Famous people and celebrities born in 2000

We celebrate the remarkable individuals born in 2000. 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 2000 and honor the stars who continue to shine brightly today.

• Jan. 4 Rhiannon Leigh Wryn

  American actress known for her work in film and television, born in the early 2000s.

• Jan. 6 Jay Zim

  Jay Zim is a social media personality known for creating comedic content on Vine, a popular short-form video platform that was active from...

• Jan. 8 Noah Cyrus

  Noah Cyrus is an American singer-songwriter and actress, known for her indie pop and alternative music style.

• Jan. 11 Chaeyeon

  South Korean singer and dancer known for her work in K-pop, particularly as a member of the girl group IZ*ONE and later in Lee Chaeyeon's...

• Jan. 17 Kang Chan-hee

  South Korean singer and actor, member of the popular K-pop group Z-Boys, known for his versatile entertainment career.

• Jan. 20 Tyler Herro

  Professional basketball player for the Miami Heat, known for his shooting skills and being a key player in the team's recent success.

• Jan. 26 Ester Expósito

  Spanish actress known for her prominent roles in popular TV series like 'Elite' and her significant social media presence, making her a...

• Jan. 28 Dušan Vlahović

  Professional Serbian footballer who plays as a striker for Juventus FC and the Serbian national team, known for his exceptional goal-scoring...

• Feb. 10 Yara Shahidi

  Yara Shahidi is an American actress, model, and activist, best known for her role as Zoey Johnson on the sitcom 'Black-ish' and its spin-off 'Grown-ish.' [bio]

• Feb. 16 Koffee

  Koffee is a Grammy-winning Jamaican reggae artist known for her innovative sound and powerful lyrics.

• Feb. 29 Ferran Torres

  Spanish professional footballer who plays as a winger for Manchester City and the Spanish national team, known for his versatility and...

• March 1 Ja'Marr Chase

  Professional NFL wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals, known for his exceptional catching skills and dynamic play style.

• March 9 Khabane Lame (Khaby Lame)

  Senegalese-born Italian social media influencer who became globally famous for his comedic TikTok videos and viral memes, particularly his...

• March 19 Kauto Star

  Legendary racehorse widely considered one of the greatest steeplechasers in history, known for his remarkable performances at the Cheltenham...

• March 21 Jace Norman

  Jace Norman is an American actor best known for his lead role as Henry Hart/Kid Danger in the popular Nickelodeon comedy series 'Henry...

• March 27 Sophie Nélisse

  Sophie Nélisse is a Canadian actress recognized for her roles in both French and English-language film and television. She gained international fame for her performance as Liesel Meminger in the film adaptation of "The Book Thief" (2013) and has continued to build a successful career in both Canadian and international productions. [bio]

• March 27 Halle Bailey

  Singer, actress, and member of the R&B duo Chloe x Halle, known for her role as Ariel in Disney's live-action 'The Little Mermaid'.

• April 3 Ella Bleu Travolta

  Ella Bleu Travolta is an American actress and daughter of famous actors John Travolta and Kelly Preston.

• April 9 Jackie Evancho

  Jackie Evancho is an American classical crossover soprano who rose to fame as a child prodigy on America's Got Talent.

• April 11 Morgan Lily

  Morgan Lily is an American actress and fashion model who began her career as a child. She gained recognition for her roles in films such as '2012', 'X-Men: First Class', and 'X-Men: Days of Future Past'. [bio]

• April 23 Chloe Kim

  Chloe Kim is an Olympic gold medalist snowboarder who dominated halfpipe snowboarding at a young age, winning gold at the 2018 Winter...

• May 4 Angel Sy
• May 10 Shyann McClure

  Young American model and actress known for her work in contemporary entertainment media.

• May 16 Luis Garcia

  Luis Garcia is a renowned Spanish footballer who played as a midfielder for Liverpool FC and the Spanish national team, famous for his...

• May 19 Will Simmons

  Will Simmons is a social media dancer who gained popularity through viral dance videos on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

• May 28 Phil Foden

  Professional footballer for Manchester City and the England national team, known for his exceptional midfield skills and potential as a...

• May 31 Gable Steveson

  Olympic gold medalist wrestler who won gold at Tokyo 2020 and transitioned to professional wrestling with WWE.

• June 9 Laurie Hernandez

  Olympic gymnast who won gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics, representing the United States and becoming a notable Hispanic-American...

• June 15 Dani Cimorelli

  Member of the popular YouTube music group Cimorelli, known for their vocal harmonies and covers of pop songs.

• June 16 Bianca Andreescu

  Canadian professional tennis player who made history by becoming the first Canadian to win a Grand Slam singles title at the 2019 US Open,...

• June 29 Red Gerard

  Olympic snowboarder who won gold medal in slopestyle at the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, becoming the youngest American male to win...

• July 12 Vinícius Júnior

  Vinícius Júnior is a talented Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a winger for Real Madrid and the Brazilian national team.

• July 21 Erling Haaland

  Norwegian professional footballer playing for Manchester City and the Norwegian national team, widely regarded as one of the most prolific...

• Aug. 11 Rocco Ritchie

  Son of pop icon Madonna and film director Guy Ritchie, born into a high-profile entertainment family.

• Aug. 13 Na Jaemin

  Na Jaemin is a prominent member of the K-pop group NCT Dream, known for his exceptional dancing skills, charismatic performances, and...

• Aug. 14 Bryce Hall

  Bryce Hall is a popular social media influencer and content creator known for his viral TikTok and YouTube videos.

• Aug. 22 Hood James

  James Hood is a social media personality and Vine star known for creating humorous and relatable online content during the peak of Vine's...

• Aug. 31 Sauce Gardner

  Prominent NFL cornerback for the New York Jets, known for his exceptional defensive skills and being a first-round draft pick in 2022.

• Sept. 3 Brandon Williams

  English professional footballer who plays as a defender for Manchester United and has represented England at youth international levels.

• Sept. 3 Ashley Boettcher

  American child actress known for roles in family and comedy films, particularly in the 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' movie series.

• Oct. 1 Kalle Rovanperä

  Kalle Rovanperä is a highly successful Finnish professional rally driver who became the youngest World Rally Championship (WRC) winner in...

• Oct. 22 Baby Keem

  Grammy-winning rapper and record producer known for his innovative hip-hop style and collaboration with Kendrick Lamar.

• Oct. 31 Willow Smith

  Willow Smith is an American singer, actress, and entertainer from a prominent Hollywood family.

• Nov. 8 Jasmine Thompson

  British singer-songwriter who gained popularity through YouTube, known for her unique vocal covers and original music.

• Nov. 20 Connie Talbot

  Connie Talbot is a British singer who gained fame as a child after her appearance on Britain's Got Talent in 2007, subsequently releasing...

• Nov. 22 Auli'i Cravalho

  Auli'i Cravalho is an American actress and singer best known for voicing the titular character in Disney's animated film 'Moana' (2016). She has since appeared in television and musical productions, gaining recognition for her vocal and acting talents. [bio]

• Nov. 28 Jackson Yee

  Jackson Yee is a prominent Chinese entertainer known for his work as a singer, dancer, and actor, being a member of the popular boy band...

• Dec. 26 Samuel Sevian

  Young American chess grandmaster who became an International Master at an exceptionally early age and has competed in numerous national and...

• Dec. 28 Larissa Manoela

  Brazilian television actress and singer known for her roles in teen telenovelas and children's programming, popular in Brazil and Latin...

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