Birthdays of stars, who did December give us...
The selection is partially random – hopefully each of you will find at least one of your favorites here 😉
December is truly a month of stars... and not just stars. But birthdays also include Leonid Ilyich Brezhnev and Joseph Vissarionovich Dzhugashvili, known as Stalin, and even Pablo Escobar - the drug lord. It's simply a colorful month.
DECEMBER ⭐PERSONALITIES BORN
(sorted chronologically)
December 1, 1935 – Woody Allen – American actor and director
One of the most influential figures in film history. His work is characterized by intellectual humor and a distinctive style. He was obsessed with film as a child and wrote his first screenplays in his teens. He is a passionate jazz fan and plays the clarinet. He chose his pseudonym "Woody" after the famous clarinetist Woody Herman.
December 1, 1945 – Bette Midler – American actress and singer
A diva with a huge voice and even more energy. She has become famous on Broadway and in film, has a Grammy and a Golden Globe. The audience loves her for her humor and emotional performances. In addition to the aforementioned successes, she played the role of Dixie Leonard in the film For the Boys and witch Winifred Sanderson in the cult film Hocus Pocus (1993). She also appeared in the sequel in 2022 Hocus Pocus 2. And for me, unique in the Club of deferred women! GOD 😉
December 1, 1949 – Pablo Escobar – Colombian drug lord
A dark legend of the 20th century, he built one of the most powerful drug cartels in the world and was ranked by Forbes as one of the richest people on the planet in 1989. His story is a mixture of absolute brutality and incredible influence.
December 1, 1967 – Nela Boudová – Czech actress
A well-known face in Czech film and dubbing. She lends her voice to Julia Roberts and has appeared in a number of popular Czech films. She spent part of her childhood abroad thanks to her father, a CST reporter.
December 2, 1923 – Maria Callas – American-Greek opera singer
One of the greatest sopranos of all time. Expressive, dramatic, sometimes controversial – but her voice set the bar so high that opera singers are still judged by it – she was famous, among other things, for her tragic love for shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis, who left her for Jacqueline Kennedy. Her singing career was affected by the loss of her voice and technical problems, but she nevertheless completed a successful world tour towards the end of her life. She spent her last years in Paris, where she died of a heart attack at the age of 53.
December 2, 1978 – Nelly Furtado – Canadian singer
She launched her pop career with the Grammy-winning hit "I'm Like a Bird." She is known for her musical experimentation and mixing of different styles. In 2014, the Portuguese president awarded her the Order of Prince Henrique, with the rank of Commander. She also has a star on Canada's Walk of Fame.
December 2, 1981 – Britney Spears – American singer
A pop icon of the late 90s and 2000s. Her hits literally defined a generation. Despite her turbulent personal life, she remains one of the most famous women in modern music. The singer suffers from incurable nerve damage and has mobility issues. She was married three times
December 3, 1948 – Ozzy Osbourne – British rock legend
„"Prince of Darkness"“ , a symbol of heavy metal and the frontman of Black Sabbath. His solo career was even more successful. To this day, he is one of the most prominent and controversial musical figures that rock has ever had. He was a fan of The Beatles, whose music inspired him to become a musician. „"Mom, I'm Coming Home": The song was written for his wife Sharon by Lemmy Kilmister of Motörhead, with whom Osbourne often collaborated. The line "Mama, I'm coming home" was something Osbourne would say to his wife after every tour.
December 3, 1949 – Eva Hudečková – Czech actress and writer
She shone on Czech theater stages and screens. Later, she focused on writing and creating scripts and remains active in the cultural environment. As an author, she also worked on the epic fairy tale "Brother Golem" and the novel "Headless Mare" as a film script. Their realization is being prepared. In 1999, the book "V moci kouzel" was published, three mysterious stories about "love without borders".
„I often think about how much energy and time people devote to their careers, wanting to be good economists, artists, scientists, politicians. but few of them devote even a fraction of that hard work to becoming a good person.
December 3, 1960 – Julianne Moore – American actress
One of the most respected actresses of our time. She has an Oscar and dozens of nominations. She is left-handed, she learned to swim at 26 and drive a car a year later. At the beginning of her career, she earned extra money as a waitress. She also writes a series of children's books called Freckleface Strawberry. Her most notable films include The Big Lebowski, Magnolia, Hannibal and The Kids Are All Right. In addition, she is an iconic representative of natural beauty.
December 7, 1972 – Dara Rolins – Slovak singer
She has been on stage since childhood and has dozens of hits behind her. She is known for her professional approach, perfect live show and lifelong discipline, thanks to which she is still in incredible shape. She released an album with the German label BMG and recorded in London and Frankfurt. In 2001, she became a co-owner of the Prague club and restaurant Duplex. She founded her own perfume brand "VERMI by Dara". And she was also the face of the march against breast cancer.
