50+ Celebrities Born on January 26

Jules Burke
May 13, 2024 60 items

January 26 is more than just another day on the calendarā€”it's a date that has given the world some of its most beloved celebrities. From Hollywood stars, such as Paul Newman, to sports icons, like Wayne Gretzky, this list celebrates those famous faces who share this special birthday.

Why focus on celebrities, like Ellen DeGeneres, and historical figures, such as Douglas MacArthur, both living and deceased born on January 26? It's fascinating to see the diverse talents and personalities born under the same astrological sign, Aquarius. Each has made significant contributions in their respective fields, impacting fans and industries alike. So, letā€™s roll out the red carpet and get to know these stars a little better!

  • Ellen DeGeneres
    Born in Metairie, Louisiana in 1958, Ellen DeGeneres began her career as a stand-up comedian in the early 1980s, performing at small clubs and coffeehouses before eventually breaking into the mainstream. Her unique brand of humor, characterized by observational comedy and self-deprecating wit, quickly gained traction and led to her first big break in 1986 when she was invited to perform on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. This appearance catapulted DeGeneres into the national spotlight, marking the start of a long and successful career in comedy. In 1994, DeGeneres took her talent to television with the launch of her sitcom, Ellen. The show was a critical and commercial success, earning numerous accolades and becoming one of the highest-rated programs on ABC. However, it was in 1997 that DeGeneres made history: in a groundbreaking episode of the show, her character came out as gay, making Ellen the first prime-time sitcom to feature an openly gay leading character. This event mirrored DeGeneres' own life, as she publicly came out as gay around the same time. DeGeneres' influence extends beyond comedy. In 2003, she ventured into daytime television with The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which quickly became one of the most popular talk shows in America. Over its run, the show has won multiple Daytime Emmy Awards and has been lauded for its positive depiction of LGBTQ+ individuals. Additionally, DeGeneres has used her platform to advocate for various charitable causes, including animal rights and disaster relief.
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  • Paul Newman
    Paul Newman, a name that resonates with the golden age of Hollywood, was a man who wore many hats - actor, director, producer, race car driver, and philanthropist. Born on January 26, 1925, in Shaker Heights, Ohio, Newman's interest in theater began at a young age. After serving in the Navy during World War II, he embarked on his acting journey, enrolling at the Yale School of Drama and later studying under Lee Strasberg at the Actors Studio in New York City. Newman's career took a monumental turn when he starred in the film Somebody Up There Likes Me in 1956. His piercing blue eyes and natural acting talent quickly made him one of Hollywood's leading men. Throughout his career, Newman's performances were lauded, earning him numerous accolades, including an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in The Color of Money in 1986. He also directed several films, showcasing his knack for storytelling from behind the camera. Beyond the world of entertainment, Newman had a passion for auto racing, a hobby he picked up while filming the 1969 movie Winning. Proving his prowess on the racetrack, Newman won several national championships as a driver in the Sports Car Club of America. He combined his love for racing with his dedication to giving back, co-founding the nonprofit Newman's Own, which donates all post-tax profits to charity.
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  • Wayne Gretzky
    Wayne Gretzky, celebrated as "The Great One," is widely acclaimed as the greatest hockey player of all time. Born on January 26, 1961, in Brantford, Ontario, Canada, Gretzky showed exceptional promise from a young age, honing his skills in backyard rinks and local leagues. He entered the National Hockey League (NHL) at 17, playing for the Edmonton Oilers and subsequently for the Los Angeles Kings, St. Louis Blues, and New York Rangers before his retirement in 1999. Gretzky's career was one marked by records and superlatives. He holds the record for the most goals scored in a single season, netting 92 in the 1981-82 season. His point total - the sum of goals and assists - reached an astounding 2,857, a figure that remains unsurpassed. His name also graces the Stanley Cup four times, all with the Oilers, and he has been awarded the Hart Trophy for the league's Most Valuable Player an impressive nine times. Despite his retirement, Gretzky's influence on the sport continues. After hanging up his skates, he served as Executive Director for the Canadian men's hockey team during the 2002 Winter Olympics, leading them to a gold medal. He also coached the Phoenix Coyotes in the NHL from 2005 to 2009. His impact on the game has been recognized with numerous accolades, including induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame immediately after his retirement, bypassing the usual three-year waiting period. Wayne Gretzky's legacy in the world of hockey remains unparalleled, a testament to his incredible talent and dedication to the sport.
