Famous People Born In 1960
Discover the most famous people born in 1960. The list includes people like Julianne Moore, Jeffrey Dahmer, Richard Ramirez, Sean Penn, Valerie Bertinelli and many more. This list of celebrities is loosely sorted by popularity. People featured on this list, include political leaders, directors, guitarists and football players born in 1960. This list includes people from United States, United Kingdom, Canada & Australia and many more countries.
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Diego Maradona(One of the Greatest Football Players in the History of the Sport)
Birthdate: 30th October
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Lanús, Argentina
Died: November 25, 2020
Nicknamed The Golden Boy, Diego Maradona is considered one of the greatest footballers of all time. Thanks to his popularity and controversial personal life, which includes drug abuse issues and addiction to cocaine, Diego Maradona became a world-renowned counterculture icon. He was also an iconic figure in popular culture.
Birthdate: 25th November
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Washington, D.C., United States
Died: July 16, 1999
John F Kennedy Jr was the son of former US President John F Kennedy. He tragically died at a young age of 38 when the plane he was flying crashed into the Atlantic Ocean off Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts in 1999. He was a lawyer and a journalist and had founded the trendy political magazine, George, which stopped publication in 2001.
Birthdate: 11th November
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Peekskill, New York, United States
American actor, Stanley Tucci, is known for a string of supporting roles that he’s played in many films since his debut in the 1985 film Prizzi's Honor. Some of his notable movies are Deconstructing Harry, Road to Perdition, The Terminal, The Devil Wears Prada, Julie & Julia and The Hunger Games film series.
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Julianne Moore(Actress and Author Known for Her Films: ‘The Lost World: Jurassic Park’, ‘Boogie Nights’ and ‘Still Alice’)
Birthdate: 3rd December
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Fort Bragg, North Carolina, United States
Widely regarded as one of the most accomplished and talented actresses of her generation, Julianne Moore was included in Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world list in 2015. One of the most decorated actresses, Moore specializes in playing emotionally troubled women. A campaigner for gun control and gay rights, she has also written several children's books.
Birthdate: 10th August
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Málaga, Spain
One of the most popular Spanish-American actors of all time, Antonio Banderas has made a name for himself in Hollywood. Apart from being a successful actor, he is also an accomplished businessman. A perfume industry veteran, Antonio Banderas has been working with the fragrance and beauty company Puig for several years and is the brand's most popular representative.
Birthdate: 11th April
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Doncaster, West Riding of Yorkshire
Jeremy Clarkson has come a long way from being a local journalist to becoming a recognized public personality, thanks to his appearance as a presenter in the popular TV show Top Gear. He is credited with making Top Gear one of the most successful shows in the UK. His tongue-in-cheek presenting style and writing often provoke a public reaction.
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Ayrton Senna(One of the Greatest F1 Drivers in the History of the Sport)
Birthdate: 21st March
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: São Paulo, Brazil
Died: May 1, 1994
Ayrton Senna was a Brazilian racing driver. Widely considered one of the greatest F1 drivers of all time, Ayrton had won the prestigious F1 World Drivers' Championship thrice. Following his fatal accident in 1994, several safety improvements were introduced to the sports' set-up; higher crash safety standards, redesigned tracks, and improved crash barriers became part of the sport.
Birthdate: 7th February
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
From playing a sexual voyeur to a sadomasochistic boss, James Spader has portrayed a variety of roles, establishing himself as a versatile actor. Despite suffering from strong obsessive-compulsive issues, James Spader has managed to succeed as an actor and hence serves as an inspiration to many who suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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Jean-Claude Van Damme(Actor Who is Best Known for His Martial Arts Action Movies ‘Bloodsport’, ‘Cyborg’ and ‘Kickboxer’)
Birthdate: 18th October
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Sint-Agatha-Berchem, Belgium
Belgian actor,Jean-Claude Van Damme is best known for a string of martial arts films. He started his career as a karate fighter and competed in a number full-contact and semi-contact matches. Later he took up acting and became a star with the 1988 Hollywood film, Bloodsport. Cyborg, Lionheart, Double Impact and Universal Soldier are some of his notable films.
Birthdate: 10th September
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Grayshott, England, United Kingdom
One of the most decorated English actors of his generation, Colin Firth has had a major impact in both British and American film industries. Also one of the most bankable actors, his movies have grossed over $3 billion worldwide. Also renowned for his activism, Colin was named in Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world list in 2011.
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Valerie Bertinelli(Actress and Television Personality Known for Her TV Shows: ‘Valerie's Home Cooking’ and ‘Kids Baking Championship’)
Birthdate: 23rd April
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Wilmington, Delaware, United States
Valerie Bertinelli, better known as Melanie Moretti from the sitcom Hot in Cleveland and Gloria from Touched by an Angel, has also appeared as a host on several culinary shows on Food Network. Her role as Barbara Cooper Royer in One Day at a Time earned her a Golden Globe.
