Famous People Born on January 17th
There are quite a few famous people born on January 17th and they are also admirable people too for many across the world. Here's a list and see what they stand for. If you or a loved one's birthday falls on this day, you're among the gems. 1. James Earl Jones James Earl Jones is an American actor with a long and illustrious career spanning over seven decades. For his roles in film, stage, and television, he has been called "one of America's most distinguished and varied" performers, as well as "one of the greatest actors in American history." He was born in Arkabutla, Mississippi, on January 17, 1931. In 1957, he made his Broadway debut after studying acting in New York City. He was recognized for his roles with the New York Shakespeare Festival (1961–73) and in Othello (1964). In The Great White Hope, he played a black boxer (1969, Tony Award; film 1970). 2. Betty White Betty Marion White Ludden (1922-2022) was an actress and comedia