Famous people born on June 14th
June 14 gathers an unusually wide-ranging set of figures, spanning revolutionary history, presidential politics, world-changing science, and enduring popular culture. The date links innovators who reshaped how societies think, vote, heal, build, and entertain. From 19th-century literature to 20th-century medicine and modern sport, these birthdays capture influence across many arenas.
Notable highlights
- Donald Trump (1946) - Businessman and media figure who later became the 45th president of the United States.
- Che Guevara (1928) - Argentine-born revolutionary whose image and writings became global symbols of insurgent politics.
- Harriet Beecher Stowe (1811) - Author of Uncle Tom's Cabin, a novel that intensified anti-slavery sentiment in the United States.
- Karl Landsteiner (1868) - Scientist who identified the major human blood groups, transforming transfusion safety and modern medicine.
- Arthur Erickson (1924) - Architect associated with landmark modernist projects that helped define late-20th-century Canadian design.
- Boy George (1961) - Musician and frontman of Culture Club, known for a distinctive voice and era-defining pop presence.
- Steffi Graf (1969) - Tennis champion who achieved a rare Golden Slam, winning all four majors and Olympic gold in 1988.
- Alonzo Church (1903) - Mathematician whose work in logic and the lambda calculus underpins theoretical computer science.
- Burl Ives (1909) - Singer and actor celebrated for popularizing folk music and for memorable film and television roles.
- Jay Roach (1957) - Director whose career ranges from broad comedies to politically themed films for television.
On this day
- 1777 - The Continental Congress adopts the Stars and Stripes as the flag of the United States.
- 1789 - Mutineers seize control of HMS Bounty in the famed naval rebellion.
- 1940 - German forces enter Paris during World War II, marking a pivotal moment in the Battle of France.
- 1985 - The Schengen Agreement is signed, laying groundwork for passport-free travel across much of Europe.