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  • Sasha Banks
    Mercedes Justine Kaestner-Varnado (born January 26, 1992) is an American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE as a member of the SmackDown brand under the ring name Sasha Banks. Banks previously wrestled on the independent circuit, most notably for Chaotic Wrestling, where she won the Chaotic Wrestling Women's Championship. She signed with WWE in 2012 and was assigned to the NXT brand. She was promoted to WWE's main roster in 2015. Her match against Bayley at NXT TakeOver: Respect in October 2015 was the first women's match to ever headline a NXT TakeOver, the first iron woman match in WWE history, and the longest women's match in WWE history at the time with a length of 30 minutes. Their match was voted by Pro Wrestling Illustrated (PWI) as Match of the Year, with Banks also being voted as Woman of the Year.
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  • Eddie Van Halen
    Edward Lodewijk Van Halen (January 26, 1955 - October 6, 2020) was a Dutch-American musician, songwriter, and producer. He was the main songwriter and founderā€”with brother and drummer Alex Van Halen, bassist Mark Stone, and singer David Lee Rothā€”of the American hard rock band Van Halen. In 2012, he was voted number one in a Guitar World magazine reader's poll for "The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time".
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  • Jerry Sandusky
    Gerald Arthur Sandusky (born January 26, 1944) is an American retired college football coach who was convicted of rape and child sexual abuse. Sandusky served as an assistant coach for his entire career, mostly at Pennsylvania State University under Joe Paterno, from 1969 to 1999. He received "Assistant Coach of the Year" awards in 1986 and 1999. Sandusky authored several books related to his football coaching experiences. In 1977, Sandusky founded The Second Mile, a non-profit charity serving Pennsylvania's underprivileged and at-risk youth. After Sandusky's 1999 retirement as assistant coach at Penn State, he continued working with The Second Mile at Penn State, maintaining an office at the university until 2011. In 2011, following a two-year grand jury investigation, Sandusky was arrested and charged with 52 counts of sexual abuse of young boys over a 15-year period from 1994 to 2009. He met his molestation victims through The Second Mile; they were participating in the organization. Several of them testified against Sandusky in his sexual abuse trial. Four of the charges were subsequently dropped. On June 22, 2012, Sandusky was found guilty on 45 of the 48 remaining charges. Sandusky was sentenced on October 9, 2012, to 30 to 60 years in prisonā€”at his age, effectively a life sentence. On October 18, 2012, Sandusky's lawyers appealed his conviction in Centre County Court in Pennsylvania. They claim that they did not have enough time to prepare for their client's case. On October 31, 2012, Sandusky was moved to Pennsylvania's SCI Greene "supermax" prison to serve his sentence. On January 30, 2013, Pennsylvania Judge John Cleland denied Sandusky's request for a new trial.
  • Sara Rue
    Sara Rue (born January 26, 1979) is an American actress. She is known for her performances as Carmen Ferrara on Popular, and as Claude Casey on Less than Perfect. In 2011, she hosted The CW reality series Shedding for the Wedding. She had a recurring role in the comedy Rules of Engagement, where she played Brenda, the softball teammate and good friend of Jeff Bingham. She also had a regular role as Kim on the short-lived ABC sitcom Malibu Country, and appeared in the main cast of the TV Land comedy series Impastor. She is also known for her role as Olivia Caliban in the second season of A Series of Unfortunate Events.
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  • Anita Baker
    Anita Baker, an American singer-songwriter, continues to captivate audiences with her soulful voice and intricate melodies. Born on January 26, 1958, in Toledo, Ohio, she was fostered and raised in Detroit, Michigan. Her musical journey began in the late 1970s as part of the funk band, Chapter 8. Baker launched herself into the limelight with her solo career in 1983. Her debut album, The Songstress, received moderate success triggering a promising beginning. But it was her second album, Rapture, that established her as a powerhouse in the music industry. The album included the hit single "Sweet Love," which won her the Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance in 1987. This was only the start of an illustrious career that saw her bag eight Grammy Awards amongst numerous other accolades. Despite the dizzying heights of fame, Baker chose to prioritize her personal life, taking a hiatus at the peak of her career in the early 1990s. At this time, she decided to focus on her family, showcasing her dedication and commitment to maintaining a balanced life. This break did not hinder her influence or popularity, as her return to the music scene continued to be greeted with immense warmth and respect. Anita Baker's legacy is one of musical brilliance intertwined with personal strength, marking her as an icon in the realm of R&B music.
