Famous people and celebrities born in August 1948

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1948! 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. 1 Avi Arad

  Avi Arad is a prominent film producer and former Marvel Entertainment CEO who played a crucial role in developing the Marvel Cinematic...

• Aug. 3 Jean-Pierre Raffarin

  Jean-Pierre Raffarin is a prominent French politician who served as Prime Minister of France, known for implementing significant economic...

• Aug. 3 Jamie Binder

  Jamie Binder is an American professional astrologer who transitioned from a successful communications career to become a notable author in...

• Aug. 4 Giorgio Parisi

  Prize laureate for the discovery of the interplay of disorder and fluctuations in physical systems from atomic to planetary scales.

• Aug. 5 Angry Anderson

  Angry Anderson is an Australian singer-songwriter, television presenter, and actor, best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Rose Tattoo. [bio]

• Aug. 5 Ray Clemence

  Ray Clemence was a legendary English footballer who played as a goalkeeper for Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur, and was considered one of...

• Aug. 6 Lars Larsen

  Danish entrepreneur who founded JYSK, a successful international retail chain specializing in home furnishings and bedding.

• Aug. 7 Greg Chappell

  Renowned Australian cricketer who played for the national team and later became a respected cricket coach, known for his significant...

• Aug. 7 James P. Allison

  Prize laureate for their discovery of cancer therapy by inhibition of negative immune regulation.

• Aug. 8 Svetlana Savitskaya

  Renowned Soviet cosmonaut and the second woman in space, who completed multiple space missions and set significant records in space...

• Aug. 11 Jan Palach

  Czech student and political activist who became a symbol of resistance against Soviet occupation by setting himself on fire in Prague in...

• Aug. 13 Kathleen Battle

  Renowned American soprano known for her exceptional lyric coloratura voice and perfectionist approach to music.

• Aug. 16 Patrick Balkany

  French politician known for his controversial political career in the Hauts-de-Seine region, serving as a member of the National Assembly...

• Aug. 18 Joseph Marcell

  Joseph Marcell is a British actor best known for his role as Geoffrey the butler on the acclaimed American sitcom 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'. He has appeared on television, in film, and on stage, with a career spanning several decades in both the UK and the USA. [bio]

• Aug. 18 James Jones

  Renowned American novelist who won the National Book Award for his World War II novel 'From Here to Eternity', which was later adapted into...

• Aug. 19 Jim Carter

  Jim Carter is an acclaimed English actor best known for his role as Mr. Carson, the butler in the popular television series 'Downton Abbey.' With a career spanning stage, film, and television, Carter has become a familiar and respected face in British entertainment. [bio]

• Aug. 19 Gerald McRaney

  American television producer, director, and actor known for roles in 'Major Dad' and 'House of Cards'.

• Aug. 19 Tipper Gore

  Former Second Lady of the United States and wife of Al Gore, known for her advocacy in music labeling and mental health awareness.

• Aug. 20 Robert Plant

  Legendary rock musician and lead singer of Led Zeppelin, one of the most influential rock bands in history.

• Aug. 22 David Marks

  Original member of the Beach Boys, a pioneering rock band that significantly influenced American popular music in the 1960s.

• Aug. 24 Jean-Michel Jarre

  Renowned French electronic music pioneer who revolutionized synthesizer music and created spectacular multimedia concerts.

• Aug. 25 Tony Ramos

  Tony Ramos is a prominent Brazilian actor known for his extensive and acclaimed career in television, film, and theater. With a career spanning over five decades, Ramos is celebrated for his versatility and presence in some of the most important Brazilian soap operas (telenovelas), earning his reputation as one of the nation's most respected and recognizable actors. [bio]

• Aug. 25 Nicholas A. Peppas

  Renowned Greek chemist and biologist specializing in biomedical engineering and advanced materials research.

• Aug. 25 Alain Claeys

  French politician who served as mayor of Poitiers from 2008 and was a long-standing member of the National Assembly representing the Vienne...

• Aug. 27 Sgt. Slaughter

  Famous American professional wrestler known for his iconic wrestling persona.

• Aug. 29 Robert S. Langer

  Pioneering chemical engineer and MIT professor known for groundbreaking work in drug delivery systems and tissue engineering, with...

• Aug. 30 Lewis Black

  Lewis Black is an American stand-up comedian, author, playwright, social critic, and actor, best known for his angry demeanor and trenchant social commentary delivered in a signature ranting style. [bio]

• Aug. 30 Fred Hampton

  Fred Hampton was a prominent Black Panther Party leader assassinated by Chicago police in 1969, becoming a significant symbol of the civil...

• Aug. 31 Rudolf Schenker

  Founding member and rhythm guitarist of the legendary German rock band Scorpions, known for their global hit songs like 'Wind of Change' and...