"It's hard to beat a person who never gives up." ― Babe Ruth From Babe Ruth Athlete Added on 1/31/2026 About Babe Ruth Babe Ruth was an American baseball player whose power hitting transformed Major League Baseball. He is regarded as one of the greatest sports figures in U.S. history. Born: 1895-02-06 Died: 1948-08-16 View all quotes from Babe Ruth