Famous people and celebrities born in January 1909

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in January 1909! 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.

• Jan. 1 Barry Goldwater

  Barry Goldwater was an American politician, businessman, and author, best known as a five-term U.S. Senator from Arizona and the Republican Party's nominee for President of the United States in 1964. His conservative positions and campaign greatly influenced the resurgence of the American conservative movement in the latter half of the 20th century. [bio]

• Jan. 1 Dana Andrews

  Dana Andrews was an American film actor, best known for his roles during the 1940s and 1950s, including performances in classic films such as 'Laura' and 'The Best Years of Our Lives.' [bio]

• Jan. 2 Riccardo Cassin

  Riccardo Cassin was a legendary Italian mountaineer and author who made significant contributions to alpine climbing and exploration.

• Jan. 3 Victor Borge

  Victor Borge was a Danish-American comedian, conductor, and pianist, best known for his unique blend of music and comedy on stage and television. He was internationally renowned for his witty performances that mixed classical music with humor, earning him the nickname 'The Clown Prince of Denmark.' [bio]

• Jan. 4 Jose Chavez Morado

  Mexican muralist and artist who was a key figure in 20th-century Mexican art, known for his innovative work in mosaic and murals at...

• Jan. 4 J Simplot

  American businessman who founded the Simplot Company, a significant agricultural and food processing enterprise that became prominent in the...

• Jan. 5 Stephen Cole Kleene

  Stephen Cole Kleene was a pioneering American mathematician and computer scientist who made significant contributions to mathematical logic...

• Jan. 8 Jose Ferrer

  Oscar-winning Puerto Rican actor renowned for his iconic performance in 'Cyrano de Bergerac', a landmark role in his distinguished acting...

• Jan. 9 Danielle Casanova

  French communist militant and prominent member of the French Resistance during World War II, known for her courageous fight against Nazi...

• Jan. 9 Anthony Mamo

  Maltese lawyer and politician who became the first President of Malta, playing a crucial role in the country's early independence period.

• Jan. 13 Marinus van der Lubbe

  Dutch communist who was controversially accused of setting the Reichstag fire in 1933, a pivotal event in Nazi Germany's rise to power.

• Jan. 13 Marinus Lubbe

  Dutch labourer and radical communist activist.

• Jan. 14 Joseph Losey

  Joseph Losey was a prominent American film and theater director known for his socially critical works.

• Jan. 15 Gene Krupa

  Legendary jazz drummer and bandleader who significantly influenced the role of drums in popular music during the swing era.

• Jan. 15 Jean Bugatti

  Renowned automobile designer from the famous Bugatti family, who made significant contributions to automotive design and engineering before...

• Jan. 19 Hans Hotter

  Renowned German opera singer and baritone, particularly famous for his interpretations of Wagner's works and considered one of the most...

• Jan. 20 Gōgen Yamaguchi

  Legendary Japanese karate master who was instrumental in spreading Gōjū-ryū karate throughout Japan and internationally.

• Jan. 21 Carlos Fallas

  Carlos Fallas was a renowned Costa Rican communist leader, writer, and a pivotal figure in Costa Rican literature, known for his unique...

• Jan. 22 Ann Sothern

  Ann Sothern was an American actress who enjoyed a career spanning over six decades in film, radio, television, and stage. She was best known for her roles in the "Maisie" film series and the television sitcoms "Private Secretary" and "The Ann Sothern Show." Sothern was considered a talented leading lady renowned for her comedic timing and versatility. [bio]

• Jan. 22 Lev D

  Renowned Soviet physicist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1962 for groundbreaking work in theoretical physics.

• Jan. 22 U Thant

  Burmese diplomat who served as the third Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1961 to 1971, playing a crucial role in international...

• Jan. 22 Porfirio Rubirosa

  Charismatic Dominican diplomat, playboy, and international socialite known for his jet-setting lifestyle, multiple marriages to wealthy...

• Jan. 22 Rupert S Gleadow
• Jan. 23 Edith Thomas
• Jan. 24 Ann Todd

  Ann Todd was an acclaimed English actress and producer, best known for her performances in mid-20th-century British cinema, especially her collaborations with director David Lean. [bio]

• Jan. 24 Martin Lings

  Renowned English scholar, author, and academic specializing in Islamic studies and biography, particularly known for his work on the life of...

• Jan. 30 Saul Alinsky

  Influential community organizer and author of 'Rules for Radicals', who significantly impacted social activism and political organizing.

• Jan. 30 Sam Allen

  American jazz pianist who started playing at age seven and led his own trio for many years.