Edvard Munch
1863 – 1944Norwegian expressionist painter best known for his iconic work The Scream, one of the most recognizable paintings in art history.
Famous Birthdays on December 12
16 notable people were born on December 12.
December 12 is the birth date of several notable figures in literature, art, and music. French novelist Gustave Flaubert was born on this date in 1821, Norwegian expressionist painter Edvard Munch in 1863, American singer Frank Sinatra in 1915, Cameroonian jazz musician Manu Dibango in 1933, and Ghanaian politician Hilla Limann in 1934. Sixteen documented births on this date reflect achievements across many centuries.
19th Century2 people
Gustave Flaubert
1821 – 1880French novelist who perfected the realist style with works like "Madame Bovary," for which he faced obscenity charges.
20th Century13 people
Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa
1948Portuguese politician and academic who served as President of Portugal from 2016 to 2026, previously working as a journalist and law professor.
Rajinikanth
1950Legendary Tamil and Hindi film actor known as 'Superstar' who has appeared in over 160 films across five decades. His unique style and charisma have made him a cultural icon across South Asia.
Frank Sinatra
1915 – 1998American singer and actor (1915–1998)
Miguel de la Madrid
1934 – 2012Mexican economist and politician who served as the 59th President of Mexico from 1982 to 1988. His presidency was marked by severe economic crisis and the beginning of Mexico's neoliberal economic reforms.
Daniel Agger
1984Danish defender who played for Liverpool FC and the Danish national team, known for his powerful shots and leadership on the pitch.
Victor Moses
1990Nigerian winger who won the Premier League and FA Cup with Chelsea in 2017. He represented both England and Nigeria at international level before choosing to play for Nigeria.
association football playerNigeria
Muntadhar al-Zaidi
1979Television journalist who gained international fame for throwing his shoes at US President George W. Bush during a 2008 Baghdad press conference. His act of protest made him a symbol of Arab anger over the Iraq War.
Manu Dibango
1933 – 2020Cameroonian saxophonist and composer best known for his 1972 hit 'Soul Makossa,' which became one of the first African songs to achieve global success. He pioneered the fusion of jazz, funk, and traditional African music.
Emerson Fittipaldo
1946Brazilian Formula One driver who won world championships in 1972 and 1974, and later became a successful Indy 500 winner and team owner.
Juan Carlos Varela
1963Panamanian politician who served as the 50th President of Panama from 2014 to 2019.
Portia Simpson-Miller
1945Jamaican politician who served as Prime Minister from 2006-2007 and 2012-2016, becoming the country's first female head of government. She led the People's National Party for over a decade.
politicianJamaica
Hilla Limann
1934 – 1998Ghanaian diplomat and politician who served as President of Ghana from 1979 to 1981, leading the country's return to civilian rule after military government.
diplomatGhana
Elmurat Tasmuradov
1991Uzbekistani freestyle wrestler who represented his country at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.
amateur wrestlerUzbekistan
21st Century1 person
Michael Olise
2001French winger who plays for Bayern Munich and has represented both England and France at international youth levels.
association football playerFrance
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous person born on December 12?
Frank Sinatra, the American singer and actor born in 1915, is widely considered the most famous person born on December 12. Known as 'Ol' Blue Eyes' and 'The Chairman of the Board,' his career lasted for decades.
What famous artists were born on December 12?
December 12 is the birth date of Norwegian painter Edvard Munch (1863), known for 'The Scream,' and French novelist Gustave Flaubert (1821), author of 'Madame Bovary.' Jazz musician Manu Dibango from Cameroon was born on this date in 1933.
Are there any world leaders born on December 12?
Yes, Hilla Limann, President of Ghana from 1979 to 1981, was born on December 12, 1934. He was a lawyer and politician who led Ghana during a brief period of civilian rule.