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List of celebrities and famous people who died on June 5th

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2029 - 2020

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020

2023

  • Astrud Gilberto

    Brazilian singer-songwriter

2021

  • T. B. Joshua

    Nigerian televangelist (b. 1963)

2020

  • Elmond Sutcliffe

    Elmond Sutcliffe was a British author known for his historical fiction novels set in the medieval period.

2019 - 2010

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010

2018

  • Beatrice Spade

    American fashion designer known for her iconic handbags and accessories.

  • Kate Spade

    Kate Spade was an American fashion designer known for her eponymous brand of clothing and accessories.

  • Berlyn Lyon

    Berlyn Lyon was a chemist known for his research in organic chemistry.

2017

  • Cheick Tioté

    Cheick Tioté was an Ivorian professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder.

  • Andy Cunningham

    English actor (d. 2011)

2016

  • Jerome Bruner

    American psychologist known for his contributions to cognitive psychology.

  • Cedric Robinson

    Cedric Robinson was an author whose works focused on race, class, and imperialism.

  • Jerome Seymour Bruner

    Psychologist who made significant contributions to cognitive psychology and educational psychology.

2015

  • Roger Vergé

    French chef, one of the most important of his generation. he is described by the gault millau as "the very embodiment of great french chef for foreigners".

  • Tariq Aziz

    Iraqi journalist and politician, iraqi minister for foreign affairs (d.2015).

  • Tariq Aziz

    Iraqi journalist and politician, iraqi minister of foreign affairs (d. 2015)

  • Alan Bond

    English-australian businessman (d. 2015)

  • Richard Johnson

    English actor (b. 1927)

2014

  • Eldred Bailey

    Eldred Bailey was an accomplished sprinter who represented his country in international competitions.

  • Abu Abdulrahman al-Bilawi

    Iraqi commander (b. 1971)

  • Reiulf Steen

    Norwegian journalist and politician, norwegian minister of transport and communications (b. 1933)

  • Don Davis

    American songwriter and producer (b. 1938)

2013

  • Kang Shin-jae

    South Korean politician and diplomat who played a key role in the country's democratization.

  • Michel Ostyn

    Belgian physiologist and physician (b. 1924)

  • Ruairí Ó Brádaigh

    Irish republican activist and politician (b. 1932)

  • Helen McElhone

    Scottish politician (d. 2013)

  • Stanisław Nagy

    Polish cardinal (b. 1921)

2012

  • Cray Bradbury

    Renowned science fiction author famous for Fahrenheit 451.

  • Rayder Bradbury

    Rayder Bradbury was an acclaimed American science fiction writer, best known for his dystopian novel 'Fahrenheit 451'.

  • Rad Bradbury

    Ray Bradbury was an American author who is best known for his works of science fiction, fantasy, and horror, including 'Fahrenheit 451' and 'The Martian Chronicles'.

  • Rayley Bradbury

    Rayley Bradbury was a renowned American science fiction author, best known for his dystopian novel 'Fahrenheit 451' and his imaginative short stories.

  • Aidenn Bradbury

    Aidenn Bradbury was an American author and screenwriter known for his works of science fiction, fantasy, and mystery.

2011

  • Azam Khan

    Pakistani cricketer who played as a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium-fast bowler.

  • Osten Falk

    Osten Falk was a Swedish actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout his career.

  • Aziz Shavershian

    Aziz Shavershian, also known as Zyzz, was a popular bodybuilder and internet personality.

  • Ludo Martens

    Belgian historian and author of 'Another View of Stalin'.

2010

  • Olivene Chen

    Talented pianist known for her innovative compositions.

  • Liliana Wilson

    Chilean poet and writer known for her contributions to Latin American literature.

2009 - 2000

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000

2009

  • Boris Pokrovsky

    Russian operatic stage director (born 1912)

  • Jeff Hanson

    American singer-songwriter and guitarist (b. 1978)

2008

  • Evart Rogers

    Pioneering photographer known for capturing candid moments in everyday life.

