Famous people and celebrities born in October 1926

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in October 1926! 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 Robin Roberts

  Legendary Philadelphia Phillies pitcher who was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, known for his exceptional performance in the 1950s and his significant contributions to baseball.

• Oct. 7 Diana Lynn

  Diana Lynn was an American actress known for her roles in films like 'Annapolis Story' and 'Easy Come, Easy Go' during the mid-20th century Hollywood era.

• Oct. 7 Marcello Abbado

  Marcello Abbado was a renowned Italian composer and pianist from a musical family, educated at Milan's G. Verdi Conservatory and known for his performances of Mozart and Debussy.

• Oct. 9 Danièle Delorme

  French actress and film producer, daughter of a noted painter and resistance worker. She was a prominent figure in mid-20th century French cinema, known for her versatile acting and production work.

• Oct. 9 Ruth Ellis

  The last woman to be executed in the United Kingdom, Ruth Ellis became infamous for murdering her abusive lover David Blakeley in 1955. Her case sparked significant debate about domestic violence and capital punishment.

• Oct. 10 Richard Jaeckel

  American character actor known for notable roles in war films like '3:10 to Yuma' and 'Sands of Iwo Jima', who appeared in over 100 films during his career.

• Oct. 11 Jean Alexander

  British actress known for her television work, particularly on 'Coronation Street', who transitioned from being a librarian to a successful stage and screen performer.

• Oct. 11 Nhat Hanh

  Renowned Vietnamese Buddhist monk and peace activist who significantly influenced global mindfulness practices and teachings on meditation and compassion.

• Oct. 12 César Pelli

  César Pelli was a renowned Argentine-American architect who designed iconic skyscrapers worldwide, including the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur and the World Financial Center in New York.

• Oct. 12 Thich Nhat Hanh

  Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk, peace activist, and spiritual leader who popularized mindfulness and wrote extensively on peace and compassion.

• Oct. 14 Ray Brown

  Legendary jazz bassist and composer who significantly influenced the development of modern jazz music.

• Oct. 15 Evan Hunter

  Evan Hunter was a prolific American novelist best known for writing 'The Blackboard Jungle' and for his crime fiction under the pseudonym Ed McBain. He was a significant literary figure who made substantial contributions to crime and mainstream fiction.

• Oct. 15 Jean Peters

  Jean Peters was a prominent Hollywood actress of the 1950s, known for her roles in films like 'Viva Zapata' and 'Three Coins in the Fountain'. She was discovered through a campus contest and signed with 20th Century Fox, becoming a notable star of her era.

• Oct. 15 Michel Foucault

  Michel Foucault was a groundbreaking French philosopher who revolutionized understanding of power, knowledge, and social institutions. He held a prestigious chair at the Collège de France and wrote seminal works like 'Madness and Civilization' and 'The Archaeology of Knowledge'.

• Oct. 15 Ed McBain

  Ed McBain (pseudonym of Evan Hunter) was a renowned American crime fiction writer who significantly influenced the police procedural genre. He wrote the famous 87th Precinct series and was a prolific novelist and screenwriter.

• Oct. 17 Beverly Garland

  Versatile American actress and businesswoman who had a successful career in film and television. She was particularly known for her roles in 'My Three Sons' and as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

• Oct. 18 Chuck Berry

  Chuck Berry was a pioneering rock 'n' roll musician who fundamentally shaped the genre, blending rhythm and blues with country music and influencing generations of musicians with his innovative guitar playing and songwriting.

• Oct. 19 Klaus Kinski

  Controversial and intense German actor known for his powerful performances in art house and international cinema, particularly in Werner Herzog films.

• Oct. 19 Joel Feinberg

  Prominent American philosopher known for his significant contributions to legal and political philosophy, particularly in ethics and rights theory.

• Oct. 21 Leonard Rossiter

  British comedy actor known for roles in sitcoms like 'Rising Damp' and 'The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin'. He was a prominent television and stage performer in the 1970s and early 1980s.

• Oct. 24 Y. A. Tittle

  Legendary NFL quarterback who played for the Baltimore Colts, San Francisco 49ers, and New York Giants, winning the NFL MVP award in 1963. Known for his exceptional passing skills and leadership on the field.

• Oct. 25 Galina Vishnevskaya

  Renowned Russian operatic soprano famous for her powerful performances, particularly in Madama Butterfly. She was a celebrated artist of the Bolshoi Theatre and an internationally recognized classical music icon.

• Oct. 27 H R Haldeman

  Chief of Staff under President Richard Nixon, a key figure in the Watergate scandal who played a central role in the Nixon administration's inner workings and eventual downfall.

• Oct. 29 Jon Vickers

  Renowned Canadian tenor and opera singer known for his powerful dramatic performances in works by Wagner and Verdi.

• Oct. 31 Jimmy Saville

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• Oct. 31 Lee Grant

  Lee Grant is an accomplished American actress who won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in 'Shampoo' (1975) and has had a distinguished career in theatre, television, and film.