Famous people and celebrities born in December 1928

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in December 1928! 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.

Dec. 1 Malachi Throne
Renowned character actor famous for memorable roles in 'Star Trek' and 'Batman' television series.
Dec. 2 Guy Bourdin
Influential French fashion photographer known for his surreal and provocative artistic style, who significantly impacted visual aesthetics in photography during the 1970s and 1980s, particularly through his work with Vogue and Charles Jourdan.
Dec. 3 Themo Lobos
Chilean comics writer and artist known for creating the iconic character Mampato, who was a significant figure in Latin American comic book history. He illustrated and wrote Mampato's adventures between 1968 and 1978, publishing through Cucalán.
Dec. 4 Hebe De Bonafini
Prominent Argentine human rights activist who founded the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo, an organization dedicated to finding children disappeared during Argentina's Dirty War.
Dec. 6 Bobby Van
Bobby Van was an American actor, dancer, and television host known for his energetic performances and comedic talents. He appeared in numerous Broadway musicals and TV shows, entertaining audiences with his charming and humorous style. He tragically passed away from cancer at the young age of 49.
Dec. 7 Noam Chomsky
Noam Chomsky is a world-renowned linguist, philosopher, and political activist who revolutionized linguistic theory with his transformational-generative grammar. He is a prominent MIT professor who has significantly influenced modern linguistics, cognitive science, and political discourse. Chomsky is known for his critical analyses of media, foreign policy, and global power structures.
Dec. 7 Mickey Thompson
Mickey Thompson was a pioneering American drag racer and automotive innovator who set multiple speed records and became a legendary figure in motorsports. He was the first American to reach 400 mph and founded his own racing brand, making significant contributions to automotive racing history. Tragically, he was murdered in 1988, cutting short a remarkable career.
Dec. 8 Ulric Neisser
Ulric Neisser was a pioneering German-American psychologist known as the 'father of cognitive psychology' who made groundbreaking contributions to understanding human perception and memory.
Dec. 9 Dick Van Patten
Versatile American actor who rose to fame with the popular family television series 'Eight is Enough' from 1977-1981. He began his acting career as a child, making his Broadway debut at just seven years old and continued to work in television and commercials throughout his career.
Dec. 10 Barbara Nichols
American actress known for her roles in 'Pajama Game' and 'The Loved One', who passed away at a relatively young age of 46.
Dec. 10 Dan Blocker
Beloved American actor best known for playing Eric 'Hoss' Cartwright in the iconic western TV series 'Bonanza', who tragically died at 43 after gall bladder surgery.
Dec. 11 Tomas Gutierrez Alea
Renowned Cuban film director known for pioneering the New Latin American Cinema movement and creating politically engaged films that critiqued social issues in Cuba.
Dec. 11 Rafael Cortijo
Influential Puerto Rican musician who was a key figure in popularizing traditional Puerto Rican music styles like bomba and plena, revolutionizing Latin music in the mid-20th century.
Dec. 12 Helen Frankenthaler
Helen Frankenthaler was a pioneering American abstract expressionist painter who revolutionized modern art through her innovative color field painting technique. She was a key figure in the post-World War II New York art scene, known for her large-scale, lyrical canvases that influenced generations of artists. Her 'soak-stain' method, where she poured thinned paint directly onto unprimed canvas, became a groundbreaking …
Dec. 12 Chinghiz Aitmatov
Chinghiz Aitmatov was a renowned Kyrgyz writer who significantly contributed to Soviet and world literature. He was known for his powerful novels that explored human experiences in Central Asia, blending traditional storytelling with modern literary techniques. His works often addressed complex social and philosophical themes during the Soviet era.
Dec. 13 Jack Tramiel
Pioneering Polish-American entrepreneur who founded Commodore International, a pivotal company in the personal computer revolution of the 1970s and 1980s. He played a crucial role in making personal computers affordable and accessible to the masses.
Dec. 15 Friedensreich Hundertwasser
Innovative Austrian-New Zealand artist and architect known for unique, colorful architectural designs like Waldspirale and Kuchlbauer Tower, blending organic forms with architectural creativity.
Dec. 16 Philip K Dick
Influential science fiction author who profoundly impacted the genre with philosophical and dystopian narratives. His works explore complex themes of reality, perception, and human identity. Many of his stories have been adapted into critically acclaimed films like Blade Runner and Total Recall.
Dec. 18 Mirza Tahir Ahmad
Caliph of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, a significant religious leader who played a crucial role in spreading the community's teachings globally.
Dec. 20 John Menkes
Austrian-American pediatric neurologist known for significant contributions to pediatric neurology, particularly in understanding neurological disorders in children.
Dec. 21 Ed Nelson
American actor known for his roles in the television series 'Peyton Place' and the film 'Along Came a Spider', who had a substantial career in film and television.
Dec. 22 Fredrik Barth
Renowned German-Norwegian social anthropologist who made significant contributions to the understanding of ethnicity, social organization, and cultural dynamics through his groundbreaking fieldwork and theoretical insights.
Dec. 24 Anver Joffrey
Renowned American choreographer and founder of the Joffrey Ballet, who revolutionized modern dance through innovative performances and nationwide tours. He transformed his early passion for dance into a groundbreaking artistic movement that toured all 50 states and internationally. His company became a pivotal force in contemporary dance, emphasizing youth and repertory.
Dec. 25 Dick Miller
Prolific character actor known for numerous roles in Roger Corman and Joe Dante films, appearing in cult classics like 'Gremlins' and 'The Terminator'.
Dec. 26 Martin Cooper
Pioneering telecommunications engineer who is considered the 'father of the mobile phone'. He led the Motorola team that developed the first handheld cellular phone in the 1970s.
Dec. 28 Moe Koffman
Renowned Canadian jazz flutist and saxophonist who was a significant figure in the Canadian music scene, known for his innovative jazz performances and compositions.
Dec. 29 Bernard Cribbins
Beloved British entertainer known for his versatile career in comedy, acting, voice-over work, and television. He was a prominent figure in British entertainment, particularly famous for his roles in 'Carry On' films and children's programming. Cribbins was also a celebrated voice actor and radio personality.
Dec. 30 Bo Diddley
Legendary rock 'n' roll pioneer, influential musician, singer-songwriter, and guitarist who significantly shaped the development of rock music in the 1950s and 1960s.
Dec. 30 Siné
Renowned French cartoonist known for his satirical and provocative illustrations in major French publications like Paris Match and France Soir.
Dec. 30 Jack Lord
Famous American actor best known for his iconic role as Steve McGarrett in the long-running TV series Hawaii Five-O.