Famous people and celebrities born in September 1905

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in September 1905! 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.

• Sept. 3 Carl David Anderson

  Renowned American physicist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1936 for his discovery of the positron.

• Sept. 4 Mary Renault

  Mary Renault was a renowned English-South African novelist best known for her historical fiction about ancient Greece, including works like...

• Sept. 5 Arthur Koestler

  Arthur Koestler was a Hungarian-British author and journalist, best known for his novel 'Darkness at Noon' and his works on political philosophy and 20th-century intellectual history. [bio]

• Sept. 5 Maurice Challe

  French Air Force general who led a failed military revolt in Algiers during the Algerian War of Independence in 1961, challenging the French...

• Sept. 9 Joseph E. Levine

  Prominent American film producer who founded Embassy Pictures, a significant independent film distribution and production company during the...

• Sept. 16 Vladimír Holan

  Vladimír Holan was a prominent Czech poet and writer known for his complex and deeply philosophical poetry, significantly influencing...

• Sept. 17 Hans Freudenthal

  Renowned Dutch mathematician who made significant contributions to topology and mathematical education.

• Sept. 18 Greta Garbo

  Greta Garbo was a renowned Swedish-American film actress, celebrated as one of the greatest female stars of classic Hollywood cinema. Known for her enigmatic persona, expressive acting, and performances in both silent and talking films, Garbo remains an enduring icon of the silver screen. [bio]

• Sept. 18 Eddie Anderson

  Eddie Anderson was an American comic actor best known for his role as 'Rochester Van Jones' on the long-running radio and television program "The Jack Benny Program". He was one of the most prominent African American comic actors of his era, recognized for his distinctive gravelly voice and comedic timing. [bio]

• Sept. 18 Eddie Anderson (Rochester)

  Famous African American actor and comedian best known for his role as 'Rochester' on The Jack Benny Program, a groundbreaking radio and...

• Sept. 19 Leon Jaworski

  Prominent American lawyer who co-founded the prestigious law firm Fulbright & Jaworski and served as a special prosecutor during the...

• Sept. 19 Agnes de Mille

  Renowned choreographer and dancer who revolutionized American modern dance and musical theater choreography.

• Sept. 22 Eugen Sanger

  Renowned Austrian aerospace engineer who made significant contributions to rocket and spacecraft design, particularly during the early space...

• Sept. 24 Howard Hughes

  Howard Hughes was a legendary American entrepreneur, aviator, and film producer who dramatically influenced aviation, business, and...

• Sept. 25 Red Smith

  Red Smith was a renowned Pulitzer Prize-winning sports columnist known for his witty and insightful writing about sports.

• Sept. 26 Karl Rappan

  Renowned Austrian footballer and coach who significantly influenced European football tactics and management in the mid-20th century.

• Sept. 28 Max Schmeling

  Legendary German boxer who became world heavyweight champion in 1930 and is famous for his historic fights with Joe Louis, symbolizing...

• Sept. 30 Nevill Francis Mott

  English physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1905).

• Sept. 30 Michael Powell

  Influential English film director, screenwriter, and producer famous for masterpieces like 'The Red Shoes'.