Famous people and celebrities born in January 1960

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in January 1960! 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.

• Jan. 1 Val Kilmer

  Iconic Hollywood actor famous for roles in 'Top Gun', 'Batman Forever', and 'The Doors', known for his versatile acting skills.

• Jan. 2 Naoki Urasawa

  Renowned Japanese manga artist and author, famous for critically acclaimed works like 'Monster', '20th Century Boys', and 'Pluto', known for...

• Jan. 4 Michael Stipe

  Lead singer of influential alternative rock band R.E.

• Jan. 5 Glenn Strömberg

  Renowned Swedish footballer who later became a popular sportscaster, known for his significant contributions to Swedish football during the...

• Jan. 6 Howie Long

  Howie Long is a legendary NFL defensive lineman who played his entire 13-year career with the Oakland Raiders, earning a Super Bowl ring and...

• Jan. 6 Nigella Lawson

  Nigella Lawson is a renowned British food writer, television personality, and culinary expert known for her sensual and approachable cooking...

• Jan. 6 Paul Azinger

  Paul Azinger is a professional golfer known for his significant achievements, including winning the PGA Championship in 1993 and multiple...

• Jan. 7 Mohammad Javad Zarif

  Iranian diplomat and politician who served as Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran from 2013 to 2021, playing a significant role in...

• Jan. 10 Gurinder Chadha

  Renowned Kenyan-English film director, producer, and screenwriter known for films exploring cultural identity and diaspora experiences.

• Jan. 11 Stanley Tucci

  Renowned American actor, director, and producer known for versatile roles in films like 'The Devil Wears Prada', 'Spotlight', and 'Julie &...

• Jan. 11 Vicki Peterson in Los Angeles

  American musician and lead guitarist of the popular 1980s pop-rock band The Bangles, known for their hit song 'Walk Like an Egyptian'.

• Jan. 12 Oliver Platt

  Oliver Platt is a Canadian-born American actor known for his versatile performances across film, television, and stage. Renowned for his character roles, Platt has been a prominent figure in Hollywood since the late 1980s. [bio]

• Jan. 12 Dominique Wilkins

  NBA legend nicknamed 'The Human Highlight Film', renowned for his extraordinary dunking skills and scoring ability with the Atlanta Hawks.

• Jan. 13 Eric Betzig

  Eric Betzig is an American physicist and Nobel laureate who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2014 for developing super-resolved...

• Jan. 13 Matthew Bourne

  Matthew Bourne is a renowned English choreographer and director known for his innovative and groundbreaking contemporary dance productions,...

• Jan. 14 Virginia Postrel

  Virginia Postrel is a prominent American journalist, author, and commentator known for her insightful writings on economics, technology,...

• Jan. 15 Michelle Martin (criminal)

  Michelle Martin was a key figure in the notorious Dutroux child abduction and murder case in Belgium, serving as an accomplice to her...

• Jan. 16 Marco Furlan

  Italian serial killer who, together with Wolfgang Abel, committed multiple violent crimes including arson attacks on rehabilitation centers,...

• Jan. 16 Luis de Guindos

  Spanish politician who served as Minister of Economy and later became Vice President of the European Central Bank, playing a significant...

• Jan. 18 Mark Rylance

  Mark Rylance is an acclaimed English actor, theatre director, and playwright, known for his versatile performances on stage and screen. He gained international recognition for his work with Shakespeare's Globe Theatre and for his Academy Award-winning role in 'Bridge of Spies.' [bio]

• Jan. 20 Will Wright

  Will Wright is a legendary video game designer from Atlanta, Georgia, best known as the creator of groundbreaking simulation games SimCity...

• Jan. 20 Apa Sherpa

  Apa Sherpa is a renowned Nepalese mountaineer famous for summiting Mount Everest an extraordinary 19 times, making him one of the most...

• Jan. 22 Michael Hutchence

  Michael Hutchence was an Australian musician, singer-songwriter and the charismatic lead vocalist of the rock band INXS, known for his dynamic stage presence and distinctive voice. [bio]

• Jan. 23 Marie-Caroline Le Pen

  Marie-Caroline Le Pen is a prominent French far-right politician and a key member of the National Rally party, known for her influential...

• Jan. 26 Road Warrior Animal

  Legendary professional wrestler known for his iconic tag team performances and significant impact on wrestling entertainment during the...

• Jan. 28 John Galliano

  Renowned British fashion designer famous for his dramatic and innovative designs, who has worked with major fashion houses like Dior and...

• Jan. 29 Greg Louganis

  Greg Louganis is an American Olympic diver, widely regarded as one of the greatest in the sport's history. He is known for winning gold medals in both the 3-meter springboard and 10-meter platform events at the 1984 and 1988 Olympic Games, a rare feat in diving. Louganis is also recognized for his advocacy work as an openly gay athlete and … [bio]

• Jan. 29 Gia Carangi

  Pioneering supermodel of the early 1980s who became an iconic figure in fashion, tragically dying young from AIDS-related complications.

• Jan. 30 Gerald Finley

  Renowned Canadian opera singer with international acclaim, known for his exceptional baritone voice and performances in major opera houses...

• Jan. 31 Grant Morrison

  Influential Scottish comic book writer known for groundbreaking works in graphic novels, including critically acclaimed runs on Batman,...