Famous people and celebrities born in February 1910

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 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.

• Feb. 1 Ngapoi Ngawang Jigme

  Prominent Tibetan politician and Chinese general who played a significant role in Tibet's complex political history during the mid-20th...

• Feb. 2 Charlotte Auerbach

  Pioneering geneticist and zoologist who made significant contributions to mutation research and was a prominent Jewish scientist who fled...

• Feb. 6 Carlos Marcello

  Carlos Marcello was a powerful Tunisian-American mafia boss who was a key figure in organized crime in New Orleans and had significant...

• Feb. 7 Buster Crabbe

  Olympic gold medalist swimmer who won the 400m freestyle at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics.

• Feb. 8 Steffi Duna

  Steffi Duna was a Hungarian-born actress and dancer who had a successful career in Hollywood films, particularly during the 1930s and 1940s. Known for her exotic looks and energetic performances, she was frequently cast in roles that showcased her dancing abilities and European charm. [bio]

• Feb. 9 Jacques Monod

  Jacques Monod was a renowned French biochemist who is best known for his pioneering work in molecular biology, particularly in gene regulation and enzyme synthesis. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1965. [bio]

• Feb. 10 Joyce Grenfell

  Joyce Grenfell was a British comedian, singer, actress, and monologist, celebrated for her sharply observed, gently humorous sketches. She became one of Britain's best-loved entertainers in the mid-20th century, renowned for her stage, film, and radio performances. [bio]

• Feb. 10 Dominique Pire

  Belgian friar, nobel prize laureate (b. 1910).

• Feb. 10 Georges Pire

  Prize laureate for his efforts to help refugees to leave their camps and return to a life of freedom and dignity.

• Feb. 12 Lee Byung Chull

  Renowned Korean industrialist and founder of Samsung, one of the world's largest and most influential technology conglomerates, who...

• Feb. 13 William Bradford Shockley

  Prize laureate for their researches on semiconductors and their discovery of the transistor effect.

• Feb. 14 William Shockley

  William Shockley was an American physicist and inventor best known for co-inventing the transistor, a breakthrough that revolutionized the electronics industry. His work led to the development of modern computing and solid-state electronics, earning him a share of the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1956. [bio]

• Feb. 14 Leif Juster

  Renowned Norwegian comedian, singer, actor, and theatre manager who was a prominent entertainment figure in Norway during the mid-20th...

• Feb. 15 Irena Sendler

  Polish nurse and social worker who saved approximately 2,500 Jewish children during the Holocaust by smuggling them out of the Warsaw...

• Feb. 17 Marc Lawrence

  Prominent American film industry professional who worked as an actor, director, producer, and screenwriter during Hollywood's golden era.

• Feb. 19 Mathilde Carré

  Mathilde Carré was a notable French spy who played a significant role during World War II, working as an intelligence agent in complex...

• Feb. 21 Douglas Bader

  A legendary Royal Air Force fighter pilot who became a war hero despite losing both legs in a pre-war flying accident.

• Feb. 22 Nicholas Monsarrat

  Renowned English novelist known for maritime and war-themed literary works, including 'The Cruel Sea'.

• Feb. 22 Vaughn Taylor

  American actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows during the mid-20th century, contributing to the entertainment industry.

• Feb. 25 Millicent Fenwick New York City

  Millicent Fenwick was a Republican representative from New Jersey who served from 1975 to 1982 and was notably immortalized in the popular...

• Feb. 27 Joan Bennett

  Joan Bennett was a renowned American stage, film, and television actress whose career spanned five decades and included work in both Hollywood's Golden Age and television drama. [bio]

• Feb. 27 Kelly Johnson

  Legendary aerospace engineer at Lockheed Corporation who designed groundbreaking aircraft and was a key figure in the development of...

• Feb. 27 Peter De Vries

  Prominent American novelist and journalist known for his witty and satirical writing style, contributing significantly to mid-20th century...

• Feb. 28 Vincente Minnelli Chicago Illinois

  Renowned Hollywood film director famous for musicals like 'An American in Paris' and 'Gigi', who significantly influenced cinema's golden...