Famous January Birthdays

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Famous January Birthdays

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January marks the beginning of the New Year and the birthdays for a country music matriarch, a record-breaking quarterback, and a Hollywood newlywed. Check out these and other celebrities who will blow out their candles this month.

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Glen Davis

Date of birth: January 1

NBA star Glen Davis (see pictures) spent four years with the Boston Celtics before joining his current team (what team?). Big Baby, as he's commonly known, played for the 2008 NBA Championship with his former team (who did they play?).

Who else was born this day?

A retired Swedish model and ex-wife of a professional golfer

An actor who played the mini version of an evil doctor

A competitive celebrity chef recognized for her southern-inspired food

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Karina Smirnoff

Date of birth: January 2

Ballroom dancer Karina Smirnoff (see pictures) rose to fame as a dancer on "Dancing with the Stars." She won top honors (which season?) with a soap opera star and former soldier (who?).

Who else was born this day?

A scandalized televangelist who served time in federal prison

A former Calvin Klein model who is married to a writer/director/actor

An actor who won an Oscar for his role as a colorful football player

Search: Karina Smirnoff

Mel Gibson

Date of birth: January 3

Mel Gibson (see pictures) has enjoyed success as both a celebrated actor (see his filmography) and as an award-winning director (he won the Oscar for this movie). His personal life has been known to make more headlines than his career (read the latest news stories).

Who else was born this day?

An NFL quarterback who comes from a football family

A legendary music producer who worked with an iconic British band

An actress who played the beautiful dream girl next door

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Michael Stipe

Date of birth: January 4

Singer Michael Stipe (see pictures) was the front man and co-founder for the alternative rock band R.E.M. (listen to their music). He has also worked as a film producer (including this film).

Who else was born this day?

A record-breaking NFL coach who had a perfect season with the Miami Dolphins

An athlete and current television actress

An actor and comedian who was part of a television comedy group

Search: Michael Stipe

Diane Keaton

Date of birth: January 5

Veteran actress (see her filmography) Diane Keaton (see pictures) had her breakthrough role in an American classic film (what movie?). Her next movie is scheduled for release in April (what movie?).

Who else was born this day?

A "shock rocker" known for his goth look

An actress who shares a name with her birth month

A dancer and choreographer who judges celebrity dancers

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Nigella Lawson

Date of birth: January 6

Food writer Nigella Lawson (see pictures) is the best-selling author of numerous cookbooks (get her books). She has hosted several cooking television shows including her current show on BBC (what show?).

Who else was born this day?

A British comedian known for his strange facial contortions

A Trump Organization executive and advisor on "The Apprentice"

An NFL defensive tackle who has been fined and suspended for aggressive play

Search: Nigella Lawson

Alfonso Soriano

Date of birth: January 7

Alfonso Soriano (see pictures) is a two-time World Series Champion (with what team?). Originally a second baseman, he now plays left field for the Chicago Cubs (watch him play).

Who else was born this day?

A former morning show co-host who now hosts a daytime talk show

A British Formula One race car driver

A red-haired actor who played an overly dramatic detective

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Carolina Herrara

Date of birth: January 8

Fashion designer Carolina Herrara (see pictures) began her self-named clothing line (see her clothes) in 1980. She has clothed a long list of beautiful and famous clients (including this American aristocrat).

Who else was born this day?

A brilliant physicist and best-selling author

A British glam rock star married to a former supermodel

A long-time game show host who worked with newlyweds

Search: Carolina Herrara

Sergio Garcia

Date of birth: January 9

Professional golfer Sergio Garcia (see pictures) was part of the victorious European Team in the 2012 Ryder Cup. He plays in the United States PGA Tour and the European Tour (watch him play).

Who else was born this day?

A new British royal and mommy-to-be

A NASCAR driver who was named one of the 50 Greatest Drivers

An NFL player who previously changed his name to reflect his jersey number

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Rod Stewart

Date of birth: January 10

British singer (listen to his music) Rod Stewart (see pictures) has been a major influence on rock music in his decades-long career. He was already inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist, but was inducted again as a member of a band (what band?) in 2012.

Who else was born this day?

A champion heavyweight boxer who put his name on a grill

A Mexican-American singer with a punk rock/country sound

A spandex-clad rock singer with hits in the 1980s

Search: Rod Stewart

Naomi Judd

Date of birth: January 11

Singer Naomi Judd (see pictures) was part of the successful mother-daughter (who is her daughter?) country music duo the Judds (see their hits). A diagnosis of Hepatitis C forced her retirement.

