1. Jean Houston (1937)

American Writer

Known for her association with the Human Potential Movement of the 1960s, she penned such psychologically and sociologically-themed works as A Mythic Life: Learning to Live our Greater Story and...

2. Dave Prater (1937)

Rhythm And Blues Singer

Soul singer who was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the popular vocal duo Sam & Dave along with Sam Moore. He and...

3. Rafael Moneo (1937)

Spanish Architect

Work included the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles, the Davis Art Museum at Wellesley College in Massachusetts, the Audrey Jones Beck Building in Houston, and...

4. Tamara Press (1937)

Athletics (sport) Competitor

Russian shot putter and discus thrower who won three Olympic gold medals and one silver over two Olympics.

5. Jim Hickman (1937)

Baseball Player

Former MLB player best known for his seasons with the New York Mets and Chicago Cubs. He was named NL Comeback Player of the Year in 1970 and made his...

6. Thomas Pynchon (1937)

Novelist

A National Book Award-winning American novelist, he is especially known for his 1973 work, Gravity's Rainbow. His other works include V (1963) and Mason & Dixon (1997).

7. Manoj Kumar (1937)

Indian Actor

Veteran leading Indian actor and director who won the prestigious Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 1999. From 1968 to 1976, he won seven of the 13 Filmfare Awards he was...

8. Queen Sonja of Norway (1937)

Norwegian Queen

Widely known as the Queen consort of Norway, a title she assumed in January 1991 following the death of King Olav V, and as the wife of King Harald V of...

9. Matthew Carter (1937)

unknow

English type designer who designed the early 1.0 fonts Verdana and Georgia. He was named a MacArthur Fellow in 2010.

10. Bobby Charlton (1937)

English Footballer & Footbal

English soccer legend who spent 17 years with Manchester United and 12 years with England's national team in a career that spanned from 1956 to 1976. He led England to a World...

11. Gordon Banks (1937)

Footballer

English soccer legend who played goalkeeper for the famous national team that won the 1966 World Cup at Wembley. He earned 73 caps for England.

12. Beegie Adair (1937)

Pianist

Jazz pianist known for playing Frank Sinatra and Cole Porter tributes with her group the Beegie Adair Trio. In 2002, she released The Great American Songbook Collection. 

13. Mark Shields (1937)

United States Marine

Political columnist and television commentator known for his work on Inside Washington and the PBS NewsHour. For nearly two decades, he moderated Capital Gang on CNN.

14. Samthesham (1937)

Rock Singer

Frontman for The Pharaohs who sang on 1960s hits like "Wooly Bully" and "Lil Red Riding Hood."

15. John Edrich (1937)

English Test And County Crickete

Fearless batsman considered one of the finest of his generation, he represented England in Tests from 1963 to 1976.

16. Harris Yulin (1937)

Actor

After a successful career as a Broadway actor, he starred in several films including Scarface, Ghostbusters II and Rush Hour 2. He was nominated for an Emmy in 1996 for his...

17. Johnnie Cochran (1937)

Celebrity

Johnnie Cochran is a famous Celebrity, who was born on October 2, 1937 in United States. The American lawyer who was recognized through his participation in the defense of O.J....

18. Art Powell (1937)

Football Player

Former NFL and AFL wide receiver whose career spanned from 1959 to 1968.

19. Jacques Santer (1937)

Prime Minister Of Luxembourg

Political leader who served nine years as the 22nd Prime Minister of Luxembourg. He led the talks on the Single European Act, which set aside the 20-year-old Luxembourg Compromise.

20. Tom Paxton (1937)

American Folk Singer And Singer-

Folk artist known for The Last Thing on My Mind, The Marvelous Toy, and other standards covered by numerous artists.

21. Joanna Russ (1937)

Feminist Science Fiction Writer

An American writer and feminist, she is known for her science fiction and fantasy novels, as well as for her works of literary criticism. Her best-known titles include How to...

22. Jeremy Larner (1937)

Poet

An American author and poet, he is best known for writing the screenplay for The Candidate, a popular film starring Robert Redford.

23. Tom Magliozzi (1937)

Radio Host

Co-host of the NPR radio show Car Talk alongside his brother Ray Magliozzi, a show that garnered a Peabody Award in 1992.

24. Marilyn Bell (1937)

Canadian Swimmer

The first woman to swim across Lake Ontario, also later crossed The English Channel and the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

25. Rodney Bewes (1937)

British Actor

English actor best known for playing the role of Bob Ferris on the BBC television series and film, The Likely Lads.

