Famous Birthdays on April 21

German sociologist and political economist who established key concepts in sociology including the "Protestant work ethic" and ideal types of authority.

Danish politician and peace activist who shared the 1908 Nobel Peace Prize for his work in international arbitration and the peace movement. He founded the International Peace Bureau in 1891 and was instrumental in establishing the Inter-Parliamentary Union.

Queen of the United Kingdom and 14 other Commonwealth realms for 70 years, making her the longest-reigning British monarch in history. She oversaw the decolonization of the British Empire and the transformation of the Commonwealth.

Mexican-American actor who won two Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actor for his roles in Viva Zapata! (1952) and Lust for Life (1956).

Iranian human rights activist and journalist who won the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize while imprisoned for her campaigns against mandatory hijab laws and the death penalty.

Afghan Islamic scholar and politician who briefly served as interim President of Afghanistan in 1992 during the transition from communist rule.

German footballer who plays as a defender and has represented Germany at youth international levels, currently playing in the Bundesliga.

Ugandan chess prodigy who became the youngest female chess champion in Uganda and inspired the film Queen of Katwe. She rose from poverty in Kampala's slums to compete internationally and earn the title of Woman Candidate Master.

Azerbaijani freestyle wrestler who won Olympic gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics in the 57kg weight category and is a multiple-time world champion.