Harry Styles

English singer-songwriter and actor

Harry Styles - Performers & Entertainers born February 1st, 1994
Born
Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

England

Links & References

Birth occurred in 1994 in England. Gained recognition as a member of the boy band One Direction, which formed on the television series The X Factor in 2010. The group released five studio albums and achieved immense commercial success, selling millions of records worldwide. Transitioned into a solo career with the release of debut album, Harry Styles, in 2017, which featured the hit single 'Sign of the Times.' Has also ventured into acting, starring in the film Dunkirk in 2017. Styles is noted for blending pop with elements of rock and has built a large, dedicated fanbase.

Member of One Direction, which sold over 50 million records

Released the hit single 'Sign of the Times'

Starred in the film Dunkirk

Other People Born on February 1st

Therese Brandl

German concentration camp guard
Born
February 1st, 1902 124 years ago
Died
1947 79 years ago — 45 years old

Born in 1902, served as a guard at several concentration camps during World War II. Worked primarily at Auschwitz, overseeing the treatment of prisoners. Involvement in the atrocities committed in the camps is a significant aspect of historical studies regarding the Holocaust and the roles of women in the Nazi regime.

Continue Reading

Eiji Sawamura

Japanese baseball player and soldier
Born
February 1st, 1917 109 years ago
Died
December 2nd, 1944 81 years ago — 27 years old

Born in 1917, a professional baseball pitcher played for the Tokyo Kyojin in Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball league. Achieved significant recognition for exceptional talent on the mound, showcasing impressive fastball velocity and control. Sawamura's career, however, was interrupted by military service during World War II, leading to his early retirement from baseball. He is remembered for his contributions to Japan's sport despite his life being cut short.

Continue Reading

George Pal

Animator and producer of 'Puppetoons'
Born
February 1st, 1908 118 years ago
Died
May 2nd, 1980 46 years ago — 72 years old

Contributed significantly to the field of animation and film production. Developed the 'Puppetoons' series, which utilized stop-motion animation techniques featuring puppets. Worked on the production of several notable science fiction films, including 'Destination Moon' and 'The Time Machine'. Earned the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film in 1949 for 'The Hole Idea'.

Continue Reading

Ekaterina Maximova

Ballerina and choreographer from Russia
Born
February 1st, 1939 87 years ago
Died
April 28th, 2009 17 years ago — 70 years old

A prominent ballerina and choreographer, she achieved acclaim for performances with the Bolshoi Ballet. She trained at the Moscow Choreographic School and joined the Bolshoi in 1956. Her repertoire included various classical and contemporary pieces. Participation in international ballet competitions garnered recognition. Contributions to ballet as a choreographer expanded the art form, bringing innovative interpretations to classic works. Her work with famed choreographers enriched ballet's evolution.

Continue Reading

G. Stanley Hall

Psychologist and educational reformer
Born
February 1st, 1844 182 years ago
Died
April 24th, 1924 102 years ago — 80 years old

Contributed significantly to psychology as a pioneering figure in developmental psychology and education. Established America’s first psychological laboratory at Johns Hopkins University in 1883, which advanced empirical studies in the field. Played a key role in founding the American Psychological Association in 1892 and served as its first president. Authored several influential works, including 'Adolescence', which laid the groundwork for understanding the psychological development of young people.

Continue Reading

Vladimir Dimitrov

Bulgarian painter and muralist
Born
February 1st, 1882 144 years ago
Died
September 29th, 1960 65 years ago — 78 years old

Born in Bulgaria in 1882, this artist gained recognition for contributions to the world of painting, specifically focusing on vibrant and emotive depictions of Bulgarian rural life and folklore. The education included studies in Sofia and Paris, where exposure to various artistic movements influenced the style. Works often integrated elements of national identity and historical themes, garnering acclaim throughout the 20th century. The artistic career included creating murals for public buildings and private collections. The involvement in various exhibitions helped establish a prominent presence in the Bulgarian art scene, leading to a retrospective in 1939. Later years saw a continuation of the artistic legacy, with works still celebrated for their unique blend of realism and tradition.

Continue Reading