1962 (AD 1962) Historical Timeline & Archive

Explore biographies of historical figures born or commemorated in 1962 (AD 1962) from the 2Day Chrono-Wiki encyclopedia.

Notable Figures in 1962 (AD 1962) (18)

  • Auguste Piccard (Died: 1962-03-24) — Swiss physicist, inventor, and pioneer of stratospheric and abyssal exploration.
  • Baz Luhrmann (Born: 1962-09-17) — Australian auteur known for vibrant, maximalist style across film, opera, and music.
  • Claudia Sheinbaum (Born: 1962-06-24) — Mexican politician, scientist, and academic, serving as the 66th President of Mexico since 2024.
  • Eleanor Roosevelt (Died: 1962-11-07) — American diplomat and activist, redefining the role of First Lady and championing human rights.
  • Evander Holyfield (Born: 1962-10-19) — Four-time world heavyweight champion, known for his longevity and multiple undisputed title reigns.
  • Hermann Hesse (Died: 1962-08-09) — German-Swiss poet and novelist known for exploring spirituality and self-knowledge.
  • Jasmine Guy (Born: 1962) — American actress known for roles in A Different World, Grey's Anatomy, and film appearances.
  • Jeff Flake (Born: 1962-12-31) — American politician and diplomat, former Senator from Arizona, known for his work on immigration reform.
  • Jon Bon Jovi (Born: 1962-03-02) — Iconic rock frontman, songwriter, and actor, best known for founding Bon Jovi.
  • Karen Blixen (Died: 1962-09-07) — Danish author celebrated for 'Out of Africa' and evocative storytelling.
  • Keir Starmer (Born: 1962-09-02) — British politician who served as Prime Minister of the UK from 2024 to 2026.
  • Marilyn Monroe (Died: 1962-08-04) — Iconic 'Blonde Bombshell' actress whose career defined the 1950s and 1960s.
  • Matthew Broderick (Born: 1962-03-21) — Versatile American actor celebrated for stage work and iconic film roles.
  • Melanie Walters (Born: 1962-01-30) — Welsh actress celebrated for her role in Gavin & Stacey and extensive career across television and stage.
  • Niels Bohr (Died: 1962-11-18) — Pioneering quantum theory and the Bohr model, fundamentally reshaping modern physics.
  • Ronald Fisher (Died: 1962-07-29) — Founding father of modern statistics, genetics, and mathematical biology.
  • Tom Cruise (Born: 1962-07-03) — Hollywood icon and action star, known for high-grossing films and daring stunts.
  • William Faulkner (Died: 1962-07-06) — Master of Southern Gothic literature, celebrated for Yoknapatawpha County.