Famous people and celebrities born in August 1946

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1946! 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.

• Aug. 3 Ricky Hui

  Ricky Hui was a prominent Hong Kong actor and singer, best known for his role as one of the Hui Brothers—a celebrated comedy trio in Hong Kong cinema. Alongside his brothers, Michael and Sam Hui, Ricky appeared in a number of influential comedy films from the 1970s to 1990s, often bringing slapstick humor and charm to his performances. [bio]

• Aug. 5 Shirley Ann Jackson

  Pioneering African-American physicist who became the first Black woman to earn a doctorate from MIT, breaking significant barriers in...

• Aug. 6 Peter Simonischek

  Peter Simonischek was an acclaimed Austrian actor best known internationally for his leading role in the film 'Toni Erdmann', for which he received widespread recognition and numerous awards. His career spanned theater, film, and television, and he was celebrated for his work on the stages of Vienna and other renowned theaters in German-speaking Europe. [bio]

• Aug. 6 Roh Moo-hyun

  16th President of South Korea who served from 2003 to 2008, known for his progressive policies and tragic suicide in 2009.

• Aug. 6 Loni Anderson

  American actress famous for her iconic role as Jennifer Marlowe in the popular 1970s sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati, known for her blonde hair...

• Aug. 8 John C. Mather

  Nobel Prize-winning physicist and NASA scientist who made significant contributions to cosmology and the study of the cosmic microwave...

• Aug. 10 Renaud Camus

  French writer and intellectual known for his controversial works on identity, culture, and the concept of 'Great Replacement'.

• Aug. 11 Marilyn vos Savant

  Renowned for having the highest recorded IQ in the Guinness Book of Records and her long-running column in Parade Magazine, she is a...

• Aug. 13 Janet Yellen

  Janet Yellen is a prominent American economist who served as Chair of the Federal Reserve from 2014 to 2018 and is currently the United...

• Aug. 14 Susan Saint James

  Susan Saint James is an American actress best known for her roles in the television series 'McMillan & Wife' and 'Kate & Allie.' Her performances in both shows made her one of TV's most recognizable stars during the 1970s and 1980s. [bio]

• Aug. 14 Antonio Fargas

  Antonio Fargas is an American actor best known for his roles in 1970s blaxploitation films and as the character Huggy Bear in the television series 'Starsky & Hutch.' Over his multi-decade career, Fargas has appeared in numerous significant film and TV productions, earning recognition for his distinctive performances. [bio]

• Aug. 15 Jimmy Webb

  Legendary American songwriter and composer who wrote numerous hit songs and won multiple Grammy Awards, known for classics like 'By the Time...

• Aug. 16 Lesley Ann Warren

  Lesley Ann Warren is an American actress and singer known for her work in film, television, and theater. She gained recognition for her early roles in musical adaptations and has had a versatile career in both dramatic and comedic roles. [bio]

• Aug. 16 Masoud Barzani

  Masoud Barzani is a prominent Kurdish politician who served as the President of Iraqi Kurdistan, playing a significant role in Kurdish...

• Aug. 17 Serge Moati

  Prominent French multimedia artist known for his versatile contributions to journalism, filmmaking, writing, and visual arts.

• Aug. 19 Bill Clinton

  Bill Clinton is an American politician and attorney who served as the 42nd president of the United States from 1993 to 2001. Prior to his presidency, he was the governor of Arkansas and is a prominent figure in the Democratic Party. [bio]

• Aug. 19 William Jefferson

  William Jefferson is an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Louisiana's 2nd congressional district from 1991 to 2009. He is notable for his involvement in a high-profile federal corruption case. [bio]

• Aug. 20 William J. Clinton

  William Jefferson Clinton, commonly known as Bill Clinton, is an American politician and attorney who served as the 42nd President of the United States from 1993 to 2001. Renowned for leading the country through a period of economic prosperity, he is also remembered for his policy initiatives as well as personal and political controversies, notably the Monica Lewinsky scandal that … [bio]

• Aug. 20 Connie Chung

  Pioneering Chinese-American broadcast journalist who was a prominent news anchor at CBS, notably co-anchoring with Dan Rather during the...

• Aug. 20 Laurent Fabius

  Prominent French politician who served as Prime Minister from 1984 to 1986, and was later involved in a controversial AIDS-related legal...

• Aug. 20 N. R. Narayana Murthy

  Co-founder of Infosys, one of India's largest and most successful IT companies, and a key figure in India's technology industry.

• Aug. 23 Keith Moon

  Legendary drummer of the iconic rock band The Who, known for his explosive and innovative drumming style and notorious wild behavior both on...

• Aug. 24 Richard "Dick" N Richards in Key West Florida USA US Navy/astronaut (STS-28 41 sk

  Richard 'Dick' Richards is a former NASA astronaut and US Navy pilot who flew on Space Shuttle missions STS-28 and STS-41, contributing to...

• Aug. 25 Rollie Fingers

  Legendary baseball pitcher known for his distinctive handlebar mustache, who played for the Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres, and...

• Aug. 26 Alison Steadman

  Alison Steadman is an acclaimed English actress known for her extensive work across stage, television, and film, particularly noted for her roles in 'Abigail's Party', 'Gavin & Stacey', and numerous Mike Leigh films. [bio]

• Aug. 27 Tom Ridge

  First United States Secretary of Homeland Security, established after the 9/11 terrorist attacks to enhance national security and emergency...

• Aug. 29 Bob Beamon

  Legendary Olympic track and field athlete who set an extraordinary world record long jump at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, a record that...

• Aug. 30 Peggy Lipton

  Peggy Lipton was an American actress, model, and singer best known for her iconic roles on the television series 'The Mod Squad' and 'Twin Peaks.' Her unique presence and style made her a cultural figure in the late 1960s and early 1990s. [bio]

• Aug. 31 Tom Coughlin

  Renowned American football coach who led the New York Giants to two Super Bowl victories and is considered one of the most successful...