Famous people and celebrities born in February 1914

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 1914! 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. 4 Alfred Andersch

  Prominent German-Swiss writer, publisher, and intellectual who was a significant figure in post-World War II German literature, known for...

• Feb. 4 Ida Lupino London England

  Pioneering actress and director in Hollywood, known for her groundbreaking work in film noir and as one of the first female directors in the...

• Feb. 5 William Burroughs

  William S. Burroughs was an influential American writer and visual artist, widely recognized as a major figure of the Beat Generation. He is best known for his subversive novels that explore themes of addiction, sexuality, and social control, particularly his seminal work 'Naked Lunch'. Burroughs' style and subject matter have had a significant impact on literature, pop culture, and the … [bio]

• Feb. 5 Alan Lloyd Hodgkin

  English physiologist, biophysicist, and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 1998).

• Feb. 5 Alan Hodgkin

  Renowned English physiologist and biophysicist who won the Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking work in understanding nerve cell membrane...

• Feb. 6 Thurl Ravenscroft

  Legendary voice actor known for iconic roles like Tony the Tiger and the voice of the Grinch song in 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas'.

• Feb. 7 Ramon Mercader

  Ramon Mercader was a Spanish communist and Soviet agent who assassinated Leon Trotsky in Mexico City in 1940, a pivotal moment in the...

• Feb. 8 Bill Finger

  Legendary comic book writer who co-created Batman with Bob Kane, significantly shaping the character's mythology and design.

• Feb. 9 Gypsy Rose Lee

  Gypsy Rose Lee was an American burlesque entertainer, actress, author, and playwright, best known for her innovation in the striptease act and her witty, sophisticated stage presence. She became one of the most famous burlesque performers of her era and was also the inspiration for the Broadway musical and film 'Gypsy.' [bio]

• Feb. 9 Ernest Tubb

  Ernest Tubb was a pioneering American country music singer and songwriter, widely regarded as one of the founders of honky tonk music. He is best known for his hit single 'Walking the Floor Over You,' which helped make country music a national phenomenon in the 1940s. [bio]

• Feb. 9 Bill Justice in Ohio

  Renowned Disney animator, Imagineer, and designer who contributed significantly to Disney theme park attractions and was named a Disney...

• Feb. 10 Larry Adler

  Renowned American harmonica virtuoso who pioneered the instrument's classical and jazz performance, gaining international recognition for...

• Feb. 12 André Bellec

  French singer and humorist, member of the renowned vocal group 'Les Frères Jacques', known for their comedic and musical performances.

• Feb. 12 Tex Beneke

  Prominent American jazz saxophonist, singer, and bandleader, famous for his work with the Glenn Miller Orchestra during the swing era.

• Feb. 15 Kevin McCarthy

  Kevin McCarthy was an American stage, film, and television actor, most famous for his leading role in the classic science fiction film 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' (1956). He enjoyed a career spanning over seven decades and appeared in more than 100 films and television series. [bio]

• Feb. 15 Hale Boggs

  Prominent American politician who served in the U.S.

• Feb. 17 Arthur Kennedy

  Arthur Kennedy was an acclaimed American stage and film actor known for his versatile performances in both supporting and leading roles from the late 1930s through the 1970s. He was nominated for five Academy Awards and won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play. [bio]

• Feb. 17 Per-Jakez Helias

  At 81, a teacher/writer dies.

• Feb. 19 Jacques Dufilho

  Renowned French actor and comedian who appeared in over 100 films, winning prestigious awards like the César Award in 1977 and the Molière...

• Feb. 21 Ilmari Juutilainen

  Renowned Finnish fighter pilot during World War II, credited with the most aerial victories in the Winter War and Continuation War against...

• Feb. 22 Zachary Scott

  Zachary Scott was an American actor best known for his roles as sophisticated villains and mysterious men in film noir during the 1940s and 1950s. He gained prominence in Hollywood with his debut in "The Mask of Dimitrios" and is often remembered for his acclaimed performance in the classic film "Mildred Pierce" (1945). [bio]

• Feb. 22 Renato Dulbecco

  Renowned Italian-American virologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1975 for groundbreaking research on viruses and...

• Feb. 23 Robert Huebner

  Renowned American physician and virologist who made significant contributions to understanding the relationship between viruses, cancer, and...

• Feb. 24 Ralph Erskine

  Renowned English-Swedish architect famous for innovative modernist designs like the Ark and Byker Wall housing project in Newcastle, UK.

• Feb. 25 John Arlott

  Legendary British cricket commentator renowned for his distinctive voice and poetic style of broadcasting.

• Feb. 26 Robert Alda

  Robert Alda was an American actor and singer, best known for his work in musical theatre, film, and television. He was particularly recognized for his Tony Award-winning role in the original Broadway production of 'Guys and Dolls' and for being the father of actor Alan Alda. [bio]

• Feb. 27 Yvan Audouard

  French writer and journalist known for his literary work and as the father of writer Antoine Audouard.

• Feb. 27 Heather Jenner

  Pioneering British matchmaker who founded the Mayfair Marriage Bureau in 1939, successfully arranging over 10,000 marriages for prominent...