Famous people and celebrities born in August 1948

Welcome to our dedicated page for celebrating the notable individuals born in August 1948! 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.

• Aug. 1 Avi Arad

  Avi Arad is a prominent film producer and former Marvel Entertainment CEO who played a crucial role in developing the Marvel Cinematic Universe and producing numerous superhero blockbusters.

• Aug. 3 Jean-Pierre Raffarin

  Jean-Pierre Raffarin is a prominent French politician who served as Prime Minister of France, known for implementing significant economic and social reforms during his tenure. He played a crucial role in French political landscape in the early 2000s.

• Aug. 3 Jamie Binder

  Jamie Binder is an American professional astrologer who transitioned from a successful communications career to become a notable author in vocational astrology. After experiencing a personal identity crisis in 1977, she dedicated herself to astrological studies and published her first book in 1984. Her work 'Planets in Work, a Complete Guide to Vocational Astrology' is a significant contribution to the …

• Aug. 4 Giorgio Parisi

  Nobel Prize laureate for the discovery of the interplay of disorder and fluctuations in physical systems from atomic to planetary scales

• Aug. 5 Angry Anderson

  Angry Anderson is an iconic Australian rock musician and lead vocalist of the hard rock band Rose Tattoo, known for his powerful stage presence and distinctive musical style.

• Aug. 5 Ray Clemence

  Ray Clemence was a legendary English footballer who played as a goalkeeper for Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur, and was considered one of the greatest goalkeepers of his era.

• Aug. 6 Lars Larsen

  Danish entrepreneur who founded JYSK, a successful international retail chain specializing in home furnishings and bedding. He built a significant business empire and became a prominent billionaire in Denmark.

• Aug. 7 Greg Chappell

  Renowned Australian cricketer who played for the national team and later became a respected cricket coach, known for his significant contributions to the sport.

• Aug. 7 James P. Allison

  Nobel Prize laureate for their discovery of cancer therapy by inhibition of negative immune regulation

• Aug. 8 Svetlana Savitskaya

  Renowned Soviet cosmonaut and the second woman in space, who completed multiple space missions and set significant records in space exploration.

• Aug. 11 Jan Palach

  Czech student and political activist who became a symbol of resistance against Soviet occupation by setting himself on fire in Prague in 1969, dramatically protesting the Warsaw Pact invasion of Czechoslovakia.

• Aug. 13 Kathleen Battle

  Renowned American soprano known for her exceptional lyric coloratura voice and perfectionist approach to music. Born in Portsmouth, Ohio, she emerged from a working-class background to become a celebrated classical singer. Her extraordinary vocal talents were recognized from childhood, with teachers describing her voice as 'angelic'.

• Aug. 16 Patrick Balkany

  French politician known for his controversial political career in the Hauts-de-Seine region, serving as a member of the National Assembly and the Union for a Popular Movement. He has been involved in several high-profile legal cases related to corruption and tax fraud.

• Aug. 16 Barry Hay

  Renowned musician from the Dutch rock band Golden Earring, known for his versatility as a singer, flutist, saxophonist, and guitarist.

• Aug. 18 Joseph Marcell

  St. Lucian-English actor best known for his role as Geoffrey the butler in the popular sitcom 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'.

• Aug. 18 James Jones

  Renowned American novelist who won the National Book Award for his World War II novel 'From Here to Eternity', which was later adapted into an Oscar-winning film.

• Aug. 18 John Scarlett

  Prominent British intelligence officer who served as Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) from 2004 to 2009.

• Aug. 19 Jim Carter

  Acclaimed English actor best known for his role as Mr. Carson in the popular TV series 'Downton Abbey'.

• Aug. 19 Gerald McRaney

  American television producer, director, and actor known for roles in 'Major Dad' and 'House of Cards'.

• Aug. 19 Tipper Gore

  Former Second Lady of the United States and wife of Al Gore, known for her advocacy in music labeling and mental health awareness.

• Aug. 20 Robert Plant

  Legendary rock musician and lead singer of Led Zeppelin, one of the most influential rock bands in history. His distinctive voice and charismatic stage presence revolutionized rock music in the late 1960s and 1970s.

• Aug. 22 David Marks

  Original member of the Beach Boys, a pioneering rock band that significantly influenced American popular music in the 1960s.

• Aug. 24 Jean-Michel Jarre

  Renowned French electronic music pioneer who revolutionized synthesizer music and created spectacular multimedia concerts. He is globally recognized for albums like 'Oxygène' and his innovative musical techniques.

• Aug. 25 Nicholas A. Peppas

  Renowned Greek chemist and biologist specializing in biomedical engineering and advanced materials research.

• Aug. 28 Carol Bartz

  Prominent technology executive who served as CEO of Yahoo! and Autodesk, known for her leadership and impact in the tech industry.

• Aug. 29 Robert S. Langer

  Pioneering chemical engineer and MIT professor known for groundbreaking work in drug delivery systems and tissue engineering, with significant contributions to biomedical innovation.

• Aug. 30 Lewis Black

  Lewis Black is a renowned stand-up comedian known for his angry, satirical comedy style, critically acclaimed comedy specials, and appearances on The Daily Show.

• Aug. 30 Fred Hampton

  Fred Hampton was a prominent Black Panther Party leader assassinated by Chicago police in 1969, becoming a significant symbol of the civil rights movement and resistance against systemic racism.

• Aug. 31 Rudolf Schenker

  Founding member and rhythm guitarist of the legendary German rock band Scorpions, known for their global hit songs like 'Wind of Change' and 'Rock You Like a Hurricane'.