  • Jacklyn Lucas

    Jacklyn Lucas was a United States Marine who received the Medal of Honor for his actions during World War II.

2007

  • Hans Baer

    German physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum optics.

  • Povel Ramel

    Swedish singer-songwriter and pianist (d. 2007)

2006

  • Edward L. Moyers

    American businessman (b. 1928)

  • Frederick Franck

    Dutch-american painter, sculptor, and author (b. 1909)

2005

  • Hilliard Archer

    Noted biologist who made significant contributions to the study of genetics.

  • Adolfo Aguilar Zinser

    Mexican journalist and diplomat known for his work in international relations.

  • Adolfo Aguilar Zínser

    Mexican scholar and politician (b. 1949)

  • Wee Chong Jin

    Singaporean judge (b. 1917)

  • Adolfo Aguilar Zinser

    Mexican politician (born 1949)

2004

  • Reagyn Reagan

    Reagyn Reagan was an American politician who served as the 40th president of the United States from 1981 to 1989.

  • Ronald Reagan
    Ronald Reagan

    American politician. he was elected president of the united states on november 1980. he was sworn in january 1981. he was re-elected in 2014. he was a former sportscaster (1932-1937) and the host of tv's death valley days (early '60s). reagan signed his first contract with warner brothers in 1937. he was making $150,000 per annum by 1946. for many …

  • Reagann

    Reagann was the 40th President of the United States, serving from 1981 to 1989.

  • Idus Rapoport

    Idus Rapoport was a pioneering biochemist who made important discoveries in the field of energy metabolism.

  • Iona Brown

    Renowned British conductor known for her work with leading orchestras.

2003

  • Manuel Rosenthal

    French composer and conductor, who held top positions in american and french musical organizations. many contemporary composers were friends with him. he is best remembered for orchestrating the ballet score gaa(r]ta(c), parisienne, from piano scores of offenbach operettas and for his recordings as an conductor.

  • Jürgen Möllemann

    German soldier and politician, 10th vice-chancellor of germany (b. 1945)

  • Jurgen Mollemann

    German politician (born 1945)

2002

  • Dee Dee Ramone

    American singer-songwriter and bass player (b. 1951)

  • Gwen Plumb

    Australian comedian and actress plumb began her career as a member gwen meridith’s drama club in 1931. plumb was a comedian who made people laugh with her amazing variety of roles. plumb once said that she had been in almost every type of public entertainment, "except circus", and then added that she would love to be able to perform that …

2001

  • Pedro Lain Entralgo

    Spanish humanist and medical researcher (born in 1908)

2000

  • Don Liddle

    American baseball player (born in 1925).

1999 - 1990

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990

1999

  • Mel Tormé

    American singer-songwriter (b. 1925)

  • Mel Torme

    American actor, singer, composer and actor (born in 1925).

  • Mel Torme

    American actor, singer, and composer (born 1925).

1998

  • Sam Yorty

    American politician, lawyer, member and mayor of los angeles. after passing the california bar exam in 1939, he began his private practice before moving into the state assembly 1936-1940, 1949-1950 and 1949-1950. elected mayor of los angeles 1961-1973.

  • Jeanette Nolan
    Jeanette Nolan

    Jeanette Nolan was a renowned actress known for her work in film, television, and radio.

  • Sam Yorty

    American captain, politician, and 37th mayor of los angeles (d. 1998)

1997

  • J. Anthony Lukas

    American journalist and author (b. 1933)

  • J Anthony Lukas

    Writer (pulitizer and common ground), suicide at 64

1996

  • Acharya Kuber Nath Rai

    Indian poet and scholar (b. 1933)

  • Vito Scotti
    Vito Scotti

    Actor (nude bombs, get shorty and big bus), who dies at 78

  • Baldev Singh Chahal

    Campaigner dies at 59

1995

  • Osker Garfield

    Osker Garfield was an American journalist and author who covered the civil rights movement.

