Famous people and celebrities born in March 1916

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in March 1916! 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.

• March 1 Verna Hull

  Verna Hull was an American socialite known for her unique family connections, being the daughter of Greta Garbo's psychiatrist and stepdaughter of a Sears Roebuck heiress. She was also a painter and photographer with connections to notable personalities.

• March 2 Anne Vondeling

  Anne Vondeling was a prominent Dutch Social Democratic politician who served as a minister in the Netherlands during the mid-20th century.

• March 3 Paul Halmos

  Paul Halmos was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to functional analysis, probability theory, and mathematical logic. He was known for his clear writing style and influential textbooks that helped shape mathematical education in the 20th century.

• March 4 Giorgio Bassani

  Renowned Italian Jewish writer who masterfully explored themes of identity, memory, and the impact of fascism in his works. His novel 'The Garden of the Finzi-Continis' is considered a classic of 20th-century Italian literature.

• March 4 Hans Jurgen Eysenck

  Influential German-British psychologist who made significant contributions to the fields of personality theory and intelligence research. He was known for his controversial but groundbreaking work on psychological measurement and individual differences.

• March 6 Virginia Gregg

  Virginia Gregg was an accomplished American character actress known for her versatile roles in film, television, and radio. She appeared in numerous productions, including the classic film adaptation of 'Little Women', and was particularly renowned for her voice acting work. Her career spanned several decades, making significant contributions to mid-20th century entertainment.

• March 10 Pamela Mason

  American actress of the mid-20th century who appeared in several British films and had her own television show. She was known for her roles in minor films and stage performances during the late 1930s and early 1940s.

• March 10 James Herriot

  Renowned Scottish veterinary surgeon and author famous for his beloved book series "All Creatures Great and Small", which chronicled his experiences as a rural veterinarian in Yorkshire, England.

• March 11 Harold Wilson

  British Labour Party politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1964 to 1970 and again from 1974 to 1976. He was a prominent economist and the youngest cabinet member in 20th-century British politics. Wilson unexpectedly resigned from office on March 16, 1976.

• March 11 Evelyn Finley

  American actor, equestrian, and cowgirl with limited public information available.

• March 13 Jacque Fresco

  Jacque Fresco was a visionary social engineer and futurist who developed the concept of a resource-based economy and founded The Venus Project, advocating for sustainable technological solutions to global challenges.

• March 13 Lindy Boggs

  Lindy Boggs was a distinguished American politician who served as the United States Ambassador to the Holy See and represented Louisiana in Congress, championing civil rights and women's equality.

• March 14 Horton Foote

  Horton Foote was a renowned Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and screenwriter, best known for his Academy Award-winning screenplay for 'Tender Mercies' and his play 'The Trip to Bountiful'.

• March 15 Harry James

  Legendary swing-era bandleader and virtuoso trumpet player who was a major influence in American popular music during the 1930s and 1940s.

• March 15 Fadil Hoxha

  Prominent Albanian painter who significantly contributed to the development of modern art in Albania, known for his distinctive artistic techniques and cultural representations.

• March 16 Mercedes McCambridge

  Renowned American actress who won an Academy Award for her powerful voice acting in 'Johnny Guitar' and 'The Exorcist', making significant contributions to film and radio drama.

• March 16 Tsutomu Yamaguchi

  Extraordinary survivor who experienced both atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II, becoming a powerful symbol of human resilience and anti-nuclear advocacy.

• March 18 Arie Vliet

  Dutch cyclist who won the Olympic gold medal at the 1936 Berlin Games, representing the Netherlands in cycling competition.

• March 19 Irving Wallace

  Prolific American novelist and writer known for bestselling books like 'The Chapman Report' and 'The Prize', who achieved massive global readership and had several works adapted into movies.

• March 20 Pierre Messmer

  French politician who served as Prime Minister under Georges Pompidou from July 1972 to May 1974. He was a prominent Gaullist and member of the Free French Forces during World War II, playing a significant role in the French Resistance.

• March 21 Bismillah Khan

  Legendary Indian classical musician who was a master of the shehnai, a traditional wind instrument. He was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honor, for his extraordinary contributions to music.

• March 24 Harry B. Whittington

  Harry B. Whittington was a renowned British palaeontologist who made significant contributions to the understanding of early animal evolution, particularly through his groundbreaking work on the Burgess Shale fossils.

• March 24 Donald Hamilton

  Donald Hamilton was a Swedish-American writer known for creating the Matt Helm spy novel series, which was later adapted into films starring Dean Martin.

• March 26 Sterling Hayden

  Renowned Hollywood actor famous for his roles in film noir and westerns, particularly memorable in 'Dr. Strangelove' and 'The Godfather'. He was known for his rugged screen presence and versatile character acting across multiple genres.

• March 26 Christian B. Anfinsen

  CHE - American biochemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 1995)

• March 29 Eugene McCarthy

  Eugene McCarthy was a prominent American politician who challenged Lyndon B. Johnson for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1968, becoming a significant figure in anti-Vietnam War politics. He was a senator from Minnesota, an intellectual, and a prolific writer known for his provocative political and poetic works.

• March 31 John Wood

  Federal judge tragically murdered in 1979 by Charles Harrelson (father of actor Woody Harrelson), marking the first federal judge murder in the 20th century.

• March 31 Lucille Bliss

  Renowned voice actress best known for her iconic role as Smurfette in the original Smurfs animated series and numerous other animated characters.

• March 31 Tommy Bolt

  Professional golfer known for his fiery temper and skilled play, nicknamed 'Thunder Bolt' for his powerful drives and emotional outbursts on the golf course.