14 historically significant individuals born on September 23. September 23 is the birth date of several notable political leaders and cultural figures. These individuals include Italian statesman Aldo Moro, born in 1916; Brazilian president Michel Temer, born in 1940; Spanish singer Julio Iglesias, born in 1943; and Pakistani politician Shehbaz Sharif, born in 1951. Lina Medina, born on this date in 1933, became known for a significant medical case.
Total Born
14
Countries
12
Top Century
20th· 9
Top Field
scientist
3 individuals
Headline Figures
Birth Distribution by Century
20th (9)
18th (3)
17th C.20th C.
20th Century
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Clifford G. Shull
scientist
Nobel laureate: Nobel Prize in Physics (1994)
Jaroslav Seifert
scientist
Nobel laureate: Nobel Prize in Literature (1984)
Michel Temer
lawyerpoet
Constitutional lawyer who served as Brazil's Vice President under Dilma Rousseff and became the 37th President after her impeachment in 2016. He served until 2019.
Aldo Moro
diplomatpolitician
Italian statesman who served as Prime Minister five times and was kidnapped and murdered by the Red Brigades in 1978, becoming a symbol of political tragedy.
Paolo Rossi
association football playerpolitician
Italian striker who led Italy to victory in the 1982 FIFA World Cup, winning the Golden Boot with six goals including a hat-trick against Brazil.
Yerry Mina
association football player
Center-back who plays for Everton and Colombia's national team, known for his aerial ability and leadership in defense.
Julio Iglesias
association football playerbusinessperson
Spanish singer who became one of the best-selling Latin music artists of all time, with over 300 million records sold worldwide across multiple languages.
Shehbaz Sharif
politician
Pakistani politician currently serving as Prime Minister since 2024, previously holding the office from 2022-2023 and serving as Chief Minister of Punjab for multiple terms.
Lina Medina
stenographer
Peruvian woman who became the youngest confirmed mother in medical history when she gave birth at age 5 years and 7 months in 1939.
19th Century
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Lord Boyd Orr
scientist
Nobel laureate: Nobel Prize in Peace (1949)
18th Century
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Asaf-ud-Daula
military leadermonarch
Nawab wazir of Oudh in north India (1748-1797)
Moses Brown
businesspersoninventor
American businessman (1738–1836)
Per Georg Scheutz
book printerbusinessperson
Swedish inventor and businessman (1785-1873)
17th Century
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Johann Juncker
chemistphysician
German physician and chemist (1679-1759)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous person born on September 23?
Julio Iglesias, the Spanish singer born in 1943, is likely the most internationally recognized celebrity born on September 23. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time with over 300 million records sold worldwide.
Are there any politicians born on September 23?
Yes, several notable politicians were born on September 23, including Italian Prime Minister Aldo Moro (1916), Brazilian President Michel Temer (1940), and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (1951). These leaders have held key positions in their respective countries' governments.
What famous singer was born on September 23, 1943?
Julio Iglesias, the Spanish singer and songwriter, was born on September 23, 1943. Known for his romantic ballads, he has achieved massive international success, recording in multiple languages including Spanish, English, French, and Italian.