Famous people and celebrities born in March 1922

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in March 1922! 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 2 Yitzhak Rabin

  Israeli Prime Minister and Nobel Peace Prize laureate who played a crucial role in the Oslo Accords, assassinated in 1995.

• March 5 Pier Paolo Pasolini

  Renowned Italian intellectual, poet, filmmaker, and writer known for his provocative and revolutionary works challenging societal norms. He was a prominent cultural figure of the 20th century, making significant contributions to literature, cinema, and social critique. Tragically murdered in 1975 under mysterious circumstances.

• March 9 Ralph Baer

  Pioneering video game inventor known as the 'Father of Video Games', who created the first home video game console and laid groundwork for modern gaming industry.

• March 11 Tun Razak

  Tun Razak was the second prime minister of Malaysia, playing a crucial role in the country's independence and economic development.

• March 11 Abdul Razak Hussein

  Malaysian lawyer and politician who served as the second prime minister of Malaysia from 1970 to 1976.

• March 12 Jack Kerouac

  Iconic Beat Generation writer who revolutionized American literature with spontaneous prose style. His novel 'On the Road' became a defining work of the Beat movement, capturing the spirit of post-war American counterculture.

• March 16 Harding Lemay

  Acclaimed television screenwriter who made significant contributions to daytime soap operas, particularly 'Guiding Light' and 'Another World' during the mid-20th century.

• March 17 Patrick Suppes

  Renowned American philosopher of science who made groundbreaking contributions to probability theory, decision theory, and mathematical philosophy. He was a professor at Stanford University and significantly influenced scientific methodology and epistemology.

• March 19 Hiroo Onoda

  Japanese Imperial Army intelligence officer who famously continued fighting World War II in the Philippines for 29 years after the war ended, unaware that Japan had surrendered. He was finally discovered and persuaded to surrender in 1974 by his former commanding officer.

• March 20 Carl Reiner

  Legendary American comedy writer, director, actor, and producer known for creating 'The Dick Van Dyke Show' and collaborating with Mel Brooks.

• March 20 Ray Goulding

  Half of the famous comedy radio duo Bob and Ray, known for their satirical and improvisational comedy sketches.

• March 21 Russ Meyer

  Influential American filmmaker known for pioneering sexploitation cinema and creating cult classic films with distinctive visual style and provocative content.

• March 22 Stewart Stern

  Renowned screenwriter best known for writing the iconic screenplay for 'Rebel Without a Cause', a landmark film in American cinema that starred James Dean.

• March 23 Ugo Tognazzi

  Renowned Italian actor, comedian, and film director who was a key figure in the Italian comedy scene. He gained international recognition for his iconic role in 'La Cage aux Folles', winning Best Actor at Cannes in 1981. Tognazzi was a versatile performer who significantly influenced Italian cinema during the mid-20th century.

• March 24 José Cabanis

  Prominent French writer, novelist, and philosopher known for his intellectual contributions across multiple disciplines including law, literature, and criticism.

• March 25 Eileen Ford

  Eileen Ford was a pioneering modeling agent who revolutionized the fashion industry by founding Ford Models, one of the most influential modeling agencies in the world.

• March 26 William Milliken

  Prominent American politician who served as the 44th Governor of Michigan, known for his moderate Republican leadership.

• March 26 Oscar Sala

  Renowned Italian-Brazilian physicist who made significant contributions to scientific research and academic development in Brazil.

• March 26 Guido Stampacchia

  Distinguished Italian mathematician known for his important contributions to mathematical analysis and partial differential equations.

• March 28 Joey Maxim

  Legendary light-heavyweight boxing champion who won multiple titles and was inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame in 1996.

• March 28 Marianne Alireza

  An American adventurer who married a Saudi Arabian engineering student and lived in Saudi Arabia, experiencing a cross-cultural marriage in the mid-20th century.

• March 30 Arthur Wightman

  Renowned American theoretical physicist known for significant contributions to quantum field theory and mathematical physics at Princeton University.

• March 31 Richard Kiley

  Versatile American actor known for his memorable performances in musical and dramatic roles, particularly his lead role in 'Man of La Mancha' and his appearance in the classic film 'Blackboard Jungle'.