July 12th famous deaths
List of celebrities and famous people who died on July 12th
2029 - 2020
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020
2020
American author best known for her children's books, including the Magic School Bus series.
Jezel Takahashi was a Japanese novelist known for her novels that delved into the complexities of human relationships and cultural traditions.
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Kelly preston was an american actress known for her roles in movies suchjson as jerry maguire and twins.
Former Croatian Serb politician, indicted for war crimes.
Theoplis Castillo was a renowned Mexican essayist known for his insightful and socially conscious writings.
Damieon Blackwood was a renowned British novelist whose works often explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition.
Trinnity Blackwood was a renowned African-American poet whose work explored themes of race, gender, and social justice.
Zackari Eriksson was a Swedish poet known for his lyrical and introspective works exploring the human condition.
Actress known for her roles in Jerry Maguire and Twins.
Dutch footballer and manager (d. 2020)
2019 - 2010
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010
2019
Pioneer in computer science known for his work on time-sharing systems.
Renowned poet known for her evocative and powerful verses.
Foreign correspondent and author known for his insightful reporting
English youtuber and television presenter (b. 1984)
2018
Lannis Fitzgerald was a celebrated playwright known for her thought-provoking and socially conscious works that explored themes of identity, power, and social justice.
Ebbe Curtis Hoff was a renowned biologist known for his contributions to the field of marine biology.
2016
Elroy Berger was a chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
Serbian politician (b. 1958)
2015
Famous singer-songwriter in the pop music industry.
Ryer Lam was a brilliant mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of cryptography and data security.
Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
Calvary Eriksson was a Swedish astronomer known for her contributions to the study of exoplanets.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Luddie Atkins was a fearless investigative journalist who uncovered numerous government and corporate scandals.
Deadrick Patel was a renowned chemist who made significant contributions to the development of new materials for energy storage and conversion.
Hargis Sharma was a renowned Indian mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of number theory.
Known for creating intricate sculptures using unconventional materials.
Famous for his award-winning stage plays.
Tibetan monk and activist (b. 1950)
American lawyer, judge, and actor (b. 1941)
Chinese engineer, economist, and politician (b. 1935)
Zimbabwean journalist, author, and poet (b. 1956)
2014
Russian politician known for her liberal views and activism.
Israeli writer and translator.
Noted for his work in marine biology and conservation.
Russian journalist and politician (d. 2014)
American author and political scientist (d. 2014).
Spanish painter and sculptor (d. 2014)
Pakistani author (b. 1931)
American soldier and politician (b. 1924)
Romanian politician (b. 1927)
2013
British traveler, born in egypt. he is the tv host of "whicker's world", which he started as a television show. he was a globe-trotting documentaryist and featured interviews with celebrities. his program was viewed by over ten million people. whicker worked for bbc from february 1957 to 1968 before establishing the award-winning partnership with yorkshire television. in the early 1980s, …
Bose corporation was founded by an american engineer and businessman (d. 2013).
Welsh writer, aquatic ape hypothesis (d. 2013)
Japanese author (b. 1932)
2012
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Indian wrestler who later became a popular actor in Hindi cinema.
Pakistani cricketer (b. 1930)
American director and producer (d. 2012)
American biologist and zoologist
Danish-american author and illustrator (b. 1920)
Iranian director and playwright (b. 1931)
English footballer and manager (b. 1926)
2011
Tragically kidnapped and murdered in Brooklyn, New York.
Egyptian literary critic and feminist thinker.
Passaic, new jersey -- television creator (brady bunch and gilligan is).
Ame Deal was a talented gymnast known for her dedication and passion for the sport.
2010
Celebrated poet from Somalia known for his evocative verses.
Jarrius Fitzgerald was an acclaimed American playwright whose works often explored themes of social justice and identity.
Known for groundbreaking plays and social commentary.
Hortence Morales was a respected Mexican journalist who covered political and social issues in Latin America.
Blossie Hawkins was a renowned jazz pianist and composer who made significant contributions to the genre.
American political activist and independent candidate for President of the United States in 2004.
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American comic book writer (born 1939).
British composer known for his contributions to contemporary classical music.
Known for his autobiographical comic series 'American Splendor.'
