11 notable people were born on July 19.
July 19 is the birth date of several influential figures from various fields and times. Notable individuals born on this day include French Impressionist painter Edgar Degas in 1834, German-American philosopher Herbert Marcuse in 1898, and South African politician Kgalema Motlanthe in 1949. This date also marks the birth of Ecuadorian president Juan José Flores in 1800 and Georgian actor-singer Vakhtang Kikabidze in 1938.
German-American philosopher and political theorist who developed critical theory and wrote influential works like 'One-Dimensional Man.' He was a key figure in the Frankfurt School and became an intellectual icon of the 1960s student movement.
French Impressionist artist renowned for his paintings and sculptures of ballet dancers, horse races, and intimate scenes of modern Parisian life.
Interim president of South Africa for eight months in 2008-2009 between Thabo Mbeki's resignation and Jacob Zuma's inauguration. He previously served as secretary-general of the African National Congress and deputy president.
Ethiopian politician who served as Prime Minister from 2012 to 2018, succeeding Meles Zenawi after his death.
Former heavyweight boxing champion and current mayor of Kyiv since 2014, leading the city's defense during the Russian invasion.
Beloved Georgian entertainer and actor best known for his role in the cult film 'Mimino' and his popular songs across the Soviet Union.
Vietnamese politician and former Minister of Public Security who became General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam in August 2024.
Swiss centre-back who plays for Manchester City and captains the Switzerland national team.
Former Paraguayan striker who played in Mexico's Liga MX and later became a football coach, managing several clubs in South America.
North Korean midfielder who plays for Pyongyang City and the national team. He has represented North Korea in multiple international tournaments and later worked as a coach.
Juan José Flores served as Ecuador's first president and founded the nation after fighting in the independence wars alongside Simón Bolívar, ruling intermittently from 1830 to 1845.