Famous people and celebrities born in January 1902

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in January 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.

Jan. 1 Hans von Dohnányi
German jurist and prominent resistance member who actively opposed the Nazi regime, ultimately executed for his involvement in the July 20 plot to assassinate Hitler.
Jan. 4 John A. McCone
John A. McCone was a prominent American intelligence official who served as the 6th Director of Central Intelligence during the Cold War era, playing a crucial role in national security and intelligence operations.
Jan. 5 Hubert Beuve-Méry
Influential French journalist who founded and led the prestigious newspaper Le Monde, significantly impacting French media and journalism.
Jan. 5 Stella Gibbons
British author best known for her satirical novel 'Cold Comfort Farm', a landmark work of comic literature published in 1932.
Jan. 8 Carl Rogers
Carl Rogers was a prominent humanistic psychologist who developed client-centered therapy, revolutionizing psychological counseling by emphasizing empathy, unconditional positive regard, and personal growth.
Jan. 8 Georgy Malenkov
Georgy Malenkov was a Soviet politician who briefly served as First Secretary of the Communist Party and Premier of the Soviet Union after Stalin's death.
Jan. 9 Josemaria Escriva
Spanish Roman Catholic priest who founded Opus Dei, a personal prelature dedicated to spreading the message of finding holiness in everyday life and professional work. He was canonized as a saint by Pope John Paul II in 2002.
Jan. 9 Rudolf Bing
Renowned Austrian-born British opera manager who significantly influenced classical music administration in the mid-20th century. He served as the general manager of the Metropolitan Opera in New York and played a crucial role in developing international opera performances.
Jan. 11 Maurice Duruflé
Maurice Duruflé was a renowned French organist, composer, and musician who made significant contributions to sacred and classical music. He studied at the Paris Conservatoire, winning multiple first prizes in various musical disciplines. His career was marked by his exceptional skills as an organist and his compositions for organ and choral works.
Jan. 12 Ibn Abdul-Aziz Saud
King of Saudi Arabia who played a crucial role in the founding and consolidation of the modern Saudi state. He was a powerful monarch who unified the Arabian Peninsula and established the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1932.
Jan. 14 Alfred Tarski
Renowned Polish-American logician and mathematician who made fundamental contributions to mathematical logic, semantics, and set theory. He is considered one of the most significant logicians of the 20th century.
Jan. 15 Nâzım Hikmet
Renowned Turkish poet, playwright, and novelist who is considered one of the most significant figures in modern Turkish literature, known for his revolutionary and humanist poetry.
Jan. 15 Abd al-Aziz ibn Abd al-Rahman al-Faisal al-Saud
Founder of Saudi Arabia and the first king of the modern Saudi state, who unified the Arabian Peninsula and established the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1932.
Jan. 15 King Saud
Second king of Saudi Arabia who ruled from 1953 to 1964, succeeding his father King Abdulaziz and playing a significant role in the country's early modern development.
Jan. 15 Saud of
Second king of Saudi Arabia who ruled from 1953 to 1964, succeeding his father King Abdulaziz and playing a significant role in the country's early modern development.
Jan. 16 Eric Liddell
Scottish Olympic gold medalist and missionary who became famous for refusing to run on Sunday during the 1924 Paris Olympics, later serving as a missionary in China and dying in a Japanese internment camp during World War II.
Jan. 19 Marjorie Daw
Marjorie Daw was a prominent American actress who made significant contributions to the silent film industry during the early 20th century, appearing in numerous motion pictures that captured the essence of the era.
Jan. 24 Oskar Morgenstern
Oskar Morgenstern was a prominent German-American economist known for his groundbreaking work in game theory and economic research. He co-authored the seminal book 'Theory of Games and Economic Behavior' with John von Neumann, which revolutionized economic thinking.
Jan. 24 Jean Fayard
Jean Fayard was a distinguished French journalist and writer who won the prestigious Prix Goncourt for journalism in 1931. He was also the director of Editions Fayard, an important French publishing house.
Jan. 25 André Beaufre
French military strategist and NATO chief of staff who was a prominent army general known for his strategic thinking and military history expertise.
Jan. 26 Menno ter Braak
Prominent Dutch modernist author and intellectual who was a significant literary critic and essayist in the interwar period.
Jan. 30 Nikolaus Pevsner
Nikolaus Pevsner was a renowned art and architectural historian who revolutionized the understanding of British architectural heritage through his comprehensive county guides. His seminal work, The Buildings of England, remains a definitive reference for architectural scholars and enthusiasts. Pevsner's scholarly contributions significantly influenced architectural research and preservation in the 20th century.
Jan. 31 Tallulah Bankhead
Iconic American actress known for her powerful stage performances and flamboyant personality. She was a prominent figure in theater and film during the early to mid-20th century. Her autobiography 'Tallulah' provided insights into her remarkable life and career.
Jan. 31 Alva Myrdal
Renowned Swedish diplomat, politician, and social scientist who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her significant contributions to international peace and disarmament efforts.