Famous people and celebrities born on September 5

Welcome to our celebration of remarkable individuals born on September 5! 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.

• 1568 Tommaso Campanella

  Italian philosopher and poet known for his utopian work 'The City of the Sun'.

• 1901 Florence Eldridge

  Renowned Broadway actress known for her theatrical performances, particularly in 'Long Day's Journey into Night', who had a significant career in theater during the mid-20th century.

• 1905 Arthur Koestler

  Hungarian-British writer and journalist known for his influential anti-totalitarian novel 'Darkness at Noon'. He was a prominent intellectual who critically examined communist ideology and explored parapsychological research.

• 1912 John Cage

  John Cage was a pioneering avant-garde composer, artist, and philosopher who revolutionized 20th-century music through experimental techniques like chance operations and his famous work 4'33". He significantly influenced modern art, music, and performance practices.

• 1917 Hilary Mason

  Hilary Mason was a distinguished British character actress known for her distinctive roles in horror and dramatic films, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s.

• 1924 Riccardo Cucciolla

  Renowned Italian film actor who appeared in 60 films between 1953 and 1999. He won the Best Actor Award at the 1971 Cannes Film Festival for his role in 'Sacco e Vanzetti', a significant achievement in his career.

• 1927 Paul Volcker

  Paul Volcker was a prominent American economist and central banker who served as Chairman of the Federal Reserve from 1979 to 1987. He is widely credited with combating high inflation in the United States during the early 1980s through aggressive monetary policy. Volcker played a crucial role in stabilizing the US economy and is considered one of the most influential …

• 1929 Bob Newhart

  Legendary American comedian known for his deadpan, stammering comedy style who revolutionized stand-up comedy through his groundbreaking comedy albums in the early 1960s. He won a Grammy for 'The Button-Down Mind Strikes Back' and starred in popular television series. His unique comedic timing made him a comedy icon.

• 1937 Munich massacre

  A horrific terrorist attack during the 1972 Munich Olympics where Palestinian terrorists killed 11 Israeli athletes, marking a tragic moment in international sports history.

• 1939 George Lazenby

  George Lazenby is an Australian actor famous for being the only actor to play James Bond just once, in the 1969 film 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service'.

• 1940 Raquel Welch

  Iconic Hollywood sex symbol and actress who rose to fame in the 1960s and 1970s, known for her stunning beauty and memorable roles in films like 'One Million Years B.C.' and 'Myra Breckenridge'.

• 1942 Werner Herzog

  German screenwriter and producer of german actor

• 1946 Dennis Dugan

  American film director and actor known for comedy movies, particularly collaborations with Adam Sandler.

• 1946 Freddie Mercury

  Legendary lead singer of rock band Queen, known for extraordinary vocal range and flamboyant stage presence. Born in Zanzibar, he revolutionized rock music and became a global icon.

• 1946 Loudon Wainwright III

  Acclaimed American folk singer-songwriter known for witty, introspective lyrics and unique musical storytelling.

• 1951 Michael Keaton

  Michael Keaton is an acclaimed American actor known for his versatile roles in iconic films like Batman, Beetlejuice, and Birdman, winning critical acclaim and demonstrating remarkable range across comedy and drama.

• 1962 Shinya Yamanaka

  Nobel Prize-winning stem cell researcher who developed induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS cells), revolutionizing regenerative medicine.

• 1963 Kristian Alfonso

  Renowned American actress famous for her role as Hope Brady in the soap opera 'Days of Our Lives'. She was a junior Olympic figure skating champion and successful model who transitioned to a successful acting career.

• 1964 First Continental Congress

  A pivotal political assembly of colonial delegates that played a crucial role in the American Revolution, representing 12 of the 13 British colonies.

• 1973 Rose McGowan

  American actress and activist known for her role as Paige Matthews in the supernatural drama series 'Charmed' and her significant contributions to the #MeToo movement.

• 1975 Mark Ronson

  Grammy-winning record producer, DJ, and musician known for hit songs like 'Uptown Funk' and collaborations with numerous high-profile artists.

• 1976 Carice van Houten

  Carice van Houten is a prominent Dutch actress best known for her iconic role as Melisandre in the globally acclaimed HBO series Game of Thrones. She has also starred in numerous Dutch and international films, establishing herself as a versatile and talented performer.

• 1981 Beyonce Knowles

  Globally renowned singer, songwriter, actress, and cultural icon known for her groundbreaking music and performances.

• 1986 Brittany Furlan

  Brittany Furlan is a pioneering social media comedian who rose to fame through Vine and successfully transitioned to other digital platforms, becoming a notable internet personality.

• 1990 Yu-Na Kim

  Yu-na Kim is a South Korean former figure skater who won the gold medal in ladies' singles at the 2010 Winter Olympics, becoming a national sports icon.

• 1990 Kim Yu-Na

  Korean figure skater who won Olympic medals.

• 1990 James Bay

  James Bay is a British musician known for his distinctive voice and hit songs like 'Hold Back the River' and 'Let It Go', who has gained significant popularity in the indie rock and folk pop genres.