Hey! Today we're sneaking a peek at some cool people born on January 8. From gamers to singers to footballers, this day’s got it all. Ready to meet 10 folks who make this date a little more awesome? Let’s roll!
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Valkyrae: Queen of Streaming, 34
This gaming star took over YouTube with her chill vibes and epic Among Us moves. Valkyrae wasn’t always streaming royalty – she once worked at GameStop! Oh, and shoutout to her mom for getting her hooked on games early on.
Noah Cyrus: The Singer Who Started Acting at Two, 26
Noah’s been in the spotlight since she was basically a toddler. She wowed with her debut song “Make Me (Cry)” and didn’t stop there. She’s the baby of the famous Cyrus crew, making music and acting look effortless.
Damiano David: Rock Star with a Basketball Past, 27
This Italian frontman from Måneskin blew up Eurovision and the world. Before rocking stages, he was shooting hoops as a point guard! Talk about a smooth switch from courts to concerts.
Cynthia Erivo: Broadway’s Powerhouse, 39
Tony-winning Cynthia slayed on stage and screen, including playing Harriet Tubman like a boss. Fun twist: before all the fame, she dabbled in music psychology. Imagine that brainy Broadway star!
Ryan Destiny: Star of Screen and Song, 31
Ryan’s got chops in acting and singing, playing leads in shows like Star and even boxing on screen as Claressa Shields. Oh, and she almost landed a role in Empire – talk about close call!
Zach Charbonnet: Football’s Late Bloomer, 25
Zach didn’t kick off his football journey until seventh grade – kind of late, right? But he made up for lost time with a killer college career at UCLA and now races for the Seattle Seahawks.
Koke: Atlético’s Midfield Maestro, 34
This Spanish football wizard has basically been with Atlético Madrid forever – and he's their captain! He treats a World Cup football from his First Communion like a priceless treasure. Passion, much?
Freddie Stroma: Nerdy Actor with a Neuroscience Twist, 39
Known for Harry Potter and Peacemaker, Freddie is not your average actor – he’s got a neuroscience degree too! Yep, brains and charm, all wrapped up in one.
Betsy DeVos: Education’s Wild Card, 68
Betsy stirred up the education world as US Secretary of Education but has a twist – she’s the first secretary who never went to public school or sent her kids there. Talk about breaking the mold!
Shirley Bassey: The Voice That Could Shake Walls, 89
Shirley’s singing is so powerful that her teachers told her to tone it down as a kid. Too bad for them, because she went on to belt out iconic James Bond themes and become a legend.

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