Famous people and celebrities born in December 1958

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in December 1958! 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.

• Dec. 1 Candace Bushnell

  Candace Bushnell is an American author, journalist, and television producer best known for her column in The New York Observer that served as the basis for her bestselling book 'Sex and the City,' which inspired the iconic HBO television series of the same name. [bio]

• Dec. 1 Charlene Tilton

  Charlene Tilton is an American actress and singer best known for her role as Lucy Ewing on the long-running CBS television soap opera 'Dallas.' She is recognized for her charismatic presence and was a prominent television star in the late 1970s and 1980s. [bio]

• Dec. 2 George Saunders

  George Saunders is an acclaimed American writer known for his short stories, essays, novellas, and children's books. His work often features inventive language, satire, and explorations of morality and society. Saunders rose to public prominence with his award-winning short story collections and has received numerous accolades, including the Man Booker Prize. [bio]

• Dec. 5 Dynamite Kid

  Thomas Billington, known as Dynamite Kid, was a highly influential British professional wrestler famous for his innovative and high-flying...

• Dec. 6 Nick Park

  Acclaimed British animator, best known for creating Wallace and Gromit and working with Aardman Animations.

• Dec. 7 Edd Hall

  Edd Hall is an American television announcer, actor, and voiceover artist, best known as the announcer for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno from 1992 to 2004. [bio]

• Dec. 7 Rick Rude

  Rick Rude was a famous American professional wrestler known for his charismatic persona and impressive physique, who was a prominent figure...

• Dec. 9 Raja Gosnell

  Raja Gosnell is an American film director and editor best known for directing popular family and comedy films, including the 'Scooby-Doo' live-action movies, 'Home Alone 3,' and the 'Smurfs' films. [bio]

• Dec. 10 Cornelia Funke

  Renowned German-American children's book author famous for fantasy novels like 'Inkheart' and 'Dragon Rider'.

• Dec. 10 Tara Sutphen

  American mystic and occult researcher specializing in psychic sciences like automatic writing, palmistry, and handwriting analysis.

• Dec. 11 Nikki Sixx

  Nikki Sixx is an American musician, songwriter, and radio host, best known as the co-founder, bassist, and primary songwriter of the heavy metal band Mötley Crüe. He has also been a member of other bands such as Sixx:A.M. and has authored several books. [bio]

• Dec. 13 Lynn-Holly Johnson

  Lynn-Holly Johnson is an American actress and professional figure skater, best known for her roles in the films 'Ice Castles' (1978) and the James Bond film 'For Your Eyes Only' (1981). She began her career as a competitive figure skater before transitioning to acting. [bio]

• Dec. 13 Clark Brandon

  Clark Brandon is an American actor, director, and screenwriter best known for his roles in several television series in the late 1970s and 1980s, as well as his work behind the camera as a director and writer. [bio]

• Dec. 14 Bruno Gaccio

  French comedy writer and television producer famous for creating 'Les Guignols de l'Info', a satirical puppet show on Canal+ that was highly...

• Dec. 16 Bart Oates

  NFL center who played for the New York Giants and San Francisco 49ers, also a lawyer with a distinguished professional football career.

• Dec. 17 Mike Mills

  Mike Mills is an American musician and songwriter, best known as the bassist, backing vocalist, and founding member of the alternative rock band R.E.M. He contributed to the band's harmonic style and is recognized for composing several of their popular songs. [bio]

• Dec. 23 Joan Severance

  Joan Severance is an American actress and former fashion model, widely known for her work in both television and film during the late 1980s and 1990s. She gained prominence through roles in movies such as 'See No Evil, Hear No Evil' and for her appearances in music videos and modeling campaigns. [bio]

• Dec. 24 Anil Kapoor

  Anil Kapoor is an acclaimed Indian actor and producer who has appeared in over 100 Hindi-language films, as well as international projects. Renowned for his versatility and career spanning more than four decades, Kapoor is regarded as one of Bollywood's most enduring and talented stars. [bio]

• Dec. 25 Rickey Henderson

  Rickey Henderson is a retired American Major League Baseball (MLB) left fielder, widely regarded as one of the greatest leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball history. Over a 25-season career, he played for teams including the Oakland Athletics, New York Yankees, and others, and holds the MLB records for career stolen bases, runs, and leadoff home runs. [bio]

• Dec. 25 Alannah Myles

  Canadian rock singer-songwriter best known for her iconic hit 'Black Velvet', a tribute to Elvis Presley that won her a Grammy Award in...

• Dec. 26 Adrian Newey

  Renowned Formula One car designer widely considered the most successful automotive engineer in motorsport history, responsible for multiple...

• Dec. 27 Barbara Crampton

  Barbara Crampton is an American actress and producer best known for her work in horror films, particularly throughout the 1980s and later resurgence as a genre icon. She has appeared in classics such as 'Re-Animator' and 'From Beyond,' becoming a celebrated figure in cult and independent cinema. [bio]

• Dec. 28 Terry Butcher

  Legendary English footballer and manager, known for his successful career in football and notable defensive skills.

• Dec. 30 Pedro Costa

  Renowned Portuguese film director, screenwriter, and cinematographer known for artistic and critically acclaimed documentaries.

• Dec. 30 Steven Smith

  NASA astronaut and aerospace engineer with significant contributions to space exploration.

• Dec. 31 Bebe Neuwirth

  Bebe Neuwirth is an American actress, singer, and dancer, best known for her roles as Dr. Lilith Sternin on the television sitcoms 'Cheers' and 'Frasier', as well as her award-winning performances on Broadway. [bio]