  • Bettina Vernon-Warren

    Dancer dies at 75

1994

  • Thomas Millar

    At 67, historian dies

  • Ish Kabbible [Merwyn A Bogue]

    Cornetist (kay kyser) dies at 86

1993

  • Conway Twitty
    Conway Twitty

    American singer-songwriter, with more no.1 country hits than any other artist. his solo career was extraordinary, with six no.1 hits featuring loretta lynn in early '70s. twenty was a low-key, low-profile person.

  • Conway Twitty

    American singer-songwriter and guitarist (d. 1993)

  • Conway Twitty

    American singer-songwriter and guitarist (b. 1933)

1992

  • Laurence Naismith

    Surrey, england -- actor (judge fulton–persuaders).

  • Max Lerner

    At 88, a us columnist/writer (ny post) dies

  • Max Lerner

    At 88, a us columnist/writer (ny post) dies

1990

  • J Zeldenrust

    Pathology-anatomy

  • Vasily V Kuznetsov

    President of the ussr supreme soviet soviet (1982-83), 85

1989 - 1980

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980

1988

  • Clarence M Pendleton

    The us chairman of the committee on civil rights (1981-1988) is dead.

1987

  • Pamlea Moore

    American novelist and short story writer.

  • Garnet Clark

    Garnet Clark was a prominent politician who served his country with dedication and integrity.

1984

  • Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale

    Indies sikh leader

1981

  • Hartley Herring

    American journalist and author who covered major events of the 20th century.

1980

  • Lauritz Lauritzen

    German politician dies at the age of 70

1979 - 1970

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970

1979

  • Pauline Offner

    Zen theravadin nun dies at 53

1978

  • John Meulenhoff

    Dutch publisher dies at 71

1977

  • "Sleepy" John Estes

    Rocker (electric), is killed at 74

1976

  • Walter Field

    Entertainer dies at 101

  • Jean Paul Getty

    At 83, a us oil magnate/billionaire dies

  • Violet Wilkey

    American actress (born in 1903)

1975

  • Paul Keres

    Estonian-finnish chess player, theoretician (d. 75)

1973

  • Max Terhune

    Actor (range justice night riders), died at 82

1971

  • Esten Pihl

    Esten Pihl was a Norwegian speed skater who competed in the 1924 Winter Olympics, winning a silver medal in the 10,000 meters event.

1970

  • Jay Irving

    At 69, cartoonist (draw me a laugh) dies.

  • "Jopie" Pengel [Johan A]

    Premier suriname (1963-1969), dies at 54

1969 - 1960

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960

1967

  • Woodrow Tracy

    American actor known for his roles in Western films.

  • Harry Brown

    Australian public servant (b. 1878)

  • Arthur Biram

    Israeli educator and philosopher, and recipient of the israel prize (born 1878).

  • Edna Park Edwards

    Entertainer dies at 72

1966

  • Natacha Rambova

    At 69, costume designer dies

1965

  • Elanore Farjeon

    Elanore Farjeon was a British poet and playwright who wrote extensively for children.

  • Thornton Burgess

    Thornton Burgess was a children's author who wrote popular series like 'The Adventures of Peter Cottontail.'

  • Eleanor Farjeon

    English author, poet, and playwright (b. 1881)

1961

  • Kateryna Bilokur

    Ukrainian folk artist known for her colorful paintings.

1959 - 1950

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950

1957

  • Francess Densmore

    An American ethnomusicologist who studied the music and culture of Native American tribes.

1953

  • Tilden Smith

    Renowned tennis player known for his powerful serve and dominant play.

  • Wild Bill Tilden

    One of the greatest tennis players of all time, winning numerous Grand Slam titles.

  • William Tilden

    Renowned American tennis player in the 1920s.

  • Bill Tilden

    American tennis player and coach (d. 1953).

  • William Farnum

    Actor (drifter scarlet letter), dead at 76

1950

  • Bence Bánffy

    Bence Bánffy was a Hungarian novelist and playwright, best known for his historical novel trilogy 'The Transylvanian Trilogy'.

