Famous people and celebrities born in February 1934

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 1934! 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.

• Feb. 4 Janet Michie

  Scottish politician who served as a Liberal Democrat Member of Parliament, elected in the 1987 general election. She was a notable figure in British political landscape during her parliamentary career.

• Feb. 5 Hank Aaron

  Legendary African American baseball player who broke Babe Ruth's home run record and became a symbol of racial progress in sports. He played most of his career with the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves, enduring significant racial discrimination while becoming one of baseball's greatest players.

• Feb. 5 Don Cherry

  Iconic Canadian ice hockey commentator and former coach known for his flamboyant style and outspoken personality. He was a prominent figure in hockey broadcasting for decades, particularly through his segment 'Coach's Corner' on Hockey Night in Canada.

• Feb. 6 Martin Sklar in New Jersey

  Influential Disney executive who created Disneyland News and Vacationland magazine, and was named a Disney Legend in 2001.

• Feb. 7 Earl King

  Earl King was a renowned American blues musician, songwriter, and guitarist who significantly influenced the New Orleans blues and R&B scene during the mid-20th century.

• Feb. 11 Tina Louise

  Tina Louise is an iconic American actress best known for her glamorous role as Ginger Grant on the classic television sitcom Gilligan's Island, which aired from 1964 to 1967.

• Feb. 11 Mary Quant

  Mary Quant was a revolutionary British fashion designer who played a pivotal role in defining 1960s fashion, particularly popularizing the miniskirt and helping create the 'Swinging London' style.

• Feb. 11 Manuel Noriega

  Manuel Noriega was a controversial Panamanian military dictator who ruled Panama from 1983 to 1989, later overthrown by a US military intervention and imprisoned for drug trafficking and human rights violations.

• Feb. 11 John Surtees

  John Surtees was a unique motorsport legend, being the only person to win World Championships on both two and four wheels.

• Feb. 12 Annette Crosbie

  Annette Crosbie is a renowned Scottish actress best known for her role as Margaret Meldrew in the popular British comedy series 'One Foot in the Grave'. She has had a distinguished career in television, radio, and stage performances.

• Feb. 12 Bill Russell

  Bill Russell was a legendary NBA player for the Boston Celtics, widely considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time. He won 11 NBA championships and was a pivotal figure in civil rights movement.

• Feb. 13 George Segal

  Versatile American actor and musician known for Oscar-nominated performance in 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf' and numerous comedic and dramatic film roles. He was also an accomplished banjo player who released a jazz album in 1967.

• Feb. 14 Florence Henderson

  Iconic American actress and television star best known for her role as Carol Brady in the groundbreaking family sitcom 'The Brady Bunch'. She was a versatile performer who appeared on Broadway, television, and in various entertainment venues throughout her career.

• Feb. 15 Niklaus Wirth

  Niklaus Wirth is a renowned Swiss computer scientist who significantly influenced programming language design, creating Pascal and Modula, which became foundational in computer science education and software development.

• Feb. 17 Alan Bates

  Renowned British actor who was a key figure in the British New Wave cinema and theatre. He starred in iconic films like 'Women in Love' and 'Zorba the Greek', and was celebrated for his powerful stage performances.

• Feb. 17 Barry Humphries

  Legendary Australian comedian, actor, and artist famous for creating the iconic character Dame Edna Everage. He revolutionized comedy with his satirical and flamboyant performances.

• Feb. 18 Audre Lorde

  Renowned African American poet, feminist, and civil rights activist who powerfully addressed issues of race, gender, sexuality, and class through her writing and activism.

• Feb. 18 Paco Rabanne

  Innovative Spanish-French fashion designer known for revolutionary designs using unconventional materials like metal and plastic in haute couture.

• Feb. 18 Aldo Ceccato

  Accomplished Italian orchestral conductor who led the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and has an extensive background in classical music performance and education.

• Feb. 19 Pierre Barouh

  French singer, composer, and actor renowned for his significant contribution to the iconic film 'A Man and a Woman', where he wrote lyrics and performed music composed by Francis Lai.

• Feb. 20 Bobby Unser

  Legendary American race car driver from a prominent auto-racing family, who won the Indianapolis 500 twice in 1968 and 1975. His remarkable career and achievements are documented in Joe Scalzo's biography.

• Feb. 21 Rue McClanahan

  Emmy Award-winning actress best known for her iconic role as Blanche Devereaux in the beloved sitcom 'The Golden Girls'. She was a talented performer who brought humor and charm to television comedy in the 1980s.

• Feb. 22 Sparky Anderson

  Legendary baseball manager who led the Cincinnati Reds and Detroit Tigers to World Series victories, known for his strategic brilliance and leadership in Major League Baseball.

• Feb. 23 Jacques Séguéla

  Jacques Séguéla is a prominent French advertising executive who co-founded the influential RSCG advertising agency in 1970, which was later incorporated into the Havas Group in 1996.

• Feb. 24 Renata Scotto

  Renowned Italian operatic soprano who had a distinguished international career, making significant debuts in Milan, London, and the Metropolitan Opera House. She was celebrated for her versatility as a lyric-coloratura and dramatic soprano, and authored an autobiography titled 'More than a Diva'.

• Feb. 24 Bettino Craxi

  Prominent Italian politician who served as the 45th Prime Minister of Italy from 1983 to 1987. He was a key figure in the Italian Socialist Party and played a significant role in Italian politics during the 1980s.

• Feb. 25 Linda Cristal

  Linda Cristal was an Argentine-American actress best known for her iconic role as Victoria Cannon in the popular Western television series 'The High Chaparral'. She was a prominent actress in both Hollywood and Latin American cinema during the 1960s and 1970s.

• Feb. 27 Ralph Nader

  Renowned American consumer advocate and attorney who revolutionized product safety regulations, leading to landmark consumer protection legislation like the Traffic Safety Act of 1958.

• Feb. 28 Willie Bobo

  Willie Bobo was a renowned Latin jazz and salsa drummer known for his innovative percussion style and significant contributions to the jazz and Latin music scenes during the 1960s and 1970s.

• Feb. 28 Maurice Godelier

  Maurice Godelier is a prominent French anthropologist known for his groundbreaking work in social anthropology, Marxist anthropological theory, and extensive field research among the Baruya people of Papua New Guinea.