Famous People Born On October 8th

Astrologically, the probability of the personality of Librans born on October 8th is determined by the influence of the two planets, Venus and Saturn. While the former rules the zodiacal group, the latter governs the actual date in which these individuals are born. The personality strengths of October 8th individuals include their great imaginative and creative powers. These people have a competitive spirit in them to progress in life. Additional traits include their tactfulness, level-headed approach, shrewdness and fairness.  Their sense of humor and fluent communication makes them get along in any situation. However, these people have a tendency to display flighty, obstinate or bossy behavior in unfavourable situations. They may even get cold in their response in provoking situations.

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Bruno Mars
(First Artist to Receive five Diamond-certified Songs in the U.S.)
Bruno Mars
113
Birth Year: 1985
Birthplace: Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

American singer, Bruno Mars, is one of the best-selling artists of all time. He has a wide range of musical style like R&B, pop, funk, reggae, hip hop and rock. He is also known for his stage performances. Locked Out of Heaven, When I Was Your Man, 24K Magic and That's What I Like are some of his hit songs.

 2 
Matt Damon
(One of the Highest-Grossing Actors of All Time)
Matt Damon
91
Birth Year: 1970
Birthplace: Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

One of the biggest Hollywood stars of his time, Matt Damon is one of the highest-grossing actors of all time. Saving Private Ryan, The Talented Mr Ripley, The Martian and The Departed are some of his notable films. He has also been part of the highly successful Bourne franchise and the Ocean's trilogy.

 3 
Bella Thorne
(Actress and Singer Known for Her Role in TV Series 'Shake It Up' and 'The Babysitter' Film Series)
Bella Thorne
186
Birth Year: 1997
Birthplace: Pembroke Pines, Florida, United States

Bella Thorne is an American actress who became popular with her portrayal of the character of CeCe Jones on the sitcom Shake it Up. Born to a poor family of mixed descent, Bella Thorne had to start working at a young age to support her single mother. She had a difficult childhood marred by poverty and sexual abuse. She is openly pansexual.

 4 
Sigourney Weaver
(American Actress and an Influential Figure in Science Fiction and Popular Culture)
Sigourney Weaver
31
Birth Year: 1949
Birthplace: Manhattan, New York, United States

Sigourney Weaver is an American actress. Widely considered one of the most important female protagonists in the history of cinema, Sigourney is also regarded as a pioneer of action heroines in sci-fi films, thanks to her role in the Alien franchise. In 2003, she was ranked 20th in Channel 4's list of 100 Greatest Movie Stars of All Time.

 5 
Paul Hogan
(Famous For His Role as Michael 'Crocodile' Dundee From the 'Crocodile Dundee' Film Series)
Paul Hogan
70
Birth Year: 1939
Birthplace: Sydney, Australia

Paul Hogan is an Australian actor and television presenter. He is credited with popularizing the Crocodile Dundee film series with his award-winning portrayal of Michael "Crocodile" Dundee in the movie series. Such is his popularity in Australia that Hogan was made a member of the Order of Australia for service to entertainment and tourism.

 6 
R. L. Stine
(American Novelist Who was Best Known for His Horror Books for Children)
R. L. Stine
29
Birth Year: 1943
Birthplace: Columbus, Ohio, United States

Novelist and short-story writer R. L. Stine is popularly referred to as the "Stephen King of children's literature." He has published 100s of horror fiction novels and numerous joke books among others. He is the recipient of many awards, including the Inkpot Award. He is also a TV producer, screenwriter, and executive editor.

 7 
Chevy Chase
('Saturday Night Live's' First Breakout Star)
Chevy Chase
32
Birth Year: 1943
Birthplace: Lower Manhattan, New York, United States

Chevy Chase is often credited with the overall success of Saturday Night Live as he played a major role as the show's key cast member in the show's first season, thereby setting the pace for the show's eventual success. Apart from being an actor, he is also a popular comedian, producer, and screenwriter.

