Famous people and celebrities born in August 1907

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1907! 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.

• Aug. 1 Eric Shipton

  Renowned British mountaineer and explorer famous for his pioneering expeditions in the Himalayas, particularly his attempts to climb Mount...

• Aug. 3 Ernesto Geisel

  Brazilian military officer and politician who served as the 29th President of Brazil from 1974 to 1979, playing a crucial role in the...

• Aug. 3 Yang Shangkun

  Prominent Chinese Communist Party leader who served as the 4th President of the People's Republic of China from 1988 to 1993.

• Aug. 5 Eugene Guillevic

  Eugene Guillevic was a notable French poet and civil servant who balanced his professional life with a passionate literary career.

• Aug. 8 Benny Carter

  Renowned jazz alto saxophonist, composer, and arranger who was a pivotal figure in the development of big band and swing music during the...

• Aug. 9 Marion Burns

  Marion Burns was an American actress active during the early days of Hollywood sound films, primarily known for her work in the 1930s. [bio]

• Aug. 10 Su Yu

  Prominent Chinese general and politician who played a significant role in the Chinese Communist Party during the mid-20th century.

• Aug. 12 Miguel Torga

  Miguel Torga was a renowned Portuguese writer who deeply explored rural Portuguese life through his extensive literary works, including...

• Aug. 12 Gladys Bentley

  Gladys Bentley was a pioneering African American blues singer and performer known for her groundbreaking LGBTQ+ representation during the...

• Aug. 13 Basil Spence

  Renowned Indian-Scottish architect who famously designed the Coventry Cathedral, a significant post-World War II architectural landmark...

• Aug. 13 Alfried Krupp

  Prominent German industrialist who led the Krupp dynasty, a powerful steel and munitions manufacturing empire that played a significant role...

• Aug. 13 Alfried Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach
• Aug. 15 Carmen Conde Abellán

  Carmen Conde Abellán was a pioneering Spanish poet, writer, and educator who co-founded the first popular university in Cartagena in 1931.

• Aug. 17 Roger Peyrefitte

  French writer, diplomat, and notable advocate for gay rights who wrote extensively about homosexuality and challenged social norms of his...

• Aug. 18 Jeron King

  Eccentric American prestidigitator and self-proclaimed psychic known as 'The Amazing Criswell', famous for his bold predictions and unique...

• Aug. 18 Howard Swanson

  Notable American classical music composer known for his significant contributions to 20th-century musical composition.

• Aug. 18 Jeron King Criswell
• Aug. 19 Archie League

  Pioneering air traffic controller recognized as the first professional in his field, instrumental in developing modern aviation safety...

• Aug. 19 Hazari Prasad Dwivedi

  Renowned Indian historian, author, and scholar who made significant contributions to Indian literature and historical research.

• Aug. 20 Alan Reed

  Famous American actor and voice actor best known for voicing Fred Flintstone in the iconic animated series 'The Flintstones' and starring in...

• Aug. 21 Miguel Torga [Adolfo Correia da Rocha]

  Renowned Portuguese author and poet, considered one of the most important writers in 20th-century Portuguese literature.

• Aug. 21 Shirley Booth

  Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress best known for her roles in television and theater, including the popular sitcom 'Hazel'.

• Aug. 23 Ludwig Hoelscher

  Renowned German concert cellist who was recognized for his exceptional musical talent, being nominated as a professor at the remarkably...

• Aug. 23 Exeter (United Kingdom)
• Aug. 28 Nino Taranto

  Nino Taranto was a prominent Italian actor and comedian known for his work in theater, film, and variety shows during the mid-20th century.

• Aug. 28 Rupert Hart-Davis

  Rupert Hart-Davis was a distinguished English publisher, literary editor, and man of letters who made significant contributions to the...

• Aug. 29 Don Loper

  Versatile American creative professional who made significant contributions to fashion design, film, dance, and production.

• Aug. 31 Ramon Magsaysay

  Ramon Magsaysay was a prominent Filipino president who led the Philippines from 1953 to 1957.

• Aug. 31 Altiero Spinelli

  Prominent Italian political theorist and federalist who was a key advocate for European integration and played a crucial role in the...

• Aug. 31 William Shawn

  Influential American journalist who served as editor-in-chief of The New Yorker magazine from 1952 to 1987, significantly shaping the...