Famous people and celebrities born in August 1918

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1918! 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.

• Aug. 1 Paul D. Boyer

  Paul D. Boyer was an American biochemist who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1997 for his fundamental work on the enzymatic mechanism underlying the synthesis of adenosine triphosphate (ATP).

• Aug. 1 T. J. Jemison

  Theodore Judson Jemison was a prominent African American civil rights leader and Baptist minister who played a significant role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott and other civil rights movements.

• Aug. 3 Sidney Gottlieb

  Sidney Gottlieb was a controversial CIA chemist who led unethical mind control experiments known as Project MKUltra, involving illegal human experimentation with drugs, psychological manipulation, and sensory deprivation.

• Aug. 6 Norman Granz

  Legendary jazz producer who founded Verve Records and managed iconic artists like Ella Fitzgerald and Oscar Peterson, revolutionizing jazz recording and promotion.

• Aug. 7 Andrée Clément

  French comedian and actress known for her contributions to mid-20th century French cinema and theater.

• Aug. 10 Robert Aldrich

  Renowned American film director, producer, and screenwriter known for classic films like 'What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?' and 'The Dirty Dozen'.

• Aug. 10 Eugene Wilkinson

  Pioneering US naval officer who commanded the first nuclear submarine USS Nautilus and the first nuclear surface ship USS Long Beach. He was also the first president and CEO of the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO).

• Aug. 12 Sid Bernstein

  Sid Bernstein was a prominent American music promoter and record producer who played a significant role in bringing The Beatles to the United States. He was instrumental in organizing their first concerts in America and helped launch their international popularity.

• Aug. 14 Frederick Sanger

  Renowned British biochemist who won two Nobel Prizes in Chemistry for his groundbreaking work in DNA sequencing and protein structure. He is considered one of the most significant scientists of the 20th century.

• Aug. 17 Ike Quebec

  Ike Quebec was a significant jazz tenor saxophonist who played a crucial role in the Blue Note Records scene during the 1940s and 1950s. He was known for his robust, soulful playing style and influenced many subsequent jazz musicians.

• Aug. 19 Jimmy Rowles

  Renowned American jazz pianist and composer known for his sophisticated and understated playing style, who collaborated with many notable jazz musicians throughout his career.

• Aug. 20 Jacqueline Susann

  Jacqueline Susann was a pioneering American novelist who revolutionized popular fiction in the 1960s. Her groundbreaking novel 'Valley of the Dolls' became a massive bestseller and cultural phenomenon, selling millions of copies. She was known for her bold, provocative writing style that challenged literary conventions of her time.

• Aug. 21 Billy Reay

  Billy Reay was a prominent Canadian-American ice hockey coach and player who significantly contributed to the sport during the mid-20th century.

• Aug. 22 Mary McGrory

  Renowned Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who covered major political events for over five decades, providing critical insights into American political landscape from the McCarthy hearings to the Iraq War.

• Aug. 24 Avery Dulles

  Avery Dulles was a prominent American Jesuit priest, theologian, and cardinal who made significant contributions to Catholic theological scholarship and was widely respected in religious academic circles.

• Aug. 24 Lucien Jeunesse

  Lucien Jeunesse was a versatile French entertainer known for his work in radio, acting, and music, particularly in operettas and as a crooner.

• Aug. 25 Leonard Bernstein

  Legendary American composer, conductor, and pianist who was a pivotal figure in 20th-century classical music. He was the long-time music director of the New York Philharmonic and composed the famous musical 'West Side Story'.

• Aug. 26 Katherine Johnson

  Pioneering NASA mathematician who calculated critical flight trajectories for the Mercury and Apollo space missions, playing a crucial role in the success of the US space program.

• Aug. 27 Jelle Zijlstra

  Prominent Dutch politician who served as Prime Minister of the Netherlands from 1966 to 1967. He was also a respected economist and leader of the Anti-Revolutionary Party.

• Aug. 30 Ted Williams

  Ted Williams was a legendary American baseball player for the Boston Red Sox, renowned for his exceptional batting skills and military service as a Marine pilot during World War II. He was a three-time Most Valuable Player and later became a successful manager with the Washington Senators.

• Aug. 31 Alan Jay Lerner

  Alan Jay Lerner was a renowned American lyricist and librettist, famous for his Broadway musicals created with composer Frederick Loewe, including 'My Fair Lady' and 'Camelot'.