 8 
Mike Mizanin
(American Professional Wrestler and Reality TV Personality)
Mike Mizanin
23
Birth Year: 1980
Birthplace: Parma, Ohio, United States

Mike Mizanin, popularly known as The Miz, is an American actor, media personality, and professional wrestler. Over the years, he has been an important wrestler for WWE. He has held several WWE championships, such as the Intercontinental Championship, United States Championship, and Tag Team Championship. As an actor, he is popular for playing Jake Carter in the Marine film series.

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Nick Cannon
(TV Host, Actor and Rapper)
Nick Cannon
78
Birth Year: 1980
Birthplace: San Diego, California, United States

Nicholas Cannon is a comedian, rapper and television host. The Nick Cannon Show, America's Got Talent and The Masked Singer are some of his popular TV shows. He has also acted in films like Drumline, Love Don't Cost a Thing and Roll Bounce. Cannon has been accused of making racist and anti-Semitic remarks. He has called White people ‘savages’.

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Reed Hastings
(Businessman, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of ‘Netflix’)
Reed Hastings
10
Birth Year: 1960
Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Netflix co-founder, CEO, and chairman Reed Hastings is also a Facebook director since 2011. He has previously served the California State Board of Education and the board of Microsoft. The Stanford alumnus is a Giving Pledge member, actively donates for children’s education and scholarships, and supports charter schools.

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Emily Procter
(Actress)
Emily Procter
19
Birth Year: 1968
Birthplace: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Emily Procter is an American actress best known for playing Calleigh Duquesne in the popular police procedural TV series, CSI: Miami. A multi-talented personality, Procter has taken part in several marathons and triathlons and at least one celebrity poker tournament. Also known for her skills as an interior designer, Emily Procter is credited with decorating Kenny Chesney's Malibu home.

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Barbara Palvin
(Fashion Model)
Barbara Palvin
19
Birth Year: 1993
Birthplace: Budapest, Hungary
Hungarian model Barbara Palvin gained fame after appearing in the 2016 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She was later named a Victoria's Secret Angel. She has modeled for top-notch brands such as Prada and Chanel. She was also seen as Greek mythological figure Antimache in the 2014 film Hercules.
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Molly Quinn
(Actress)
Molly Quinn
13
Birth Year: 1993
Birthplace: Texarkana, Texas
Molly Quinn is best known as Alexis Castle from Castle. She has also voiced Princess Bloom in Winx Club and appeared in the podcast Thrilling Adventure Hour. Her performance in the short film The Sacrifice won her the Best Newcomer Award at the Monaco International Film Festival
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Ursula von der Leyen
(President of the European Commission )
Ursula von der Leyen
17
Birth Year: 1958
Birthplace: Ixelles, Belgium
Ursula Gertrud von der Leyen is currently serving as the first president of the European Commission. Named to Time 100 in 2020, she has previously been the first female defense minister of Germany, and has held positions such as the deputy leader of the CDU and the minister of labor.
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Travis Pastrana
(Professional Motorsports Competitor Known for His Racing Series 'Nitro Rallycross')
Travis Pastrana
4
Birth Year: 1983
Birthplace: Annapolis, Maryland, United States

Motorsports competitor and stunt artist Travis Pastrana has won several X Games gold medals, in categories such as motocross, supercross, and freestyle motocross. He launched a reality show called Nitro Circus, which later became a media company. He also hosts and extreme sports event and has been part of NASCAR.

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Karyn Parsons
(Known for Her Role as 'Hilary Banks' on The NBC Sitcom 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air')
Karyn Parsons
7
Birth Year: 1966
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

Karyn Parsons is an American comedian and actress best known for her portrayal of Hilary Banks in the popular sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Parsons is credited with co-creating, co-writing, and co-producing the sitcom Lush Life. She is also credited with creating a line of animated films titled Sweet Blackberry, which is about unsung black heroes.

