Famous people and celebrities born in July 1900

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in July 1900! 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.

• July 2 Tyrone Guthrie

  Renowned British theatre director, producer, and writer who significantly influenced modern theatre practices and international theatre development.

• July 3 Alessandro Blasetti

  Alessandro Blasetti was a prominent Italian film director and critic during the fascist era, known for his influential work in early Italian cinema. He was a pioneering filmmaker who transitioned from law to journalism and filmmaking, releasing the notable film 'Sole' in 1928. Despite some international recognition, his popularity gradually declined over time.

• July 4 Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong

  Louis 'Satchmo' Armstrong was a legendary jazz trumpeter, singer, and bandleader from New Orleans who revolutionized jazz music. He was a pivotal figure in the development of jazz, known for his innovative improvisation and distinctive gravelly voice. His hit 'Hello, Dolly!' became a global sensation.

• July 4 Robert Desnos

  Robert Desnos was a prominent French surrealist poet and resistance fighter during World War II who tragically died in the Theresienstadt concentration camp from exhaustion and malnutrition. He was a key figure in the French avant-garde literary movement and actively resisted Nazi occupation. His poetry and resistance work made him an important cultural and historical figure.

• July 5 Herbert Löhlein

  German astrologer, writer, and author of over 45 books on astrology, including 'Handbook of Astrology' and notable works on stars, fate, and character.

• July 8 George Antheil

  George Antheil was an innovative American composer known for his avant-garde musical style, blending jazz rhythms and mechanical instruments in early 20th-century symphonic compositions. He began studying piano at six and gained recognition during his European tours in the 1920s. Antheil later transitioned to composing film music after moving to the United States.

• July 10 Evelyn Laye

  Prominent English actress known for her performances in musical theatre and light opera during the early 20th century, particularly active in London's vibrant stage scene.

• July 10 Mitchell Parish

  Renowned Lithuanian-American songwriter who made significant contributions to popular music in the mid-20th century, known for composing memorable tunes.

• July 12 Chhabi Biswas

  Prominent Indian actor and director from the Bengali film industry, known for significant contributions to early 20th-century cinema.

• July 13 George Lewis

  Renowned American jazz clarinetist and songwriter known for his significant contributions to traditional jazz music during the mid-20th century.

• July 17 Marcel Dalio

  Marcel Dalio was a renowned French character actor known for his memorable roles in classic films like 'La Grande Illusion' and 'Casablanca', working with legendary directors such as Jean Renoir.

• July 18 Nathalie Sarraute

  Prominent French novelist and essayist, a key figure in the nouveau roman literary movement who explored psychological subtleties and inner experiences through innovative narrative techniques.

• July 19 Charles Barnet "Roscoe" Harvey

  Charles Barnet 'Roscoe' Harvey, also known as Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle, was a prominent American silent film comedian and director who was a significant figure in early Hollywood cinema.

• July 20 Gottfried von Haberler

  Renowned Austrian economist who made significant contributions to international trade theory and economic policy during the mid-20th century.

• July 23 John Babcock

  Last surviving Canadian veteran of World War I, who lived to be 109 years old and symbolized his country's military sacrifice.

• July 24 Zelda Fitzgerald

  Zelda Fitzgerald was a prominent figure of the Jazz Age, known for her vibrant personality, literary talents, and tumultuous relationship with her husband F. Scott Fitzgerald. She was a writer, artist, and cultural icon who embodied the spirit of the 1920s, challenging traditional gender roles and societal norms.

• July 27 Charles Vidor

  Hungarian-American film director known for classic Hollywood films like 'Gilda' and 'Cover Girl', who made significant contributions to cinema during the golden age of Hollywood.

• July 27 Knud

  Danish prince, second son and youngest child of King Christian X and Queen Alexandrine of Mecklenburg-Schwerin.

• July 29 Hermann Esser

  Prominent Nazi Party propaganda chief who played a significant role in the Nazi regime's communication strategy. He was an early member of Hitler's inner circle and held important political positions during the Third Reich.

• July 30 Eyvind Johnson

  Eyvind Johnson was a prominent Swedish modernist novelist and a member of the Swedish Academy. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1974, known for his innovative narrative techniques and profound social commentary.

• July 31 Elmo Roper

  Pioneering American pollster and market researcher who revolutionized public opinion polling in the mid-20th century, establishing the Roper Poll and significantly influencing survey methodology.