Biographies

Greyson Chance American singer, songwriter and pianist who rose to fame after a viral 2010 school performance of Lady Gaga’s “Paparazzi”; later released pop albums and developed a more mature, pi…

Griff Jenkins Profile of William Griffin “Griff” Jenkins, an American conservative television and radio personality and producer for Fox News Channel, known for hosting weekend editions of Fox &…

Griffin Dunne — American actor, director and producer Griffin Dunne Griffin Dunne (born June 8, 1955) is an American actor, director and producer best known for roles in An American Werewolf in London and After Hours and for directing Practical Mag…

Grigori Rasputin Russian peasant and controversial mystic (1869–1916) who gained influence at the imperial court as a faith healer and adviser to Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarina Alexandra.

Grigory Isaakovich Barenblatt Grigory Barenblatt Russian-born applied mathematician (1927–2018) known for work on scaling, self-similarity and the Barenblatt solution for nonlinear diffusion; long-time researcher at UC Berkeley a…

Grigory Margulis Russian–American mathematician celebrated for work on lattices in Lie groups, ergodic methods in number theory, rigidity theorems, and the proof of the Oppenheim conjecture; Fields…

Grim Sleeper (Lonnie David Franklin Jr.) — case overview Grim Sleeper An overview of Lonnie David Franklin Jr., known as the 'Grim Sleeper', his crimes in Los Angeles, investigation using familial DNA, trial, conviction, and lasting public and legal…

Grimké Sisters: Sarah and Angelina — Abolitionists and Pioneers for Women's Rights Grimké sisters Sarah and Angelina Grimké (1792–1873; 1805–1879) were sisters from Charleston who left a slaveholding household to become influential abolitionists, lecturers and early advocates f…

Grinling Gibbons: Baroque woodcarver and sculptor in Restoration England Grinling Gibbons Grinling Gibbons (1648–1721) was an Anglo‑Dutch carver whose delicate Baroque woodwork and stone reliefs decorate English churches and palaces, renowned for lifelike garlands, furn…

Gro Harlem Brundtland: Norwegian physician, leader in public health and sustainable development Gro Harlem Brundtland Norwegian physician and Labour Party politician who served as Norway’s first female prime minister, chaired the Brundtland Commission on sustainable development and led the WHO.

Groucho Marx: comic performer, film star, and cultural icon Groucho Marx Groucho Marx (Julius Henry Marx, 1890–1977) was an American comedian known for his quick wit, signature look, work with the Marx Brothers, and later as a popular radio and televisi…

Grover Cleveland: Honest Reformer and the Only U.S. President with Nonconsecutive Terms Grover Cleveland Grover Cleveland (1837–1908) was the 22nd and 24th president of the United States, noted for political reform, frequent use of the veto, opposition to corruption and imperialism, a…

Grumpy Cat (Tardar Sauce) — viral internet celebrity cat Grumpy Cat Grumpy Cat (Tardar Sauce, 2012–2019) was a viral internet feline known for a permanently 'grumpy' expression caused by feline dwarfism and an underbite. She inspired memes, merchan…

Grzegorz Lato — Polish footballer and 1974 World Cup top scorer Grzegorz Lato Grzegorz Lato (born 8 April 1950) is a former Polish footballer known for his pace and wing play. He was top scorer at the 1974 FIFA World Cup and a key member of Poland's national…

Grzegorz Miecugow — Polish journalist and television newscaster Grzegorz Miecugow Polish television journalist (1955–2017) known for presenting major news programs and for his work in televised commentary and satirical shows; influential figure in modern Polish…

Guadalupe Victoria: First President of Mexico and Independence Leader Guadalupe Victoria Overview of Guadalupe Victoria (José Miguel Ramón Adaucto Fernández), a leader in the Mexican War of Independence and Mexico’s first president (1824–1829): life, presidency, challe…

Gualberto Castro Mexican singer, actor and television presenter best known for Los Hermanos Castro, hosting La Carabina de Ambrosio and his stage work, including Tony in a Mexican West Side Story p…

Gualterio Looser Chilean botanist of the 20th century, known as a regional collector and taxonomic author whose specimens and published names contributed to knowledge of Chile's flora.

Gualtiero Marchesi — Italian chef and pioneer of modern Italian cuisine Gualtiero Marchesi Biography and legacy of Gualtiero Marchesi (1930–2017), the Milanese chef widely regarded as a founder of modern Italian cooking, his restaurants, signature dishes, influence and n…

Gucci Mane (Radric Delantic Davis) Gucci Mane American rapper and record executive, influential in the development of trap music; founder of 1017 Records, prolific mixtape and album creator, known for a distinctive persona and…

Guccio Gucci Italian entrepreneur and founder of the fashion house Gucci, known for establishing a luxury leather-goods workshop in Florence and initiating a family business that became a globa…

Gudrun Burwitz (née Himmler) Gudrun Burwitz Gudrun Burwitz (1929–2018), daughter of Heinrich Himmler, was a lifelong defender of her father who supported organizations aiding former SS members and remained involved with post…

Gudrun Pausewang: German Author Known for Youth Fiction and Dystopian Themes Gudrun Pausewang Biography and overview of Gudrun Pausewang, a German children's and young-adult author noted for works addressing war, nuclear disaster and social responsibility, including Die Wol…

Gudrun Zapf-von Hesse: German Type Designer, Calligrapher and Bookbinder Gudrun Zapf-von Hesse Biography and overview of Gudrun Zapf-von Hesse (1918–2019), her design style, notable typefaces, bookmaking work, awards and influence on 20th-century typography.

