Famous people and celebrities born in October 1904

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in October 1904! 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.

• Oct. 1 Vladimir Horowitz

  Legendary Ukrainian-born classical pianist considered one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century, renowned for his virtuosic technique and interpretations.

• Oct. 1 Otto Robert Frisch

  Renowned Austrian-British physicist who made significant contributions to nuclear physics and was part of the Manhattan Project during World War II.

• Oct. 1 Hermann Ehlers

  German politician who served as President of the Bundestag from October 19, 1950 to October 29, 1954, playing a significant role in post-war German parliamentary democracy.

• Oct. 2 Graham Greene

  Graham Greene was a prolific British novelist, known for his complex moral and political narratives. He was a significant literary figure of the 20th century, with numerous works adapted into films. His contributions to literature earned him international recognition, including the French Legion d'Honneur.

• Oct. 2 Lal Bahadur Shashtri

  Lal bahadur shashtri was the second prime minister of india, known for his leadership during the indo-pakistani war of 1965 and the promotion of the white revolution.

• Oct. 2 Umberto Sacripanti

  Italy actor

• Oct. 3 Charles J. Pedersen

  Nobel Prize laureate for their development and use of molecules with structure-specific interactions of high selectivity

• Oct. 3 Charles Pedersen United Kingdom

  Renowned biochemist who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1987 for his groundbreaking work on crown ethers and their role in chemical synthesis.

• Oct. 7 Chuck Klein

  Chuck Klein was a legendary Philadelphia Phillies outfielder who was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. He was a prolific home run hitter during the late 1920s and early 1930s, known for his exceptional batting skills.

• Oct. 12 Lester Dent

  Prolific pulp fiction writer best known for creating the adventure character Doc Savage, a pioneering figure in the adventure genre.

• Oct. 12 Ding Ling

  Prominent Chinese feminist writer and socialist realist author who played a crucial role in 20th-century Chinese literature.

• Oct. 12 Henri Guisol

  French actor active in the mid-20th century theatrical and film scene.

• Oct. 13 Wilfred Pickles

  Wilfred Pickles was a notable British actor and broadcaster known for his roles in comedy and entertainment during the mid-20th century.

• Oct. 14 Christian Pineau

  Christian Pineau was a prominent French politician during the Fourth Republic, serving as Minister of Foreign Affairs and briefly as Prime Minister in 1955. He played a significant role in post-World War II French politics.

• Oct. 15 James Hutchison

  Scottish business leader who served as chairman of British Oxygen Company, with significant experience as a chartered accountant and corporate director.

• Oct. 18 A. J. Liebling

  A. J. Liebling was a renowned American journalist and writer known for his witty and insightful reporting, particularly for The New Yorker magazine during the mid-20th century.

• Oct. 20 Tommy Douglas

  Influential Canadian politician who served as the 7th Premier of Saskatchewan and is widely recognized as the father of universal healthcare in Canada.

• Oct. 20 Tommy Clement Douglas

  Canadian politician known for his significant political career and contributions to Canadian politics.

• Oct. 21 Patrick Kavanagh

  Renowned Irish poet and novelist famous for his powerful work 'The Great Hunger' and his significant contributions to Irish literature in the mid-20th century.

• Oct. 21 Edmond [Moore] Hamilton

  American science fiction writer known for pioneering space opera novels and contributing significantly to the early pulp science fiction genre.

• Oct. 22 Constance Bennett

  Prominent Hollywood actress of the 1930s and 1940s, known for her glamorous roles in romantic comedies and dramas during the Golden Age of cinema.

• Oct. 24 Moss Hart

  Renowned American playwright and theater director who significantly contributed to Broadway's golden age, collaborating with George S. Kaufman and winning multiple awards.

• Oct. 25 Bill Tytla

  Pioneering Ukrainian-American animator who significantly contributed to Disney's early animated films, known for his expressive character animations.

• Oct. 25 Cemal Reşit Rey

  Renowned Turkish pianist, composer, and conductor who played a significant role in developing modern Turkish classical music.