Famous people and celebrities born in September 1939

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

• Sept. 1 Lily Tomlin

  Lily Tomlin is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer renowned for her sharp wit and groundbreaking work in television, film, and theater. She first gained national fame with her performances on the sketch comedy show 'Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In' in the late 1960s and 1970s and has enjoyed a prolific and influential career spanning more than five decades. [bio]

• Sept. 2 Jack Lang

  Prominent French politician who served as Minister of Culture and Education, significantly influencing French cultural policy during the...

• Sept. 3 Henry Mintzberg

  Renowned management theorist and professor known for his groundbreaking work in organizational structure and management theory.

• Sept. 5 George Lazenby

  George Lazenby is an Australian actor and former model, best known for portraying James Bond in the 1969 film 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service.' He became the only actor to play the iconic role just once in the official James Bond film series. [bio]

• Sept. 7 Susumu Tonegawa

  Nobel Prize-winning Japanese immunologist and neuroscientist who made groundbreaking discoveries in immunology and memory formation.

• Sept. 7 Peter Gill

  Welsh actor, director, and playwright with significant contributions to theater and performing arts.

• Sept. 9 Reuven Rivlin

  Prominent Israeli politician who served as President of Israel, representing the Likud party and playing a significant role in national...

• Sept. 9 Carlos Ortiz

  Renowned Puerto Rican boxer who made significant contributions to the sport.

• Sept. 10 Cynthia Lennon

  Cynthia Lennon was the first wife of John Lennon and mother of Julian Lennon.

• Sept. 11 Charles Geschke

  Co-founder of Adobe Systems, Charles Geschke was a pioneering computer scientist who revolutionized digital publishing through PostScript...

• Sept. 12 Henry Waxman

  Prominent American Democratic politician who served in the U.S.

• Sept. 13 Richard Kiel

  Richard Kiel was an American actor best known for his role as the villain 'Jaws' in the James Bond films 'The Spy Who Loved Me' (1977) and 'Moonraker' (1979). Distinguished by his towering height and unique physical presence, Kiel appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout his career. [bio]

• Sept. 13 Joel-Peter Witkin

  Provocative American photographer known for his surreal and controversial artistic works that often explore themes of death, gender, and...

• Sept. 14 Larry Speakes

  Larry Speakes was a prominent American journalist who served as the 16th White House Press Secretary during the Reagan administration,...

• Sept. 16 Breyten Breytenbach

  Renowned South African poet, painter, and political activist known for his anti-apartheid writings and artistic contributions.

• Sept. 17 Vladimir Menshov

  Vladimir Menshov was a renowned Russian actor, director, and screenwriter best known internationally for directing the Oscar-winning film 'Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears.' He was a prominent figure in Soviet and Russian cinema, known for both his performances and his work behind the camera. [bio]

• Sept. 18 Frankie Avalon

  Frankie Avalon is an American singer, actor, and former teen idol who rose to prominence in the late 1950s and early 1960s. He became widely known for his chart-topping singles, including 'Venus' and his starring roles in a series of 'Beach Party' movies. [bio]

• Sept. 18 David Souter

  Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from 1990 to 2009, known for his moderate and sometimes liberal rulings.

• Sept. 19 Fred Willard

  Fred Willard was an American comedic actor known for his improvisational style and prolific career in television and film, including memorable roles in Christopher Guest mockumentaries and TV sitcoms. [bio]

• Sept. 22 Junko Tabei

  Junko Tabei was a pioneering Japanese mountaineer renowned for being the first woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest and to complete the Seven Summits, climbing the highest peak on every continent. [bio]

• Sept. 23 Roy Buchanan

  Roy Buchanan was an influential American blues-rock guitarist known for his exceptional technical skills and innovative playing style, who...

• Sept. 24 Wayne Henderson

  Wayne Henderson was a renowned American jazz trombonist, best known as a member of the influential jazz group The Crusaders.

• Sept. 26 Ricky Tomlinson

  Ricky Tomlinson is an English actor, comedian, and writer best known for his roles in television series including 'Brookside' and 'The Royle Family'. His distinctive career also includes activism and notable film appearances. [bio]

• Sept. 27 Kathy Whitworth

  Legendary professional golfer who holds the record for most professional wins in golf history, with 88 LPGA Tour victories.

• Sept. 29 Larry Linville

  Larry Linville was an American actor best known for his role as Major Frank Burns on the television series M*A*S*H. [bio]

• Sept. 29 Jim Baxter

  Scottish football legend known as 'Slim Jim', renowned for his exceptional midfield skills and crucial victories against England in 1963 and...