Famous people and celebrities born in July 1911

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in July 1911! 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 1 Sergey Sokolov

  Prominent Soviet military commander and politician who served as the 6th Minister of Defence of the Soviet Union, with a significant role in military leadership during the Cold War era.

• July 1 Czeslaw Milosz

  Renowned Polish poet, diplomat, and writer who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1980, known for his profound literary works exploring themes of history, politics, and human experience.

• July 2 Reg Parnell

  British racing driver and team manager who was prominent in Formula One racing during the 1950s and early 1960s. He competed in several Grand Prix events and later managed racing teams.

• July 2 Diego Fabbri

  Significant Italian playwright, film director, and producer known for creating theatrical works with profound religious themes that often challenged ecclesiastical perspectives.

• July 3 Ernesto Sabato

  Renowned Argentine writer, physicist, and painter who was a pivotal figure in Latin American literature, winning numerous prestigious literary awards.

• July 4 Mitch Miller

  Renowned American music producer, conductor, and television personality who was famous for his sing-along music and television show in the 1950s and 1960s.

• July 6 LaVerne Andrews

  Member of the legendary Andrews Sisters, a close harmony singing group that sold over 75 million records. Known for iconic hits like 'Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy', they were pioneers in swing and early rhythm and blues music.

• July 6 Georges Pompidou

  Prominent French statesman who served as President of France from 1969 to 1974. A key political figure who succeeded Charles de Gaulle and played a significant role in shaping modern French politics.

• July 7 Gian Carlo Menotti

  Renowned Italian-American composer who significantly influenced 20th-century opera, creating innovative works that bridged traditional and contemporary styles. He was a Pulitzer Prize winner known for operas like 'Amahl and the Night Visitors' and 'The Consul'.

• July 9 Mervyn Peake

  Renowned British writer, artist, and illustrator best known for the 'Gormenghast' fantasy trilogy. He was a multi-talented creative who suffered from encephalitis in his later years. His unique literary and artistic works have significantly influenced fantasy literature.

• July 9 John Wheeler

  Prominent physicist who made significant contributions to nuclear fission research. His work was crucial in understanding nuclear physics during the mid-20th century.

• July 10 John Archibald Wheeler

  Renowned theoretical physicist who made significant contributions to nuclear physics, quantum mechanics, and relativity theory, known for his work on nuclear fission and the Manhattan Project.

• July 10 Cootie Williams

  Influential jazz trumpeter and bandleader known for his work with Duke Ellington and significant contributions to swing and big band music during the mid-20th century.

• July 14 Terry-Thomas

  Iconic British comedy actor known for his distinctive gap-toothed smile and upper-class buffoon characters in mid-20th century films. He was a prominent figure in British comedy, starring in numerous comedies and becoming a cultural symbol of comedic aristocratic characters.

• July 15 Edward Shackleton

  British politician and geographer who served as Baron Shackleton and Secretary of State for Air, contributing significantly to British political and academic spheres during the mid-20th century.

• July 16 Ginger Rogers

  Legendary Hollywood dancer and actress who formed an iconic partnership with Fred Astaire, revolutionizing dance in cinema during the Golden Age. She won an Academy Award for Best Actress in 1940 for her role in 'Kitty Foyle' and starred in numerous memorable musical films.

• July 17 John Lautner

  Renowned modernist architect known for his innovative and organic architectural designs, particularly in California.

• July 18 Hume Cronyn

  Renowned Canadian-American actor, producer, and screenwriter known for his extensive work in film, television, and theater, often collaborating with his wife Jessica Tandy.

• July 20 Mireille Balin

  French film actress and fashion model of the 1930s, whose life was dramatically impacted by World War II, including her controversial relationship with a German soldier.

• July 21 Marshall McLuhan

  Renowned Canadian media theorist who coined influential concepts like 'the medium is the message' and profoundly shaped understanding of media and technology's impact on society.

• July 26 Leo Guild

  Leo Guild was a versatile American writer known for his work in fiction, non-fiction, and paperback genres. He worked as a columnist for the Hollywood Reporter and served as a public representative at Warner Brothers Studios. Guild authored the book 'Hollywood Screwballs' in 1962, offering insights into the entertainment industry.

• July 29 Foster Furcolo

  Foster Furcolo was an American lawyer and politician who served as the 60th Governor of Massachusetts, making significant contributions to state politics during his tenure.