Those born on this date are under the sign of Capricorn. They include American statesman Alexander Hamilton in 1757; Ezra Cornell, founder of Western Union Telegraph company and Cornell University, in 1807; John MacDonald, first prime minister of Canada, in 1815; psychologist and philosopher William James in 1842; feminist lawyer Alice Paul in 1885; South African novelist Alan Paton in 1903; automobile designer Carroll Shelby in 1923; actor Rod Taylor in 1930 ; former Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien in 1934 ; musician Clarence Clemons in 1942; singer Naomi Judd in 1946 ; Olympic gold medal-winning swimmer Tracy Caulkins in 1963 ; singer Mary J. Blige in 1971 ; actor Amanda Peet in 1972 .