January 23 Birthdays  

She was nominated for an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award for her role as Olivia Benson in Law and Order: SVU

Innovative TV comedian, writer, and actor who was inducted into the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Hall of Fame in 1987.

Pop singer who placed fifth in the first season of The X Factor in America.

Actress who played the role of Kelly Kapowski in the television series, Saved by the Bell and the role of Valerie Malone on Beverly Hills 90210.

Dutch soccer star who joined the Netherlands national team in 2003.

Founding father and prominent Patriot of the American Revolution who was the first and third Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Actor of TV and film who is best known for his role as the clever, inventive MacGyver on the hit TV series.

Philanthropist and patron of the arts who is the eldest child of Princess Grace and Prince Rainier.

Dutch model who has modeled for brands like L'Oreal and Victoria's Secret. In 2012, she ranked 5th on Forbes' list of top-earning models, with an estimated $6.9 million earned.

Member of the dance crew I.aM.mE and the winner of the reality show America's Best Dance Crew in 2011.

Famous US Airways pilot and hero who safely landed a passenger jet on the Hudson River.

Lead guitarist for the post-hardcore band Falling in Reverse who joined the band in 2008.

She played the role of Leah Clearwater in the third installment of the Twilight saga.

American mixed martial artist and former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion.

Dutch actor who played villain Roy Batty in Blade Runner.

The first Latino mayor of Los Angeles who was elected in 2005.

Screenwriter especially known for writing the screenplay, Selena.

"Le Bar aux Folies-Bergère" painter whose scenes of Parisian life bridged the gap between Realism and Impressionism.

Manouche Romani guitarist whose jazz compositions like "Minor Swing" and "Nuages" have become jazz standards.

He was the leading man in numerous Hollywood films from 1928 to 1962.

NHL Hall of Famer who was an 8-time All-Star and 3-time Stanley Cup Champion.

Played the role of Captain William Rogers in the TV series, Buck Rogers in the 25th Century.

A scientist who has used his expertise to launch the successful Vsauce web series.

Gun designer who changed the world of weapons when he designed the M1911 pistol, Winchester model 1892 and the Browning Automatic Rifle.

Plays the role of sweet, charming elderly women in films such as Happy Gilmore and The Karate Kid.

Performer in such Broadway musicals as 'Sweet Charity.'

Filmmaker and creator of the show, Workaholics, who is also a member of the sketch comedy group, Mail Order Comedy.

Spanish-born left-back who found a natural fit with the Premier League's Liverpool F.C. in 2011.

NFL placekicker played for the Cleveland Browns from 1999 to 2012.

Democratic politician who served as a Member of the US House of Representatives from California from 2003 to 2013.

Classic French beauty queen who had many movie credits and became known for her work in 'Jules et Jim.'

Premier League defender who joined Newcastle United in 2003.

Broadcast commentator for the Pittsburgh Steelers for 35 years; known as "the voice of the Pittsburgh Steelers"; helped create the Terrible Towel.

His "I know it when I see it" phrase, relating to the threshold test for hard-core pornography, became a famous expression.

Lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the rock band Cheap Trick, known for songs like "I Want You to Want Me."

Former NFL quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams, became athletic director at USC.

Played the organ, glockenspiel, and accordion for Bruce Springsteen's E Street band; died after a lengthy battle with melanoma.

'80s advertising model who has been a judge on Britain's Next Top Model.

English comedian and television personality who is best known for starring in The Mighty Boosh and its live tours.

Champion jockey who rode the winners of more than 500 Group races, earning the Order of the British Empire.

Scottish actor who played roles in the films Pearl Harbor and Black Hawk Down.

American actor best known for his role as Noel Shempsky on the television show, Frasier.

NBA executive, currently serving as general manager for the Brooklyn Nets.

Long jumper from Panama who won a gold medal at the 2012 Beijing Olympics, as well as several medals at the World Championships.

Acclaimed movie actor and martial artist who appeared in Kill Bill.

New Zealand rugby union footballer who became known as a halfback for the Hurricanes and Wellington Lions.

He was relatively unknown until personally selected by Michael Bay for Transformers 4.

Real estate developer of MetroTech in New York and owner of of the NBA Brooklyn Nets.

American race car driver, businessman, and race car team owner; won the 1979 24 Hours of Le Mans.

American comedian and actor who gained internet fame with his company Mediocre Films.