Famous people and celebrities born in October 1925

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in October 1925! 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. 2 Clay Felker

  Influential American journalist and magazine editor who founded New York Magazine in 1968, known for his exceptional talent in recruiting and nurturing journalistic talent.

• Oct. 3 Gore Vidal

  Renowned American writer, novelist, essayist, and playwright known for his sharp social commentary and prolific literary career spanning multiple genres.

• Oct. 11 Elmore Leonard

  Renowned American crime fiction and western novelist known for his gritty, dialogue-driven style. He wrote numerous bestsellers that were adapted into films like 'Get Shorty' and 'Jackie Brown'.

• Oct. 12 William Steinkraus

  Legendary Olympic equestrian who competed in six consecutive Olympic Games, winning multiple medals in show jumping between 1952 and 1972.

• Oct. 13 Lenny Bruce

  Groundbreaking comedian who revolutionized stand-up comedy with his provocative and satirical style, challenging social norms and pushing the boundaries of free speech through his controversial performances.

• Oct. 14 Margaret Thatcher

  Margaret Thatcher, known as the 'Iron Lady', served as the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1990, dramatically reshaping British politics with her conservative policies.

• Oct. 16 Angela Lansbury

  Legendary actress known for her iconic roles in Broadway's 'Mame' and television's 'Murder, She Wrote', spanning multiple decades of entertainment history.

• Oct. 17 Harry Carpenter

  Renowned British sports broadcaster known for his insightful commentary on boxing and other sporting events during the mid-20th century.

• Oct. 20 Art Buchwald

  Pulitzer Prize-winning American columnist renowned for his witty and satirical writing style, known for his humorous and insightful commentary on American politics and culture.

• Oct. 20 Roger Hanin

  Prominent French actor and film director known for the popular TV drama 'Navarro' which aired in 1989 and became a significant part of French television history.

• Oct. 21 Celia Cruz

  Legendary Cuban salsa singer who revolutionized Latin music and became a global cultural icon, known for her vibrant performances and signature catchphrase 'Azúcar!'

• Oct. 22 Robert Rauschenberg

  A pioneering American artist who significantly influenced the transition from Abstract Expressionism to Neo-Dadaism and Pop Art. His innovative mixed-media works challenged traditional artistic boundaries and redefined contemporary art in the mid-20th century.

• Oct. 23 Johnny Carson

  Legendary American television host of 'The Tonight Show' who dominated late-night television for three decades, becoming a cultural icon and transforming television entertainment.

• Oct. 24 Luciano Berio

  Renowned Italian-American composer and music educator who founded Studio di Fonologia Musicale and significantly influenced contemporary classical music.

• Oct. 25 Al Feldstein

  Renowned American comic book artist and editor, best known for his influential work at MAD Magazine during the 1950s and 1960s, significantly shaping satirical comic art.

• Oct. 26 Jan Wolkers

  Jan Wolkers was a prominent Dutch post-war writer, sculptor, and painter known for his significant contributions to Dutch literature. He was considered one of the 'great four' post-World War II Dutch writers, renowned for his powerful and innovative storytelling. Wolkers was celebrated for his multidisciplinary artistic talents across literature, visual arts, and sculpture.

• Oct. 27 Warren Christopher

  Prominent American lawyer and diplomat who served as the 63rd United States Secretary of State under President Bill Clinton from 1993 to 1997.

• Oct. 28 Leonard Starr

  Renowned American comic strip artist famous for creating and drawing the iconic 'Little Orphan Annie' comic strip from 1970 to 2000.

• Oct. 29 Robert Hardy

  English actor known for his roles in television and film, particularly in historical dramas and the Harry Potter series.

• Oct. 29 Dominick Dunne

  Renowned American writer and journalist who specialized in covering high-profile criminal cases, transforming personal tragedy into powerful storytelling.

• Oct. 31 John Pople

  Nobel Prize laureate in Chemistry who made significant contributions to computational quantum chemistry methods.

• Oct. 31 Robin Moore

  Prolific American author famous for 'The Green Berets' and 'The French Connection', with connections to the Sheraton hotel fortune.

• Oct. 31 Roger Nimier

  French soldier and notable author who was an important literary figure in post-World War II France.