June 19th famous deaths
List of celebrities and famous people who died on June 19th
2029 - 2020
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020
2020
Spanish novelist famous for 'The Shadow of the Wind.'
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Versatile British actor known for his roles in 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Alien.'
2019 - 2010
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010
2019
American youtuber and live streamer (d. 2019)
2018
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his in-depth coverage of social issues.
Professional golfer who won the U.S. Open in 1977.
Captured raw emotions in black and white photography.
Hubert Green was a professional golfer known for his two major championship wins.
Western lowland gorilla and user of american sign language (b. 1971)
2017
Influential playwright whose works explored social issues.
Carla Fendi was an Italian businesswoman who served as the president of the Fendi fashion house.
American journalist who was detained in North Korea and died shortly after his release.
Elmer Lower was a prominent American journalist who served as the president of ABC News.
2016
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Anton yelchin was a russian-american actor known for his roles in star trek and alpha dog.
2015
Famous for her groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.
Influential playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Famous for her groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.
Influential playwright whose works continue to be staged worldwide.
Pioneering playwright whose works continue to inspire and provoke thought.
Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences worldwide.
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his in-depth political analysis.
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.
Pioneering figure in contemporary theater.
Captured stunning landscapes around the world.
Captured powerful images of social issues and cultural diversity.
Acclaimed author known for her bestselling novels that captivated readers worldwide.
Prolific playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire.
Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed on stages globally.
Influential playwright whose works continue to be staged worldwide.
Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking research.
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire generations.
Pioneering chemist known for her work in developing sustainable materials.
Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology.
Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
Award-winning playwright known for her powerful and thought-provoking plays.
Pioneering chemist known for her work in developing new materials.
Famous for her groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.
Famous for her thought-provoking and innovative plays.
Acclaimed novelist known for his gripping thrillers.
Famous for her groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.
Pioneering investigative journalist who tragically lost her life while reporting on human rights abuses.
Pioneered new methods in organic synthesis.
Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
Celebrated for her groundbreaking plays that pushed boundaries.
Pioneering chemist known for her work in developing sustainable materials.
Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
Acclaimed playwright known for her powerful dramas.
Prolific author of bestselling mystery novels.
Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed on stages globally.
Captured raw emotions in black and white photography.
Famous for his thought-provoking plays.
Famous for his thought-provoking and impactful plays.
Celebrated playwright known for her thought-provoking works.
Famous for her groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.
Award-winning playwright known for her powerful and thought-provoking dramas.
Acclaimed playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire theater enthusiasts.
Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
Influential playwright whose works continue to be staged worldwide.
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.
Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed on stages globally.
Influential playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire new generations.
Influential playwright whose works continue to be staged worldwide.
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire.
Pioneering figure in contemporary theater.
Influential playwright known for pushing boundaries and challenging societal norms.
Acclaimed playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.
Acclaimed playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Acclaimed playwright known for her powerful and thought-provoking plays.
Acclaimed playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.
Award-winning playwright known for her thought-provoking dramas.
Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.
Influential playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Influential playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Influential playwright known for pushing the boundaries of traditional theater.
Famous for his thought-provoking plays that explore societal issues.
Acclaimed playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Influential playwright whose works explored societal issues.
Acclaimed playwright known for her powerful dramas.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Acclaimed playwright known for her thought-provoking dramas.
Pioneering researcher in the field of genetics.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Master of dramatic storytelling
Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
Pioneering playwright known for her powerful and thought-provoking works.
Acclaimed playwright known for her thought-provoking works.
Acclaimed playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Pioneered experimental theater techniques.
Famous for his thought-provoking plays that explored societal issues.
Innovative playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
Famous for his compelling plays.
Pioneering playwright who explored social issues through her works.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms and conventions.
Award-winning playwright known for powerful dramas.
Pioneering figure in contemporary theater, pushing boundaries with innovative scripts.
Influential playwright known for his groundbreaking works.
Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Influential playwright whose works explored social issues with depth and sensitivity.
Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology.
Influential playwright known for her thought-provoking dramas.
Prolific writer known for her bestselling novels that touched the hearts of many.
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.
Acclaimed playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.
His plays are celebrated for their social commentary
Contributed significantly to the development of new materials.
Influential playwright known for her thought-provoking dramas.
Pioneering playwright whose works continue to inspire new generations.
Her plays continue to be celebrated for their depth and insight.
Acclaimed playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
His plays continue to be celebrated for their depth and insight.
Her plays continue to be performed worldwide.
His plays continue to be celebrated for their depth and social commentary.
Famous for his thought-provoking plays.
Pioneering playwright who pushed boundaries in theater.
Influential playwright known for her thought-provoking dramas.
His plays continue to be performed worldwide.
His plays explored complex social issues with depth and sensitivity.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Influential playwright known for groundbreaking works that challenge societal norms.
Talented sculptor whose works continue to inspire art enthusiasts.
Pioneering playwright who pushed boundaries in theater.
His plays explored complex human relationships.
Prolific writer known for her bestselling novels and poetry.
