Biographies

Khaqani Shirvani (c.1120–1190) Khaqani Shirvani Persian court poet from Shirvan famed for the elegy The Arch of Madain and the prison poems (Habsiyye); noted for learned allusion, rhetorical density, and influence on later Persi…

Khawaja Nazimuddin — Pakistani Governor‑General and Prime Minister Khawaja Nazimuddin Khawaja Nazimuddin (1894–1964) was a Bengali Muslim leader who served as Pakistan's second Governor‑General and later as its second Prime Minister, prominent in Bengal politics bef…

Khayyam Mirzazade: Azerbaijani composer, teacher and cultural figure Khayyam Mirzazade Khayyam Mirzazade (1935–2018) was an Azerbaijani composer and professor known for symphonic, chamber and vocal works, theatre and film music, and for decades of teaching at the Aze…

Khem Singh Gill (1930–2019) Khem Singh Gill Khem Singh Gill was an Indian geneticist, plant breeder and academic leader at Punjab Agricultural University, serving as professor, researcher and Vice‑Chancellor from 1990 to 199…

Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche: Tibetan Buddhist teacher and abbot (1924–2019) Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche Senior lama of the Karma Kagyu school, long-time abbot of Karma Triyana Dharmachakra in Woodstock, New York, and a principal teacher who helped establish Karma Kagyu practice in No…

Khetag Gazyumov — Azerbaijani freestyle wrestler of Ossetian origin Khetag Gazyumov Khetag Gazyumov (born 24 April 1983) is an Azerbaijani freestyle wrestler, born in Alagir, North Ossetia. He won Olympic bronze medals in 2008 and 2012 and competed at high interna…

Khieu Samphan: Cambodian politician and head of state of Democratic Kampuchea Khieu Samphan Khieu Samphan (born 1931) was a senior Khmer Rouge official who served as nominal head of state of Democratic Kampuchea (1976–1979) and was later tried and convicted for crimes com…

Khin Nyunt: Burmese intelligence chief and former prime minister Khin Nyunt General Khin Nyunt (born 1939) led Myanmar's military intelligence, served briefly as prime minister in 2003–2004, and was later detained. He helped build the junta's security appa…

Khloé Kardashian: Television Personality, Entrepreneur, and Media Figure Khloé Kardashian Overview of Khloé Kardashian's background, television career, business ventures, and public profile, including family ties, major TV projects and entrepreneurial activities.

Khondaker Mostaq Ahmad Bangladeshi politician who served briefly as President after the 1975 assassination of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman; a controversial and contested figure in Bangladesh's political history…

Khoo Kay Kim: Malaysian Historian and Educator (1937–2019) Khoo Kay Kim Biography of Khoo Kay Kim, a prominent Malaysian historian, University of Malaya emeritus professor, co-author of the Rukunegara and public intellectual who shaped discussions on M…

Khosro Harandi — Iranian International Master and national chess champion Khosro Harandi Khosro Harandi (1950–2019) was an Iranian International Master, multiple national champion and five-time Olympiad team member, known for representing Iran in international team eve…

Khufu (Cheops): Fourth Dynasty Pharaoh and Builder of the Great Pyramid Khufu Khufu (Khnum-Khufu), commonly known by the Greek name Cheops, ruled in Egypt's Fourth Dynasty. Best known for commissioning the Great Pyramid at Giza, his reign is central to Old K…

Khurshid Mahmud Kasuri Pakistani politician and writer Khurshid Mahmud Kasuri served as Foreign Minister (2002–2007), led early-2000s diplomacy with India and beyond, and authored the memoir Neither a Ha…

Khushal Khan Khattak: Pashtun Poet, Warrior and Tribal Leader Khushal Khan Khattak Khushal Khan Khattak (1613–1689) was a leading Pashtun chieftain and prolific poet whose verse and actions promoted Pashtun unity, martial values, and the Pashto literary tradition…

Khushwant Singh: Indian novelist, journalist and public intellectual (1915–2014) Khushwant Singh Khushwant Singh (1915–2014) was a prolific Indian writer, editor and columnist in English, noted for his novel Train to Pakistan, secular outlook, sharp wit and long career in jour…

Khuzaima Qutbuddin Khuzaima Qutbuddin (1940–2016) was a claimant to the position of 53rd Da'i al-Mutlaq of the Dawoodi Bohra community, previously appointed as Mazoon and later involved in a conteste…

Ki Sung-yueng South Korean central midfielder known for passing, leadership and long spells in European football; a regular for the national team who earned Olympic and World Cup appearances.

Kia Stevens (Kharma / Awesome Kong) Kia Stevens Kia Stevens, an American professional wrestler often billed as Awesome Kong or Kharma, is known for her dominant in-ring style, two TNA Knockouts titles, a WWE debut at Extreme Rul…

Kid Cudi (Scott Ramon Seguro Mescudi) Kid Cudi American musician and actor Scott Mescudi, known as Kid Cudi, is an influential figure in alternative hip hop whose work spans rap, singing, rock, and film, noted for introspective…

Kid Kash (David Cash) Kid Kash David 'Kid Kash' Cash (born 1969) is an American professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist known for a high‑impact cruiserweight style; active on the independent circui…

Kid Rock Robert James Ritchie, known as Kid Rock, is an American performer whose work blends rock, hip hop, heavy metal and country; best known for late-1990s breakthrough and crossover hit…

