1. William Tenn (1920)

American Writer

An American science fiction author, he is known for Of Men and Monsters, A Lamp for Medusa, and other novels. Many of his works contain elements of satire.

2. Sloan Wilson (1920)

American Writer

A twentieth-century American novelist, he is best known for The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit and A Summer Place. The latter work was adapted into a 1959 film of...

3. Richard George Adams (1920)

Novelist

British author who is best known for his classic 1972 novel Watership Down. The work, modeled on Virgil's Aeneid, focuses on the epic journey of a group of anthropomorphised rabbits.

4. GD Spradlin (1920)

Movie Actor

GD Spradlin is a famous Movie Actor, who was born on August 31, 1920 in United States. Actor of film and television who played the corrupt U.S. Senator Pat Geary...

5. Ray Bradbury (1920)

American Speculative Fiction Wri

Visionary fantasy, science fiction, horror, and mystery author who wrote The Martian Chronicles and Fahrenheit 451. He was the recipient of numerous literary honors, including the National Medal of Arts...

6. Isaac Asimov (1920)

Novelist

Prolific Russian-American author of science fiction works, including The Foundation series, The Robot series, The Bicentennial Man, and I, Robot. He is considered part of The Golden Age of Science...

7. Charlie Parker (1920)

Saxophonist

Charlie Parker is a famous Saxophonist, who was born on August 29, 1920 in United States. Jazz saxophonist known for his solo improvisations. He is considered one of the founders...

8. Pope John Paul II (1920)

264th Pope Of The Catholic Churc

Second longest-serving pope in history who was the leader of the Catholic Church from 1978 to 2005. He was one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century who...

9. Sun Myung Moon (1920)

Founder Of The Unification Churc

Korean religious leader, business magnate and media mogul who founded the Unification Church in 1954.

10. Montgomery Clift (1920)

American Actor

This actor gave a fine performance in From Here to Eternity and appeared in The Young Lions. His portrayal of the victim-hero archetype was perhaps best depicted in A Place...

11. Jack Kinzler (1920)

Nasa Engineer

Popularly known as "Mr. Fix It," he was chief of the Technical Services Center at the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center. He is famous for creating the solar shield that rescued the...

12. Anthony Steel (1920)

Actor

British film actor who played heroes in adventure and war films in the '40s and '50s. These include Portrait from Life, Where No Vultures Fly, and West of Zanzibar.

13. Frank Herbert (1920)

American Science Fiction Writer

One of the best-selling science fiction writers of all time, he is famous for his Dune saga. He is often classified as a writer in the New Wave literary movement....

14. Bob Waterfield (1920)

American Football Player And Coa

NFL Hall of Fame quarterback who played with the Cleveland/Los Angeles Rams from 1945 until 1952.

15. Percy Mayfield (1920)

Songwriter

Best known for penning the songs Hit the Road Jack and Please Send Me Someone to Love. He had a smooth vocal style.

16. Franklin J. Schaffner (1920)

Director

Franklin J. Schaffner is a famous Director, who was born on May 30, 1920 in Japan. Winner of the 1970 Academy Award for Best Director for the film Patton. According...

17. Pierre Berton (1920)

Author And Journalist

A Canadian historian and non-fiction author, he is known for works such as The Secret World of Og; The National Dream: The Great Railway; and 1967: The Last Good Year.

18. Elaine Hamilton-O'Neal (1920)

Painter

Abstract painter and muralist whose artistic work grew out of her lifetime of worldwide travel. Known for her action painting. Winner of the first prize at France's 1968 Biennale de...

19. Traudl Junge (1920)

Secretary To Adolf Hitler

German woman known for being the last private secretary of Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler and for having typed out his will shortly before his suicide. She was briefly imprisoned following World War...

20. Thomas McGuire (1920)

United States Army Officer

Fighter pilot ace who scored thirty-eight aerial victories during World War II.

21. William Colby (1920)

American Intelligence Agent

CIA Director from 1973 to 1976 who led a covert political operation against communist parties in Rome. He served in both the Nixon and Ford administrations and was succeeded by...

22. Hazel Scott (1920)

American Politician

One of the greatest pianists of her time who became a mainstay on the jazz scene, challenging conceptions about blacks and women.

23. Rex Allen (1920)

American Film Actor Singer And S

Actor known as "The Arizona Cowboy" who starred in numerous Disney Westerns and nature films, earning him a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

24. Delbert Mann (1920)

Film Director

Director of the 1955 film Marty, which earned him the Academy Award for Best Achievement in Directing.

