Famous people and celebrities born in May 1977

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in May 1977! 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 3 Eric Church

  Prominent American country music singer-songwriter known for his rebellious style and hit albums like Chief, which earned him significant critical acclaim.

• May 3 Ryan Dempster

  Canadian professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball for multiple teams, including the Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox, and later became a sports broadcaster.

• May 3 Hiro Mashima

  Renowned Japanese manga artist famous for creating popular manga series like Rave Master and Fairy Tail, which have gained international recognition and anime adaptations.

• May 4 Emily Perkins

  Canadian actress known for her roles in television and film, particularly in horror and independent productions.

• May 4 Tyronn Lue

  NBA coach and former professional basketball player, known for coaching the Cleveland Cavaliers and winning an NBA championship.

• May 5 Virginie Efira

  Belgian actress and TV presenter known for her work on 'Nouvelle Star', a popular talent show that discovers new singing talents. She began her career with Belgian TV channel RTL in 1998 and has since become a prominent media personality in France.

• May 6 Mark Eaton

  Professional basketball player for the Utah Jazz known for his exceptional defensive skills and being one of the tallest players in NBA history.

• May 11 Armel Le Cléac'h

  Renowned French sailor who twice finished second in the prestigious Vendée Globe solo sailing competition, demonstrating exceptional maritime skill and endurance.

• May 11 Amanda Borden

  Olympic gold medalist gymnast who was part of the famous 'Magnificent Seven' U.S. women's gymnastics team that won gold at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.

• May 11 Victor Matfield

  Legendary South African rugby player who was a key figure in the national team, later transitioning to coaching and sports broadcasting.

• May 12 Maryam Mirzakhani

  Renowned Iranian mathematician and the first woman to win the prestigious Fields Medal in mathematics.

• May 13 Samantha Morton

  Acclaimed English actress known for powerful performances in 'Sweet and Lowdown' and 'In America'.

• May 13 Neil Hopkins

  American screenwriter and film producer working in the entertainment industry.

• May 13 Pusha T

  Prominent American rapper known for his influential hip-hop music and collaborations.

• May 14 Roy Halladay

  Legendary Major League Baseball pitcher who played for the Toronto Blue Jays and Philadelphia Phillies, posthumously inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

• May 14 Sophie Anderton

  English glamour model and reality TV personality known for her appearances in magazines and television shows.

• May 16 Melanie Lynskey

  Melanie Lynskey is a critically acclaimed New Zealand actress known for her versatile roles in independent films like 'Heavenly Creatures' and popular TV shows such as 'Two and a Half Men'.

• May 16 Lynn Collins

  Lynn Collins is an American actress recognized for her prominent role as Dejah Thoris in the science fiction film 'John Carter', based on Edgar Rice Burroughs' classic novel.

• May 19 Natalia Oreiro

  Natalia Oreiro is a renowned Uruguayan actress and singer who gained international fame through Latin American telenovelas and her successful music career, particularly popular in Latin America and Eastern Europe.

• May 20 Matt Czuchry

  Prominent American actor best known for his starring roles in popular TV series 'Gilmore Girls' and 'The Good Wife'.

• May 20 Angela Goethals

  American actress known for her roles in 'VI Warshawski' and 'Heartbreak Hotel', with a notable career in film and television.

• May 22 Jean-Christophe Péraud

  A professional French cyclist who achieved remarkable success, notably finishing 2nd in the 2014 Tour de France and winning an Olympic silver medal in Beijing. His career was marked by resilience, notably continuing to compete despite significant injuries during races.

• May 23 Ilia Kulik

  Ilia Kulik is a renowned Russian figure skater who won the gold medal in men's singles at the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano, Japan, marking a significant achievement in his competitive skating career.

• May 25 Alberto Del Rio

  Professional wrestler and mixed martial artist known for his performances in WWE and other wrestling promotions, with a significant career in professional wrestling.

• May 26 Luca Toni

  Renowned Italian footballer who won the 2006 FIFA World Cup with Italy and was a prolific striker for clubs like Fiorentina, Bayern Munich, and Juventus.

• May 28 Elisabeth Hasselbeck

  American television personality and political commentator best known for her long-standing role as a co-host on the popular daytime talk show 'The View'. She was also a former contestant on 'Survivor' and later worked as a host on Fox News.

• May 31 Eric Christian Olsen

  American actor known for roles in TV series like NCIS: Los Angeles and comedy films.