Born on This Day: December 2

French painter whose pointillist technique and color theory transformed modern art.

American showman whose circus enterprises helped shape modern mass entertainment.

Hungarian-American engineer whose work on long-playing records and color television transformed media technology.

Greek-American soprano whose dramatic intensity and vocal interpretation transformed opera performance.

American actor and athlete whose television career contributed to modern popular entertainment.

Italian designer whose bold style and branding transformed global fashion.

Yugoslav-American tennis champion whose power and technique influenced the modern women’s game.

American singer whose recordings, performances, and media experience have had a major influence on contemporary pop culture.