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  • Angela Davis
    Angela Davis, a name synonymous with political activism and academia, was born on January 26, 1944, in Birmingham, Alabama. Known primarily as a radical African American educator and activist for civil rights, Davis's early life was marked by racial segregation and societal turmoil. Her involvement in the Civil Rights Movement started at an early age, with the influences of her mother, Sallye Davis - an active member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Davis pursued her desire for knowledge and equality beyond the confines of her hometown, earning her Bachelor's degree from Brandeis University in Massachusetts. She further augmented her expertise by studying philosophy at the University of Frankfurt in Germany. Davis's intellectual journey didn't end there - she continued her quest for knowledge at the University of California, San Diego, where she earned her Ph.D. in philosophy under the guidance of renowned philosopher Herbert Marcuse. Her career as an academic is marked by her tenure as a professor at UCLA, which was marred by controversy due to her association with the Communist Party USA. Davis's political career took a sharp turn when she was charged in connection with the armed takeover of a California courtroom in 1970. Her arrest and subsequent trial became a flashpoint for debate about racial prejudice and justice. Acquitted on all charges in 1972, Davis went on to become a prolific author and lecturer, addressing issues of race, women's rights, and the criminal justice system.
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  • Bob Uecker

    Bob Uecker

    Robert George Uecker ( YOO-kər; born January 26, 1934) is an American former Major League Baseball (MLB) player and current sportscaster, comedian, and actor. Facetiously dubbed "Mr. Baseball" by TV talk show host Johnny Carson, Uecker has served as a play-by-play announcer for Milwaukee Brewers radio broadcasts since 1971. He was honored by the National Baseball Hall of Fame with its 2003 Ford C. Frick Award in recognition of his broadcasting career.
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  • Colin O'Donoghue
    Colin Arthur O'Donoghue (born 26 January 1981) is an Irish actor and musician, best known for portraying Captain Killian "Hook" Jones on the TV show Once Upon a Time. He appeared in the 2011 horror thriller film The Rite (2011) as a sceptical novice priest, Michael Kovak.
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  • Douglas MacArthur
    General of the Army Douglas MacArthur (January 26, 1880 ā€“ April 5, 1964) was an American five-star general and Field Marshal of the Philippine Army. He was Chief of Staff of the United States Army during the 1930s and played a prominent role in the Pacific theater during World War II. He received the Medal of Honor for his service in the Philippines Campaign, which made him and his father Arthur MacArthur Jr. the first father and son to be awarded the medal. He was one of only five to rise to the rank of General of the Army in the US Army, and the only one conferred the rank of field marshal in the Philippine Army. Raised in a military family in the American Old West, MacArthur was valedictorian at the West Texas Military Academy, and First Captain at the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he graduated top of the class of 1903. During the 1914 United States occupation of Veracruz, he conducted a reconnaissance mission, for which he was nominated for the Medal of Honor. In 1917, he was promoted from major to colonel and became chief of staff of the 42nd (Rainbow) Division. In the fighting on the Western Front during World War I, he rose to the rank of brigadier general, was again nominated for a Medal of Honor, and was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross twice and the Silver Star seven times. From 1919 to 1922, MacArthur served as Superintendent of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, where he attempted a series of reforms. His next assignment was in the Philippines, where in 1924 he was instrumental in quelling the Philippine Scout Mutiny. In 1925, he became the Army's youngest major general. He served on the court-martial of Brigadier General Billy Mitchell and was president of the American Olympic Committee during the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam. In 1930, he became Chief of Staff of the United States Army. As such, he was involved in the expulsion of the Bonus Army protesters from Washington, D.C. in 1932, and the establishment and organization of the Civilian Conservation Corps. He retired from the US Army in 1937 to become Military Advisor to the Commonwealth Government of the Philippines. MacArthur was recalled to active duty in 1941 as commander of United States Army Forces in the Far East. A series of disasters followed, starting with the destruction of his air forces on 8 December 1941 and the Japanese invasion of the Philippines. MacArthur's forces were soon compelled to withdraw to Bataan, where they held out until May 1942. In March 1942, MacArthur, his family and his staff left nearby Corregidor Island in PT boats and escaped to Australia, where MacArthur became Supreme Commander, Southwest Pacific Area. Upon his arrival, MacArthur gave a speech in which he famously promised "I shall return" to the Philippines. After more than two years of fighting in the Pacific, he fulfilled that promise. For his defense of the Philippines, MacArthur was awarded the Medal of Honor. He officially accepted the Surrender of Japan on 2 September 1945 aboard the USS Missouri, which was anchored in Tokyo Bay, and he oversaw the occupation of Japan from 1945 to 1951. As the effective ruler of Japan, he oversaw sweeping economic, political and social changes. He led the United Nations Command in the Korean War with initial success; however, the controversial invasion of North Korea provoked Chinese intervention. Following a series of major defeats, he was removed from command by President Harry S. Truman on 11 April 1951. He later became chairman of the board of Remington Rand.
