Famous people and celebrities born in February 1961

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 1961! 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.

• Feb. 1 Daniel M. Tani

  NASA astronaut who flew on Space Shuttle missions STS-108 and STS-120, completing two spacewalks and spending over 130 days in space.

• Feb. 1 Gabrielle Carteris in Phoenix

  American actress best known for her role as Andrea Zuckerman in the popular TV series Beverly Hills, 90210.

• Feb. 2 Lauren Lane

  Lauren Lane is an American television and stage actress best known for her role as C.C. Babcock on the popular sitcom 'The Nanny.' [bio]

• Feb. 4 Denis Savard

  Legendary Canadian ice hockey player and coach who spent most of his career with the Chicago Blackhawks, known for his exceptional skating...

• Feb. 5 Tim Meadows

  Tim Meadows is an American actor, comedian, and writer, best known for his long-running tenure on Saturday Night Live (SNL), where he became one of the show's longest-serving cast members. He has also appeared in numerous television shows and films, often in comedic roles. [bio]

• Feb. 6 Florence Aubenas

  French journalist known for her courageous reporting and her dramatic hostage experience in Iraq in 2005, where she was held captive for six...

• Feb. 8 Vince Neil

  Vince Neil is the iconic lead vocalist of the legendary heavy metal band Mötley Crüe, known for his energetic performances and distinctive...

• Feb. 8 Bruce Timm

  Bruce Timm is a renowned animator and producer who revolutionized animated superhero storytelling through his groundbreaking work on...

• Feb. 9 John Kruk

  John Kruk was a prominent first baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies during the 1980s and early 1990s.

• Feb. 10 George Stephanopoulos

  George Stephanopoulos is an American television host, political commentator, and former political advisor, best known as the chief anchor and political correspondent for ABC News. He previously served as White House Communications Director and Senior Advisor for Policy and Strategy under President Bill Clinton. [bio]

• Feb. 10 Alexander Payne

  Alexander Payne is an acclaimed American film director, screenwriter, and producer, best known for his work on satirical and character-driven films. His movies are celebrated for their dark humor, social commentary, and strong performances. [bio]

• Feb. 11 Carey Lowell

  Carey Lowell is an American actress and former model best known for her role as Assistant District Attorney Jamie Ross on the television series 'Law & Order' and as Bond girl Pam Bouvier in the James Bond film 'Licence to Kill' (1989). [bio]

• Feb. 11 Rajat Kapoor

  Rajat Kapoor is an Indian actor, writer, and director known for his work in independent and mainstream Hindi cinema. Active since the late 1980s, he is noted for his versatile roles and contribution to the parallel cinema movement in India, as well as for directing and acting in critically acclaimed films. [bio]

• Feb. 13 Henry Rollins

  Henry Rollins is an American singer, songwriter, spoken word artist, actor, and writer, best known as the frontman of the influential punk rock band Black Flag and for his solo musical project, Rollins Band. He is also recognized for his activism, writing, acting, and spoken word performances. [bio]

• Feb. 14 Daria Bignardi

  A prominent Italian journalist and television host known for hosting the Italian version of 'Big Brother'.

• Feb. 16 Andy Taylor

  Andy Taylor is a British guitarist and founding member of the iconic new wave band Duran Duran, known for their significant contribution to...

• Feb. 19 Benoît Chamoux

  Renowned French mountain climber and adventurer who tragically disappeared while attempting to summit Kangchenjunga, his 20th Himalayan...

• Feb. 21 Christopher Atkins

  Christopher Atkins is an American actor best known for his role as Richard Lestrange in the 1980 film 'The Blue Lagoon'. He gained significant attention for his debut in this controversial coming-of-age romantic drama, which established him as a teen idol in the early 1980s. [bio]

• Feb. 21 Chuck Palahniuk

  Acclaimed American novelist and journalist, best known for his groundbreaking novel 'Fight Club', which was later adapted into a cult film.

• Feb. 21 Ranking Roger

  English musician and vocalist of the band The Beat (known as The English Beat in the US), influential in the ska and new wave scenes of the...

• Feb. 23 Kelly Hansen

  Kelly Hansen is an American rock musician, best known as the lead vocalist of the band Foreigner since 1991, replacing Lou Gramm.

• Feb. 24 Erna Solberg

  Norwegian politician who served as Prime Minister of Norway from 2013 to 2021, leader of the Conservative Party.

• Feb. 24 Ellen Stofan

  Prominent scientist and former NASA Chief Scientist known for her research and leadership in planetary science.

• Feb. 25 Ricky Gervais

  Internationally renowned British comedian, writer, actor, and director who revolutionized comedy with 'The Office' and created...

• Feb. 26 Virginie Lemoine

  Virginie Lemoine is a French actress and comedian known for her work in radio and television.

• Feb. 27 James Worthy

  James Worthy is a legendary NBA Hall of Fame forward who played his entire professional career with the Los Angeles Lakers, known for his...

• Feb. 28 Rae Dawn Chong

  Rae Dawn Chong is a Canadian-American actress known for her work in film and television. She gained prominence in the 1980s for roles in notable films such as 'Quest for Fire' and 'Commando.' [bio]

• Feb. 28 René Simard

  Canadian singer and television host who was a popular teen idol in Quebec during the 1970s and 1980s.