Famous people and celebrities born in June 1907

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

• June 1 Frank Whittle

  Sir Frank Whittle was a pioneering British aerospace engineer and pilot who invented the turbojet engine, revolutionizing aviation technology during World War II. His groundbreaking work fundamentally transformed military and civilian aircraft design in the 20th century.

• June 2 Dorothy West

  Dorothy West was a prominent African American writer of the Harlem Renaissance, known for her novels and short stories exploring Black life and culture in the early 20th century.

• June 4 Rosalind Russell

  Renowned Hollywood actress of the Golden Age, famous for her sophisticated comedic roles and memorable performances in classic films like 'Picnic' and 'Auntie Mame'.

• June 5 Rudolf Peieris

  Rudolf Peierls was a renowned theoretical physicist who made significant contributions to nuclear physics and the Manhattan Project during World War II.

• June 5 Jacques Roumain

  A prominent Haitian writer known for his influential works in literature and his contributions to Haitian cultural and political movements.

• June 6 Bill Dickey

  Bill Dickey was a legendary New York Yankees catcher who played from 1928 to 1946, known for his exceptional defensive skills and crucial role in the team's dynasty. He was a key member of the Yankees' most successful era, helping the team win multiple World Series championships. Dickey was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1954.

• June 8 Georges Speicher

  Renowned French professional cyclist who won the Tour de France in 1933 and the World Road Race Championships in the same year, marking a significant achievement in cycling history.

• June 12 Paul Mellon

  Prominent American art collector, philanthropist, and heir to the Mellon banking and oil fortune who significantly contributed to art museums and cultural institutions across the United States.

• June 15 Rene Char

  Renowned French poet, resistance fighter, and key figure in the surrealist movement, known for his powerful and lyrical poetry.

• June 15 James Robertson Justice

  Prominent British character actor known for comedic roles in medical films and British cinema, particularly in the 'Doctor' film series during the 1950s and 1960s.

• June 16 Jack Albertson

  Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor best known for his role in the TV series 'Chico and the Man' and his memorable performance in the film 'Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory'.

• June 17 Charles Eames

  Iconic American designer who revolutionized mid-20th century architecture and furniture design, creating groundbreaking pieces that blended functionality, innovation, and aesthetic beauty.

• June 17 Maurice Cloche

  Accomplished French filmmaker who won prestigious awards, including an Oscar for his film 'Monsieur Vincent' in 1947, marking a significant achievement in international cinema.

• June 18 Varlam Shalamov

  Renowned Russian writer and gulag survivor who wrote powerful literary works documenting the harsh realities of Soviet labor camps. His 'Kolyma Tales' are considered masterpieces of 20th-century literature.

• June 21 Gitta Mallasz

  Hungarian artist and spiritual writer who documented extraordinary spiritual dialogues during World War II. Her book 'Talking with Angels' is a significant mystical text that recounts transcendent communications she experienced. Mallasz was known for her artistic work and her profound spiritual insights during a tumultuous historical period.

• June 22 Mike Todd

  Legendary American film producer known for producing the epic film 'Around the World in 80 Days' and being married to actress Elizabeth Taylor. He tragically died in a plane crash in 1958.

• June 23 James E. Meade

  Nobel Prize laureate for their pathbreaking contribution to the theory of international trade and international capital movements

• June 23 Dercy Gonçalves

  Renowned Brazilian comedian and actress who had an extraordinary career spanning several decades, known for her bold and irreverent humor style that challenged social norms.

• June 24 Arseny Tarkovsky

  Renowned Russian poet and literary translator who significantly influenced 20th-century Soviet poetry. He was the father of famous film director Andrei Tarkovsky.

• June 25 J Hans D Jensen Germany

  Renowned German physicist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1963 for his groundbreaking work on atomic nuclei, making significant contributions to nuclear physics.

• June 25 J. Hans D. Jensen

  PHY - German physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1907)

• June 27 John McIntire

  American character actor known for prominent roles in classic Western television series like 'Wagon Train' and 'The Virginian', as well as the police drama 'Naked City'.

• June 28 Paul-Emile Victor

  Renowned French explorer and ethnologist who led groundbreaking arctic expeditions and significantly contributed to scientific understanding of polar regions.

• June 28 Maurice Novarina

  Distinguished French architect known for innovative religious architecture, particularly the Notre-Dame de Toute Grâce church and his membership in the Académie des Beaux-Arts.

• June 30 Roman Shukhevych

  Ukrainian military and political leader who was a prominent figure in the Ukrainian Insurgent Army during World War II and the resistance against Soviet occupation. He was a key leader of the Ukrainian nationalist movement and fought for Ukrainian independence.