Famous people and celebrities born in December 1911

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in December 1911! 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.

• Dec. 1 Tarzan

  Iconic fictional character created by Edgar Rice Burroughs, a jungle hero who became a global pop culture phenomenon through numerous books,...

• Dec. 2 Walter Alston

  Legendary Major League Baseball manager who led the Brooklyn/Los Angeles Dodgers for 23 consecutive seasons, winning seven National League...

• Dec. 3 Nino Rota

  Renowned Italian film composer famous for his iconic musical scores, particularly for Federico Fellini's films and Francis Ford Coppola's...

• Dec. 4 Jorge Negrete

  Jorge Negrete was a celebrated Mexican singer and actor, widely recognized as one of the icons of the Golden Age of Mexican cinema. Renowned for his powerful baritone voice and charismatic screen presence, he was instrumental in popularizing ranchera music and starred in numerous influential films. [bio]

• Dec. 5 Virginia Lee Corbin

  Virginia Lee Corbin was an American actress primarily known for her work as a child star in silent films during the 1920s. She transitioned to playing ingénue roles in her teenage years and appeared in several notable productions before retiring from acting. [bio]

• Dec. 5 Władysław Szpilman

  Polish composer and pianist known for surviving the Warsaw Ghetto during World War II, whose life story was immortalized in the film 'The...

• Dec. 9 Lee J. Cobb

  Lee J. Cobb was an American actor renowned for his powerful performances on stage, film, and television. He is best remembered for his roles in classics such as 'On the Waterfront' and '12 Angry Men.' His extensive career included significant roles both on Broadway and in Hollywood, making him one of the most respected character actors of his generation. [bio]

• Dec. 9 Broderick Crawford

  Broderick Crawford was an American actor best known for his Academy Award-winning performance in 'All the King's Men' (1949) and his starring role in the television series 'Highway Patrol' (1955–1959). [bio]

• Dec. 11 Naguib Mahfouz

  Nobel Prize-winning Egyptian novelist who significantly influenced Arabic literature and won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1988.

• Dec. 11 Qian Xuesen

  Renowned Chinese academic and aerodynamicist who made significant contributions to rocket science and aerospace engineering.

• Dec. 13 Trygve Haavelmo

  Norwegian economist and mathematician, nobel prize laureate (b. 1911).

• Dec. 14 Hans von Ohain

  Pioneering German-American aerospace engineer who developed the first operational jet engine, significantly contributing to aviation...

• Dec. 14 Spike Jones

  Legendary American musician and bandleader known for his comedic and satirical musical arrangements, particularly popular in the 1940s and...

• Dec. 15 Stan Kenton

  Influential American jazz composer and bandleader who revolutionized big band music through progressive and experimental styles, challenging...

• Dec. 17 André Claveau

  André Claveau was a renowned French singer, particularly famous in the mid-20th century for his melodic popular songs. He achieved international acclaim after winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 1958. [bio]

• Dec. 18 Jules Dassin

  Renowned American film director of Jewish-Russian descent, known for influential films in Hollywood and French cinema.

• Dec. 21 Junie Astor

  Junie Astor was a French actress, active primarily during the 1930s through the 1960s, known for her roles in French cinema. She gained recognition for her performances in films such as 'The Lower Depths' and 'Le Chemin de Buenos Aires'. [bio]

• Dec. 21 Josh Gibson

  Legendary Negro League baseball player known as the 'Black Babe Ruth', considered one of the greatest power hitters in baseball history who...

• Dec. 23 Niels Kaj Jerne

  Niels Kaj Jerne was a renowned immunologist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his groundbreaking work in...

• Dec. 25 Louise Bourgeois

  Louise Bourgeois was a pioneering French-American artist renowned for her influential sculptural works that explored themes of memory,...

• Dec. 25 Burne Hogarth

  Burne Hogarth was an influential American cartoonist best known for his groundbreaking work on the Tarzan comic strip.

• Dec. 27 Anna Russell

  Anna Russell was a renowned British comedic performer famous for her satirical musical performances and parodies of opera, particularly her...

• Dec. 29 Klaus Fuchs

  Renowned German-born physicist who was a key contributor to the Manhattan Project and later convicted of espionage for passing atomic...

• Dec. 30 Jeanette Nolan

  Jeanette Nolan was an American actress renowned for her prolific career in film, radio, and television, spanning nearly seven decades. She was known for her versatility and her many character roles, earning critical acclaim and several Emmy nominations. [bio]