Athletes born on May 13

Take a focused look at the athletes born on May 13. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1914 Joe Louis

  Joe Louis, known as the 'Brown Bomber,' was an American professional boxer who reigned as the world heavyweight champion from 1937 to 1949 and is regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight fighters of all time. [bio]

• 1961 Dennis Rodman

  Dennis Rodman is a former American professional basketball player known for his exceptional defensive skills and rebounding ability, as well as his colorful persona both on and off the court. Rodman played in the NBA primarily during the 1980s and 1990s, winning five NBA championships and earning a reputation as one of the league’s most eccentric and capable defenders. [bio]

• 1964 Ronnie Coleman

  Legendary professional bodybuilder who won Mr.