Famous people and celebrities born on November 23

Welcome to our celebration of remarkable individuals born on November 23! 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.

• 1888 Harpo Marx

  American comedian, most well-known for his role as harpo, the mute and blond-wigged harpo of the nimble-witted marx brothers. his films included "monkey business", "horsefeathers," and "duck soup," his final film. he started his career in vaudeville before moving into comedy and films. his first broadway appearance in "i'll say she is" in 1924 was his first.

• 1899 Hoagy Carmichael

  Hoagy carmichael was an american composer known for writing and performing popular songs such as 'stardust' and 'georgia on my mind'.

• 1913 Benjamin Britten

  One of the most important British composers of the 20th century, known for his operas, orchestral works, and vocal compositions, including 'Peter Grimes' and 'War Requiem'.

• 1915 John Dehner

  Versatile character actor known for Western and television roles, with a notable career spanning multiple decades in film and TV.

• 1916 Michael Gough

  Renowned English actor known for his versatile roles in film and television, including appearances in Batman films and numerous stage productions.

• 1920 Paul Celan

  Renowned Romanian-French poet and translator, known for his profound Holocaust-related poetry and complex literary works that explore trauma and memory.

• 1923 Nadia Gray

  French-Romanian actress known for her roles in European cinema, particularly in comedic and provocative films of the 1950s and 1960s.

• 1924 Paula Raymond

  American actress and model who was active in mid-20th century Hollywood, known for her roles in various films.

• 1926 Sathya Sai Baba

  Renowned Indian spiritual leader and guru who founded the Sathya Sai Organization, dedicated to humanitarian and educational services worldwide.

• 1928 Jerry Bock

  Renowned Broadway composer best known for creating the iconic musical 'Fiddler on the Roof', a landmark work in musical theater history.

• 1930 Geeta Dutt

  Geeta Dutt was a legendary playback singer who significantly contributed to the golden era of Bollywood music, known for her melodious and versatile voice.

• 1934 Robert Towne

  Renowned American screenwriter, best known for his Oscar-winning screenplay for 'Chinatown' and significant contributions to Hollywood cinema.

• 1941 Franco Nero

  Renowned Italian actor famous for his roles in international cinema, particularly in Spaghetti Westerns and historical dramas. He gained international recognition for his performances in films like 'Django' and 'Camelot'.

• 1943 Billie Jean King

  Legendary tennis player and social activist who fought for gender equality in sports and society.

• 1944 James Toback

  Renowned American screenwriter and filmmaker known for provocative and controversial films exploring complex human psychology.

• 1945 Dennis Nilsen

  Notorious British serial killer who murdered at least 15 young men between 1978 and 1983, known for his gruesome dismemberment and preservation of victims' bodies. His crimes shocked the UK and revealed disturbing psychological pathologies.

• 1958 Jamie Lee Curtis

  Renowned Hollywood actress known for iconic roles in horror films like Halloween and comedy movies, daughter of Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh.

• 1959 Dominique Dunne

  Actress known for her role in 'Poltergeist' who tragically was murdered by her ex-boyfriend, becoming a symbol of domestic violence awareness.

• 1959 Maxwell Caulfield

  British-American actor famous for his roles in 'Grease 2' and 'The Boys Next Door', a notable performer in film and television during the 1980s.

• 1966 Vincent Cassel

  Renowned French actor from a prestigious acting family, Vincent Cassel began his artistic journey in circus school before becoming a prominent figure in French cinema. He gained international recognition with the groundbreaking film 'La Haine' and has since become one of France's most celebrated actors.

• 1967 Mark Ruffalo

  Acclaimed Hollywood actor known for his roles in Marvel films as the Hulk and in numerous critically acclaimed independent movies.

• 1969 Robin Padilla

  Robin Padilla is a prominent Filipino action movie star known for his tough-guy roles and significant influence in Philippine cinema during the 1990s and 2000s.

• 1978 Kayvan Novak

  British actor and comedian known for comedic roles in TV shows like 'Fonejacker' and 'Facejacker', and films such as 'Four Lions'.

• 1979 Kelly Brook

  English actress, model, and TV presenter known for her roles in entertainment media, particularly her appearance in the horror-comedy film 'Piranha 3D' from 2010.

• 1980 Ishmael Beah

  Ishmael Beah is a Sierra Leonean-American author and human rights activist who wrote the powerful memoir 'A Long Way Gone', detailing his traumatic experiences as a child soldier during the Sierra Leone civil war. His work has raised global awareness about the plight of child soldiers and the devastating impact of conflict on young lives.

• 1981 Ricky Whittle

  British actor known for his leading roles in popular TV series 'The 100' and critically acclaimed supernatural drama 'American Gods', where he portrayed the protagonist Shadow Moon.

• 1982 Asafa Powell

  Jamaican sprinter who held multiple world records in the 100 meters and was a prominent athlete in international track and field competitions during the early 2000s. He was a key figure in Jamaica's sprinting dominance and competed in multiple Olympic Games.

• 1984 Lucas Grabeel

  Lucas Grabeel is an American actor, singer, and songwriter best known for his role as Ryan Evans in the High School Musical franchise.

• 1992 Miley Cyrus

  Miley Cyrus is a globally recognized pop star and actress who rose to fame through Disney's Hannah Montana and later transitioned to a successful music career with hit songs and provocative performances.