Famous people and celebrities born in March 1932

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in March 1932! 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 2 Suitbert Ertel

  German psychologist and researcher specializing in personality psychology, cognitive styles, and unconventional studies linking solar...

• March 3 Hilda Braid

  English actress known for her character roles in television and theater, with a career spanning several decades in British entertainment.

• March 4 Miriam Makeba

  Miriam Makeba was a renowned South African singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist, known globally as 'Mama Africa.' She brought African music to a worldwide audience and was an outspoken opponent of apartheid in South Africa. [bio]

• March 4 Ryszard Kapuściński

  Renowned Polish journalist, writer, and poet famous for his profound reportage on developing world conflicts and postcolonial...

• March 5 Diana Coupland

  Diana Coupland was a British actress best known for her role as Jean Abbott in the popular sitcom 'Bless This House.' She had a career in film, television, and radio, often recognized for her warm comedic presence. [bio]

• March 9 Keely Smith

  Keely Smith was an American jazz and popular music singer known for her solo career and as the musical partner of famed bandleader Louis Prima. Renowned for her distinctive voice, deadpan stage presence, and numerous recordings during the 1950s and 1960s, Smith became a significant figure in the American music scene. [bio]

• March 9 Walter Mercado

  Iconic Puerto Rican astrologer, actor, and television personality famous for his flamboyant style and widespread horoscope broadcasts across...

• March 11 Nigel Lawson

  Prominent British Conservative politician who served as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1983 to 1989, playing a significant role in...

• March 12 Barbara Feldon

  Barbara Feldon is an American actress and model best known for her iconic role as Agent 99 in the 1960s television comedy series 'Get Smart'. Her distinctive wit and charm made her a television icon, especially noted for breaking stereotypes of female roles in espionage comedies. [bio]

• March 12 Andrew Young

  Andrew Young is a prominent civil rights leader, politician, and diplomat who played a crucial role in the African American civil rights...

• March 14 Philippe Alexandre

  Prominent French journalist and writer who made significant contributions across multiple media platforms, including radio, television, and...

• March 15 Alan Bean

  NASA astronaut who was the fourth person to walk on the moon during the Apollo 12 mission.

• March 16 Walter Cunningham

  American astronaut who flew on Apollo 7, a critical mission testing spacecraft systems.

• March 18 John Updike

  John Updike was an acclaimed American novelist, poet, and literary critic, renowned for his sharp, lyrical prose and his focus on the American middle class. Updike is best remembered for his 'Rabbit' series, which chronicles the life of Harry 'Rabbit' Angstrom and is considered a major achievement in post-war American fiction. [bio]

• March 18 F[rederik] W[illem]

  South African politician who served as President of South Africa from 1989 to 1994, playing a crucial role in ending apartheid and...

• March 19 Gay Brewer

  Professional American golfer who was a notable PGA Tour player, winning multiple tournaments including the Masters Tournament in 1967.

• March 20 Marthe Villalonga

  Marthe Villalonga is a notable French actress and pianist who has contributed to French cinema and performing arts throughout her career.

• March 20 Tod Dockstader

  Tod Dockstader was a pioneering American electronic music composer who made significant contributions to experimental and avant-garde music...

• March 21 Walter Gilbert

  Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry and Physics, known for groundbreaking work in molecular biology and genetic sequencing.

• March 21 Gianfranco Funari

  Controversial Italian TV personality known for his provocative and direct communication style, who became famous for his unique approach to...

• March 21 Joseph Silverstein

  Renowned American violinist and conductor who had a distinguished career in classical music, leading orchestras and performing...

• March 22 Larry Evans

  Renowned American chess grandmaster and journalist who significantly contributed to chess literature and competitive play during the...

• March 22 Els Borst

  Prominent Dutch physician and politician who served as deputy prime minister of the Netherlands, making significant contributions to...

• March 25 Wes Santee

  Pioneering American track and field athlete who was a key figure in the sub-4-minute mile era.

• March 26 James Andrew Harris

  James Andrew Harris was a pioneering African American nuclear chemist who made significant contributions to nuclear research and element...

• March 27 Junior Parker

  Influential blues musician known for his harmonica skills and significant contributions to the Memphis blues scene.

• March 30 Jean Bousquet

  Prominent French fashion designer who founded his eponymous brand in 1958, later expanding into entrepreneurship and politics.

• March 31 John Jakes

  Prolific American novelist best known for historical fiction, particularly his Kent Family Chronicles and North and South trilogy.

• March 31 Nagisa Oshima

  Renowned Japanese film director known for avant-garde and politically provocative cinema, particularly from the Japanese New Wave movement.

• March 31 Craig Kauffman

  Influential American artist and sculptor who pioneered the use of plastics in modern art, establishing a significant reputation in Los...