Famous people and celebrities born on December 6

Welcome to our celebration of remarkable individuals born on December 6! On this day, we recognize the birth of various influential celebrities who have left their mark on the world. From acclaimed actors and musicians to groundbreaking athletes and leaders, explore the lives and achievements of those who share this special birthday. Join us in honoring these stars and discovering the impact they've made across diverse fields.

• 1887 Lynn Fontanne

  English actress (b. 1887)

• 1900 Agnes Moorehead

  Renowned American actress famous for her iconic role as Endora in the 1960s TV comedy 'Bewitched'. She was a versatile performer with a career spanning stage, radio, film, and television, earning four Oscar nominations for Best Supporting Actress.

• 1901 Walt Disney

  Legendary animator, entrepreneur, and pioneer of the American animation industry, founder of Walt Disney Company and creator of iconic characters like Mickey Mouse.

• 1901 Werner Heisenberg

  Renowned German theoretical physicist who made fundamental contributions to quantum mechanics and was a key figure in the development of quantum theory.

• 1904 Elissa Landi

  Italian actress and writer who was prominent on stage and in film, having also authored three novels.

• 1920 Dave Brubeck

  Legendary jazz pianist and composer who revolutionized the genre with innovative time signatures and complex rhythms. His quartet, featuring Paul Desmond, created iconic works like 'Take Five' that became jazz standards. Brubeck was a pivotal figure in popularizing jazz as a sophisticated art form.

• 1924 Wally Cox

  Wally Cox was a versatile American comedian and actor best known for his role as Mr. Peepers on television. He was a multi-talented performer who spoke seven languages and co-authored a juvenile novel, while also being a regular host on Hollywood Squares from 1966 to 1973.

• 1927 Bhumibol Adulyadej

  King of Thailand who reigned from 1946 to 2016, widely revered as a unifying figure and considered the most important monarch in modern Thai history.

• 1927 Patsy Mink

  Pioneering congresswoman who was a key architect of Title IX, breaking significant barriers for women and minorities in American politics by becoming the first woman of color elected to the United States Congress.

• 1929 Nikolaus Harnoncourt

  Nikolaus Harnoncourt was a renowned Austrian conductor and cellist who revolutionized the performance of early music. He was a leading figure in the historically informed performance movement, bringing new insights to Baroque and Classical repertoire. His interpretations profoundly influenced classical music performance practices.

• 1931 Zeki Müren

  Zeki Müren was a legendary Turkish classical music singer, actor, and cultural icon who significantly influenced Turkish art music and entertainment during the mid-20th century.

• 1932 Don King in Cleveland

  Legendary boxing promoter from Cleveland, Ohio, famous for managing iconic boxers like Muhammad Ali, Sugar Ray Leonard, and Mike Tyson.

• 1938 Patrick Bauchau

  Belgian actor and psychoanalyst known for his roles in Eric Rohmer's 'La Collectionneuse', James Bond film 'A View to a Kill', and the Ray Charles biopic. He has also appeared in 'Universal Soldier' with Jean-Claude Van Damme.

• 1941 Vittorio Mezzogiorno

  Italian actor known for his role in 'Cafe Express', who passed away at 52 from heart failure.

• 1942 Peter Handke

  Renowned Austrian writer and Nobel Prize in Literature laureate, known for his avant-garde plays and controversial political stances. He revolutionized modern theater with provocative works that challenged traditional dramatic conventions.

• 1945 Shekhar Kapur

  Renowned Indian film director, known for critically acclaimed movies like 'Elizabeth' and 'Mr. India'. A prominent figure in Bollywood and international cinema.

• 1946 Jose Carreras

  José Carreras is a world-renowned Spanish tenor, one of the famous Three Tenors alongside Plácido Domingo and Luciano Pavarotti. He is known for his exceptional operatic performances and his successful battle against leukemia, which led him to establish a foundation supporting cancer research.

• 1948 JoBeth Williams

  Acclaimed American actress known for her roles in films like 'Poltergeist' and 'Kramer vs. Kramer', with a significant career in Hollywood during the 1980s.

• 1953 Tom Hulce

  American actor known for his roles in 'Amadeus' and 'Animal House', winning an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Mozart.

• 1956 Randy Rhoads

  Legendary heavy metal guitarist known for his groundbreaking work with Quiet Riot and Ozzy Osbourne. He revolutionized rock guitar playing before his tragic death in a plane crash at age 25. His innovative style continues to influence guitarists worldwide.

• 1959 Satoru Iwata

  Legendary Nintendo president and game developer who transformed the company's strategy and was known for his innovative leadership and programming skills.

• 1962 Janine Turner

  Janine Turner is an American actress best known for her starring role in the critically acclaimed TV series 'Northern Exposure', which aired from 1990 to 1995 and earned her significant recognition.

• 1963 Ulrich Thomsen

  Danish actor and producer known for international film and television roles.

• 1967 Judd Apatow

  Prominent American film director, producer, and screenwriter known for influential comedy films like 'The 40-Year-Old Virgin' and 'Knocked Up'.

• 1969 Torri Higginson

  Canadian actress known for her roles in television series, particularly in science fiction productions.

• 1977 Andrew Flintoff

  Legendary English cricketer known for his exceptional all-round skills and charismatic playing style, who was a key member of the England national cricket team during the early 2000s.

• 1988 Larry Bourgeois

  Professional dancer known as part of the Les Twins dance duo with his twin brother Laurent.

• 1988 Ravindra Jadeja

  Renowned Indian cricketer who plays for the Indian national team and Chennai Super Kings, known for exceptional all-round skills in batting, bowling, and fielding.

• 1994 Giannis Antetokounmpo

  NBA superstar for the Milwaukee Bucks, known as the 'Greek Freak' for his extraordinary basketball skills, multiple-time MVP, and NBA champion who revolutionized the power forward position.

• 1996 Stefanie Scott

  American actress known for her roles in Disney Channel productions and independent films, with a career spanning television and cinema.