Famous People Born in August: Birthday Directory
Dayze TeamAugust delivers late-summer star power with a mix of Leo (July 23–August 22) and Virgo (August 23–September 22) energy. From presidents to pop icons, athletes to auteurs, this month has produced some of the most influential figures in modern history. Here's your complete August birthday directory.
August Zodiac Overview
Leo (July 23–August 22): Confident, theatrical, and natural leaders. Leos command attention and often excel in entertainment and politics.
Virgo (August 23–September 22): Analytical, detail-oriented, and dedicated. Virgos often achieve mastery through precision and hard work.
Famous People Born in August (by Date)
August 4 — Barack Obama (44th U.S. president)
August 5 — Neil Armstrong (first person on the Moon), Jason Momoa (actor)
August 7 — Charlize Theron (Oscar-winning actress)
August 8 — Roger Federer (tennis legend), Dustin Hoffman (actor)
August 9 — Whitney Houston (singer), Gillian Anderson (actress)
August 11 — Chris Hemsworth (Thor actor)
August 12 — Cara Delevingne (model, actress)
August 15 — Napoleon Bonaparte (French emperor), Ben Affleck (actor, director)
August 17 — Robert De Niro (Oscar-winning actor)
August 18 — Patrick Swayze (actor, dancer)
August 19 — Bill Clinton (42nd U.S. president)
August 21 — Usain Bolt (Olympic sprinter, world record holder)
August 23 — Kobe Bryant (NBA legend)
August 25 — Sean Connery (James Bond actor)
August 26 — Mac Miller (rapper), Mother Teresa (Nobel laureate)
August 27 — Aaron Paul (actor, Breaking Bad)
August 28 — Jack Black (actor, Tenacious D)
August 29 — Michael Jackson (King of Pop)
August 31 — Van Morrison (singer), Richard Gere (actor)
Spotlight: Notable August Birthdays
Barack Obama (August 4) — The 44th U.S. president made history as the first Black American to hold the office. A Leo's charisma and oratory defined his political rise.
Charlize Theron (August 7) — The South African–born actress won an Oscar for Monster and has starred in Mad Max: Fury Road, Atomic Blonde, and more. A Leo who commands the screen.
Roger Federer and Dustin Hoffman (August 8) — Tennis icon and acting legend share this date. Federer's 20 Grand Slams; Hoffman's Rain Man and The Graduate. Two masters in their fields.
Chris Hemsworth (August 11) — The Australian actor brought Thor to life in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. A Leo's theatrical presence and physicality.
Napoleon Bonaparte (August 15, 1769) — The French military leader and emperor reshaped European history. A Leo's ambition and strategic brilliance.
Robert De Niro (August 17) — Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, The Godfather Part II—De Niro's Virgo precision and intensity have defined American cinema.
Usain Bolt (August 21) — The Jamaican sprinter holds world records in the 100m and 200m. A Leo who owned the track.
Michael Jackson (August 29) — The King of Pop transformed music, dance, and entertainment. Thriller, Bad, and his moonwalk remain iconic. A Virgo perfectionist.
Explore August Birthdays by Date
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