Birthdays
Famous Birthdays on January 17
Explore our curated list of notable people born on January 17.
historicals
1706
Benjamin Franklin
American polymath and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States.
Source: Wikipedia
athletes
1942
Muhammad Ali
American professional boxer and activist.
Source: Wikipedia
celebritys
1922
Betty White
American actress and comedian.
Source: Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was born on January 17?
Many notable figures were born on January 17, including Benjamin Franklin, Muhammad Ali, Betty White and others.
Are these January 17 birthdays accurate?
Yes, our data is curated from public encyclopedias and historical records.
Which scientists were born on January 17?
We currently do not have curated scientist birthdays for January 17.