Famous people and celebrities born in October 1978

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in October 1978! 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.

• Oct. 2 Ayumi Hamasaki

  Renowned Japanese pop singer, actress, and record producer who is considered one of the most successful and influential artists in Japanese music history.

• Oct. 3 Shannyn Sossamon

  Versatile American artist known for her roles in films like 'A Knight's Tale' and 'Wayward Pines', with talents spanning acting, dancing, and music.

• Oct. 5 James Valentine

  James Valentine is an American musician best known as the lead guitarist for the Grammy-winning pop rock band Maroon 5.

• Oct. 6 Ricky Hatton

  Professional boxer from Manchester, known for his successful career in light welterweight and welterweight divisions, with notable fights against Floyd Mayweather and Kostya Trunov.

• Oct. 6 Liu Yang

  First Chinese woman to travel to space, selected as a crew member of the Shenzhou 9 mission in 2012, representing a significant milestone in China's space exploration program.

• Oct. 6 Carolina Gynning

  Swedish media personality who rose to fame through reality TV, later becoming a successful model, actress, and television host with significant influence in Scandinavian entertainment.

• Oct. 7 Zaheer Khan

  Legendary Indian fast bowler who was a crucial part of India's cricket team, known for his exceptional pace and swing bowling.

• Oct. 7 Alesha Dixon

  British pop singer, former member of Mis-Teeq, successful solo artist, and television personality known for her work on talent shows.

• Oct. 10 Jodi Lyn O'Keefe

  Jodi Lyn O'Keefe is an American actress known for her prominent roles in television series like 'Prison Break' and the teen comedy film 'She's All That'. She has established herself as a recognizable actress in both TV and film.

• Oct. 13 Jermaine O'Neal

  Jermaine O'Neal was a prominent NBA power forward who played for multiple teams, most notably the Indiana Pacers, and was a six-time NBA All-Star. He was known for his strong inside game and defensive skills during the early to mid-2000s. O'Neal was a key player in transforming the Pacers into a competitive Eastern Conference team.

• Oct. 14 Usher (entertainer)

  Usher Raymond is a multi-platinum R&B and pop artist who has won multiple Grammy Awards and significantly influenced contemporary music since the late 1990s.

• Oct. 15 Devon Gummersall

  American actor known for roles in 'My So-Called Life' and 'Relativity', popular television series from the 1990s.

• Oct. 15 Wes Moore

  Prominent American politician, author, and current Governor of Maryland, known for his diverse professional background.

• Oct. 15 Kathleen Rubins

  NASA astronaut who has conducted scientific research and space missions.

• Oct. 17 Erin Karpluk

  Canadian television actress known for her roles in popular TV series like 'Being Erica' and 'Rookie Blue'.

• Oct. 17 Pablo Iglesias Turrión

  Spanish politician who was the founding leader and general secretary of the left-wing political party Podemos from 2014 to 2021.

• Oct. 18 Jyothika Saravanan

  Jyothika Saravanan is a prominent Indian actress known for her significant contributions to Tamil cinema, with a career spanning multiple critically acclaimed films.

• Oct. 18 Mike Tindall

  Mike Tindall is an English rugby union player who gained additional public recognition through his marriage to Zara Phillips, a member of the British royal family.

• Oct. 21 Virender Sehwag

  Legendary Indian cricket batsman known for his aggressive batting style and being one of the most destructive opening batsmen in international cricket history.

• Oct. 21 Will Estes

  American actor best known for his role in the TV series 'Blue Bloods' as Jamie Reagan, a New York City police officer from a prominent law enforcement family.

• Oct. 21 Henrik Klingenberg

  Finnish progressive metal keyboardist known for his work with bands Sonata Arctica and Silent Voices, recognized for his technical keyboard skills and contributions to the symphonic metal genre.

• Oct. 26 CM Punk

  Professional wrestler and mixed martial artist known for his groundbreaking career in WWE and later UFC, with significant impact in professional wrestling culture.

• Oct. 27 Stephanie Abrams

  Stephanie Abrams is a prominent meteorologist and on-air personality for The Weather Channel, known for her expertise in weather forecasting and communication.

• Oct. 27 Vanessa-Mae

  Vanessa-Mae is a world-renowned violinist and Olympic skier, known for her unique fusion of classical music and contemporary styles, and her participation in the Winter Olympics.

• Oct. 28 Justin Guarini

  American Idol runner-up and pop singer who gained national fame through the first season of the popular TV singing competition in 2002.

• Oct. 28 Gwendoline Christie

  Renowned English actress famous for her role as Brienne of Tarth in HBO's Game of Thrones and appearances in Star Wars sequel trilogy.

• Oct. 30 Matthew Morrison

  Matthew Morrison is an American actor, singer, and dancer, best known for his role as Will Schuester on the popular television show Glee, which aired from 2009 to 2015.

• Oct. 31 Martin Verkerk

  Professional Dutch tennis player known for his performances in international tennis tournaments.