Famous people and celebrities born in September 1931

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in September 1931! 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. 3 Albert DeSalvo

  Duplicate record of Albert DeSalvo, the Boston Strangler.

• Sept. 4 Mitzi Gaynor

  Mitzi Gaynor is an American actress, singer, and dancer, best known for her roles in musical films of the 1950s, particularly her performance in 'South Pacific.' [bio]

• Sept. 7 Jean-Pierre Hutin

  French journalist and media personality known for creating the influential TV magazine '30 Millions d'Amis', which focused on animal welfare...

• Sept. 8 Marion Brown

  Marion Brown was an influential American jazz saxophonist and musicologist known for his avant-garde and experimental approach to music.

• Sept. 10 Philip Baker Hall

  Philip Baker Hall was a renowned American character actor recognized for his prolific work in film and television, often portraying authoritative or complex figures. He appeared in dozens of movies and television series, celebrated for his performances in works by Paul Thomas Anderson and for memorable guest roles on hit television shows. [bio]

• Sept. 12 George Jones

  George Jones was an influential American country music singer, songwriter, and musician. Known for his deep, distinctive voice and emotional delivery, Jones is widely regarded as one of the greatest country singers of all time. [bio]

• Sept. 12 Ian Holm

  Ian Holm was an acclaimed English actor known for his versatility and wide-ranging performances in film, television, and theatre, earning critical recognition across a career that spanned more than five decades. [bio]

• Sept. 13 Marjorie Jackson

  Olympic gold medal-winning sprinter who later became the Governor of South Australia, known for her remarkable athletic achievements and...

• Sept. 13 Barbara Bain

  Emmy Award-winning actress best known for her roles in the iconic television series Mission: Impossible and Space: 1999.

• Sept. 15 Brian Henderson

  Prominent New Zealand-born Australian television presenter and journalist who was a significant media personality in Australia during the...

• Sept. 16 Jan Johansson

  Renowned Swedish jazz pianist known for his innovative interpretations of traditional Swedish folk music and significant contributions to...

• Sept. 17 Anne Bancroft

  Anne Bancroft was an acclaimed American actress known for her work on stage and screen. She won numerous awards, including an Academy Award, two Tony Awards, and two Primetime Emmy Awards. Bancroft achieved international fame for her role as Mrs. Robinson in 'The Graduate' (1967). [bio]

• Sept. 17 Jean-Claude Carrière

  Jean-Claude Carrière was a celebrated French novelist, screenwriter, actor, and director renowned for his collaborations with directors such as Luis Buñuel and his influential contributions to European cinema. He was notable for his work on films like 'The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie' and 'Belle de Jour,' and for co-writing 'The Tin Drum,' which won the Academy Award for Best … [bio]

• Sept. 18 Julio Grondona

  Prominent Argentine football executive who served as vice president of FIFA and president of the Argentine Football Association for decades,...

• Sept. 19 Brook Benton

  Brook Benton was an American singer and songwriter noted for a string of hit singles in the late 1950s and early 1960s, celebrated for his smooth baritone voice and mastery of rhythm and blues and pop music. [bio]

• Sept. 21 Larry Hagman

  Larry Hagman was an American actor, director, and producer best known for his roles as J.R. Ewing in the television series 'Dallas' and as Major Anthony Nelson in 'I Dream of Jeannie.' [bio]

• Sept. 23 Hilly Kristal

  Founder of CBGB, the legendary New York City punk rock club that launched careers of bands like Ramones and Talking Heads.

• Sept. 23 Fay Weldon

  Renowned British novelist, essayist, and screenwriter known for feminist themes and satirical works.

• Sept. 24 Anthony Newley

  Anthony Newley was an English actor, singer, songwriter, and composer, best known for his innovative work in musical theatre and for contributing to several hit songs and films during the 1950s and 1960s. [bio]

• Sept. 25 Peter Woodthorpe

  Peter Woodthorpe was an English actor known for his extensive work in film, television, radio, and stage, particularly for his roles in classic British productions and as a distinguished voice artist. [bio]

• Sept. 25 Barbara Walters in Boston

  Legendary American broadcast journalist and television personality, famous for her interviews and work on shows like Today and 20/20.

• Sept. 27 Freddy Quinn

  Freddy Quinn is an Austrian singer and actor who rose to fame in the 1950s and 1960s with his successful schlager (German pop) music and film roles. He became especially popular for his seafaring-themed songs and was considered one of the leading stars of German-language entertainment during the postwar period. [bio]

• Sept. 29 Anita Ekberg

  Anita Ekberg was a Swedish actress and model, best known for her role as Sylvia in Federico Fellini's classic film 'La Dolce Vita' (1960). Her striking beauty and memorable presence in the iconic Trevi Fountain scene made her an international star and a symbol of cinematic glamour. [bio]

• Sept. 29 James Watson Cronin

  Prize laureate for the discovery of violations of fundamental symmetry principles in the decay of neutral K-mesons.

• Sept. 29 James Cronin

  American physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 2016).

• Sept. 30 Angie Dickinson

  Angie Dickinson is an American actress known for her roles in film and television, particularly throughout the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. She achieved widespread recognition as the star of the TV series "Police Woman" and appeared in numerous notable movies across several decades. [bio]