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Johnny Ramone
(Guitarist)
Johnny Ramone
8
Birth Year: 1948
Birthplace: Queens, New York City, New York, USA
Died: September 15, 2004
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G Herbo
(Rapper Known for His Mixtapes ‘Welcome to Fazoland,’, ’Pistol P Project’ and ‘Ballin Like I'm Kobe’)
G Herbo
19
Birth Year: 1995
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Rapper Herbert Randall Wright III, initially known as Lil Herb and now known as G Herbo, became famous for his collaborations with rapper Lil Bibby. He has contributed to various philanthropic ventures, too, and had once launched a campaign to safeguard the mental health of Black youngsters.  
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Anne-Marie Duff
13
Birth Year: 1970
Birthplace: Chiswick, London
Anne-Marie Duff is best known as Fiona Gallagher from Shameless and as Queen Elizabeth I from The Virgin Queen. She is also a talented theater actor who has been nominated for the Laurence Olivier Award. She has worked for domestic abuse awareness for the What's It Going to Take? campaign.
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Jesse Jackson
(United States Shadow Senator for the District of Columbia from 1991 to 1997)
Jesse Jackson
53
Birth Year: 1941
Birthplace: Greenville, South Carolina, United States
Civil rights activist and politician Jesse Jackson, father of former U.S. representative Jesse Jackson Jr., is also a Baptist minister. He has been a shadow U.S. senator from the District of Columbia and established organizations that merged into the non-profit Rainbow/PUSH. He also hosted CNN’s Both Sides with Jesse Jackson.
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Frank Herbert
(Science Fiction Author Best Known for His 1965 Novel 'Dune' & Its Sequels)
Frank Herbert
15
Birth Year: 1920
Birthplace: Tacoma, Washington, United States
Died: February 11, 1986

American author, newspaper-journalist, book-reviewer, lecturer, photographer, and ecological consultant Franklin Herbert is most noted for his 1965 sci-fi novel Dune and its five sequels. Dune won the Nebula Award and the Hugo Award and spearheaded the Dune franchise. The novel is cited as the best-selling sci-fi novel in history while the series is counted among the classics of the genre.

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Monty Williams
(Basketball coach)
Monty Williams
6
Birth Year: 1971
Birthplace: Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States
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Darrell Hammond
(American actor)
Darrell Hammond
3
Birth Year: 1955
Birthplace: Melbourne, Florida, United States
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Ian Hart
(Actor)
Ian Hart
6
Birth Year: 1964
Birthplace: Knotty Ash, Liverpool, Merseyside, England, UK
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Angus T. Jones
(American Actor Known for His Role as ‘Jake Harper’ in the TV Sitcom ‘Two and a Half Men’)
Angus T. Jones
20
Birth Year: 1993
Birthplace: Austin, Texas, United States
Angus T. Jones is an American former actor. As a child actor, he gained international recognition for portraying Jake Harper in one of the most popular CBS sitcoms of all time, Two and a Half Men. Also known for his charity work, Jones has supported outfits, such as the First Star Organization, which helps neglected and abused children.
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Eddie Rickenbacker
(American Fighter Pilot Who Played an Important Role in World War I)
Eddie Rickenbacker
5
Birth Year: 1890
Birthplace: Columbus, Ohio, United States
Died: July 23, 1973

Eddie Rickenbacker was an American fighter pilot who played an important role in World War I. With 26 aerial victories under his belt, Rickenbacker was the most decorated and most successful US flying ace of the First World War. A multi-talented personality, Eddie Rickenbacker was also an automotive designer and race car driver.

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Kristanna Loken
(Actress, Model)
Kristanna Loken
5
Birth Year: 1979
Birthplace: Ghent, New York, United States
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Sadiq Khan
(Mayor of London)
Sadiq Khan
21
Birth Year: 1970
Birthplace: Tooting, London
Sadiq Khan, the current mayor of London, has previously been the shadow secretary of state for transport and the minister of state for transport. He has also been a solicitor specialising in human rights. Named to Time 100, he has been praised for promoting tolerance reducing polluting vehicles in London.
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Jim Elliot
(Missionary)
Jim Elliot
15
Birth Year: 1927
Birthplace: Portland, Oregon
Died: January 8, 1956
 American Christian missionary Jim Elliot was one of five people killed during Operation Auca. He is still remembered for his selfless devotion to God and his zeal, tempered by love, to guide people. The Journals of Jim Elliot contains volumes of documents written over many years by Jim Elliot in which the missionary has detailed his mission work.
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Grayson Allen
(Basketball player)
Grayson Allen
6
Birth Year: 1995
Birthplace: Jacksonville, Florida, United States
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Sue Randall
(Actress)
Sue Randall
16
Birth Year: 1935
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Died: October 26, 1984
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Bill Elliott
(American Former Professional Stock Car Racing Driver)
Bill Elliott
2
Birth Year: 1955
Birthplace: Dawsonville, Georgia, United States
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CeCe Winans
(Musician, Singer)
CeCe Winans
5
Birth Year: 1964
Birthplace: Detroit

