Athletes born on June 26

Take a focused look at the athletes born on June 26. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1974 Derek Jeter

  Derek Jeter is a former professional baseball shortstop, baseball executive, and businessman, best known for his 20-season career with the New York Yankees in Major League Baseball (MLB). Widely regarded as one of the greatest baseball players of his generation, Jeter was celebrated for his leadership, clutch hitting, and defensive prowess. [bio]