List of Famous people born on January 17th

Kévin Hautcœur is a French runner who specializes in the 800 metres.

Tara Johanna Elders is a Dutch actress. She has been in Dutch films and TV series. She also was in the American film Interview (2007).

Jennifer "Jenny" Wallwork is an English badminton player who has achieved international success in both the women's events and the mixed doubles event, including a Commonwealth Silver medal in 2010. She represented her country 42 times, being the highest ranking female player for 4 years.

Ib Michael is a Danish novelist and poet. His writing style has been described as magic realism.

Tanner Ross Scheppers is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He has played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Texas Rangers and in Nippon Professional Baseball for the Chiba Lotte Marines. Prior to playing professionally, he played college baseball at Fresno State.