Most Famous People in the World section of MapsofWorld brings you the information about who are the most famous peoples in the world, both past and present, who have made an impact on the world around us.

Who are the Most Famous People in the World

Click on the links below to find out more about who are the most famous peoples in the world, their life histories, and political, social or economic impact. Each of these famous men and women have made their mark by changing the world in their own way. From hereditary rulers to elected leaders, from pioneers in science and technology to visionaries in business, from political activists to inspiring writers and media personalities, our world has been, and is, shaped by many great people, who have achieved fame through their genius, hard work, and dedicated effort.

Find out what made these achievers reach the pinnacle of their professions, why they appear on the lists of the most powerful people worldwide and how they make a difference to the lives of others around them, through their political vision, technological breakthroughs, business acumen or communication of ideas and themes. From visionary figures of the 20th century to emerging leaders of the 21st century, our changing times have thrown up many inspiring leaders.

With in-depth researched articles on their lives, work, and impact in their chosen spheres of endeavor, you can find out all you want to know about these achievers right here. Learn more about the lives and achievements of these famous people with MapsofWorld.

Famous People in the World (women) :

1. Melinda Gates – Co-chair, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

2. Michelle Obama – Former First Lady, United States

3. Indira Gandhi – Former Prime Minister of India

4. Oprah Winfrey – Entrepreneur, Media Personality

5. J.K. Rowling – Author

6. Queen Elizabeth – Queen of the United Kingdom

Famous People in the World (Men) :

1. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela – Former President of South Africa

2. Martin Luther King, Jr. – American Baptist minister and activist

3. Vladimir Putin – President of Russia

4. Vladimir Ilyich Lenin – Former Premier of the Soviet Union

5. Joseph Stalin – Former Leader of the Soviet Union

6. Mikhail Gorbachev – Former Head of State of the USSR

7. Barack Obama – President of the United States

8. George Washington – Former President of the United States

9. Abraham Lincoln – Former President of the United States

10. Mao Zedong – Former Chairman of the Communist Party of China

11. Bill Gates – Co-Chair, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

12. Winston Churchill – Former Prime Minster of the United Kingdom

13. Warren Buffett – CEO, Berkshire Hathaway

14. Jeff Bezos – CEO, Amazon.com

15. Larry Page – CEO, Google

16. Steve Jobs – Former CEO, Apple

17. Mark Zuckerberg – Cofounder, Chairman and CEO, Facebook

18. Yasser Arafat – Former President of the Palestinian National Authority