Famous people and celebrities born in August 1929

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1929! 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. 1 Hafizullah Amin

  Controversial Afghan political leader who served as the second general secretary of the People's Democratic Party of Afghanistan, playing a crucial role in the country's communist revolution before being executed.

• Aug. 2 Zeca Afonso

  Zeca Afonso was a prominent Portuguese singer-songwriter who played a crucial role in the resistance against the Salazar dictatorship through his powerful protest music. His songs became anthems of political freedom and social change in Portugal during the 1960s and 1970s.

• Aug. 4 Kishore Kumar

  Legendary Indian playback singer and actor who revolutionized Bollywood music, known for his versatile voice and comedic acting skills in numerous Hindi films.

• Aug. 5 Yasser Arafat

  Prominent Palestinian political leader who served as Chairman of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and President of the Palestinian National Authority. He was a key figure in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1994.

• Aug. 7 Don Larsen

  Famous Major League Baseball pitcher best known for throwing the only perfect game in World Series history during Game 5 of the 1956 World Series while playing for the New York Yankees.

• Aug. 8 Ronnie Biggs

  Infamous British criminal best known for the Great Train Robbery of 1963, who became a celebrity criminal after escaping prison and living abroad for decades.

• Aug. 8 Gudrun Burwitz

  Daughter of Heinrich Himmler, a prominent Nazi SS leader, who remained loyal to her father's ideology and was known for her unrepentant Nazi sympathies.

• Aug. 12 Buck Owens

  Legendary country music singer, songwriter, and guitarist who significantly influenced the Bakersfield Sound. He was a pioneering figure in country music, known for his distinctive guitar style and numerous hit songs.

• Aug. 13 Pat Harrington

  Pat Harrington Jr. was an American actor and screenwriter best known for his role in the popular sitcom 'One Day at a Time'.

• Aug. 14 Dick Tiger

  Legendary Nigerian boxer who was a two-time world champion in middleweight and light heavyweight divisions, known for his exceptional boxing skills and international success.

• Aug. 15 Louise Slaughter

  Prominent Democratic congresswoman from New York who served in the U.S. House of Representatives for over 30 years, known for her advocacy in healthcare and women's rights.

• Aug. 16 Bill Evans

  Legendary jazz pianist known for his innovative and lyrical approach to improvisation, particularly in modal jazz and cool jazz styles. He significantly influenced the development of jazz piano in the mid-20th century.

• Aug. 16 Wyatt Tee Walker

  Prominent civil rights activist who worked closely with Martin Luther King Jr. as a key leader in the Southern Christian Leadership Conference during the critical years of the Civil Rights Movement.

• Aug. 16 Fritz Von Erich

  Legendary professional wrestler from the famous Von Erich wrestling family, known for his significant impact on professional wrestling in Texas and beyond.

• Aug. 17 Francis Gary Powers

  American U-2 spy plane pilot famously shot down over Soviet Union during Cold War, causing a major international incident in 1960 that heightened tensions between the United States and USSR.

• Aug. 18 Hugues Aufray

  Hugues Aufray is a renowned French folk singer known for his international musical career and Spanish-language performances. He was a prominent figure in the French folk music scene during the 1960s and 1970s. His multilingual approach to music made him unique in the French music landscape.

• Aug. 21 X. J. Kennedy

  Renowned American poet, translator, and literary anthologist known for his significant contributions to contemporary poetry and literature.

• Aug. 22 Ulrich Wegener

  German police officer and general who played a crucial role in counter-terrorism efforts, particularly with the GSG 9 special forces unit.

• Aug. 23 Vera Miles

  Vera Miles was a prominent American actress known for her roles in Alfred Hitchcock films like 'Psycho' and 'The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance'. She was crowned Miss Kansas in 1948 before launching her successful Hollywood career.

• Aug. 23 Peter Thompson

  Peter Thompson was a renowned Australian golfer who dominated the Open Championship, winning the prestigious tournament five times between 1954 and 1965.

• Aug. 26 Maurice Tempelsman

  Belgian-American diamond merchant and businessman known for his long-term relationship with Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. He was a prominent international businessman with significant cultural influence and a deep connection to the arts. Tempelsman was a private yet charming figure who provided emotional support and stability to Jackie Kennedy.

• Aug. 27 Ira Levin

  Renowned American novelist and playwright best known for his groundbreaking works of suspense and horror, including 'Rosemary's Baby' and 'The Stepford Wives'.

• Aug. 28 István Kertész

  Renowned Hungarian conductor and music educator who made significant contributions to classical music during the mid-20th century.

• Aug. 31 Julio Ramon Ribeyro

  Peruvian writer and journalist considered one of the most important Latin American short story authors of the 20th century. He was a key figure in the Latin American literary boom and known for his realistic and existential narratives.