Biographies

György Szabad (1924–2015) György Szabad György Szabad was a Hungarian historian and politician, Speaker of the National Assembly (1990–1994), known for research on 19th‑century Hungarian political and constitutional hist…

György Szepesi: Hungarian radio voice and sports administrator György Szepesi György Szepesi (1922–2018) was a leading Hungarian radio sports commentator, journalist and football official, long active in national and international sports organizations and wi…

Győző Forintos — Hungarian Chess Grandmaster and Economist Győző Forintos Brief encyclopedic article on Győző Forintos (1935–2018), a Hungarian chess grandmaster, national champion and economist, covering biography, career milestones, playing style and l…

Győző Kulcsár Győző Kulcsár (1940–2018) was a Hungarian épée fencer and multiple Olympic and world champion who later contributed to the sport as a coach and mentor.

Gyude Bryant — Liberian transitional leader (1949–2014) Gyude Bryant Charles Gyude Bryant was a Liberian businessman and politician who led the National Transitional Government of Liberia from 2003 to 2006, overseeing disarmament and preparation for…

Gyula Grosics (1926–2014): Hungarian goalkeeper of the Golden Team Gyula Grosics Gyula Grosics was Hungary’s celebrated goalkeeper, capped 86 times and a key member of the 1950s ‘Golden Team’ known for pioneering the sweeper‑keeper role and winning Olympic gold…

Gyula Horn: Hungarian Prime Minister and Diplomatic Architect of 1989 Gyula Horn Gyula Horn (1932–2013) was a Hungarian socialist politician, foreign minister and prime minister (1994–1998), noted for his role in opening the Hungarian border in 1989 and for rec…

Gyula Kosice Argentine sculptor and theorist (1924–2016), pioneer of kinetic and hydro-spatial art, first to use neon in sculpture and an influential figure in Latin American concrete and Madí…

Gyula Szabó (1930–2014) — Hungarian actor Gyula Szabó Gyula Szabó was a Hungarian stage and film actor whose career spanned nearly five decades. He appeared in about forty films between 1953 and 2002 and received two Mari Jászai Prize…

H. A. Rey Hans Augusto Rey (1898–1977), illustrator and author best known for co-creating the Curious George picture books with his wife Margret Rey; also noted for clear illustrative style…

H. B. Reese (Harry Burnett Reese) H. B. Reese Biography of H. B. Reese, American confectioner and inventor best known for Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, his company, origins, family life, and legacy in the candy industry.

H. Joel Deckard American politician; Republican state legislator and U.S. Representative from Indiana (1979–1983); later Reform Party U.S. Senate nominee (2000). Born in Vandalia, Illinois (1942),…

H. P. Lovecraft: American writer of cosmic horror H. P. Lovecraft Howard Phillips Lovecraft (1890–1937), author of the Cthulhu mythos, known for cosmic horror and antiquarian prose. Little-known in life, hugely influential after death; his work s…

H. Rider Haggard English novelist H. Rider Haggard (1856–1925), author of adventure tales and early fantasy set largely in Africa; best known for King Solomon's Mines and She and influential in pop…

H. S. Dillon — Indonesian human rights and anti‑corruption activist H. S. Dillon Harbrinderjit Singh Dillon (1945–2019) was an Indonesian Sikh public figure who served in government human rights roles and became known for advocacy on agrarian issues, minority r…

H. Sayeeduddin Dagar (Saeed Bhai) — Dhrupad vocalist of the Dagar lineage H. Sayeeduddin Dagar H. Sayeeduddin Dagar (1939–2017), known as Saeed Bhai, was an Indian classical vocalist from the Dagar family who devoted his career to the Dhrupad tradition. Born in Alwar, Rajast…

H. Wayne Norman Jr. American politician from Maryland who served in the Maryland House of Delegates and the Maryland Senate representing District 35; born 1955, died 2018.

Ha Jin Ha Jin (born Jin Xuefei, 1956) is a Chinese‑American novelist, poet and short‑story writer who adopted English as his literary language and brought modern Chinese life and history…

Ha Seung-jin — South Korean basketball player and first Korean in the NBA Ha Seung-jin Ha Seung-jin (born 4 August 1985) is a South Korean professional basketball center, noted for his height and for being the first Korean to play in the NBA. He played collegiately a…

Haakon Chevalier: American translator, writer, and friend of J. Robert Oppenheimer Haakon Chevalier Haakon Chevalier (1901–1985) was an American writer, translator and Berkeley professor known for translating major French and Spanish-language writers and for his friendship with p…

Haakon VII — King of Norway (1905–1957) Haakon VII Haakon VII, born Prince Carl of Denmark, was Norway’s king from 1905 to 1957; a constitutional monarch known for his role in establishing a modern Norwegian monarchy and for wartim…

Crown Prince Haakon of Norway: Heir Apparent and Skaugum Resident Haakon, Crown Prince of Norway Profile of Crown Prince Haakon of Norway (born 1973), only son of King Harald V and Queen Sonja, heir apparent to the throne and resident of the Skaugum Estate; covers his family,…

Habib (Habib Mohebian) — Iranian singer-songwriter Habib (singer) Habib Mohebian (1947–2016), known simply as Habib, was a popular Iranian singer-songwriter from Tehran, celebrated for emotive ballads like “Marde Tanhaye Shab”, “Shahla”, and “Mad…

Habib Bourguiba: Tunisia's First President and Modernizing Reformer Habib Bourguiba Habib Bourguiba (1903–2000) was a Tunisian lawyer and political leader who guided Tunisia to independence, served as its first president (1957–1987) and implemented major secular a…

Habibul Bashar Overview of Qazi Habibul Bashar, Bangladeshi opening batsman, former national captain who led Bangladesh through key milestones and later served as a national selector.

