10 October Born – Notable Figures

October Birthdays: 10 Notable Figures

October has seen the birth of many influential individuals across various fields. Here are 10 important people born in this autumn month:

1. Mahatma Gandhi (October 2, 1869) – Indian independence leader and pioneer of non-violent civil disobedience.
2. John Lennon (October 9, 1940) – Legendary musician, singer-songwriter, and co-founder of The Beatles.
3. Eleanor Roosevelt (October 11, 1884) – Former First Lady of the United States and human rights activist.
4. Margaret Thatcher (October 13, 1925) – First female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
5. Oscar Wilde (October 16, 1854) – Irish poet, playwright, and wit known for works like “The Picture of Dorian Gray.”
6. Pablo Picasso (October 25, 1881) – Spanish painter, sculptor, and co-founder of the Cubist movement.
7. Bill Gates (October 28, 1955) – Co-founder of Microsoft and philanthropist.
8. Julia Roberts (October 28, 1967) – Academy Award-winning actress known for films like “Pretty Woman” and “Erin Brockovich.”
9. Theodore Roosevelt (October 27, 1858) – 26th President of the United States and conservationist.
10. Marie Curie (November 7, 1867) – Pioneering physicist and chemist, first woman to win a Nobel Prize.

These October-born individuals have left lasting impacts in politics, science, arts, and technology, shaping the world we live in today.

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