50+ Celebrities Born on January 24

Jules Burke
May 13, 2024 60 items

Stars align on January 24th, marking the birthdays of various celebrities who've made their mark in different fields. From actors, such as Mischa Barton, and singers, like Neil Diamond, to influential personalities, such as Frederick II of Prussia, this day seems to have a special sparkle for birthing fame. This list celebrates those stars, giving fans a chance to learn who shares this unique birthday and perhaps feel a little closer to their favorite celebs, like Sharon Tate. Whether it's for fun trivia or just satisfying curiosity, knowing which celebrities and historical figures both living and deceased light up the candles together on January 24 adds an extra layer of connection for fans around the world.

  • Mischa Barton, a British-American actress and model, was born in London, England on January 24, 1986. Her journey in the world of performance began at an early age; she attended the Professional Children's School in Manhattan and later graduated from the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. A child prodigy, Barton made her acting debut on the New York stage at the tender age of nine. Barton's breakthrough role came in 2003 when she was cast as Marissa Cooper in the American teen drama television series, The O.C. This role propelled her into the international limelight, earning her critical acclaim and several awards. Not one to be typecast, Barton has demonstrated her versatility with a wide array of roles across film, television, and theater. Some of her notable performances include roles in movies like Notting Hill and The Sixth Sense, and stage productions like Slavs! and Twelve Dreams. In addition to her acting career, Barton has also made her mark in the fashion industry. She became a fashion icon during her stint on The O.C., influencing trends with her character's distinct style. Barton capitalized on this influence by launching her own fashion line, thereby solidifying her status as a trendsetter.
  • Sharon Marie Tate Polanski (January 24, 1943 – August 9, 1969) was an American actress and model. During the 1960s, she played small television roles before appearing in films and was regularly featured in fashion magazines as a model and cover girl. After receiving positive reviews for her comedic and dramatic acting performances, Tate was hailed as one of Hollywood's most promising newcomers. She made her film debut in 1961 in Barabbas with Anthony Quinn. She was next seen in 1966 with the occult-themed Eye of the Devil. Her most remembered performance was as Jennifer North in the 1967 cult classic film, Valley of the Dolls, earning her a Golden Globe Award nomination. Tate's last completed film, 12+1, was released posthumously in 1969.On August 9, 1969, Tate and four others were murdered by members of the Manson Family in the home she shared with Polanski. At the time of her death, she was eight-and-a-half months pregnant with the couple's son.
  • John Belushi, an indelible figure in the world of comedy, was renowned for his incredible talent and dynamic personality. Born in 1949 in Chicago, Illinois, Belushi grew up in a loving Albanian-American family. His early life was steeped in arts and drama, and he developed a love for performing while attending Wheaton Central High School. This passion propelled him to study at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater before he made his way to Chicago's Second City theater, where he honed his comedic skills. Belushi's path to stardom began with his involvement in National Lampoon's Lemmings, a stage show that parodied the Woodstock Festival. His performance caught the attention of Lorne Michaels, who subsequently invited him to join the inaugural cast of Saturday Night Live (SNL) in 1975. Here, Belushi crafted unforgettable characters and sketches, setting the bar high for future comedians. His most famous SNL character, a Samurai warrior who was a master of unexpected professions, became a cultural icon. While Belushi's television career was soaring, his transition into film was equally successful. He starred in iconic movies like Animal House and The Blues Brothers, showcasing his versatility as both a comic and dramatic actor. Despite his professional success, Belushi struggled with personal demons. His untimely death in 1982 due to drug overdose sent shockwaves through the industry. His legacy continues to inspire new generations of comedians and performers, proving that his unique blend of humor, energy, and emotion is truly timeless.
