Famous People Born On October 23rd

The planetary position of the celestial bodies plays a dominant role in defining the personality traits of individuals. Those born on October 23rd fall under the zodiac sign, Scorpio. While the zodiacal group is ruled by Pluto, the date falls under the governance of Mercury. Together, the two planets determine the characteristic traits of those born on this date. October 23rd individuals are blessed with a spirited charm and charismatic appearance. They are enthusiastic and lively by nature and possess wittiness and a streak of curious independence. However, these individuals are prone to boredom very quickly and can have inflexible viewpoints. They can even show traits of excitability, possessiveness and untidiness, which can extend to undiplomatic and undisciplined behavior in an unfavourable situation.

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Ryan Reynolds
(One of the Highest-Grossing Actors of All Time Known for His Role of 'Deadpool' in ‘Marvel’ Films)
Ryan Reynolds
164
Birth Year: 1976
Birthplace: Vancouver, Canada
The charismatic Canadian-American actor and film producer, Ryan Reynolds is best known for his work in Deadpool, Green Lantern and The Proposal. The talented star, who was once named by People magazine as the Sexiest Man Alive, has also featured in a music video, acted in a web series, lent his voice to animation films and successfully ventured into business.
 2 
Pele
(One of the Greatest Football Players of All Time)
Pele
71
Birth Year: 1940
Birthplace: Tres Coracoes, Brazil

Brazilian football legend Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pele, was named the Football Player of the Century by the IFFHS. He called football “The Beautiful Game” and was one of the world’s highest-paid athlete for a while. His 1279 goals in 1363 games is a Guinness World Record.

 3 
Emilia Clarke
(Actress)
Emilia Clarke
170
Birth Year: 1986
Birthplace: London, England

Emilia Clarke rose to fame with the television series Game of Thrones, which garnered her international recognition and won her several awards. She has also starred in many films like Solo: A Star Wars Story and was named by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2019. Emilia also supports several charitable organisations. 

 4 
Weird Al Yankovic
(Known for his Album 'Mandatory Fun')
Weird Al Yankovic
24
Birth Year: 1959
Birthplace: Downey, California, United States
Five-time Grammy-winning artist Al Yankovic, or “Weird Al,” is known for his parodies of popular tracks and his trademark accordion. His hits include Eat It and Like a Surgeon, parodies of hits by Michael Jackson and Madonna, respectively. He has appeared in The Weird Al Show and written children's books.
 5 
Johnny Carson
(Comedian and Producer Best Known as the Host of ‘The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson’)
Johnny Carson
17
Birth Year: 1925
Birthplace: Corning, Iowa, United States
Died: January 23, 2005

Six-time Emmy Award-winner Johnny Carson was known for hosting NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. After serving in World War II, Carson started hosting radio shows and then graduated to TV. He also won the Presidential Medal of Freedom and is said to have inspired David Letterman.

 6 
Belle Delphine
(Internet Celebrity, Cosplayer and Model)
Belle Delphine
168
Birth Year: 1999
Birthplace: Cape Town, South Africa
A social media personality with a big fan following, Belle Delphine is known for her glamour and cosplay modelling on Instagram. She also has a YouTube channel, a patron page and TikTok account. However, her videos and photographs, because of their suggestive nature, have attracted criticism and controversies too.
 7 
Amandla Stenberg
(Actress and Singer Best Known for Her Films: ‘Colombiana’, ‘The Hunger Games’ and ‘Everything, Everything’)
Amandla Stenberg
38
Birth Year: 1998
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

Amandla Stenberg is an American singer and actress. An openly gay actress who identifies as non-binary, Stenberg is popular for voicing her opinion on cultural appropriation among other sensitive topics. A self-proclaimed intersectional feminist, Amandla Stenberg was named in Time magazine's Most Influential Teens list in 2015 and 2016. She was also named in Oprah Winfrey's SuperSoul 100 list.

