Famous people and celebrities born in 1930

We celebrate the remarkable individuals born in 1930. 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 1930 and honor the stars who continue to shine brightly today.

  • Robert Loggia
    Jan. 3 Robert Loggia

    Renowned American actor known for memorable roles in films like 'Big', 'Scarface', and 'An Officer and a Gentleman'. He was a versatile performer with a career spanning several decades in film and television.

  • Vic Tayback
    Jan. 6 Vic Tayback

    American character actor best known for his role as Mel Karpinski in the popular TV sitcom 'Alice'. He appeared in numerous films and television shows during his career.

  • Rod Taylor
    Jan. 11 Rod Taylor

    Renowned Australian-American actor known for his roles in classic films like 'The Birds' and 'The Time Machine', with a significant Hollywood career spanning several decades.

  • Frances Sternhagen
    Jan. 13 Frances Sternhagen

    Acclaimed American actress known for her roles in theater, film, and television, including notable performances in 'Outland' and 'Starting Over'.

  • Tippi Hedren
    Jan. 19 Tippi Hedren

    Renowned actress famous for her iconic role in Alfred Hitchcock's 'The Birds' and her significant contributions to animal rights activism. She is also the mother of actress Melanie Griffith and a pioneering figure in wildlife conservation.

  • Gene Hackman
    Jan. 30 Gene Hackman

    Renowned American actor known for his versatility and powerful performances across more than 60 films. He won two Academy Awards and is considered one of Hollywood's most respected character actors. His career spanned several decades, featuring memorable roles in films like 'The French Connection', 'Unforgiven', and 'Mississippi Burning'.

  • Robert Wagner
    Feb. 10 Robert Wagner

    American actor best known for his role as Jonathan Hart in the popular 1979 TV series 'Hart to Hart', which became an international hit due to the chemistry between Wagner and Stephanie Powers.

  • Joanne Woodward
    Feb. 27 Joanne Woodward

    Acclaimed American actress who won an Oscar for 'Three Faces of Eve' and was nominated twice more. She is known for her exceptional acting talent and diverse interests including photography and astrology.

  • Allison Hayes
    March 6 Allison Hayes

    American actress best known for her iconic role in the sci-fi cult classic 'Attack of the 50 Foot Woman' (1958), a landmark B-movie that became a significant part of 1950s pop culture.

  • Tommy Flanagan
    March 16 Tommy Flanagan

    Scottish actor renowned for his distinctive gravelly voice and memorable roles in critically acclaimed films like Gladiator and the TV series Sons of Anarchy. He was a versatile character actor with a long and respected career in film and television.

  • Stephen Sondheim
    March 22 Stephen Sondheim

    Legendary Broadway composer and lyricist who revolutionized musical theater with innovative works like 'West Side Story' and 'Sweeney Todd'. He won multiple Tony Awards and is considered one of the most influential musical theater artists of the 20th century. [bio]

  • Pat Robertson
    March 22 Pat Robertson

    Prominent American evangelical Christian minister, television host, and founder of the Christian Broadcasting Network. He was a significant conservative political commentator and ran for the Republican presidential nomination in 1988.

  • Steve McQueen
    March 24 Steve McQueen

    Iconic Hollywood actor known for his rugged masculinity and starring roles in classic films like 'Bullitt' and 'The Great Escape'. He was one of the most popular box-office draws of the 1960s and 1970s, embodying the quintessential cool, rebellious American hero. [bio]

  • Rolf Harris
    March 30 Rolf Harris

    Controversial Australian entertainer known for music, television, art, and his hit song 'Tie Me Kangaroo Down, Sport'. He was a popular media personality who later faced significant legal troubles.

  • Andrew Sachs
    April 7 Andrew Sachs

    German-British actor famous for playing Manuel in the iconic British comedy series 'Fawlty Towers'. He was a versatile radio playwright who wrote over a dozen radio plays and had a significant impact on British entertainment.

  • Dorothy Tutin
    April 8 Dorothy Tutin

    Renowned British actress celebrated for her exceptional Shakespearean performances, Dorothy Tutin was a prominent figure in theater from the 1950s. She began her career early, joining Peter Hall's company and quickly establishing herself as a significant stage talent.

