Famous people and celebrities born in November 1906

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in November 1906! 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.

• Nov. 2 Luchino Visconti

  Renowned Italian film director and theater director who was a key figure in Italian neorealist cinema. He created landmark films like 'Death in Venice' and 'The Leopard', significantly influencing 20th-century European cinema. His work often explored social themes and historical narratives with profound artistic depth.

• Nov. 4 Stanley Stevens

  Influential American psychologist who established Harvard's psycho-acoustic laboratory and introduced groundbreaking theories in measurement and experimental psychology.

• Nov. 5 Fred Lawrence Whipple

  Fred Whipple was a renowned American astronomer who made significant contributions to understanding comets and developing methods for tracking space objects. He is best known for the 'Whipple Shield', a protective technique used in spacecraft design.

• Nov. 5 George Trevelyan

  A prominent British spiritual educator and founder of the Wrekin Trust, George Trevelyan was a pioneering figure in adult spiritual learning and holistic education. He significantly influenced the New Age movement in the United Kingdom during the mid-20th century.

• Nov. 7 Jean Leray

  Renowned French mathematician known for significant contributions to topology and differential equations, particularly the Leray-Schauder fixed point theorem.

• Nov. 9 Arthur Rudolph

  German rocket scientist who played a significant role in the development of the V-2 rocket during World War II and later worked for NASA in the United States. He was a key figure in the Apollo program and the Saturn V rocket development.

• Nov. 10 Josef Kramer

  Notorious Nazi SS officer and commandant of multiple concentration camps during World War II, including Auschwitz and Bergen-Belsen. He was known as the 'Beast of Belsen' for his brutal treatment of prisoners and was executed for war crimes after the war.

• Nov. 11 Brother Theodore

  Theodore was a renowned German-American monologist and comedian known for his unique, dark, and absurdist performance style. He was a cult figure in New York's avant-garde comedy scene, famous for his intense and philosophical stand-up routines.

• Nov. 13 Hermione Baddeley

  Renowned British character actress known for her memorable roles in television series like 'Maude' and 'The Good Life', with a career spanning several decades in film and theater.

• Nov. 14 Louise Brooks

  Pioneering American actress of the silent film era, Louise Brooks was a cultural icon who revolutionized cinema with her distinctive style and powerful performances in German expressionist films like Pandora's Box.

• Nov. 15 Curtis LeMay

  Influential United States Air Force general who played a crucial role in strategic bombing campaigns during World War II and later served as a vice presidential candidate. He was known for his aggressive military strategies and significant impact on US military doctrine.

• Nov. 16 Henri Charrière

  Henri Charrière was a French writer and convicted criminal famous for his autobiographical book 'Papillon', which detailed his dramatic imprisonment and multiple escape attempts from the French penal colony of Devil's Island. His book was later adapted into a successful film starring Steve McQueen, bringing his extraordinary life story to global attention.

• Nov. 17 Mario Soldati

  Prominent Italian filmmaker, novelist, and journalist who directed nearly 30 films during his career, including the notable 'La Provinciale' in 1953.

• Nov. 18 Soichiro Honda

  Legendary Japanese automotive engineer and founder of Honda Motor Company, who transformed the global automotive and motorcycle industries.

• Nov. 18 Klaus Mann

  Renowned German writer and intellectual, son of Thomas Mann, known for his novel 'Mephisto' and his complex personal life during the Nazi era.

• Nov. 18 George Wald

  MED - American neurobiologist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 1997)

• Nov. 19 Alec Issigonis

  Alec Issigonis was a renowned British automotive engineer who revolutionized car design with the iconic Mini, a compact and innovative vehicle that became a cultural symbol of the 1960s.

• Nov. 24 Andreina Pagnani

  Renowned Italian actress who had a distinguished career in stage, film, and television, particularly known for her comedic performances.

• Nov. 24 António Gedeão

  Portuguese poet, writer, and scientist who wrote under the pseudonym Rómulo de Carvalho. He was a respected chemistry professor and prolific author bridging science and literature.

• Nov. 28 Henry Picard

  Professional American golfer who was a prominent player in the 1930s and 1940s, winning multiple PGA Tour events and known for his smooth swing and consistent play.

• Nov. 30 Olga Worrall

  Renowned American psychic healer and minister from Baltimore who gained scientific credibility through her healing work and published several influential books on psychic phenomena.

• Nov. 30 Andrés Henestrosa

  Prominent Mexican poet, linguist, and politician from Oaxaca who made significant contributions to Mexican literature and political discourse through his writing and public service.

• Nov. 30 John Dickson Carr

  Renowned American mystery writer famous for his intricate detective novels and innovative approach to the locked-room mystery genre.