Born on This Day: August 13

American reformer whose leadership advanced abolition, women’s suffrage, and legal equality.

American sharpshooter whose skill and public career challenged gender expectations and shaped western entertainment.

American actor whose comic stage work and portrayal of the Cowardly Lion became enduring parts of popular culture.

British-American filmmaker whose visual suspense and psychological storytelling transformed cinema.

American golfer whose technique, discipline, and recovery from injury influenced generations of players.

British biochemist whose methods for sequencing proteins and DNA transformed molecular biology.

Cuban revolutionary and leader whose government transformed Cuba and influenced Cold War politics worldwide.

Hawaiian singer whose performances helped bring Hawaiian popular music to international audiences.