Imhotep

Yes, the character from The Mummy was inspired by a real person. First, let's get that out of the way. Although we do know a few facts about the real Imhotep, it is impossible to pinpoint anything about his life because it occurred so long ago. His accomplishments occurred approximately 2600 BC, during the rule of Djoser of the Third Dynasty, or the first Old Kingdom dynasty, according to archaeological evidence from later Egyptian sources. He may have been the first person ever to be deified and adored as a god because of his enormous importance to Egypt.

Imhotep was the first architect, at least the first architect who appears in historical documents, regardless of mythology. He left his mark on some of the most magnificent ancient Egyptian buildings in and around Cairo, including the Djoser step pyramid complex at Saqqara, also known as "The Refreshment of the Gods." It was a historically first design that was carried out totally under his direction and utilized stone-dressed building and column styles. Not only that, but around around this time, ancient Egyptian structures began to become more intricate and complex, indicating that Imhotep may have played a bigger influence in ancient Egyptian architecture than we may ever realize.

It's challenging to determine the precise impact of Imhotep's works because archeological evidence tends to exaggerate his accomplishments. He was also a gifted physician and, well, a God. Imhotep's tomb, however, has never been discovered, and it might contain some hints as to the extent of his engineering and scientific accomplishments.

Burial place: Saqqara (probable)
Other names: Asclepius (name in Greek) Imouthes (also name in Greek)
Occupation: chancellor to the Pharaoh Djoser and High Priest of Ra
Years active: c. 27th century BCE
Known for: Being the architect of Djoser's step pyramid