Born to a gospel singer father, CeCe Winans and her nine siblings would often sing at church events. The 12-time Grammy-winning artist soared to fame with her debut solo album, Alone in His Presence. She is also known for her collaborative tracks with her brother BeBe and her friend Whitney Houston.

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Louise Hay
(Writer)
Louise Hay
3
Birth Year: 1926
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
Died: August 30, 2017
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Peter Greene
(television actor, film actor, actor)
Peter Greene
3
Birth Year: 1965
Birthplace: Montclair, New Jersey
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Steven Bergwijn
(Surinamese-Origin Dutch Football Winger)
Steven Bergwijn
4
Birth Year: 1997
Birthplace: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Dutch footballer Steven Bergwijn is best known as a winger for Ajax. He has been a 3-time Eredivisie winner with PSV and an EFL Cup runner-up with Tottenham Hotspur. The Surinamese-origin player also plays for the Dutch national team and has been the 2014 UEFA European Under-17 Championship Golden Player.
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Sonny Barger
(Author)
Sonny Barger
5
Birth Year: 1938
Birthplace: Modesto, California, United States
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Gauri Khan
(Wife of Shah Rukh Khan)
Gauri Khan
12
Birth Year: 1970
Birthplace: New Delhi, India

Gauri Khan is an Indian film producer who co-founded the production company Red Chillies Entertainment along with her husband, Shah Rukh Khan. Also a well-known designer, Gauri Khan has designed spaces for renowned personalities like Ralph Lauren, Roberto Cavalli, Mukesh Ambani, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Karan Johar. In 2018, she was named in Fortune magazine's list of 50 Most Powerful Women.

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Martin Henderson
(New Zealand Actor Known for His Role in the American Medical Drama Series ‘Off the Map')
Martin Henderson
24
Birth Year: 1974
Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand

Martin Henderson is a New Zealand actor best known for his portrayal of Dr. Nathan Riggs in the popular American medical drama TV series, Grey's Anatomy. He has also played important roles in popular films like Bride and Prejudice, Everest, and Miracles from Heaven. Over the years, Martin Henderson has received nominations for the AFI Award and FCCA Award.

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Otto Heinrich Warburg
(German Physiologist, Medical Doctor and Winner of the 1931 Nobel Prize in Medicine)
Otto Heinrich Warburg
1
Birth Year: 1883
Birthplace: Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
Died: August 1, 1970

Otto Heinrich Warburg was a German medical doctor and physiologist. In 1931, his discovery of the nature of the respiratory enzyme earned him the prestigious Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. He also played an important role during World War I where he served as an officer in the cavalry regiment; he was honored with the Iron Cross for bravery.

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Ksenia Solo
(Actress)
Ksenia Solo
4
Birth Year: 1987
Birthplace: Latvian SSR, USSR [now Latvia]
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Walter Gretzky
(Known as the father of Canadian ice hockey icon Wayne Gretzky)
Walter Gretzky
1
Birth Year: 1938
Birthplace: Canning, Ontario, Canada
Died: March 4, 2021
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Michael Dudikoff
(American Actor Known for His Lead Roles in the 'American Ninja' and 'Bounty Hunters' Film Series)
Michael Dudikoff
2
Birth Year: 1954
Birthplace: Redondo Beach, California, United States

Best known for his roles in films such as American Warrior and Bachelor Party, Michael Dudikoff is also a martial artist, well-versed in Brazilian Jujitsu, Judo, Karate, and Aikido. A child psychology major, he has also worked in real estate and loves designing homes and bronze sculpturing.