American author and critic (b. 1939)
Cuban-american singer (d. 2010)
English-american author (b. 1941)
Brazilian clarinet player, saxophonist (d.2010)
Cameroonian journalist (d. 2010)
2009 - 2000
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000
2008
Pioneering chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
Notable physicist who made significant advancements in quantum mechanics.
American baseball outfielder and player who smoked tobacco. he was also a self-described loner.
Tony Snow was an American journalist who served as the White House Press Secretary under President George W. Bush.
2007
Noted chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
Australian radio and television host (b. 1947)
Norwegian singer-songwriter and guitarist (b. 1975)
Norwegian guitar player (born 1975)
2006
Indonesian poet known for his impactful verses.
American sculptor known for her abstract and figurative works.
Greek actor (born 1916).
2005
American television news analyst, host of his cable tv show "state of the union", on cnn since january 2009.
Renowned mathematician known for his work in number theory.
Baron king of wartnaby, english businessman (b. 1917)
2004
English-canadian ballerina, co-founded the national ballet school of canada (b. 1918)
2003
Renowned painter known for his abstract art.
Known for his work on creativity and educational psychology.
Renowned poet with a unique style.
Nyc, new york -- musician / composer (easy money, king carter)
English race car driver (d. 2003)
2001
Japanese physicist known for his contributions to nuclear physics.
Acclaimed poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
American politician who served in the Missouri House of Representatives.
Served as a Senator in the United States.
American illustrator and author (d. 2001).
2000
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
Renowned Japanese painter known for her abstract and colorful artworks.
Canadian colonel and politician, victoria cross recipient (b. 1908)
Canadian army officer, recipient of the victoria cross (born in 1908)
1999 - 1990
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990
1999
Lulabelle Lester was a renowned singer known for her soulful voice.
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Actor and producer from pakistani-indian (d. 1999).
1998
Renowned sculptor known for his monumental public artworks.
American author known for his works on psychology and human behavior.
Soviet/russian scientist and engineer (b. 1925)
American singer-songwriter and banjo player (d. 1998)
French canadian artist (born in 1941).
1997
French teacher. furet, the son of a banker became a high school history teacher. furet was appointed a cnrs attacha(c), 1956 and assistant director to studies1961, respectively, and as director of studies in 1966. furet served as president of the school of social studies from 1977 to 1985, and was also president of st-simon foundation, 1982-1982, director of raymond aron …
1996
American journalist, television personality, host of nbc's today show, july 1961 to september 1962. he interviewed every u.s. president since harry truman and covered four wars.
Bern, switzerland -- austrian composer dantons tod
American journalist (b. 1927)
Scholar naturalist, dies at 84
Journalist dies at 73
Publisher dies at 79
Journalist dies at 68
1995
Pianist/composer, dies at 49
At 72, a bassist dies
Singer, dies at 69
At 62, naturalist/broadcaster dies
1994
Renowned German novelist known for his impactful works on post-war Germany.
English geographer and cartographer (b. 1915)
Expert in greek epigraphy, died at 56
At 76, historian dies
Radio/tv-host (sport in image), dead at 52
1993
English journalist and photographer (d. 1993).
Actress (tomorrow will have better) dies at 91
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Mother of bibi, dies at 78 from heart failure
1992
American journalist and author (b. 1903)
Last british executor (433 men /17 women)
English film editor (robbery, accident, boom)
1990
Brazilian footballer, manager, and journalist (d. 1990)
Brazilian journalist and football coach (born 1917).
After a short illness, he dies at 71
1989 - 1980
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980
1988
American producer, director, and author of numerous broadway shows. he was awarded the pulitzer prize for "south pacific" (1949) and has directed many movie classics, including "picnic," 1955 and "camelot," 1967. 1969.
Joshua Logan was an American stage and film director known for his work on musicals like 'South Pacific' and 'Camelot'.
Us economist dies at 83
1985
First female mayor of Berkeley, California.
1983
British saxophonist traffic (born 1944).
1982
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British actor. onscreen since 1948. his films include "no highway in the sky," doctor in the house, and "the sheriff of fractured jaw." more won the british film academy award as best actor for his roles in "genevieve," and "doctor in the house." he won the venice best actor prize in 1955 for his role in "the deep blue sea." …
1981
American architect and urban planner.
