Famous people and celebrities born in July 1905

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in July 1905! 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 Jean-Rene Lacoste

  Legendary French tennis player and businessman who revolutionized sportswear by creating the iconic Lacoste polo shirt with the famous crocodile logo, inspired by his tennis nickname 'The Crocodile'.

• July 4 Lionel Trilling

  Prominent American literary critic and professor at Columbia University, known for his influential work in literary criticism and cultural analysis.

• July 5 Myles Horton

  Prominent American educator and civil rights activist who founded the Highlander Folk School, a critical institution in the civil rights movement that trained many key activists and leaders.

• July 6 Juan O'Gorman

  Juan O'Gorman was a prominent Mexican painter and architect known for his innovative murals and functionalist architectural designs. He was closely associated with Diego Rivera and the Mexican muralist movement of the early 20th century. O'Gorman is particularly famous for designing the studio-houses of Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo in Mexico City.

• July 9 Clarence Campbell

  Clarence Campbell was a significant figure in Canadian hockey, serving as president of the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1946 to 1977. He was instrumental in expanding the league and managing its growth during a critical period of professional hockey development. Campbell is remembered for his strong leadership and significant contributions to the sport.

• July 10 Mildred Benson

  American journalist and author best known for writing many of the early Nancy Drew mystery novels under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene.

• July 15 Dorothy Fields

  Pioneering American lyricist and songwriter who wrote lyrics for numerous Broadway musicals and Hollywood films, collaborating with legendary composers like Jerome Kern and Irving Berlin.

• July 20 Molly Mary Nesta Keane

  Irish novelist and playwright known for her witty and insightful works exploring Anglo-Irish society in the early to mid-20th century.

• July 21 David Kennedy

  Prominent American political and business leader who served as Secretary of the Treasury under President Nixon and later as the United States Permanent Representative to NATO. He was also a significant business executive during the 1950s and 1960s.

• July 21 Miguel Mihura Santos

  Versatile Spanish creative professional who excelled as a screenwriter, journalist, cartoonist, and playwright, contributing significantly to Spanish cultural arts in the mid-20th century.

• July 22 Edmundo Garcia

  United States Navy Rear Admiral who played a significant role in World War II, commanding USS Sloat (DE-245) and participating in critical invasions in North Africa, Sicily, and France.

• July 26 Elias Canetti

  Nobel Prize-winning Bulgarian-born writer and intellectual who wrote in German, known for his novel 'Auto-da-Fé' and profound sociological insights.

• July 27 Leo Durocher

  Legendary baseball manager and coach who led the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants during a notable career in Major League Baseball. He was a prominent figure in baseball's golden era and known for his competitive spirit.

• July 29 Clara Bow

  Clara Bow was an iconic American actress of the silent film era, known as the 'It Girl' and a major Hollywood star of the 1920s. She was incredibly popular during the silent film period, starring in numerous one-reel films and defining the flapper culture.

• July 29 Thelma Todd

  Thelma Todd was a talented American actress and comedian of the early Hollywood era, known for her comedic roles in numerous films during the 1920s and 1930s.

• July 29 Dag Hammarskjöld

  Dag Hammarskjöld was a renowned Swedish diplomat who served as the second Secretary-General of the United Nations. He was a Nobel Prize laureate known for his significant contributions to international diplomacy and peacekeeping efforts.

• July 29 Dag Hjalmar Agne Carl Hammarskjöld

  Nobel Prize laureate for developing the UN into an effective and constructive international organization, capable of giving life to the principles and aims expressed in the UN Charter

• July 29 Stanley Kunitz

  Stanley Kunitz was a distinguished American poet who won the Pulitzer Prize for his exceptional poetry. He was a significant figure in 20th-century American literature.

• July 29 Pierre Braunberger

  Pierre Braunberger was a French film producer and executive producer who played a significant role in the French cinema industry.

• July 30 Jeanne-Marie Darré

  Jeanne-Marie Darré was a renowned French classical pianist known for her exceptional technical skill and interpretations of complex piano works.