  • Dick Sargent
    April 19 Dick Sargent

    American television actor who famously replaced Dick York as Darrin Stephens in the popular sitcom 'Bewitched' from 1969 to 1972. He was a well-known character actor in television during the 1960s and 1970s.

  • Silvana Mangano
    April 23 Silvana Mangano

    Iconic Italian actress who rose to international fame with her breakthrough role in 'Bitter Rice' (1949), becoming a symbol of post-war Italian cinema. She was a celebrated beauty queen and actress known for her striking looks and powerful screen presence.

  • Richard Donner
    April 24 Richard Donner

    Renowned Hollywood film director famous for directing iconic movies like Superman (1978), The Goonies, and Lethal Weapon franchise. He was a significant figure in modern cinema who shaped blockbuster filmmaking.

  • Paul Mazursky
    April 25 Paul Mazursky

    Renowned American filmmaker known for critically acclaimed films like 'Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice' and 'Harry and Tonto'. He was a versatile artist who worked as a director, producer, screenwriter, and actor.

  • Carolyn Jones
    April 28 Carolyn Jones

    American actress known for her challenging childhood due to severe asthma, who developed a passion for Hollywood and cinema despite health limitations. She came from a working-class background and pursued her entertainment career with determination.

  • Jean Rochefort
    April 29 Jean Rochefort

    Jean Rochefort was a renowned French actor with a distinguished career spanning several decades, known for his sophisticated comedic roles and memorable performances in critically acclaimed films like 'The Hairdresser's Husband' and 'Ridicule'.

  • David Carpenter
    May 6 David Carpenter

    David Carpenter was a notorious serial killer who terrorized California's parks, committing multiple rapes, robberies, and murders. He was initially imprisoned in 1960 for assaults on women dating back to the late 1940s.

  • Joan Sims
    May 9 Joan Sims

    British comedy actress famous for her roles in the iconic 'Carry On' film series, known for her comedic talent and memorable performances in classic British comedy films.

  • Clint Eastwood
    May 31 Clint Eastwood

    Iconic American actor and filmmaker known for his tough-guy roles in westerns and action movies. He rose to fame through TV's 'Rawhide' and Sergio Leone's spaghetti westerns, later becoming an acclaimed director and Hollywood legend. [bio]

  • Jim Nabors
    June 12 Jim Nabors

    Jim Nabors was a beloved American actor and singer famous for his comedic role as Gomer Pyle in 'The Andy Griffith Show' and its spin-off 'Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.', known for his distinctive voice and comedic talents.

  • Gena Rowlands
    June 19 Gena Rowlands

    Acclaimed American actress known for her powerful performances in independent films, particularly those directed by her husband John Cassavetes. She was a prominent figure in the New Hollywood cinema movement of the 1960s and 1970s. Her work earned her two Oscar nominations and widespread critical acclaim.

  • Gordon Pinsent
    July 12 Gordon Pinsent

    Renowned Canadian actor and writer who significantly contributed to Canadian television and theatre, known for creating and starring in notable TV series like 'A Gift to Last'.

  • Burt Kwouk
    July 18 Burt Kwouk

    Burt Kwouk was a renowned English actor best known for his comedic roles in the Pink Panther film series and the BBC sitcom 'Last of the Summer Wine'.

  • Geoffrey Holder
    Aug. 1 Geoffrey Holder

    Renowned Caribbean-born dancer, choreographer, actor, and director who made significant contributions to performing arts. He was a soloist with the Metropolitan Opera and became an internationally recognized artist with multiple film appearances.

  • Neil Armstrong
    Aug. 5 Neil Armstrong

    Neil Armstrong was an iconic American astronaut who made history as the first human to walk on the moon during the Apollo 11 mission on July 20, 1969. His famous words, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," symbolized humanity's greatest space exploration achievement. [bio]

  • Abbey Lincoln
    Aug. 6 Abbey Lincoln

    Renowned African American jazz vocalist, actress, and civil rights activist known for her powerful musical performances and social justice advocacy.