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Tilda Swinton(British Actress Who is Known for Her Roles in Independent Films and Blockbusters)
Birthdate: 5th November
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: London, England
One of the most popular Scottish actresses of her generation, Tilda Swinton is known for portraying negative roles in both blockbusters and independent arthouse films. An Academy Award-winning actress, Tilda is also known for her impressive fashion sense; she was named by The Guardian as one of the fifty best-dressed over 50 in 2013.
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Jean-Michel Basquiat(American Artist Who Became Popular During the 1980s as Part of the Neo-Expressionism Movement)
Birthdate: 22nd December
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, United States
Died: August 12, 1988
Jean-Michel Basquiat was an American artist whose legacy has had an influence upon fashion, film, music, and literature. He serves as an inspiration to street artists as he started off as one, painting graffiti on buildings. After his death, at the age of 27, the value of his work has increased; in 2017, one of his paintings sold for a record $110.5 million.
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Bono(Lead Vocalist and Primary Lyricist of The Rock Band 'U2')
Birthdate: 10th May
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland
U2 frontman Bono he has earned more than 20 Grammys and has been named to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, along with the band. An avid philanthropist, he has also been associated with projects such as the ONE Campaign and Product Red, to aid countries such as Africa.
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Hugh Grant(English Actor Best Known for His Leading Roles in Romantic Comedies)
Birthdate: 9th September
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Hammersmith, London, England
The quintessential lover boy of British and American cinema, Hugh Grant is widely regarded as a meticulous performer who works hard on his acting and comic skills. One of the few celebrities to express disdain for celebrity culture, Grant's personal life has overshadowed his on-screen achievements. Also known for his charity work, Grant is a patron of Pancreatic Cancer Action.
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John Leguizamo(Comedian & Actor Know for His Role in 'Super Mario Bros' as 'Luigi')
Birthdate: 22nd July
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Bogotá, Colombia
John Leguizamo is a popular stand-up comedian and actor who is credited with voicing Sid the Sloth in the Ice Age film series. Over the years, John Leguizamo has also played a major role in helping the Hispanic community and has been honored by organizations, such as the Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors.
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Jennifer Grey(American Actress Known for Her Film ‘Dirty Dancing’)
Birthdate: 26th March
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
American actress, Jennifer Grey, is best known for the 1986 film Ferris Bueller's Day Off and the 1987 film Dirty Dancing. Bloodhounds of Broadway, Bounce, The Wind Rises and In Your Eyes are some of her other notable films. She has also acted in several television series. A rhinoplasty procedure in the 1990s is said to have affected her career for sometime.
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Tim Cook(Chief Executive Officer of 'Apple Inc.')
Birthdate: 1st November
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Mobile, Alabama, United States
Since taking over as the CEO of Apple, Inc. in 2011, till 2020, Tim Cook has, through his dedication, doubled its profits. He was the first Fortune 500 CEO to “come out” as gay, in 2014. A devoted philanthropist, Tim intends to donate most of his stocks to charity.
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Damon Wayans(Actor, Comedian and Member of the 'Wayans' Family of Entertainers)
Birthdate: 4th September
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Harlem, New York, United States
An important member of the popular Wayans family, Damon Wayans is a stand-up comedian and actor. Over the years, Damon Wayans has been a prominent and influential member of popular sketch comedy series, such as In Living Color and Saturday Night Live.
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David Duchovny(Best Known for Playing FBI Agent 'Fox Mulder' on the TV Series ‘The X-Files’)
Birthdate: 7th August
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: New York, New York, United States
David Duchovny is best known for his Golden Globe-winning roles of FBI Agent Fox Mulder in the sci-fi series The X-Files and Hank Moody in Californication. He is an environment enthusiast and advocates for the use of electric cars. He has released music albums, written books, and recorded audiobooks.
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Daryl Hannah(Actress Best Known for Her Role in the Films: 'Kill Bill', 'Blade Runner' and 'Splash')
Birthdate: 3rd December
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Daryl Hannah is best known for her Saturn Award-winning performances as Madison in Splash and Elle Driver in the Kill Bill movies. In 2017, she claimed she had been sexually harassed by Harvey Weinstein in the past. Hannah is a vegan and has struggled with autism in childhood.
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Jane Lynch(Actress, Comedian and Author Known for Her Role as ‘Sue Sylvester’ in the TV Series ‘Glee’)
Birthdate: 14th July
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Evergreen Park, Illinois, United States
Best known for her Emmy-winning performance as Sue Sylvester in Glee, Jane Lynch has also played major roles in the series Two and a Half Men and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and the film The 40-Year-Old Virgin. She has also voiced characters in animated films such as Wreck-It Ralph.