Who else was born this day?

An R&B and hip hop singer who has her own line of perfume

A former network television CEO who is married to an iconic television actress

A director famous for his work on 1980s sitcoms and a successful sleeper film

Search: Naomi Judd

Jeff Bezos

Date of birth: January 12

Visionary entrepreneur Jeff Bezos (see pictures) is the founder and CEO of the Internet retailer Amazon.com. An interest in space travel led him to start a spaceflight company (what company?).

Who else was born this day?

A heartthrob singer with a British boy band

An actress who has had a public battle with weight loss

A controversial radio host and original "shock jock"

Search: Jeff Bezos

Liam Hemsworth

Date of birth: January 13

Australian (where is he from?) actor Liam Hemsworth (see pictures) will reprise his role as Gale Hawthorne in "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" later this year. He is engaged to his former co-star (who?).

Who else was born this day?

A former "Baywatch" babe and later reality show star

An actor who plays a dreamy doctor

An actress known for her dance moves on a popular 1990s sitcom

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Holland Taylor

Date of birth: January 14

Actress Holland Taylor (see pictures) is well-known for her role as a non-maternal mother on "Two and a Half Men." She wrote, produced and starred in a one-woman play (what play?) based on the life of a Texas politician (who?).

Who else was born this day?

A drummer for an iconic grunge band and founder of an alternative rock band

An actress who played a tragic 1930s gangster

An actor who started out on television sitcoms and later became a film star

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Drew Brees

Date of birth: January 15

NFL quarterback Drew Brees (see pictures) led his team to victory in Super Bowl XLIV (what team did they play?). He recently broke a long-time record (who held the record?) for the most consecutive games with a touchdown pass.

Who else was born this day?

A Spanish comedienne and actress known for her legendary phrase "cuchi-cuchi"

An actor who found fame in the "High School Musical" movies

An actor who plays a New York homicide detective

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John Carpenter

Date of birth: January 16

Film director John Carpenter (see pictures) is best known for his horror and science fiction movies (see his filmography). An accomplished musician, he has written the musical scores for most of his films.

Who else was born this day?

A waif-thin model who faced a drug abuse scandal

A talk show host and best-selling author of self-help books

An MLB first baseman and two-time World Series champion

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Betty White

Date of birth: January 17

Seasoned actress Betty White (see pictures) is well known for her roles in a 1970s television show (what show?) and a 1980s show (what show?). She recently returned to sitcom acting in "Hot in Cleveland."

Who else was born this day?

A deep-voiced actor who played a masked villain

A legendary boxer and social activist

A powerful woman in politics who lives at a famous address

Search: Betty White

Jason Segel

Date of birth: January 18

Actor Jason Segel (see pictures) got his start on a dramedy television show (what show?). Along with a successful movie career (see his filmography), he currently stars in the popular sitcom "How I Met Your Mother."

Who else was born this day?

An actor and director who made playing baseball in Iowa magical

A lead singer for a controversial nu metal band

A stand-up comedian who once hosted his own comedy show

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Katey Sagal

Date of birth: January 19

Actress Katey Sagal (see pictures) played the iconic role of Peg Bundy for 11 seasons on "Married… with Children." She returned to television to star in a show (what show?) created by her husband (who?).

Who else was born this day?

A country music singer known for her blond wigs and plastic surgery

A celebrity chef recognized for her southern accent and use of butter

A comedian known for his many impersonations

Search: Katey Sagal

Melissa Rivers

Date of birth: January 20

Television personality Melissa Rivers (see pictures) first found fame as the daughter of a comedienne (who?). She stars with her mother in a reality show (what show?).

Who else was born this day?

A historic astronaut who walked on the moon

A hard rock singer and guitarist who performed with a "Starchild" character

A comedian who hosts a political talk show

Search: Melissa Rivers

Placido Domingo

Date of birth: January 21

Tenor Placido Domingo (see pictures) has enjoyed a career that has spanned six decades (listen to his music). Also a conductor, he directs a prominent opera company (what company?).

Who else was born this day?

A red-haired actress who once tried out for the Olympic archery team

A professional golfer who also designs golf courses

An investor who co-founded a computer software company

Search: Placido Domingo

Guy Fieri

Date of birth: January 22

Celebrity chef and restaurateur Guy Fieri (see pictures) joined the Food Network after winning a reality cooking show (what show?). He can now be seen in two of his own shows (this one and this one).