  • Tatyana Ali is a highly versatile and accomplished artist known for acting, singing, and producing. Born on January 24, 1979 in North Bellmore, Long Island, New York, she is of Panamanian and Trinidadian descent. Ali's foray into the world of entertainment began at an early age when she made her breakthrough appearance on the iconic children's program, "Sesame Street," laying the foundation for her impressive career trajectory. Ali's acting prowess was brought to the forefront through her enduring role as Ashley Banks on the popular television sitcom, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Her character, which she portrayed from 1990 to 1996, became widely recognized and loved, propelling her into mainstream fame. Not one to rest on her laurels, Ali ventured into music and released her debut album, Kiss The Sky, in 1998. The album included the hit single, "Daydreamin'," which reached number six on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned her a gold certification. In addition to her acting and singing careers, Ali has also showcased her formidable talent behind the scenes. She worked as a producer on the television show, Buppies, demonstrating her skills in creating engaging and compelling content. Ali's work transcends the bounds of entertainment as she is also an active advocate for youth and education, having graduated from Harvard University in 2002 with a degree in African-American Studies and Government.
  • Nastassja Aglaia Kinski (born Natassja Aglaia Nakszynski, 24 January 1961) is a German actress and former model who has appeared in more than 60 films in Europe and the United States. Her worldwide breakthrough was with Stay as You Are (1978). She then came to global prominence with her Golden Globe Award-winning performance as the title character in the Roman Polanski-directed film Tess (1979). Other notable films in which she acted include the erotic horror film Cat People (1982), the Wim Wenders dramas Paris, Texas (1984) and Faraway, So Close! (1993), and the biographical drama film An American Rhapsody (2001). Kinski is fluent in four languages: German, English, French and Italian.
  • Born in Lansing, Michigan but raised in Tustin, California, Matthew Lillard found his calling in acting during his high school years. While attending the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Pasadena, his prodigious talent began to emerge, leading him to a breakout role in the cult classic Scream in 1996. His portrayal of the unhinged Stuart Macher left an indelible mark on the horror genre and kickstarted his Hollywood career. Lillard's career trajectory has been as diverse as it is distinct, with a filmography containing a mix of comedy, drama, and horror. However, he is perhaps best known for his voice-acting work as the lovable goofball Shaggy Rogers in the Scooby-Doo franchise. Whether taking on lead roles in movies like SLC Punk! and Without a Paddle, or lending his voice to animation, Lillard's ability to adapt his performances to suit the genre and character requirements is commendable. Off-screen, Lillard is equally multi-talented. He has ventured into directing, with Fat Kid Rules The World marking his directorial debut. He has also dabbled in producing, demonstrating his keen eye for storytelling. Lillard's commitment to his craft and his wide-ranging talents underscore his standing as one of the most versatile actors in Hollywood. Despite the highs and lows of his career, Lillard's passion for acting has remained unwavering, making him a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
  • Edward Parker Helms (born January 24, 1974) is an American actor, comedian, and singer. He is known for his work as a correspondent on The Daily Show as well as playing Andy Bernard in the NBC sitcom The Office, and Stuart Price in The Hangover trilogy. He also provided the voice of The Once-ler in Illumination Entertainment’s The Lorax and Captain Underpants in Dreamworks Animation's Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie.
  • Ernest Borgnine, born Ermes Effron Borgnino on January 24, 1917, in Hamden, Connecticut, was an American film and television actor whose career spanned over six decades. The son of Italian immigrants, Borgnine served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, after which he pursued his interest in acting, embarking on a journey that would lead him to become one of Hollywood's most respected character actors. Borgnine's breakthrough came in 1955 when he won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his unforgettable portrayal of a lovelorn butcher in Marty. This role catapulted him into stardom, and he went on to star in more than 200 films, including From Here to Eternity, The Wild Bunch, and The Poseidon Adventure. Despite his tough guy image, Borgnine was capable of great versatility, conveying vulnerability and depth in many of his performances. In addition to his successful film career, Borgnine also made a significant impact on television. He starred as the title character in the popular 1960s series McHale's Navy and later provided the voice of Mermaid Man in the animated series SpongeBob SquarePants. His work earned him numerous nominations and awards, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Screen Actors Guild in 2011. Ernest Borgnine passed away in July 2012, leaving behind a rich legacy of memorable performances that continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.
