Born on This Day: May 6

French revolutionary whose leadership during the Reign of Terror became central to the history and interpretation of the French Revolution.

Austrian neurologist whose psychoanalysis transformed psychology, medicine, literature, and modern ideas about the mind.

Bengali poet, composer, and educator whose works reshaped modern Indian literature and brought it worldwide recognition.

Italian-American actor whose screen image helped define international film stardom during the silent era.

American actor, director, and writer whose innovations in radio, theater, and film transformed modern storytelling.

American baseball player whose all-around excellence and cultural influence made him one of the sport’s defining figures.

American senator and mayor whose career influenced urban government, national security, gun policy, and women’s political leadership.

American singer and songwriter whose recordings became enduring expressions of working life, memory, and American rock music.