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Edward Zwick
(Filmmaker)
Edward Zwick
1
Birth Year: 1952
Birthplace: Winnetka, Illinois, United States
 45 
Ardal O'Hanlon
(Comedian)
Ardal O'Hanlon
1
Birth Year: 1965
Birthplace: Carrickmacross, County Monaghan, Ireland
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Diana Hart
(Model, Writer)
Diana Hart
1
Birth Year: 1963
Birthplace: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
 47 
Faith Ringgold
10
Birth Year: 1930
Birthplace: Harlem
 48 
Jeremy Davies
(Best Known for His Role as ‘Dickie Bennett’ in the TV Series ‘Justified’)
Jeremy Davies
4
Birth Year: 1969
Birthplace: Traverse City, Michigan, United States

Jeremy Davies is best known as Ray Aibelli from Spanking the Monkey and as Corporal Upham from Saving Private Ryan. He has also appeared in the series Lost, has won an Emmy for the series Justified, and has earned a BAFTA for the video game God of War.

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Dale Dye
(Actor)
Dale Dye
3
Birth Year: 1944
Birthplace: Cape Girardeau, Missouri, USA
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Peter Stickles
1
Birth Year: 1976
Birthplace: Oswego, New York, United States

Personality Traits & Characteristic of Famous People Born on October 8

Personality
Disciplined and well-mannered, October 8th individuals are strong believers of justice and equality, a trait that is akin to all Librans. However, what makes them different from their counterparts is their competitive spirit and ambitious nature. Naturally shrewd, farsighted and witty, these people are great at organizing but not as neat and tidy as other Librans. They have a persuasive temperament and are good at negotiating and avoiding arguments. October 8th individuals are loyal, affectionate and creative. They are masters of words and not afraid to speak their mind. However, they do so tactfully and thus are well appreciated by others. Charming and charismatic, these people are emotionally quite sensitive but can be a little detached occasionally.

Health
The ill health and sickness experienced by those born on October 8th is mostly due to difficulty in dealing with stress. These people have a tendency to suffer from anxiety which makes them prone to restlessness, indigestion and nervous stomach. What’s more, the high level of tension lowers the confidence level of these individuals. October 8th borns need to learn the different relaxation techniques to get rid of stress and remain healthy and fit. Though these people are sensible eaters, they do need that extra exercise to remain in shape. It is recommended for these individuals to take up dancing or swimming for reaping the benefits of maximum healthiness.  

Finance
Financial security is not a matter of concern for individuals born on this date. These people are adept at handling finance and balancing their budget. Though they have the tendency to overspend and indulge in impulsive buying, their warm generosity only adding fuel to fire, October 8th borns have a natural talent for getting back on track. Overall, these people have fewer issues and troubles when it comes to financial stability.

Career
Born under the sun sign Libra, October 8th individuals have a natural affinity for justice, fairness and order. As such, while choosing a profession, these traits often become the determining force for selecting the appropriate job. However, since these people have artistic and business interests as well, these can even dominate the thinking while choosing the right job. Whatever the choice is, October 8th individuals mostly select a vocation that is satisfying and productive and one that fulfils their need for high standards.

Relationships, Marriage & Children
Relationships are sacred to October 8th born individuals. They are extremely sensitive and caring and take to heart the bonds that they share with their family, friends and associates. In matters of romance, they need a partner who is supportive and understanding. Once who does not rush in the matters of heart or criticizes and who knows how to quell the insecurities is the ideal mate for those born on this date. These people are typically caring, protective and devoted. Tender and soft, they however have closely guarded emotions and do not take kindly to lies and betrayal. As such, they need a partner who is completely faithful and trustworthy. As far as parenting is concerned, October 8th individuals find having children of much importance when settled. They believe in setting a high standard for their children. They can be disciplinarian but are tender and affectionate towards the little ones as well.

Lucky Color: Deep Blue, Black
Lucky Number: 8, 17, 26, 35, 44, 53
Lucky Days (of the week): Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Lucky Days (of the month): 8, 17, 26