  • Kenya Summer Moore–Daly (born January 24, 1971), is an American actress, model, producer, author, television personality, and entrepreneur. She co-starred in the Bravo series The Real Housewives of Atlanta from 2012 to 2018 and from 2019 onwards and was a member of the cast of The Celebrity Apprentice 7 in 2015. Moore rose to prominence in 1993 after winning the Miss USA contest which led her to compete in that year's Miss Universe pageant ultimately landing her among the top six, but she did not take home the crown. She subsequently appeared in minor roles in films including Waiting To Exhale (1995) and Deliver Us From Eva (2003). Moore has produced several film projects, had a book published, and starred in her own exercise video.
  • Born in Brooklyn, New York, Neil Diamond is an iconic American singer-songwriter known for his melodic ballads and charismatic stage presence. With a career spanning over six decades, Diamond's contributions to the music industry have established him as one of the greatest pop artists in history. From humble beginnings as a songwriter in the famous Brill Building to becoming a multi-platinum-selling artist, Diamond's journey has been nothing short of remarkable. Neil Diamond's musical prowess became evident early in his career when he penned hits for other musicians including "I'm a Believer" for The Monkees. However, it was his own performances that catapulted him into superstardom. His songs such as "Sweet Caroline," "Cracklin' Rosie," and "Song Sung Blue" became international hits, earning him several prestigious awards and nominations. Diamond's music has transcended generations, thanks to his unique blend of pop, rock, folk, and country sounds. Apart from his successful musical career, Diamond also ventured into acting. His noteworthy performance in the 1980 film The Jazz Singer earned him acclaim. Yet, it is his music for which he is best remembered. His discography boasts 38 top 40 hits and he has sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Diamond was even inducted into both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He remains a beloved figure in the entertainment world, appreciated for his authentic lyrics, compelling voice, and captivating performances.
  • Kristen Joy Schaal (; born January 24, 1978) is an American actress, voice actress, comedian, and writer. She is best known for her voice roles as Louise Belcher on Bob's Burgers and Mabel Pines on Gravity Falls, as well as for playing Mel on Flight of the Conchords, Hurshe Heartshe on The Heart, She Holler and Carol Pilbasian on The Last Man on Earth. She also provides several voices for BoJack Horseman, most notably for the character of Sarah Lynn, for which she was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance. Other roles include Amanda Simmons on The Hotwives of Orlando, Hazel Wassername on 30 Rock, Victoria Best on WordGirl, Trixie in the Toy Story franchise, and Anne on Wilfred. She was also an occasional commentator on The Daily Show from 2008 to 2016. She also voiced Sayrna in a 2019 EA video game, Anthem.
  • Luis Alberto Suárez Díaz (born 24 January 1987) is a Uruguayan professional footballer who plays as a striker for Uruguayan Primera División club Nacional and the Uruguay national team. Nicknamed El Pistolero ('The Gunman'), he is known for his passing, finishing and comfort with the ball. Suárez is regarded as one of the best players of his generation and one of the greatest strikers of all time. Suárez has won two European Golden Shoes, an Eredivisie Golden Boot, a Premier League Golden Boot, and the Pichichi Trophy. He has scored over 500 career goals for club and country. At international level, Suárez is Uruguay's all-time leading goalscorer, and has represented his nation at three editions of the FIFA World Cup and four editions of the Copa América, as well as the 2012 Summer Olympics and the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup. He was named in the 2010 World Cup All-Star Team and won the 2011 Copa América, where he was awarded Best Player.
  • Riya Sen (born Riya Dev Varma; is an Indian film actress and model. Riya, who comes from a family of actors including her grandmother Suchitra Sen, mother Moon Moon Sen and sister Raima Sen, began her acting career in 1991 as a child actress in the film Vishkanya. Her first commercial success in her film career was with Style, a 2001 Hindi low-budget comedy directed by N. Chandra. Some of her other notable films include producer Pritish Nandy's musical film, Jhankaar Beats (2003) in Hinglish, Shaadi No. 1 (2005) and Malayalam horror film Ananthabhadram (2005). Riya was first recognised as a model when she performed in Falguni Pathak's music video Yaad Piya Ki Aane Lagi at the age of sixteen in 1998. Since then, she has appeared in music videos, television commercials, fashion shows, and on magazine covers. Riya has worked as an activist and appeared in an AIDS awareness music video with the aim of dispelling popular myths about the disease. She also helped raise funds for pediatric eye-care.
