Famous people and celebrities born in February 1936

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in February 1936! 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. 1 Tuncel Kurtiz

  Prominent Turkish actor, director, and screenwriter known for significant contributions to Turkish cinema and theater.

• Feb. 2 Duane Jones

  African American actor best known for his pioneering role in the classic horror film 'Night of the Living Dead', which became a landmark in independent cinema and zombie movie genre.

• Feb. 3 Jim Marshall

  Iconic American rock photography pioneer who captured legendary images of music's most influential artists during the 1960s and 1970s.

• Feb. 3 Bob Simpson

  Prominent Australian cricket player and coach who significantly contributed to the sport's development in Australia during the mid-20th century.

• Feb. 3 Jeanine Basinger

  Renowned film historian and academic known for her extensive research and writings on cinema history.

• Feb. 4 Claude Nobs

  Legendary founder and general manager of the Montreux Jazz Festival, Claude Nobs was a pivotal figure in music history who transformed a small Swiss event into a world-renowned musical celebration. He was instrumental in connecting international jazz and rock artists with the festival, creating a unique cultural platform.

• Feb. 8 Francis Sejersted

  Prominent Norwegian historian and academic who served as chairman of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, playing a significant role in the Nobel Peace Prize selection process.

• Feb. 11 Burt Reynolds

  Iconic American actor known for his charismatic roles in 1970s films like 'Smokey and the Bandit' and 'Deliverance'. He was a former football player who transitioned to acting after a career-ending knee injury. Reynolds became a major Hollywood star and sex symbol during his prime.

• Feb. 12 Joe Don Baker

  Joe Don Baker is an American actor known for his roles in action films like 'Walking Tall' and 'Charley Varrick', who gained prominence in the 1970s and 1980s.

• Feb. 13 Leamon King

  American track and field athlete who held the world record in the 100-meter sprint for males from 1956 to 1960, and was an Olympic gold medalist in the 4x100 meter relay.

• Feb. 14 Anna German

  Renowned Polish singer and cultural icon known for her distinctive voice and tragic early death. She was a popular artist in Poland and Eastern Europe during the 1960s and 1970s.

• Feb. 16 Carl Icahn

  Carl Icahn is a renowned American billionaire investor, business magnate, and corporate raider famous for his aggressive activist investing strategies and significant influence in Wall Street.

• Feb. 17 Jim Brown

  Legendary NFL running back for the Cleveland Browns and Hollywood actor, known for his exceptional athletic prowess and roles in films like 'The Dirty Dozen'.

• Feb. 18 Ian Hacking

  Renowned Canadian philosopher known for his work in philosophy of science, philosophy of language, and social epistemology.

• Feb. 18 Jean Auel

  Acclaimed American author best known for her 'Earth's Children' prehistoric fiction series, which includes bestsellers like 'Clan of the Cave Bear' and has been translated into 15 languages.

• Feb. 20 Shigeo Nagashima

  Legendary Japanese baseball player and coach, considered one of the most iconic figures in Japanese baseball history.

• Feb. 21 Barbara Jordan

  Barbara Jordan was a pioneering African American politician who made significant contributions to the Civil Rights Movement. She served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas and was known for her powerful oratory and commitment to social justice.

• Feb. 21 Adua Pavarotti

  Adua Pavarotti was the first wife of famous opera singer Luciano Pavarotti. Their marriage lasted 35 years before ending in divorce, during which they had three daughters together.

• Feb. 22 J. Michael Bishop

  Renowned American microbiologist and immunologist who won the Nobel Prize for groundbreaking research in oncogenes and cancer development.

• Feb. 23 Roger Rivière

  French professional cyclist who was a prominent track and road racer during the late 1950s, known for his competitive performances in cycling competitions.

• Feb. 24 Guillermo O'Donnell

  Renowned Argentine political scientist who made significant contributions to understanding democratic transitions and political institutions in Latin America.

• Feb. 24 René Pellat

  Prominent French engineer and scientific administrator who held key leadership positions in French research institutions like CNRS and CNES, and served as High Commissioner for Atomic Energy.

• Feb. 24 Martin Malvy

  French socialist politician who served in various significant political roles, including as a regional president in southwestern France.

• Feb. 24 Lance Reventlow

  Wealthy American sports car designer and racer, known as the only child of socialite Barbara Hutton, who made significant contributions to automotive racing.

• Feb. 25 Jerry Reinsdorf

  Influential American businessman and owner of the Chicago Bulls and Chicago White Sox sports franchises.

• Feb. 26 José Policarpo

  Portuguese Catholic Cardinal who served as Patriarch of Lisbon from 1998 to 2013, a significant religious leader in Portugal's ecclesiastical hierarchy.

• Feb. 29 Alex Rocco

  American actor known for roles in film and television, including memorable performances in 'The Godfather' and 'The Stunt Man'.

• Feb. 29 Henri Richard

  Canadian professional ice hockey player who played for the Montreal Canadiens and holds the record for most Stanley Cup wins in NHL history with 11 championships.

• Feb. 29 Jack R Lousma

  NASA astronaut and United States Marine Corps officer, known for piloting the third Skylab mission and commanding the second Space Shuttle mission.