Famous people born in December

Famous people born in December include Anthony Hopkins, the Welsh actor and one of Britain’s most famous actors, pop singer Brittney Spears, Wrestler “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, basketball player LeBron James, creator of America’s Next Top Model TV show Tyra Banks, and the President of France Emmanuel Macron.

French footballer Kylian Mbappé, American actress Zoë Kravitz and the Queen of Rap, Trinidadian rapper Nicki Minaj are other celebrities and legends born in December. And let’s not forget American actor and film producer Samuel L. Jackson who is famous as Nick Fury on Marvel Cinematic Universe and was born on 21 Dec 1948.

Famous people born in December

Raven Symone

10 Dec 1985

American actress, singer and director famous as a child actress and Olivia Kendall on The Cosby Show

Steve Biko

18 Dec 1946 - 12 Sep 1977

South African anti-apartheid activist, African nationalist and socialist

Katheryn Winnick

17 Dec 1977

Canadian actress famous in TV series Vikings (2013–2020) and Big Sky (2020–2023)

Karim Benzema

19 Dec 1987

French professional footballer who plays as a forward

Dionne Warwick

12 Dec 1940

American singer, actress and television host who has won many awards that include six Grammys

Chinedu Ikedieze

12 Dec 1977

Nigerian Nollywood movies actor & comedian famous in comedy movies with Osita Iheme

Paula Patton

5 Dec 1975

American actress and producer who appeared in 2005 comedy Hitch, Déjà Vu (2006), 2 Guns (2013)

Julianne Moore

3 Dec 1960

American actress whose numerous accolades include an Academy Award, BAFTA & two Golden Globe Awards

John Legend

28 Dec 1978

American singer, songwriter, record producer and pianist

Mo'Nique

11 Dec 1967

American comedian and actress whose real name is Monique Angela Hicks

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Celebrities born in December

Pope Francis (Born on 17 December 1936)

Pope Francis was born on 17 December 1936 and his real name is born Jorge Mario Bergoglio. He is famous as the first Jesuit and Latin American pope. Pope Francis served as head of the Catholic Church & sovereign of the Vatican City State from 13 March 2013 until his death on 21 April 2025 aged 88.

As pope, he was famous for his teachings on humility, mercy, fight for social justice as well as his modest lifestyle and advocacy for the poor in the world.

Nicki Minaj (Born on 8 December 1982)

Nicki Minaj is a Trinidadian-born rapper, singer, businesswoman, fashion icon and songwriter. She is famous for her bold singing style and positive impact on hip-hop, earning her the nickname the “Queen of Rap”.

Nicki Minaj’s real name is Onika Tanya Maraj. She was born on December 8, 1982 in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. Nicki’s debut album was “Pink Friday” in 2010. Since then she has done collabos with many artists, most notably Beyoncé, Drake who was born in October, Ariana Grande and Lil Wayne.

Samuel L. Jackson (Born on December 21, 1948)

Samuel L. Jackson is one of the most prolific actors ever who is blessed with a commanding presence. With his movies grossing over $27 billion worldwide, he is also one of the highest-grossing actors ever.

Samuel L. Jackson has an iconic voice and his talent and versatility enables him to play roles across many movie genres. Samuel L. Jackson’s acting career has spanned over five decades and he has appeared in over 150 films and more than 70 TV shows.