Guðjón Arnar Kristjánsson Icelandic politician, leader of the Liberal Party (2003–2009) and Althingi member (1999–2009), known for his role in founding a small liberal party after leaving the Independence P…

Guðmundur Þór Kárason — Icelandic puppeteer, puppet designer and performer Guðmundur Þór Kárason Icelandic puppeteer and puppet designer best known for founding LTS Garðbær Studios and performing the voice and puppetry of Ziggy on LazyTown; also contributed to Eurovision and J…

Guglielmo Marconi: Pioneer of Wireless Telegraphy and Radio Communication Guglielmo Marconi Italian inventor and electrical engineer who developed practical long-distance wireless telegraphy, founded the Marconi company, won the 1909 Nobel Prize in Physics, and shaped ear…

Gugu Liberato (Brazilian television presenter and entertainer) Gugu Liberato Antônio 'Gugu' Liberato (1959–2019) was a prominent Brazilian television host, entertainer and businessman who rose from a teenage production assistant to national fame with popula…

Gugu Mbatha‑Raw: English actress working across stage, film and television Gugu Mbatha-Raw Overview of Gugu Mbatha‑Raw’s life and career, covering early life, major roles on stage and screen, critical recognition, and the range of her work in film and television.

Guida Maria Portuguese actress Guida Maria (1950–2018) had a six-decade career across stage, film and television, noted for memorable roles in theatre and popular series in Portugal and Brazil…

Guide skier A guide skier leads and advises visually impaired skiers on snow, using voice, radio or tethers to navigate safely. Guides work in recreation and competition and require specialize…

Guido Altarelli (1941–2015) Guido Altarelli Italian theoretical physicist known for foundational work in perturbative quantum chromodynamics and the Altarelli–Parisi evolution equations, influential in particle-physics pheno…

Guido Buchwald — German World Cup–winning defender and coach Guido Buchwald Guido Buchwald (born 24 January 1961) is a former German central defender best known for his role in West Germany's 1990 World Cup victory and long club career in Germany and Japan…

Guido Cavalcanti: Florentine poet and leading figure of the Dolce Stil Novo Guido Cavalcanti Guido Cavalcanti (c.1259–1300), Florentine noble and poet, was a central figure of the Dolce Stil Novo. His philosophically intense sonnets shaped early Italian lyric and influence…

Guido Cerniglia — Italian actor and theatre director Guido Cerniglia Guido Cerniglia (1939–2020) was an Italian stage actor and director who also worked in film and television, best known for performances in 1970s cinema and a long career in Italian…

Guido Ceronetti: Italian writer, poet, and theater innovator Guido Ceronetti Overview of Guido Ceronetti (1927–2018), an Italian poet, essayist, novelist, translator, journalist and playwright; his work, themes, theatrical activity and legacy.

Guido de Marco — Maltese statesman and President of Malta (1999–2004) Guido de Marco Guido de Marco (1931–2010) was a Maltese lawyer and politician who served as President of Malta, held senior cabinet posts, led Malta at the United Nations, and chaired the Commonw…

Guido Gezelle: Flemish Priest, Poet and Translator (1830–1899) Guido Gezelle Guido Gezelle (1830–1899) was a Belgian Roman Catholic priest and influential Flemish poet, translator and writer, noted for religious verse, nature imagery and his translation of…

Guido Messina — Italian track and road cyclist (1931–2020) Guido Messina Italian track and road cyclist; Olympic gold medalist in the 1952 team pursuit, professional rider in the 1950s and winner of a 1955 Giro d'Italia stage; born in Monreale, died in…

Guido Quaroni — Italian animator and voice performer Guido Quaroni Italian animator and voice actor (born 1967), best known for voicing the character Guido in Pixar's Cars films and for his creative work in animated filmmaking.

Guido van den Berg: German SPD politician and economist (1975–2019) Guido van den Berg Guido van den Berg was a German politician and economist who represented the Social Democratic Party in North Rhine-Westphalia, serving in regional and district offices until his d…

Guido van Rossum Dutch programmer who created the Python programming language; language designer, community leader, and long-time steward of Python's development.

Guido von List: Austrian occultist, runic theorist and völkisch writer Guido von List Overview of Guido von List (1848–1919), his runic teachings, völkisch and occult views, influences, followers and the historical reception of his antisemitic and racial ideas.

Guido Westerwelle — German FDP leader, Vice‑Chancellor and Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle Profile of Guido Westerwelle (1961–2016), German lawyer and liberal politician who led the FDP and served as Vice‑Chancellor and Foreign Minister; his career, public roles and pers…

Guildford Dudley English nobleman, son of the Duke of Northumberland, husband of Lady Jane Grey and a central figure in the 1553 succession crisis; executed in 1554 following his brief tenure as co…

Guillaume Bieganski — French footballer (1932–2016) Guillaume Bieganski Guillaume Bieganski (3 Nov 1932–8 Oct 2016) was a French professional footballer who played as a defender during the mid‑20th century and contributed to the development of post‑war…

Guillaume de Machaut: 14th-Century French Poet and Composer Guillaume de Machaut Guillaume de Machaut (c.1300–1377), leading composer-poet of the medieval Ars Nova, known for Messe de Nostre Dame and many secular songs that shaped late medieval music and poetry…

Guillaume Dufay (c. 1397–1474) Guillaume Dufay Guillaume Dufay was a leading Franco‑Flemish composer of the early Renaissance, central to the Burgundian School. He shaped 15th‑century sacred and secular music and advanced compo…