Biographies

Claire McCaskill: Missouri Senator, State Auditor, and Democratic Leader Claire McCaskill Claire McCaskill (born 1953) is an American lawyer and Democratic politician who served as Missouri State Auditor (1999–2007) and U.S. Senator (2007–2019), the first woman elected…

Claire Trevor Claire Trevor (1910–2000) was an American film actress best known for tough, morally complex supporting roles; she won an Academy Award for Key Largo and appeared in over sixty fil…

Claire Windsor — American silent film actress Claire Windsor Claire Windsor (1892–1972) was an American actress known for her elegant screen presence in silent-era films of the 1920s. Born in Kansas, she worked through the silent-to-sound tr…

Claire Wineland: Activist, Speaker, and Advocate for People with Chronic Illness Claire Wineland Claire Wineland (1997–2018) was an American health activist, author and speaker who raised public awareness of cystic fibrosis, founded a support nonprofit and created widely viewe…

Clancy Brown: actor and voice actor known for commanding villain roles Clancy Brown Overview of Clarence 'Clancy' Brown (born 1959), his major live-action and voice roles, career development, acting style, and cultural impact.

Clara Barton — American nurse, teacher, and founder of the American Red Cross Clara Barton Clara Barton (1821–1912) was an American teacher, Civil War nurse and humanitarian who cared for soldiers, worked to locate the missing, and founded the American Red Cross.

Clara Blandick — American stage and film actress (1876–1962) Clara Blandick Clara Blandick was an American stage and character film actress, best known as Auntie Em in The Wizard of Oz (1939). Her career spanned Broadway, silent films and Hollywood support…

Clara Bow — Silent‑era Star and the Original "It Girl" Clara Bow Clara Bow (1905–1965) was a leading American film actress of the 1920s whose energetic screen persona made her the original "It Girl" and a defining figure of the Jazz Age.

Clara Hughes: Canadian Olympian, dual-sport medalist and mental health advocate Clara Hughes Clara Hughes (b. 1972) is a Canadian athlete who won Olympic medals in both cycling and long-track speed skating and is a prominent advocate for mental health, youth sport and comm…

Clara Petacci: companion of Benito Mussolini and her fate in 1945 Clara Petacci Clara Petacci (1912–1945) was the longtime companion of Benito Mussolini. Her life, correspondence, capture and death alongside Mussolini in April 1945 remain subjects of historica…

Clara Zetkin: German Marxist, Socialist Feminist and Organizer Clara Zetkin Biography of Clara Zetkin (1857–1933), German Marxist activist, advocate for working-class women's rights, organizer of International Women’s Day, parliamentarian and editor, with…

Clare Balding Clare Balding CBE (born 1971) is a British broadcaster, author and columnist known for sports and horse-racing coverage, memoir writing, advocacy for LGBT visibility and surviving…

Clare Hollingworth: British reporter who first revealed the outbreak of World War II Clare Hollingworth Clare Hollingworth (1911–2017) was a pioneering English journalist and author, credited with filing the first news report of the outbreak of World War II while on assignment in Pol…

Clare of Assisi — founder of the Poor Clares and early Franciscan woman Clare of Assisi Saint Clare of Assisi (1194–1253), noblewoman turned religious reformer; she founded the Order of Poor Ladies (Poor Clares) and shaped a life of poverty and enclosure for women in…

Clare Vanderpool American writer of middle-grade historical fiction; author of Moon Over Manifest (2011 Newbery Medal) and Navigating Early, known for storytelling rooted in Midwestern small towns.

Clarence “Jeep” Jones — Boston community leader and redevelopment official Clarence "Jeep" Jones Clarence “Jeep” Jones (1933–2020) was a Boston-born community activist and civic official who became the city’s first African-American Deputy Mayor and long-serving chairman of the…

Clarence Clemons: saxophonist with Bruce Springsteen and cultural influence Clarence Clemons Clarence Clemons (1942–2011), nicknamed 'The Big Man', was an American saxophonist and actor best known for his work with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, his distinctive s…

Clarence C. Young — Nevada Republican and U.S. Representative (1922–2016) Clarence Clifton Young American Republican politician from Nevada. Served two terms in the U.S. House (1953–1957). Born Nov 7, 1922; died Apr 3, 2016 in Reno. Summary of career, service, and legacy.

Clarence Darrow: Defense Attorney, Civil Liberties Advocate, and Public Figure Clarence Darrow Clarence Darrow (1857–1938) was a prominent American defense attorney known for high-profile cases, opposition to capital punishment, and advocacy for civil liberties and free spee…

Clarence Henry — American Heavyweight Boxer and 1950s Contender Clarence Henry Clarence Henry (1926–1999) was an American heavyweight boxer who rose to prominence in the late 1940s and became a leading contender in the early to mid-1950s; Golden Gloves champi…

Clarence Nash — longtime voice of Donald Duck Clarence Nash Clarence "Ducky" Nash (1904–1985) was the American voice actor who created and performed Donald Duck's distinctive voice for nearly half a century.

Clarence Seedorf: Career of a Dutch Midfielder and Manager Clarence Seedorf Clarence Seedorf (born 1 April 1976) is a Surinamese-born Dutch former midfielder, noted for versatility, passing and powerful shooting; a Champions League winner with three clubs…

Clarence Thomas — Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court Clarence Thomas Clarence Thomas (born 1948) is an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court since 1991. He is noted for originalist views, a low public profile, and a contentious confirmation th…

Clarence White — influential bluegrass and country-rock guitarist Clarence White Clarence White (1944–1973) was an American guitarist and singer who advanced flatpicking and helped shape country-rock through work with the Kentucky Colonels and the Byrds.

