Famous People Born On March 31st

While under the ruling planet of Mars, the March 31 native is ruled by Uranus. Good fortune seems to follow those born on March 31, often resulting from their strong personalities and natural charisma. Anybody born on this date has an innate ability to charm their friends and family members with ease. Social relationships are always thriving for March 31 natives, while career follow closely behind. Travel and constant change are important to Aries, but these become immensely essential for those born on this day.

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 1 
Ewan McGregor
74
Birth Year: 1971
Birthplace: Perth, Scotland

A critically acclaimed actor, known for working in many small independent films, Ewan McGregor’s first notable film was Shallow Grave, followed by Trainspotting which propelled him to stardom. Films like Emma, A Life Less Ordinary and Moulin Rouge and the role of Obi-Wan Kenobi in the three Star Wars prequels, plus the television series Fargo are his other notable works.

 2 
Johann Sebastian Bach
(One of the Greatest Composers of All Time)
Johann Sebastian Bach
22
Birth Year: 1685
Birthplace: Eisenach, Germany
Died: July 28, 1750

Johann Sebastian Bach was an 18-th century German composer of the Baroque period. He redefined both church and secular music. He served as the court musician of Duke Johann Ernst and King Augustus III. He created more than 300 cantatas and vocal music such as Mass in B minor.

 3 
Christopher Walken
(Actor Best Known for His Films: 'The Deer Hunter', 'Catch Me If You Can' and 'Pulp Fictionā€™)
Christopher Walken
25
Birth Year: 1943
Birthplace: Astoria, New York, United States

Christopher Walken is one of the highest-grossing American actors as his films have generated over $1 billion in the US alone. He has a unique distinction of appearing in over 100 films and TV programs. A man of many talents, Christopher Walken is also known for his comedic, singing, screenwriting, directing, and dancing skills.

 4 
Angus Young
(Co-Founder and Lead Guitarist for the Hard Rock Band 'AC/DC')
Angus Young
50
Birth Year: 1955
Birthplace: Glasgow, Scotland
Angus Young, AC/DC co-founder, lead guitarist, and songwriter, migrated to Australia at 13. After dropping out of school at 15, he started playing instruments. Named the Best Australian Guitarist of All Time by Australian Guitar magazine, he is known for his uniform outfits and for reviving Chuck Berry's "duck walk."
 5 
Liza Koshy
(American YouTube Star)
Liza Koshy
49
Birth Year: 1996
Birthplace: Houston, Texas, United States

Liza Koshy serves as an inspiration to many social media stars and YouTubers as she went on to become an actress and TV host after starting her career on Vine. She even received an Emmy nomination for hosting a game show called Double Dare. In 2019, she was named in Time magazine's 25 Most Influential People on the Internet list.

 6 
Cesar Chavez
(American Labour Leader, Civil Rights Activist and Co-Founder of the ā€˜National Farm Workers Associationā€™)
Cesar Chavez
38
Birth Year: 1927
Birthplace: Yuma, Arizona, United States
Died: April 23, 1993
Cesar Chavez became a Latin American civil rights icon owing to his efforts to secure rights for farmworkers. He co-founded the National Farm Workers Association, which later became the United Farm Workers union. He was inspired by Gandhian non-violent protests and organized the Delano grape strike, among other protests.
 7 
RenƩ DƩscartes
(French Philosopher, Mathematician and Inventor of ā€˜Analytic Geometryā€™)
RenƩ DƩscartes
24
Birth Year: 1596
Birthplace: Descartes, France
Died: February 11, 1650
René Descartes, the father of modern philosophy, laid down the idea of rationalism, later followed by Spinoza and Leibniz. Descartes also contributed to the field of analytical geometry and led to the Cartesian coordinate system being named after him. His Meditations on First Philosophy is still taught at many universities.
 8 
Jack Johnson
(One of the Most Influential Boxers of All Time)
Jack Johnson
18
Birth Year: 1878
Birthplace: Galveston, Texas, United States
Died: June 10, 1946

Jack Johnson was an American boxer and one of the most dominant champions of his generation. Considered one of the most influential boxers ever, Jack Johnson became the first African American to win the world heavyweight championship at the peak of the Jim Crow era. He is often credited with influencing popular boxers like Muhammad Ali.

 9 
Rhea Perlman
(Best Known for Her Role as ā€˜Carla Tortelliā€™ in the TV Sitcom ā€˜Cheersā€™)
Rhea Perlman
12
Birth Year: 1948
Birthplace: Coney Island, New York, United States

Rhea Perlman is an American actress whose portrayal of Carla Tortelli in the TV series Cheers contributed to the overall success of the CBS sitcom; Carla Tortelli was eventually named by CBS as one of the greatest television characters of all time. Also an author, Rhea Perlman wrote the popular children's book series Otto Undercover.

