Biographies

Christian Lous Lange: Norwegian historian and internationalist (1869–1938) Christian Lous Lange Christian Lous Lange was a Norwegian historian, teacher and advocate of internationalism. He wrote a major history of international cooperation and shared the 1921 Nobel Peace Priz…

Christian Lundeberg: Swedish prime minister during the 1905 Norway–Sweden union dissolution Christian Lundeberg Christian Lundeberg, Sweden's prime minister in 1905, led a short-lived coalition government that negotiated the peaceful dissolution of the Norway–Sweden union and guided Parliame…

Christian Manfredini Christian Manfredini (born 1 May 1975) is an Ivorian-born professional footballer who spent most of his career in Italy, known for his role as a left-sided midfielder and his time…

Christian J. Mohn Christian Mohn Norwegian ski jumper and sports official (1926–2018), noted for top finishes at early 1950s championships and service as president of the Norwegian Ski Federation.

Christian Mortensen — Danish-born American supercentenarian Christian Mortensen Christian Mortensen (1882–1998) was a Danish-born American supercentenarian who reached 115 years 252 days and became one of the longest-lived validated men in history. This articl…

Christian Obodo — Nigerian professional football midfielder Christian Obodo Profile of Christian Obodo, a Nigerian-born professional footballer known for his midfield versatility and tenure with Italian club Udinese; overview of style, career path, and sig…

Christian Pander — German left‑back and set‑piece specialist Christian Pander Overview of Christian Pander, a German footballer born 1983: position, club career with Schalke and Hannover, international appearances, playing style, injuries, and notable facts.

Christian Panucci Italian former professional footballer and coach, versatile full-back who enjoyed a long club career in top European leagues and represented Italy at senior international tournamen…

Christian Poulsen (Danish footballer) Christian Poulsen Christian Poulsen (born 28 Feb 1980) is a Danish defensive midfielder known for his combative style. He played for clubs including Schalke, Sevilla, Juventus and Liverpool and was…

Christian Riganò — Italian football striker Christian Riganò Christian Riganò (born 25 May 1974) is an Italian former professional centre-forward noted as a late bloomer who rose from the lower leagues to score prolifically in Italy's profes…

Christian Schwarz-Schilling A German politician, telecommunications entrepreneur and philanthropist; served as High Representative and EU Special Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina (2006–2007) and held…

Christian Schwegler (Swiss footballer) Christian Schwegler Swiss right-back born in 1984 who played for FC Luzern, Arminia Bielefeld, BSC Young Boys and Red Bull Salzburg; noted for defensive reliability and very long throw-ins.

Christian Slater American actor known for edgy, rebellious screen characters across film and television, with notable roles in Heathers, True Romance, Interview with the Vampire and the series Mr.…

Christian Soucy — Canadian ice hockey goaltender Christian Soucy Canadian ice hockey goaltender Christian Soucy (born Sept 14, 1970, Gatineau, Quebec) had a professional career primarily in North American minor leagues and is remembered for a br…

Christian Träsch German professional footballer born in Ingolstadt in 1987, known for defensive versatility; played in Germany's top divisions and represented the national team.

Christian Venge Balboa — Spanish Paralympic Tandem Cyclist Christian Venge Balboa Biography of Christian Venge Balboa, a blind Spanish tandem cyclist from Barcelona who won multiple Paralympic medals across four Games (2000–2012) in track and road events.

Christian Vieri: Italian striker and prolific goalscorer Christian Vieri Profile of Christian Vieri, known as "Bobo": a powerful Italian centre‑forward who starred in Serie A and for the Italy national team, noted for aerial ability, physical presence a…

Christian VII of Denmark (1749–1808) Christian VII of Denmark King of Denmark and Norway from 1766 to 1808. His reign is remembered for severe mental illness, the reforming but brief rule of Johann Friedrich Struensee, a political reaction an…

Christian Weber (German politician) Christian Weber Christian Weber (1946–2019), German Social Democratic politician; President of the Parliament of Bremen (Bürgerschaft) from 1999 to 2019, noted for long parliamentary service and l…

Christian Wilhelmsson Swedish professional footballer (born 1979), commonly known as 'Chippen', winger and attacking midfielder who played for clubs including Al-Hilal and represented the Sweden nationa…

Christian Wörns: German International Football Defender Christian Wörns Overview of Christian Wörns, a German former professional footballer born in 1972, his playing profile, club and international career outline, style of play, and later involvement…

Christian Wulff — German politician and former President Christian Wulff Profile of Christian Wulff, a German lawyer and CDU politician who led Lower Saxony and served as President of Germany (2010–2012), his career, presidency, resignation and subseque…

Christian Ziege: German footballer, left-sided specialist and international Christian Ziege Profile of Christian Ziege (born 1972), a former German left-sided player noted for set-pieces and crossing, his club and international career, playing style, and later roles in fo…

Christiane Martel — French actress and Miss Universe 1953 Christiane Martel Christiane Martel (born Christiane Magnani, 1932) is a French actress and beauty queen who won Miss Universe 1953 and later pursued a film career, becoming a notable public figure…

Christiane Nüsslein-Volhard: developmental geneticist and advocate for women in science Christiane Nüsslein-Volhard German developmental biologist and Nobel laureate (1995); pioneered genetic analysis of embryonic patterning and founded a program supporting young female scientists with children.