Clarence Williams III American actor (1939–2021) known for his role as Linc Hayes on The Mod Squad, a Tony Award nominee with a long career on stage, film and television, last seen in the 2013 film The…

Claribel Alegría: Nicaraguan poet, novelist and witness to Central American life Claribel Alegría Overview of Claribel Alegría (Clara Isabel Alegría Vides), her life (1924–2018), literary work across poetry, fiction and essays, major themes, and recognition including the 2006 N…

Clarissa Dickson Wright: British chef, broadcaster and barrister Clarissa Dickson Wright Clarissa Dickson Wright (1947–2014) was an English celebrity chef, television personality and trained barrister, best known as one half of BBC Two's Two Fat Ladies and for promotin…

Clarissa Eden, Dowager Countess of Avon (1920–2021) Clarissa Eden Biography of Anne Clarissa Eden (1920–2021), widow of Anthony Eden, niece of Winston Churchill; society hostess, memoirist and public figure who accompanied a British prime ministe…

Clark Gable (1901–1960) Clark Gable American film actor celebrated as a leading man of Hollywood's Golden Age. Best known as Rhett Butler in Gone with the Wind and an Academy Award winner for Mutiny on the Bounty.

Clark Gregg — American actor, director and screenwriter Clark Gregg American actor and director best known for portraying Phil Coulson in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and leading the TV series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.; also a writer and director of…

Clark James Gable: actor, model, and television host Clark James Gable Overview of Clark James Gable (1988–2019), grandson of Clark Gable: his background, career as a model and host of Cheaters, and his untimely death from an accidental overdose.

Clark Terry: American Jazz Trumpeter, Flugelhorn Pioneer and Educator Clark Terry Profile of Clark Terry (1920–2015), a leading American jazz trumpeter and flugelhorn player, band member of Basie and Ellington, prolific recording artist, and influential educator…

Clarke Carlisle — English professional footballer and advocate Clarke Carlisle Overview of Clarke Carlisle, an English former professional defender who played from 1997–2013 for clubs including Blackpool, QPR, Leeds, Watford and Burnley, and later worked on p…

Classified (rapper) Classified (Luke Boyd) is a Canadian rapper and producer from Enfield, Nova Scotia, known for a long independent career, self-produced records, and the mainstream hit “Inner Ninja.…

Claude Akins: American Character Actor Best Known as Sheriff Lobo Claude Akins Claude Akins (1926–1994) was an American character actor noted for his large presence, deep voice, and steady work in film and television, most famously as Sheriff Lobo on 1970s ne…

Claude Auchinleck: British Field Marshal and Middle East commander Claude Auchinleck Field Marshal Sir Claude Auchinleck (1884–1981), known as "The Auk," was a senior British commander in World War II, noted for service in India, leadership in North Africa and late…

Claude Bernard: Pioneer of Experimental Physiology Claude Bernard Claude Bernard (1813–1878) was a French physiologist who shaped experimental medicine, introduced the concept of the internal environment (milieu intérieur), and advanced methods s…

Claude Bertrand (1917–2014): Canadian neurosurgeon and researcher Claude Bertrand (neurosurgeon) Claude Bertrand was a Quebec-born neurosurgeon noted for mid-20th century clinical work and research; recognized as a Companion of the Order of Canada for advancing neurosurgery in…

Claude Brinegar: U.S. Secretary of Transportation and Oil Executive Claude Brinegar Claude Brinegar (1926–2009) was an American oil executive who served as the third U.S. Secretary of Transportation (1973–1975), guiding transportation policy through the 1973 oil c…

Claude Chabrol: Leading Figure of the French New Wave Claude Chabrol Claude Chabrol (1930–2010) was a French film director and critic, a prominent member of the nouvelle vague known for psychological thrillers, satirical portraits of the bourgeoisie…

Claude Choules (1901–2011) Claude Choules British-born naval veteran who served in the Royal Navy and later the Royal Australian Navy; one of the last surviving veterans of World War I, noted for his long life and public r…

Claude Confortès: French stage director and character actor Claude Confortès Overview of Claude Confortès (1928–2016), his work in French theatre and film, notable performances in La Guerre des boutons and Germinal, and his contributions as a stage director…

Claude Criquielion Belgian professional road cyclist (1957–2015), 1984 world road race champion, known for consistent Grand Tour top-ten finishes and strong performances in one-day classics.

Claude Dambury Claude Dambury is a former footballer from French Guiana, known for his regional international career and place in the territory's football history.

Claude Dauphin (1951–2015) — French commodities trader and Trafigura leader Claude Dauphin (businessman) Claude Dauphin was a French businessman who led Trafigura as CEO and executive chairman, helping build it into a major independent commodity trading firm. Forbes estimated his net…

Claude Dubar: French Sociologist of Socialization and Professional Identity Claude Dubar Claude Dubar (born 1945) is a French sociologist known for influential work on socialization, the construction of identities, and the sociology of professions and careers.

Claude Estier: French journalist and Socialist politician (1925–2016) Claude Estier Claude Estier (born Claude Hasday Ezratty) was a French journalist turned politician, deputy and long-serving senator who led the Socialist group in the Senate and bridged media an…

Claude Evrard: French actor celebrated for film and television roles Claude Evrard French character actor Claude Evrard (1933–2020) appeared in films and TV across several decades, known for Le Distrait, If the Sun Never Returns and his final film Back to Burgund…