Famous Birthdays on February 4

Canadian-American filmmaker who pioneered the modern zombie horror genre with "Night of the Living Dead" (1968) and directed influential sequels "Dawn of the Dead" and "Day of the Dead."

German Lutheran pastor and theologian who opposed the Nazi regime and was executed in 1945 for his involvement in a plot to assassinate Hitler. His theological writings on discipleship and resistance remain influential in Christian ethics.

Singer-actress who achieved global success with her 1997 hit single 'Torn' and appeared in films like 'Johnny English'.

Pakistani military general who served as President from 1969-1971, overseeing the country during the Bangladesh Liberation War that resulted in East Pakistan's independence.

American boxing promoter and former professional boxer

The world's first female president, who assumed power in Argentina from 1974-1976 following the death of her husband Juan Perón.

Japanese politician who became Prime Minister and president of the Liberal Democratic Party in 2024. He previously served as Defense Minister and is known for his defense policy expertise.

Long-serving diplomat who held the ceremonial position of President of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly from 1998 to 2019, making him North Korea's nominal head of state.

Danish winger who has represented his country at the 2018 World Cup and Euro 2020, known for his pace and dribbling ability. He plays for FC Midtjylland and has earned over 40 caps for the Danish national team.

Canadian-American actor best known for playing Phillip Drummond on the television sitcom Diff'rent Strokes from 1978 to 1986.

Slovak politician who served as Prime Minister of Slovakia from 1998 to 2006, leading the country through significant economic reforms and EU accession.

Panamanian midfielder who plays professionally in Central American leagues and has earned caps for the national team.

Nepal's first president who served from 2008 to 2015, marking the country's transition from monarchy to federal republic. He was a physician and politician before assuming the presidency.

German Social Democratic politician who became the first President of the Weimar Republic in 1919. He led Germany's transition from monarchy to democracy following World War I and the abdication of Kaiser Wilhelm II.

Influential literary critic who introduced modern European literature to Scandinavia and championed naturalism and realism in Nordic literature.

Brief Emperor of Ethiopia who ruled from 1913-1916 before being deposed due to his alleged conversion to Islam and political conflicts.

German economist who served as Chancellor of West Germany from 1963 to 1966 and architect of the 'economic miracle'. As Economics Minister, he implemented free-market reforms that rebuilt Germany's post-war economy.