 10 
Joseph Haydn
(Composer of the Classical Period Known As 'Father of the Symphony' & 'Father of the String Quartet')
Joseph Haydn
16
Birth Year: 1732
Birthplace: Rohrau, Austria
Died: May 31, 1809

Joseph Haydn was an Austrian composer who played a key role in the progression of chamber music during the Classical period. He is often referred to as the Father of the String Quartet and Father of the Symphony for his contributions to musical form. Joseph Haydn is also credited with mentoring and tutoring Mozart and Beethoven, respectively.

 11 
Diana
(YouTube Star)
Diana
100
Birth Year: 2014
Birthplace: Kyiv, Ukraine
 12 
Ari Melber
(American Attorney, Chief Legal Correspondent for 'MSNBC' and Host of the News Show 'The Beat with Ari Melber')
Ari Melber
20
Birth Year: 1980
Birthplace: Seattle, Washington, United States
Attorney Ari Melber has gained fame as a journalist on NBC News. MSNBC's Emmy-nominated show The Beat with Ari Melber has garnered an immense viewership on YouTube, too, and is now the most-watched liberal show online. Melber also won an Emmy for his coverage of the Supreme Court on MSNBC.
 13 
Brian Tyree Henry
(Actor)
Brian Tyree Henry
14
Birth Year: 1982
Birthplace: Fayetteville, North Carolina Fayetteville, North Carolina, U.S.
 14 
Richard Chamberlain
(Actor and Singer Known for His TV Series: ā€˜Shōgunā€™ and ā€˜The Thorn Birdsā€™)
Richard Chamberlain
4
Birth Year: 1934
Birthplace: Beverly Hills, California, United States
With a career spanning over forty decades, Richard Chamberlain first rose to fame in the 1980s. He became a teen idol and also won a Golden Globe Award for his performance in Dr. Kildare. He gained prominence for his performances in The Bourne Identity, The Thorne Birds and Shogun.
 15 
Shirley Jones
(Actress Known for Her Role as 'Shirley Partridge' in the Television Sitcom 'The Partridge Family')
Shirley Jones
8
Birth Year: 1934
Birthplace: Charleroi, Pennsylvania, United States

Shirley Jones is an American singer and actress whose portrayal of a prostitute named Lulu Bains in the 1960 film Elmer Gantry earned her an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Thanks to her skills as a singer, Jones has appeared in several musical films like Oklahoma, The Music Man, and Carousel. She has also been a long-time supporter of PETA.

 16 
Herb Alpert
(Trumpeter and Co-Founder of the American Record Label 'A&M Records')
Herb Alpert
1
Birth Year: 1935
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
Herb Alpert is an American trumpeter who achieved popularity in the 1960s when he led the band Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass. He is also credited with co-founding A&M Records. Also a well-known philanthropist, Alpert launched the Herb Alpert Foundation in the 1980s in an attempt to deal with environmental issues and support youth and arts education.
 17 
Gordie Howe
(Canadian Professional Ice Hockey Player)
Gordie Howe
5
Birth Year: 1928
Birthplace: Floral, Saskatchewan, Canada
Died: June 10, 2016
 18 
William Daniels
(Actor)
William Daniels
3
Birth Year: 1927
Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, USA
 19 
Molly Qerim
(Sports Anchor and Host of ESPN's ā€˜First Takeā€™)
Molly Qerim
7
Birth Year: 1985
Birthplace: New Haven, Connecticut, United States
Sports anchor Molly Qerim is best known for her stint on ESPN's First Take. Her work inclues on-site reporting from multiple Super Bowls and other events. She had preciously hosted NFL Network shows NFL AM and NFL Fantasy Live. She is married to NBA player and ESPN host Jalen Rose. 
 20 
Vice Ganda
(Stand-up Comedian, Actor)
Vice Ganda
73
Birth Year: 1976
Birthplace: Tondo, Philippines

Filipino comedian, talk show host, actor, and TV presenter Vice Ganda has appeared in some of the highest-grossing movies in Philippine cinema. As a comedian, he uses observational comedy, situational irony, and sarcasm in his routines. Also active on TV, he regularly hosts the noontime variety show It's Showtime. He is openly gay and is considered an LGBTQAI+ icon.

 21 
Hashim Amla
(South African Former Cricketer)
Hashim Amla
8
Birth Year: 1983
Birthplace: Durban, South Africa

One of the best ODI bastmen in the world, South African cricketer Hashim Amla has made many records, from being the fastest to reach 20 ODI centuries to being the fourth player to score centuries against all Test-playing nations. He was also the Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 2013.

