Famous Birthdays on June 3

King of the United Kingdom from 1910 to 1936, ruling during World War I and the Great Depression. He changed the royal family name from Saxe-Coburg-Gotha to Windsor in 1917 due to anti-German sentiment.

King of Denmark from 1906 to 1912 who modernized the Danish monarchy and supported democratic reforms during his brief six-year reign.

Emir of Afghanistan (1901-1919)

Spanish tennis player who has won 22 Grand Slam men's singles titles, including a record 14 French Open championships, and is considered the greatest clay court player ever.

Cuban revolutionary and politician who served as President of Cuba from 2008 to 2018, succeeding his brother Fidel Castro. He led Cuba's gradual economic reforms and historic diplomatic restoration with the United States.

NBA center who has played for multiple teams including the Atlanta Hawks and Boston Celtics, earning five All-Star selections.

Polish right-back who spent most of his career at Borussia Dortmund, winning multiple Bundesliga titles and earning over 60 caps for Poland.

Striker known for his prolific goal-scoring record, particularly during his time at Newcastle United where he scored 44 goals in 91 appearances.

Russian pole vaulter who set 28 world records during her career and won Olympic gold medals in 2004 and 2008.

Costa Rican center-back defender who played a key role in the national team's quarter-final run at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Mongolian professional boxer who won the WBA light flyweight title and became Mongolia's first world boxing champion.

Olympic judoka who won bronze medals at the 2004 and 2008 Summer Olympics in the half-heavyweight division, becoming one of North Korea's most successful athletes.