  • Frederick II (German: Friedrich II.; 24 January 1712 – 17 August 1786) ruled the Kingdom of Prussia from 1740 until 1786, the longest reign of any Hohenzollern king, at 46 years. His most significant accomplishments during his reign included his military victories, his reorganization of Prussian armies, his patronage of the arts and the Enlightenment and his final success against great odds in the Seven Years' War. Frederick was the last Hohenzollern monarch titled King in Prussia and declared himself King of Prussia after achieving sovereignty over most historically Prussian lands in 1772. Prussia had greatly increased its territories and became a leading military power in Europe under his rule. He became known as Frederick the Great (Friedrich der Große) and was nicknamed Der Alte Fritz ("The Old Fritz") by the Prussian people and eventually the rest of Germany.In his youth, Frederick was more interested in music and philosophy than the art of war. Nonetheless, upon ascending to the Prussian throne he attacked Austria and claimed Silesia during the Silesian Wars, winning military acclaim for himself and Prussia. Toward the end of his reign, Frederick physically connected most of his realm by acquiring Polish territories in the First Partition of Poland. He was an influential military theorist whose analysis emerged from his extensive personal battlefield experience and covered issues of strategy, tactics, mobility and logistics. Considering himself "the first servant of the state", Frederick was a proponent of enlightened absolutism. He modernized the Prussian bureaucracy and civil service and pursued religious policies throughout his realm that ranged from tolerance to segregation. He reformed the judicial system and made it possible for men not of noble status to become judges and senior bureaucrats. Frederick also encouraged immigrants of various nationalities and faiths to come to Prussia, although he enacted oppressive measures against Polish Catholic subjects in West Prussia. Frederick supported arts and philosophers he favored as well as allowing complete freedom of the press and literature. Most modern biographers agree that Frederick was primarily homosexual, and that his sexual orientation was central to his life and character. Frederick is buried at his favorite residence, Sanssouci in Potsdam. Because he died childless, Frederick was succeeded by his nephew, Frederick William II, son of his brother, Augustus William. Nearly all 19th-century German historians made Frederick into a romantic model of a glorified warrior, praising his leadership, administrative efficiency, devotion to duty and success in building up Prussia to a great power in Europe. Historian Leopold von Ranke was unstinting in his praise of Frederick's "heroic life, inspired by great ideas, filled with feats of arms ... immortalized by the raising of the Prussian state to the rank of a power". Johann Gustav Droysen was even more extolling. Frederick remained an admired historical figure through Germany's defeat in World War I. The Nazis glorified him as a great German leader pre-figuring Adolf Hitler, who personally idolized him. Associations with him became far less favorable after the fall of the Nazis, largely due to his status as one of their symbols. However, by the 21st century a re-evaluation of his legacy as a great general and enlightened monarch returned opinion of him to favour.
  • Stephen Fishbach is scheduled to appear on Survivor: Tocantins, the eighteenth season of reality show Survivor.
  • Daveed Daniele Diggs (born January 24, 1982) is an American actor, rapper, and singer. He is the vocalist of the experimental hip hop group Clipping and originated the role of Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson in the 2015 musical Hamilton, for which he won a Grammy Award and Tony Award.
  • Mary Lou Retton (born January 24, 1968) is a retired American gymnast. At the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, she won a gold medal in the individual all-around competition, as well as two silver medals and two bronze medals. Her performance made her one of the most popular athletes in the United States.Her gold medal was a historic win because Retton was the first-ever American woman to win the all-around gold medal at the Olympics.
  • Michelle Yvonne Hunziker (Swiss German: [miˌʃɛl ˈhʊntsɪkər], Italian: [miʃˌʃɛl ˈ(h)untsiker]; born 24 January 1977) is a Swiss-Dutch naturalized Italian television hostess, actress, model and singer.
