Famous people and celebrities born in July 1942

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in July 1942! 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 Geneviève Bujold

  Geneviève Bujold is an acclaimed Canadian actress known for her powerful performances in historical and dramatic films, including her Oscar-nominated role in 'Anne of the Thousand Days'.

• July 2 Vicente Fox

  Vicente Fox is a prominent Mexican politician who served as President of Mexico from 2000 to 2006, marking a significant turning point in Mexican political history by ending the long-standing rule of the PRI party.

• July 3 Kurtwood Smith

  American character actor known for memorable roles in films like RoboCop and TV series like That '70s Show, with a distinctive character acting style.

• July 3 Eddy Mitchell

  Prominent French singer and actor, famous for his rock and roll music with Les Chaussettes Noires and subsequent successful solo career.

• July 4 Floyd Little

  Floyd Little was a legendary NFL running back for the Denver Broncos and a Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, known for his exceptional skills and contributions to the sport.

• July 5 Donna Cunningham

  Prominent American astrologer and author known for her influential books and international lectures on astrological interpretation and psychological healing.

• July 9 Richard Roundtree

  Richard Roundtree was a pioneering African American actor who became an iconic figure in 1970s cinema, most famously starring as John Shaft in the groundbreaking blaxploitation film series. He transformed from a model and janitor to a celebrated actor who significantly influenced representation of Black masculinity in film.

• July 10 Ronnie James Dio

  American heavy metal vocalist (born 1942)

• July 10 Sixto Rodriguez

  American singer-songwriter and guitarist who gained international recognition through the documentary 'Searching for Sugar Man'. His music career experienced a remarkable revival after being rediscovered in South Africa.

• July 12 Steve Young

  Legendary NFL quarterback who played for the San Francisco 49ers, known for his exceptional mobility and Hall of Fame career.

• July 13 Harrison Ford

  Legendary Hollywood actor known for iconic roles in Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises. He is one of the most recognizable and successful actors in cinema history. Ford has starred in numerous blockbuster films and is renowned for performing many of his own stunts.

• July 13 Roger McGuinn

  Pioneering musician and founding member of The Byrds, a seminal folk-rock band that revolutionized popular music in the 1960s. He was instrumental in creating the distinctive jangle rock sound and influencing countless musicians.

• July 15 Vivian Malone Jones

  Civil rights activist who courageously integrated the University of Alabama in 1963, challenging racial segregation alongside James Hood under the protection of federal marshals during the historic stand-off with Governor George Wallace.

• July 16 Margaret Court

  Margaret Court is an Australian tennis legend who dominated women's tennis in the 1960s and early 1970s, holding the record for most Grand Slam singles titles in history. She is widely considered one of the greatest tennis players of all time, with an extraordinary career that transformed women's tennis.

• July 16 Margaret Smith

  Margaret Court (same as previous entry)

• July 16 Desmond Dekker [Dacris]

  Desmond Dekker was a pioneering Jamaican ska and reggae musician who significantly influenced the international spread of Jamaican music. His hit song 'Israelites' was one of the first reggae tracks to achieve global success.

• July 17 Connie Hawkins

  Legendary basketball player who overcame significant legal challenges and became an NBA star, known for his extraordinary skills and influential role in basketball history.

• July 20 Apollo 11: the first step on the Moon

  Historic spaceflight that landed the first humans on the moon, marking a pivotal moment in human space exploration with Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin as pioneering lunar walkers.

• July 23 Myra Hindley

  Infamous British serial killer who, alongside Ian Brady, murdered multiple children in the Manchester area during the 1960s. She was considered one of the most notorious female criminals in British history, convicted of killing five children aged between 10 and 17.

• July 24 Chris Sarandon

  American actor known for roles in 'The Princess Bride' and 'Dog Day Afternoon', with a notable voice acting career including the character Jack Skellington in 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'.

• July 25 Bruce Woodley

  Bruce Woodley is an Australian singer-songwriter and guitarist, best known as a member of the iconic folk-pop group The Seekers, who were instrumental in popularizing Australian music internationally during the 1960s.

• July 26 Vladimír Mečiar

  Prominent Slovak politician who served as the first Prime Minister of Slovakia after its independence, playing a crucial role in the country's post-communist transition.

• July 27 Mystic Meg

  British professional mystic and astrologer known for her psychic abilities and media presence. She worked as a journalist for News of the World and became a prominent figure in commercial astrology.

• July 29 Tony Sirico

  Famous American actor best known for his role as Paulie 'Walnuts' Gualtieri in the critically acclaimed HBO series 'The Sopranos'. He was a prominent character actor in mob-related films and television.