Famous people and celebrities born in February 1913

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 1913! 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. 2 Masanobu Fukuoka

  Renowned Japanese farmer, philosopher, and author who developed the 'natural farming' method, emphasizing minimal human intervention in...

• Feb. 2 Georges Guingouin

  French Resistance leader and politician from Limousin region, known for his significant role in fighting Nazi occupation during World War...

• Feb. 4 Rosa Parks

  Rosa Parks was a renowned American civil rights activist. Her refusal to surrender her seat to a white passenger on a Montgomery, Alabama, bus on December 1, 1955, became a pivotal act of defiance against racial segregation. Parks’ action sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a seminal event in the civil rights movement, and cemented her legacy as an iconic figure … [bio]

• Feb. 6 Mary Leakey

  Renowned English-Kenyan archaeologist and paleoanthropologist who made significant contributions to human origins research in East Africa.

• Feb. 7 Norman J Anderson
• Feb. 9 Erwin Félix Lewy-Bertaut
• Feb. 13 Giuseppe Dossetti

  Prominent Italian Catholic intellectual, politician, and priest who played a significant role in Italy's post-war reconstruction and...

• Feb. 13 Khalid of

  King of Saudi Arabia who ruled from 1975 to 1982, succeeding his half-brother King Faisal.

• Feb. 14 Jimmy Hoffa

  Powerful and controversial labor union leader who transformed the Teamsters Union, dramatically improving workers' wages and becoming a...

• Feb. 14 Woody Hayes

  Legendary Ohio State University football coach known for his intense, passionate coaching style and remarkable success.

• Feb. 14 Mel Allen

  Iconic sportscaster who became synonymous with baseball broadcasting, particularly for the New York Yankees.

• Feb. 14 James Pike

  Prominent Episcopal Church clergyman who served in significant religious leadership roles at Columbia University and as Bishop of...

• Feb. 15 William Scott

  William Scott was a British painter best known for his abstract paintings and still lifes. He was an influential figure in post-war British art, recognized for his explorations of form, space, and color. [bio]

• Feb. 16 Lewis Walt

  Lewis Walt was a distinguished four-star United States Marine Corps general who served heroically in World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam...

• Feb. 17 Charles Morazé

  Charles Morazé was a distinguished French historian and social scientist who made substantial contributions to the development of social...

• Feb. 17 Rene Leibowitz

  Rene Leibowitz was a notable 20th-century composer, conductor, and music theorist known for his significant contributions to contemporary...

• Feb. 17 Marc Jacquet

  Marc Jacquet was a prominent French politician and industrialist who served as a minister and mayor of Barbizon, playing a significant role...

• Feb. 18 Artur Axmann

  Prominent Nazi leader who served as Reich Youth Leader and was a key figure in the Hitler Youth movement.

• Feb. 19 Frank Tashlin

  Renowned American animator, film director, and screenwriter known for his work in animation and comedy films, particularly with Warner Bros.

• Feb. 20 Tommy Henrich

  Tommy Henrich was a prominent New York Yankees outfielder known as 'Old Reliable', who played a crucial role in the team's success during...

• Feb. 22 Buddy Tate

  Renowned American jazz saxophonist and clarinetist who was a prominent figure in the swing era, known for his work with Count Basie's...

• Feb. 25 Gert Fröbe

  Gert Fröbe was a German actor best known internationally for his role as Auric Goldfinger in the James Bond film 'Goldfinger' (1964). He appeared in numerous German and international films and was widely recognized for his versatile acting skills. [bio]

• Feb. 25 Jim Backus

  Jim Backus was an American actor, voice actor, and radio personality, best known for providing the voice of the cartoon character Mr. Magoo and for his role as Thurston Howell III on the television sitcom 'Gilligan's Island.' [bio]

• Feb. 26 George Barker

  Renowned English poet and author who was active in the 20th century, known for his significant contributions to poetry.

• Feb. 26 Hermann Lenz

  Significant German novelist and poet known for his extensive semi-autobiographical novel cycle featuring 'Eugen Rapp' and his 7-volume...

• Feb. 27 Irwin Shaw

  Irwin Shaw was an acclaimed American playwright, screenwriter, and novelist renowned for his versatile storytelling and impactful works in 20th-century literature and entertainment. [bio]

• Feb. 27 Paul Ricoeur

  Influential French philosopher who made significant contributions to hermeneutics, phenomenology, and the philosophy of language, exploring...

• Feb. 27 Al Licklider

  American theater promoter who ran Theatre Intimae in Santa Fe, a venue that hosted major entertainers for over four decades.