Dancers born on January 27

Take a focused look at the dancers born on January 27. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1948 Mikhail Baryshnikov

  Mikhail Baryshnikov is a Soviet-born Russian-American dancer, choreographer, and actor, considered one of the greatest ballet dancers of the 20th century. He has had a significant impact on both classical ballet and contemporary dance and is known for his technical prowess, artistry, and charismatic stage presence. [bio]