Famous people and celebrities born in August 1980

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1980! 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 Sylvain Armand

  Professional French footballer who played as a defender, primarily for Rennes in Ligue 1 during his career.

• Aug. 3 Nadia Ali

  Nadia Ali is a Libyan-American singer-songwriter known for her influential work in electronic dance music, particularly with the group iio.

• Aug. 5 Jesse Williams

  American actor, director, and activist known for his role in Grey's Anatomy and social justice advocacy.

• Aug. 5 Wayne Bridge

  Professional English footballer who played for Chelsea, Manchester City, and the England national team.

• Aug. 6 Roman Weidenfeller

  Renowned German goalkeeper who played for Borussia Dortmund and the German national team, winning multiple championships.

• Aug. 8 Michael Urie

  Michael Urie is an American actor, director, and producer best known for his role as Marc St. James on the television series 'Ugly Betty.' He has earned acclaim for his performances on stage and screen, including notable appearances in theater productions and other TV series. [bio]

• Aug. 8 Shayna Baszler

  Professional mixed martial artist and WWE wrestler known as part of the 'Four Horsewomen' of MMA.

• Aug. 9 Charlie David

  Charlie David is a Canadian actor, writer, director, and producer, best known for his work in LGBTQ+ themed television, film, and media. He rose to prominence as the star and co-producer of the television series 'Dante's Cove.' [bio]

• Aug. 10 Wade Barrett

  Retired professional wrestler known for his prominent role in WWE and as the leader of the Nexus wrestling group.

• Aug. 11 Sébastien Squillaci

  French professional football player who played as a defender for several top-tier clubs including Arsenal, Lyon, and the French national...

• Aug. 12 Dominique Swain

  Dominique Swain is an American actress known primarily for her lead role in the 1997 film adaptation of 'Lolita' and for her appearance in the action film 'Face/Off'. She began her career as a child actress and soon became notable for her performances in both drama and genre films. [bio]

• Aug. 15 Samuel Roukin

  Samuel Roukin is an English actor and narrator, best known for his roles in television series such as "TURN: Washington's Spies" and for his work in film, television, and audiobooks. [bio]

• Aug. 16 Vanessa Carlton

  Vanessa Carlton is an American singer-songwriter and pianist best known for her 2002 debut single 'A Thousand Miles,' which became a major international hit and earned her Grammy nominations. Throughout her career, Carlton has released several albums and is recognized for her distinctive blend of pop and classical music influences. [bio]

• Aug. 16 Julien Absalon

  Julien Absalon is a legendary French mountain biker who won consecutive Olympic gold medals in cross-country mountain biking in 2004 and...

• Aug. 18 Esteban Cambiasso

  Renowned Argentinian footballer who played for top clubs like Inter Milan and the national team, known for his midfield skills.

• Aug. 19 Michael Todd

  Famous film producer known for the classic adventure film 'Around the World in 80 Days'.

• Aug. 23 Joanne Froggatt

  Joanne Froggatt is an English actress best known for her role as Anna Bates in the critically acclaimed television series 'Downton Abbey.' She has received numerous awards and nominations throughout her career, including a Golden Globe Award and several Primetime Emmy nominations. [bio]

• Aug. 24 Jackie Tohn

  Jackie Tohn is an American actress, musician, and presenter, best known for her role as Melanie 'MelRose' Rosen on the Netflix series 'GLOW.' She has also appeared on 'American Idol' and co-hosted the Netflix series 'Best Leftovers Ever!'. [bio]

• Aug. 24 Grégory Villemin

  A young French child who was tragically murdered at age 4, becoming the center of a notorious and unsolved criminal case that shocked...

• Aug. 26 Chris Pine

  Chris Pine is an American actor best known for his roles as James T. Kirk in the 'Star Trek' reboot film series and for leading roles in 'Wonder Woman,' 'Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit,' and various other films and TV projects. [bio]

• Aug. 26 Macaulay Culkin

  Macaulay Culkin is an American actor and musician, best known for his iconic childhood role as Kevin McCallister in the 'Home Alone' film series. He became one of the most successful child actors of the 1990s and has since appeared in various film, television, and music projects. [bio]

• Aug. 27 Neha Dhupia

  Neha Dhupia is an Indian actress and model best known for her work in Bollywood films and for winning the Femina Miss India title in 2002. [bio]

• Aug. 28 Carly Pope

  Carly Pope is a Canadian actress best known for her roles in television series such as 'Popular' and appearances in various films and TV movies. [bio]

• Aug. 28 Ryan Madson

  Professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball for teams like the Philadelphia Phillies and Kansas City Royals.

• Aug. 29 Nicholas Tse

  Nicholas Tse is a Hong Kong actor, singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. Known for his work in both the music and film industries, Tse has gained significant popularity in the Chinese-speaking world for his versatile talent and high-profile public presence. [bio]

• Aug. 29 William Levy

  William Levy is a Cuban-American actor and former model best known for his roles in Spanish-language telenovelas as well as his appearances in American television and film. He gained widespread recognition in Latin America and also made a successful crossover into English-language entertainment. [bio]

• Aug. 29 William Levy (actor)

  William levy is a cuban-american actor and former model, best known for his roles in telenovelas and his appearance on dancing with the...

• Aug. 29 David Desrosiers

  David Desrosiers is a Canadian musician best known as a member of the popular rock band Simple Plan.

• Aug. 31 Joe Budden

  Joe Budden is an influential American rapper, podcast host, and media personality known for his solo music career and popular podcast 'The...