Hacène Lalmas — Algerian footballer (1943–2018) Hacène Lalmas Overview of Hacène Lalmas, Algerian attacking midfielder nicknamed “El Kebch”, his club and international career, playing style, legacy and death in 2018.

Haddaway — Trinidadian‑German singer best known for "What Is Love" Haddaway Profile of Alexander Nestor Haddaway, a Trinidadian‑born singer associated with 1990s Eurodance, best known for the 1993 hit "What Is Love" and its lasting pop‑culture presence.

Haddon Donald: New Zealand soldier, businessman and National Party MP Haddon Donald Haddon Vivian Donald (1917–2018) was a New Zealand soldier, businessman and National Party politician who served in World War II, sat in Parliament from 1963–1969, and lived to age…

Hadi Khosroshahi — Iranian cleric, diplomat and politician Hadi Khosroshahi Iranian Shia cleric and statesman, first ambassador from the Islamic Republic to the Vatican. He served in religious and diplomatic roles, faced intelligence allegations in Europe,…

Hadi Norouzi — Iranian footballer (1985–2015) Hadi Norouzi Hadi Norouzi was an Iranian forward and winger best known for his time at Persepolis, where he became captain shortly before his sudden death from a heart attack in 2015.

Hadizatou Mani — Nigerien anti-slavery campaigner and human rights advocate Hadizatou Mani Hadizatou Mani (b.1984) is a Nigerien activist who survived childhood servitude and won a landmark regional ruling and the 2009 International Women of Courage Award for her fight a…

Hadrian: Roman emperor, builder, and patron of Greek culture Hadrian Hadrian (76–138 CE) was Roman emperor from 117–138 CE, known for consolidating Rome's frontiers, extensive building and restoration, philhellenism, military oversight, legal reform…

Hadschi Baba Scheich (Haji Baba Sheikh) — Prime Minister of the Republic of Mahabad Hadschi Baba Scheich Kurdish religious and political leader who served as prime minister of the short-lived Republic of Mahabad (1946–1947). Spared execution after the republic's fall because of his cl…

Hafez: Persian Lyric Poet of Shiraz and Author of the Divan Hafez Hafez (Khwajeh Shams al-Din) was a 14th-century Persian poet from Shiraz whose ghazals in the Divan shaped Persian literature, Sufi thought, and popular culture across centuries.

Hafez al-Assad Syrian military officer and statesman who led Syria from 1971 to 2000, consolidating Ba'athist rule, shaping regional policy and arranging dynastic succession while governing throu…

Hafiz Hafeezur Rehman Pakistani politician from Gilgit‑Baltistan; leader of PML‑N in the region and the second Chief Minister of Gilgit‑Baltistan, first taking office in late 2015. Known for focus on re…

Hafizullah Amin Hafizullah Amin (1929–1979) was an Afghan communist leader and head of state whose brief, turbulent rule in 1979 precipitated the Soviet military intervention and remains controver…

Hage Geingob: Namibian statesman and first Prime Minister who became President Hage Geingob Profile of Hage Geingob (b. 1941), a leading Namibian politician, first post-independence Prime Minister and President since 2015; overview of career, roles, policies and notable f…

Hahm Eun-jung (Eunjung, Elsie) — South Korean singer and actress Hahm Eun-jung Hahm Eun-jung (born December 12, 1988) is a South Korean singer and actress, known by the stage names Eunjung and Elsie. She is a longtime member of the girl group T-ara and also w…

Haider al-Abadi Iraqi politician and former prime minister (2014–2018), known for leading Iraq’s government during the campaign against ISIS and for pursuing political and economic reforms.

Haifa Wehbe — Lebanese singer, actress, model and public figure Haifa Wehbe Lebanese entertainer Haifa Wehbe (born March 10, 1972) is a singer, actress, model and designer known across the Arab world for her pop music, screen roles and highly visible publi…

Haile Selassie I Ethiopian emperor (1892–1975) who modernized his country, led internationally against fascism, influenced Pan-Africanism and Rastafari, and was deposed in 1974 amid political uphea…

Hailee Steinfeld — American actress and singer Hailee Steinfeld Overview of Hailee Steinfeld’s career as an actress and recording artist, her notable roles, music work, awards recognition, and distinguishing features of her public profile.

Hailemariam Desalegn — Ethiopian political leader and prime minister (2012–2018) Hailemariam Desalegn Profile of Hailemariam Desalegn, Ethiopian politician who served as prime minister from 2012 to 2018, his career, policies, challenges and the circumstances of his resignation.

Hailey Bieber — American model, media personality, and entrepreneur Hailey Bieber Hailey Bieber (born Hailey Rhode Baldwin, 1996) is an American model, television host, and founder of the skincare brand Rhode. She is a member of the Baldwin family and is married…

Haim Gouri: Israeli Poet, Novelist, Journalist and Filmmaker Haim Gouri Concise encyclopedia entry on Haim Gouri (1923–2018), his life in Tel Aviv, roles as Hebrew poet, novelist, journalist and documentary filmmaker, major themes, awards and cultural…

Haitham bin Tariq, Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq Haitham bin Tariq (born 13 October 1954) became Sultan of Oman on 11 January 2020. A career diplomat and former culture minister, he has emphasized institutional continuity, measur…

Hajime Hosogai Hajime Hosogai (born 10 June 1986) is a Japanese professional footballer who has played as a central or defensive midfielder for clubs in Japan and Europe and has represented the J…