Wee Kim Wee
1915 – 2005Singapore's fourth President from 1985 to 1993, who began his career as a journalist and sports broadcaster. He was known for his populist approach and for making the presidency more accessible to ordinary Singaporeans.
Famous Birthdays on November 4
11 notable people were born on November 4.
November 4 is the birth date of eleven notable individuals throughout history, including several prominent political leaders and scientists. Notable figures born on this day include Paraguayan president Carlos Antonio López (1792), Philippine president Carlos P. Garcia (1896), Nobel Peace Prize-winning physicist Joseph Rotblat (1908), Guatemalan president Carlos Castillo Armas (1914), and Singaporean president Wee Kim Wee (1915). Their contributions have impacted politics, science, and international relations across various continents.
20th Century9 people
Joseph Rotblat
1908 – 2005Polish-British physicist who worked on the Manhattan Project but later became a peace activist, winning the 1995 Nobel Peace Prize for his anti-nuclear efforts.
physicistPoland
Carlos Castillo Armas
1914 – 1957Military officer who became president after leading the 1954 CIA-backed coup that overthrew Jacobo Árbenz, ruling Guatemala until his assassination in 1957.
Traian Băsescu
1951Former ship captain who served as President of Romania from 2004 to 2014 and was later convicted of corruption charges.
Enner Valencia
1989Striker who became Ecuador's all-time leading goalscorer with over 40 international goals and has played for clubs including West Ham United and Fenerbahçe.
association football playerEcuador
Achraf Hakimi
1998Moroccan professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Paris Saint-Germain and the Morocco national team. He was a key player in Morocco's historic run to the 2022 FIFA World Cup semi-finals.
association football playerMorocco
Luís Figo
1972Portuguese winger who won the Ballon d'Or in 2000 and played for Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan during his career.
association football playerPortugal
Matti Vanhanen
1955Finnish politician who served as Prime Minister from 2003 to 2010, leading Finland through the global financial crisis. He previously worked as a journalist and has been active in Finnish Centre Party politics for decades.
Tony Abbott
1957Conservative politician who served as Australia's 28th Prime Minister from 2013 to 2015, known for his opposition to carbon pricing and boat arrivals.
politicianAustralia
19th Century1 person
Carlos P. Garcia
1896 – 1971Fourth President of the Philippines who served from 1957 to 1961 and implemented the "Filipino First" economic policy. He previously served as Vice President under Ramon Magsaysay and assumed the presidency following Magsaysay's death in a plane crash.
18th Century1 person
Carlos Antonio López
1792 – 1862Second President of Paraguay who ruled from 1844 to 1862, establishing the country's first constitution and modernizing its infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous person born on November 4?
Joseph Rotblat, born on November 4, 1908, was a Nobel Peace Prize-winning physicist involved in the Manhattan Project. He later became a leading advocate for nuclear disarmament.
Which world leaders were born on November 4?
Notable leaders born on November 4 include Carlos P. Garcia, President of the Philippines from 1957 to 1961, and Wee Kim Wee, President of Singapore from 1985 to 1993.
Are there any presidents or prime ministers born on November 4?
Yes, on this date, Carlos Antonio López of Paraguay, Carlos P. Garcia of the Philippines, and Carlos Castillo Armas of Guatemala were all born.