Famous people and celebrities born in June 1927

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in June 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.

• June 3 Boots Randolph

  Renowned American saxophonist famous for his rock and roll and jazz performances, best known for his hit song 'Yakety Sax'.

• June 4 Geoffrey Palmer

  Geoffrey Palmer was an English actor best known for his extensive work in television and film, particularly for his roles in British sitcoms such as 'Butterflies', 'As Time Goes By', and 'The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin.' Over his long career, Palmer became renowned for his dry wit and deadpan delivery. [bio]

• June 8 Jerry Stiller

  Jerry Stiller was an American comedian and actor, best known for his work in comedy teams, as well as his roles on television sitcoms such as 'Seinfeld' and 'The King of Queens.' He was widely recognized for his sharp comedic timing and distinctive voice. [bio]

• June 10 Eugene Parker

  Pioneering American astrophysicist who made groundbreaking contributions to solar physics and space science.

• June 15 Hugo Pratt

  Legendary Italian comic book artist and writer, creator of the iconic character Corto Maltese, who revolutionized the graphic novel genre.

• June 15 Hassani Shapi

  Renowned actor who appeared in multiple films and television productions during the mid-20th century.

• June 16 Tom Graveney

  Renowned English cricketer who played for Gloucestershire and England, later becoming a respected cricket commentator and broadcaster.

• June 16 Ariano Suassuna

  Prominent Brazilian playwright, novelist, and poet who was a key figure in Brazilian modernist literature and culture.

• June 16 Robert Kraft

  Distinguished American astronomer who served as president of the International Astronomical Union and head of Lick Observatory, receiving...

• June 17 Wally Wood

  Renowned American comic book artist and illustrator, famous for his work with EC Comics and MAD Magazine, who significantly influenced the...

• June 18 Eva Bartok

  Eva Bartok was a Hungarian-born actress who achieved international fame in European cinema during the 1950s and early 1960s. She was best known for her glamorous roles in films, especially in British and German productions. [bio]

• June 19 Luciano Benjamín Menéndez

  Argentine military general notorious for his role in the military dictatorship's systematic human rights violations during the 'Dirty War'...

• June 20 Simin Behbahani

  Renowned Iranian poet and women's rights activist known for her powerful and politically charged poetry that challenged social norms and...

• June 21 Carl Stokes

  Pioneering African-American politician who became the first Black mayor of a major U.S.

• June 22 Donald Jacobs

  Renowned American business school administrator and dean of Northwestern University's Kellogg Graduate School of Management, known for...

• June 22 Anthony Low

  Prominent Indian-English academic and historian who made significant contributions to historical research and scholarship.

• June 23 Bob Fosse

  Bob Fosse was an influential American dancer, choreographer, and director, best known for revolutionizing the style of musical theatre and film choreography in the mid-20th century. Famous for his distinctive, jazz-influenced dance style characterized by turned-in knees, rolled shoulders, and jazz hands, Fosse directed and choreographed numerous Broadway shows and films, leaving a significant mark on the performing arts. [bio]

• June 25 Martin Lewis Perl

  Nobel Prize-winning physicist who discovered the tau lepton, a fundamental particle in particle physics.

• June 25 Arnold Wolfendale

  Prominent English astronomer and academic who made significant contributions to astrophysics and cosmic ray research.

• June 26 Jerry Schatzberg

  Renowned American film director and former fashion photographer who made significant contributions to cinema, particularly through...

• June 28 Frank Sherwood Rowland

  American chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1927).

• June 29 Tom Fleming

  Scottish theatre artist who was a prominent stage actor, director, and television personality.

• June 30 Shirley Fry Irvin

  Same as original Shirley Fry record.

• June 30 Shirley Fry

  Legendary American tennis champion who won four Grand Slam titles and was exceptional in both singles and doubles competitions.