Miloš Forman
1932 – 2018Czech-American film director who won Academy Awards for "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" (1975) and "Amadeus" (1984), establishing himself as a master of character-driven cinema.
Famous Birthdays on February 18
11 notable people were born on February 18.
February 18 marks the birth of several notable individuals from various fields and times. Enzo Ferrari, the automotive pioneer, was born in 1898. Artist and musician Yoko Ono came into the world in 1933, while filmmaker Miloš Forman, who won an Academy Award, was born in 1932. This date also includes the birth of Jordanian politician Abdelsalam al-Majali in 1925 and Slovak football manager Jozef Vengloš in 1936.
20th Century10 people
Yoko Ono
1933Japanese-born conceptual artist and peace activist who became internationally known through her marriage to John Lennon and avant-garde art installations.
Nadine Labaki
1974Lebanese actress and filmmaker whose 2018 film 'Capernaum' won the Jury Prize at Cannes and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Bidzina Ivanishvili
1956Georgian billionaire businessman and founder of Georgian Dream party who served as Prime Minister from 2012 to 2013.
Roberto Baggio
1967Italian footballer who won the 1993 Ballon d'Or and led Italy to the 1994 World Cup final, known for his creative playmaking and technical skills.
association football playerItaly
Carlos Kameni
1984Cameroonian goalkeeper who earned 58 caps for his national team and played in two World Cups. He spent most of his club career in Spain, notably with Espanyol and Málaga.
association football playerCameroon
Bryan Oviedo
1990Costa Rican left-back who played for Everton FC in the Premier League and was a key player in the 2014 World Cup quarter-final run.
association football playerCosta Rica
Jozef Vengloš
1936 – 2021Slovak football manager who became the first foreign coach to manage the England national team, serving from 1990 to 1991.
Abdelsalam al-Majali
1925 – 2023Physician and politician who served as Prime Minister of Jordan twice (1993-1995, 1997-1998) and was instrumental in Jordan's peace treaty with Israel.
David Guzmán
1990Defensive midfielder who has been a regular for Costa Rica since 2011 and played in the 2018 and 2022 World Cups. He currently plays for Sporting Kansas City in MLS.
association football playerCosta Rica
19th Century1 person
Enzo Ferrari
1898 – 1988Italian racing driver who founded Ferrari in 1939, transforming it from a racing team into the world's most prestigious sports car manufacturer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous person born on February 18?
Yoko Ono, the artist and widow of John Lennon, was born on February 18, 1933. Filmmaker Miloš Forman and Ferrari founder Enzo Ferrari also share this birth date.
What celebrities have birthdays on February 18?
People born on February 18 include Yoko Ono (1933), director Miloš Forman (1932), and Enzo Ferrari (1898). The date is shared by 11 notable figures in arts, politics, and business.
Are there any famous directors born on February 18?
Yes, Miloš Forman, the Czech-American filmmaker who won Academy Awards for 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' and 'Amadeus,' was born on February 18, 1932.