Famous people and celebrities born in October 1930

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in October 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.

• 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.

• Oct. 2 Richard Harris

  Richard Harris was an Irish actor, singer, and film director known for roles in films like 'A Man Called Horse' and 'Harry Potter' series as Dumbledore.

• Oct. 4 Kate Reid

  Kate Reid was a notable Canadian actress known for her stage and screen performances, particularly in theater and television productions.

• Oct. 5 Reinhard Selten

  Renowned German economist and mathematician who was awarded the Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking work in game theory.

• Oct. 6 Richie Benaud

  Legendary Australian cricket commentator and former Test cricket captain who became one of the most respected voices in international cricket broadcasting.

• Oct. 9 Toru Takemitsu

  Influential Japanese composer who significantly impacted 20th-century classical and film music, known for blending Eastern and Western musical traditions.

• Oct. 9 Faith Ringgold

  Renowned African American artist known for her narrative quilts, paintings, and civil rights activism.

• 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.

• Oct. 10 Adlai Stevenson

  Prominent American politician who served as Governor of Illinois and was twice the Democratic Party's nominee for President. He was known for his intellectual approach and eloquent speeches.

• Oct. 10 Yves Chauvin

  CHE - French chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1930)

• Oct. 11 LaVell Edwards

  Legendary American football coach who led Brigham Young University's football program for 29 years, transforming the team and influencing modern passing strategies.

• Oct. 12 Denis Brodeur

  Renowned Canadian ice hockey player and professional photographer who captured significant moments in sports history.

• Oct. 14 Joseph Mobuto

  Joseph Mobuto was a Congolese political leader who rose from journalism to become army chief of staff and later president, allegedly with covert CIA support during the Cold War era.

• Oct. 14 Mobutu Sese Seko

  Mobutu Sese Seko was the long-standing president of Zaire (now Democratic Republic of the Congo), who ruled from 1965 to 1997 and became infamous for his kleptocratic regime.

• Oct. 15 Fela Ransome / Anikulapo Kuti

  Legendary Nigerian musician, political activist, and pioneer of Afrobeat music who significantly influenced global music and social movements.

• Oct. 15 FM-2030

  Futurist philosopher, transhumanist thinker, and author known for pioneering ideas about human transformation and technological evolution.

• Oct. 16 Carmen Sevilla

  Carmen Sevilla is a renowned Spanish actress and singer who was a prominent figure in Spanish entertainment during the mid-20th century, starring in numerous films and television shows.

• Oct. 17 Robert Atkins

  Renowned American cardiologist who developed the controversial Atkins Diet, a low-carbohydrate nutritional approach that revolutionized dietary thinking. He tragically died from head injuries after a fall outside his Manhattan office in 2003.

• Oct. 22 Estela de Carlotto

  Prominent Argentine human rights activist and president of the Grandmothers of the Plaza de Mayo, known for her tireless work in searching for children stolen during the military dictatorship.

• Oct. 23 Gérard Blain

  Prominent French New Wave actor and film director known for his pivotal roles in Claude Chabrol's classics 'Le Beau Serge' and 'Les Cousins'. He transitioned from acting to directing in the 1970s, developing a distinctive neutral and humanistic cinematic style.

• Oct. 27 Leo Baxendale

  Renowned British comic book artist famous for creating iconic characters in children's comics like The Beano, significantly influencing British cartoon illustration in the mid-20th century.

• Oct. 28 Bernie Ecclestone

  Bernie Ecclestone is a prominent British businessman who transformed Formula One racing, serving as its CEO and commercial rights holder for decades and significantly shaping modern motorsports.

• Oct. 29 Niki de Saint Phalle

  Renowned French-American artist known for her large-scale sculptural works, feminist art, and innovative artistic techniques combining painting, sculpture, and performance art.

• Oct. 29 Omara Portuondo

  Legendary Cuban singer and dancer, key member of the Buena Vista Social Club, who significantly influenced Latin and world music.

• Oct. 30 Clifford Brown

  Legendary jazz trumpeter who revolutionized bebop and hard bop styles, known for his extraordinary musical talent and tragically short career before his death at 25.

• Oct. 31 Michael Collins

  Renowned NASA astronaut who piloted the Apollo 11 command module during the historic first moon landing, playing a crucial role in one of humanity's greatest achievements.