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Famous Birthdays on March 21

20 notable people were born on March 21.

March 21 is the birth date of 20 notable individuals throughout history, including influential political leaders and scientists. Among those born on this date are French mathematician Joseph Fourier (1768), known for his foundational work in mathematical analysis, and Mexican president Benito Juárez (1806), a reformist leader in 19th-century Mexico. Other figures include Bolivian president Hernán Siles Zuazo (1914), Iraqi president Abdul Salam Arif (1921), and Nepalese prime minister Surya Bahadur Thapa (1928).

20th Century18 people

Sergei Lavrov

Sergei Lavrov

1950

Russian diplomat who has served as Foreign Minister since 2004, making him one of the world's longest-serving top diplomats. He previously served as Russia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations from 1994 to 2004.

diplomatministerpoliticianRussia
Prayut Chanocha

Prayut Chanocha

1954

Former army general who led a military coup in 2014 and served as Prime Minister of Thailand until 2023.

dictatormilitary officerpoliticianThailand
Ronaldinho

Ronaldinho

1980

Brazilian midfielder widely considered one of the greatest players of all time, known for his technical ability and creativity. He won the Ballon d'Or in 2005 and played key roles at Barcelona and AC Milan.

association football playerfutsal playerpoliticianBrazil
Slavoj Žižek

Slavoj Žižek

1949

Slovenian cultural critic and philosopher known for his work combining Lacanian psychoanalysis, German idealism, and Marxist theory. He has written over 30 books and is recognized internationally for his provocative commentary on ideology, politics, and popular culture.

actorcultural criticcultural studies scholarSlovenia
Ayrton Senna

Ayrton Senna

1960 – 1994

Three-time Formula One World Champion (1988, 1990, 1991) who died in a crash during the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix. He is considered one of the greatest racing drivers in motorsport history.

businesspersonFormula One driverphilanthropistBrazil
Ronald Koeman

Ronald Koeman

1963

Dutch defender who scored the winning goal in the 1988 European Championship final and later managed Everton, Southampton, and Barcelona.

association football coachassociation football playerNetherlands
Rani Mukerji

Rani Mukerji

1978

National Film Award-winning actress known for her performances in 'Black,' 'Hichki,' and other Bollywood films spanning over two decades.

actorfilm actormodelIndia
Jordi Alba

Jordi Alba

1989

Spanish left-back who has made over 90 international appearances and won the World Cup and European Championship, spending most of his career at Barcelona.

association football playerSpain
Jair Bolsonaro

Jair Bolsonaro

1955

Former Brazilian Army captain who served as the 38th President of Brazil from 2019 to 2023. His presidency was marked by controversial policies regarding the environment, COVID-19, and democratic institutions.

politicianBrazil
Jordi Amat

Jordi Amat

1992

Indonesian national team defender who has played for clubs in Spain's La Liga and represented Indonesia in international competitions.

association football playerIndonesia
Lothar Matthäus

Lothar Matthäus

1961

German footballer who won the 1990 FIFA World Cup and was the first player to appear in five World Cup tournaments. He holds the record for most World Cup matches played with 25 appearances.

association football coachGermany
Surya Bahadur Thapa

Surya Bahadur Thapa

1928 – 2015

Nepalese politician who served as Prime Minister of Nepal five separate times between 1963 and 1997. He holds the record for the most terms served as Prime Minister in Nepal's history.

civil servantpoliticianNepal
Hernán Siles Zuazo

Hernán Siles Zuazo

1914 – 1996

Three-time President of Bolivia who co-founded the National Revolutionary Movement and led the country during periods of democratic transition in the 1950s and 1980s.

lawyerpoliticianBolivia
Hany Mukhtar

Hany Mukhtar

1995

German-born attacking midfielder who represents Sudan internationally and currently plays for Nashville SC in Major League Soccer. He previously played in the Bundesliga for clubs including Hertha Berlin.

association football playerGermany
Abdul Salam Arif

Abdul Salam Arif

1921 – 1966

Military officer and politician who served as President of Iraq from 1963 to 1966 following the Ba'ath coup that overthrew the monarchy. He was killed in a helicopter crash in 1966.

military personnelpoliticianIraq
Mohamed Ennaceur

Mohamed Ennaceur

1934

Interim President of Tunisia from July to October 2019 following the death of Beji Caid Essebsi.

lawyerpoliticianTunisia
Derartu Tulu

Derartu Tulu

1972

Ethiopian long-distance runner who became the first African woman to win Olympic gold in the 10,000 meters at Barcelona 1992.

athletics competitorlong-distance runnermarathon runnerEthiopia

Abdeljalil Hadda

1972

Former Moroccan defender who had a long professional career in European football. He represented Morocco in international competitions during the 1990s and early 2000s.

association football playerMorocco

19th Century1 person

Benito Juárez

Benito Juárez

1806 – 1872

Indigenous Mexican lawyer and politician who served as President of Mexico from 1858 to 1872, leading liberal reforms and resistance against French occupation.

judgelawyerpoliticianMexico

18th Century1 person

Joseph Fourier

Joseph Fourier

1768 – 1830

French mathematician and physicist who discovered the Fourier series and made fundamental contributions to the mathematical analysis of heat transfer.

mathematicianFrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the most famous person born on March 21?
Joseph Fourier, born in 1768, is likely the most famous person born on this date. He was a French mathematician and physicist known for his work in mathematical analysis and the Fourier series.
Are there any world leaders born on March 21?
Yes, Benito Juárez, former President of Mexico, was born on March 21 in 1806. Hernán Siles Zuazo, who was President of Bolivia, was born on this date in 1914.
How many notable people were born on March 21?
There are 20 notable people recorded as being born on March 21 in areas like mathematics, politics, and science.