Famous people and celebrities born in 1996

We celebrate the remarkable individuals born in 1996. This year gave rise to a new generation of talent, including actors, musicians, athletes, politicians and more who have significantly impacted our world. Dive into the stories of these famous personalities, explore their journeys, and see how they've shaped culture and society since their birth year. Join us as we take a nostalgic trip back to 1996 and honor the stars who continue to shine brightly today.

Jan. 6 Courtney Eaton
Courtney Eaton is an Australian actress and model known for her breakout roles in Hollywood films such as 'Mad Max: Fury Road' and the thriller 'Gods of Egypt.' Eaton has also gained recognition for her television work, including the Showtime series 'Yellowjackets.' [bio]
Jan. 15 Dove Cameron
Dove Cameron is an American actress and singer, best known for her roles in the Disney Channel series 'Liv and Maddie' and the 'Descendants' film franchise. She has also found success as a solo pop artist and stage performer. [bio]
Jan. 25 Calum Hood
Calum Hood is a prominent bassist and founding member of the internationally successful Australian pop rock band 5 Seconds of Summer (5SOS),...
Jan. 31 Joel Courtney
Joel Courtney is an American actor best known for his lead role as Joe Lamb in the science fiction film 'Super 8' (2011) and as Lee Flynn in the popular Netflix film series 'The Kissing Booth.' [bio]
Feb. 3 Taylor Caniff
Taylor Caniff is an internet personality who rose to fame through Vine and YouTube, creating comedic content and vlogs that attracted a...
Feb. 6 Rickey Thompson
Rickey Thompson is a popular social media personality known for his comedic and entertaining short-form video content on platforms like Vine...
Feb. 17 Sasha Pieterse
Sasha Pieterse is a South African-born American actress, singer-songwriter, and model, best known for her role as Alison DiLaurentis in the television series "Pretty Little Liars." [bio]
Feb. 21 Sophie Turner (actress)
Sophie Turner is a renowned British actress who rose to international fame for her portrayal of Sansa Stark in the critically acclaimed HBO...
March 5 Taylor Marie Hill
Taylor Marie Hill is a prominent American fashion model who has worked extensively with Victoria's Secret and appeared in numerous...
March 6 Novartis
Major pharmaceutical company formed by the merger of Ciba-Geigy and Sandoz in 1996, becoming one of the world's largest pharmaceutical...
March 15 Connor Ball
Connor Ball is a British bassist and member of the popular pop rock band The Vamps, known for their successful music career and...
March 18 Madeline Carroll
Madeline Carroll is an American actress best known for her roles in films such as 'Flipped' and 'Swing Vote,' as well as for her appearances in various television series. Starting her career as a child actress, she has gained recognition for her performances and continues to work in television and film. [bio]
March 26 Kathryn Bernardo
Kathryn Bernardo is a Filipino actress and recording artist best known for her prominent roles in Filipino television series and films. She rose to fame as a lead actress in top-rated dramas and has become one of the most popular and influential celebrities in the Philippines. [bio]
April 14 Abigail Breslin
Abigail Breslin is an American actress and singer who rose to fame as a child star, most notably for her Academy Award-nominated performance in 'Little Miss Sunshine' (2006). She has since worked in a variety of film and television projects, earning acclaim for her versatility and talent. [bio]
April 16 Anya Taylor-Joy
Anya Taylor-Joy is an award-winning British-Argentine actress known for her versatile roles in film and television, including prominent performances in 'The Queen's Gambit', 'The Witch', and 'Emma.' Her work has earned her widespread acclaim and several major awards. [bio]
April 29 Katherine Langford
Katherine Langford is an Australian actress best known for her breakthrough role as Hannah Baker in the Netflix television series '13 Reasons Why.' She has also starred in films such as 'Love, Simon' and 'Knives Out,' and the Netflix series 'Cursed.' [bio]
May 3 Noah Munck
Noah Munck is an American actor, comedian, and music producer, best known for his role as Gibby on the Nickelodeon television series 'iCarly.' He has also worked as an electronic music producer under the alias Noxik. [bio]
May 7 Lee Sang-hyeok
Professional League of Legends esports player, widely known by his in-game name 'Faker', considered one of the greatest players in the...
May 9 Noah Centineo
Noah Centineo is an American actor best known for his roles in Netflix romantic comedy films, including the 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before' series, and for his breakout role in the television series 'The Fosters.' [bio]
May 14 McKaley Miller
McKaley Miller is an American actress best known for her work in television and film, with prominent roles in series such as 'Hart of Dixie' and films like 'Ma'. [bio]
May 14 Martin Garrix
Martin Garrix is a world-renowned Dutch DJ and electronic dance music producer who rose to global fame with hit singles like 'Animals' and...
May 18 Violett Beane
Violett Beane is an American actress best known for her roles as Jesse Wells/Jesse Quick on The CW's superhero television series 'The Flash' and as Cara Bloom on the CBS series 'God Friended Me.' She has also appeared in various films and TV projects since her acting debut in the mid-2010s. [bio]
May 21 Josh Allen
Quarterback for the Buffalo Bills in the NFL, known for his strong arm and athletic playing style.
