32 historically significant individuals born on June 15. June 15 is the birth date of 21 notable individuals in various fields, including music, politics, and social activism. Prominent people born on this date include Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg (1843), who contributed to Romantic-era classical music, and Indian social activist Anna Hazare (1937), recognized for his anti-corruption campaigns. Others born on this day are Iranian politician Mohammad-Ali Rajai (1933), Tunisian president Fouad Mebazaa (1933), and Greek singer Demis Roussos (1946).
Total Born
32
Countries
25
Top Century
20th· 24
Top Field
association football player
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20th Century
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John B. Fenn
scientist
Nobel laureate: Nobel Prize in Chemistry (2002)
Alain Aspect
scientist
Nobel laureate: Nobel Prize in Physics (2022)
Thomas H. Weller
scientist
Nobel laureate: Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine (1954)
Herbert Simon
scientist
Nobel laureate: Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences (1978)
Demis Roussos
bassistcomposer
Greek singer known for his powerful operatic voice who achieved international fame with hits like 'Forever and Ever.'
Michael Laudrup
association football coachassociation football player
Danish former footballer considered one of the greatest playmakers ever, who starred for Barcelona and Real Madrid before becoming a successful coach.
Xi Jinping
politicianstatesperson
General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party since 2012 and President of China since 2013. He has consolidated power through anti-corruption campaigns and constitutional amendments that removed presidential term limits.
Karim Massimov
economistpolitician
Former Prime Minister of Kazakhstan (2007-2012, 2014-2016) and head of the National Security Committee who was sentenced to prison in 2022 for treason.
Mohamed Salah
association football player
Egyptian forward who plays for Liverpool FC and is considered one of the world's best footballers, having won multiple Premier League Golden Boots.
Oliver Kahn
association football player
German goalkeeper who captained Bayern Munich and the German national team, winning the 2001 UEFA Champions League and 2002 World Cup runner-up. He was renowned for his leadership and is considered one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time.
Iñaki Williams
association football player
Spanish-born winger who plays for Athletic Bilbao and switched from Spain to represent Ghana internationally in 2022. He is known for his pace and has been a consistent goalscorer in La Liga.
Álvaro Colom
entrepreneurpolitician
Social democrat politician and entrepreneur who served as President of Guatemala from 2008 to 2012, focusing on social programs and poverty reduction.
Anna Hazare
environmentalisthuman rights defender
Indian social activist and anti-corruption crusader who led major movements for government transparency and rural development. His hunger strikes and campaigns inspired widespread social reform movements.
Yussuf Poulsen
association football player
Danish striker who has scored over 40 goals for his national team and played a key role in Denmark's run to the Euro 2020 semi-finals. He plays for RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga and is known for his physicality and aerial ability.
Raimonds Vējonis
biologistpolitician
Latvian biologist and politician who served as the ninth President of Latvia from 2015 to 2019, previously holding the position of Minister of Environmental Protection and Regional Development.
Bashar Warda
Catholic bishopCatholic priest
Bashar Warda is the Chaldean Catholic Archbishop of Erbil and a prominent advocate for persecuted Christians in Iraq and the Middle East.
John Paintsil
association football player
Former right-back who earned 89 caps for Ghana and played in two World Cups (2006, 2010). He had club spells with Fulham, Leicester City, and other teams during his career.
Mohammad-Ali Rajai
politicianteacher
Iranian educator who served as Prime Minister and then President in 1981 before being assassinated in a bombing along with his Prime Minister after just one month in office.
Danial Ahmetov
economistmilitary personnel
Former Prime Minister of Kazakhstan (2003-2007) and economist who also served as governor of several regions including Pavlodar and Akmola.
Teddy Tamgho
athletics competitor
French triple jumper who set multiple world records and won European Championships gold medals in his specialty.
Jim Belushi
actorcomedian
American actor
Fouad Mebazaa
diplomatlawyer
Interim President of Tunisia in 2011 following Ben Ali's departure. He served as Speaker of Parliament before assuming the presidency during the transitional period.
Rohullah Nikpai
taekwondo athlete
Afghan taekwondo athlete who won Afghanistan's first Olympic medals, earning bronze at the 2008 Beijing and 2012 London Olympics.
Yulia Nestsiarenka
athletics competitorsprinter
Belarusian sprinter who won Olympic gold in the 800 meters at the 2004 Athens Olympics.
19th Century
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Eduardo Wilde
diplomatphysician
Argentine politician (1844-1913)
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Anton Strashimirov
journalistopinion journalist
Bulgarian writer (1872–1937)
Edvard Grieg
composerpianist
Norwegian composer and pianist (1843–1907)
18th Century
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Alphonse Loubat
engineerhorsecar
French inventor of improved tram and rail equipment (1799-1866)
Joseph-Pierre Braemt
designermedalist
Belgian engraver and medalist (1796–1864)
17th Century
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Bernard Lamy
mathematicianphysicist
French mathematician and theologian
11th Century
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Lothair III
aristocratemperor
Holy Roman Emperor from 1133 to 1137
10th Century
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Abu al-Wafa Buzjani
astronomermathematician
Persian mathematician and astronomer (940–998)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous person born on June 15?
Edvard Grieg, a Norwegian composer born in 1843, is probably the most famous person born on June 15. He is known for his Piano Concerto in A minor and the Peer Gynt suites.
Which musicians were born on June 15?
Two musicians born on June 15 include Edvard Grieg, a classical Norwegian composer from 1843, and Demis Roussos, a Greek singer born in 1946. Roussos gained fame for his operatic voice and hit songs.
Are there any political leaders born on June 15?
Yes, political figures born on June 15 include Mohammad-Ali Rajai, President of Iran in 1981, and Fouad Mebazaa, President of Tunisia from 2011 to 2014. Social activist Anna Hazare, known for anti-corruption efforts in India, was also born on this date in 1937.