Athletes born on August 31

Take a focused look at the athletes born on August 31. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1931 Jean Beliveau

  Jean Béliveau was a Canadian professional ice hockey player regarded as one of the greatest centers in NHL history. He spent his entire 20-season career with the Montreal Canadiens, winning 10 Stanley Cups as a player and seven more as an executive. Béliveau was known for his skill, leadership, sportsmanship, and contributions to the game, both on and off the … [bio]

• 1983 Larry Fitzgerald

  Larry Fitzgerald is a former American football wide receiver, recognized as one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history. He played for the Arizona Cardinals throughout his entire 17-season NFL career, holding franchise and league records for receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns. Fitzgerald was known for his remarkable hands, route-running ability, and durability on the field. [bio]