Famous people and celebrities born in May 1941

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

• May 4 George Will

  George Will is a prominent American political columnist, journalist, and author known for his conservative political commentary and Pulitzer...

• May 5 Aleksandr Ragulin

  Legendary Soviet ice hockey player who won three Olympic gold medals in 1964, 1968, and 1972, representing the USSR national team.

• May 6 Ghena Dimitrova

  Ghena Dimitrova was a renowned Bulgarian opera soprano celebrated for her exceptional vocal power and iconic performances, particularly in...

• May 8 James Mitchum

  James Mitchum is an American actor and the eldest son of legendary film star Robert Mitchum. He is best known for his work in a series of action and adventure films during the 1960s and 1970s. [bio]

• May 11 Eric Burdon

  Legendary British rock singer known for leading The Animals, a pivotal band in the 1960s British Invasion.

• May 13 Ritchie Valens

  Ritchie Valens was an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist who became a rock and roll pioneer and a forefather of the Chicano rock movement. Despite his short career, he achieved major chart success with songs like 'La Bamba' and 'Donna.' Valens died tragically in a plane crash at age 17, an event immortalized as 'The Day the Music Died.' [bio]

• May 13 Senta Berger

  Senta Berger is an Austrian actress and producer, internationally recognized for her roles in both European and Hollywood films. She has enjoyed a prolific career spanning over six decades and is known for her versatility and contributions to cinema and television. [bio]

• May 15 KT Oslin

  Grammy Award-winning country music singer and songwriter known for her influential work in the 1980s and early 1990s.

• May 18 Miriam Margolyes

  Miriam Margolyes is a British-Australian actress and voice artist, known for her extensive work in television, film, and stage. Renowned for her character roles, she has received numerous awards and garnered wide recognition, especially for her appearances in the Harry Potter film series and as a distinctive voice in animation. [bio]

• May 18 Diane McBain

  Diane McBain was an American actress best known for her roles in 1960s films and television series, particularly her performance in 'Surfside 6' and 'Spinout' alongside Elvis Presley. [bio]

• May 18 Malcolm Longair

  Eminent astrophysicist who made significant contributions to high-energy astrophysics and cosmic ray research, recognized globally for his...

• May 19 Nora Ephron

  Nora Ephron was an acclaimed American journalist, essayist, playwright, screenwriter, novelist, producer, and director, best known for her sharp wit and influential romantic comedies. [bio]

• May 20 Goh Chok Tong

  Prominent Singaporean politician who served as the second Prime Minister of Singapore from 1990 to 2004, playing a crucial role in the...

• May 21 Ronald Isley

  Ronald Isley is a legendary R&B singer and founding member of the Isley Brothers, a groundbreaking musical group that significantly...

• May 21 Bobby Cox

  Bobby Cox is a renowned American baseball manager who led the Atlanta Braves to unprecedented success, including 14 consecutive division...

• May 22 Menzies Campbell

  Prominent Scottish Liberal Democrat politician and former Olympic sprinter who later became leader of the Liberal Democrats.

• May 22 Paul Winfield in Los Angeles

  Acclaimed African American actor known for roles in Star Trek II, Huckleberry Finn, and Mars Attacks, with a distinguished career in film...

• May 25 Bob Dylan

  Bob Dylan is an iconic American singer-songwriter, author, and visual artist whose career has spanned over six decades. He is renowned for his influence on popular music and culture, especially in the 1960s with songs that became anthems of the civil rights and anti-war movements. Dylan is celebrated for his poetic lyrics and distinctive voice, and is widely regarded as … [bio]

• May 30 Bob Simon

  Bob Simon was a renowned CBS News correspondent and war reporter, famous for his long career with '60 Minutes' and his coverage of...

• May 31 William Nordhaus

  William Nordhaus is a renowned American economist who won the Nobel Prize in Economics for his groundbreaking work on integrating climate...

• May 31 Louis Ignarro

  Louis Ignarro is an American pharmacologist and Nobel Prize laureate known for his research on nitric oxide as a signaling molecule in the...