 8 
Margaret Qualley
(Actress and Model)
Margaret Qualley
54
Birth Year: 1994
Birthplace: Kalispell, Montana, United States
Daughter of actor Andie MacDowell, Margaret Qualley is best known as Jill Garvey from The Leftovers and as Pussycat from Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Fans also loved her Emmy-nominated performance in Fosse/Verdon. A trained ballerina, she started modeling at 16 and has also worked with Chanel and Valentino.
 9 
Dwight Yoakam
(Singer-Songwriter, Actor and Director)
Dwight Yoakam
13
Birth Year: 1956
Birthplace: Pikeville, Kentucky, United States

Dwight Yoakam is an American musician, singer-songwriter, and actor. He is credited with popularizing honky tonk music, which he pioneered. In 2014, his song Guitars, Cadillacs was named in Rolling Stone magazine's 100 greatest country songs list. Yoakam has also starred in several films, such as Sling Blade, Panic Room, and The Minus Man.

 10 
Michael Crichton
(Best Known as the Author of “Jurassic Park” and the creator of the TV Drama “ER”)
Michael Crichton
9
Birth Year: 1942
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Died: November 4, 2008

Michael Crichton was an American filmmaker and author. He wrote several science-fiction books, which have sold more than 200 million copies. Many of his books, such as The Andromeda Strain, Jurassic Park, Congo, Rising Sun, and Disclosure, have been adapted into highly successful films. He is also credited with creating the popular medical drama TV series, ER.

 11 
Martin Luther King III
(Human Rights Activist)
Martin Luther King III
16
Birth Year: 1957
Birthplace: Montgomery, Alabama
The American civil rights activist has continued his legendary father Martin Luther King Jr.’s struggle for racial equality. Martin Luther King III headed the Southern Christian Leadership Conference founded by his father and endorsed Barack Obama’s nomination for American presidency. King fought against police brutality, but he also denounced capital punishment, saying he did not belive in retributional justice.
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Grant Imahara
(Known for His Work on the Television Series 'Mythbusters', on Which He Designed and Built Numerous Robots)
Grant Imahara
5
Birth Year: 1970
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
Died: July 13, 2020

Grant Masaru Imahara, a Japanese-American electrical engineer, roboticist, television host and actor, began his career at Lucasfilm, where he got involved with several big budget films including Star War franchise. Later, he joined MythBusters as a member of Build Tea and was well-known for his contribution in it. His other important works include White Rabbit Project, BattleBots, Star Trek Continues etc.

 13 
Carmella
(Professional Wrestler)
Carmella
9
Birth Year: 1987
Birthplace: Spencer, Massachusetts, United States
WWE wrestler Leah Van Dale, better known by her ring name, “Carmella,” competes for the SmackDown brand. She became the first female to successfully convert her WWE Money in the Bank opportunity. She was initially a cheerleader and a model, and has appeared in magazines such as Maxim and Esquire.
 14 
Kate del Castillo
(Mexican-American Actress)
Kate del Castillo
18
Birth Year: 1972
Birthplace: Mexico City, Mexico

Kate del Castillo is a Mexican-American actress. One of the most popular actresses in the world of telenovela, del Castillo was named in People en Español magazine's Stars of the Year list in 2007. Also a humanitarian, Kate del Castillo helped launch an international anti-trafficking program called the Blue Heart Campaign to fight human trafficking.

 15 
Alvaro Morata
(Spanish Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Striker)
Alvaro Morata
27
Birth Year: 1992
Birthplace: Madrid, Spain

Alvaro Morata is a Spanish professional soccer player who has represented popular clubs like Real Madrid, Juventus, Chelsea, and Atlético Madrid. He is also an important player for the national team, having gathered the experience of playing in high-pressure tournaments like the UEFA European Football Championship. A versatile player, Alvaro Morata is best known for his pace, energy, and technique.

