Famous people and celebrities born in May 1915

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in May 1915! 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.

• May 1 Hanns-Martin Schleyer

  Prominent German industrialist who was kidnapped by the Red Army Faction (RAF) terrorists in 1977, becoming a symbol of the violent...

• May 2 Peggy Mount

  Peggy Mount was an English actress best known for her work in British television, film, and stage, particularly for her memorable portrayals of formidable, domineering women. Her career spanned several decades, with notable roles in comedy and drama. [bio]

• May 2 Doris Fisher

  Doris Fisher was a pioneering businesswoman who co-founded Gap Inc.

• May 5 Alice Faye

  Alice Faye was a celebrated American actress and singer, best known for her starring roles in 1930s and 1940s musical films for 20th Century Fox. Recognized for her warm contralto voice and girl-next-door appeal, she became one of Hollywood’s most popular musical stars during the Golden Age of film. [bio]

• May 6 Theodore H. White

  Renowned journalist and historian famous for his groundbreaking 'The Making of the President' book series, which provided deep insights into...

• May 6 Achille Zavatta

  Tunisia-born French clown who was a prominent performer in the mid-20th century circus world.

• May 7 Orson Welles

  Legendary filmmaker, actor, and writer known for groundbreaking works like 'Citizen Kane' and his infamous 'War of the Worlds' radio...

• May 10 Denis Thatcher

  British businessman and husband of Margaret Thatcher, the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

• May 12 Frère Roger

  Frère Roger was a Swiss Christian monk who founded the Taizé Community, an influential ecumenical monastic order known for promoting peace,...

• May 15 Paul Samuelson

  Legendary American economist who won the Nobel Prize and profoundly influenced modern economic theory.

• May 15 Mario Monicelli

  Renowned Italian film director and screenwriter known for his significant contributions to Italian comedy and cinema.

• May 15 Gus Viseur

  Renowned Belgian-French accordion player who was a key member of the Quintette du Hot Club de France, a significant jazz ensemble.

• May 19 Pol Pot

  Pol Pot was the brutal leader of the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia, responsible for the Cambodian Genocide that killed approximately 1.5-2 million...

• May 20 Moshe Dayan

  Prominent Israeli military leader and politician who served as Minister of Foreign Affairs, known for his iconic eye patch and significant...

• May 21 Chakravarthi V. Narasimhan

  Prominent Indian civil servant who served as an under secretary-general of the United Nations, contributing significantly to international...

• May 23 S. Donald Stookey

  Pioneering American physicist and chemist who invented Corningware, a revolutionary heat-resistant ceramic cookware material that...

• May 27 Herman Wouk

  Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist renowned for his epic World War II literature, including 'The Caine Mutiny' and 'The Winds of War', which...

• May 27 Mario del Monaco

  Legendary Italian operatic tenor known for his powerful interpretations of Verdi and Puccini roles, considered one of the most significant...

• May 28 Wolfgang Schneiderhan

  Renowned German violinist and conductor, considered one of the most important classical musicians of the 20th century.

• May 28 Joseph Greenberg

  Prominent American linguist who made significant contributions to language classification and typology, particularly in African and Native...

• May 29 Karl Münchinger

  Renowned German conductor who founded the Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra in 1945 and was particularly famous for his recording of Pachelbel's...