Famous people and celebrities born in March 1940

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in March 1940! 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.

• March 2 Billy McNeill

  Legendary Scottish footballer who captained Celtic FC to European Cup victory in 1967, becoming the first British team to win the prestigious tournament.

• March 3 Perry Ellis

  Influential American fashion designer who revolutionized 1980s fashion with his innovative 'slouch' style. He transformed menswear with layered, oversized designs and had a significant impact on the fashion industry before his early death.

• March 4 Alpha Conde

  Prominent Guinean politician who served as President of Guinea, leading the Rally of the Guinean People political party.

• March 6 Willie Stargell

  Legendary Pittsburgh Pirates baseball player, known for his powerful hitting and leadership, who was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1988.

• March 6 Philippe Lacoue-Labarthe

  Prominent French philosopher and literary critic known for his significant contributions to contemporary philosophical discourse, particularly in deconstruction and literary theory.

• March 7 Daniel Travanti

  American actor best known for his role in 'Hill Street Blues', a groundbreaking TV series that ran from 1981 to 1987 and won 26 Emmy Awards. He was inducted into the Wisconsin Performing Arts Hall of Fame in 1994.

• March 9 Raul Julia

  Raul Julia was a renowned Puerto Rican actor who gained international fame for his versatile performances in film and theater, particularly memorable in 'The Addams Family' and the critically acclaimed 'Kiss of the Spider Woman'.

• March 10 Chuck Norris

  Legendary martial artist and actor known for his tough-guy roles in action movies like 'Walker, Texas Ranger' and 'Missing in Action'. He popularized martial arts in American cinema and became a global pop culture icon.

• March 10 Wayne Dyer

  Renowned self-help author and motivational speaker who wrote extensively about personal development and spiritual growth, inspiring millions worldwide.

• March 10 Dean Torrence in Los Angeles

  Iconic surf music artist, one half of the legendary duo Jan and Dean, known for hit songs like 'Little Old Lady from Pasadena' that defined the California surf rock sound.

• March 11 Alberto Cortez

  Alberto Cortez was a renowned Argentine singer-songwriter known for his poetic lyrics and gentle musical style, celebrated for capturing everyday emotions and experiences in his music.

• March 12 Al Jarreau

  American jazz singer. he is best known for his song "moonlighting," which was the theme song for the popular television series. his fifth grammy was for 1992's "heaven and earth", which earned him a grammy. this makes him one of the few artists to have won a grammy in all three categories: jazz, pop, and r&b.

• March 15 Phil Lesh

  Legendary bassist of the iconic rock band Grateful Dead, known for his innovative bass playing and significant contribution to the psychedelic rock genre.

• March 16 Bernardo Bertolucci

  Renowned Italian film director and screenwriter, famous for masterpieces like 'The Last Emperor', 'The Conformist', and 'Last Tango in Paris'.

• March 20 Mary Ellen Mark

  Internationally acclaimed American documentary photographer known for her powerful and empathetic photographic essays about marginalized people.

• March 20 Giampiero Moretti

  Renowned Italian race car driver and entrepreneur who founded MOMO, a famous automotive accessories company.

• March 21 Solomon Burke

  Legendary soul and R&B singer who significantly influenced American music, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001 for his groundbreaking contributions to soul music.

• March 22 Haing S Ngor

  Cambodian-American physician and Oscar-winning actor best known for his role in 'The Killing Fields', a powerful film about the Cambodian genocide.

• March 22 Dave Keon

  Legendary Canadian ice hockey player who spent most of his career with the Toronto Maple Leafs, known for his exceptional skill and leadership.

• March 24 Bob Mackie

  Renowned American fashion designer famous for creating iconic costumes for celebrities like Cher and Barbra Streisand, known for his flamboyant and glamorous designs.

• March 25 Anita Bryant

  Anita Bryant was an American singer, entertainer, and beauty queen who gained prominence in the 1960s. She was Miss Oklahoma, runner-up for Miss America, and performed with Bob Hope during Christmas tours for armed forces. Bryant was also known for her TV commercials and was elected to the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 1966.

• March 25 Mina (singer)

  Mina is a legendary Italian singer renowned for her extraordinary vocal range and versatility. She is considered one of the most important and influential singers in Italian music history, with a career spanning several decades.

• March 26 James Caan

  Iconic American actor known for his memorable roles in classic films like 'The Godfather', 'Rollerball', and 'Misery'. He was a versatile performer who significantly influenced Hollywood cinema during the 1970s and 1980s.

• March 26 Nancy Pelosi

  Prominent American politician who served as Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, making history as the first woman to hold this powerful position in congressional leadership.

• March 27 Austin Pendleton

  Versatile American actor, playwright, and theatre director known for his distinctive character roles in film, television, and stage productions.

• March 27 Cale Yarborough

  Legendary NASCAR driver who won three consecutive Cup Series championships and founded his own motorsports team, becoming an iconic figure in American racing history.

• March 28 Russell Banks

  Acclaimed American novelist known for exploring complex family dynamics and personal struggles through powerful literary works. His writing often drew from his challenging childhood experiences with an alcoholic father. Banks was a critically respected author who delved into themes of working-class life and personal transformation.

• March 30 Jerry Lucas

  Legendary basketball player who dominated college basketball in the 1950s, winning NCAA championships with Ohio State and Olympic gold in 1960. He was twice named College Player of the Year and later became an NBA star.

• March 30 Astrud Gilberto

  Iconic Brazilian singer famous for her rendition of 'The Girl from Ipanema', a landmark bossa nova song that became internationally renowned.