1920s Birthdays

Who was born in 1920s? From celebrities to historical icons, Popular Timelines brings you the stories behind the dates. Explore notable figures, their achievements, and their impact on history.

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Hayden Fry

Born: 28 February 1929

John Hayden Fry was a prominent American college football coach and player He held head coaching positions at Southern Methodist...

Martin Luther King Jr.

Born: 15 January 1929

Martin Luther King Jr was a pivotal leader in the American Civil Rights Movement advocating for racial equality through nonviolent...

Andy Warhol

Born: 06 August 1928

Andy Warhol a pivotal figure in the pop art movement was an American visual artist film director and producer whose...

Burt Bacharach

Born: 12 May 1928

Burt Bacharach was a highly influential American composer songwriter producer and pianist He began his career in the s and...

Sidney Poitier

Born: 20 February 1927

Sidney Poitier was a trailblazing Bahamian-American actor director activist and diplomat renowned as the first African-American to win the Academy...

Malcolm X

Born: 19 May 1925

Malcolm X was a prominent African American activist and minister Initially a spokesman for the Nation of Islam he advocated...

James Baldwin

Born: 02 August 1924

James Baldwin was a prominent African-American writer and civil rights activist known for his insightful essays novels and plays His...

Norman Lear

Born: 27 July 1922

Norman Lear was a highly influential American television writer and producer renowned for creating groundbreaking sitcoms during the s His...

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