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  • Sebastian Giovinco
    Sebastian Giovinco (Italian pronunciation: [seĖˆbastjan dŹ’oĖˆviŋko]; born 26 January 1987) is an Italian professional footballer who plays for Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal and the Italy national team as a forward. A quick and creative player on the ball, with excellent vision, technical skills, and an eye for goal, he is a free kick specialist and is capable of playing in several offensive positions. Due to his short stature, dynamic abilities and pace, Giovinco acquired the nickname formica atomica ("atomic ant", after the eponymous Hanna-Barbera character) in his youth. In 2015, he was named one of the 100 best footballers in the world by The Guardian, FourFourTwo, and L'Ɖquipe.Giovinco began his professional footballing career with Italian club Juventus in Serie B in 2006, where he was promoted to the first team after his success with the club's youth squad; in his first season, he helped the senior side win the title and earn promotion to Serie A, establishing himself as a promising prospect in the number 10 role. After struggling to break into the starting line-up however, he spent successful stints on loan with Italian clubs Empoli and Parma, where he matured as a player, before earning a move back to Juventus in 2012. Upon his return to the Turin club, he won two consecutive league titles, but once again struggled to maintain a spot in the team's starting eleven. This resulted in a high-profile move to Toronto FC of Major League Soccer in early 2015, in a deal which made him the league's highest paid player. After joining the Canadian club, Giovinco soon established himself as one of the best players in MLS. During his first year with the club, he broke several league records, including the record for most combined goals and assists in a single season, also helping Toronto FC to qualify for the MLS Cup Playoffs for the first time in the club's history, and winning himself the MLS Golden Boot, the MLS Newcomer of the Year Award, and the MLS MVP Award. In 2016, he won his first title with Toronto FC, the 2016 Canadian Championship, and became the club's all-time top goalscorer, helping the club to qualify for the Playoffs once again, reaching the MLS Cup Final. In 2017, he won his second Canadian Championship, winning the George Gross Memorial Trophy for the best player of the competition, captured the Supporters' Shield, and also won the 2017 MLS Cup with Toronto FC ā€” for a domestic treble. In 2018, Giovinco helped Toronto FC reach the final of the CONCACAF Champions League, and was awarded the Golden Ball as the tournament's best player, also capturing his third consecutive Canadian Championship with the club, although Toronto FC failed to qualify for the Playoffs. At international level, Giovinco has represented Italy at all levels since first being called up by the under-16 side in 2003; at youth level, he took part at the 2008 Summer Olympics with the Italian under-23 side, and later helped the Italy under-21 side to the semi-finals of the 2009 UEFA European Under-21 Football Championship. He made his debut with the Italy senior side in 2011, and he later took part at UEFA Euro 2012; winning a runners-up medal, and at the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup; winning a bronze medal, and also scoring his first international goal during the tournament.
  • Bessie Coleman

    Bessie Coleman

    Bessie Coleman (January 26, 1892 ā€“ April 30, 1926) was an early American civil aviator. She was the first woman of African-American descent, and the first of Native American descent, to hold a pilot license. She achieved her international pilot license in 1921.Born to a family of sharecroppers in Texas, Coleman went into the cotton fields at a young age while also studying in a small segregated school and went on to attend one term of college at Langston University. She developed an early interest in flying, but African Americans, Native Americans, and women had no flight training opportunities in the United States, so she saved up money and obtained sponsorships to go to France for flight school. She then became a high profile pilot in early but also dangerous air shows in the United States, and hoped to start a school for African-American fliers. She died in a plane crash in 1926 while testing a new aircraft. Her pioneering role was an inspiration to early pilots and to the African-American and Native American communities.
