Famous people and celebrities born in July 1935

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in July 1935! 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.

• July 1 David Prowse

  Famous British actor best known for physically portraying Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy, and also recognized as the Green Cross Code Man in UK road safety campaigns.

• July 1 James Cotton

  Legendary blues harmonica player and singer who significantly influenced the Chicago blues scene, known for his powerful harmonica style and collaborations with major blues artists.

• July 2 Gilbert Kalish

  Renowned American classical pianist and distinguished music educator known for his interpretations of contemporary classical music and significant contributions to academic music training.

• July 3 Cheo Feliciano

  Legendary Puerto Rican salsa singer who significantly influenced Latin music, known for his powerful voice and iconic hits like 'Anacaona'. He was a key figure in the salsa movement of the 1970s and 1980s.

• July 3 Harrison Schmitt

  Renowned NASA astronaut and geologist who was the lunar module pilot for Apollo 17, becoming the 12th person to walk on the moon. He was one of the first scientist-astronauts and made significant contributions to lunar geological research.

• July 4 Jack Schmitt

  Jack Schmitt is a geologist and former NASA astronaut who was part of the Apollo 17 mission, the last manned lunar landing. He was the first professional geologist to walk on the moon, significantly contributing to lunar scientific exploration.

• July 5 Fergus Millar

  Sir Fergus Millar was a distinguished British historian and Camden Professor Emeritus of Ancient History at Oxford University, renowned for his significant contributions to Roman history studies.

• July 6 14th Dalai Lama

  The 14th Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, and a globally recognized advocate for peace, human rights, and Tibetan autonomy.

• July 6 The 14th Dalai Lama (Tenzin Gyatso)

  Nobel Prize laureate for advocating peaceful solutions based upon tolerance and mutual respect in order to preserve the historical and cultural heritage of his people

• July 6 Candy Barr

  Controversial American exotic dancer and performer who experienced significant personal hardships, including childhood trauma and early life challenges in Texas.

• July 7 Dalai Lama

  Spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism and global symbol of peace, currently Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama.

• July 8 Steve Lawrence

  Renowned American pop singer and actor, famous for his musical duo with wife Eydie Gormé and performances on television and stage.

• July 9 Mercedes Sosa

  Legendary Argentine folk singer known as 'La Negra', who was a prominent figure in Latin American music and Nueva Canción movement.

• July 9 Wim Duisenberg

  Prominent Dutch politician and economist who served as Minister of Finance and first President of the European Central Bank.

• July 10 Tura Satana

  Iconic cult actress known for her role in Russ Meyer's 'Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!' and her influential status in underground cinema.

• July 13 Jack Kemp

  Jack Kemp was an influential American politician and professional football player who played quarterback in the AFL, later becoming a prominent Republican congressman and vice-presidential nominee.

• July 15 Alex Karras

  Renowned NFL player for the Detroit Lions who later became a successful actor, known for his versatility in sports and entertainment.

• July 15 Ken Kercheval

  Iconic American actor best known for his role as Cliff Barnes in the long-running TV series 'Dallas', a defining character of 1980s television.

• July 17 Donald Sutherland

  Renowned Canadian-American actor with a prolific career spanning over six decades, known for versatile roles in film, television, and theater.

• July 17 Diahann Carroll

  Groundbreaking African American actress and singer who broke racial barriers, first Black woman to star in her own TV series with 'Julia', and Tony Award winner.

• July 18 Tenley Albright

  Pioneering American figure skater who won gold medals in the 1952 and 1956 Winter Olympics, becoming a trailblazer in women's figure skating and inspiring future generations of athletes.

• July 23 Jim Hall

  Pioneering American race car designer and driver known for innovative contributions to motorsports, particularly in Can-Am and sports car racing.

• July 24 Anne-Marie Peysson

  A versatile French media personality who worked as a journalist, radio-TV host, singer, and writer, making significant contributions to French entertainment in the mid-20th century.

• July 29 Peter Schreier

  Peter Schreier was a renowned German tenor and conductor, celebrated for his exceptional interpretations of classical and baroque music, particularly Mozart and Bach.

• July 29 Claude Bébéar

  Claude Bébéar is a prominent French business leader who transformed AXA into a global insurance powerhouse, playing a significant role in the international financial sector.

• July 31 Geoffrey Lewis

  American character actor known for his versatile roles in film and television, particularly in Clint Eastwood westerns and comedies.

• July 31 Yvon Deschamps

  Prominent Canadian comedian and producer who significantly influenced Quebec's comedy scene with his satirical and social commentary performances.