May 31 is a notable day that celebrates the birthdays of a diverse array of influential figures across entertainment, sports, history, and more. This list of 50 celebrities highlights individuals born on this date, from iconic actors and musicians to groundbreaking athletes and historical pioneers, each leaving a lasting impact on their respective fields through their talent, innovation, and legacy.
People born on May 31.
Today’s List of Famous Birthdays
- Clint Eastwood (1930) – Hollywood legend known for starring in “Dirty Harry” and directing acclaimed films like “Unforgiven.”
- Brooke Shields (1965) – American actress and model, rose to fame with “Pretty Baby” and starred in “The Blue Lagoon.”
- Colin Farrell (1976) – Irish actor celebrated for roles in “In Bruges” and “The Batman,” known for his versatility.
- Lea Thompson (1961) – Actress famous for “Back to the Future” trilogy, also starred in “Caroline in the City.”
- Joe Namath (1943) – Football Hall of Famer, legendary quarterback for the New York Jets, known for Super Bowl III victory.
- John Bonham (1948) – Iconic drummer of Led Zeppelin, renowned for his powerful style and speed.
- Norman Vincent Peale (1898) – American clergyman and author of “The Power of Positive Thinking,” influential in self-help.
- Walt Whitman (1819) – American poet, known for “Leaves of Grass,” a cornerstone of modern poetry.
- Normani Kordei Hamilton (1996) – American singer, former member of Fifth Harmony, known for her solo hit “Motivation.”
- Farrah Abraham (1991) – Reality TV personality from “16 and Pregnant,” later became a singer and writer.
- Yael Grobglas (1984) – Israeli actress, gained fame for her role as Petra Solano in “Jane the Virgin.”
- Reece “Goose” Tatum (1921) – Harlem Globetrotters star, inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
- William Rockefeller Jr. (1841) – American businessman, co-founder of Standard Oil with his brother John D. Rockefeller.
- Nicola Formichetti (1977) – Fashion director, worked with Lady Gaga and served as artistic director for Diesel.
- Milorad “Milo” Čavić (1984) – Serbian swimmer, Olympic silver medalist in the 100m butterfly, former world record holder.
- Peter Yarrow (1938) – Folk singer of Peter, Paul and Mary, known for hits like “Puff, the Magic Dragon.”
- Sharon Gless (1943) – Actress best known for her role in “Cagney & Lacey,” a pioneering TV series.
- Gregory Harrison (1950) – Actor recognized for “Trapper John, M.D.” and “Falcon Crest.”
- Chris Elliott (1960) – Comedic actor and writer, known for “Groundhog Day” and “Schitt’s Creek.”
- Eric Christian Olsen (1977) – Actor known for playing Marty Deeks in “NCIS: Los Angeles.”
- Phil Keoghan (1967) – Host of “The Amazing Race,” a multiple Emmy Award winner.
- Christian McBride (1972) – Jazz bassist, composer, and bandleader, a prominent figure in modern jazz.
- Merle Dandridge (1975) – Actress known for her roles in “Greenleaf” and as a voice actress in “The Last of Us.”
- Andy Hurley (1980) – Drummer for the rock band Fall Out Boy, known for hits like “Sugar, We’re Goin Down.”
- Waka Flocka Flame (1986) – American rapper, known for his debut album “Flockaveli” and hit “No Hands.”
- Pablo Alborán (1989) – Spanish singer-songwriter, known for his soulful ballads like “Solamente Tú.”
- Alejandro Calva (1968) – Mexican actor, acclaimed for his work in film and theater, including “Zapata.”
- Alida Valli (1921) – Italian actress, dubbed “The Next Garbo,” known for her roles in European cinema.
- Darryl McDaniels (DMC) (1964) – Rapper and member of Run-DMC, a pioneering hip-hop group.
- George O’Brien (1899) – Actor in early Western films, later became a comedy writer and TV director.
- Jonathan Tucker (1982) – Actor known for roles in “The Virgin Suicides” and “Kingdom.”
- Auban Victor (1975) – French actor, recognized for roles in “L’Étranger” and “La Vie en Rose.”
- Sandrine Bonnelle (1980) – French fashion designer, known for her elegant haute couture designs.
- Paulette Lenart (1978) – German contemporary artist, celebrated for her abstract paintings on identity.
- Natasha Korolyova (1973) – Russian singer and actress, a prominent figure in the Russian entertainment industry.
- Zhang Xinyue (1992) – Chinese actress, known for dramas like “Eternal Love” and “The Untamed.”
- Sara Duterte (1978) – Mayor of Davao City, Philippines, known for her strong leadership in local governance.
- Eric Msabani (1985) – Kenyan marathon runner, competed in prestigious races like the Boston Marathon.
- Tyler Booth (1996) – American country singer, known for his soulful voice and Southern-inspired lyrics.
- Andy Hurry (1966) – English cricket coach, head coach of Somerset County Cricket Club.
- Margaret Beaufort (1443) – Mother of Henry VII, founded two Cambridge colleges, a key historical figure.
- Manuel I of Portugal (1469) – King of Portugal during the era of exploration, known as “Manuel The Fortunate.”
- Alessandro Allori (1535) – Italian painter and carpet designer, a notable figure in the Florentine school.
- Feodor I of Russia (1557) – Tsar of Russia, known for his brief reign during the Rurikid dynasty.
- Michał Wiśniowiecki (1640) – King of Poland, ruled during a tumultuous period in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.
- Marin Marais (1656) – French composer, known for his contributions to Baroque music and viola da gamba.
- Alexander Cruden (1699) – Scottish biblical scholar, compiled a concordance to the King James Bible.
- Richard Edgeworth (1744) – Anglo-Irish inventor and educationalist, known for his contributions to engineering.
- Ludwig Tieck (1773) – German writer, a key figure in the Romantic movement in literature.
- Louise Farrenc (1804) – French composer and pianist, the only female professor at the Paris Conservatory in the 19th century.