25. George R. Evans (1920)

Cartoonist

WWII era illustrator and cartoonist whose comic strips and comic books have frequently depicted airplanes and famous aviators.

26. Bill Cullen (1920)

American Sports Announcer

He was the host of the game show The Price Is Right before Bob Barker replaced him.

27. Jerry Maren (1920)

Actor

Actor who portrayed one of the munchkins in the beloved 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. He was a member of the Lollipop Guild in the film. 

28. Abul Kashem (1920)

Bangladeshi Politician

A twentieth-century writer and politician, he was a key figure in the Bangladeshi Language Movement. Known for his works on science, history, religion, economics and politics, he also published more...

29. Johnny Haymer (1920)

American Actor

Actor who played the recurring character Zelmo Zale on the iconic TV series, M.A.S.H, and was also in the 1979 Pacino film ...And Justice for All.

30. Jack Webb (1920)

Actor

Played the role of LAPD Sgt. Joe Friday on the radio and television series, Dragnet.

31. George Herman (1920)

Journalist

Revered journalist most widely remembered as the longtime moderator of CBS' political talk show Face the Nation. He was also a frequent guest host of shows like Longines Chronoscope and...

32. Eileen Farrell (1920)

Opera Singer

Operatic soprano whose career spanned more than six decades and who released the crossover album, I've Got a Right to Sing the Blues. Her career spanned six decades.

33. Jack Rowley (1920)

English Footballer And Manager

Forward and manager who played professionally from 1937-1957, the bulk of it with Manchester United, and managed from 1955-1969.

34. Ozan Marsh (1920)

Concert Pianist/professor Of Mus

Internationally acclaimed concert musician who became known for his masterful interpretations of Lizt and Chopin.

35. Sam Sniderman (1920)

Canadian Entrepreneur Philanthro

Entrepreneur who founded Sam the Record Man, a Canadian chain of record stores. He also established the Juno Awards, honors given annually to Canadian musicians.

36. Harry McShane (1920)

Soccer Player

Scottish winger who played professionally in the UK football leagues on such teams as the Blackburn Rovers and the Bolton Wanderers.

37. Hakim Said (1920)

Pharmacologist

Prominent researcher in Eastern medicine studies as well as a prolific writer of more than 200 books on a variety of topics. He is one of Pakistan's most preeminent and...

38. Harold Sakata (1920)

Wrestler Actor And Weightlifter

Weightlifter, wrestler, and actor who won a silver medal at the 1948 Olympics in the light-heavyweight class.

39. Hephzibah Menuhin (1920)

American Musician

Musician, author, and human rights activist who often toured and recorded with her famous brother.

40. Harold Lang (1920)

American Dancer

Actor who appeared in the Broadway productions of "Pal Joey," "Kiss Me, Kate" and "Make a Wish." His regional and national tour credits include roles in "Show Boat," "Oklahoma!", and...

41. Leona Helmsley (1920)

Hotel Owner

Businesswoman who focused on the real-estate industry. She was later convicted of tax evasion.

42. Jack Lord (1920)

American Actor

Played the role of police detective Steve McGarrett on the original version of TV's Hawaii Five-0.

43. Nasrallah Boutros Sfeir (1920)

Religious Leader

Nasrallah Boutros Sfeir is a famous Religious Leader, who was born on May 15, 1920 in Lebanon. Former leader of Lebanon’s largest Christian body, the Maronite Church, who served as...

44. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (1920)

Politician

Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is a famous Politician, who was born on March 17, 1920 in Bangladesh. Independence leader and the first President of Bangladesh who served from 1971 to 1972...

45. William Thaddeus Coleman Jr. (1920)

Lawyer

Affiliated with the Republican Party, this African American political figure and attorney served from 1975 until 1977 as United States Secretary of Transportation. After ending his career in government, he...

46. Cecilia Colledge (1920)

Figure Skater

Figure skater who won a silver medal at the 1936 Olympics, and was the first woman to perform a double jump.

47. Pamela Harriman (1920)

American Diplomat

Best known as the one-time daughter-in-law of British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, this United Kingdom socialite became an American citizen in the early 1970s and, shortly thereafter, a Democratic activist...

48. José Lewgoy (1920)

Actor

Remembered most for his role as Don Aquilino in the 1982 Werner Herzog film Fitzcarraldo, he is also notable for his performance as the Warden in the 1985 movie Kiss...

49. William Warfield (1920)

American Opera Singer

Popular concert singer and actor who performed in the 1952 European tour of the opera Porgy and Bess.

50. Vern Stephens (1920)

American Baseball Player

15-year MLB veteran who is widely considered one of the best-hitting shortstops in league history.