Famous people and celebrities born in July 1913

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

• July 2 Max Beloff

  Baron Beloff was a prominent British academic and historian who made significant contributions to political studies and intellectual...

• July 4 Dorothy Kilgallen

  Dorothy Kilgallen was a prominent American journalist, television personality, and panelist on the popular game show 'What's My Line?'.

• July 5 Pierre Bordas

  Prominent French publisher who founded Éditions Bordas in 1946, a significant Paris-based publishing house that played an important role in...

• July 6 Eleanor Clark

  Eleanor Clark was a distinguished American non-fiction writer known for her literary works exploring travel, culture, and personal...

• July 7 Pinetop Perkins

  Legendary blues pianist and Grammy Award-winning musician who was a key member of the Blues Hall of Fame.

• July 9 Walter Kerr

  Walter Kerr was a prominent American theater critic, playwright, and author known for his insightful reviews and contributions to theatrical...

• July 10 Salvador Espriu

  Salvador Espriu was a prominent Catalan writer who significantly contributed to 20th-century Spanish literature, known for his poetry,...

• July 11 Cordwainer Smith

  Renowned American science fiction author and sinologist, known for his unique and imaginative literary works exploring complex themes of...

• July 11 Paul Myron Anthony Linebarger

  Influential science fiction author also known by his pen name Cordwainer Smith, renowned for his innovative and surreal space fiction works...

• July 12 Willis Lamb

  Renowned American physicist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1955 for groundbreaking atomic measurements and discoveries about the...

• July 12 Willis Eugene Lamb

  Prize laureate for his discoveries concerning the fine structure of the hydrogen spectrum.

• July 13 Dave Garroway

  Pioneering American television broadcaster who was the first host of NBC's 'Today Show' from 1952 to 1961.

• July 14 Gerald Ford

  Gerald Ford was the 38th President of the United States, serving from 1974 to 1977 following the resignation of President Richard Nixon. He is notable for being the only person to have served as both Vice President and President without being elected to either office by the Electoral College. [bio]

• July 15 Cowboy Copas

  Influential country music singer-songwriter known for his contributions to the Nashville sound during the mid-20th century, with notable...

• July 15 Abraham Sutzkever

  Renowned Yiddish poet and Holocaust survivor, considered one of the greatest poets of the 20th century, known for his powerful...

• July 15 Hammond Innes

  Prolific British adventure novelist and journalist who wrote numerous acclaimed works of fiction and non-fiction, known for his maritime and...

• July 16 Peter Van Eyck

  German actor known for his notable role in the classic French film 'Wages of Fear', a landmark thriller directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot.

• July 17 Roger Garaudy

  French philosopher and intellectual who transitioned from communism to controversial anti-Zionist perspectives, known for his provocative...

• July 18 Red Skelton

  Red Skelton was an American entertainer best known for his radio and television variety show, 'The Red Skelton Show,' which ran for over two decades. He was renowned for his physical comedy, character sketches, and clown persona, earning a lasting legacy in the world of comedy. [bio]

• July 20 Tommy Henrich

  Legendary New York Yankees outfielder known as 'Old Reliable', who played a crucial role in the team's success during the late 1930s and...

• July 24 Britton Chance

  Renowned American biochemist and biophysicist who made significant contributions to enzyme kinetics and medical diagnostic techniques.

• July 27 George L

  American Navy submariner and Medal of Honor recipient.

• July 27 George L. Street III

  American naval captain and Medal of Honor recipient during World War II, recognized for extraordinary heroism in combat.

• July 27 George Street

  American Medal of Honor recipient and distinguished naval captain.

• July 29 Erich Priebke

  Nazi SS captain responsible for the Ardeatine massacre in Rome during World War II, convicted of war crimes and mass murder.