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  • Frankie Rayder
    Francesca "Frankie" Rayder (born Heidi A. Rayder; January 26, 1975) is an American model who appeared in the annual Victoria's Secret Fashion Show four times and in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue twice. She has an extensive portfolio of covergirl appearances for numerous high fashion magazines and was once a VH1/Vogue Fashion Awards for Model of the Year nominee. She has performed in many runway shows and has been featured in numerous print ad campaigns. At the peak of her fame, she was an it girl according to The New York Times and GQ once named her the Sexiest Woman in the World. She is well known for her print work for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issues (including the 40th Anniversary), The Gap holiday ads (along with her sisters), a Godiva Chocolatier ad campaign and the 50th anniversary Ann Taylor ad campaign. She has appeared on the cover of US Vogue, Vogue Paris, Vogue Italia, British Vogue, German Vogue and Vogue EspaƱa. Rayder was engaged to Red Hot Chili Peppers bass player, Flea, with whom she has one child. After giving birth in 2005, she took a hiatus from modeling until 2008. At first, she only returned to print work, but she has also returned to runway modeling in 2009. In her comeback, she achieved a Vogue EspaƱa cover in February 2009. She has a younger sister, Missy Rayder, who is also a fashion model.
  • Nicolae Ceaușescu
    Nicolae Ceaușescu (, Romanian: [nikoĖˆla.e tŹƒeĢÆa.uĖˆŹƒesku] (listen); 26 January 1918 ā€“ 25 December 1989) was a Romanian communist politician and leader. He was the General Secretary of the Romanian Communist Party from 1965 to 1989 and hence the second and last Communist leader of Romania. He was also the country's head of state from 1967, serving as President of the State Council and from 1974 concurrently as President of the Republic until his overthrow and execution in the Romanian Revolution in December 1989, part of a series of anti-Communist and anti-Soviet Union uprisings in Eastern Europe that year. Born in 1918 in Scornicești, Olt County, Ceaușescu was a member of the Romanian Communist youth movement. Ceaușescu rose up through the ranks of Gheorghe Gheorghiu-Dej's Socialist government and, upon Gheorghiu-Dej's death in 1965, he succeeded to the leadership of the Romanian Communist Party as General Secretary.Upon his rise to power, he eased press censorship and openly condemned the Warsaw Pact invasion of Czechoslovakia in his speech on 21 August 1968, which resulted in a surge in popularity. However, the resulting period of stability was very brief as his government very soon became severely totalitarian and was considered the most repressive in the Eastern Bloc at the time. His secret police, the Securitate, was responsible for mass surveillance as well as severe repression and human rights abuses within the country and he suppressed and controlled the media and press, implementing methods that were among the harshest, most restrictive and brutal in the world. Economic mismanagement due to failed oil ventures during the 1970s led to skyrocketing foreign debts for Romania. In 1982, he exported much of the country's agricultural and industrial production in an effort to repay them. The shortages that followed drastically lowered living standards, leading to heavy rationing of food, water, oil, heat, electricity, medicine and other necessities. His cult of personality experienced unprecedented elevation, followed by extensive nepotism and the intense deterioration of foreign relations, even with the Soviet Union. As anti-government protesters demonstrated in Timișoara in December 1989, he perceived the demonstrations as a political threat and ordered military forces to open fire on 17 December, causing many deaths and injuries. The revelation that Ceaușescu was responsible resulted in a massive spread of rioting and civil unrest across the country. The demonstrations, which reached Bucharest, became known as the Romanian Revolutionā€”the only violent overthrow of a communist government in the turn of the Revolutions of 1989. Ceaușescu and his wife Elena fled the capital in a helicopter, but they were captured by the military after the armed forces changed sides. After being tried and convicted of economic sabotage and genocide, they were immediately executed by firing squad on 25 December and Ceaușescu was succeeded as President by Ion Iliescu, who had played a major part in the revolution. Capital punishment was abolished shortly thereafter.
