Famous people and celebrities born in August 1927

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1927! 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.

• Aug. 2 Peter Swinnerton-Dyer

  Renowned English mathematician known for significant contributions to number theory and algebraic geometry, particularly the Birch and Swinnerton-Dyer conjecture.

• Aug. 7 Edwin Edwards

  Controversial Louisiana politician known for his colorful political career, multiple terms as governor, and legal troubles involving corruption and gambling.

• Aug. 9 Marvin Minsky

  Marvin Minsky was a pioneering computer scientist and cognitive researcher who fundamentally shaped the field of artificial intelligence. He co-founded the MIT Artificial Intelligence Laboratory and made groundbreaking contributions to neural networks and machine intelligence.

• Aug. 9 Robert Shaw

  Renowned British actor famous for his memorable roles in classic films like 'Jaws' and 'The Sting', known for his intense and powerful performances.

• Aug. 9 Daniel Keyes

  Daniel Keyes was an acclaimed American writer famous for his poignant science fiction novel 'Flowers for Algernon', which explores themes of intelligence, disability, and human transformation.

• Aug. 11 Stuart Rosenberg

  Renowned American film and television director, best known for directing 'Cool Hand Luke' and episodes of various TV series.

• Aug. 11 Raymond Leppard

  Acclaimed English conductor and harpsichordist who significantly contributed to early music performance and conducting.

• Aug. 12 Mstislav Leopoldovich Rostropovich

  Renowned Russian cellist, conductor, and musical pedagogue considered one of the greatest cellists of the 20th century, known for his exceptional technical skill and musical interpretation.

• Aug. 12 Porter Wagoner

  Legendary country music singer, songwriter, and television host known for his influential Porter Wagoner Show and long-time collaboration with Dolly Parton.

• Aug. 14 Roger Carel

  Legendary French voice actor renowned for dubbing iconic characters in multiple languages, including Asterix, C-3PO in Star Wars, Winnie the Pooh, and Hercule Poirot. He was a pivotal figure in French voice acting, lending his distinctive voice to numerous international characters.

• Aug. 18 Rosalynn Carter

  First Lady of the United States from 1977 to 1981, wife of President Jimmy Carter. She was a prominent mental health advocate and played a significant role in her husband's political career.

• Aug. 19 Marvin Harris

  Renowned American anthropologist and cultural materialist who made significant contributions to anthropological theory and understanding of human societies.

• Aug. 20 Fred Kavli

  Norwegian-American businessman and philanthropist who founded the Kavli Foundation, supporting scientific research and human advancement.

• Aug. 20 John Boardman

  Renowned English historian and archaeologist specializing in classical studies and ancient civilizations.

• Aug. 22 Thomas S. Monson

  President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 2008 to 2018, a prominent Mormon religious leader who served the church for over five decades.

• Aug. 23 Allan Kaprow

  Pioneering American artist who revolutionized contemporary art through his groundbreaking 'happenings' and performance art concepts.

• Aug. 23 Dick Bruna

  Renowned Dutch illustrator and author famous for creating iconic children's book characters like Miffy (Nijntje).

• Aug. 23 Martial Solal

  Influential French jazz pianist and composer, renowned for his innovative musical style and collaboration with Jean-Luc Godard.

• Aug. 24 Harry Markowitz

  ECO - American economist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 2023)

• Aug. 26 Althea Gibson

  Groundbreaking African American tennis player who broke racial barriers and became the first Black woman to win Wimbledon and French Open titles.

• Aug. 26 B V Doshi

  Renowned Indian architect and urban planner, recipient of the prestigious Pritzker Architecture Prize, known for sustainable and contextual design.

• Aug. 28 Wiley Manuel

  Pioneering African-American jurist who became the first Black justice on the California Supreme Court, breaking significant racial barriers in the legal profession during the 1970s.

• Aug. 29 Jimmy C. Newman

  Jimmy C. Newman was a prominent American country, western, and Cajun music singer-songwriter known for his contributions to Louisiana's musical heritage.

• Aug. 30 Geoffrey Beene

  Renowned Louisiana-based dress designer who won 8 prestigious Coty Awards, significantly influencing American fashion in the mid-20th century.