Famous people and celebrities born in 2008
We celebrate the remarkable individuals born in 2008. This year gave rise to a new generation of talent, including actors, musicians, athletes, politicians and more who have significantly impacted our world. Dive into the stories of these famous personalities, explore their journeys, and see how they've shaped culture and society since their birth year. Join us as we take a nostalgic trip back to 2008 and honor the stars who continue to shine brightly today.
- Jan. 26 Paul the Octopus
Famous octopus who gained worldwide fame for seemingly predicting the outcomes of FIFA World Cup 2010 matches by choosing between two food containers with national flags.
- June 7 Coco Quinn
Coco Quinn is a young social media personality and dancer who gained fame through her appearances on the reality TV show Dance Moms and her popular YouTube channel featuring dance performances and personal vlogs.
- July 12 Knox Léon Jolie Pitt
Knox Léon Jolie-Pitt is one of the twin children of Hollywood power couple Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, born in 2008 as part of their large, internationally recognized family.
- July 12 Vivienne Marcheline Jolie Pitt
Vivienne Marcheline Jolie-Pitt is one of the twin children of Hollywood power couple Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, born in 2008 as part of their large, internationally recognized family.
- Nov. 26 Terrorist Mumbai
The 2008 Mumbai terror attacks were a series of coordinated terrorist attacks by Lashkar-e-Taiba militants from Pakistan, targeting multiple locations in Mumbai, including the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. The attacks lasted 60 hours, killing 195 people and wounding 300, marking one of the most significant terrorist incidents in India's history.
What happened in 2008?
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