Popular Faces Born on September 26: Notable Figures Across Various Fields

September 26: marks the birth anniversary of several distinguished individuals from diverse fields including sports, politics, literature, modelling, entertainment, and digital media. Here’s a look at some of the most notable personalities born on this day:

Serena Williams

Dr. Manmohan Singh

T.S.Eliot

Dev Anand

Archana Puran Singh

Karan Oberoi

Chunky Pandey

Jim Caviezel

Emma Rigby

Lilly Singh

Serena Williams (Born 1981)

Widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players in history, Serena Williams was born on September 26, 1981, in Saginaw, Michigan, USA. With 23 Grand Slam singles titles to her name, Williams has had a transformative impact on tennis and has been recognized for her athletic dominance, resilience, and cultural influence.

Dr. Manmohan Singh (Born 1932)

Former Prime Minister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh was born on September 26, 1932, in Gah (now in Pakistan). A respected economist and politician, he served as India's 13th Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014. He was the architect of India’s 1991 economic liberalization and held various key positions, including Finance Minister and Governor of the Reserve Bank of India. 

T.S. Eliot (Born 1888)

Renowned poet and essayist Thomas Stearns Eliot, better known as T.S. Eliot, was born on this day in 1888 in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. A towering figure in 20th-century literature, Eliot is best known for works like The Waste Land and The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1948.

Dev Anand (Born 1923)

Dev Anand is a legendary Indian film actor, director, and producer, was born on September 26, 1923, in Shakargarh (now in Pakistan). With a career spanning over six decades, he starred in and directed numerous classic Hindi films. His distinctive style and charisma made him one of the most enduring figures in Indian cinema.

Archana Puran Singh (Born 1962)

Indian actress and television personality Archana Puran Singh was born on this day in 1962. Known for her comic roles in films and her long-standing association with television, she gained further prominence as a judge on various comedy reality shows.

Karan Oberoi (Born 1987)

Karan Oberoi is a renowned Indian fitness and fashion model was born on September 26, 1987 in New Delhi, India. This Supermodel is India’s first fitness and fashion model known for his work in Indian modelling, he has walked for various popular designers, appeared in commercials and campaigns for popular brands like Royal Enfield bikes, Isuzu and Reebok and music videos, and is widely recognized for his contributions to the Indian modelling industry. 

Chunky Pandey (Born 1962)

Also born on September 26, 1962, Chunky Pandey is a veteran Indian actor who has appeared in a wide range of Hindi films since the late 1980s. He has also worked in Bangladeshi cinema and continues to be active in both film and digital formats.

Jim Caviezel (Born 1968)

American actor Jim Caviezel was born on this day in 1968 in Mount Vernon, Washington. He is best known for portraying Jesus Christ in Mel Gibson’s film The Passion of the Christ (2004). Caviezel has appeared in a variety of films and television shows, including the CBS series Person of Interest (2011-2016)

Emma Rigby (Born 1989)

English actress and model Emma Rigby was born on September 26, 1989, in St Helens, Merseyside, England. She gained fame for her role in the British soap opera Hollyoaks and has since appeared in a number of television dramas and films in both the UK and the US.

Lilly Singh (Born 1988)

Canadian YouTuber, actress, and television host Lilly Singh was born on this date in 1988 in Scarborough, Ontario. Rising to fame through her comedic YouTube videos, she later became one of the first women of South Asian descent to host a late-night talk show on American network television, A Little Late with Lilly Singh.

From Nobel laureates and prime ministers to celebrated actors to models and internet personalities, September 26 has witnessed the birth of numerous influential figures whose contributions have resonated across countries and generations. Each has made a distinct mark in their respective field, offering a wide spectrum of achievements to reflect on.