Famous people and celebrities born in May 1979

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in May 1979! 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 4 Lance Bass

  Lance Bass is a famous American pop singer, best known as a member of the boy band NSYNC, who later became an actor, producer, and LGBTQ+ activist.

• May 5 Vincent Kartheiser

  Vincent Kartheiser is an American actor best known for his critically acclaimed role as Pete Campbell in the Emmy-winning television series Mad Men, which aired from 2007 to 2015.

• May 6 Gerd Kanter

  Olympic gold medalist and world-renowned Estonian discus thrower who competed at multiple international championships.

• May 9 Rosario Dawson

  Rosario Dawson is a prominent American actress known for her versatile roles in blockbuster films like 'Rent', 'Sin City', and 'Men in Black II'. She has established herself as a talented performer across multiple genres, from indie films to mainstream Hollywood productions.

• May 9 Pierre Bouvier

  Pierre Bouvier is a Canadian musician, best known as the bassist and vocalist of the pop-punk band Simple Plan. He has been a significant figure in the alternative rock scene since the early 2000s.

• May 10 Lee Hyori

  Lee Hyori is a prominent South Korean pop singer, actress, and television personality who rose to fame as a member of the iconic girl group Fin.K.L and later established a successful solo music career.

• May 13 Mickey Madden

  Mickey Madden is a bassist and founding member of the popular pop-rock band Maroon 5, known for their global hit songs.

• May 14 Mickaël Landreau

  Mickaël Landreau is a renowned French soccer goalkeeper who played for several top-tier clubs and represented the French national team with 11 international caps.

• May 14 Urijah Faber

  Urijah Faber is a legendary mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter and former UFC fighter who was instrumental in popularizing the bantamweight division.

• May 15 Dan Auerbach

  Renowned musician, guitarist and vocalist of The Black Keys.

• May 19 Andrea Pirlo

  Andrea Pirlo is a legendary Italian footballer known for his extraordinary midfield skills, exceptional passing ability, and vision, who played for Juventus, AC Milan, and the Italian national team.

• May 21 Scott Smith

  Canadian musician from the rock band Loverboy, active in the 1980s.

• May 22 Maggie Q

  Maggie Q is a prominent American actress of Vietnamese descent, known for her dynamic roles in action films and television series like 'Nikita' and 'Designated Survivor'. She has established herself as a notable figure in Hollywood action entertainment.

• May 24 Tracy McGrady

  NBA superstar who played for multiple teams, known for his exceptional scoring ability and being a seven-time NBA All-Star.

• May 24 Manuel Cortez

  Portuguese-German actor and photographer known for his work in film and visual arts.

• May 25 Carlos Bocanegra

  Prominent American soccer player who captained the US Men's National Team and played for several top European clubs, now working as a soccer executive.

• May 26 Elisabeth Harnois

  American actress known for roles in television series like 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation' and 'Point Pleasant'.

• May 26 Jonny Wilkinson

  Legendary English rugby player who led England to victory in the 2003 Rugby World Cup with his iconic drop goal, considered one of the greatest fly-halves in rugby history.

• May 28 Monica Keena

  Monica Keena is an American actress best known for her roles in the popular TV series Dawson's Creek and the horror film Freddy vs. Jason. She has been active in television and film since the late 1990s.

• May 28 Abdulaziz al-Omari

  Abdulaziz al-Omari was a Saudi Arabian terrorist who was one of the hijackers of American Airlines Flight 11 during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. He died during the attacks.

• May 29 Casey Sheehan

  US Army soldier who was killed in action in Sadr City, Iraq in 2004, posthumously awarded Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his sacrifice.

• May 30 Rie Kugimiya

  Renowned Japanese voice actress and singer, famous for her distinctive voice acting in anime and video games.

• May 30 Clint Bowyer

  Prominent NASCAR racing driver known for his competitive spirit and success in stock car racing.