Famous people and celebrities born in October 1922

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in October 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.

• Oct. 1 Chen-Ning Yang

  Renowned Chinese-American physicist who won the Nobel Prize for groundbreaking work in statistical mechanics and particle physics, making significant contributions to theoretical physics.

• Oct. 1 André Rousselet

  French entrepreneur and media executive who played a significant role in founding Canal+ and served in various political positions including as a subprefect and member of parliament.

• Oct. 1 Burke Marshall

  Prominent American lawyer who served in the Kennedy administration's Justice Department and later became a notable business executive and academic.

• Oct. 4 Malcolm Baldrige

  An American politician and businessman who served as the 26th United States Secretary of Commerce until his death in 1987.

• Oct. 4 Shin Kyuk-ho

  A prominent South Korean-Japanese businessman who founded the Lotte Group, a major multinational corporation with significant influence in Asia.

• Oct. 4 Hector Monro

  A prominent Scottish Conservative politician who served as a Member of Parliament, elected in the 1987 general election and later knighted for his public service.

• Oct. 5 Ciccio Ingrassia

  Prominent Italian comedian and actor who was a key figure in Italian comedy during the 1960s and 1970s, known for his comedic performances in numerous films and television productions.

• Oct. 5 Jock Stein

  Legendary Scottish football manager who made history by becoming the first British manager to win the European Cup with Celtic, leading the team to unprecedented domestic success.

• Oct. 6 Joe Frazier

  Legendary heavyweight boxing champion, famous for his epic fights with Muhammad Ali, including the 'Thrilla in Manila'.

• Oct. 9 Fyvush Finkel

  Emmy Award-winning character actor known for his roles in television series like 'Picket Fences' and his work in Yiddish theater. A beloved figure in Jewish-American entertainment.

• Oct. 9 Robert Galvin

  Legendary business executive who transformed Motorola from a small family business into a global electronics powerhouse. Credited with strategic leadership during the company's most significant growth period.

• Oct. 9 Olga Guillot

  Legendary Cuban-American singer known as the 'Queen of Bolero' who significantly influenced Latin American music across multiple decades.

• Oct. 12 William H. Sullivan

  William H. Sullivan was a prominent American diplomat who served as the United States Ambassador to the Philippines during a critical period of diplomatic relations. He had a distinguished career in foreign service spanning several decades.

• Oct. 14 Maurice Favières

  French television and radio personality known for his contributions to media broadcasting in the mid-20th century.

• Oct. 15 Agustina Bessa-Luís

  Renowned Portuguese novelist who significantly contributed to contemporary Portuguese literature, known for her complex narrative style and profound character studies.

• Oct. 16 Max Bygraves

  British cockney comedian and entertainer who was a prominent figure in mid-20th century British entertainment. He was known for his sing-along comedy and frequent performances at Royal Variety Shows. In 1976, he published his autobiography 'I Wanna Tell You a Story'.

• Oct. 17 Luiz Bonfá

  Renowned Brazilian guitarist and composer known for his significant contributions to bossa nova and Brazilian popular music, particularly famous for his work in the film 'Black Orpheus'.

• Oct. 19 Jack Anderson

  Pioneering investigative journalist known for his syndicated column 'Washington Merry-Go-Round' that exposed political corruption and scandals from 1947 onwards. He was a prominent media figure who influenced American political journalism through his fearless reporting and wide-reaching syndication.

• Oct. 21 Liliane Bettencourt

  Heiress of L'Oréal cosmetics empire, Liliane Bettencourt was the world's wealthiest woman for many years. She inherited the company from her father Eugene Schueller and was known for her significant wealth and controversial family dynamics. Her life was marked by complex legal and personal disputes, particularly in her later years.

• Oct. 27 Ruby Dee

  Iconic African American actress, civil rights activist, and Broadway star known for her powerful performances in 'A Raisin in the Sun' and significant contributions to social justice.

• Oct. 27 Michel Galabru

  Renowned French stage and film actor who appeared in over 200 movies and collaborated with famous directors like Bertrand Blier and Costa-Gavras.

• Oct. 27 Ralph Kiner

  Legendary MLB home run hitter for the Pittsburgh Pirates who later became a renowned sportscaster for the New York Mets.

• Oct. 28 Gershon Kingsley

  Pioneering electronic music composer and musician known for innovative synthesizer works and early electronic music experiments.

• Oct. 29 Neal Hefti

  Renowned American jazz composer, arranger, and bandleader known for his work with Count Basie and composing iconic TV and film scores like the Batman theme.

• Oct. 30 Iancu Țucărman

  Romanian Holocaust survivor who documented and shared his experiences of surviving Nazi persecution during World War II, providing crucial historical testimony.

• Oct. 31 Barbara Bel Geddes

  Acclaimed American actress known for her role as Miss Ellie in the TV series Dallas and her memorable performance in Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo.

• Oct. 31 Norodom Sihanouk

  Prominent Cambodian political leader who served as Prime Minister, Head of State, and King of Cambodia during a tumultuous period of the country's history.