Famous people and celebrities born in April 1902

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in April 1902! 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.

• April 2 Rodolphe Peugeot

  A prominent French automotive industrialist who played a crucial role in the Peugeot company's development alongside his brother Jean Pierre, helping transform the family business into a global automotive manufacturer.

• April 3 Reinhard Gehlen

  A prominent Nazi intelligence officer who later became a key figure in West German intelligence during the Cold War, founding the Gehlen Organization which later evolved into the BND (Federal Intelligence Service).

• April 4 Louise de Vilmorin

  Louise de Vilmorin was a prominent French writer and journalist known for her literary contributions and social connections in mid-20th century Paris.

• April 4 Stanley G. Weinbaum

  Stanley G. Weinbaum was an influential early science fiction writer who made significant contributions to the genre before his untimely death at age 33.

• April 6 Julien Torma

  French avant-garde playwright, poet, and writer known for his surrealist and experimental works during the early 20th century literary scene.

• April 8 Marion Mack

  American silent film actress known for her notable roles in early 20th-century cinema, particularly in comedic performances.

• April 8 Andrew Irvine

  British mountaineer who tragically died during the 1924 Mount Everest expedition, becoming a legendary figure in mountaineering history.

• April 9 Théodore Monod

  Renowned French naturalist, explorer, and humanist scholar who dedicated his life to scientific research and environmental conservation. He was a prominent professor at the National Museum of Natural History in Paris and made significant contributions to understanding desert ecosystems and biodiversity.

• April 12 Louis Beel

  Louis Beel was a prominent Dutch politician and academic who served twice as Prime Minister of the Netherlands, playing a significant role in the post-World War II reconstruction period. He was a key figure in the Christian Democratic movement and held several important governmental positions throughout his career.

• April 13 Philippe de Rothschild

  Prominent French wine producer and businessman from the famous Rothschild family, who managed the prestigious Mouton Rothschild vineyard and significantly contributed to Bordeaux wine's global reputation.

• April 13 Marguerite Henry

  Renowned American children's book author who specialized in horse-themed novels, most famous for her book 'Misty of Chincoteague'. Her works inspired generations of young readers and horse enthusiasts.

• April 14 Menachem A

  Menachem Mendel Schneerson was the seventh and last Rebbe of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, a highly influential Jewish spiritual leader who significantly impacted global Jewish life and outreach.

• April 14 Sylvio Mantha

  Sylvio Mantha was a prominent Canadian ice hockey player who played in the early 20th century, making significant contributions as a player, coach, and referee in the National Hockey League (NHL).

• April 15 Fernando Pessa

  Fernando Pessa was a renowned Portuguese journalist and broadcaster who had a long and distinguished career in radio and television. He was known for his extensive reporting and lived to be 100 years old, symbolizing the longevity of his professional impact. His work significantly contributed to Portuguese media history during the 20th century.

• April 18 Menachem Schneerson

  The seventh and final Rebbe of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, a highly influential Hasidic rabbi who transformed Jewish outreach globally and became a significant spiritual leader in the 20th century.

• April 18 Giuseppe Pella

  Prominent Italian Christian Democratic politician who served as the 32nd Prime Minister of Italy from 1953 to 1954, playing a significant role in post-war Italian politics.

• April 20 Donald Wolfit

  Renowned British theatre actor and director known for bringing Shakespeare to wider audiences and performing in numerous films during the mid-20th century. He was a significant figure in British theatre and cinema, with notable performances in films like 'Drake of England' and 'Svengali'. His career is believed to have inspired Albert Finney's character in 'The Dresser'.

• April 23 Halldór Laxness

  Nobel Prize laureate for Icelandic literature, a significant figure in 20th-century Nordic writing.

• April 25 Mary Miles Minter

  Silent film actress known for her roles in early 20th-century American cinema. She was involved in the controversial unsolved murder of director William Desmond Taylor.

• April 28 Johan Borgen

  Johan Borgen was a prominent Norwegian writer, journalist, and literary critic who significantly contributed to 20th-century Scandinavian literature. He was known for his novels, essays, and critical works that explored social and psychological themes. Borgen was an influential figure in Norwegian cultural and literary circles during his lifetime.

• April 30 Theodore Schultz

  Theodore Schultz was a renowned American economist who won the Nobel Prize in Economics for his groundbreaking work on agricultural economics and human capital theory.