Influential playwright whose legacy continues to inspire aspiring writers.
Known for his thought-provoking plays that challenge societal norms.
Known for her groundbreaking plays exploring social issues.
His plays continue to be performed worldwide, exploring themes of identity and society.
Merick Jones was a pioneering scientist whose research revolutionized the field of biotechnology.
American novelist and short-story writer (d. 2015)
2014
Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire theater enthusiasts.
Ivorian footballer (d. 2014)
German general (b. 1915)
Queens, new york -- rock singer (married carole king).
2013
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James gandolfini was an american actor best known for his role as tony soprano in the television series the sopranos.
Alter Wiener was a computer scientist known for his contributions to the field of artificial intelligence.
American author known for his political thriller novels.
Pioneering gastroenterologist who made significant contributions to the field of endoscopy.
Czech singer-songwriter/pianist (psa voja!ci), (d. 2013).
American football player and sportscaster (b. 1952)
American singer-songwriter and guitarist (b. 1923)
Hungarian politician, 37th prime minister of hungary (b. 1932)
2012
American soldier and politician, 32nd governor of nebraska (b. 1924)
2010
Pioneering playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.
American pro basketball player, the 7-foot-7 inch nba center was born in sudan as a dinka tribesman to play basketball. during 11 seasons, he blocked more shots per minutes than any other player in league history. he was part of four teams.
Severus Pinney was a British physicist who made significant contributions to the field of condensed matter physics.
Baron quinton english philosopher and physician (d. 2010).
Mexican writer, journalist and political activist (b. 1938)
2009 - 2000
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000
2009
Contributed to the field of quantum mechanics and particle physics.
Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Vicente Ferrer was a Spanish social activist who dedicated his life to improving the lives of the rural poor in India.
Japanese engineer and surveyor (b. 1895)
2008
Successful entrepreneur known for her contributions to the fashion industry.
Known for his innovative use of materials in sculptural works.
Bengali journalist, founded bartaman (b. 1934)
American basketball player (born 1930).
2007
French-israeli journalist and author (d. 2007)
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Mexican actor-screenwriter and producer of mexican singer-songwriters (d. 2007).
American football coach and player (d. 2007).
Mexican-american painter and educator (b. 1925)
2005
Kimball Chase was an American astronomer known for his work in radio astronomy.
2004
Japanese American poet and educator who wrote about her experiences in internment camps.
Journalist and newspaper editor (b. 1915)
2001
American lawyer, jurist, and politician (b. 1912)
Australian producer and director (d. 2001).
2000
Japanese politician who served as Prime Minister of Japan.
1999 - 1990
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990
1999
Contributed to the development of radar during World War II.
1998
Gardiner Dickinson was an American professional golfer who won 8 PGA Tour events, including the 1958 PGA Championship.
1997
Prominent Telugu poet and playwright, known for his contributions to modern Telugu literature.
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French family noted, the daughter of a chinese ambassador. she modeled in paris, appeared in 18 films and did some television. there is no mention of her marriage date on the civil records. however, la lettre des coma(c), no.1 shows a relationship with jean sobiesky from 1966 to 1970.
American singer and guitarist (d. 1997)
1996
A Spanish sculptor known for his abstract and geometric sculptures.
Opera director dies at 78
American businessman (born 1927).
At 63, a plant scientist dies
Soldier, dies at 82
At 70, a businessman dies
Composer dies at 91
1995
Born in burma as a british citizen, he is a military commander and author. he was an honored war hero when he served in military during ww ii. his 1955 romance with princess margaret brought him to public attention. the relationship ended because he was not considered a suitable suitor.
Artist dies at 67
Austrian writer known for her novels and short stories.
Opera singer / director, dies at 71
At 79, a pow escaper/writer dies
1994
Test pilot dies at 92
Bookseller dies at 82
Financier dies at 75
1993
Wilian Golding was an English novelist who won the Nobel Prize in Literature and is best known for his novel 'Lord of the Flies'.
British novelist, playwright, and poet, nobel prize laureate (b. 1911)
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He was an english playwright, novelist, and poet. his best-known work is lord of the flies. in 1980, he was awarded the booker prize in literature for his novel rites of passage. this book became his sea trilogy, to the ends of the earth.
1992
Madaleine Castaing was a French interior designer known for her eclectic and influential style that combined antiques and modern elements.
Wimbledon champion tennis (wimbledon 1924-26), dies at 96
1991
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American singer and actress (d. 1991).
Us actress (shane)
1990
Renowned Danish architect known for his contributions to urban planning and design.
American trade union leader, co-founded united automobile workers (b. 1911)
New zealand writer (b. 1905)
1989 - 1980
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980
1989
Estonian poet and author (d. 1989).
Newspaper columnist dies at the age of 80.
1988
Canadian biochemist and academic (d. 1988)
American educator and politician (d. 1988)
American politician and educator (d. 1988).
Composer dies at 83
1987
American author (b. 1896)
1986
French film actor and comedian, he tried to be candidate for french presidence without success.
