Famous people and celebrities born in June 1908

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in June 1908! 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.

• June 1 Axel Heiberg

  Prominent Norwegian lawyer and Supreme Court justice who played a significant role in Norway's post-World War II legal reforms.

• June 3 Streeter Stuart

  Streeter Stuart was a prominent American radio journalist and educator who spent over 30 years delivering news with his distinctive voice.

• June 4 Rosalind Russell

  Acclaimed Hollywood actress known for her versatile roles in classic films during the Golden Age of cinema.

• June 4 Geli Raubal

  Half-niece of Adolf Hitler who was romantically involved with him in a controversial and psychologically complex relationship during her...

• June 6 Giovanni Bracco

  Renowned Italian racing driver who competed in prestigious motorsport events during the 1950s, including Formula One and sports car racing.

• June 6 Richard Lovelace

  Prominent English metaphysical poet and Cavalier soldier during the 17th century, known for his lyrical poetry and political activism during...

• June 9 Luis Kutner

  Luis Kutner was a prominent American lawyer and human rights activist who co-founded Amnesty International, a globally recognized...

• June 9 Robert Cummings

  Robert Cummings was a popular American actor known for his roles in classic films like 'Love That Bob' and Alfred Hitchcock's 'Dial M for...

• June 10 Ernst B Chain

  Ernst Boris Chain was a German-born British biochemist who, alongside Sir Howard Florey and Sir Alexander Fleming, shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1945 for his role in the discovery and development of penicillin. His pioneering research transformed modern medicine by introducing the world's first widely effective antibiotic drug. [bio]

• June 11 Francisco Marto

  Francisco Marto was one of the three children who witnessed the Marian apparitions at Fatima, Portugal in 1917.

• June 12 Otto Skorzeny

  Notorious Nazi SS officer known for daring special operations during World War II, including the rescue of Benito Mussolini and leading...

• June 12 Henri Rol-Tanguy

  French resistance activist and political figure who played a significant role during World War II.

• June 12 Michel Navratil

  One of the most famous Titanic survivors, known as one of the 'Titanic Orphans'.

• June 17 Evalyn Knapp

  Evalyn Knapp was an American film actress active during the late 1920s and 1930s, best known for her roles in Hollywood serials and B-movies. [bio]

• June 18 Bud Collyer

  Pioneering radio and television personality famous for voicing Superman and hosting popular game shows like 'Beat the Clock' and 'To Tell...

• June 18 Nedra Volz

  American character actress known for her comedic roles in television and film during the mid-20th century.

• June 22 Renée Gadd
• June 23 Infante Duke of Segovia

  Spanish royal prince, second son of King Alfonso XIII and Victoria Eugenie de Battenberg, born in the Royal Palace of La Granja de San...

• June 24 Hugo Distler

  Hugo Distler was a prominent German composer and organist of the early 20th century, known for his significant contributions to sacred and...

• June 25 Willard Van Orman Quine

  Willard Van Orman Quine was a prominent American philosopher and logician who made significant contributions to mathematical logic,...

• June 26 Salvador Allende

  Salvador Allende was a prominent Chilean politician who became the first democratically elected Marxist president in Latin America.

• June 27 João Guimarães Rosa

  João Guimarães Rosa was a prominent Brazilian writer, considered one of the most important authors in Brazilian literature.

• June 28 Norman Lewis
• June 29 Yun Bong-gil

  A significant Korean independence activist who fought against Japanese colonial rule, known for his resistance and sacrifice for national...

• June 29 John Hench

  Legendary Disney artist and imagineer who played a crucial role in designing iconic Disney theme parks and was named a Disney Legend in...

• June 29 Leroy Anderson

  Renowned American composer famous for light classical and novelty orchestral works, including popular pieces like 'Blue Tango' and 'Sleigh...

• June 30 Winston Graham

  Renowned British novelist famous for historical and suspense works, including the Poldark series.