Famous people and celebrities born in August 1967

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1967! 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.

• Aug. 1 José Padilha

  José Padilha is a Brazilian film director, producer, and screenwriter best known internationally for directing the critically acclaimed 'Elite Squad' films and the Netflix series 'Narcos'. [bio]

• Aug. 3 Mathieu Kassovitz

  Mathieu Kassovitz is a renowned French actor, director, producer, and screenwriter best known internationally for his film 'La Haine' and for roles in movies such as 'Amélie' and 'Munich.' He has been a significant figure in French cinema since the 1990s and has received numerous awards for his work as a filmmaker and performer. [bio]

• Aug. 6 Reid Hoffman

  Silicon Valley entrepreneur and venture capitalist who co-founded LinkedIn, a leading professional networking platform.

• Aug. 7 Charlotte Lewis

  Charlotte Lewis is a British actress best known for her roles in films during the 1980s and 1990s, notably as the lead female character in Roman Polanski's 'Pirates' and her performance in 'The Golden Child' alongside Eddie Murphy. [bio]

• Aug. 8 Rena Mero

  Rena Mero, widely known by her ring name Sable, is an American model, actress, and retired professional wrestler. She achieved mainstream popularity in the late 1990s as one of the most prominent female stars in World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) history, and also appeared in Playboy magazine. [bio]

• Aug. 8 Lee Unkrich

  Lee Unkrich is an American film director, editor, and screenwriter, best known for his work at Pixar Animation Studios where he directed and co-directed several Oscar-winning animated films. [bio]

• Aug. 8 Sable

  Professional wrestler known by her WWE stage name Sable, who became a major sex symbol and popular personality in professional wrestling...

• Aug. 10 Deion Sanders

  Legendary American athlete known for his exceptional performance in both professional football and baseball, nicknamed 'Prime Time'.

• Aug. 10 Riddick Bowe

  Riddick Bowe is a renowned American professional boxer who dominated the heavyweight division, winning the undisputed championship in the...

• Aug. 11 Collin Chou

  Collin Chou is a Taiwanese actor and martial artist, best known for his roles in martial arts and action films, particularly for portraying Seraph in 'The Matrix Reloaded' and 'The Matrix Revolutions.' Chou has also gained acclaim in Hong Kong cinema, frequently appearing in films alongside major action stars. [bio]

• Aug. 12 Joe Rogan

  Highly influential comedian, podcast host, UFC commentator, and media personality.

• Aug. 13 Byron Mann

  Byron Mann is a Hong Kong-American actor known for a diverse range of roles in both Hollywood and Asian cinema. He is recognized for performances in films such as 'The Man with the Iron Fists' and TV shows including 'Arrow' and 'Altered Carbon.' [bio]

• Aug. 15 Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh

  Controversial Indian spiritual leader of Dera Sacha Sauda, known for significant legal troubles including sexual abuse and murder...

• Aug. 19 Satya Nadella

  Satya Nadella is an Indian-American technology executive best known as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Microsoft. Since taking over as CEO in 2014, Nadella has led Microsoft's transformation with a focus on cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and digital strategy, helping to significantly grow the company's market value and global relevance. [bio]

• Aug. 19 Nandana Sen

  Nandana Sen is an Indian actress, screenwriter, children's author, and child-rights activist. She is known for her performances in international and Indian cinema and for her advocacy work in child protection. [bio]

• Aug. 19 Brian Michael Bendis

  Renowned American comic book writer and artist, known for his influential work with Marvel Comics and creating numerous iconic characters.

• Aug. 21 Carrie-Anne Moss

  Carrie-Anne Moss is a Canadian actress best known for her iconic role as Trinity in The Matrix film series. Her career spans film, television, and voice acting, and she has received critical acclaim for her performances in both action and dramatic roles. [bio]

• Aug. 21 Charb

  Stéphane Charbonnier, known as Charb, was the editor-in-chief of Charlie Hebdo who was tragically killed during the 2015 terrorist attack on...

• Aug. 21 Serj Tankian

  Serj Tankian is the lead vocalist of the Grammy Award-winning rock band System of a Down, known for his distinctive voice and political...

• Aug. 22 Ty Burrell

  Ty Burrell is an American actor and comedian, best known for his role as Phil Dunphy on the hit television series 'Modern Family.' He has received critical acclaim and multiple awards for his work in television and film. [bio]

• Aug. 22 Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje

  Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is an English actor, director, and former fashion model, best known for his roles in the television series 'Lost' and 'Oz,' as well as films such as 'The Mummy Returns,' 'Thor: The Dark World,' and 'Suicide Squad.' [bio]

• Aug. 22 Layne Staley

  Layne Staley was the lead vocalist of the influential grunge band Alice in Chains, known for his powerful and distinctive vocal style before...

• Aug. 25 Tom Hollander

  Tom Hollander is an acclaimed English actor known for his versatile roles in television, film, and stage. He has received critical praise for performances in works such as 'The Night Manager', 'In the Loop', and the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' film series. [bio]

• Aug. 25 Xavier Niel

  Prominent French entrepreneur who founded Iliad, co-owns Le Monde newspaper, and is a significant player in the telecommunications industry.

• Aug. 27 Ogie Alcasid

  Ogie Alcasid is a highly regarded Filipino singer-songwriter, television presenter, comedian, and actor known for his contributions to Original Pilipino Music (OPM) and his successful entertainment career spanning more than three decades. [bio]

• Aug. 31 Kenneth Oppel

  Kenneth Oppel is an acclaimed Canadian author renowned for his award-winning young adult fantasy and science fiction novels, including the...