Famous people and celebrities born on May 17

Welcome to our celebration of remarkable individuals born on May 17! 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.

• 1886 Alfonso XIII

  Alfonso xiii (d. 1941).

• 1889 Dorothy Gibson

  American singer and actress (d. 1946).

• 1909 Magda Schneider

  German actress and singer in musicals and operatic films. she was the mother to actress romy schneider.

• 1911 Maureen O'Sullivan

  Maureen O'Sullivan was an Irish-American actress best known for playing Jane in the 'Tarzan' film series.

• 1919 Antonio Aguilar

  Mexican actor-screenwriter and producer of mexican singer-songwriters (d. 2007).

• 1926 Dietmar Schönherr

  Austrian-spanish actor, director, and screenwriter (d. 2014)

• 1936 Dennis Hopper

  American actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause". he played the role of rock hudson's son and elizabeth taylor's daughter in "giant" a year later. after dean died, hopper appeared to have taken in all the wild ways of his friend and had a difficult relationship and relationship with …

• 1940 Adel Imam

  Adel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.

• 1955 Bill Paxton

  American actor and filmmaker (b. 1955)

• 1956 Sugar Ray Leonard

  Sugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion. he is known for his speed, agility, and charismatic personality both inside and outside the ring.

• 1956 Bob Saget

  Bob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of america's funniest home videos.

• 1958 Paul Whitehouse

  Producer and screenwriter of welsh-english actors

• 1962 Craig Ferguson

  Scots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director. his comedy and musician career started in the uk. he was a versatile entertainer and hosted many television shows, including one on archaeology. in 1994, he immigrated to the usa and settled in los angeles. he was then naturalized as a citizen. he was offered a part on the drew carey show …

• 1964 David Eigenberg

  American actor

• 1965 Paige Turco

  American actress best known for her role in teenage mutant ninja turtles' april o'neil. she has been starring as abigail griffin since march 2014.

• 1965 Corrado Guzzanti

  Italian stage director who is dedicated to theater. sabina, his sister, was also a theater director and film producer. they both were well-known for their absurd satire.

• 1965 Trent Reznor

  American musician and lead singer of "nine inch nails". he was an extremely complex individual. his mom abused him for many years and he suffered from incest. many of the group's themes are dark s&m subjects.

• 1966 Hill Harper

  Hill harper is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like 'csi: ny' and 'the good doctor', as well as for his philanthropic work and best-selling books.

• 1967 Cameron Bancroft

  Actor (beverly hills 90210).

• 1971 Mark Williams

  Nfl linebacker (jacksonville jaguars).

• 1973 Sasha Alexander

  Sasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.

• 1974 Andrea Corr

  Irish actress and singer (the corrs), pianist and pianist

• 1984 Lena Waithe

  Lena waithe is an american actress, screenwriter, and producer, best known for her work on the television series 'master of none' and for creating the show 'the chi'.

• 1985 Derek Hough

  Derek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.

• 1985 Andrew Keenan-Bolger

  Andrew keenan-bolger is an american actor known for his work on broadway and in film and television.

• 1986 Jacob Zachar

  Jacob zachar is an american actor best known for his role as rusty cartwright on the tv series greek.

• 1988 Nikki Reed

  Nikki Reed is an American actress, model, and screenwriter, best known for her role as Rosalie Hale in the Twilight Saga film series.

• 1988 Karrueche Tran

  Karrueche tran is a model known for her work in the fashion industry and for her high-profile relationship with singer chris brown.

• 1989 Ross Butler

  Ross butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.

• 1990 Leven Rambin

  Leven Rambin is an American actress known for her roles in The Hunger Games and Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles.