Famous people and celebrities born in October 1931

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

• Oct. 1 Angie Dickinson

  Iconic American actress known for her roles in film and television, particularly in crime and drama genres.

• Oct. 3 Glenn Hall

  Legendary NHL goaltender known as 'Mr. Goalie', Hall played 18 seasons and was famous for never wearing a mask and pioneering the butterfly goaltending style.

• Oct. 6 Riccardo Giacconi

  Renowned Italian physicist who revolutionized X-ray astronomy and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2002. His groundbreaking work led to the development of telescopes capable of producing X-ray images, fundamentally transforming our understanding of the universe.

• Oct. 7 Desmond Mpilo Tutu

  Nobel Prize laureate for his role as a unifying leader figure in the non-violent campaign to resolve the problem of apartheid in South Africa

• Oct. 8 Desmond Tutu

  Archbishop Desmond Tutu was a renowned South African Anglican cleric, theologian, and human rights activist who played a crucial role in the anti-apartheid movement and won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1984.

• Oct. 12 Ole-Johan Dahl

  Ole-Johan Dahl was a pioneering Norwegian computer scientist who co-developed Simula, one of the first object-oriented programming languages, which significantly influenced modern software development.

• Oct. 12 KN Rao

  KN Rao is a renowned Indian astrologer based in Delhi, known for his extensive writings on Jyotish (Vedic astrology) and numerous books on the subject.

• Oct. 13 Raymond Kopa

  Raymond Kopa was a legendary French footballer who played a pivotal role in Real Madrid's success during the 1950s and was a key member of the French national team, known for his exceptional technical skills and strategic play.

• Oct. 13 Eddie Mathews

  Eddie Mathews was a Hall of Fame baseball player who spent most of his career with the Milwaukee Braves, forming a legendary home run duo with Hank Aaron and helping the team win its first World Series title.

• Oct. 15 Abdul Kalam

  A. P. J. Abdul Kalam was a renowned Indian scientist, aerospace engineer, and statesman who served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007. Known as the 'Missile Man of India', he played a crucial role in India's civilian space program and military missile development. He was also a beloved teacher and inspirational figure for millions of Indian …

• Oct. 16 A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

  Renowned Indian scientist, aerospace engineer, and former President of India, widely known as the 'People's President'.

• Oct. 16 Charles Colson

  Prominent American lawyer and political figure known for his role in the Watergate scandal and later Christian ministry.

• Oct. 17 José Alencar

  Influential Brazilian businessman and politician who played a significant role in Brazilian national politics.

• Oct. 19 John Le Carre

  John le Carré was a renowned British novelist who revolutionized the spy genre with his complex, morally ambiguous espionage narratives. He drew from his own experiences in British intelligence to create seminal works like 'The Spy Who Came in from the Cold' and 'Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy'.

• Oct. 19 Manolo Escobar

  Manolo Escobar was a famous Spanish singer and actor who was a prominent figure in Spanish popular music during the mid-20th century. He was known for his romantic ballads and traditional Spanish music styles.

• Oct. 20 Mickey Mantle

  Legendary New York Yankees center fielder who is considered one of the greatest switch-hitters in baseball history. He played his entire 18-year career with the Yankees, winning seven World Series championships. Mantle was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974.

• Oct. 21 Shammi Kapoor

  Legendary Indian actor and filmmaker known as the 'Elvis of Bollywood', who revolutionized dance and style in Hindi cinema during the 1950s and 1960s.

• Oct. 23 Diana Dors

  British sex symbol and actress of the 1950s and 1960s, known for her platinum blonde looks and provocative image. She transitioned from glamour model to character actress, making significant contributions to British cinema.

• Oct. 25 Annie Girardot

  Renowned French actress who was a prominent member of the Comédie-Française and achieved international acclaim through her powerful performances in cinema. She won multiple César Awards and was particularly celebrated for her role in Luchino Visconti's 'Rocco and His Brothers'.

• Oct. 25 Klaus Hasselmann

  Nobel Prize laureate for the physical modelling of Earth’s climate, quantifying variability and reliably predicting global warming

• Oct. 26 Bernard Krief

  Prominent French business executive and marketing strategist who transformed advertising at Air France and founded his own consulting group, working with major global brands like IBM and Sony.

• Oct. 28 Nawal El Saadawi

  Nawal El Saadawi was a prominent Egyptian feminist writer, physician, and activist known for her groundbreaking work on women's rights, gender equality, and critical analysis of patriarchal societies in the Arab world.

• Oct. 31 Dan Rather

  Dan Rather is a prominent American broadcast journalist who served as anchor of CBS Evening News for 24 years. He was known for his distinctive reporting style and coverage of major historical events, including the Vietnam War and Watergate scandal.