Famous people and celebrities born in June 1932

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in June 1932! 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.

• June 1 Christopher Lasch

  Prominent American social critic and historian known for his influential works on American culture, including 'The Culture of Narcissism'. He critically analyzed modern society's psychological and social trends.

• June 4 John Drew Barrymore

  American actor from the famous Barrymore theatrical dynasty, known for his acting career and family legacy.

• June 5 Christy Brown

  Irish novelist from Dublin, famous for his autobiographical works including 'My Left Foot' and 'Down All the Days'.

• June 6 David Scott (astronaut)

  Prominent NASA astronaut who commanded the Apollo 15 mission and was the seventh person to walk on the moon, making significant contributions to space exploration.

• June 8 Ray Illingworth

  Renowned English cricket player and commentator who was a significant figure in cricket during the 1960s and 1970s, known for his leadership and strategic skills both as a player and later as a cricket administrator.

• June 10 Gardner McKay

  American actor and adventurer who transitioned from Hollywood stardom to a life of global exploration, working as a yacht crew member, traveling extensively, and pursuing diverse creative interests like photography, teaching, and sculpting.

• June 11 Athol Fugard

  Renowned South African playwright, novelist, and director known for his powerful anti-apartheid works, particularly the play 'Blood Knot'.

• June 13 Bob McGrath

  Bob McGrath was a beloved American actor and singer best known for his long-running role on the children's television show Sesame Street, where he was a cherished cast member for over four decades. He was a key figure in early children's educational programming and touched the lives of millions of children worldwide.

• June 14 Joe Arpaio

  Controversial former Sheriff of Maricopa County, Arizona, known for his hardline immigration enforcement and self-proclaimed 'toughest sheriff in America' persona.

• June 15 Mario Cuomo

  Prominent American politician who served as Governor of New York from 1983 to 1994, known for his powerful oratory and progressive Democratic leadership.

• June 17 Peter Lupus

  American actor and bodybuilder known for his role in the classic TV series 'Mission: Impossible' as Willy Armitage.

• June 17 Jany Le Pen

  Wife of Jean-Marie Le Pen, a prominent figure in the French far-right political movement and mother of Marine Le Pen.

• June 18 Dudley Herschbach

  Renowned American chemist at Harvard University who won the 1986 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for groundbreaking research on chemical reaction dynamics, sharing the award with Yuan T. Lee and John C. Polanyi.

• June 19 Pier Angeli

  Italian-American actress who rose to fame in Rome and Hollywood, known for her breakthrough roles in films like 'Teresa' and 'Domani è troppo tardi'. She was a prominent actress in the 1950s Hollywood scene.

• June 19 Marisa Pavan

  Italian-American actress and twin sister of Pier Angeli, known for her Oscar-nominated supporting role in 'The Rose Tattoo' (1955). She worked extensively in film and television during the 1950s, with notable appearances in 'Drum Beat' and 'Solomon and Sheba'.

• June 20 Robert Rozhdestvensky

  Renowned Soviet and Russian poet, known for his lyrical works and significant contributions to 20th-century Russian poetry. He wrote numerous poems, songs, and literary works that captured the spirit of his era.

• June 21 Lalo Schifrin

  Renowned Argentinian pianist, composer, and conductor famous for composing iconic film and TV scores, including the Mission: Impossible theme.

• June 22 Amrish Puri

  Legendary Indian actor known for his powerful character roles in Bollywood cinema, particularly memorable as a villain in numerous iconic films.

• June 22 Prunella Scales

  Renowned British actress best known for her iconic role as Sybil Fawlty in the classic comedy series 'Fawlty Towers' alongside John Cleese.

• June 22 Soraya Esfandiary-Bakhtiari

  Iranian princess and queen consort who was the second wife of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, symbolizing the glamour of the Iranian royal family during the mid-20th century.

• June 23 Peter Millett

  Baron Millett was a distinguished English lawyer and judge who served in the UK's highest courts, making significant contributions to British legal jurisprudence.

• June 25 Peter Blake

  Influential English pop artist and illustrator famous for his iconic album cover designs, including The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.

• June 26 Don Valentine

  Pioneering American venture capitalist who played a crucial role in Silicon Valley's early startup ecosystem, particularly known for founding Sequoia Capital.

• June 27 Anna Moffo

  Renowned lyric-coloratura soprano who performed at the Metropolitan Opera for 17 seasons and was known as 'la bellissima'. She hosted an Italian TV show in the 1960s but suffered a vocal breakdown in 1974 that impacted her career.

• June 28 Pat Morita

  Pat Morita was a renowned Japanese-American actor best known for his iconic role as Mr. Miyagi in the Karate Kid film series. He was a beloved character actor who also appeared in the popular TV show Happy Days and starred in his own series Mr. T and Tina.

• June 30 Mongo Beti

  Mongo Beti was a prominent Cameroonian novelist and intellectual who critically examined colonial oppression and post-colonial African society through his powerful literary works. His writings were known for their sharp social commentary and resistance against colonial narratives. He is considered an important voice in African literature of the 20th century.