Leading Figures in History

Discover the people who shaped our world — from rulers and scientists to artists and activists.

39107 persons found

Nicolette Larson

b. 1952

American singer (1952–1997)

Nicolò Albertini

Catholic friar and cardinal (1250–1321)

Nictzin Dyalhis

b. 1873

American novelist

Nie Rongzhen

Chinese military leader

Niels Henrik Abel

b. 1802

Norwegian mathematician (1802–1829)

Niels Juel

b. 1629

Danish naval officer (1629–1697)

Niels Kaas

Danish politician

Niels Viggo Bentzon

b. 1919

Danish composer and pianist

Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen

b. 1946

Danish jazz double bassist (1946–2005)

Niels, King of Denmark

King of Denmark from 1104 to 1134

Nigel Barker (photographer)

b. 1972

English TV show personality, author, and filmmaker

Nigel Calder

British science writer

Nigel Davenport

b. 1928

English actor (1928–2013)

Nigel Dodds

b. 1958

Northern Ireland politician (born 1958)

Nigel Emslie, Lord Emslie

b. 1947

Scottish judge (born 1947)

Nigel Gresley

b. 1876

British engineer (1876–1941)

Nigel Griggs

b. 1949

British-born bass guitarist

Nigel Harrison

b. 1951

English musician

Nigel Lappin

b. 1976

Australian rules footballer, born 1976

Nigel Mansell

b. 1953

British racing driver (born 1953)

Nigel Martyn

b. 1966

English footballer (born 1966)

Nigel Owens

b. 1971

Welsh international rugby union referee

Nigel Patrick

b. 1912

English actor and stage director (1912–1981)

Nigel Pearson

b. 1963

English football manager (born 1963)