Explorers born on October 15

Take a focused look at the explorers born on October 15. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1942 Penny Marshall

  Penny Marshall was an influential American actress, director, and producer. She gained fame as Laverne DeFazio on the sitcom 'Laverne & Shirley' and became one of the first women to direct major Hollywood films, including 'Big' and 'A League of Their Own.' [bio]