Authors Born on August 20
- Phil Lynott Lead Vocalist, 1949
- Rajiv Gandhi Politician, 1944
- Randeep Hooda Actor, 1976
- Ray Wise Actor, 1947
- Robert Plant Singer, 1948
- Sally Yates Lawyer, 1960
- Salvatore Quasimodo Poet, 1901
- Steve Daines Politician, 1962
- Sylvester McCoy Actor, 1943
- Tammy Bruce Radio Personality, 1962
- Terry Sanford Administrator, 1917
- William H. Gray III Politician, 1941
- William Herbert Gray III Politician, 9410