9 notable people were born on February 21.
February 21 marks the birth date of several notable individuals, who have influenced areas such as politics, science, and literature. These include Mexican general Antonio López de Santa Anna, born in 1794, Danish biochemist and Nobel laureate Henrik Dam, born in 1895, diarist and novelist Anaïs Nin, born in 1903, Zimbabwean leader Robert Mugabe, born in 1924, and Harald V, the current King of Norway, born in 1937.
Mexican general and politician who served as President of Mexico on eleven separate occasions between 1833 and 1855. He is best known for his role in the Texas Revolution and the Mexican-American War, including the defense of the Alamo.
King of Norway since 1991, succeeding his father King Olav V to become the country's constitutional monarch.
French-Cuban-American writer famous for her published diaries and pioneering exploration of female sexuality in literature.
Zimbabwe's second President who ruled for 30 years (1987-2017), transforming from liberation hero to authoritarian leader before being forced from power in a military coup.
Professional footballer and winger for Manchester City who was instrumental in Algeria's 2019 Africa Cup of Nations victory.
Canadian actor known for roles in Juno, Inception, and The Umbrella Academy.
Ethiopia's first female president, serving from 2018 to 2021, and former diplomat who worked extensively with the United Nations.
Danish biochemist who shared the 1943 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for discovering vitamin K and its role in blood coagulation. His research identified the essential vitamin's function in preventing hemorrhaging and led to important advances in treating bleeding disorders.