Famous people and celebrities born in February 1901

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 1901! 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.

• Feb. 1 Clark Gable

  Legendary Hollywood actor known as 'the king of Hollywood', Clark Gable was a prominent male star who won an Oscar for 'It Happened One Night' and famously played Rhett Butler in 'Gone with the Wind'. His career spanned from Broadway to iconic film roles in the 1930s and 1940s.

• Feb. 2 Jascha Heifetz

  Jascha Heifetz was a legendary Lithuanian-American violinist considered one of the greatest classical musicians of the 20th century. He revolutionized violin performance with his extraordinary technical precision and emotional depth. His prodigious talent was evident from childhood, making him a global sensation by his early teens.

• Feb. 6 Nino Besozzi

  Prominent Italian film actor who appeared in 54 films between 1931 and 1970, contributing significantly to Italian cinema of the mid-20th century.

• Feb. 7 Arnold Nordmeyer

  New Zealand politician who served as the 30th Minister of Finance, playing a significant role in the country's economic policy during the mid-20th century.

• Feb. 8 Roger Conti

  Roger Conti was a renowned French billiards player and trainer who made significant contributions to the sport. He became a professional at 19 and achieved remarkable feats, including a record 1,224 point series in 1948 and winning a world tournament in 1938. Conti was also known for training three world champions.

• Feb. 9 Brian Donlevy

  Prominent American actor of Irish descent known for his roles in classic films, particularly in film noir and western genres during the mid-20th century.

• Feb. 10 Stella Adler

  Stella Adler was a pioneering American actress and acting teacher who significantly influenced modern acting techniques. She was a key member of the Group Theatre and trained many famous actors, including Marlon Brando. Her acting school and method became foundational in American dramatic arts.

• Feb. 13 Paul Lazarsfeld

  Renowned Austrian-American sociologist and pioneer in communication research, known for his groundbreaking work in social science methodology and media studies.

• Feb. 16 Chester Morris

  Chester Morris was a prominent American actor known for his roles in films during the 1930s and 1940s, particularly in the Boston Blackie detective film series.

• Feb. 16 Reinhold Ebertin

  Reinhold Ebertin was a pioneering German astrologer who developed cosmobiology, a scientific approach to astrology, and authored numerous influential books on the subject.

• Feb. 16 Wayne King

  Wayne King was a renowned American saxophonist, songwriter, and big band leader known as the 'Waltz King' for his popular dance music during the swing era.

• Feb. 19 Florence Green

  Florence Green was the last surviving veteran of World War I, serving in the Royal Air Force Women's Royal Air Force during the conflict. She lived an extraordinary life spanning over 110 years.

• Feb. 20 Louis Kahn

  Iconic American architect renowned for his monumental and innovative designs, including the Salk Institute, Kimbell Art Museum, and Bangladesh Parliament Building.

• Feb. 20 Henry Eyring

  Renowned physical chemist who developed the transition state theory explaining chemical reaction kinetics, making fundamental contributions to chemical physics.

• Feb. 20 René Dubos

  Influential French-American microbiologist, environmentalist, and author who won the Pulitzer Prize for his groundbreaking work on human ecology and health.

• Feb. 20 Muhammad Naguib

  Egyptian military officer and political leader who became Egypt's first president after the 1952 revolution, playing a crucial role in overthrowing the monarchy.

• Feb. 21 Pierre Lewden

  French Olympic high jumper who competed in three consecutive Olympic Games from 1920 to 1928, representing France in track and field athletics during the early 20th century.

• Feb. 22 Mildred Davis

  Silent film actress known for comedy films, particularly her work with Harold Lloyd in the 1920s. She appeared in numerous comedic shorts and was a prominent figure in early Hollywood cinema.

• Feb. 22 Stefan Lorant

  Hungarian-American pioneering filmmaker, photographer, and author who made significant contributions to early photojournalism and cinema. He worked across multiple European cities and was known for his innovative approach to visual storytelling.

• Feb. 23 Federico Chabod

  Federico Chabod was a prominent Italian historian specializing in political thought and Renaissance studies. He made significant contributions to historical methodology by integrating French social history techniques with traditional narrative approaches. His scholarly work on Machiavelli and regional historical archives established him as an important intellectual figure of the early 20th century.

• Feb. 25 Zeppo Marx

  Zeppo Marx was the youngest of the famous Marx Brothers comedy team, known for his supporting roles in their early comedy films and later working as a theatrical agent and businessman.

• Feb. 25 [Herbert] Zeppo Marx New York City

  Zeppo Marx was the youngest of the famous Marx Brothers comedy team, known for his supporting roles in their early comedy films and later working as a theatrical agent and businessman.

• Feb. 26 Dwight Wilson

  Canadian World War I veteran who lived an exceptionally long life, being one of the last surviving veterans of the First World War. He witnessed significant historical changes throughout the 20th century.

• Feb. 27 Marino Marini

  Marino Marini was a renowned Italian sculptor and artist known for his innovative sculptures of horses and riders, incorporating archaic Greek and Etruscan influences. He taught at Villa Reale School of Art in Monza and created notable portrait busts, including a famous one of Igor Stravinsky. A dedicated artist, he has a museum dedicated to his work in Milan.

• Feb. 28 Linus Pauling

  Renowned American chemist and Nobel laureate who won Nobel Prizes in Chemistry (1954) and Peace (1962). A Stanford University professor known for groundbreaking scientific research and advocacy for vitamin C's health benefits. His interdisciplinary work significantly impacted chemistry, quantum mechanics, and molecular biology.