  • Melissa Natalie Tkautz (born 24 January 1974) is an Australian actress, singer, model, presenter & real housewife of Sydney. As an actress Tkautz had the role of Nikki Spencer on the popular Australian TV soap opera, E Street, from September 1990 to May 1993. During the early 1990s she had a solo music career, performing mononymously as Melissa, and had top 20 hits on the ARIA Singles Chart with "Read My Lips" (Number One, June 1991), "Sexy (Is the Word)" (No. 3, September) and "Skin to Skin" (No. 16, April 1992). "Read My Lips" also became a Number One hit in Sweden. Her debut album, Fresh, was released in June 1992 and peaked at No. 15 on the ARIA Albums Chart. After her stint on E Street, Tkautz has appeared on Paradise Beach (1993–94), Pacific Drive (1996–98), All Saints (2001–02, 2004), Swift and Shift Couriers (2008, 2011) and Housos (2011). Her modelling career has included early child modelling, then as a teen in various pop entertainment magazines and from 1996 on fashion and men's magazines. On 4 December 2005, she issued her second solo album, Lost & Found, which provide a single, her cover version of "The Glamorous Life", which appeared in the top 40. In August 2011 she issued a compilation album, The Hits & More. In February 2009 Tkautz married a finance businessman, Kwesi Nicholas, her partner of five years; outside her performance career she uses her married name, Melissa Nicholas. Melissa is released a new single "The Key" on 26 May 2017.
  • Edith Wharton (; born Edith Newbold Jones; January 24, 1862 – August 11, 1937) was an American novelist, short story writer, playwright, and designer. Wharton drew upon her insider's knowledge of the upper class New York "aristocracy" to realistically portray the lives and morals of the Gilded Age. She was the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Literature in 1921. She was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame in 1996.
  • Hadrian was Roman emperor from 117 to 138. He rebuilt the Pantheon and constructed the Temple of Venus and Roma. He is also known for building Hadrian's Wall, which marked the northern limit of Britannia. Hadrian was regarded by some as a humanist and was philhellene in most of his tastes. He is regarded as one of the Five Good Emperors. Hadrian was born Publius Aelius Hadrianus into a Romanized family from Hispania of partial known Italian ancestry. Although Italica near Santiponce is often considered his birthplace, his place of birth remains uncertain, though it is known that his family has centuries-old roots in Hispania. His predecessor Trajan was a maternal cousin of Hadrian's father. Trajan never officially designated an heir, but according to his wife Pompeia Plotina, Trajan named Hadrian emperor immediately before his death. Trajan's wife and his friend Licinius Sura were well-disposed towards Hadrian, and he may well have owed his succession to them. During his reign, Hadrian traveled to nearly every province of the Empire.
  • Aaron Joseph Neville (born January 24, 1941) is an American R&B and soul vocalist and musician. He has had four platinum albums and four Top 10 hits in the United States, including three that went to #1 on Billboard's Adult Contemporary chart. His debut single, from 1966, was #1 on the Soul chart for five weeks. He has also recorded with his brothers Art, Charles and Cyril as The Neville Brothers and is the father of singer/keyboards player Ivan Neville. Neville is of mixed African-American, Caucasian, and Native American (Choctaw) heritage.
  • Warren Zevon, a musical figure of profound influence and character, was born on January 24, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois. Raised in a family with a turbulent history, his father was a notorious gambler linked with infamous mob figure Mickey Cohen. Despite this backdrop, Zevon discovered an escape through music, learning classical piano from a young age and later transitioning to folk and rock during his adolescent years. His educational journey includes a brief stint at Fairfax High School, Los Angeles, but he dropped out to focus on his burgeoning music career. Zevon's early professional life was marked by collaboration and experimentation. His initial foray into the music scene led him to form the lyme & cybelle duo with Violet Santangelo, achieving modest success with their single, "Follow Me." However, Zevon eventually went solo, producing his first self-titled album in 1969. Despite poor sales, he persisted, developing a reputation for his unique songwriting style, which often fused dark humor with raw accounts of human nature and the American experience. The pinnacle of Zevon's career arrived in the late '70s. His 1978 album, Excitable Boy, spearheaded by the hit single "Werewolves of London," thrust Zevon into the limelight. This album, characterized by its sardonic lyrics and rock rhythms, became a commercial success, solidifying his place in the annals of rock music. Beyond this, Zevon's legacy is punctuated by his struggles with alcoholism and his battle with lung cancer, which he confronted with courage until his death in 2003. Throughout, Warren Zevon's life and music continue to resonate, a testament to his indomitable spirit and unique perspective on the world.