  • JosĆ© Mourinho
    JosĆ© MĆ”rio dos Santos Mourinho FĆ©lix, GOIH (Portuguese pronunciation: [Ź’uĖˆzɛ moĖˆÉ¾iɲu]; born 26 January 1963), is a Portuguese professional football coach and former player who currently works at Sky Sports as a pundit. He most recently served as manager of English club Manchester United. As a manager, Mourinho has won 25 major honours, making him one of the most successful managers of all time. He was named Portuguese Coach of the Century by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) in 2015, and was the first coach to spend more than Ā£1 billion on transfers. Due to his tactical knowledge, charismatic and controversial personality, and what his opponents regard as an emphasis on getting results over playing beautiful football, he has drawn comparisons, by both admirers and critics, with Argentine manager Helenio Herrera. He regards himself as one of the greatest managers of all time.Following an uneventful career as a player across Portugal's football pyramid, he initially worked as an interpreter for Sir Bobby Robson at Sporting CP and Porto, before gaining success as an assistant at Barcelona under both Robson and his successor, Louis van Gaal. Mourinho then impressed with brief managerial periods at Benfica and UniĆ£o de Leiria, taking the latter to their highest ever league finish. He returned to Porto as head coach in 2002, winning the Primeira Liga, TaƧa de Portugal and UEFA Cup in his first season, followed by the UEFA Champions League the season after, the club's first European Cup title since 1987, as well as retaining the Primeira Liga title. That success earned him a move to England with Chelsea, where he won the Premier League title in each of his first two seasons, as well as the FA Cup once and the League Cup twice, before departing amid reports of a rift with club owner Roman Abramovich.In 2008, Mourinho joined Italian club Inter Milan, where he won the Serie A title in his first season, before leading the club to become the first Italian side to win the Treble (Serie A, Coppa Italia and UEFA Champions League) in 2010, the latter making him one of five coaches to have won the European Cup with two different teams. He was also the recipient of the first ever FIFA World Coach of the Year award in 2010. He then signed with Real Madrid, where he won the Copa del Rey in his first season and La Liga with a record points total in his second, making him the fifth coach to have won league titles in four different countries. He left Madrid in 2013, however, after winning only the Supercopa de EspaƱa in his final season there. He then returned to Chelsea, where he won another league title and League Cup, but was dismissed in 2015 after a poor run of results. He was appointed at Manchester United in 2016, where he won the UEFA Europa League and EFL Cup in his first season. Although he led the club to second place in the Premier League the following year, the club's highest league finish since 2013, he did not win any trophies, and was dismissed in December 2018, midway through his third season at the club.
  • Manti Te'o
    Manti Malietau Louis TeŹ»o (; born January 26, 1991) is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Notre Dame, where he was recognized as a consensus All-American, and received eight national awards. Te'o was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft.
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  • Gene Siskel
    Eugene Kal Siskel (January 26, 1946 ā€“ February 20, 1999) was an American film critic and journalist for the Chicago Tribune. Along with colleague Roger Ebert, he hosted a series of popular movie review shows on television from 1975 to 1999.
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  • David Strathairn
    David Strathairn, a versatile name synonymous with the world of Hollywood, has crafted an impressive legacy throughout his acting career. Known for his compelling performances, Strathairn's journey from stage to big screen is an intriguing tale of perseverance and talent. Born on January 26, 1949, in San Francisco, California, he graduated from Williams College in Massachusetts before delving into his passion for acting. Strathairn commenced his acting career in the theater, honing his skills through numerous productions. His big break came when he caught the attention of acclaimed director John Sayles, leading to several collaborative works notably in Return of the Secaucus 7. Strathairn's capacity to embody diverse characters led him to land roles in several notable films such as Eight Men Out, Silkwood, and L.A. Confidential. However, it was his portrayal of renowned Broadcast Journalist Edward R. Murrow in George Clooney's Good Night, and Good Luck that catapulted him into international fame, earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. Despite his mainstream success, Strathairn stayed true to his roots, continuing his work in independent cinema and theater. He juggle between television, stage, and film effortlessly. His noteworthy performances in television series like The Sopranos and Billions, demonstrate his wide-ranging talent. As a testament to his acting prowess, he has been honored with an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor for his role in the HBO series Temple Grandin. David Strathairn's rich and diverse body of work is a testament to his enduring commitment to his craft, making him an admirable figure in the entertainment industry.
