Famous people and celebrities born in September 1916

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in September 1916! 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.

• Sept. 1 Dorothy Cheney

  Pioneering American tennis player who won the 1938 Australian Championships singles title and remained active in senior tournaments well...

• Sept. 2 Ömer Lütfi Akad

  Prominent Turkish film director and screenwriter who significantly contributed to the development of Turkish cinema during the mid-20th...

• Sept. 3 Eddie Stanky

  Eddie Stanky was a notable Major League Baseball player, coach, and manager known for his strategic play and leadership in baseball during...

• Sept. 5 Frank Shuster

  Frank Shuster was a prominent Canadian comedian, actor, and screenwriter known for his comedy work, particularly in television and radio...

• Sept. 7 Robert Manuel

  Prominent French theater and film actor who was a distinguished member of the Comédie-Française from 1947 to 1963.

• Sept. 7 Winant Sidle

  United States Army Major General with a distinguished military career.

• Sept. 11 Ed Sabol

  Ed Sabol was an influential American film producer who co-founded NFL Films, revolutionizing sports documentary and archival footage of...

• Sept. 12 Gabriel Gauthier

  French Air Force pilot who rose through military ranks from lieutenant to general, and served as an administrator of Air France from 1973 to...

• Sept. 13 Roald Dahl

  Roald Dahl was a celebrated British novelist, short-story writer, poet, screenwriter, and wartime fighter pilot. He is best known for his pioneering work in children's literature, including masterpieces like 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,' 'Matilda,' and 'James and the Giant Peach.' His imaginative storytelling, often blending dark humor with fantastical plots, has left a lasting impact on readers of all … [bio]

• Sept. 13 John Currie Gunn
• Sept. 14 Albert Palle

  French writer who won the prestigious Prix Renaudot in 1959 and was associated with notable intellectual circles, including being a student...

• Sept. 15 Margaret Lockwood

  Margaret Lockwood was a renowned English actress, celebrated for her roles in British cinema during the 1930s and 1940s, particularly in the thriller and melodrama genres. [bio]

• Sept. 15 Frederick Weyand

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• Sept. 16 M. S. Subbulakshmi

  Legendary Carnatic vocalist and musician who was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honor, for her extraordinary...

• Sept. 16 Robert Llewellyn Bradshaw

  Pioneering Caribbean politician who served as the first Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, playing a crucial role in the nation's...

• Sept. 16 Marie Vieux-Chauvet

  Influential Haitian writer known for her powerful literary works exploring social and political themes in Haiti.

• Sept. 16 Yvette Giraud
• Sept. 17 Mary Stewart

  Renowned British novelist known for her romantic suspense and historical fiction, particularly her Merlin trilogy.

• Sept. 18 Rossano Brazzi

  Renowned Italian actor who became an international star in the 1950s and 1960s, famous for romantic and aristocratic roles in films like...

• Sept. 18 John Jacob Rhodes

  American politician who served as a Republican congressman from Arizona, holding significant leadership roles in the House of...

• Sept. 20 Pierre Boutang

  French intellectual and writer known for his philosophical works and connections to influential conservative thinkers like Charles Maurras.

• Sept. 21 Françoise Giroud

  Influential French journalist, screenwriter, and politician who served as Minister of Culture, playing a significant role in French media...

• Sept. 23 Aldo Moro

  Prominent Italian Christian Democratic politician who was kidnapped and murdered by the Red Brigades terrorist group in 1978, marking a...

• Sept. 24 Theodore Puck

  Theodore Puck was a pioneering American biophysicist known for significant contributions to cell biology and virology, particularly in...

• Sept. 25 Deendayal Upadhyaya

  Influential Indian political philosopher, economist, and journalist who was a key figure in the Bharatiya Jana Sangh political party and...

• Sept. 27 Vittorio Mussolini

  Son of Benito Mussolini, he was a notable member of the Mussolini family with interests in music and jazz.

• Sept. 28 Peter Finch

  Acclaimed British actor known for his powerful performances in critically acclaimed films like 'Network', for which he posthumously won an...