  • Zack Kassian

    Zack Kassian

    Zack Adam Kassian (born January 24, 1991) is a Canadian professional ice hockey winger currently with the Edmonton Oilers of the National Hockey League (NHL). During his junior career, he won a Memorial Cup with the Windsor Spitfires in 2010. Selected 13th overall in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft, he began his career within the Buffalo Sabres organization before being traded to the Canucks in 2012. He played parts of four seasons with the Canucks before they traded him to the Montreal Canadiens in 2015. Kassian never played for the Canadiens as he was suspended for substance abuse issues, and was traded to the Oilers a few months later. Internationally, he competed with Canada's under-20 team at the 2011 World Junior Championships and won a silver medal. Listed at 6-foot-3 and 214 pounds, Kassian plays in the style of a power forward and is known for playing with aggression and physicality.
  • Benny Medina (born January 24, 1958) is the CEO of The Medina Company and son of the jazz drummer Ahmad "Benny" Medina. He has worked in the music business as a producer, talent manager and record executive. He has been involved in the careers of a variety of recording artists and performers throughout his career.
  • Griffin Reinhart

    Griffin Reinhart

    Griffin Reinhart is a Canadian ice hockey defenceman currently playing with the Bridgeport Sound Tigers of the American Hockey League as a prospect for the New York Islanders of the National Hockey League. He was selected fourth overall by the Islanders in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft. He was signed to a three-year entry level contract with the Islanders on August 2, 2012.
  • Frankie J. Grande is a theatrical producer.
  • Michael Lee Alfonso (January 24, 1965 – February 17, 2007) was an American professional wrestler. He was best known for his appearances with the American professional wrestling promotions Extreme Championship Wrestling, World Championship Wrestling and the World Wrestling Federation/Entertainment under the ring name Mike Awesome and for his appearances in Japan for with Frontier Martial-Arts Wrestling and All Japan Pro Wrestling as The Gladiator.Alfonso achieved the biggest success of his career in FMW as The Gladiator, where he became a three-time world champion, with two reigns as Brass Knuckles Heavyweight Champion and one reign as Independent Heavyweight Champion. His second Brass Knuckles Heavyweight Championship reign from 1996–1997 was the longest reign in the title's history, lasting for 489 days. During this reign, he defeated W*ING Kanemura to unify the title with the Independent Heavyweight Championship at the 1996 Year End Spectacular. He would then tour with ECW, where he became a two-time World Heavyweight Champion. He was a member of two separate stables Team Canada in both FMW and WCW.
  • Elliott Abrams (born January 24, 1948) is an American diplomat and lawyer who has served in foreign policy positions for Presidents Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush, and Donald Trump. Abrams is considered to be a neoconservative. He is currently a senior fellow for Middle Eastern studies at the Council on Foreign Relations. On January 25, 2019, he was appointed as Special Representative for Venezuela.He is best known for his involvement in the Iran-Contra scandal during the Reagan administration, which led to his conviction in 1991 on two misdemeanor counts of unlawfully withholding information from Congress. He was later pardoned by George H.W. Bush. During George W. Bush's first term, he served as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director on the National Security Council for Near East and North African Affairs. At the start of Bush's second term, Abrams was promoted to be his Deputy National Security Advisor for Global Democracy Strategy, in charge of promoting Bush's strategy of "advancing democracy abroad." In the Bush administration, Abrams was a key architect behind the Iraq War.
  • Jerry Maren

    Jerry Maren

    Gerard Marenghi (January 24, 1920 – May 24, 2018), known as Jerry Maren, was an American actor who played a Munchkin member of the Lollipop Guild in the 1939 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer film, The Wizard of Oz. He became the last surviving Munchkin following the death of Ruth Duccini on January 16, 2014, and was also the last surviving cast member with a speaking or singing role.