Famous people and celebrities born in May 1900

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in May 1900! This month and year saw the birth of many influential figures who have made significant contributions to various fields, including entertainment, sports, politics, and more. Explore the biographies and achievements of these famous personalities and see how their talents have shaped the world. Join us in honoring the stars born in this memorable time.

• May 2 Ignazio Silone

  Prominent Italian novelist and political activist known for his anti-fascist literature and socialist ideals, particularly famous for his...

• May 3 Jean Carlu

  French graphic designer and artist known for his innovative Art Deco style, who continued his creative career after losing his arm in a...

• May 5 Charles Jewtraw

  American speed skater who won a gold medal in the 500m event at the 1924 Winter Olympics in Chamonix, France.

• May 7 Ralph Truman

  British character actor known for supporting roles in classic films like Henry V and Treasure Island, with a career spanning several decades...

• May 10 Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin

  A pioneering astronomer who revolutionized our understanding of stellar composition, revealing that stars are primarily composed of hydrogen...

• May 12 Helene Weigel

  Helene Weigel was an Austrian-German actress and artistic director, best known for her work in the theatre and for her marriage and professional partnership with playwright Bertolt Brecht. She played a crucial role in the development and direction of the Berliner Ensemble, one of Germany's most influential theatre companies. [bio]

• May 12 Joseph Rochefort

  Crucial American naval intelligence officer who played a pivotal role in the Pacific Theater during World War II, particularly in breaking...

• May 12 Pedro Puig Adam
• May 13 Karl Wolff

  High-ranking Nazi SS officer who served as Himmler's personal staff chief and SS liaison to Hitler.

• May 13 Pierre Chaillet

  French Jesuit priest who founded Cahiers du Témoignage Chrétien and actively participated in the French Resistance, helping save Jewish...

• May 14 Cesare Polacco

  Italian actor who began his career in commercials at age 19, later transitioning to television and stage.

• May 17 Ayatullah Ruhollah Khomeini

  Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini was a prominent Iranian Shia Muslim religious and political leader who led the Iranian Revolution in 1979,...

• May 18 Ruhollah Khomeini

  Ruhollah Khomeini was the Supreme Leader of Iran who led the Iranian Revolution in 1979, fundamentally transforming the country's political...

• May 20 Sumitranandan Pant

  Sumitranandan Pant was a distinguished Hindi poet, writer, and one of the most prominent figures of the Chhayavad literary movement in...

• May 20 Lydia Cabrera

  Lydia Cabrera was a prominent Cuban ethnographer, writer, and anthropologist who made significant contributions to understanding Afro-Cuban...

• May 22 Yvonne de Gaulle

  Wife of Charles de Gaulle, a prominent French political leader.

• May 22 Vina Bovy

  Renowned Belgian soprano and opera singer who made significant contributions to classical music performance and direction.

• May 23 Hans Frank

  Hans Frank was a prominent Nazi lawyer who served as Governor-General of occupied Poland during World War II.

• May 24 Lionel Conacher

  Legendary Canadian multi-sport athlete who excelled in hockey, football, and baseball.

• May 26 Eduardo De Filippo

  Eduardo De Filippo was a renowned Italian playwright, actor, and director who significantly influenced Italian theater.

• May 26 Lesley Selander
• May 27 Albert Nicholas