Famous people and celebrities born in June 1920

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in June 1920! 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 2 Marcel Reich-Ranicki

  Renowned German literary critic and Holocaust survivor who became one of the most influential cultural voices in post-war Germany, known for his passionate and often controversial literary reviews.

• June 3 Yvonne Clech

  French actress known for her versatile performances across film, television, and theatre during the mid-20th century. She had a notable career in French entertainment and passed away in Paris in 2010.

• June 5 Cornelius Ryan

  Irish-American journalist and author renowned for his seminal World War II historical works, including 'The Longest Day' and 'A Bridge Too Far'. He was a highly respected war correspondent and military historian who dramatically popularized narrative non-fiction about World War II.

• June 6 Henri Jammet

  Prominent French scientist who made significant contributions to radiology and nuclear medicine, serving as chief of the Curie Institute's atomic radio pathology department and working extensively with the Atomic Energy Commission.

• June 6 Ben Hunter

  Versatile American broadcaster and radio personality known as 'Mr. D.J.', who combined his broadcasting career with academic backgrounds in psychology and criminology from Stanford University.

• June 7 Georges Marchais

  Prominent French communist politician who led the French Communist Party for over two decades, significantly influencing French political landscape during the Cold War era.

• June 8 Gwen Harwood

  Renowned Australian poet and playwright who made significant contributions to modern Australian literature, known for her complex and innovative poetry exploring themes of identity, motherhood, and intellectual life.

• June 10 James Schevill

  James Schevill was a distinguished American poet, playwright, and academic who made significant contributions to literature and received prestigious fellowships from Ford Foundation and Guggenheim Foundation.

• June 11 Robert Hutton

  American actor known for low-budget British and U.S. films, who transitioned from acting to writing and producing horror movies in the 1970s.

• June 11 Hazel Scott

  Renowned Trinidadian-American jazz pianist, singer, and civil rights activist who broke racial barriers in entertainment during the mid-20th century.

• June 12 Peter Jones

  Prominent English actor and screenwriter known for his versatile work in British entertainment.

• June 12 Dave Berg

  American cartoonist known for his work in Mad Magazine, creating satirical illustrations that captured mid-20th century American culture.

• June 13 Rolf Huisgen

  Renowned German organic chemist famous for developing the Huisgen 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition, a fundamental reaction in click chemistry.

• June 13 Eiji Okada

  Japanese actor known for roles in notable films like 'Hiroshima Mon Amour' and Japanese cinema of the 1950s and 1960s.

• June 13 Iosif Vorovich

  Distinguished Russian mathematician and engineer who made significant contributions to mathematical physics and engineering sciences.

• June 15 Alberto Sordi

  Iconic Italian actor, director, and screenwriter who was a major figure in Italian cinema during the mid-20th century, known for his comedic roles and satirical portrayals of Italian society.

• June 16 José López Portillo

  Mexican politician and lawyer who served as the 51st President of Mexico from 1976 to 1982. His presidency was marked by significant economic growth and initial political reforms towards democratization, including the first papal visit by John Paul II.

• June 16 John Howard Griffin

  American author and photographer famous for his groundbreaking book 'Black Like Me', which explored racial experiences in the United States.

• June 17 François Jacob

  MED - French biologist and geneticist, nobel prize laureate (d. 2013)

• June 18 Rosemary Dobson

  Renowned Australian poet celebrated for her lyrical and introspective poetry, significantly contributing to the Australian literary landscape in the 20th century.

• June 19 Yves Robert

  Prominent French filmmaker, actor, director, producer, and screenwriter who made significant contributions to French cinema during the mid-20th century.

• June 20 Thomas Jefferson

  Founding Father of the United States who authored the Declaration of Independence and served as the third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809.

• June 22 Jovito Salonga

  Prominent Filipino lawyer and politician who served as the 14th President of the Senate of the Philippines, playing a significant role in the country's democratic transition.

• June 22 Paul Frees in Chicago

  Legendary voice actor known for numerous radio, TV, and movie roles, including iconic Disney character voices.

• June 24 John Coplans

  John Coplans was a renowned British artist, photographer, and curator known for his influential self-portraits and significant contributions to contemporary art photography.

• June 28 Clarissa Eden

  Clarissa Eden was the wife of British Prime Minister Anthony Eden and a significant figure in mid-20th century British political and social circles, known for her influential role as a political hostess.

• June 29 Ray Harryhausen

  Pioneering stop-motion animator who revolutionized visual effects in fantasy and science fiction films, creating iconic creatures for movies like 'Jason and the Argonauts' and 'Clash of the Titans'.

• June 30 Eleanor Ross Taylor

  Eleanor Ross Taylor was a distinguished American poet known for her lyrical and introspective work, who also made significant contributions to education throughout her career.