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  • Lucinda Williams
    Lucinda Gayle Williams (born January 26, 1953) is an American rock, folk, blues, and country music singer, songwriter and musician. She recorded her first albums in 1978 and 1980 in a traditional country and blues style and received very little attention from radio, the media, or the public. In 1988, she released her self-titled album, Lucinda Williams. This release featured "Passionate Kisses," a song later recorded by Mary Chapin Carpenter, which garnered Williams her first Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 1994. Known for working slowly, Williams recorded and released only one other album in the next several years, Sweet Old World, in 1992. Her commercial breakthrough came in 1998 with Car Wheels on a Gravel Road, an album presenting a broader scope of songs that fused rock, blues, country and Americana into a distinctive style that remained consistent and commercial in sound. Car Wheels on a Gravel Road, which includes the Grammy nominated track "Can't Let Go", became Williams' greatest commercial success to date. The album was certified Gold by the RIAA and earned Williams a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album, while being universally acclaimed by critics. Williams released the critically acclaimed Essence three years later, and the album also became a commercial success. One of the album's tracks, "Get Right With God," earned Williams the Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance in 2002. Williams has released a string of albums since that have earned her more critical acclaim and commercial success. She has won 3 Grammy Awards, from 15 nominations, and received 2 Americana Awards, from 12 nominations. Additionally, Williams ranked No. 97 on VH1's 100 Greatest Women in Rock & Roll in 1998, and was named "America's best songwriter" by Time magazine in 2002.
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  • Scott Glenn
    Scott Glenn, born Theodore Scott Glenn on January 26, 1941, is a seasoned American actor known for his hard-edged performances in a variety of genres. His resume spans over five decades and includes a diverse range of roles, from action heroes to sinister villains, demonstrating an impressive versatility that has made him a staple in both Hollywood blockbusters and independent films. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Glenn's early life was marked by ambition and tenacity. Despite suffering from childhood illnesses that temporarily impaired his speech and movement, he developed a passion for acting and pursued his dream with unwavering determination. After serving in the U.S. Marine Corps for three years, Glenn attended The College of William and Mary where he honed his craft and later moved to New York City to embark on his professional acting career. Glenn's breakthrough role came in the form of cowboy Jack Watson in the 1980 film Urban Cowboy, which catapulted him into the limelight and established him as a compelling performer. Notable roles followed, including astronaut Alan Shepard in The Right Stuff (1983) and antagonist Wes Hightower in Silverado (1985). His portrayal of FBI agent Jack Crawford in The Silence of the Lambs (1991) further solidified his reputation as a versatile actor capable of embodying a wide range of characters.
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  • Joan Leslie
    Joan Leslie (born Joan Agnes Theresa Sadie Brodel; January 26, 1925 ā€“ October 12, 2015) was an American actress, dancer, and vaudevillian who, during the Hollywood Golden Age, appeared in such films as High Sierra, Sergeant York, and Yankee Doodle Dandy.
  • Maria von Trapp
    Baroness Maria Augusta von Trapp DHS (nĆ©e Kutschera; 26 January 1905 ā€“ 28 March 1987) was the stepmother and matriarch of the Trapp Family Singers. She wrote The Story of the Trapp Family Singers, which was published in 1949 and was the inspiration for the 1956 West German film The Trapp Family, which in turn inspired the Broadway musical The Sound of Music (1959) and its 1965 film version.
  • Gilles Marini
    Gilles Marini (born January 26, 1976) is a French-American actor, known for his roles in the film Sex and the City and in the American television shows Brothers & Sisters, Switched at Birth and Devious Maids. He was also the runner-up in season 8 of Dancing with the Stars, and was one of the returning celebrities in season 15. He was also a French co-host on the Netflix show Ultimate Beastmaster.
  • Gerald Green
    Gerald Green (born January 26, 1986) is an American professional basketball player for the Houston Rockets of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was drafted by the Boston Celtics with the 18th overall pick in the 2005 NBA draft. Known for his dunking skill, he has performed well in many slam dunk competitions, having won the 2005 McDonald's All-American Slam Dunk Contest and the 2007 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, while finishing as the runner-up in the 2008 NBA Slam Dunk Contest.
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  • Bryan Callen
    Bryan Christopher Callen (born January 26, 1967) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer and podcaster. He studied acting at the Beverly Hills Playhouse. Callen initiated his career as one of the original cast members on the sketch comedy series MADtv. Callen is co-host of the podcast The Fighter and the Kid, alongside Brendan Schaub.
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  • Julia Grant
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