Top 10 February 24 Birthdays
10. February 24, 1942: Joe Lieberman. A 4-term U.S. Senator from Connecticut, in 2000 he became the 1st Jewish person nominated for Vice President by a major party. The less said about his political career from the moment he accepted that nomination onward, the better. 9. February 24, 1836: Winslow Homer. Painter known for his nautical scenes, especially New England beaches. 8. February 24, 1921: Abe Vigoda. He played gangster Salvatore Tessio in The Godfather , and moved to the other side of the law to play Detective Phil Fish on Barney Miller and Fish . Honorable Mention: February 24, 1931: Dominic Chianese. He played Johnny Ola in The Godfather Part II , and Corrado Soprano Jr., a.k.a. Uncle Junior, on The Sopranos. But he's no thug: He's a graduate of the Bronx High School of Science, a Broadway veteran, and a fine singer even into his 90s. Honorable Mention: February 24, 1932: John Vernon. He played the Mayor o...