Athletes born on April 14

Take a focused look at the athletes born on April 14. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1941 Pete Rose

  Pete Rose is a former Major League Baseball (MLB) player and manager, widely recognized as one of the greatest hitters in baseball history. He is best known for becoming MLB's all-time leader in hits, games played, and at-bats, though his career was marred by his lifetime ban from baseball due to gambling on games. [bio]

• 1963 Cynthia Cooper

  Cynthia Cooper is a retired American professional basketball player and coach, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in women's basketball history. She was a star for the Houston Comets, leading them to four consecutive WNBA championships and earning two league MVP awards. Cooper played a significant role in popularizing the WNBA during its early years. [bio]