Famous people and celebrities born in March 1956

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in March 1956! This month and year saw the birth of many influential figures who have made significant contributions to various fields, including entertainment, sports, politics, and more. Explore the biographies and achievements of these famous personalities and see how their talents have shaped the world. Join us in honoring the stars born in this memorable time.

• March 3 Zbigniew Boniek

  Legendary Polish footballer who played as a forward, known for his exceptional skills and success with Juventus and the Polish national team...

• March 5 Teena Marie

  Teena Marie was an American singer-songwriter and producer known for her distinctive soulful vocals, blending R&B, soul, and funk. She achieved success with multiple hit singles and albums, establishing herself as a pioneering artist in the male-dominated music industry of her era. [bio]

• March 7 Bryan Cranston

  Bryan Cranston is an Emmy Award-winning American actor, director, and producer, best known for his roles as Walter White in the acclaimed television series 'Breaking Bad' and Hal in 'Malcolm in the Middle'. He has received widespread recognition for his versatile performances in television, film, and theater, establishing himself as one of the most respected actors of his generation. [bio]

• March 8 John Kapelos

  John Kapelos is a Canadian actor best known for his supporting roles in popular films of the 1980s, particularly several John Hughes classics. [bio]

• March 9 Shashi Tharoor

  Prominent Indian politician, author, and former United Nations Under-Secretary-General known for his intellectual prowess and diplomatic...

• March 11 Rob Paulsen

  Rob Paulsen is an American voice actor and singer best known for his extensive work in animation, particularly for voicing characters such as Yakko Warner in 'Animaniacs,' Pinky in 'Pinky and the Brain,' and Raphael and Donatello in various 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' adaptations. [bio]

• March 12 Lesley Manville

  Lesley Manville is an acclaimed English actress known for her versatile performances on stage, film, and television. She is particularly recognized for her collaborations with director Mike Leigh and her role as Cyril Woodcock in the film 'Phantom Thread,' for which she received critical acclaim. [bio]

• March 12 Steve Harris (musician)

  Steve Harris is the legendary bassist and primary songwriter of the iconic heavy metal band Iron Maiden, widely considered one of the most...

• March 12 Dale Murphy

  Dale Murphy was a prominent Major League Baseball player for the Atlanta Braves, known for his exceptional performance and winning two...

• March 13 Dana Delany

  Dana Delany is an American actress known for her roles in television, film, and theater. She gained widespread recognition for her performance as Colleen McMurphy in the ABC television drama series 'China Beach' (1988–1991), for which she won two Primetime Emmy Awards. Delany has also starred in popular TV series such as 'Desperate Housewives' and 'Body of Proof.' [bio]

• March 13 Jamie Dimon

  Prominent American business executive serving as Chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase, one of the largest banks in the United States, known...

• March 14 Indu Malhotra

  First female judge appointed directly to the Supreme Court of India, known for her significant contributions to legal jurisprudence.

• March 15 Clay Matthews

  Legendary NFL linebacker who played for the Cleveland Browns and Green Bay Packers, known for his exceptional defensive skills and being...

• March 17 Patti Hansen

  Patti Hansen is an American model and actress, recognized for her work as a prominent fashion model in the 1970s and 1980s and for her roles in several films. She is also known for being married to Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards. [bio]

• March 18 Ingemar Stenmark

  Legendary Swedish alpine ski racer who dominated the sport in the late 1970s and early 1980s, holding the world record for most World Cup...

• March 19 Yegor Gaidar

  Russian politician and economist who served as first deputy prime minister.

• March 20 Naoto Takenaka

  Naoto Takenaka is a renowned Japanese actor, comedian, singer, and director known for his distinctive character roles in Japanese cinema and television. With a career spanning several decades, he is celebrated for his versatility and unique screen presence. [bio]

• March 20 Catherine Ashton

  Prominent British politician who served as the first High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy,...

• March 21 Ingrid Kristiansen

  Legendary Norwegian long-distance runner who set multiple world records and was a dominant force in marathon running during the 1980s.

• March 21 Ingrid Kristiansen in Norway marathon runner (Olympics-4th-1984

  Legendary Norwegian long-distance runner who set multiple world records and was a dominant force in marathon running during the 1980s.

• March 23 José Manuel Barroso

  José Manuel Barroso is a prominent Portuguese politician who served as the 11th President of the European Commission from 2004 to 2014,...

• March 24 Steve Ballmer

  Steve Ballmer is a prominent American business executive who served as Microsoft's CEO from 2000 to 2014, transforming the company during a...

• March 25 Matthew Garber

  Matthew Garber was an English child actor best known for his role as Michael Banks in Walt Disney's 'Mary Poppins' (1964). [bio]

• March 26 Park Won-soon

  Park Won-soon was a prominent South Korean lawyer and politician who served as the 35th mayor of Seoul until his tragic death in 2020, known...

• March 26 Charly McClain

  Charly McClain is an American country music singer known for her contributions to the genre during the 1980s, with several hit singles on...

• March 27 Nora Volkow

  Nora Volkow is a prominent Mexican-American neuroscientist who has led the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) since 2003, making...

• March 27 Giuseppe Tornatore

  Giuseppe Tornatore is an acclaimed Italian film director known for his artistic and emotionally rich cinema, with international recognition...

• March 29 Kurt Thomas

  Renowned American gymnast who was a world champion and Olympic team member, passed away in 2020.