Famous people and celebrities born in August 1936

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1936! 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. 1 Yves Saint Laurent

  Legendary French-Algerian fashion designer who revolutionized haute couture in the 20th century.

• Aug. 1 W. D. Hamilton

  Influential British evolutionary biologist known for groundbreaking work in sociobiology and theories of altruism.

• Aug. 2 Anthony Payne

  English composer and musicologist best known for his completion of Edward Elgar's unfinished Third Symphony, making significant...

• Aug. 5 John Saxon

  Renowned American actor known for roles in horror films like 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' and numerous martial arts movies.

• Aug. 7 Rahsaan Roland Kirk

  Innovative and influential jazz saxophonist known for his unique multi-instrumental playing style and avant-garde approach to music.

• Aug. 9 Patrick Tse

  Prominent Hong Kong actor, director, producer, and screenwriter who was a major figure in the Hong Kong film industry during the 1960s and...

• Aug. 11 Andre Dubus

  Renowned American short story writer known for his profound and introspective literary works exploring human relationships and moral...

• Aug. 11 Jonathan Spence

  Eminent Yale historian specializing in Chinese history, widely recognized for his innovative and engaging scholarly works about China.

• Aug. 12 Evelyn Lauder

  Co-founder of Estée Lauder Companies and creator of the Pink Ribbon campaign for breast cancer awareness.

• Aug. 12 Hans Haacke

  Renowned conceptual artist known for critical and politically engaged artworks challenging social and institutional structures.

• Aug. 12 John Poindexter

  Former National Security Council staff member known for his role in the Iran-Contra affair during the Reagan administration.

• Aug. 16 Anita Gillette

  Anita Gillette is an American actress and singer, best known for her extensive work on Broadway, as well as numerous roles in film and television. With a career spanning more than six decades, she is recognized for her versatility and enduring presence in the entertainment industry. [bio]

• Aug. 17 Margaret E. Hamilton

  Pioneering computer scientist who developed critical software for NASA's Apollo space program, making fundamental contributions to software...

• Aug. 18 Robert Redford

  Robert Redford is a legendary American actor, director, producer, and environmental activist. He gained acclaim for his roles in classic films such as 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid', 'The Sting', 'The Way We Were', and 'All the President's Men'. Redford won the Academy Award for Best Director for 'Ordinary People' (1980) and was awarded an honorary Oscar in 2002. … [bio]

• Aug. 19 Richard McBrien

  Prominent Catholic priest, theologian, and professor at the University of Notre Dame who was a leading progressive voice in American...

• Aug. 19 Al Oerter

  Legendary Olympic discus thrower who won gold medals in four consecutive Olympic Games (1956-1968), a remarkable achievement in track and...

• Aug. 20 Carla Fracci

  Renowned Italian prima ballerina who was a principal dancer at La Scala Ballet and performed internationally with legendary partners like...

• Aug. 20 Hideki Shirakawa

  Prominent Japanese chemist and Nobel Prize laureate who made significant contributions to the field of materials science and polymer...

• Aug. 21 Wilt Chamberlain

  Legendary NBA player who revolutionized basketball with his extraordinary scoring and physical dominance.

• Aug. 21 François Pinault

  Prominent French businessman and art collector who founded Kering, a global luxury goods company.

• Aug. 23 Henry Lee Lucas

  Notorious American serial killer known for confessing to hundreds of murders, though many claims were later discredited.

• Aug. 24 A. S. Byatt

  Acclaimed English novelist and poet, known for her complex and intellectually rich literary works, including the Booker Prize-winning novel...

• Aug. 24 Arthur B. C. Walker Jr.

  Renowned American physicist and academic who made significant contributions to solar physics and space research.

• Aug. 25 Hugh Hudson

  Renowned British film director known for critically acclaimed movies like 'Chariots of Fire' and 'Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan'.

• Aug. 26 Francine York

  Francine York was an American film and television actress, best remembered for her roles in popular TV shows during the 1960s and 1970s, as well as her appearances in feature films across multiple decades. [bio]

• Aug. 26 Benedict Anderson

  Renowned political scientist and historian who made groundbreaking contributions to understanding nationalism, particularly in Southeast...

• Aug. 27 Philippe Labro

  Prominent French journalist, author, and filmmaker who worked for major media outlets like RTL, Paris Match, TF1, and Antenne 2. He was a...

• Aug. 28 Warren M. Washington

  Pioneering African American atmospheric scientist who made significant contributions to climate modeling and understanding global climate...

• Aug. 29 John McCain

  John McCain was an American politician and United States Navy officer who served as a U.S. Senator from Arizona from 1987 to 2018 and was the Republican nominee for President in the 2008 election. [bio]