December 8, 1966 – Sinéad O'Connor – Irish singer
A distinctive voice in world music, best known for her song „Nothing Compares 2 U.“ She was unconventional, bold, and never afraid to criticize social issues.
Her controversial actions, such as tearing up a photo of the Pope on live television, were due to her aversion to the Catholic Church, which was the result of childhood abuse. Although she is known worldwide, her life has been marked by mental health issues, including bipolar disorder, and several suicide attempts.
She converted to Islam in 2018 and took the name Shuhada Davitt. In 2018, her youngest son Shane tragically died by suicide, causing her immense pain. – Sinéad O'Connor shaves her head to differentiate herself from other women.
December 8, 1978 – Ian Somerhalder – American actor and model
He became famous for The Vampire Diaries – and I just love him there ❣ And also in the series Lost. He worked in modeling as a child and is now also active in ecology and animal protection. In 2015, he married actress Nikki Reed. It is addict on social media! /If he weren't an actor, he would want to be a biologist! /He is very active in charity. He also received the Environmental Media Award /He loves food, he could eat all the time!
December 12, 1915 – Frank Sinatra – American singer and actor
A legend of jazz and swing, his voice is considered one of the most perfect. His combination of charisma, technique and elegance has made him an immortal icon.
*Rebirth from a film role: After a career slump in the 1940s, he returned to the top thanks to an Oscar for his supporting role in the war film From Here to Eternity (1953).
* He sang many hits, but he never loved the song My Way, which is still associated with him today.
*The famous song «New York, New York»: It was associated with his successes and became a symbol of his career.
*Suspected Mafia Connections: Sinatra reportedly had good relations with the Mafia, and some speculate that it helped him rise to the top, although the singer denied this.
*Tribute to the "Greatest Voice of the Century": In 2001, BBC Radio 2 named him the "Greatest Voice of the 20th Century.".
December 14, 1939 – Josef Abrhám – Czech actor
A gentleman actor. He shone on Czech television, in films and on the stage. His charisma and civil speech made him one of the greatest personalities of Czech cinema. He was the husband of actress Libuše Šafránková from 1976 until her death in 2021. Together they had a son, Josef, who has his own family. He was also a skilled pianist.
December 15, 1832 – Gustave Eiffel – French engineer
The man who gave Paris its silhouette. Gustave Eiffel is known for his Eiffel Tower, but he also participated in the design of the skeleton of the Statue of Liberty and the construction of many bridges and viaducts. Interestingly, he had his own private apartment on the third floor of the Eiffel Tower, where he invited friends such as Thomas Edison, and that during his life he also devoted himself to aerodynamic and meteorological research.
December 17, 1975 – Milla Jovovich – American actress and model
She broke through as a model, but it was the Resident Evil film series that brought her global fame, and I adore her in The Fifth Element with Bruce Willis! An actress, model, and singer who was born in Kiev but moved to the US with her family at an early age. She started out as a model at the age of 11, when she became the youngest person on the cover of a fashion magazine. magazine. She has two daughters with her husband, director Paul W. S. Anderson.
December 18, 1957 – Marek Eben – Czech presenter and actor
Elegant humor, intelligence and perspective. One of the best presenters the Czech scene has. His interviews are among the absolute best. Actor, presenter, singer and composer, who is the brother of David and Kryštof and a member of the band Bratři Ebenové. His most famous presenting credits include the shows TýTý and Stardance, as well as the talk show Na plovárně. He is married to actress Markéta Fišerová.
December 18, 1963 – Brad Pitt – American actor
A sex symbol of the 90s, but above all a great actor who can do both drama and action. Brad Pitt is known for his prosopagnosia (the inability to recognize human faces), has publicly spoken about his struggle with alcoholism and abstinence since 2016, and has also struggled with smoking and marijuana addiction. He has won numerous awards throughout his career, including two Golden Globes. He also has an Oscar and his filmography is extremely wide-ranging – from Fight Club to Ad Astra, but Troy and its Achilles, yes, she cried here!
December 19, 1915 – Édith Piaf – French singer
Born on the sidewalk, raised in a brothel, and briefly blinded by cataracts. Her nickname "Little Sparrow" referred to her short height (147 cm) and the fact that she sang on the street. The queen of chanson. Her voice was raw, emotional, and utterly unique. She sang about pain, life, and love with a reality that touched the whole world.
December 19, 1938 – Karel Svoboda – Czech composer
A genius of melody. He composed music for dozens of films and series that are remembered by the entire republic. His music, such as the theme song for May Bees, was also successful overseas, and his songs were popular in Brazil, France, Germany and Sweden. He composed a number of hits, such as Lady Carnival, Hi, love. (with Karel Gott), The shadow of cathedrals and Plus, I have you, my love.. He was the first Czech to compose a musical with international ambitions, Dracula, and among his last works was Golem.He built the first private music studio in Czechoslovakia.
