Famous people and celebrities born in February 1913

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 1913! 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. 2 Masanobu Fukuoka
Renowned Japanese farmer, philosopher, and author who developed the 'natural farming' method, emphasizing minimal human intervention in agriculture.
Feb. 2 Georges Guingouin
French Resistance leader and politician from Limousin region, known for his significant role in fighting Nazi occupation during World War II.
Feb. 4 Rosa Parks
Rosa Parks was a pivotal civil rights activist who sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott by refusing to give up her bus seat to a white passenger in 1955. Her courageous act became a defining moment in the American civil rights movement, challenging racial segregation and inspiring widespread social change.
Feb. 6 Mary Leakey
Renowned English-Kenyan archaeologist and paleoanthropologist who made significant contributions to human origins research in East Africa.
Feb. 13 Giuseppe Dossetti
Prominent Italian Catholic intellectual, politician, and priest who played a significant role in Italy's post-war reconstruction and religious studies. He was a key member of the Italian Resistance during World War II and later dedicated his life to religious scholarship and contemplation.
Feb. 13 Khalid of
King of Saudi Arabia who ruled from 1975 to 1982, succeeding his half-brother King Faisal.
Feb. 14 Jimmy Hoffa
Powerful and controversial labor union leader who transformed the Teamsters Union, dramatically improving workers' wages and becoming a significant figure in American labor history. His mysterious disappearance in 1975 remains an unsolved mystery.
Feb. 14 Woody Hayes
Legendary Ohio State University football coach known for his intense, passionate coaching style and remarkable success. He was a transformative figure in college football, winning multiple championships and earning national recognition.
Feb. 14 Mel Allen
Iconic sportscaster who became synonymous with baseball broadcasting, particularly for the New York Yankees. He was known for his distinctive voice and memorable play-by-play commentary.
Feb. 14 James Pike
Prominent Episcopal Church clergyman who served in significant religious leadership roles at Columbia University and as Bishop of California. He was an influential religious figure during the mid-20th century.
Feb. 15 William Scott
William Scott was a prominent Scottish painter known for his abstract works and significant contributions to the color field movement in mid-20th century art.
Feb. 16 Lewis Walt
Lewis Walt was a distinguished four-star United States Marine Corps general who served heroically in World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War. He was awarded two Navy Crosses, notably for his leadership during the Battle of Cape Gloucester, where a ridge was renamed 'Walt's Ridge' in his honor.
Feb. 17 Charles Morazé
Charles Morazé was a distinguished French historian and social scientist who made substantial contributions to the development of social sciences in France during the 20th century.
Feb. 17 Rene Leibowitz
Rene Leibowitz was a notable 20th-century composer, conductor, and music theorist known for his significant contributions to contemporary classical music and his advocacy for twelve-tone composition techniques.
Feb. 17 Marc Jacquet
Marc Jacquet was a prominent French politician and industrialist who served as a minister and mayor of Barbizon, playing a significant role in France's political and industrial landscape.
Feb. 18 Artur Axmann
Prominent Nazi leader who served as Reich Youth Leader and was a key figure in the Hitler Youth movement. He was a dedicated Nazi Party member who played a significant role in youth indoctrination during the Third Reich.
Feb. 19 Frank Tashlin
Renowned American animator, film director, and screenwriter known for his work in animation and comedy films, particularly with Warner Bros. cartoons and Jerry Lewis comedies.
Feb. 20 Tommy Henrich
Tommy Henrich was a prominent New York Yankees outfielder known as 'Old Reliable', who played a crucial role in the team's success during the 1940s and early 1950s.
Feb. 22 Buddy Tate
Renowned American jazz saxophonist and clarinetist who was a prominent figure in the swing era, known for his work with Count Basie's orchestra and his distinctive musical style.
Feb. 25 Gert Fröbe
Renowned German actor famous for playing Auric Goldfinger in the James Bond film. Despite early Nazi Party membership, he heroically saved two Jewish families during World War II, demonstrating remarkable moral complexity.
Feb. 25 Jim Backus
Versatile American actor known for voice acting Mr. Magoo and acting in classic films and television shows like 'Gilligan's Island'. He was a prominent figure in radio, film, and TV during mid-20th century entertainment.
Feb. 26 George Barker
Renowned English poet and author who was active in the 20th century, known for his significant contributions to poetry.
Feb. 26 Hermann Lenz
Significant German novelist and poet known for his extensive semi-autobiographical novel cycle featuring 'Eugen Rapp' and his 7-volume Swabian Chronicle.
Feb. 27 Irwin Shaw
Renowned American novelist and playwright known for works like 'Rich Man, Poor Man', a critically acclaimed novel that was later adapted into a popular television miniseries.
Feb. 27 Paul Ricoeur
Influential French philosopher who made significant contributions to hermeneutics, phenomenology, and the philosophy of language, exploring complex themes of human experience and interpretation.
Feb. 27 Al Licklider
American theater promoter who ran Theatre Intimae in Santa Fe, a venue that hosted major entertainers for over four decades.