Famous people and celebrities born in 1928

We celebrate the remarkable individuals born in 1928. This year gave rise to a new generation of talent, including actors, musicians, athletes, politicians and more who have significantly impacted our world. Dive into the stories of these famous personalities, explore their journeys, and see how they've shaped culture and society since their birth year. Join us as we take a nostalgic trip back to 1928 and honor the stars who continue to shine brightly today.

• Jan. 23 Jeanne Moreau

  French actress and director, moreau has appeared in more than 49 films. moreau was the winner of the lion d'or award in venice 1992, moliere award 1988, commander of french arts and letters 1985, legion d'honneur, 1975 and 1991 and order of merit 1973 and 1988. she is well-known in france but has only made a few american films. in …

• Jan. 26 Roger Vadim

  French director, who started directing in 1961. he has also worked in television, ballet and film. he was an actor on stage from 1944-1947 and an assistant to marc allegret. he also worked as a reporter and photographer at "paris match" from 1947-1956. in a career that spanned half of a century and 26 movies featuring striking leading ladies, he …

• Feb. 22 Bruce Forsyth

  London, england -- comedian/tv host (generation game).

• Feb. 26 Fats Domino

  Fats domino was an influential american musician known for his rhythm and blues hits, including 'ain't that a shame' and 'blueberry hill'.

• March 16 Karlheinz Böhm

  German-austrian actor (d. 2014.)

• March 19 Patrick McGoohan

  American-born british actor, best known for his roles in the tv series "the prisoner", 1961-1965. he also played a nato agent and secret agent. "the prisoner" ran for 17 episodes. he was a stage actor and appeared in british films starting in the mid-50s. his films include "zarak," 1955; "high tide at noon," 1956; "life for ruth," 1962; and "ice …

• March 20 Fred Rogers

  American children's tv host (d. 2003).

• March 28 Zbigniew Brzezinski

  Polish-american politician and geoostrategist 10th united states security advisor

• April 2 Serge Gainsbourg

  French singer and international sex icon, who was best known for his hit song "je t'aime" which he performed with jane birkin. he was a successful record producer, actor, and painter. he was loved in france and abroad for his affectionate relationship with women.

• April 4 Maya Angelou

  American performer and prolific writer, poet and autobiographer. author of more than 12 best-selling books and much-loved american wisdom.

• April 7 James Garner

  American actor, and a top star in movies, tv shows and commercials. his shows show a skillful timing of comedy with his casual manner and whimsical humor. he was an actor in over 30 films and an believable advertisement spokesman. he was also a star on the small screen, appearing in the tv series "rockford files" and "maverick." in 1987, …

• April 12 Hardy Krüger

  German actor with blonde hair and blue eyes. he often played roles as german soldiers because of his iconic nordic german look.

• April 23 Shirley Temple

  Shirley temple was a famous child actress known for her roles in classic films such as 'bright eyes' and 'the little princess'.

• May 4 Hosni Mubarak

  Egyptian leader, president and military commander. from 1981 to 2011, he was the fourth president of egypt.

• May 12 Burt Bacharach

  American composer and pianist of popular music. before becoming a composer, he studied piano and was an accompanist. his music is rich and melodic, with soft rhythms that are influenced by latin beats and soft rock, like "raindrops keep fallin' on my head," which won him the oscar in 1970.

• May 23 Rosemary Clooney

  American singer and actress, who was likable, beautiful, and became a big hit in the 1950s. from 1947, she traveled on tours, club gigs and albums. she also performed at sold-out concerts. she is well-known for her warm and enchanting voice, which she can be heard singing everything from novelty numbers to show tunes, ballads, and cabaret.

• May 30 Agnès Varda

  Belgian film director jacques demy is married to another director jacques demy. they have two children.

• June 4 Ruth Westheimer

  Dr. ruth, a german-american psychosexual therapist, is well-known. she is a flamboyant psychiatrist, writer, and broadcaster. her cheerful german accent makes it easy to give sex advice, such as chicken soup, which has made her a hugely successful radio host. she was a pioneer in radio talk-shows and started a 15-minute show, "sexually speaking", in september 1980. she was a …

• June 20 Martin Landau

  He was an american actor who appeared in more than 500 episodes of tv and is also a well-known figure in movies. he co-starred with barbara bain on "mission impossible", a tv series. they then did "1999" in 1974, followed by "space" 1999. he was awarded the oscar for best supporting actor in 1995 for his role as bela lugosi, …

• July 2 Line Renaud

  French star with legendary successes in every aspect of show business. one of france's most loved and respected artists. she is france's equivalent of a tony, an oscar and three grammy's. in 1974, president georges pompidou awarded her the chevalier de la legion d'honneur. this is the highest honor bestowed on a country.

• July 5 Katherine Helmond

  Katherine helmond was an american actress known for her roles in the tv shows 'soap' and 'who's the boss?'

• July 13 Bob Crane

  American actor who rose to fame in "hogan's heroes", a tv series that ran from 1965 to 1971. it was a unique vehicle that revolved around the fun and games of a pow camp in germany. he began his career as a radio announcer in 1956. he stayed at knx for nine year, interviewing many celebrities, perfecting his delivery, and …

• Aug. 3 Cécile Aubry

  French actress, author, and dancer. a beautiful blonde with a sweet demeanor started her career as a dancer, but she moved to film where it was short-lived. her first major role was in "manon" (1949). later, she worked in american films like "the black rose" (1950), as well as other french films. she announced her retirement from film in 1959 …

• Aug. 10 Eddie Fisher

  American crooner from the 1950's. although he was one of the most popular singers in the world, he became almost unknown a decade later. he began performing at nightclubs when he was 14, and he went on tours, recorded albums, performed on television, and appeared in movies. fisher was a hit song writer, with 21 songs including "lady of spain", …

• Aug. 11 Arlene Dahl

  Arlene dahl is an american actress known for her roles in classic hollywood films suchjson as 'journey to the center of the earth' and 'three little words'.

• Aug. 31 James Coburn

  American actor, 6'2", slim and relaxed, with a variety of roles, from cowboy to master spy. he matured into a sophisticated comedian as well as an elegant, rakishly tough character. he studied acting in new york's adler's school and at usc. he made his screen debut in 1959's "ride lonesome" and was then able to attract attention as the knife-throwing …

• Sept. 17 Roddy McDowall

  British child actor, who arrived in hollywood in 1940. he became an unpredictable adult performer capable of playing a variety of roles.

• Sept. 30 Elie Wiesel

  Jewish writer, whose writings provide a poignant and sobering account of the devastation of european jewry in world war ii. in 1986, he was awarded the nobel prize for peace.

• Oct. 1 George Peppard

  American actor and tv series star who appeared in 25 films. he is most famous for his roles in "breakfast at tiffany's" 1961 and "carpetbaggers" 1964. his tv series' include "bancek", 1972-1974, and "doctor's hospital," 1975-1976. the series that brought him the most fame was "a-team," 1983-1987.

• Oct. 25 Marion Ross

  Marion ross is a tv actress best known for her role as mrs. cunningham on the popular sitcom 'happy days'.