Birthdate: 22nd June
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Lawrence, Kansas
Legal consultant, environmental activist, and consumer activist Erin Brockovich is known for suing California-based Pacific Gas & Electric Company, alleging them of contamination of water with hexavelent chromium, in 1993. Her story inspired the Julia Roberts-starrer 2000 movie Erin Brockovich. She has written two books and hosted TV shows, too.
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Hugo Weaving(Best Known for His Role as ‘Elrond’ in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ Film Series)
Birthdate: 4th April
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Uch Ibadan organogram, Ibadan, Nigeria
Hugo Weaving is a British actor best known for playing the roles of suave villains, such as Agent Smith in The Matrix trilogy. Apart from being an actor, Weaving is also an animal rights activist; he serves as an ambassador for a non-profit animal protection charity called Voiceless. Over the years, he has played an important role in popularizing Voiceless.
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Hiroyuki Sanada(Actor & Martial Artist Known for His Role as ‘Genbu’ in the Film ‘Ninja in the Dragon's Den’)
Birthdate: 12th October
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Tokyo, Japan
Hiroyuki Sanada gained prominence when he starred alongside Tom Cruise, in The Last Samurai. It opened the gates of Hollywood for him which was followed by various television shows and films. He bagged in the Japanese Academy Award for Tasogare Seibei (The Twilight Samurai).
Birthdate: 10th December
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Northern Irish actor, director, and producer, Kenneth Branagh, is a respected figure in Hollywood. Beginning his career as a theater artist in Northern Ireland, he eventually moved to films. He is famous for starring in several film adaptations of William Shakespeare's plays. He has been nominated for the Academy Awards five times.
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Tony Robbins(American Motivational Speaker, Author and Businessman)
Birthdate: 29th February
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: North Hollywood, California, United States
Named one of Accenture’s Top 50 Business Intellectuals, motivational speaker, author, and philanthropist Tony Robbins is best known for books such as Awaken the Giant Within. His workshop Unleash The Power Within features a fire-walking exercise. He owns the Anthony Robbins Foundation and co-owns the Robbins-Madanes Center for Intervention.
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Nigella Lawson(English Food Writer, Television Cook, and Television Presenter)
Birthdate: 6th January
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Wandsworth, London, United Kingdom
Daughter of Nigel Lawson, former Chancellor of the Exchequer, Nigella Lawson has written several bestselling cookbooks and hosted many culinary shows. Winner of the British Book Award and the Guild of Food Writers Award, Nigella has previously worked as an editor and freelance journalist and also owns a cookware range.
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Neil Gaiman(Best Known for His Comic Book Series ‘The Sandman’ and Novels: ‘The Graveyard Book’ and ‘Stardust’)
Birthdate: 10th November
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Hampshire, England, United Kingdom
Author Neil Gaiman has written numerous novels, short stories, film scripts, and comics. He has won the Hugo, Bram Stoker, and Nebula awards, and the Carnegie and Newbery medals. Some of his best works are American Gods, Stardust, The Graveyard Book, and the comic series The Sandman.
Birthdate: 29th March
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
Actress, Annabella Sciorra, is known for her roles in films like Cadillac Man and Jungle Fever. The daughter of a fashion stylist, she was introduced to the world of glamour as a child. She studied dance and received training at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts before making her professional debut. She acts in both films and TV shows.
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Tracy Pollan(Best Known for Her Role as 'Ellen Reed' on the Sitcom 'Family Ties')
Birthdate: 22nd June
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Long Island, New York, United States
Tracy Pollan is an American actress, best known for playing Ellen Reed on the popular sitcom, Family Ties. She is also credited with co-authoring a cookbook titled The Pollan Family Table. Apart from housing family recipes, the book also contains invaluable cooking techniques and kitchen tips.
Birthdate: 29th January
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Died: November 18, 1986
A model who was active during the late 1970s and early 1980s, Gia Carangi was considered by many to be one of the first supermodels. She was featured on the covers of multiple fashion magazines, including editions of Vogue and Cosmopolitan. She also worked with various famous designers. She died of AIDS at the young age of 26.
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Reed Hastings(Businessman, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of ‘Netflix’)
Birthdate: 8th October
Sun Sign: Libra
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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Amy Grant(Singer, Songwriter and Musician Who is Popularly Known as 'The Queen of Christian Pop')
Birthdate: 25th November
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Augusta, Georgia, U.S.
