 2000s. He has multiple international hit singles and collaborated with numerous top artists across different genres.

• Jan. 10 Felix Trinidad

  Felix Trinidad is a legendary Puerto Rican professional boxer who was a three-weight world champion, known for his exceptional punching power and remarkable career in boxing.

• Jan. 11 Rockmond Dunbar

  American actor known for his roles in television series like 'Prison Break' and 'Soul Food'.

• Jan. 11 Rahul Dravid

  Rahul Dravid is an Indian former cricketer and captain of the Indian national team who is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket.

• Jan. 12 Sakshi Tanwar

  Sakshi Tanwar is a prominent Indian television actress best known for her iconic role in the long-running soap opera 'Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii', which significantly contributed to her popularity in the Indian entertainment industry.

• Jan. 12 Amr Waked

  Amr Waked is a renowned Egyptian actor who has gained international recognition for his compelling performances in Hollywood films like 'Syriana' and 'Lucy', working alongside major stars like George Clooney and Scarlett Johansson.

• Jan. 13 Juan Diego Florez

  Peruvian operatic tenor renowned worldwide for his exceptional vocal technique and performances in bel canto repertoire.

• Jan. 13 Nikolai Khabibulin

  Professional Russian ice hockey goaltender who played in the NHL for multiple teams, including the Tampa Bay Lightning, where he won the Stanley Cup in 2004.

• Jan. 14 Giancarlo Fisichella

  Prominent Italian Formula One racing driver who competed for multiple teams including Minardi, Jordan, Renault, and Ferrari between 1996 and 2009.

• Jan. 15 Essam El-Hadary

  Legendary Egyptian goalkeeper who played in multiple World Cups and is considered one of the most iconic soccer players in African football history.

• Jan. 15 Aurélie Dupont

  Renowned French ballet dancer who became an étoile at the Paris Opera Ballet in 1998, starting her dance career at the age of ten.

• Jan. 17 François Damiens

  Belgian comedian and actor famous for his television pranks and comedic roles, particularly in the comedy series 'La Famille Bélier' where he portrayed a humorous family man.

• Jan. 17 Cuauhtémoc Blanco

  Mexican soccer legend renowned for his exceptional skills, leadership, and significant contributions to Mexican football, playing for national and international clubs.

• Jan. 18 Burnie Burns

  Co-founder of Rooster Teeth Productions, a pioneering digital media and entertainment company known for creating popular web series like Red vs Blue and RWBY.

• Jan. 20 Princess Mathilde Duchess of Brabant

  Queen of the Belgians, wife of King Philippe, known for her significant charitable work and representation of the Belgian royal family.

• Jan. 20 Benjamin Biolay

  Renowned French singer, musician, and songwriter known for his artistic versatility and personal relationships in the entertainment industry.

• Jan. 21 Duane Lee Chapman

  Famous American bounty hunter known from reality TV show 'Dog the Bounty Hunter'.

• Jan. 22 Rogério Ceni

  Legendary Brazilian goalkeeper who played for São Paulo FC and is considered one of the most prolific scoring goalkeepers in football history, known for his exceptional free-kick and penalty-taking skills.

• Jan. 23 Tomas Holmström

  Professional Swedish ice hockey player known for his exceptional skills as a forward, particularly with the Detroit Red Wings during their successful era.

• Jan. 25 Geoff Johns

  Renowned comic book writer and producer known for significant contributions to DC Comics, including revitalizing characters like Green Lantern and The Flash. He has also been influential in DC's film and television adaptations.

• Jan. 26 Melvil Poupaud

  Versatile French artist known for his multifaceted career in film as an actor, screenwriter, cinematographer, and musician who has released a solo album.

• Jan. 31 Portia de Rossi

  Australian-American actress known for her roles in 'Ally McBeal' and 'Arrested Development', and her marriage to comedian Ellen DeGeneres.