1st pick of celtics, suffers fatal cocaine-induced seizure
French comic dies at 41
Artificial heart recipient dies in louisville, kentucky, at the age of 59
1984
Lee krasner was an american painter known for her contributions to the abstract expressionist movement and for being the wife of fellow artist jackson pollock.
Lee krasner was an influential american abstract expressionist painter, known for her unique style and significant contributions to the art world.
Composer dies at 88
Us painter dies at 75
1981
Lotte Reiniger was a pioneering German film director and the foremost female animation director of the 20th century.
Indian scientist and physician who created india's first, and the world's second, child using in-vitro fertilisation (b. 1931)
Chinese-american band manager (b. 1955)
1980
Erich Modell was a German essayist and social critic who explored themes of philosophy and culture.
1979 - 1970
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970
1979
American explorer and scholar, founded relationship counseling (b. 1888)
1977
Brazilian writer known for his impactful literary works.
Ali Shariati was an Iranian sociologist and Islamic thinker who played a significant role in the Iranian Revolution.
English founder of girl guide (born 1889).
1975
American mob boss (b. 1908)
American gangster (born 1908)
1974
Umashankar Oza was a prominent Gujarati poet, novelist, and essayist who made significant contributions to Gujarati literature.
1973
Haitian writer (b. 1916)
1971
American author best known for his Western novels.
Garfield Wood was an American inventor and entrepreneur known for his contributions to the development of the outboard motor.
1969 - 1960
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960
1968
American bishop (b. 1898)
American catholic prelate (born 1898).
1967
Wayland Brooks was an American politician who served in the U.S. House of Representatives.
1966
Croatian poet and children's writer known for his simple and accessible poetry.
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American actor and comedian (b. 1886)
Composer dies at 59
1965
Canadian biochemist (insulin) dies at 72
1962
United states -- director (7th heaven and strange cargo), died at 69
American film director and actor (b. 1894)
1959 - 1950
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950
1959
Co-founder of Kimball International, a leading furniture manufacturer.
1958
Sophia Eckhardt was a German novelist known for her works exploring themes of social and political issues.
1956
Pioneering computer scientist and IBM executive who played a key role in the development of the personal computer.
American businessman (b. 1874)
German poet / writer dies at 82
1954
Theodoro Kaluza was a German physicist who proposed a theory that unified electromagnetism and gravity.
Birger Sandzen was a Swedish-American painter known for his vibrant landscapes.
1953
American spy (b. 1915)
Nyc: 1st us civil executed for spying at 37
American spy convicted (born 1915).
1952
Katharine Brush was an American novelist and short story writer known for her stories about modern urban life.
German singer and operatic baritone. his voice was admired for its beautiful tone, which was admired in verdi roles. he studied in frankfurt, berlin and hamburg. his debut in "lohengrin" (1915) was in hamburg. he had also performed in chicago (1927-1928).
1951
Known for his work on variable stars and stellar evolution.
Greek poet and playwright (b. 1884)
1949 - 1940
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940
1949
Indian philosopher and academic (b. 1885)
Famous muslim philosopher (born 1885).
1947
Typographer/co-founder (sdap), died at 84
1944
At 65, a zen teacher dies in seoul county, korea
1942
Conda Nast was the founder of Condé Nast, a major American mass media company that owns and publishes a variety of magazines and related media.
1941
Swiss botanist and anthropologist (b. 1862)
German jurist and politician (b. 1885)
1940
Vienne Mercier was a French physicist and chemist who made important contributions to the field of radioactivity and nuclear physics.
French musician and a major film composer in the 1930s. his soundtracks, which were simple and subtle, were noted for their mood-enhancing abilities. he worked with rene clair, julien duvivier, and other important filmmakers of that era. his recordings include "pays du scalp", 1929, "easter island," 34, and "we live in two worlds," 37.
1939 - 1930
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930
1939
American social worker and activist (b. 1878)
Social worker (us children bureau), who dies at 60
1937
J. M. Barrie was a Scottish writer best known for creating the character Peter Pan.
Scottish writer (dear brutus / peter pan).
Scottish author (born 1860)
1932
South African writer, activist, and politician.
South african journalist and activist (b. 1876)
South african writer
1929 - 1920
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920
1928
Madaleine Lemaire was a French painter known for her floral still life paintings and portraits of the French aristocracy.
1922
The 19th yokozuna, a japanese sumo wrestler (born 1874)
Dutch astronomer dies at 71
1921
Mexican poet and author (b. 1888)
Mexican poet (born 1888).
1919 - 1910
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910
1918
Italian fighter pilot (b. 1888)
1915
Russian composer (oresteia) dies at 58
1909 - 1900
Famous deaths on June 19th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900
1906
Cella Delavigne was a French poet known for her romantic and lyrical works.
1903
Roman catholic archbishop (born in 1832).
1902
British historian and Liberal politician known for his quote 'Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.'
English historian dies at 69
Monaco royalty, who ascended to the the throne on july 12, 2005 in a ceremony scheduled to begin at 7:00 pm local time. he is known as prince albert ii.