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August 2nd
328 famous people born on this day
August 2nd is the birthday of 328 celebrities and historically significant people in the Pantheon database. The most famous include Shimon Peres, Mahmud I, Jorge Rafael Videla, Isabel Allende, and Constantine I of Greece. The most common occupations for people born on this day are Soccer Player (75), Actor (38), and Politician (31).
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Famous People Born on August 2nd
Discover the remarkable individuals who share August 2nd as their birthday. From world leaders and groundbreaking scientists to beloved entertainers and legendary athletes, this day has seen the birth of many influential figures throughout history. Some of the most notable include Shimon Peres, Mahmud I, and Jorge Rafael Videla. Of the 328 famous people born on this date, 217 are still living today.
Shimon Peres
Politician
Born August 2, 1923
HPI: 80.51
Mahmud I
Politician
Born August 2, 1696
HPI: 78.30
Jorge Rafael Videla
Politician
Born August 2, 1925
HPI: 76.21
Isabel Allende
Writer
Born August 2, 1942
HPI: 76.20
Constantine I of Greece
Politician
Born August 2, 1868
HPI: 76.14
Leo Beenhakker
Coach
Born August 2, 1942
HPI: 75.46
JD Vance
Politician
Born August 2, 1984
HPI: 74.96
Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi
Sculptor
Born August 2, 1834
HPI: 74.94
Peter O'Toole
Actor
Born August 2, 1932
HPI: 74.28
Philippe II, Duke of Orléans
Nobleman
Born August 2, 1674
HPI: 73.85
Jack L. Warner
Film Director
Born August 2, 1892
HPI: 73.56
Emma of Waldeck and Pyrmont
Companion
Born August 2, 1858
HPI: 71.96
Jules A. Hoffmann
Biologist
Born August 2, 1941
HPI: 71.62
Saskia van Uylenburgh
Painter
Born August 2, 1612
HPI: 70.96
Karl-Otto Koch
Military Personnel
Born August 2, 1897
HPI: 70.81
Wes Craven
Film Director
Born August 2, 1939
HPI: 70.06
Louis Antoine, Duke of Enghien
Politician
Born August 2, 1772
HPI: 69.31
George Habash
Extremist
Born August 2, 1926
HPI: 69.27
Carroll O'Connor
Actor
Born August 2, 1924
HPI: 69.10
Takashi Takabayashi
Soccer Player
Born August 2, 1931
HPI: 68.87
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