Famous people and celebrities born in February 1941

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 1941! 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. 5 David Selby

  David Selby is an American film, television, and stage actor best known for his roles in the gothic soap opera 'Dark Shadows' and the primetime drama series 'Falcon Crest.' He has enjoyed a long and versatile career spanning several decades in both television and film. [bio]

• Feb. 5 Stephen J. Cannell

  Prolific American television producer, screenwriter, and novelist who created numerous iconic TV series like 'The Rockford Files', 'A-Team',...

• Feb. 5 Barrett Strong

  Legendary Motown singer-songwriter who co-wrote the groundbreaking hit 'Money (That's What I Want)', which became a significant early...

• Feb. 6 Spencer Silver

  Spencer Silver is a renowned scientist who co-invented the unique adhesive technology behind Post-it Notes, a ubiquitous office and home...

• Feb. 6 Richard Cohen

  Richard Cohen is a distinguished American journalist who has been a columnist for the Washington Post since 1976, with his column becoming...

• Feb. 6 Gigi Perreau

  Gigi Perreau was a prominent child actress who appeared in numerous films during the 1940s and 1950s, notably in 'Madame Curie' as her first...

• Feb. 7 Little Tony

  Famous Italian-Sammarinese actor and singer who was a prominent figure in Italian pop music during the 1960s and 1970s.

• Feb. 8 Nick Nolte

  Nick Nolte is an acclaimed American actor, producer, and former model best known for his powerful performances in films such as "The Prince of Tides," "48 Hrs.," and "Affliction." Over his decades-long career, he has earned multiple accolades, including an Academy Award nomination and a Golden Globe win. [bio]

• Feb. 10 Michael Apted

  Michael Apted was a renowned British director, producer, writer, and actor, best known for his work on the 'Up' documentary series and feature films such as 'Gorillas in the Mist', 'Coal Miner's Daughter', and James Bond's 'The World Is Not Enough.' His career spanned over five decades, earning critical acclaim for both his narrative and documentary work. [bio]

• Feb. 11 Sérgio Mendes

  Renowned Brazilian musician and composer known for popularizing Brazilian bossa nova and jazz worldwide, with numerous Grammy Awards and...

• Feb. 12 Dominguinhos

  Dominguinhos was a renowned Brazilian singer-songwriter and accordion player who significantly contributed to Brazilian folk and popular...

• Feb. 13 David Jeremiah

  David Jeremiah is a prominent Christian evangelical leader, bestselling author, and founder of Turning Point Ministries, known for his...

• Feb. 14 Donna Shalala

  Prominent American academic and public servant who served as US Secretary of Health and Human Services under President Bill Clinton, with a...

• Feb. 14 Paul Tsongas

  Prominent Democratic politician who ran for the 1992 US presidential nomination, known for his economic reform platform and emphasis on...

• Feb. 15 Brian Holland

  Legendary American music producer and songwriter, part of the iconic Motown songwriting team Holland-Dozier-Holland.

• Feb. 16 Kim Jong-il

  Kim Jong-il was the Supreme Leader of North Korea from 1994 to 2011, known for his authoritarian leadership, isolationist policies, and...

• Feb. 17 Gene Pitney in Hartford

  Gene Pitney was an American singer-songwriter famous for his hit song 'Town Without Pity' and significant contributions to 1960s pop music.

• Feb. 19 David J. Gross

  Prize laureate for the discovery of asymptotic freedom in the theory of the strong interaction.

• Feb. 20 Lim Kit Siang

  Prominent Malaysian politician and long-time opposition leader who has been a key figure in Malaysia's democratic movement, advocating for...

• Feb. 20 Buffy Sainte-Marie

  Indigenous Canadian singer-songwriter, activist, and educator known for her powerful folk music, indigenous rights advocacy, and significant...

• Feb. 22 Hipolito Mejia

  Dominican politician who served as the 52nd President of the Dominican Republic from 2000 to 2004.

• Feb. 24 Giuditta Saltarini

  Italian actress and cabaret singer known for her long-term relationship with comedian Renato Rascel.

• Feb. 24 Joanie Sommers

  American pop singer and actress popular in the 1960s, known for her youthful voice and hit songs like 'Johnny Get Angry'.

• Feb. 25 David Puttnam

  Renowned British film producer and former CEO of Columbia Pictures, known for producing critically acclaimed films and significant...

• Feb. 26 Tony Ray-Jones

  Influential British documentary photographer known for his distinctive and humorous black-and-white images capturing the social landscape of...

• Feb. 27 Paddy Ashdown

  Prominent British politician who led the Liberal Democrats from 1988 to 1999, playing a significant role in shaping the party's modern...

• Feb. 28 Ortegam Palito

  Renowned Argentine actor and singer who was a prominent figure in Latin American entertainment during the 1960s, particularly in the...

• Feb. 28 Suzanne Mubarak

  Former First Lady of Egypt during Hosni Mubarak's presidency, known for her social and charitable work, particularly in education and...