Famous people and celebrities born in May 1974

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in May 1974! 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 2 Matt Berry

  English comedian, actor, writer, and musician known for his distinctive comedic roles in TV shows like 'The IT Crowd', 'Toast of London', and 'What We Do in the Shadows'.

• May 2 Andy Johnson

  English-Welsh professional footballer who played as a striker for various clubs including Crystal Palace, Liverpool, and Fulham.

• May 10 Sylvain Wiltord

  Sylvain Wiltord is a legendary French footballer who played as a winger, winning the 1998 FIFA World Cup and 2000 European Championship, and was a key player for Arsenal FC.

• May 10 Doc Gynéco

  Doc Gynéco is a prominent French rapper who significantly influenced the French hip-hop scene during the late 1990s and early 2000s, known for his unique style and social commentary.

• May 11 Benoît Magimel

  Renowned French actor who began his career at age 14 in the critically acclaimed film 'Life is a Long, Quiet River', establishing himself as a prominent figure in French cinema.

• May 15 Ahmet Zappa

  American actor, producer, and member of the famous Zappa musical family, known for his creative work in entertainment.

• May 16 Laura Pausini

  Internationally acclaimed Italian pop singer who has won multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy awards, known for her powerful vocals and multilingual music career spanning over three decades.

• May 17 Andrea Corr

  Irish singer, musician, and actress, best known as a member of the popular folk-rock band The Corrs, which achieved international success in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

• May 17 Sendhil Ramamurthy

  American actor of Indian descent, best known for his roles in television series like 'Heroes' and 'Grey's Anatomy'.

• May 19 Andrew Johns

  Legendary Australian rugby league player widely considered one of the greatest halfbacks in the sport's history, who later became a respected coach and sports commentator.

• May 20 Nawazuddin Siddiqui

  Nawazuddin Siddiqui is a critically acclaimed Indian actor known for his powerful and nuanced performances in both mainstream and independent Bollywood films, winning numerous awards for his versatile acting skills.

• May 21 Fairuza Balk

  Fairuza Balk is an American actress known for her distinctive roles in cult films like 'The Craft' and indie movies such as 'Gas Food Lodging', with a career spanning alternative and edgy cinema.

• May 21 Havoc

  Havoc is an American rapper and record producer, member of the influential hip-hop group Mobb Deep, known for his significant contributions to East Coast rap.

• May 23 Jewel (singer)

  Jewel is an acclaimed American singer-songwriter who rose to fame in the late 1990s with her folk-pop album 'Pieces of You', featuring hit singles like 'Who Will Save Your Soul' and 'You Were Meant for Me'.

• May 23 Apollo Robbins

  Apollo Robbins is a world-renowned performance artist and expert in deception, famous for his extraordinary pickpocketing skills and mind-bending psychological illusions.

• May 24 Jewe Jewel

  Jewel is a renowned singer-songwriter who rose to fame in the 1990s with her folk-pop music, known for hit songs like 'You Were Meant for Me' and 'Foolish Games'.

• May 24 Ken Jennings

  Ken Jennings is an American game show contestant and author, famous for his record-breaking 74-game winning streak on Jeopardy!, which made him a national celebrity and quiz show legend.

• May 25 Dash Mihok

  Dash Mihok is an American actor known for his prominent roles in the TV series 'Ray Donovan' and Baz Luhrmann's iconic film 'Romeo + Juliet', where he played Benvolio.

• May 26 Lars Frölander

  Olympic gold medalist and world-renowned Swedish swimmer who competed in multiple Olympic Games, specializing in butterfly and freestyle events.

• May 28 Romain Duris

  Prominent French actor known for his roles in critically acclaimed films like 'The Spanish Apartment' and 'Russian Dolls', directed by Cédric Klapisch. He studied arts and comes from an engineering-architecture family background.

• May 28 Misbah-ul-Haq

  Legendary Pakistani cricketer who captained the national team and is considered one of the most respected players in Pakistani cricket history.

• May 29 Aaron McGruder

  Creator of the groundbreaking comic strip and animated series 'The Boondocks', known for his satirical social and political commentary.

• May 30 Vigor Bovolenta

  Italian volleyball champion who won a bronze medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, representing Italy's national volleyball team.

• May 31 Tristram Hunt

  British historian, broadcaster, and Labour Party politician known for his engaging television documentaries and academic work on urban history.

• May 31 CeeLo Green

  Grammy-winning musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor known for his work with Gnarls Barkley and solo career.