Famous people and celebrities born in August 1927

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1927! 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.

• Aug. 2 Peter Swinnerton-Dyer

  Renowned English mathematician known for significant contributions to number theory and algebraic geometry, particularly the Birch and...

• Aug. 3 Gordon Scott

  American actor known for portraying Tarzan in several films during the 1950s and later transitioning to sword-and-sandal movies in Italy.

• Aug. 7 Edwin Edwards

  Controversial Louisiana politician known for his colorful political career, multiple terms as governor, and legal troubles involving...

• Aug. 7 Carl Switzer

  Child actor famous for playing Alfalfa in the popular 'Our Gang' comedy film series during the 1930s.

• Aug. 9 Marvin Minsky

  Marvin Minsky was a pioneering computer scientist and cognitive researcher who fundamentally shaped the field of artificial intelligence.

• Aug. 9 Robert Shaw

  Renowned British actor famous for his memorable roles in classic films like 'Jaws' and 'The Sting', known for his intense and powerful...

• Aug. 9 Daniel Keyes

  Daniel Keyes was an acclaimed American writer famous for his poignant science fiction novel 'Flowers for Algernon', which explores themes of...

• Aug. 11 Stuart Rosenberg

  Renowned American film and television director, best known for directing 'Cool Hand Luke' and episodes of various TV series.

• Aug. 12 Mstislav Leopoldovich Rostropovich

  Renowned Russian cellist, conductor, and musical pedagogue considered one of the greatest cellists of the 20th century, known for his...

• Aug. 12 Porter Wagoner

  Legendary country music singer, songwriter, and television host known for his influential Porter Wagoner Show and long-time collaboration...

• Aug. 14 Roger Carel

  Legendary French voice actor renowned for dubbing iconic characters in multiple languages, including Asterix, C-3PO in Star Wars, Winnie the...

• Aug. 18 Rosalynn Carter

  Rosalynn Carter was an American first lady, activist, and humanitarian best known as the wife of Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States. She played a key advisory role in the Carter administration and was a leading advocate for mental health reforms and caregiving initiatives. [bio]

• Aug. 19 Marvin Harris

  Renowned American anthropologist and cultural materialist who made significant contributions to anthropological theory and understanding of...

• Aug. 20 Fred Kavli

  Norwegian-American businessman and philanthropist who founded the Kavli Foundation, supporting scientific research and human advancement.

• Aug. 22 Thomas S. Monson

  President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 2008 to 2018, a prominent Mormon religious leader who served the church...

• Aug. 23 Allan Kaprow

  Pioneering American artist who revolutionized contemporary art through his groundbreaking 'happenings' and performance art concepts.

• Aug. 23 Dick Bruna

  Renowned Dutch illustrator and author famous for creating iconic children's book characters like Miffy (Nijntje).

• Aug. 24 Harry M. Markowitz

  Prize laureate for their pioneering work in the theory of financial economics.

• Aug. 26 Althea Gibson

  Groundbreaking African American tennis player who broke racial barriers and became the first Black woman to win Wimbledon and French Open...

• Aug. 26 B V Doshi

  Renowned Indian architect and urban planner, recipient of the prestigious Pritzker Architecture Prize, known for sustainable and contextual...

• Aug. 28 Wiley Manuel

  Pioneering African-American jurist who became the first Black justice on the California Supreme Court, breaking significant racial barriers...

• Aug. 30 Geoffrey Beene

  Renowned Louisiana-based dress designer who won 8 prestigious Coty Awards, significantly influencing American fashion in the mid-20th...

• Aug. 30 Bill Daily

  American actor and comedian best known for his roles in popular television shows, who passed away in 2018.