Singer, songwriter, and musician, Amy Grant, is best known for her contemporary Christian music (CCM). Dubbed "The Queen of Christian Pop", she is the first artist to have a Christian album to go platinum. After gaining fame with Christian music in the 1980s, she successfully transitioned to pop music in the 1990s. She is also a published author.
Birthdate: 18th October
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Burbank, California, United States
Died: April 22, 2017
Birthdate: 18th November
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Queens, New York, United States
Elizabeth Perkins is an American actress known for playing important roles in popular TV series like Weeds, The Moodys, and Truth Be Told. An actress who is vocal about sensitive issues, such as sexual harassment, Perkins participated in a rally against sexual harassment in 2017 when she held a sign with the hashtag #MeToo along with the name James Woods.
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Sean Penn(Best Known for His Roles in the Films: 'Mystic River' and 'Milk')
Birthdate: 17th August
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Santa Monica, California, United States
Academy Award winner actor, Sean Penn, is known for his powerful and passionate performances. His work in Mystic River and Milk won him tremendous appreciation as an actor while Into the Wild and The Crossing Guard earned him positive review as a director. Sean Penn has also attracted media attention for his personal life, political views and humanitarian work.
Birthdate: 16th August
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Malibu, California, United States
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Oliver Platt(Best Known for His Roes in the Films: ‘Flatliners’, ‘Beethoven’, ‘Indecent Proposal’ and ‘The Three Musketeers’)
Birthdate: 12th January
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Windsor, Canada
Oliver Platt is best known for his Emmy-nominated roles in the series The West Wing, Huff, and Nip/Tuck. He has been part of movies such as Frost/Nixon, Dr. Doolittle, and Simon Birch, and has also voiced characters in animated films such as Wonder Woman and Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return.
Birthdate: 14th August
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, England
Classical crossover soprano and actor Sarah Brightman is best known for her international hit Time to Say Goodbye, sung with Andrea Bocelli. She has also performed in various West End and Broadway musicals, such as Cats and The Phantom of the Opera. She was previously married to Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Birthdate: 18th January
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Ashford, United Kingdom
Mark Rylance is an English actor, playwright, and theatre director. He is one of the eight actors to have been honored twice with the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play. He is also one of the eight people to have won the British Triple Crown of Acting, having received the BAFTA Television Award, BAFTA Film Award, and Laurence Olivier Award.
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Jason Beghe(Best Known for His Role in the TV Series ‘Chicago P.D.’)
Birthdate: 12th March
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: New York, New York, United States
Jason Beghe is best known for playing Hank Voight in Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., and other series of the Chicago franchise. He has also been part of films such as Phantom. He was once a follower of Scientology but later quit it and became a strong critic of the faith.
Birthdate: 17th June
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Woodland, California, United States
Thomas Haden Church is an American actor, writer, and director. He achieved international recognition for portraying Sandman in Sam Raimi's 2007 superhero film Spider-Man 3. Known for his intimidating physique and baritone voice, Church won the hearts of many with his portrayal of a light-hearted person named Jack Cole in the 2004 comedy-drama road film Sideways.
Birthdate: 9th March
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Linda Fiorentino is an American actress best known for her portrayal of Bridget Gregory in the 1994 neo-noir erotic thriller film The Last Seduction, for which she received a BAFTA Award nomination and won a couple of prestigious awards, including the New York Film Critics Circle Award.
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John Elway
(American football player)
Birthdate: 28th June
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Port Angeles, Washington, United States
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Kristin Scott Thomas
(Character actor, Stage actor, Film actor)
Birthdate: 24th May
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Redruth
Birthdate: 31st May
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: New York, New York, United States
Actor, comedian, and writer Chris Elliott is the winner of four consecutive Primetime Emmy Awards. Best known for playing Larry in the movie Groundhog Day, he has also appeared in many TV shows. Besides comedy and acting, he loves to write and is the author of four books spoofing history or pseudo-history.
Birthdate: 23rd February
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Tokyo Imperial Palace, Tokyo
Naruhito, the 126th emperor of Japan and the only living monarch to use the title “Emperor,” ascended the throne after his father Akihito’s abdication in 2019. Devoted to efforts of water conservation, Naruhito has also been part of the International Olympic Committee. He plays both the violin and the viola.
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Steve Vai(Guitarist, Composer and Songwriter Best Known for His Albums 'Flex-Able' and 'Passion and Warfare')
Birthdate: 6th June
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Carle Place, New York, United States
Three-time Grammy-winning guitarist and singer Steve Vai began his career as a transcriptionist for Frank Zappa and played for his band till he launched his solo career. Guitar World named him the “10th Greatest Guitarist. His music was featured in music videos such as Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.
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Howie Long
(American football player)
Birthdate: 6th January
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Somerville, Massachusetts, United States