June 1 Tom Holland
Tom Holland is an English actor best known for his role as Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, gaining international recognition for his performances in blockbuster films and acclaimed stage productions. [bio]
June 13 Kodi Smit-McPhee
Kodi Smit-McPhee is an Australian actor known for his critically acclaimed performances in film and television, particularly for his roles in 'The Road,' 'Let Me In,' 'X-Men: Apocalypse,' and 'The Power of the Dog.' [bio]
June 27 Lauren Jauregui
An American singer and songwriter who rose to fame as a member of the popular girl group Fifth Harmony.
July 4 Post Malone
Renowned American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for blending hip-hop, pop, and rock genres with chart-topping hits like 'Rockstar'...
July 5 Dolly
Dolly the sheep was the first mammal successfully cloned from an adult somatic cell, a groundbreaking scientific achievement that...
July 11 Alessia Cara
Alessia Cara is a Canadian singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice and lyric-driven pop and R&B music. She gained international recognition with her debut single 'Here' in 2015 and has since won numerous awards for her impactful songwriting. [bio]
July 16 Luke Hemmings
Luke Hemmings is a prominent Australian pop musician, lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the internationally successful band 5 Seconds of...
July 18 Smriti Mandhana
Smriti Mandhana is a prominent Indian women's cricket player known for her exceptional batting skills and leadership as vice-captain of the...
Aug. 14 Brianna Hildebrand
Brianna Hildebrand is an American actress best known for her role as Negasonic Teenage Warhead in the 'Deadpool' film series. She has also appeared in television series such as 'The Exorcist' and 'Trinkets.' [bio]
Sept. 2 Austin Abrams
Austin Abrams is an American actor best known for his roles in television series such as 'Euphoria' and 'Dash & Lily', as well as films like 'Chemical Hearts' and 'Paper Towns'. [bio]
Sept. 10 Jack Gilinsky
Jack Gilinsky is an American social media personality and musician who rose to fame through the video platform Vine and as part of the...
Sept. 12 Colin Ford
Colin Ford is an American actor known for his roles in film and television, including playing Joe McAlister in the TV series 'Under the Dome' and providing the voice of Jake in the animated series 'Jake and the Never Land Pirates.' [bio]
Sept. 13 Lili Reinhart
Lili Reinhart is an American actress best known for her role as Betty Cooper on The CW teen drama television series 'Riverdale.' She has also appeared in films such as 'Hustlers' (2019) and 'Chemical Hearts' (2020). [bio]
Oct. 9 Bella Hadid
Bella Hadid is a world-renowned supermodel and social media influencer, part of the famous Hadid modeling family.
Oct. 14 Lourdes Ciccone-Leon
Lourdes Leon is the eldest daughter of pop icon Madonna, born on October 14, 1996.
Oct. 15 Zelo
Zelo is a South Korean rapper and former member of the popular K-pop group B.A.
Oct. 22 Johannes Høsflot Klæbo
Legendary Norwegian cross-country skier who has won multiple Olympic gold medals and is considered one of the most dominant athletes in his...
Nov. 3 Aria Wallace
Aria Wallace is an American actress and singer best known for her recurring role as Mandy Valdez on the Nickelodeon television series 'iCarly.' She began her career in entertainment as a child actress, appearing in both television and film throughout the 2000s. [bio]
Nov. 11 Tye Sheridan
Tye Sheridan is an American actor and producer best known for his roles in films such as 'Mud' (2012), 'The Tree of Life' (2011), and for playing Wade Watts in the science fiction adventure film 'Ready Player One' (2018) directed by Steven Spielberg. [bio]
Nov. 18 Noah Ringer
Noah Ringer is an American actor and martial artist, best known for starring as Aang in the film adaptation of 'The Last Airbender' (2010). [bio]
Nov. 22 Madison Davenport
Madison Davenport is an American actress and singer known for her versatile roles in film and television. She gained recognition for her performances in independent films as well as major TV series. [bio]
Nov. 22 Hailey Baldwin
Model and media personality married to pop star Justin Bieber, known for her work in fashion and social media influence.
Dec. 6 Stefanie Scott
Stefanie Scott is an American actress and singer best known for her role as Lexi Reed in the Disney Channel series 'A.N.T. Farm.' She has also appeared in several films and television series and is recognized for her work in both acting and music. [bio]
Dec. 11 Hailee Steinfeld
Hailee Steinfeld is an American actress and singer who achieved early acclaim for her Oscar-nominated role in 'True Grit' and has since established a successful career in both acting and music. [bio]
Dec. 12 Lucas Hedges
Lucas Hedges is an American actor recognized for his nuanced portrayals in independent and mainstream films. He garnered critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for his role in 'Manchester by the Sea' (2016) and is known for his performances in films such as 'Lady Bird', 'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri', and 'Boy Erased'. [bio]
Dec. 29 Dylan Minnette
Dylan Minnette is an American actor, singer, and musician best known for his role as Clay Jensen in the Netflix drama series '13 Reasons Why.' He has also appeared in numerous other television shows and films, demonstrating a versatile talent in both acting and music. [bio]