 22 
Chloe Zhao
(Known for Her Independent Films 'The Rider' and 'Songs My Brothers Taught Me')
Chloe Zhao
18
Birth Year: 1982
Birthplace: Beijing, China
Chinese filmmaker Chloé Zhao is best known for directing films such as Songs My Brothers Taught Me and The Rider, both of which earned Independent Spirit Award nominations. Her film Nomadland won her the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival. She is also directing the Marvel film Eternals.
 23 
Henry II of France
(King of France (1547 - 1559))
Henry II of France
9
Birth Year: 1519
Birthplace: Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France
Died: July 10, 1559
Henry II, son of Francis I, reigned as the king of France from 1547 to 1559. Though he achieved the Peace of Cateau-Cambrésis, which ended the Italian Wars, he died as a result of a would inflicted by Gabriel de Montgomery during a jousting event to celebrate the same.
 24 
Kate Micucci
(Actress)
Kate Micucci
11
Birth Year: 1980
Birthplace: New Jersey, USA
 25 
Gabe Kaplan
(Comedian, Actor, Professional Poker Player)
Gabe Kaplan
9
Birth Year: 1945
Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York City, New York
 26 
Jack Antonoff
(Singer)
Jack Antonoff
5
Birth Year: 1984
Birthplace: Bergenfield, New Jersey, USA
 27 
Gabriela RodrĆ­guez de Bukele
(Educator)
Gabriela RodrĆ­guez de Bukele
42
Birth Year: 1985
Birthplace: San Salvador, El Salvador
 28 
Nordin Amrabat
(Dutch-Born Moroccan Footballer Who Plays as a Midfielder)
Nordin Amrabat
11
Birth Year: 1987
Birthplace: Naarden, Netherlands

Nordin Amrabat is a Dutch-born Moroccan football player. After representing the Dutch national team at youth levels, Amrabat went on to play for the Morocco national team from 2011 to 2019. He played for Morocco in important tournaments like Africa Cup of Nations and the 2012 Summer Olympics. Nordin Amrabat currently plays for AEK Athens.

 29 
Yoon Kyun-sang
5
Birth Year: 1987
Birthplace: Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, South Korea
When he isn’t working, South Korean actor Yoon Kyun-sang is either doing his chores or raising his four cats. The Jeonju-born performer soared to fame with his roles in K-dramas such as Class of Lies. Fans commented on his incredible weight loss when he posted an Instagram picture in 2021.
 30 
Octavio Paz
(Writer, Poet, Diplomat and Noble Prize Laureate)
Octavio Paz
7
Birth Year: 1914
Birthplace: Mexico City, Mexico
Died: April 19, 1998
Born into a family of intellectuals, Nobel Prize-winning Mexican poet Octavio Paz had been introduced to literature through his grandfather’s library. Apart from poetry, he had also written essays on art, politics, and culture. As a Mexican diplomat, he had been to countries such as India and France.
 31 
David Eisenhower
(Writer and Grandson of Former American President Dwight D. Eisenhower)
David Eisenhower
0
Birth Year: 1948
Birthplace: West Point, New York, United States

Author, academic, and public policy fellow David Eisenhower teaches at the University of Pennsylvania. Best known for his Pulitzer Prize-shortlisted book Eisenhower at War: 1943-1945, he is the grandson of former U.S. president Dwight D. Eisenhower and the son of John Eisenhower. He is also the son-in-law of Richard Nixon.

 32 
Maaya Sakamoto
(Actress)
Maaya Sakamoto
1
Birth Year: 1980
Birthplace: Itabashi City, Tokyo, Japan

One of the best-known Japanese voice actors, Maaya Sakamoto soared to fame with her performances as Kiyomi Takada in Death Note and Lunamaria Hawke in Gundam Seed Destiny. She is also a successful singer and a sociology major. She has also dubbed for films such as the Star Wars trilogy.

 33 
Lefty Frizzell
(Singer)
Lefty Frizzell
1
Birth Year: 1928
Birthplace: Corsicana, Texas, United States
Died: July 19, 1975
 34 
Richard Kiley
(Actor)
Richard Kiley
0
Birth Year: 1922
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Died: March 5, 1999
 35 
Dermot Morgan
(Comedian)
Dermot Morgan
4
Birth Year: 1952
Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland
Died: February 28, 1998
 36 
Ryan Bingham
(Singer)
Ryan Bingham
4
Birth Year: 1981
Birthplace: Hobbs, New Mexico, USA
 37 
Michael Savage
(Author, Political Commentator, Activist, and former radio host)
Michael Savage
3
Birth Year: 1942
Birthplace: New York, New York, United States
 38 
Andrew Marvell
2
Birth Year: 1621
Birthplace: Winestead, England
Died: August 16, 1678
 39 
Noah Urrea
(American Singer, Actor, Dancer and Member of the Global Pop Group ā€˜Now Unitedā€™)
Noah Urrea
5
Birth Year: 2001
Birthplace: Orange, California, United States
 40 
James Wiseman
(Basketball player)
James Wiseman
7
Birth Year: 2001
Birthplace: Nashville, Tennessee, United States
 41 
Victoria Smurfit
(Actress)
Victoria Smurfit
2
Birth Year: 1974
Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland
 42 
Anandi Gopal Joshi
(First Indian Female Doctor)
Anandi Gopal Joshi
11
Birth Year: 1865
Birthplace: Kalyan, Maharashtra, India
Died: February 26, 1887