Christie Blatchford — Canadian journalist, columnist and broadcaster Christie Blatchford Overview of Christie Blatchford, a prominent Canadian newspaper columnist and broadcaster known for her outspoken commentary, major publications, books, and legacy. Born 1951, died…

Christie Brinkley: model, actress, writer and designer Christie Brinkley Overview of Christie Brinkley — American model and public figure known for a long CoverGirl association, work in film and publishing, product design, activism, and a high-profile p…

Christie Davies: British sociologist of humour, morality and censorship Christie Davies Overview of Christie Davies (1941–2017), his research on humour, criminology and censorship, academic career at the University of Reading, visiting posts abroad, and his scholarly…

Christie Fuller (Australian contralto, died 15 August 1933) Christie Fuller Concise account of Christie Fuller, an Australian contralto who died 15 Aug 1933; explains her voice type, Victorian-era musical context, likely repertoire and pointers for further…

Christijan Albers — Dutch racing driver Christijan Albers Profile of Christijan Albers, a Dutch racing driver known for success in DTM, a stint in Formula One (2005–2007) with Minardi/Midland/Spyker, and a later return to DTM with Audi.

Christina Aguilera: career, voice, and cultural impact Christina Aguilera Overview of Christina Aguilera’s life and work: breakthrough as a pop star, vocal style, major hits and collaborations, awards, film and television roles, and lasting influence.

Christina Applegate — actress, career, and health advocacy Christina Applegate Overview of Christina Applegate's life and career, major roles, health challenges (breast cancer, BRCA1, MS) and advocacy work in entertainment and public awareness.

Christina Cox — Canadian Actress and Stunt Performer Christina Cox Profile of Christina Cox, a Canadian-born actress and stunt performer (born 31 July 1971) known for film and television roles and for boxing stunt work on Million Dollar Baby.

Christina Grimmie: YouTube star and pop singer (1994–2016) Christina Grimmie Overview of Christina Grimmie, American singer, songwriter and YouTuber who rose to fame with cover videos, released original music, competed on The Voice, and whose life ended in…

Christina Hendricks American actress best known for her role as Joan Harris on AMC's Mad Men; began in modeling and has appeared in television, film and stage roles. Born in Knoxville and has lived in…

Christina Jutterström — Swedish journalist and media executive Christina Jutterström Profile of Christina Jutterström (born 1940), Swedish journalist and editor who led Dagens Nyheter, Expressen and later served as CEO of public broadcaster Sveriges Television.

Christina Kirkman — American actress and comedian Christina Kirkman Profile of Christina Kirkman, an American actress and comedian known for winning Nickelodeon's R U All That? contest and performing on the sketch series All That; includes career,…

Christina Milian American singer, songwriter, actress and dancer known for early-2000s pop and R&B hits, film roles, and her Cuban-American background. Debut album in 2001 and best-known single “Di…

Christina of Sweden — queen, scholar, and patron of the arts Christina of Sweden Queen Christina (1626–1689) ruled Sweden 1632–1654, abdicated, converted to Catholicism and became a celebrated patron of learning and the arts in Rome.

Princess Christina of the Netherlands (Maria Christina, 1947–2019) Christina of the Netherlands Princess Christina, youngest daughter of Queen Juliana and Prince Bernhard, was a Dutch royal who pursued music and education. Born nearly blind due to maternal rubella, she later…

Christina Onassis: heiress, public figure, and family legacy Christina Onassis Overview of Christina Onassis (1950–1988): daughter of Aristotle Onassis, heir to the Onassis fortune, her life, public profile, health struggles, and the inheritance she left to h…

Christina Perri American singer-songwriter known for piano-led pop ballads; rose to prominence with the single "Jar of Hearts" and wrote "A Thousand Years" for a Twilight film soundtrack.

Christina Pickles: English actress known for St. Elsewhere and Friends Christina Pickles Biography and overview of Christina Pickles, an English-born actress noted for her Emmy-nominated role on St. Elsewhere and as Judy Geller on Friends, with background, career highl…

Christina Ricci — American actress and former child star Christina Ricci Christina Ricci (born 1980) is an American actress who rose to fame as a child star and built a varied film and television career noted for eccentric and dark roles.

Christina Rossetti — English Victorian poet Christina Rossetti English Victorian poet (1830–1894) known for Goblin Market, devotional verse and children's poems. Her concentrated lyric style and religious themes made her a distinctive voice in…

Christine Anu — Australian singer, performer and cultural advocate Christine Anu Christine Anu (born 15 March 1970) is an Australian pop singer, actress and cultural advocate of Torres Strait Islander heritage, known for her recording of “My Island Home” and he…

Christine Arnothy: Hungarian-born French writer and memoirist Christine Arnothy Christine Arnothy (1930–2015) was a Hungarian-born French author whose best-known work, J'ai quinze ans et je ne veux pas mourir, recounts her teenage experience in wartime Budapes…

Christine Blasey Ford American psychologist and professor who publicly accused Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault in 2018 and testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee.