Famous people and celebrities born in October 1905

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

• Oct. 3 Tekin Arıburun

  Tekin Arıburun was a prominent Turkish soldier and politician who served as the President of Turkey. He played a significant role in Turkish political history during the mid-20th century.

• Oct. 4 Leon Orthel

  Leon Orthel was a 20th-century classical music composer known for his contributions to contemporary musical composition. He lived a long life dedicated to creating musical works, passing away at the age of 79.

• Oct. 5 Harriet MacGibbon

  Harriet MacGibbon was a memorable actress best known for her role as Mrs. Drysdale in the popular TV series 'The Beverly Hillbillies'.

• Oct. 5 John Hoyt

  John Hoyt was an accomplished American actor known for his distinctive roles in film and television. He passed away in 1991 from lung cancer at the age of 87.

• Oct. 6 Helen Wills

  Legendary American tennis player and painter who dominated women's tennis in the 1920s and 1930s, winning eight Wimbledon singles titles and numerous other championships.

• Oct. 7 Andy Devine

  Prominent American character actor known for his distinctive raspy voice, who appeared in numerous Western films and television shows during the mid-20th century.

• Oct. 7 Helen Wills Moody

  Legendary American tennis player who dominated women's tennis in the 1920s and 1930s, winning multiple Grand Slam titles and Olympic medals.

• Oct. 11 Jean-Marie Villot

  A prominent French cardinal who held several high-ranking positions in the Roman Catholic Church, including Vatican Secretary of State from 1969 to 1979 and Camerlengo during the same period. He played a significant role in the Church's leadership during a transformative era of the late 20th century.

• Oct. 13 Yves Allégret

  Prominent French film director known for his film noir works and for being the first husband of actress Simone Signoret.

• Oct. 14 Ruth Bernhard

  Renowned photographer known for her elegant and minimalist black and white images, particularly her iconic nude and still life photographs. She was a significant figure in 20th-century art photography and a pioneer in modernist visual aesthetics.

• Oct. 15 C. P. Snow

  Charles Percy Snow was a renowned British novelist, scientist, and intellectual who bridged the gap between science and humanities through his influential writings and lectures.

• Oct. 17 Jean Arthur

  Renowned Hollywood actress of the Golden Age, famous for her roles in classic films like 'Mr. Smith Goes to Washington' and 'Shane', known for her distinctive voice and comedic timing.

• Oct. 17 Leopoldo Benites

  Ecuadorian diplomat who served as the 28th President of the United Nations General Assembly, contributing significantly to international diplomacy in the mid-20th century.

• Oct. 17 Franco Albini

  Influential Italian architect and designer who was a key figure in the Italian Rationalist movement, known for his innovative and minimalist architectural and industrial design approach.

• Oct. 18 Félix Houphouët-Boigny

  First president of Côte d'Ivoire who played a crucial role in the country's independence and post-colonial political landscape. He led the nation from 1960 to 1993, making him one of Africa's longest-serving political leaders.

• Oct. 18 Jan Gies

  Dutch resistance hero who helped hide Anne Frank and her family during the Nazi occupation. His courageous actions were crucial in preserving the Frank family's story during the Holocaust.

• Oct. 18 Roland Toutain

  French actor and stuntman known for his memorable role in Jean Renoir's classic film 'La Règle du Jeu'. He was a versatile performer in early to mid-20th century French cinema.

• Oct. 22 Joseph Kosma

  Joseph Kosma was a renowned Hungarian-French composer and pianist who made significant contributions to 20th-century classical and film music. He collaborated with notable French filmmakers and was known for his innovative musical compositions. Kosma's work bridged classical and contemporary musical styles.

• Oct. 22 Karl Jansky

  Karl Jansky was a pioneering radio astronomer from Czechoslovakia who made a groundbreaking discovery of cosmic radio emissions in 1932. His work laid the foundation for radio astronomy and helped scientists understand the electromagnetic signals from space. Jansky's discovery was crucial in developing our understanding of the universe.

• Oct. 22 Constance Bennett

  Constance Bennett was a prominent Hollywood actress of the 1930s and 1940s, famous for her roles in comedy and drama films. She was particularly notable for her performances in the 'Topper' supernatural comedy series and her role in 'Madame X'. Bennett was also known for her multiple marriages, including one to actor Gilbert Roland.

• Oct. 23 Gertrude Ederle

  Gertrude Ederle was a pioneering American competitive swimmer who made history by becoming the first woman to swim across the English Channel in 1926, breaking gender barriers in long-distance swimming.

• Oct. 24 Felix Bloch

  Renowned physicist who made groundbreaking contributions to quantum mechanics and solid-state physics, winning the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1952.

• Oct. 28 Tatyana Ehrenfest

  Prominent Dutch mathematician known for her significant contributions to mathematical physics and statistical mechanics. She was part of a notable scientific family and worked closely with renowned physicists of her time.