Historian (wwii), died at 73
1980
American educator, college administrator, and civil rights leader (b. 1888)[54]
President of west virginia state college, dies at the age of 92.
1979 - 1970
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970
1979
Minnie riperton was a soul singer known for her five-octave vocal range and her hit song 'lovin' you'.
Italian-American mobster and journalist known for his involvement in organized crime.
Jamaican-english civil rights activist (d. 1979)
Composer dies at 69
1978
Russian chemist known for his research in organic chemistry.
1977
Actor (growing paynes: once upon a tune), died at 66
1976
Denver, colorado -- tv host (original amateur hour)
1975
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for investigative reporting.
American painter and illustrator (b. 1887)
1973
American actor known for his roles in horror films under the stage name Lon Chaney Jr.
Lon Chaney Jr. followed in his father's footsteps and became a well-known actor in horror films.
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Jr., american actor (born in 1906).
1971
French canadian professional wrestler (born 1914).
1969 - 1960
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960
1969
Australian farmer and author (b. 1885)
Australian novelist (born 1885).
1966
A prominent Zen Buddhist scholar who helped introduce Zen Buddhism to the West.
Japanese philosopher and author (b. 1870)
Zen buddhism scholar, dies at 96 in tokyo, japan
1965
Estonian speed skater (born 1898)
1962
American composer and bandleader (b. 1907)
American band leader (born in 1907)
1961
Canadian author and playwright (b. 1879)
Canadian playwright and author (d. 1961).
1959 - 1950
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950
1956
English politician, minister of state at the department of energy and climate change
Belgian governor of congo (1921-1923), dies at age 80
1954
Known for contributions to quantum mechanics.
1953
Belgian composer, organist, and music educator.
Composer dies at 79
1950
American actress, author, and interior decorator (b. 1865)
1949 - 1940
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940
1949
Irish scholar and politician, 1st president of ireland (b. 1860)
1947
American saxophonist and bandleader (d. 1947)
1946
American journalist and author (b. 1870)
1945
German field marshal (b. 1895)
Russian engineer and mathematician (d. 1945).
German field marshal (born in 1895).
1944
German politician and resistance fighter against the Nazi regime.
American politician who served as Governor of Vermont.
American general and politician, governor of puerto rico (b. 1887)
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American politician and business leader who received the medal of honor. he was a veteran of both world wars. he was edith roosevelt's eldest child.
1939 - 1930
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930
1935
American author known for her novels and short stories.
French military officer who was convicted of treason and exiled to devilaeur(tm), island penal colony. this became a symbol of the growing anti-semitic sentiments in europe. the dreyfus affair was the name given to the 12-year-long struggle to prove his innocence. he was denied a hearing, and his plight became a national issue. this caused divisions among intellectuals in france …
1934
Norwegian-american inventor and businessman, invented the outboard motor (b. 1877)
1933
Lawyer dies at 45
1931
Swedish archbishop, nobel prize laureate (b. 1866)
Swedish clergyman. he was the church of sweden archbishop of uppsala from 1914-1931 and the recipient of the nobel peace prize in 1930. he is remembered in the calendar of saints of the lutheran church as well as in the liturgical year of the episcopal church (usa), on july 12.
1929 - 1920
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920
1929
American painter and educator (b. 1865)
American painter and educator (d. 299)
1926
Gertrude Bell was a British writer, traveler, political officer, administrator, and archaeologist who played a major role in the establishment of the modern state of Iraq.
English playwright and screenwriter (d. 2020)
1922
Augustus Buell was an American author and biographer.
1919 - 1910
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910
1918
Croatian explorer (born 1864)
1917
Swiss / french postage stamp merchant / forger
1916
Dutch minister of agriculture dies at 52
1910
Rolls-royce limited was co-founded by an english engineer and a businessman (d. 1910).
British engineer and aviator (born in 1887).
1909 - 1900
Famous deaths on July 12th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900
1908
13th president of liberia (b. 1842)
1906
Composer dies at age 70
1902
Dutch hydraulic engineer (new waterway) dies at 74