Famous people and celebrities born in February 1936

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

• Feb. 1 Tuncel Kurtiz

  Prominent Turkish actor, director, and screenwriter known for significant contributions to Turkish cinema and theater.

• Feb. 2 Duane Jones

  Duane Jones was an American actor best known for his groundbreaking role as Ben in the cult classic horror film 'Night of the Living Dead' (1968), which was notable for casting a Black actor in a leading, non-stereotypical part in a major motion picture. [bio]

• Feb. 3 Jim Marshall

  Iconic American rock photography pioneer who captured legendary images of music's most influential artists during the 1960s and 1970s.

• Feb. 3 Bob Simpson

  Prominent Australian cricket player and coach who significantly contributed to the sport's development in Australia during the mid-20th...

• Feb. 4 Claude Nobs

  Legendary founder and general manager of the Montreux Jazz Festival, Claude Nobs was a pivotal figure in music history who transformed a...

• Feb. 5 Claude Giraud

  Claude Giraud is a prominent French actor who appeared in numerous notable films and television series during the mid-20th century,...

• Feb. 8 Francis Sejersted

  Prominent Norwegian historian and academic who served as chairman of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, playing a significant role in the Nobel...

• Feb. 11 Burt Reynolds

  Burt Reynolds was an American actor, director, and producer, widely recognized as one of Hollywood's leading film and television stars of the 1970s and 1980s. He gained fame for his charismatic screen presence, comedic timing, and roles in action-packed films. [bio]

• Feb. 12 Joe Don Baker

  Joe Don Baker is an American character actor known for his roles in action and crime films, particularly throughout the 1970s and 1980s. He gained prominence with his starring performance in 'Walking Tall' and has since appeared in numerous notable films and television shows. [bio]

• Feb. 13 Leamon King

  American track and field athlete who held the world record in the 100-meter sprint for males from 1956 to 1960, and was an Olympic gold...

• Feb. 14 Anna German

  Renowned Polish singer and cultural icon known for her distinctive voice and tragic early death.

• Feb. 16 Carl Icahn

  Carl Icahn is a renowned American billionaire investor, business magnate, and corporate raider famous for his aggressive activist investing...

• Feb. 17 Jim Brown

  Jim Brown was an American football player, actor, and civil rights activist, widely considered one of the greatest running backs in NFL history. He played for the Cleveland Browns from 1957 to 1965 and transitioned to a successful career in Hollywood after retiring from professional football. [bio]

• Feb. 18 Ian Hacking

  Renowned Canadian philosopher known for his work in philosophy of science, philosophy of language, and social epistemology.

• Feb. 18 Jean Auel

  Acclaimed American author best known for her 'Earth's Children' prehistoric fiction series, which includes bestsellers like 'Clan of the...

• Feb. 19 Brad Steiger

  Prolific American author and paranormal researcher who wrote extensively about metaphysical and supernatural topics, publishing over 80...

• Feb. 20 Shigeo Nagashima

  Legendary Japanese baseball player and coach, considered one of the most iconic figures in Japanese baseball history.

• Feb. 21 Barbara Jordan

  Barbara Jordan was a pioneering African American politician who made significant contributions to the Civil Rights Movement.

• Feb. 21 Adua Pavarotti

  Adua Pavarotti was the first wife of famous opera singer Luciano Pavarotti.

• Feb. 22 J. Michael Bishop

  Renowned American microbiologist and immunologist who won the Nobel Prize for groundbreaking research in oncogenes and cancer development.

• Feb. 23 Roger Rivière

  French professional cyclist who was a prominent track and road racer during the late 1950s, known for his competitive performances in...

• Feb. 24 Guillermo O'Donnell

  Renowned Argentine political scientist who made significant contributions to understanding democratic transitions and political institutions...

• Feb. 24 René Pellat

  Prominent French engineer and scientific administrator who held key leadership positions in French research institutions like CNRS and CNES,...

• Feb. 24 Martin Malvy

  French socialist politician who served in various significant political roles, including as a regional president in southwestern France.

• Feb. 24 Lance Reventlow

  Wealthy American sports car designer and racer, known as the only child of socialite Barbara Hutton, who made significant contributions to...

• Feb. 26 José Policarpo

  Portuguese Catholic Cardinal who served as Patriarch of Lisbon from 1998 to 2013, a significant religious leader in Portugal's...

• Feb. 29 Alex Rocco

  Alex Rocco was an American actor best known for his role as Moe Greene in the classic film 'The Godfather.' Recognized for his distinctive raspy voice and his frequent portrayals of gangsters and tough guys, Rocco’s acting career spanned film, television, and voice work. [bio]

• Feb. 29 Henri Richard

  Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the Montreal Canadiens and holds the record for most Stanley Cup wins in NHL history...

• Feb. 29 Jack R Lousma

  NASA astronaut and United States Marine Corps officer, known for piloting the third Skylab mission and commanding the second Space Shuttle...