Famous people and celebrities born in March 1927

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

• March 1 Harry Belafonte

  Harry Belafonte was an American singer, actor, and civil rights activist renowned for popularizing Caribbean music with an international audience and for his profound contributions to civil rights and humanitarian causes. [bio]

• March 1 Claude Gensac

  Claude Gensac was a French actress best known for her roles in comedies, particularly for her recurring role as the on-screen wife of Louis de Funès in several popular films. She had a prolific career in cinema, theater, and television, with notable performances spanning over six decades. [bio]

• March 1 Robert Bork

  Prominent conservative legal scholar and former US Attorney General, known for his influential writings on constitutional law and...

• March 1 George Abell

  Distinguished American astronomer and educator who made significant contributions to astronomical research and public science education...

• March 2 Roger Walkowiak

  French professional cyclist who won the Tour de France in 1956 in an unexpected and surprising manner.

• March 5 Jack Cassidy

  Jack Cassidy was an American actor and singer renowned for his work in theatre, television, and film during the mid-20th century. He was recognized for his charismatic stage presence and versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles. [bio]

• March 6 Gabriel García Márquez

  Gabriel García Márquez was a Colombian novelist, short story writer, screenwriter, and journalist, recognized as one of the most significant authors of the 20th century. He is famous for popularizing the literary style known as magical realism, blending fantastical elements with realistic narratives. García Márquez's influence extends across global literature, and his works have been translated into dozens of languages. [bio]

• March 7 Gordon Cooper

  Gordon Cooper was a NASA astronaut and one of the original Mercury Seven, a group of elite test pilots selected for the United States' first...

• March 11 Joachim Fuchsberger

  Joachim Fuchsberger was a German-Australian actor, television host, and entertainer, best known for his leading roles in 1950s–1970s German cinema, particularly in the Edgar Wallace film adaptations. He became a beloved television personality in Germany and was well regarded for his charm and screen presence. [bio]

• March 11 Josep Maria Subirachs

  Renowned Spanish sculptor and painter known for his distinctive modernist artistic style, particularly famous for his work on the Sagrada...

• March 12 Raul Alfonsin

  Prominent Argentinian democratic leader who played a crucial role in restoring democracy after the military dictatorship, bringing human...

• March 16 Daniel Moynihan

  Influential American senator, diplomat, and scholar who served as U.N.

• March 16 Vladimir Komarov

  Soviet cosmonaut and engineer who became the first human to die during a space mission, tragically perishing in the Soyuz 1 spacecraft crash...

• March 18 George Plimpton

  George Plimpton was an American journalist, writer, editor, and actor best known for pioneering participatory journalism and for his role as co-founder and editor of The Paris Review. [bio]

• March 19 Richie Ashburn

  Hall of Fame baseball player who spent most of his career with the Philadelphia Phillies, known for his exceptional batting skills and...

• March 21 Virginia Weidler

  Virginia Weidler was an American child actress best known for her roles in classic films of the 1930s and 1940s, including 'The Philadelphia Story.' [bio]

• March 21 Halton Arp

  Halton Arp was a prominent astronomer who made significant contributions to understanding extragalactic astronomy through his groundbreaking...

• March 21 Hans-Dietrich Genscher

  Hans-Dietrich Genscher was a prominent German politician who served as Vice-Chancellor and Foreign Minister, playing a crucial role in...

• March 24 Martin Walser

  Prominent German novelist and playwright known for his critical works exploring post-war German society and literature.

• March 25 Gerald Wasserburg

  Renowned American geophysicist at Caltech who made groundbreaking contributions to understanding the origin of the solar system and...

• March 27 Mstislav Rostropovich

  World-renowned cellist, conductor, and musical pedagogue who was considered one of the greatest cellists of the 20th century.

• March 27 François Furet

  Renowned French historian and academic who specialized in the French Revolution, elected to the French Academy in 1997.

• March 29 John Vane

  Renowned English pharmacologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for groundbreaking research in academic medicine.

• March 31 William Daniels

  William Daniels is an American actor best known for his roles in television series such as 'St. Elsewhere' and 'Boy Meets World.' With a career spanning over seven decades, he is recognized for his distinguished performances and significant contributions to American television and film. [bio]

• March 31 Cesar Chavez

  Prominent labor leader and civil rights activist who co-founded the National Farm Workers Association and fought for migrant workers'...