  • Frank Gifford
    Aug. 16 Frank Gifford

    Legendary NFL player for the New York Giants and later a prominent ABC sportscaster. He was a Hall of Fame football player who set multiple NFL records and was named MVP in 1956.

  • Robert Culp
    Aug. 16 Robert Culp

    Versatile American actor best known for TV series 'I Spy' and 'The Greatest American Hero'. He was a talented performer who successfully transitioned from minor roles to becoming a prominent television actor.

  • Mario Adorf
    Sept. 8 Mario Adorf

    Renowned Swiss-German actor known for versatile character roles in European cinema, often portraying complex and intense characters in dramatic and character-driven films.

  • Cathryn Damon
    Sept. 11 Cathryn Damon

    American actress known for her role as Mary Campbell in the TV series 'Soap', a popular comedy series in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

  • Anne Francis
    Sept. 16 Anne Francis

    American actress and model who began her career as a child performer, appearing in Broadway and Hollywood productions. She is best known for her role in the science fiction TV series 'Forbidden Planet' and various films of the 1950s.

  • Ray Charles
    Sept. 24 Ray Charles

    Legendary American singer-songwriter, pianist, and composer who revolutionized soul, R&B, and popular music with his unique style and innovative approach. [bio]

  • Philip Bosco
    Sept. 26 Philip Bosco

    Accomplished American stage and film actor known for memorable roles in popular movies like 'Working Girl', 'Three Men & a Baby', and 'Children of a Lesser God'.

  • Philippe Noiret
    Oct. 1 Philippe Noiret

    Renowned French actor who starred in over 100 films across a 55-year career, including critically acclaimed movies like 'Cinema Paradiso' and 'Il Postino'. He was celebrated for his versatility in both comedy and dramatic roles, establishing himself as a significant figure in French cinema.

  • Harold Pinter
    Oct. 10 Harold Pinter

    Renowned British playwright and Nobel Laureate in Literature, known for his distinctive dramatic style characterized by pauses and subtle psychological tension. His works significantly influenced modern theater and explored complex human relationships.

  • Geeta Dutt
    Nov. 23 Geeta Dutt

    Geeta Dutt was a legendary playback singer who significantly contributed to the golden era of Bollywood music, known for her melodious and versatile voice. [bio]

  • Geeta Bali
    Nov. 30 Geeta Bali

    Geeta Bali was a prominent Bollywood actress of the 1950s, known for her versatile acting and charming screen presence. She appeared in numerous successful films before her untimely death at the age of 34.

  • Ronnie Corbett
    Dec. 4 Ronnie Corbett

    Beloved Scottish comedian famous for 'The Two Ronnies' comedy sketch show, known for his witty humor and distinctive short stature. He was a prominent figure in British comedy during the 1970s and 1980s.

  • Maximilian Schell
    Dec. 8 Maximilian Schell

    Maximilian Schell was an acclaimed Austrian-Swiss actor, director, and producer who won an Academy Award for Best Actor in 1961 for his powerful performance in 'Judgment at Nuremberg'.

  • Buck Henry
    Dec. 10 Buck Henry

    Buck Henry was an acclaimed American actor, screenwriter, and comedian known for his work on Saturday Night Live and films like The Graduate.

  • Jean-Louis Trintignant
    Dec. 11 Jean-Louis Trintignant

    Jean-Louis Trintignant was a renowned French actor and director known for his significant contributions to European cinema. He gained early fame through his romantic connection with Brigitte Bardot and later established himself as a critically acclaimed performer in both French and Italian films. His career was temporarily interrupted by military service in Algeria but he successfully resumed acting afterward.

  • Robert Prosky
    Dec. 13 Robert Prosky

    Renowned American character actor known for his extensive stage, film, and television work, particularly memorable in roles in 'Hill Street Blues' and 'Broadcast News'.

  • Armin Mueller-Stahl
    Dec. 17 Armin Mueller-Stahl

    Renowned German actor and artist known for his versatile performances in international cinema and his accomplished painting career. He has appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films and is respected for his artistic talents both on screen and canvas.