26. Barry Switzer (1937)

American Football Player And Coa

Championship-winning coach on the professional and college level.

27. Mir Masoom Ali (1937)

Teacher

Mir Masoom Ali is a famous Teacher, who was born on February 1, 1937 in Bangladesh. Revered professor and statistician who was the founding President of the North America Bangladesh...

28. David Ackles (1937)

Rock Singer

Singer-songwriter and child actor who released the acclaimed album American Gothic.

29. Michael Sata (1937)

President Of Zambia

Politician who became the fifth President of Zambia in 2011 and became the leader of the major political party Patriotic Front in 2001.

30. Fred Silverman (1937)

American Television Executive

Television executive and producer best known for greenlighting programs like All in the Family and Charlie's Angels, among many others.

31. Jack Nicholson (1937)

American Actor

Celebrated actor known for playing characters such as Jack Torrance in The Shining and Frank Costello in The Departed. He won Academy Awards for Best Actor for his roles in One Flew Over the...

32. Grace Bumbry (1937)

Singer

Mezzo-soprano opera singer whose career has spanned fifty years and includes singing in Don Carlo and Ernani. She was the recipient of a Kennedy Center Honor in 2009.

33. Benjamin Whitrow (1937)

English Actor

English actor who is best known for playing Mr Bennet in the 1995 mini-series of Pride and Prejudice, for which he was nominated for a BAFTA Award.

34. Denny Crum (1937)

American Basketball Player And C

Head basketball coach for the University of Louisville from 1971 to 2001.

35. Amparo Baró (1937)

Spanish Actor

Spanish television actress known for her work on a 1990s and 2000s sitcom called 7 Vidas. Over the course of her more than five-decade acting career, she performed on both...

36. Jim Bowen (1937)

Game Show Host

English standup comedian and TV personality who became known as the host of the ITV gameshow Bullseye.

37. Avi (1937)

Young Adult Author

American author of young adult literature and winner of the Newbery Medal in 2003.

38. Tom Monaghan (1937)

American Businessman

Founder of the Domino's Pizza chain. He became an outspoken supporter of conservative causes. He was the owner of the Detroit Tigers for nine years.

39. Lorraine Gary (1937)

Actress

'70s film star who played Ellen Brody in the iconic films Jaws, Jaws 2, and Jaws: The Revenge.

40. Wanda Jackson (1937)

American Singer

First popular female rockabilly and rock 'n' roll singer who sang "Tears Will Be the Chaser for Your Wine" and "Fancy Satin Pillows."

41. Vanessa Redgrave (1937)

British Actress

British dramatic actress who won an Oscar Award for her role in the 1977 film Julia. She has been featured in over 80 films, including Mission Impossible and Atonement.

42. Al Geiberger (1937)

Golfer

Al Geiberger is a famous Golfer, who was born on September 1, 1937 in United States. Winner of 11 PGA Tours and 10 Champions Tours who also won the 1966...

43. Marlo Thomas (1937)

Actress

Actress and producer best known for starring on the sitcom That Girl. She is also a philanthropist, and became the National Outreach Director for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. She earned...

44. Gillian Clarke (1937)

Poet

Welsh poet, author, broadcaster, editor, and translator who received the title of National Poet of Wales in 2008. Her poetry collections include Owain Glyndwr, The Sundial, and A Recipe for...

45. RoseMarie Said Zahlan (1937)

Historian

RoseMarie Said Zahlan is a famous Historian, who was born on August 20, 1937 in Egypt. Palestinian-American historian and author who wrote historical books and newspaper and magazine articles. Her...

46. Charlotte Lamb (1937)

British Novelist

Popular British romance novelist who wrote under many pseudonyms, including Charlotte Lamb, Victoria Wolf, Sheila Lancaster, and Laura Hardy. She is known for her Sins series and her Barbary Wharf...

47. Gail Godwin (1937)

Novelist Short Story Writer

An American novelist and short story writer, she is best known for her New York Times bestselling work, The Odd Woman (1974). Her other works include Glass People (1972) and...

48. Ted Wong (1937)

American Jeet Kune Do Practition

Jeet Kune Do martial artist who gained prominence after training under the legendary Bruce Lee.

49. Hunter S. Thompson (1937)

American Journalist And Author

Founder of the Gonzo journalist movement whose legacy includes Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas and Hell's Angels: The Strange and Terrible Saga of the Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs. He became...

50. Trini Lopez (1937)

American Musician

Mexican-American singer whose first big hit was "If I Had a Hammer." He also worked as a songwriter, penning songs for Volk Records, among others.