Famous people and celebrities born in 2002

We celebrate the remarkable individuals born in 2002. 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 2002 and honor the stars who continue to shine brightly today.

• Jan. 16 Madame
• Jan. 19 Ambra Sabatini
• Jan. 25 Lil Mosey
• Jan. 27 Jordan Addison
• Jan. 27 Hendon Hooker
• Feb. 9 Regan Smith
• Feb. 9 Jalen Green
• Feb. 13 Sophia Lillis

  Sophia Lillis is a talented young American actress who gained prominence through her compelling performances in horror films like 'It' and...

• Feb. 21 Blanket Jackson

  Third child of Michael Jackson, born via surrogate and later renamed Bigi Jackson.

• Feb. 21 Prince Michael Jackson II
• Feb. 23 Emilia Jones
• March 15 Sakura Yosozumi
• March 25 Trueno
• April 8 Skai Jackson

  American actress known for her roles in Disney Channel shows and her social media influence, particularly among young audiences.

• April 10 Kenneth San Jose

  Kenneth San Jose is a professional dancer and social media influencer who gained recognition through his performances on 'Dance-Off Juniors'...

• April 10 Ava Cota

  Ava Cota is a talented young dancer who rose to fame through her appearances on the popular reality TV show 'Dance Moms', showcasing her...

• April 16 Sadie Sink
• April 19 Loren Gray

  Loren Gray is an American singer, social media influencer, and TikTok star who rose to fame through her online platforms and music career.

• May 1 Chet Holmgren
• May 17 Léon Marchand
• May 18 Alina Zagitova
• May 29 Paul Skenes

  Professional baseball pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, known for his exceptional performance in college baseball and as a top MLB draft...

• May 31 Moses Moody
• June 2 Madison Hu

  American actress known for her roles in Disney Channel productions, particularly the series 'Bizaardvark'.

• June 8 Hattie Gotobed
• June 25 Joshua Price

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

• June 25 Mason Vale Cotton

  Mason Vale Cotton is an American child actor known for his roles in television series and films during his youth.

• July 5 Zara Rutherford
• Aug. 30 Fábio Carvalho
• Sept. 1 Romeo Beckham

  Romeo Beckham is the second son of famous soccer player David Beckham and former Spice Girl Victoria Adams.

• Sept. 3 Iman Vellani

  Pakistani-Canadian actress known for her role as Kamala Khan/Ms.

• Sept. 5 Einár
• Sept. 8 Gaten Matarazzo

  Gaten Matarazzo is an American actor best known for his role as Dustin Henderson in the popular Netflix series 'Stranger Things'.

• Sept. 15 Rhema Marvanne

  Rhema Marvanne is a young gospel singer and YouTube personality known for her powerful vocal performances and inspirational music videos.

• Sept. 27 Jenna Ortega

  Jenna Ortega is a prominent young American actress known for her roles in Netflix's 'Wednesday' and Disney Channel's 'Stuck in the Middle'.

• Sept. 30 Maddie Ziegler

  Maddie Ziegler is an American dancer, actress, and model who gained fame as a young star on the reality TV show 'Dance Moms' and for starring in music videos by Australian singer Sia, notably 'Chandelier.' She is known for her expressive dance style and has since expanded her career into acting and modeling. [bio]

• Oct. 26 Julian Dennison

  New Zealand actor known for his roles in 'Hunt for the Wilderpeople' and 'Deadpool 2', who has gained international recognition for his...

• Oct. 31 Ansu Fati
• Nov. 10 Eduardo Camavinga
• Nov. 12 Paolo Banchero
• Nov. 13 Emma Raducanu
• Nov. 21 Mighty Neicy

  Mighty Neicy is a social media personality and content creator known for her comedic vine videos and engaging online presence.

• Nov. 25 Pedri
• Nov. 30 KeshKesh

  KeshKesh is a social media dancer who gained popularity through viral dance videos, particularly on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

• Nov. 30 Carlos Alcaraz
• Dec. 23 Finn Wolfhard

  Finn Wolfhard is a Canadian actor and musician best known for his role as Mike Wheeler in the acclaimed Netflix series 'Stranger Things.' He has also appeared in major films like 'It' (2017) and 'It Chapter Two' (2019), and is the lead vocalist and guitarist for the band The Aubreys. [bio]

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