15 notable people were born on September 25.
September 25 has been the birth date of several notable figures, such as Danish astronomer Ole Rømer (1644), who contributed to measuring the speed of light, and American author William Faulkner (1897), a recipient of both the Pulitzer Prize and Nobel Prize in Literature. On this date were also born leaders like Australian Prime Minister Billy Hughes (1862), Mexican President Plutarco Elías Calles (1877), and Italian President Sandro Pertini (1896).
Mexican general and politician who served as President from 1924 to 1928 and later as the powerful leader behind the Maximato period. He founded the National Revolutionary Party, which dominated Mexican politics for decades.
American writer (1897-1962)
Australia's 7th Prime Minister (1915-1923) who led the country through World War I and the contentious conscription debates. Despite his small stature, Hughes was known as the "Little Digger" and played a significant role at the Paris Peace Conference.
Italian journalist, resistance leader and politician who served as President of Italy from 1978 to 1985.
Danish astronomer who made the first quantitative measurement of the speed of light in 1676 through observations of Jupiter's moon Io.
Academy Award-winning Spanish film director known for colorful, melodramatic films like "All About My Mother" and "Talk to Her."
Three-time President of Costa Rica who abolished the military in 1948 and established the country's modern democratic institutions.
Prime Minister of Georgia since February 2024 and former Speaker of Parliament, representing the Georgian Dream party.
Human rights activist and founder of the Viasna Human Rights Centre who was awarded the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize while imprisoned in Belarus.
Soviet and Russian film director, screenwriter, and actor (1920–1994)
American Islamic scholar
Former Ghanaian striker who played professionally in England and later became a football coach, managing several clubs in Ghana.
Legendary Ukrainian tenor renowned for his performances at the Kyiv Opera and his interpretation of classical operatic roles. He was named People's Artist of the USSR.
Middle son of Kim Jong-il and elder brother of Kim Jong-un, who was reportedly passed over for succession due to his low political profile and interest in music.
North Korean defender who plays for April 25 and has represented the national team in multiple international competitions. He participated in the 2010 World Cup.