Famous people and celebrities born in April 1931

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in April 1931! 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.

• April 3 Dominique Paturel

  Renowned French voice actor famous for dubbing international movie stars like Terence Hill, Michael Caine, and George Peppard in French, including the iconic role of Hannibal Smith in 'The A-Team'.

• April 4 Bobby Ray Inman

  Highly respected American naval admiral and intelligence official who served in key leadership roles in the U.S. intelligence community during the Cold War era.

• April 6 Suchitra Sen

  Legendary Bengali actress who was a prominent figure in Indian cinema during the 1950s and 1960s, known for her exceptional acting skills and beauty.

• April 6 Ram Dass

  Influential spiritual teacher, psychologist, and author who played a crucial role in introducing Eastern spirituality to Western audiences through his groundbreaking books and lectures.

• April 6 Baba Ram Dass

  Same as Ram Dass (ID 324445), alternative name for the spiritual teacher and author.

• April 7 Daniel Ellsberg

  Daniel Ellsberg was a pivotal whistleblower who leaked the Pentagon Papers in 1971, revealing secret US government documents about the Vietnam War. His actions significantly impacted public perception of the war and government transparency.

• April 7 Ted Kotcheff

  Ted Kotcheff is a renowned Canadian film director known for diverse works like 'The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz' and the groundbreaking action film 'First Blood', which launched the Rambo franchise.

• April 8 John Gavin

  John Gavin was a prominent Hispanic-American actor and diplomat known for his roles in classic films like 'Spartacus' and 'Romanoff and Juliet'. He served as a naval intelligence officer and was president of the Screen Actors Guild from 1971 to 1973.

• April 10 Kishori Amonkar

  Kishori Amonkar was a renowned Indian classical vocalist, considered one of the most significant Hindustani classical singers of the 20th century. She was known for her exceptional musical talent and innovative approach to classical music.

• April 10 René Follet

  René Follet was a respected Belgian comics artist and illustrator with a prolific 50-year career. Though he did not create a single long-running series, he was highly regarded by his peers for numerous short comics and illustrations.

• April 11 Koichi Sugiyama

  Legendary Japanese video game music composer best known for creating iconic soundtracks for the Dragon Quest series. He revolutionized game music by treating it with the same artistic seriousness as classical compositions.

• April 12 Chico Anysio

  Renowned Brazilian comedian and actor who was a prominent television personality, creating over 100 unique characters throughout his long-running comedy show. He was known for his intelligent humor and versatility in entertainment.

• April 13 Dan Gurney

  Legendary American race car driver and engineer who made significant contributions to motorsports. Known for his innovative designs and racing achievements.

• April 15 Pierre Vaneck

  Vietnam-born Belgian actor who made his stage debut in 1952 and film debut in 1954, known for his versatile career in performing arts.

• April 15 Tomas Tranströmer

  Nobel Prize-winning Swedish poet, psychologist, and translator known for his profound literary contributions and unique poetic style.

• April 16 Julian Carroll

  American politician who served as the 54th Governor of Kentucky from 1974 to 1979. He was a prominent Democratic Party leader in Kentucky's political landscape.

• April 17 Malcolm Browne

  Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist who captured iconic images during the Vietnam War, particularly the self-immolation of Buddhist monk Thích Quảng Đức, which became a powerful symbol of protest.

• April 19 Walter Stewart

  Prominent Canadian journalist and author known for his investigative reporting and literary works.

• April 20 Louis Pouzin

  French computer scientist who played a crucial role in developing internet protocols, particularly contributing to the foundational TCP/IP technologies that enable global internet communication.

• April 22 Morgan Wootten

  Renowned American high school basketball coach who significantly influenced the sport and mentored numerous successful players throughout his career.

• April 24 Bridget Riley

  Pioneering British artist who was a key figure in the Op Art movement, creating mesmerizing geometric paintings that play with visual perception and optical illusions.

• April 24 Chuck Feeney

  Philanthropic businessman who co-founded Duty Free Shoppers and pioneered 'Giving While Living' by donating nearly his entire fortune to charitable causes.

• April 25 David Shepherd

  Renowned British wildlife artist famous for his passionate conservation work and iconic animal paintings, particularly his celebrated 'Tiger Fire' piece. He authored several books documenting his artistic journey and wildlife experiences.

• April 29 Lonnie Donegan

  A pioneering Scottish skiffle musician who significantly influenced British rock and pop music, releasing 17 top ten hits between 1956 and 1962, including three number one singles.

• April 30 King Hu

  King Hu was a renowned Taiwanese film director famous for revolutionizing the wuxia (martial arts) genre in cinema, particularly through his masterpiece 'A Touch of Zen'.