Famous people and celebrities born in August 1910

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1910! 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 Gerda Taro

  Pioneering war photographer who documented the Spanish Civil War and is remembered as a courageous photojournalist who died on the front...

• Aug. 1 Walter Scharf

  Renowned American film and television composer known for his musical scores in numerous Hollywood productions during the mid-20th century.

• Aug. 4 Anita Page

  Anita Page was a prominent American film actress during the late silent film era and early sound era, known for her roles in Hollywood films of the 1920s and 1930s. [bio]

• Aug. 4 William Schuman

  Renowned American composer and music educator who served as president of the Juilliard School and Lincoln Center.

• Aug. 5 Bruno Coquatrix

  Influential French entertainment producer who managed Paris Olympia, a legendary music hall.

• Aug. 6 Charles Crichton

  Renowned British film director and editor known for his significant contributions to British comedy, particularly with Ealing Studios.

• Aug. 6 Adoniran Barbosa

  Iconic Brazilian musician and composer who was a key figure in São Paulo's samba and popular music scene.

• Aug. 8 Sylvia Sidney

  Sylvia Sidney was an acclaimed American actress known for her film, television, and stage work. Rising to prominence in the 1930s, she was noted for her intense, expressive performances, particularly in crime dramas and melodramas. Sidney's career spanned over six decades, during which she worked with many leading actors and directors, and was celebrated for her versatility and longevity in … [bio]

• Aug. 9 Robert Van Gulik

  Dutch orientalist, diplomat, musician, and writer best known for his Judge Dee historical mystery novels, which were inspired by an...

• Aug. 11 Philippe Agostini

  French film director, screenwriter, and cinematographer known for his artistic contributions to French cinema.

• Aug. 12 Jane Wyatt

  Jane Wyatt was an American actress best known for her roles in the classic television series 'Father Knows Best' and the film 'Lost Horizon'. She had a distinguished career in film, television, and stage, earning acclaim for her performances during the golden ages of both Hollywood and television. [bio]

• Aug. 12 Yusof bin Ishak

  First President of Singapore, a prominent journalist and political leader who played a crucial role in the country's early independence.

• Aug. 13 Tullio Crali

  Tullio Crali was an Italian Futurist painter and architect, best known for his association with Aeropittura, a subgenre of Futurism focused on the dynamic experience of flight. His innovative works captured the energy, movement, and technological optimism of early aviation, making him a leading figure in the later years of the Futurist movement. [bio]

• Aug. 14 Yvette Lebon

  Yvette Lebon was a French actress known for her lengthy film career spanning from the 1930s to the 1970s. She became one of French cinema's familiar faces both before and after World War II. [bio]

• Aug. 14 Willy Ronis

  Renowned French photographer known for his humanist photography style, capturing poignant scenes of everyday life in mid-20th century...

• Aug. 15 Pierre Schaeffer

  Pioneering French composer and engineer, considered a key figure in the development of musique concrète and electronic music in the 20th...

• Aug. 16 Mae Clarke

  Mae Clarke was an American actress best known for her roles in classic Hollywood films of the 1930s, including 'Frankenstein' and 'The Public Enemy.' [bio]

• Aug. 16 Gloria Blondell

  Gloria Blondell was an American actress best known for her work in film and television during the mid-20th century, as well as for voicing Daisy Duck in several Walt Disney cartoons. [bio]

• Aug. 19 Saint Alphonsa

  First woman of Indian origin to be canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church, known for her extraordinary devotion and spiritual life in...

• Aug. 20 Eero Saarinen

  Renowned Finnish-American architect and designer famous for pioneering modernist architecture and iconic structures like the Gateway Arch in...

• Aug. 23 Giuseppe Meazza

  Giuseppe Meazza was a legendary Italian footballer who played as a forward and midfielder for Inter Milan and the Italian national team.

• Aug. 24 Bernhard Heiden

  Notable 20th-century composer known for his classical music compositions and academic contributions.

• Aug. 25 Dorothea Tanning

  Renowned surrealist artist who was a pivotal figure in the 20th-century art movement, known for her innovative paintings, sculptures, and...

• Aug. 26 Mère Teresa

  Mère Teresa, better known as Mother Teresa, was a Roman Catholic nun and missionary globally renowned for her charitable work with the poor in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. She founded the Missionaries of Charity and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 for her humanitarian efforts. [bio]

• Aug. 27 Mother Teresa

  Albanian-born Roman Catholic nun who dedicated her life to serving the poor in Calcutta, India.

• Aug. 28 Tjalling C. Koopmans

  Prize laureate for their contributions to the theory of optimum allocation of resources.

• Aug. 29 Vivien Thomas

  Pioneering African American surgical technician who developed groundbreaking techniques for treating blue baby syndrome and trained numerous...

• Aug. 30 Roger Bushell

  British Royal Air Force officer known for his leadership in organizing escape attempts during World War II, famously portrayed in the film...