Born on This Day: April 2

Danish author whose literary fairy tales became enduring works of world literature and children’s culture.

French novelist and public intellectual whose naturalism and defense of Alfred Dreyfus influenced literature and civic justice.

American industrialist who founded Chrysler and helped shape modern automobile manufacturing.

German-French artist whose experimental techniques made him a major figure in Dada and Surrealism.

American singer and songwriter whose socially conscious and innovative recordings transformed soul and popular music.

American musician and songwriter whose work across rock, country, gospel, and blues influenced generations of performers.

American singer and songwriter whose collaborations and recordings helped renew country, folk, and Americana music.

Chilean-American actor whose international work has broadened Latino representation in major television and film productions.