John Evans Atta Mills
1944 – 2012Ghana's third President under the Fourth Republic who served from 2009 until his death in office in 2012. He was a constitutional law professor and tax policy expert who previously served as Vice President.
Famous Birthdays on July 21
9 notable people were born on July 21.
July 21 marks the birth date of nine notable individuals throughout history who have made significant contributions in literature, media theory, politics, and entertainment. Some of the most well-known include American novelist Ernest Hemingway (1899), Canadian philosopher Marshall McLuhan (1911), Ghanaian president John Evans Atta Mills (1944), American actor and comedian Robin Williams (1951), and Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven (1957). These individuals have been influential in areas such as literature, communication theory, and political leadership.
20th Century8 people
Marshall McLuhan
1911 – 1980Canadian media theorist who coined the phrase "the medium is the message" and predicted the internet age with concepts like the "global village".
Damian Marley
1978Jamaican reggae artist and youngest son of Bob Marley who won three Grammy Awards for albums like "Welcome to Jamrock." He blends traditional reggae with hip-hop influences.
Robin Williams
1951 – 2014American actor and comedian (1951–2014)
Erling Haaland
2000Norwegian striker who plays for Manchester City and is considered one of the world's most prolific goalscorers in football.
association football playerNorway
Stefan Löfven
1957Swedish Social Democratic politician and former welder who served as Prime Minister from 2014 to 2021, leading coalition governments during his tenure.
politicianSweden
Jhonny Acosta
1983Defensive midfielder who earned over 130 caps for Costa Rica and captained the team that reached the 2014 World Cup quarterfinals. He spent most of his club career in Spain.
association football playerCosta Rica
Catherine Ndereba
1972Kenyan marathon runner who won four Boston Marathon titles and two World Championship silver medals, earning the nickname 'Catherine the Great.'
19th Century1 person
Ernest Hemingway
1899 – 1961American author and journalist (1899–1961)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous person born on July 21?
Ernest Hemingway, born on July 21, 1899, is considered the most famous person with this birthday. His novels such as 'The Old Man and the Sea' and 'A Farewell to Arms' contributed to his status as one of the most influential writers of the 20th century.
What celebrities were born on July 21?
Celebrities born on July 21 include comedian and actor Robin Williams (1951) and author Ernest Hemingway (1899). Other individuals are media theorist Marshall McLuhan (1911) and former Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven (1957).
Are there any politicians born on July 21?
Yes, several politicians were born on July 21. John Evans Atta Mills (1944), who was President of Ghana from 2009 to 2012, and Stefan Löfven (1957), former Prime Minister of Sweden, were both born on this date.