Who else was born this day?

An actress famous for her role as a demon-possessed child

A two-time Pro Bowler and running back with the Baltimore Ravens

An Oscar-nominated actress who is married to an Oscar-nominated actor

Search: Guy Fieri

Princess Caroline of Monaco

Date of birth: January 23

Princess Caroline (see pictures) is the current heiress to the throne of Monaco (who holds the throne?). Through her marriage (who is her husband?) she also has ties to a royal family line in Germany, though officially the family's royal titles no longer exist.

Who else was born this day?

An airline pilot who made a heroic emergency landing

An actor who played an action star known for his resourcefulness

An actress recognized as the beautiful girl-next-door in a 1980s teen sitcom

Search: Princess Caroline of Monaco

Mary Lou Retton

Date of birth: January 24

Famed gymnast Mary Lou Retton (see pictures) was the first American woman to win the all-around Olympic gold medal (which Olympics?). Following that win, she also became the first woman to appear on a box of Wheaties (see the box).

Who else was born this day?

A singer-songwriter who wrote a song about a Kennedy

A former child actress who now stars on a daytime soap opera

An NFL linebacker who was once suspended for steroid use

Search: Mary Lou Retton

Alicia Keys

Date of birth: January 25

R&B singer (listen to her music) Alicia Keys (see pictures) is a multiple Grammy winner and one of the highest-selling artists (get her albums). She has a son with her husband and fellow performer (who?)

Who else was born this day?

A screenwriter and director known for his horror films

An actress who played the older sister in an "ugly" television comedy

A Spanish footballer who plays for FC Barcelona and his country's national team

Search: Alicia Keys

The Suleman Octuplets

Date of birth: January 26

The Suleman octuplets (see pictures) are the longest living octuplets in the United States (who is their mother?). The controversial circumstances surrounding their birth caused the fertility doctor (who?) to undergo investigation of his practices.

Who else was born this day?

A daytime talk show host famous for her dance moves

A legendary hockey player known as "The Great One"

A guitar great who formed an iconic hard rock band

Search: Suleman Octuplets

Cris Collinsworth

Date of birth: January 27

Sportscaster Cris Collinsworth (see pictures) is a former NFL wide receiver and spent his entire football career with one team (what team?). He replaced a long-time commentator (who?) on NBC's "Sunday Night Football."

Who else was born this day?

A ballet dancer who played a love interest on "Sex and the City"

A comedian who gave the voice to an animated rat

A casino and hotel businessman who helped revive the Las Vegas strip

Search: Cris Collinsworth

Elijah Wood

Date of birth: January 28

Actor Elijah Wood (see pictures) reprised his short-statured role of Frodo Baggins from "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy for the first installment of the prequel trilogy "The Hobbit." He can also be seen on the dark comedy television show "Wilfred."

Who else was born this day?

A singer and advocate for animal rights who stars in ASPCA commercials

An actor well known for his role as a comedic army doctor

A former French president who married a singer while in office

Search: Elijah Wood

Paul Ryan

Date of birth: January 29

U.S. Representative Paul Ryan (see pictures) has served his district (in what state?) since 1999. He was the Republican vice presidential nominee in the 2012 election (watch his debate).

Who else was born this day?

A media magnate and one of the richest women in the world

A former child star who now co-hosts a daytime talk show

An actor famous for his role as a 1980s private investigator

Search: Paul Ryan

Phil Collins

Date of birth: January 30

Musician Phil Collins (see pictures) found success as part of the rock group Genesis (listen to their music) and as a solo artist (listen to his music). He announced his retirement from the music industry in 2011.

Who else was born this day?

A former U.S. vice president who had an infamous hunting accident

A British actor who played a masked superhero

An actor famous for his role as a foreign exchange student in a television sitcom

Search: Phil Collins

Justin Timberlake

Date of birth: January 31

Justin Timberlake (see pictures) has enjoyed an equally successful career as a singer (listen to his music) and actor (see his filmography). He married Jessica Biel in October (see their wedding pictures).

Who else was born this day?

An Oscar-nominated actress who had a short-lived singing career

A legendary MLB pitcher who now owns his former team

An actress who married a comedienne with another January birthday

Search: Justin Timberlake

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