Famous People Born in New York

New York has been the birthplace of many influential figures. Explore a curated list of notable individuals born in New York — from living celebrities to historical personalities who have shaped their fields. Each profile includes birthplace details and an interactive map to help you explore their origins geographically.

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26 Famous People born in New York

Djuna Barnes (Writer) - New York City, New York, USA (June 12th, 1892)

American modernist novelist and journalist noted for experimental prose and New York literary circles.

Jean-Michel Basquiat (Painter) - Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA (December 22nd, 1960)

American artist who rose from street art to international acclaim; work mixes text, symbols and neo-expressionist imagery.

Georgina Bloomberg (Athlete, Equestrian) - Manhattan, New York city, New York, USA (January 20th, 1983)

American equestrian and Olympic team champion.

Mariah Carey (Singer) - Huntington, New York, USA (March 27th, 1969)

American singer famous for her five-octave vocal range.

Ted Chiang (Novelist) - Port Jefferson, New York, USA (1967)

American science-fiction writer.

Sean Combs (Actor, Artist, Director, Singer) - Harlem, New York City, New York, United States (November 4th, 1969)

American rapper, producer, and entrepreneur known for his influential role in the development of 1990s hip-hop and for founding the record label Bad Boy Records.

Angie Cruz (Novelist) - New York, USA (February 24th, 1972)

Dominican-American novelist.

Millard Fillmore (Political leader, politician) - Cayuga County, New York, USA (January 7th, 1800)

Thirteenth President, last to be a member of the Whig Party.

Jane Fonda (Actress, Artist) - New York City, New York, USA (December 21st, 1937)

American actress, producer, and activist who has won two Academy Awards and is known for her influential film career and decades of political and social advocacy.

Helen Frankenthaler (Painter) - New York City, New York, USA (December 12th, 1928)

American abstract expressionist painter who pioneered the 'soak-stain' technique.

Rita Hayworth (Actor) - Brooklyn, New York, USA (October 17th, 1918)

American actress and dancer, one of Hollywood's greatest icons.

Edward Hopper (Painter) - Nyack, New York, USA (July 22nd, 1882)

American realist painter known for solitude-themed works such as 'Nighthawks'.

Lisa Ko (Novelist) - New York City, New York, USA (1975)

American novelist exploring migration and identity.

Ryan Lochte (Athlete, Swimming) - Rochester, New York, USA (August 3rd, 1984)

American swimmer with multiple Olympic golds.

Maria Callas (Singer) - New York City, New York, USA (December 2nd, 1923)

American-born Greek soprano known for operatic mastery.

Yunus Musah (Soccer player) - New York City, New York, United States (November 29th, 2002)

American professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder, known for his versatility, ball-carrying ability, and contributions to both AC Milan and the United States national team.

Norman Rockwell (Illustrator, Painter) - New York City, New York, USA (February 3rd, 1894)

American painter and illustrator known for iconic depictions of American life for The Saturday Evening Post.

Theodore Roosevelt (Political leader, writer) - New York City, New York, USA (October 27th, 1858)

Twenty-sixth President of the United States and progressive reformer; known for conservation and “speak softly”.

Franklin D. Roosevelt (Political leader, reformer) - Hyde Park, New York, USA (January 30th, 1882)

Thirty-second President, elected four times and led the U.S. through the Great Depression and World War II.

Barbra Streisand (Singer) - Brooklyn, New York, USA (April 24th, 1942)

American singer acclaimed for her versatility and vocal control.

Donald Trump (Businessman, Media personality, Political Leader) - Queens, New York City, New York, USA (June 14th, 1946)

Donald Trump is an American businessman, media personality, and politician who served as the 45th President of the United States from 2017 to 2021 and was re-elected as the 47th President of the United States since 2025.

Martin Van Buren (Political leader, politician) - Kinderhook, New York, USA (December 5th, 1782)

Eighth President and a key organizer of the Democratic Party.

Edith Warton (Writer) - New York City, New York, USA (January 24th, 1862)

American novelist included for influence on 20th‑century American realism.

Denzel Washington (Actor, Filmmaker) - Mount Vernon, New York, USA (December 28th, 1954)

American actor and director known for powerful dramatic roles.

Colson Whitehead (Novelist) - New York City, New York, USA (November 6th, 1969)

American novelist, two-time Pulitzer Prize winner.

Mark Zuckerberg (Entrepreneur) - White Plains, New York, USA (May 14th, 1984)

Co-founder and CEO of Meta Platforms (Facebook), one of the youngest self-made billionaires