Famous people and celebrities born in December 1930

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in December 1930! 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. 2 Gary Becker

  Gary Becker was a Nobel Prize-winning economist who revolutionized economic analysis by applying economic methods to human behavior and social issues.

• 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.

• Dec. 4 Jean-Luc Godard

  Pioneering French-Swiss film director and key figure of the French New Wave cinema movement. His innovative filmmaking techniques revolutionized modern cinema.

• Dec. 4 Jim Hall

  Renowned American jazz guitarist and composer who significantly influenced modern jazz guitar techniques. He was known for his innovative and subtle playing style.

• Dec. 5 Larry Kert

  American actor and singer best known for his role as Tony in the original Broadway production of 'West Side Story' and its film adaptation.

• 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'.

• 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.

• 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.

• Dec. 12 Silvio Santos

  Renowned Brazilian media mogul who transformed from a street vendor to the owner of SBT, one of Brazil's largest television networks. A Sephardi Jewish entrepreneur with Turkish and Greek roots, he became a legendary television host and successful businessman.

• 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'.

• Dec. 15 Edna O'Brien

  Renowned Irish novelist and feminist writer known for her groundbreaking works exploring women's experiences, sexuality, and social constraints in mid-20th century Ireland. She has written numerous novels, short stories, and plays that challenged conservative societal norms. Her influential writing has earned her significant recognition in contemporary literature.

• 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.

• Dec. 18 Moose Skowron

  Moose Skowron was a prominent first baseman who played for the New York Yankees during the 1950s and early 1960s, known for his powerful hitting and key role in the Yankees' dynasty.

• Dec. 19 Wally Olins

  Renowned British branding expert and author who significantly influenced corporate identity and brand strategy globally.

• Dec. 24 Robert Joffrey

  Renowned American ballet dancer, choreographer, and director who co-founded the influential Joffrey Ballet, significantly contributing to modern dance in the United States.

• Dec. 25 Salah Jahin

  Renowned Egyptian poet, playwright, and composer who made significant contributions to Arabic literature and cultural arts.

• Dec. 26 Donald Moffat

  Accomplished English-American character actor known for numerous film, television, and stage roles, including appearances in 'The Thing' and 'Clear and Present Danger'.

• Dec. 26 Jean Ferrat

  Renowned French poet and singer celebrated for his poetic musical interpretations, especially of Louis Aragon's works, and his significant contribution to French cultural landscape.

• Dec. 27 Marshall Sahlins

  Renowned American anthropologist known for his significant contributions to cultural anthropology and his influential studies on economic anthropology and cultural theory.

• Dec. 30 Tu Youyou

  Nobel Prize-winning Chinese pharmaceutical chemist famous for discovering artemisinin, a breakthrough treatment for malaria.

• Dec. 31 Odetta

  Odetta Holmes was a legendary American folk singer, civil rights activist, and influential musician known as the 'Voice of the Civil Rights Movement'. She played a crucial role in the folk music revival of the 1950s and 1960s, inspiring artists like Bob Dylan and Joan Baez.

• Dec. 31 Jaime Escalante

  Jaime Escalante was a renowned Bolivian-American mathematics teacher who gained national recognition for teaching calculus to students in a challenging East Los Angeles high school. His inspiring story was immortalized in the movie 'Stand and Deliver'.