February 27 On This Day in History Timeline

Notable Figures on February 27 (9)

• Alan Guth (Born: 1947-02-27) — Pioneering cosmologist known for developing the theory of cosmic inflation.
• Elizabeth Taylor (Born: 1932-02-27) — Iconic actress whose career spanned Hollywood's golden age to global celebrity.
• Fred Rogers (Died: 2003-02-27) — Pioneering host of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, championing childhood emotional health.
• Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (Born: 1807-02-27) — Celebrated American poet and educator, known for 'Paul Revere's Ride' and 'Hiawatha'.
• Ivan Pavlov (Died: 1936-02-27) — Pioneering physiologist known for classical conditioning experiments with dogs.
• John Steinbeck (Born: 1902-02-27) — A giant of American letters, celebrated for his empathetic social realism.
• Kate Mara (Born: 1983-02-27) — American actress known for roles in House of Cards and 24.
• Konrad Lorenz (Died: 1989-02-27) — Pioneering ethologist who founded the modern study of animal behavior.
• Lillian Gish (Died: 1993-02-27) — Pioneering silent film star, dubbed the "First Lady of the Screen"