December 19, 1980 – Jake Gyllenhaal – American actor
A talented chameleon. From Donnie Darko to Breaking Bad, he handles both commercial and challenging roles and always leaves an impression. He is an active human rights and environmental activist, and in addition to acting, he also does theater and Broadway work.
December 20, 1966 – Richard Genzer simply Geňa – Czech actor and comedian
A prominent figure in Czech entertainment. He started out in the dance group UNO, but became most famous for his television shows full of humor and improvisation. Richard is a screenwriter, choreographer, dancer, singer and actor.
December 22, 1972 – Vanessa Paradis – French actress and singer
… singer, actress and model who rose to fame as a teenager when she became the face of Coco Chanel perfume in 1991. She became famous at the age of 14. Her subtle style, unique voice and long career have kept her among the stalwarts of French culture. She lived with Johnny Depp from 1998 to 2012 and they have two children together: daughter Lily-Rose (1999) and son John (2002).
December 23, 1951 – Věra Špinarová – Czech singer
The owner of one of the greatest voices in Czech music. The emotion and power she put into her songs are still unsurpassed. She started playing the violin at the age of six and later the guitar. She recorded her first song at the age of fifteen. She was considered one of the most talented singers of her generation. After the band broke up in 1989, she went through a period of singing in bars before returning to the scene in 1992 with a new album.
December 24, 1945 – Lemmy Kilmister – British musician
Founder of Motörhead and one of the greatest rockers ever. His lifestyle and music made him a cult figure. In some of his songs he expressed his views against religion, politics and established authorities, he was known for his fondness for Jack Daniels, collecting Nazi medals (which he displayed on his bass guitars, although he was not a Nazi). He previously worked as a crate driver for Jimi Hendrix.
December 24, 1971 – Ricky Martin – Puerto Rican singer
„"Livin' la Vida Loca" catapulted him to the top of the world charts. He combines Latin energy and charisma. Martin began his career as an actor in Puerto Rican soap operas and later appeared in American series such as General Hospital and Glee.
December 25, 1954 – Annie Lennox – British singer
A powerful voice, an original style and an incredible career. Half of the Eurythmics and later a successful solo artist.
December 26, 1971 – Jared Leto – American actor and singer
Oscar-winning actor and frontman of 30 Seconds to Mars. He combines artistic extravagance with talent and an exceptional visual personality. He has played many memorable roles, including Harry Goldfarb in the film Requiem for a Dream (2000), Nemo Nobody on film Mr. Nobody (2009) and Joker in Suicide Squad (2016). For the role in Last Hope Club (2013) won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. He was subsequently nominated for a Golden Globe for his role in the thriller Fragments (2021) and for his role as Paolo Gucci in The Gucci Clan (2021).
December 27, 1901 – Marlene Dietrich – German-American actress
She was a German actress and singer who became an international icon and one of the first German stars in Hollywood. An icon of old Hollywood. Her elegance, dramatic expression and distinctive style made her a symbol of the 1930s. She was known for her unique style and became a muse for many fashion designers. She refused offers and positions in Nazi Germany, for which she received the American Medal of Freedom and the French Legion of Honor.
December 27, 1948 – Gérard Depardieu – French actor
He is known as one of the most versatile French actors, winner of a Golden Globe and two Césars, who gained international recognition in the 1980s. A legend of European cinema. He played dozens of dramatic and comic roles, but most of the generation remembers him as the unforgettable Obelix.
December 28, 1972 – Daniela Šinkorová – Slovak actress
Known for her TV series and musicals. She was drawn to music and dance since childhood and is still a prominent face of Czech show business. She has appeared in successful TV series: HOSPITAL ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE CITY AFTER 20 YEARS, ORDINANCE IN THE ROSE GARDEN and GYM. She played leading roles in twenty musicals, such as Cabaret (Sally Bowles), Cats (Demeter), Chicago (Velma Kelly), Christian (Susan), Dracula, Pomade (Rizzo, Marty),…
December 31, 1937 – Anthony Hopkins (Philip Anthony Hopkins) – British actor
One of the greatest actors in history, Hannibal Lecter is just the tip of the iceberg – his acting prowess is brilliant across genres. Twilight (1993) The Silence of the Lambs (1991) The Two Popes (2019) and for me Meet Joe Black (1998), which also stars Brad Pitt.
In 1997, he became a Commander of the Order of the British Empire. In 1993, he was knighted by the Queen of England. In 2000, he became an American citizen.
December 31, 1959 – Val Kilmer – American actor
One branch of his ancestors comes from the Cherokee Indian tribe. He gained fame for his roles in Top Gun (Iceman), Batman. His international popularity was mainly ensured by his character as a rock legend, singer, composer and poet. Jim Morrison in the movie The Doors. Unfortunately this year April 1, 2025 died.
In addition to the birthdays of stars, December is also full of holidays, rituals, and traditions!
So enjoy it in peace and quiet, as best you can.
Daniela wishes you a beautiful and wonderful December 💖
With love, Daniela
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