International Left-Handers Day: Icons Who Stand Out From The Right-Handed Crowd

Observed on August 13, Left-Handers Day celebrates left-handed people and raises awareness of the everyday experiences of living in a world largely designed for right-handers.

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Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan: Did you know Amitabh Bachchan is left-handed? The Bollywood legend is among the famous personalities associated with left-handedness. Like father, like son? Abhishek Bachchan is also known for being left-handed.

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Kapil Sharma: Comedian and television favourite Kapil Sharma is among the Indian celebrities known for being left-handed.

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Diego Maradona: Football legend Diego Maradona was a celebrated left-footer—and famously left-handed too.

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Lionel Messi: Lionel Messi’s magical left foot is legendary, but his left-handedness is another interesting fact about the football superstar.

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Justin Bieber: Pop superstar Justin Bieber is also known for being left-handed, adding another musician to the list of famous lefties.

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Tom Cruise: From Hollywood blockbusters to a surprising fact: Tom Cruise is known for being left-handed.

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Scarlett Johansson: Black Widow star Scarlett Johansson is one of Hollywood’s famous left-handers.

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Nicole Kidman: Oscar-winning actor Nicole Kidman is another Hollywood star associated with left-handedness.

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Aditya Roy Kapur: Bollywood star Aditya Roy Kapur is another celebrity often listed among famous left-handers.

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Karan Johar: Filmmaker Karan Johar is another familiar face on lists of famous Indian left-handers.

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