Born on This Day: October 11

English philanthropist who founded the YMCA, creating an international movement for youth development and community service.

American entrepreneur whose food company transformed processing, branding, and consumer standards.

American first lady and diplomat whose advocacy shaped human rights, social reform, and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

American choreographer and director whose work transformed ballet, Broadway, and the movie musical.

American drummer and bandleader whose Jazz Messengers trained generations of influential musicians.

American novelist whose dialogue and crime stories influenced modern fiction, film, and television.

British comedian and actor whose television work expanded women’s roles in sketch and situation comedy.

American actor whose television work became influential in youth-oriented popular culture.