Though she was married off at age 9 and had had a baby by 14, Anandi Gopal Joshi rose to become one of the first female doctors in India and the first Indian-origin woman to graduate with a medical degree in the US. Unfortunately, she died of tuberculosis shortly before her 22nd birthday.

 43 
John Fowles
(Writer & Teacher)
John Fowles
3
Birth Year: 1926
Birthplace: Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, England
Died: November 5, 2005
 44 
Melissa Ordway
(Actress)
Melissa Ordway
1
Birth Year: 1983
Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
 45 
Joel Glazer
(Businessperson)
Joel Glazer
0
Birth Year: 1967
Birthplace: Rochester, New York, United States
 46 
Josh Beauchamp
(Canadian-American Dancer, Singer and Choreographer)
Josh Beauchamp
6
Birth Year: 2000
Birthplace: St. Albert, Canada
 47 
Jay Rock
(Rapper)
Jay Rock
3
Birth Year: 1985
Birthplace: Watts, California, United States
 48 
Lloyd Wright
(Architect)
Lloyd Wright
2
Birth Year: 1890
Birthplace: Oak Park, Illinois, United States
Died: May 31, 1978

American architect Lloyd Wright is best remembered for his Prairie style of architecture predominant in the 20th-century American residential buildings. A proponent of organic architecture, he also delivered talks on architecture. He made headlines when a staff set fire to his Taliesin studio and murdered seven people.

 49 
Andrew Lang
(Poet, Novelist, Literary Critic)
Andrew Lang
3
Birth Year: 1844
Birthplace: Selkirk
Died: July 20, 1912

Best known for his collections of folklore, fairy tales, and legends, Scottish author and Merton College fellow Andrew Lang was also an avid historian and anthropologist who coined the term psychical research. His The World of Homer and his translations of Homer’s works remain invaluable to Homerian students.

 50 
Yannick Ngakoue
(American football player)
Yannick Ngakoue
1
Birth Year: 1995
Birthplace: Washington, D.C., United States

Personality Traits & Characteristics of Famous People Born on March 31

Personality
People born on March 31 are in tune with other high thinkers who surround them. They are quick to arrive at conclusions and as a result, may seem to be sarcastic and funny to most people. Those who are friends with March 31 natives would say that individuals born on this day are usually the first to come up with a quirky idea or activity for the day. In fact, their strong, outgoing disposition helps them to make plenty of friends. What’s more, their charming and assertive personality further helps in keeping these friends entertained. The fact that they can remain charismatic even while disagreeing with friends makes them uniquely different.

Health
Most people born on this day are unwilling to stick to a specific diet and exercise regimen. They love fad diets, even if they do not seem to work. For this reason, it is often difficult for March 31 individuals to lose weight. It is also imperative that these people learn to control their tempers, as this can lead to intense stress, high blood pressure, depression and other health issues. It is essential to find a new activity to focus this energy on, such as running or gardening. Meditation and yoga can work wonders for people born on this day.

Finance
As those born on this day are likely to pursue atypical careers, finances might be tight at times. With the drive of an Aries, people with this birthday are much more likely to succeed based on skill, determination and leadership abilities.

Career
When it comes to setting up a career, March 31 adults have no need for supervision; they enjoy working without managers around to watch. This fits in with their rebellious attitude. It is highly likely that these individuals will seek out work in the field of art, where this strong personality is appreciated.

Relationships, Marriage and Children
Because they are naturally rebellious, March 31 individuals tend to attract extremely dramatic relationships. When it comes to romance, March 31 individuals are faithful to their partners. When they are content, they seldom step out of line with those they love. With a love for danger, these people often get themselves involved in unexpected situations. This often keeps romantic relationships fresh and alive. When it comes to building families, these people are less likely to stick to traditional relationships. They might not find parenthood as rewarding as others. When blessed with one, March 31 born individuals encourage their children to be free-thinking.

Lucky Colors: Electric Blue, electric white, multi-colors
Lucky Numbers: 4, 13, 22, 31, 40, 49, 58, 67, 76
Lucky Days (of the week): Thursday, Sunday
Lucky Days (of the month): 4, 14, 28