Born on This Day: November 27

Swedish astronomer whose temperature scale became a global standard of scientific measurement.

American statesman whose diplomacy helped secure the Louisiana Purchase.

Scientist and statesman who became Israel’s first president and helped advance modern biochemistry.

Japanese entrepreneur whose company and management philosophy shaped global electronics manufacturing.

American author whose science fiction and fantasy influenced modern genre literature.

American writer whose journalism, fiction, and film criticism influenced modern literature.

Hong Kong-American martial artist and actor whose films transformed action cinema and global perceptions of Asian masculinity.

American guitarist whose sound, technique, and performance transformed rock music.