January 3 is a remarkable day that has given the world a vibrant tapestry of celebrities whose talents span the silver screen, concert stages, sports arenas, and global activism. From Oscar-winning actors and rock legends to trailblazing athletes and passionate advocates for change, these iconic figures have captivated audiences and inspired millions with their creativity, dedication, and groundbreaking achievements.
- Mel Gibson (1956) – Renowned actor and filmmaker known for iconic roles in Mad Max and Lethal Weapon, and for directing the Academy Award-winning Braveheart.
- Victoria Principal (1950) – Actress and entrepreneur best known for her role as Pamela Barnes Ewing on the hit TV series Dallas.
- Danica McKellar (1975) – Actress recognized for playing Winnie Cooper in The Wonder Years and author of bestselling math books for young readers.
- Florence Pugh (1996) – Acclaimed actress known for her powerful performances in Little Women, Midsommar, and Black Widow.
- Eli Manning (1981) – Former NFL quarterback who led the New York Giants to two Super Bowl victories, earning MVP honors in both.
- Michael Schumacher (1969) – Legendary Formula One driver with a record-tying seven World Championships and numerous racing records.
- Jisoo (1995) – K-pop star and member of the globally popular girl group BLACKPINK, also known for her acting roles.
- Greta Thunberg (2003) – Environmental activist who sparked a global youth movement for climate action with her “Fridays for Future” campaign.
- John Paul Jones (1946) – Iconic bassist and keyboardist for the legendary rock band Led Zeppelin.
- Nicholas Gonzalez (1976) – Actor known for roles in The Good Doctor and Resurrection Blvd.
- Jason Marsden (1975) – Actor and voice actor recognized for roles in General Hospital and voicing characters in animated series like Fairly OddParents.
- Katie McGrath (1983) – Actress known for her roles in Merlin and Supergirl.
- Sanjay_Khan (1941) – Indian actor and filmmaker known for his work in Bollywood films and the TV series The Sword of Tipu Sultan.
- Gul Panag (1979) – Indian actress and model known for roles in Bollywood films like Dor and her advocacy for social causes.
- Naresh Iyer (1981) – Indian playback singer known for his work in Tamil and Hindi cinema, including Oscar-winning songs in Slumdog Millionaire.
- Navneet Kaur (1986) – Indian actress and politician known for her roles in Telugu and Kannada films.
- Sathyan Anthikad (1955) – Acclaimed Indian film director known for his work in Malayalam cinema, including films like Nadodikkattu.
- Bellamkonda Sreenivas (1993) – Indian actor known for his roles in Telugu films like Alludu Seenu.
- Nicole Beharie (1985) – Actress recognized for her roles in Sleepy Hollow and Shame.
- Victoria Duffield (1995) – Canadian singer and actress known for her pop music and roles in TV series like Mr. Young.