Famous People Born in 1977

Shakira

Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll ( shə-KEER-ə, Spanish:; born 2 February 1977), known mononymously as Shakira, is a Colombian singer-songwriter, dancer, and record producer.

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Emmanuel Macron

Emmanuel Jean-Michel Frédéric Macron (born 21 December 1977) is a French politician who has served as President of France since 2017. He has been a member of Renaissance since founding the party in 2016.

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Giorgia Meloni

Leader of the Brothers of Italy party who became Italy's first female prime minister in 2022

Giorgia Meloni (Italian:; born 15 January 1977) is an Italian politician who has served as Prime Minister of Italy since October 2022. She is the first and only woman to hold the office and the head of the longest-serving government in the history of the Italian Republic.

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Kanye West

rapper whose stylistic innovations opened hip-hop beyond gangsta conventions, though later condemned for antisemitic statements and praising Hitler

Ye ( YAY; born Kanye Omari West KAHN-yay oh-MAH-ree, June 8, 1977) is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He has been listed among the greatest rappers of all time and referred to as one of the most prominent figures in hip-hop.

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Kaja Kallas

First female Prime Minister of Estonia

Kaja Kallas (born 18 June 1977) is an Estonian politician and diplomat. She was the first female prime minister of Estonia, a role she held from 2021 until 2024, when she resigned in advance of her appointment as High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.

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Thierry Henry

Former Arsenal and France striker regarded as a Premier League great

Thierry Daniel "Titi" Henry (born 17 August 1977) is a French professional football manager, pundit, and former player. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in Premier League history, he was known for his speed, technical ability, composure, finesse shots and tactical intelligence.

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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Award-winning Nigerian author of Half of a Yellow Sun

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie (born 15 September 1977) is a Nigerian writer, whose works include fiction, nonfiction, and lectures. She is widely recognised as a central figure in postcolonial feminist literature.

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John Cena

Professional wrestler and actor known for his roles in action films

John Felix Anthony Cena ( SEE-nə; born April 23, 1977) is an American actor, former professional wrestler, and former rapper. He is signed to WWE as a brand ambassador.

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