Others born on January 23

Take a focused look at the others born on January 23. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1951 Chesley Sullenberger

  Chesley Sullenberger is an American retired airline captain, best known for successfully landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009 after both engines failed, saving all 155 people on board. He is celebrated as a hero for his decisive actions and calm leadership during the incident. [bio]