Famous people and celebrities born in September 1920

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in September 1920! 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 Richard Farnsworth

  Richard Farnsworth was an American actor and stuntman known for his work in classic films and for his acclaimed performances in later life. He received Academy Award nominations for his roles in 'Comes a Horseman' (1978) and 'The Straight Story' (1999). Farnsworth began his Hollywood career as a stuntman in the 1930s before becoming a prominent character actor. [bio]

• Sept. 4 Craig Claiborne

  Pioneering food critic who revolutionized restaurant criticism and culinary journalism at The New York Times, significantly influencing...

• Sept. 5 Fons Rademakers

  Renowned Dutch film director who won the Oscar for Best Foreign Film in 1986 for 'The Assault', transitioning from stage to cinema with a...

• Sept. 8 Madeleine Rebérioux

  Prominent French historian specializing in the Third Republic and labor movement history, known for her scholarly contributions to...

• Sept. 9 Feng Kang

  Prominent Chinese mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to scientific research during the 20th century.

• Sept. 10 Fabio Taglioni

  Renowned Italian motorcycle engineer who significantly influenced motorcycle design, particularly at Ducati.

• Sept. 13 Else Holmelund Minarik

  Danish-American children's book author and illustrator best known for her 'Little Bear' series, which became a beloved classic in children's...

• Sept. 14 Mario Benedetti

  Mario Benedetti was a prominent Uruguayan poet, novelist, and essayist who significantly influenced Latin American literature.

• Sept. 14 Lawrence Klein

  Lawrence Klein was a renowned American economist who revolutionized economic modeling and forecasting.

• Sept. 14 Alberto Calderón

  Alberto Calderón was a distinguished Argentinian-American mathematician known for his significant contributions to mathematical analysis.

• Sept. 17 Dinah Sheridan

  Dinah Sheridan was a distinguished English actress renowned for her work in film, television, and theatre, particularly acclaimed for her roles in classic British cinema and popular television series. [bio]

• Sept. 18 Jack Warden

  Jack Warden was an American actor known for his work in film and television across a career spanning more than five decades. He received acclaim for his supporting roles and was twice nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. [bio]

• Sept. 19 Roger Angell

  Renowned New Yorker writer and baseball essayist who was widely considered one of the most eloquent and insightful sports journalists of the...

• Sept. 20 Jay Ward

  Jay Ward was an influential American animator and television producer, best known for creating iconic cartoon series like Rocky and...

• Sept. 22 William H. Riker

  Prominent American political scientist known for his contributions to political theory and academic research.

• Sept. 22 Bob Lemon

  Legendary baseball player and manager who played for the Cleveland Indians and managed the New York Yankees.

• Sept. 22 Eric Baker

  Key figure in the founding of Amnesty International, a global human rights organization dedicated to protecting human rights worldwide.

• Sept. 23 Mickey Rooney

  Mickey Rooney was a legendary Hollywood actor with a career spanning over nine decades, known for his versatility in film, television, and...

• Sept. 24 Ovadia Yosef

  Prominent Sephardic rabbi and influential religious leader in Israel who served as the spiritual leader of the Shas political party and was...

• Sept. 24 Richard Bong

  American World War II fighter pilot and Medal of Honor recipient, considered the top American fighter ace in the Pacific Theater, who...

• Sept. 27 William Conrad

  William Conrad was an American actor, producer, and director, renowned for his distinctive deep voice and roles in radio, film, and television. He is especially known for starring in the detective series 'Cannon' and voicing Marshal Matt Dillon in the radio version of 'Gunsmoke.' [bio]

• Sept. 27 Carlo Dalla Chiesa

  Italian general and anti-terrorism figure who was tragically assassinated by terrorists in Palermo.

• Sept. 29 Peter D Mitchell

  Renowned English chemist and Nobel Prize laureate who made significant contributions to biochemistry.

• Sept. 29 Sergei F Bondarchuk

  Renowned Russian film director and actor known for epic historical films like Boris Godunov, Step, and Otello.

• Sept. 29 Vaclav Neummann

  Prominent Czech conductor with significant contributions to classical music.