Famous people and celebrities born in March 1947

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in March 1947! 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 1 Alan Thicke

  Canadian-American television personality known for his iconic role as Jason Seaver on the popular family sitcom 'Growing Pains'. He was a versatile entertainer who worked as a TV host, comedian, actor, and writer throughout his career.

• March 5 Jean Jouzel

  Renowned French climatologist and glaciologist who contributed significantly to climate change research and was part of the Nobel Peace Prize-winning IPCC team.

• March 6 John Stossel

  American journalist, stossle was the pioneer of consumer reporting on tv. he won more than 19 emmys. stossle was the "20/20" consumer reporter for abc's newsmagazine program. stossel covered corporate corruption and worker safety in the 1980s. stossel did a 180-degree turn in the 1990s and took workers to task for fraud in worker compensation, large government regulations, bureaucratic inefficiencies, …

• March 6 Martin Kove

  Martin Kove is an American actor best known for his roles in action films, particularly as John Kreese in the 'Karate Kid' movie series.

• March 7 Rob Reiner

  Acclaimed film director, actor, and producer known for classic movies like 'When Harry Met Sally' and 'A Few Good Men'.

• March 7 Walter Röhrl

  Legendary German rally and race car driver, widely considered one of the most talented drivers in motorsport history.

• March 8 Florentino Pérez

  Prominent Spanish businessman and president of Real Madrid football club, known for his significant influence in sports management and business.

• March 8 Michael S. Hart

  Pioneering digital librarian who founded Project Gutenberg, revolutionizing free digital book access worldwide.

• March 9 David Kennerly

  Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist who served as the personal photographer for President Gerald Ford. He is renowned for his powerful documentary photography, especially his coverage of the Vietnam War and White House events.

• March 12 Mitt Romney

  Prominent American politician who served as Massachusetts governor and was the Republican Party's presidential nominee in 2012, representing a significant figure in modern US political landscape.

• March 13 Lesley Collier

  Renowned English ballerina who was a principal dancer with the Royal Ballet and is considered one of the most significant British dancers of her generation.

• March 14 Billy Crystal in Long Beach

  Legendary American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and film director, known for his iconic roles in comedy films and his hosting of the Academy Awards.

• March 14 Pam Ayres

  Renowned British poet and comedian who rose to fame through radio and television, known for her humorous and accessible verse. She gained national recognition after winning 'Opportunity Knocks' in 1976 and dedicated her career to writing and performing.

• March 15 Billy Crystal

  Renowned American comedian, actor, writer, and producer, famous for his stand-up comedy and roles in iconic films.

• March 15 Ry Cooder

  Grammy-winning American musician known for his versatile guitar skills and world music productions, particularly his influential work with the Buena Vista Social Club in Cuba.

• March 18 David Lloyd

  Prominent English cricketer, journalist, and respected sports broadcaster known for his insightful commentary and analysis.

• March 19 Glenn Close

  Acclaimed American actress with a distinguished family background, Glenn Close is a multiple award-winning performer known for her versatile roles in film and theater. Born into a prominent New England family, she decided early on to pursue acting and became one of Hollywood's most respected talents.

• March 20 Carl Palmer drummer (Asia - "Heat of the Moment"

  Legendary rock drummer of progressive rock bands Emerson, Lake & Palmer and Asia, known for virtuosic drumming and iconic tracks like 'Lucky Man'.

• March 22 James Patterson

  James Patterson is a prolific and bestselling American author renowned for his crime and thriller novels, particularly the famous Alex Cross detective series.

• March 26 Elton John

  Legendary British singer, pianist, and composer, one of the most successful and influential musicians of the 20th and 21st centuries, known for iconic hits like 'Rocket Man' and 'Your Song'.

• March 27 Walt Mossberg

  Renowned technology journalist who wrote influential tech reviews for The Wall Street Journal and was a leading voice in technology media for decades.

• March 29 Bobby Kimball

  American singer-songwriter, lead vocalist of the rock band Toto, known for hits like 'Roseanna' and 'Africa'.

• March 31 Eliyahu M. Goldratt

  Israeli business management guru who revolutionized organizational thinking through the Theory of Constraints. He authored the influential book 'The Goal' which transformed management practices worldwide. His work significantly impacted industrial engineering and operational management.

• March 31 César Gaviria

  Colombian economist and politician who served as the 36th President of Colombia from 1990 to 1994. A key figure in Colombia's political landscape during a critical period of national transformation.