Famous people and celebrities born in February 1907

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 1907! 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.

• Feb. 1 Günter Eich

  Günter Eich was a prominent German writer known for his significant contributions to post-war German literature, particularly in radio plays and poetry. He was a key figure in the Gruppe 47 literary movement and is considered one of the most important German poets of the 20th century.

• Feb. 1 Camargo Guarnieri

  Mozart Camargo Guarnieri was a renowned Brazilian classical composer and conductor who significantly influenced Brazilian art music. He was a key figure in the nationalist movement of Brazilian classical music during the 20th century.

• Feb. 3 James Michener

  Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist known for epic historical fiction works like 'Tales of the South Pacific' and 'Chesapeake'. He wrote extensively about different regions of the United States, blending historical research with compelling storytelling.

• Feb. 4 Otto Ohlendorf

  Nazi SS leader and head of Einsatzgruppen responsible for mass killings of Jews and other groups in Eastern Europe during the Holocaust. He was a key figure in implementing the Nazi regime's genocidal policies.

• Feb. 4 James Patrick

  Renowned Scottish landscape painter known for his exceptional artistic contributions to traditional Scottish art. His painting "Tay Bridge from My Studio Window" is considered a significant work in Scottish art history.

• Feb. 5 Pierre Pflimlin

  Prominent French politician who served as Prime Minister during the critical transition of the Fourth French Republic in 1958. He was also the long-serving mayor of Strasbourg from 1959 to 1983.

• Feb. 5 Hans Bender

  German parapsychologist, psychologist and physiologist. he wrote about esp, psychokinesis and mediumship as well as spontaneous phenomena, spiritual healing, and parapsychology. he was married with three children.

• Feb. 5 Norton Simon

  Influential American entrepreneur and art collector who transformed a small business into a massive international conglomerate. He was known for his exceptional business acumen and passion for art, building a significant private art collection.

• Feb. 9 Harold Scott MacDonald Coxeter

  Renowned mathematician known for his groundbreaking work in geometry and polyhedra, Coxeter was a highly respected academic who made significant contributions to mathematical research.

• Feb. 9 Trường Chinh

  Prominent Vietnamese communist politician who played a crucial role in Vietnam's political landscape during the mid-20th century, serving as a key leader in the country's revolutionary movement.

• Feb. 11 William Lewitt

  Pioneering American builder who revolutionized housing construction through innovative assembly-line methods, particularly known for developing affordable housing in Levittown after World War II.

• Feb. 11 Caio Prado

  Influential Brazilian Marxist historian who critically reshaped historiographic approaches, challenging traditional interpretations of Brazilian historical development.

• Feb. 12 André Cauvin

  Belgian documentary film director who directed five films between 1939 and 1955, with his 1952 film 'Bongolo' winning at the Cannes Film Festival in 1953.

• Feb. 14 Johnny Longden

  Legendary horse racing jockey and trainer who had a remarkable career in American horse racing, known for his significant achievements and longevity in the sport.

• Feb. 15 Cesar Romero

  Cuban-American actor famous for playing the Joker in the 1960s Batman TV series and appearing in numerous films like Falcon Crest. He was a prominent Hollywood character actor with a distinctive mustache.

• Feb. 15 Jean Langlais

  Renowned French blind organist and composer who was an influential musician in 20th-century classical music. He studied under notable composers Marcel Dupré and Paul Dukas and served as organist at the Saint-Clotilde church in Paris.

• Feb. 16 Fernando Previtali

  Prominent Italian conductor and composer who made significant contributions to classical music during the mid-20th century.

• Feb. 20 Nadine Conner

  Renowned American soprano who performed in significant opera productions, including roles in 'Carmen' and as Pamina in 'The Magic Flute'.

• Feb. 21 W H Auden

  W.H. Auden was a renowned Anglo-American poet and one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. He won the Pulitzer Prize for his landmark work 'The Age of Anxiety' and significantly shaped modern poetry through his intellectual and socially engaged verse.

• Feb. 22 Robert Young

  Iconic American television actor known for starring in 'Father Knows Best' and 'Marcus Welby, M.D.', who struggled with personal challenges including depression and alcoholism.

• Feb. 25 Sabahattin Ali

  Prominent Turkish writer known for his critical social realism and significant contributions to modern Turkish literature. He was a journalist, novelist, and poet who challenged political oppression through his works. Ali was tragically murdered, likely due to his political views.

• Feb. 26 Dub Taylor

  Dub Taylor was a prolific character actor who appeared in over 250 films, particularly famous for his comedic roles in Western movies and his distinctive character performances spanning several decades of Hollywood cinema.

• Feb. 27 Mildred Bailey

  Mildred Bailey was a pioneering jazz singer known for her distinctive vocal style and significant influence on early swing and popular music during the 1930s and 1940s.

• Feb. 28 Milton Caniff

  Renowned American comic strip artist famous for creating 'Terry and the Pirates' and 'Steve Canyon', who significantly influenced the adventure comic genre in the mid-20th century.