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Famous Birthdays on September 5

11 notable people were born on September 5.

September 5 is the birth date of 11 notable individuals from various areas such as art, philosophy, entertainment, and politics. Prominent figures born on this day include German Romantic painter Caspar David Friedrich (1774), Indian philosopher and statesman Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan (1888), Australian actor George Lazenby (1939), British rock legend Freddie Mercury (1946), and Afghan politician Abdullah Abdullah (1960). These individuals have contributed in fields like fine arts, academic philosophy, cinema, and music.

18th Century1 person

Caspar David Friedrich

Caspar David Friedrich

1774 – 1840

German Romantic painter famous for his contemplative landscapes featuring solitary figures against sublime natural backdrops. His iconic works include 'Wanderer above the Sea of Fog' and 'The Sea of Ice.'

architectural draftspersondraftspersonlandscape painterGermany

19th Century1 person

Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

1888 – 1975

Second President of India (1962-1967) and distinguished philosopher who served as Vice President under Nehru and was a prominent educator at Oxford University.

diplomathistorianphilosopherIndia

20th Century9 people

Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury

1946 – 1991

British singer and songwriter who served as the lead vocalist of the rock band Queen and is considered one of the greatest performers in rock history. He wrote hits including "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "We Are the Champions" before dying of AIDS-related complications in 1991.

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George Lazenby

George Lazenby

1939

Actor who portrayed James Bond in the 1969 film 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service', serving as the iconic spy for only one official film.

actorfilm actormodelAustralia
Rose McGowan

Rose McGowan

1973

American actress, director and activist

activistdirectorfilm actorUnited States
Felipe Caicedo

Felipe Caicedo

1988

Striker who scored over 30 goals for Ecuador's national team and played for numerous European clubs including Manchester City and Lazio.

association football playerEcuador
Abdullah Abdullah

Abdullah Abdullah

1960

Afghan ophthalmologist and politician who served as Chief Executive Officer of Afghanistan from 2014 to 2020 and was a prominent opposition leader.

diplomatophthalmologistpoliticianAfghanistan
Francis Ngannou

Francis Ngannou

1986

Cameroonian heavyweight mixed martial artist and former UFC Heavyweight Champion known for his knockout power.

mixed martial arts fighterCameroon
Timur Kapadze

Timur Kapadze

1981

Former midfielder who earned over 80 caps for Uzbekistan and later managed several clubs including the national team.

association football coachassociation football playerUzbekistan
Mishary Rashid Al-Afasy

Mishary Rashid Al-Afasy

1976

Renowned Quranic reciter and imam who serves at Kuwait's Grand Mosque and has gained international recognition for his melodious recitations. His recordings and live performances have made him one of the most popular contemporary reciters in the Islamic world.

imamqāriʾKuwait
Marianna Madia

Marianna Madia

1980

Italian politician who served as Minister for Public Administration and Simplification under Prime Minister Matteo Renzi from 2014 to 2016.

politicianItaly

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the most famous person born on September 5?
Freddie Mercury, the lead singer of Queen, is widely considered the most famous person born on September 5, 1946. His powerful voice and theatrical performances made him one of rock music's greatest icons.
Are there any politicians born on September 5?
Yes, several politicians were born on September 5, including Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, India's second President from 1962 to 1967. Abdullah Abdullah, an Afghan politician and former presidential candidate, was also born on this date in 1960.
Which famous artist was born on September 5?
Caspar David Friedrich, the German Romantic painter known for his atmospheric landscapes, was born on September 5, 1774. He is best known for works like 'Wanderer above the Sea of Fog' and helped define the Romantic movement in art.