Famous people and celebrities born in February 1939

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 1939! 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 Claude François

  Influential French pop singer known for creating the original version of 'My Way', which became an international hit through Paul Anka and...

• Feb. 1 Fritjof Capra

  Renowned Austrian-American physicist and systems theorist who explores the intersection of science, philosophy, and ecology.

• Feb. 1 Joe Sample

  Legendary jazz pianist and composer, key member of The Crusaders and renowned for his innovative contributions to jazz and fusion music.

• Feb. 2 Dale Mortensen

  Dale Mortensen was a renowned American economist who won the Nobel Prize in Economics for his groundbreaking work on market dynamics and...

• Feb. 3 Michael Cimino

  Acclaimed American film director known for the Oscar-winning 'The Deer Hunter' and the controversial epic 'Heaven's Gate', which...

• Feb. 6 Mike Farrell

  Mike Farrell is an American actor, best known for his role as Captain B.J. Hunnicutt on the popular television series 'M*A*S*H.' He is also recognized for his extensive humanitarian and activist work. [bio]

• Feb. 7 John Reed

  Prominent American banking executive who served as CEO of Citicorp, known for his diverse educational background and transformative...

• Feb. 8 Jose Maria Sison

  Prominent Filipino communist revolutionary, political activist, and founder of the Communist Party of the Philippines.

• Feb. 9 Janet Suzman

  Janet Suzman is a South African-born British actress and director acclaimed for her powerful performances on stage and screen, especially in Shakespearean roles. She has also been recognized for her contributions to theater as a director and advocate for the performing arts. [bio]

• Feb. 11 Jane Yolen

  Jane Yolen is a prolific and award-winning American author renowned for her significant contributions to children's literature, fantasy, and...

• Feb. 12 Ray Manzarek

  Legendary keyboardist and co-founder of the iconic rock band The Doors, who played a crucial role in shaping the band's distinctive sound...

• Feb. 13 R. C. Sproul

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• Feb. 14 Eugene Fama

  Eugene Fama is a renowned American economist who revolutionized financial theory and received the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences...

• Feb. 16 Sergio Bianchetto

  Italian champion cyclist who won the Olympic gold medal in Tokyo in 1964, representing Italy's cycling excellence.

• Feb. 17 Mary Ann Mobley

  Mary Ann Mobley was an American actress, television personality, and former Miss America. She became widely recognized after winning the 1959 Miss America title and went on to have a successful career in film and television during the 1960s and 1970s. [bio]

• Feb. 19 Erin Pizzey

  Pioneering British activist who founded the first women's refuge in the world and wrote extensively about domestic violence.

• Feb. 20 Herbert Kohler Jr.

  Prominent business leader who served as CEO of Kohler Co.

• Feb. 21 Richard Beymer

  American actor known for his iconic roles in 'West Side Story' and 'The Diary of Anne Frank', born in Avoca, Iowa.

• Feb. 22 Alain Jacquet

  Renowned French pop artist famous for his innovative 'Camouflage Botticelli' series, reinterpreting classical art through a modern lens,...

• Feb. 23 Majel Barrett

  Majel Barrett was an American actress and producer, best known for her recurring roles in the Star Trek franchise as Nurse Christine Chapel, Lwaxana Troi, and as the voice of Starfleet computers. She was also the wife of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry. [bio]

• Feb. 24 Marisa Mell

  Marisa Mell was an Austrian actress who gained international fame in the 1960s and 1970s, best known for her roles in European cult cinema, particularly in Italian films. She is regarded as a prominent star of Eurospy and giallo genres. [bio]

• Feb. 25 Jim Tyrer

  Professional American football player for the Kansas City Chiefs who played as an offensive tackle in the 1960s and early 1970s.

• Feb. 27 Kenzo (fashion designer)

  Kenzo Takada is a renowned Japanese fashion designer who founded the iconic Kenzo fashion house, celebrated for its innovative, colorful,...

• Feb. 28 Tommy Tune

  Legendary Broadway performer who is a nine-time Tony Award winner, uniquely honored in acting, directing, choreography, and dance...

• Feb. 28 Chögyam Trungpa

  Influential Tibetan Buddhist scholar, philosopher, and meditation master who significantly impacted Western understanding of Buddhism.

• Feb. 28 Daniel C. Tsui

  Prize laureate for their discovery of a new form of quantum fluid with fractionally charged excitations.