Famous people and celebrities born in September 1923

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in September 1923! 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 Rocky Marciano

  Legendary American boxer who held the world heavyweight championship from 1952 to 1956.

• Sept. 2 Ramón Valdés

  Ramón Valdés was a Mexican actor and comedian best known for his iconic role as Don Ramón in the popular television show 'El Chavo del Ocho'. He became a beloved figure throughout Latin America for his comedic timing and memorable performances. [bio]

• Sept. 2 René Thom

  Renowned French mathematician who pioneered catastrophe theory, making significant contributions to topology and mathematical modeling of...

• Sept. 3 Mort Walker

  Renowned American cartoonist who created the iconic comic strip 'Beetle Bailey', which became a globally recognized humor series about...

• Sept. 3 Jeraldine Saunders

  American author who created 'The Love Boat', a popular TV series that ran for eight successful seasons, transforming maritime entertainment.

• Sept. 6 Peter II Karadjordjevic

  King of Yugoslavia who reigned from 1934 to 1945, forced into exile during World War II and a significant historical figure in Yugoslav...

• Sept. 7 Peter Lawford

  Peter Lawford was an English-American actor, producer, and socialite, best known for his work in film and television during the 1940s through the 1960s. He was also a member of the famous 'Rat Pack' alongside Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr., and was connected to the Kennedy family through his marriage to Patricia Kennedy. [bio]

• Sept. 7 Louise Suggs

  Louise Suggs was a pioneering American professional golfer who co-founded the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) in 1950.

• Sept. 9 Daniel Carleton Gajdusek

  American physician and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 2008).

• Sept. 9 Daniel Gajdusek

  Renowned American virologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his groundbreaking research on infectious diseases.

• Sept. 9 Cliff Robertson

  Acclaimed American actor who won an Emmy for 'The Game' and an Oscar for 'Charly', known for his versatile performances in film and...

• Sept. 11 Betsy Drake

  Betsy Drake was an American actress and writer, best known for her roles in several films during the late 1940s and 1950s, and for being the third wife of actor Cary Grant. [bio]

• Sept. 13 Natália Correia

  Influential Portuguese poet known for her provocative and romantic works.

• Sept. 16 Lee Kuan Yew

  Prominent Singaporean statesman who served as the first Prime Minister of Singapore from 1959 to 1990, widely considered the founding father...

• Sept. 17 Hank Williams

  Hank Williams was an influential American singer-songwriter and musician, widely regarded as one of the most significant and iconic figures in country music history. His emotionally charged songwriting and vocal delivery profoundly shaped the genre and inspired generations of artists. [bio]

• Sept. 20 Akkineni Nageswara Rao

  Prominent Indian film actor and producer who significantly influenced Telugu cinema during the mid-20th century.

• Sept. 23 Mohamed Hassanein Heikal

  Prominent Egyptian journalist, political commentator, and influential writer who was a close confidant of President Gamal Abdel Nasser and...

• Sept. 24 Raoul Bott

  Raoul Bott was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to algebraic topology, particularly known for the Bott...

• Sept. 27 Dev Anand

  Legendary Bollywood actor who was a prominent figure in Indian cinema during the mid-20th century, known for his charismatic performances...

• Sept. 28 William Windom

  William Windom was an accomplished American actor known for his work in television, film, and stage. He had a long and prolific career spanning more than five decades and is particularly recognized for his Emmy-winning performance in the sitcom 'My World and Welcome to It.' [bio]

• Sept. 29 Bum Phillips

  Oail Andrew 'Bum' Phillips was a renowned NFL coach who led the Houston Oilers and New Orleans Saints, becoming a significant figure in...

• Sept. 30 Donald Swann

  Donald Swann was a renowned Welsh-English composer and pianist, best known as part of the comedy musical duo Flanders & Swann.