Kid Vinil (Antônio Carlos Senefonte) — Brazilian rock singer, broadcaster and journalist Kid Vinil Kid Vinil (1955–2017) was a prominent figure in Brazil's 1980s rock scene: frontman of Magazine, early member of Verminose, and later a respected radio presenter and music journali…

Kiefer Sutherland Profile of Kiefer Sutherland, a Canadian actor and director known for 1980s films and his portrayal of Jack Bauer in the TV series 24, including career, background, notable roles a…

Kieran Culkin American actor Kieran Culkin began as a child performer and became known for roles in Igby Goes Down, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, and the TV series Succession, earning critical pr…

Kieran Modra Australian Paralympic swimmer and tandem cyclist (1972–2019). Winner of five Paralympic golds, a total of ten Paralympic medals, two Commonwealth silvers, and a Member of the Order…

Kieran Richardson — English professional footballer, versatile left-sided player Kieran Richardson Profile of Kieran Richardson (born 21 October 1984), an English professional footballer known for versatility on the left flank, career overview, playing style and international re…

Kieron Dyer English former professional footballer known for pace and creativity. Played for Ipswich Town, Newcastle United and West Ham United and represented England at senior level.

Kiichi Miyazawa: Japanese Prime Minister and Long-Serving LDP Statesman Kiichi Miyazawa Overview of Kiichi Miyazawa (1919–2007), his career in the Liberal Democratic Party, term as Japan's prime minister (1991–1993), the political consequences of the bubble collapse,…

Eligio "Kika" de la Garza II — Long-serving U.S. Representative from Texas Kika de la Garza Long-serving Democratic member of the U.S. House (1965–1997) from Texas's 15th district, influential on agriculture, trade and regional development in the Rio Grande Valley.

Irena "Kika" Szaszkiewiczowa Kika Szaszkiewiczowa Polish artist, writer and cultural personality (1917–2014) known for a comic persona in Przekrój, wartime service in the Armia Krajowa, a memoir and a late-life blog.

Kiki Cutter — American alpine skier and World Cup pioneer Kiki Cutter Christina "Kiki" Cutter (b. 1949) was the first American to win an FIS Alpine Ski World Cup race. She collected five World Cup victories between 1968 and 1971 and set a U.S. record…

Kiki Dimoula: Greek Poet and Voice of Modern Reflection Kiki Dimoula Overview of Vasiliki 'Kiki' Dimoula (1931–2020), her poetic style, career milestones, translations, awards and cultural significance in Greece and abroad.

Kikki Danielsson Swedish singer Kikki Danielsson (born 10 May 1952) is known for country, dansband and schlager music. Prominent since the 1970s, she competed in Eurovision with Chips (1982) and as…

Kiko (Francisco Narváez) — Spanish footballer Kiko Spanish former forward Francisco "Kiko" Narváez (born 1972). Noted for his club career in La Liga, years with Atlético Madrid and appearances for Spain's national team in the 1990s…

Kikuō Hayashiya — Japanese rakugo performer and television comedian Kikuō Hayashiya Profile of Kikuō Hayashiya (born 1937), a veteran rakugo comedian and long‑time panelist on the TV show Shōten, known for his yellow kimono, lighthearted boke persona and family st…

Kikuzo Kisaka — early Japanese international footballer Kikuzo Kisaka Kikuzo Kisaka (木坂 規矩三) was a Japanese football player who represented the Japan national team; surviving records are limited but his name appears among early internationals and his…

Killer Mike: Rapper, Activist, and Cultural Figure Killer Mike Overview of Michael Render (Killer Mike), his music career, activism, business ventures, and cultural impact from Atlanta to national prominence.

Killing of Eric Garner Death of Eric Garner in 2014 after an encounter with NYPD officers, medical findings, legal actions, protests and its role in debates over policing and use-of-force policy.

Killing of Peter Fechter The 1962 shooting and slow death of 18-year-old Peter Fechter at the Berlin Wall became an enduring Cold War symbol and prompted later legal and memorial responses after German reu…

Kim Anderzon — Swedish actress and stage performer (1943–2014) Kim Anderzon Overview of Kim Anderzon, Swedish stage and screen actress, Guldbagge Award winner for Second Dance, longtime presence in theatre and television, and mother of actress Tintin Ander…

Kim Basinger: Career, Background, and Notable Roles Kim Basinger Overview of Kim Basinger's life and career, her early years, breakthrough film roles, later work and cultural impact in film and fashion.

Kim Beazley — Australian politician, diplomat and Governor of Western Australia Kim Beazley Kim Beazley (born 14 December 1948) is an Australian Labor politician and diplomat who served in senior ministerial roles, led the Opposition, was Ambassador to the United States a…

Kim Bum-soo South Korean R&B and soul singer known for powerful ballads and the hit OST “I Want to See” from Stairway to Heaven; career began around 2000 with early single “One Day.”

Kim Campbell Kim Campbell (born 1947) is a Canadian lawyer and politician who served as Canada's 19th Prime Minister in 1993 — the first woman to hold that office — and later worked as a diplom…

Kim Carnes American singer-songwriter noted for her raspy voice and the 1981 worldwide hit "Bette Davis Eyes," which brought her mainstream recognition and enduring popular legacy.

Kim Cattrall British-Canadian actress Kim Cattrall is best known for playing Samantha Jones on HBO's Sex and the City. Her career spans stage, film and television; she holds British, Canadian a…

Kim Chung-yum (South Korean politician and statesman) Kim Chungyum South Korean politician Kim Chung-yum (1924–2020) served as chief presidential secretary to Park Chung-hee, held ministerial posts in finance and industry, and was ambassador to Ja…