 16 
Doug Flutie
(American football player)
Doug Flutie
4
Birth Year: 1962
Birthplace: Manchester, Maryland, United States
 17 
Sam Raimi
(Known for the cult horror comedy Evil Dead films and the original Spider-Man trilogy)
Sam Raimi
19
Birth Year: 1959
Birthplace: Royal Oak, Michigan, United States
 18 
Fabinho
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Midfielder)
Fabinho
14
Birth Year: 1993
Birthplace: Campinas, Brazil
 19 
Robert Trujillo
(Bassist for American heavy metal band Metallica)
Robert Trujillo
2
Birth Year: 1964
Birthplace: Santa Monica, California, United States
 20 
Saint Ignatius of Loyola
(Priest, Confessor and Founder of the Society of Jesus)
Saint Ignatius of Loyola
14
Birth Year: 1491
Birthplace: Azpeitia, Spain
Died: July 31, 1556

Saint Ignatius of Loyola was a  Spanish Basque Catholic priest and theologian in the 16th century. He was one of the founders of the religious order called the Society of Jesus and served as its first Superior General at Paris. He was an inspired spiritual director and the founder of what is today known as "Ignatian spirituality."

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Nick Bosa
(American football player)
Nick Bosa
6
Birth Year: 1997
Birthplace: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
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Diana Dors
(English Actress and a 'Sex Symbol' of the Mid 20th Century)
Diana Dors
11
Birth Year: 1931
Birthplace: Swindon, Wiltshire, England
Died: May 4, 1984

Diana Dors was an English singer and actress who became renowned as one of the most famous sex symbols of her generation in the UK. She achieved stardom, first as a blonde bombshell—who made headlines for organizing lavish parties—and later as a regular chat-show guest. Diana Dors’ life and career inspired a 1999 TV biographical film titled The Blonde Bombshell.      

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Sanjay Gupta
(American Neurosurgeon and Medical Reporter)
Sanjay Gupta
7
Birth Year: 1969
Birthplace: Novi, Michigan, United States

Born to Indian-origin parents in the U.S., Sanjay Gupta is an acclaimed neurosurgeon and medical writer. He has also had a successful stint as a medical reporter for CNN, covering medical issues at wars and disasters. He has played himself in the movie Contagion and is a skilled accordion player.

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Ang Lee
(Best Director for his work on the American films Brokeback Mountain and Life of Pi)
Ang Lee
12
Birth Year: 1954
Birthplace: Chaozhou, Pingtung, Taiwan
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Paul Kagame
(4th President of Rwanda)
Paul Kagame
5
Birth Year: 1957
Birthplace: Ruanda-Urundi
Paul Kagame has been the president of Rwanda since 2000. He has previously been the chairperson of the African Union, and the vice president and the defense minister of Rwanda. As part of the Rwandan Patriotic Front, he helped put an end to the Rwandan Genocide by the Hutu extremists.
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Frank Sutton
(Known for His Role as ‘Sgt. Vince Carter’ in the TV Series ‘Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C..’)
Frank Sutton
11
Birth Year: 1923
Birthplace: Clarksville, Tennessee, United States
Died: June 28, 1974
Frank Sutton is best remembered for his performance as Vince Carter in the series Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. He was a regular guest on Jim Nabors Hour and also appeared in series such as The Untouchables and Love American Style. He had earlier been a Purple Heart- and Bronze Star-winning sergeant. 
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Prabhas
(Actor)
Prabhas
24
Birth Year: 1979
Birthplace: Chennai

Prabhas is an Indian film actor best known for his contribution to the Telugu film industry. He achieved national recognition when he played the title role in the second highest-grossing Indian film, Baahubali. He is also one of the highest-paid Indian actors and has been featured in the Celebrity 100 list by Forbes India on multiple occasions.

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Andriy Yarmolenko
(Ukrainian Football Midfielder/Forward)
Andriy Yarmolenko
21
Birth Year: 1989
Birthplace: Saint Petersburg, Russia

Andriy Yarmolenko is a Ukrainian football player who plays as a forward or midfielder. He is the current captain of the Ukraine national football team. He is best known for his association with Dynamo Kyiv; he played for the team from 2008 to 2017. In 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2017, Andriy Yarmolenko was named Ukrainian Footballer of the Year.

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Sarah Bernhardt
(One of the Most Popular French Actresses of the Late 19th and Early 20th Century)
Sarah Bernhardt
4
Birth Year: 1844
Birthplace: Paris, France
Died: March 26, 1923

Sarah Bernhardt was a French actress known for playing important roles in popular French plays of the early-20th century.  Her decision to play Hamlet inspired Theresa Rebeck's play Bernhardt/Hamlet, in which Janet McTeer portrayed Sarah Bernhardt. In 1960, Bernhardt became the earliest born person to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

 30 
Sam Berns
(Activist)
Sam Berns
5
Birth Year: 1996
Birthplace: Providence, Rhode Island, U.S.
Died: January 10, 2014
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Seo In-guk
(South Korean Singer)
Seo In-guk
13
Birth Year: 1987
Birthplace: Yaeum-Jangsaengpo-dong, Ulsan, South Korea

Seo In-guk became a singing sensation after winning the Korean reality show Superstar K. As an actor, he has impressed audiences with series such as Reply 1997. A bone and cartilage disorder stopped his mandatory military service short. He is also trained in martial arts and has struggled with bulimia.

 32 
Masiela Lusha
(Actress and Author Known for Her Films: ‘Blood: The Last Vampire’ and ‘Sharknado: The 4th Awakens’)
Masiela Lusha
4
Birth Year: 1985
Birthplace: Tirana, Albania
Albanian-American actor Masiela Lusha is best known for her Young Artist Award-winning role of Carmen Lopez in George Lopez and has appeared in films such as Blood: The Last Vampire. She has written several poetry books and has also translated Mother Teresa’s poems. She is also associated with U.N. Women.
 33 
The French Angel
(French Professional Wrestler)
The French Angel
5
Birth Year: 1903
Birthplace: Ural Mountains, Russia
Died: September 4, 1954

Maurice Tillet was a Russian professional wrestler. A two-time AWA World Heavyweight Champion, Tillet was a very successful and popular wrestler at that time. He even appeared as The Swedish Angel in the 1949 American fantasy film Mighty Joe Young. Maurice Tillet was posthumously inducted into the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2012.

 34 
Mina Sundwall
(American Actress)
Mina Sundwall
16
Birth Year: 2001
Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
 35 
Jessica Stroup
(Actress)
Jessica Stroup
4
Birth Year: 1986
Birthplace: Anderson, South Carolina, USA
 36 
Minnie
(Singer)
Minnie
13
Birth Year: 1997
Birthplace: Bangkok, Thailand
 37 
Taylor Spreitler
5
Birth Year: 1993
Birthplace: Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States
 38 
Barron Hilton
(Former Chairman, President and CEO of 'Hilton Hotels')
Barron Hilton
3
Birth Year: 1927
Birthplace: Dallas, Texas, United States
Died: September 19, 2019

The second son of Hilton Hotels founder Conrad Hilton, Barron Hilton was initially a skilled photographer and had even learned to fly planes. A sports enthusiast, he had also been the AFL president. A philanthropist, too, he left 97% of his wealth to his own charitable foundation.

 39 
Zach Callison
(Singer and Voice Actor Known for His Voice in TV Series ‘Steven Universe’)
Zach Callison
17
Birth Year: 1997
Birthplace: St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Best known for voicing Steven Universe in the TV series and film franchise of the same name, Zach Callison had started acting at age 7. He has also voiced Billy Batson in several DC films, appeared in the series The Goldbergs, and released alternative rock and rap rock singles.

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Jon Huertas
1
Birth Year: 1969
Birthplace: New York, New York, United States
 41 
Randy Pausch
(Educationist)
Randy Pausch
1
Birth Year: 1960
Birthplace: Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Died: July 25, 2008
 42 
Gummo Marx
(Actor, Comedian, Inventor)
Gummo Marx
2
Birth Year: 1892
Birthplace: Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States
Died: April 21, 1977
 43 
Anita Roddick
(British Businesswoman and Human Rights Activist)
Anita Roddick
4
Birth Year: 1942
Birthplace: Littlehampton, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Died: September 10, 2007

Anita Roddick was a British businesswoman and human rights activist. She was also a passionate crusader for environmental issues. She founded the British version of The Body Shop, now The Body Shop International Limited. Her company was among the first to prohibit the use of ingredients tested on animals in some products. She was also involved with Greenpeace.  

 44 
John Heisman
(Coach)
John Heisman
0
Birth Year: 1869
Birthplace: Cleveland Cleveland, Ohio
Died: October 3, 1936
 45 
Nancy Grace
(Commentator)
Nancy Grace
19
Birth Year: 1959
Birthplace: Macon, Georgia, United States

A popular legal commentator and television journalist, Nancy Grace has hosted many TV shows, including an eponymous nightly celebrity news show. An alumnus of the Walter F. George School of Law and New York University, she worked in a legal career before her stint in broadcasting. She is both praised and criticized for her outspoken style.

 46 
Peter Griffith
(Actor)
Peter Griffith
2
Birth Year: 1933
Birthplace: Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Died: May 14, 2001
 47 
Priscilla Faia
2
Birth Year: 1985
Birthplace: Victoria, Canada
 48 
James Daly
(Actor)
James Daly
1
Birth Year: 1918
Birthplace: Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, U.S.
Died: July 3, 1978
 49 
Briana Evigan
(Actress)
Briana Evigan
2
Birth Year: 1986
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, USA
 50 
Shin Won-ho
(Singer)
Shin Won-ho
6
Birth Year: 1991
Birthplace: South Korea

Personality Traits & Characteristic of Famous People Born on October 23

Personality
Charming personality and confident mannerism are quintessential characteristics that every Scorpion possesses and October 23rd individuals are no exceptions. However, what makes them unique and distinctive is their highly imaginative mind and amazing communication skills. Endowed with an insightful nature, these people are usually good at gathering information and uncovering secrets and have the ability to learn quickly from lessons in life. They have an inquisitive investigative mind that is very capable, self-motivated and decisive. October 23rd individuals possess a great sense of humor and have a fondness for challenges. They love to be in a social gathering and have an outgoing and friendly disposition but these people equally value privacy and solitude.

Health
The healthiness and well-being of individuals born on October 23rd is strictly decent. These people have a careless attitude and thus are prone to illness and sickness. Also, since they are prone to emotional instability, they face a dip in their overall vitality. Those October 23rd individuals who enjoy a healthy constitution, it is more so because of their luck rather than their care. Individuals born on this date should take health issues seriously. Having restful sleep is important for maintaining overall well-being. They should even consider growing and cooking their own food, as this would not only help them fulfil the nutritional deficiencies, but also keep the waistline issue under check and vigilance.

Finance
A financial crisis is a situation that is unknown to individuals born on October 23rd. Not that these people are blessed with a superfluous flow of money, it is just that they are great at managing finances. Handling money is an art that October 23rd individuals are masters of. They know the skill of managing finances and thus, rarely run into cash flow problem. Also, these people do not indulge in any sort of impulsive buying and instead, re-direct their energy towards saving for the future. They are more concerned about a secured future rather than spending their money away.

Career
October 23rd individuals aim for an emotionally satisfying career, rather than one which assures a high rate of pay. Endowed with high levels of curiosity and insight, individuals with this birthday are full of energetic confidence and have excellent research skills. They look to proffer meaningful valuable service and hence are satisfied vocationally only when they feel that the job fulfils their need to be helpful and productive.

Relationships, Marriage & Children
Scorpions born on October 23rd are idealistic people in matters of love and romance. They look for a soul mate with whom they can build a strong intuitive connection. These people are fiercely loyal in a long term committed relationship and expect the same to be returned. They may overlook even the biggest fault of their lover with a smile but if it is loyalty which is in question, these people are not the ones to forgive and forget. October 23rd individuals are madly and deeply in love and can go to any length to expressive their heartfelt emotions. They are affectionate, caring, attentive, protective and truly devoted to their partner. They have an incredibly giving temperament and are intensely passionate towards their lover, but with strong streaks of jealousy and possessiveness. October 23rd men and women make excellent parents. They are affectionate and protective of their children and are concerned with giving the little ones a sense of reliance and independence.

Lucky Color: Green
Lucky Number: 5, 14, 23, 32, 41, 50
Lucky Days (of the week): Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Lucky Days (of the month): 5, 14, 23