  • Miklós Bánffy

    A Hungarian novelist, playwright, and politician, best known for his historical novel trilogy 'The Transylvanian Trilogy'.

1949 - 1940

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940

1948

  • Theophile Bader

    French businessman who co-founded the Galeries Lafayette department store chain.

1947

  • Nils Olaf Chrisander

    Swedish-american actor and director (b. 1884)

1944

  • Riccardo Zandonai

    Composer dies at 61

1941

  • Crosby S. Noyes

    Crosby S. Noyes was a notable American journalist and editor.

1940

  • Grantland Bailey

    Pioneering film director known for his innovative work in the early days of cinema.

1939 - 1930

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930

1939

  • Frank Van de Goes

    Writer / marxist theorist

  • Elijah Beardsworth

    World champion of quick shaving

1934

  • Emily Dobson

    Australian philanthropist (b. 1842)

  • William Holman

    English-australian politician, 19th premier of new south wales (b. 1871)

1930

  • Jules Pascin

    Bulgarian-born French artist known for his expressive and colorful paintings.

  • Eric Lemming

    Swedish athlete (b. 1880)

  • Pascin

    Bulgarian-french painter and illustrator (b. 1885)

  • Jules Pascin [Julius Pincas]

    Bulgarian / us painter/cartoonist

  • Pascin

    Bulgarian-american painter and illustrator (d. 1930)

1929 - 1920

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920

1929

  • Adolph Coors

    Founder of the Coors Brewing Company.

1927

  • Paul Lacombe

    French composer and musician. his works included song and orchestration during the final stages of the romantic period. died 6/05/1927 carcassonne, france.

1924

  • Isaiah Montgomery

    Isaiah Montgomery was an American politician and the founder of the town of Mound Bayou, Mississippi, one of the first all-black towns in the United States.

1923

  • George H Breitner

    65-year-old impressionist painter dies

1921

  • Georges Feydeau

    The belle a%0poque era was a french playwright. his many funny farces are what make him famous. he was the first to create absurdist theatre and wrote more than sixty plays.

  • Will Crooks

    English trade unionist and politician (b. 1852)

1920

  • Rhoda Broughton

    Welsh-english author (b. 1840)

1919 - 1910

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910

1916

  • Herbert Kitchener

    1st earl kitchener, irish-born british field marshal and politician, secretary of state for war (b. 1850)

  • Lord Horatio Kitchener

    British field marshal (born in 1850).

  • Horatio H Kitchener British General (Sudan)

    At the age of 65, dies.

1915

  • Brzeska

    Sculptor

1913

  • Chris von der Ahe

    German-born baseball pioneer (born in 1851)

1910

  • O. Henry

    American short story writer (b. 1862)

  • O Henry

    American author. he is one of america's most beloved short story writers. his life was cut down to the last nine years. he used his pen name to conceal his criminal record from the world. margaret was also indicted for embezzlement of bank funds in austin. he was indicted in austin for embezzlement bank funds.

1909 - 1900

Famous deaths on June 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900

1909

  • Helaman Pratt

    Helaman Pratt was a prominent Mormon businessman and entrepreneur who founded several successful companies in the late 19th century.

1908

  • Luca Fumagalli

    Composer dies at 71

1906

  • Karl Robert Eduard von Hartmann

    German philosopher and author (b. 1842)

  • Karl Robert Eduard von Hartmann

    German philosopher (born 1842).

1902

  • Louis J Weichmann

    American witness in the assassination trial of abraham lincoln (born 1842).

1901

  • Dagny Juel

    Norwegian writer known for her poetry and plays.

1900

  • Stiven Crane

    American author known for his novel 'The Red Badge of Courage' and short stories such as 'The Open Boat'.

  • Stephen Crane

    American naturalistic fiction and poetry writer who was 22 years old when he published "the red badge of courage", a civil war novella. his subsequent stories, "the open boat and other stories", and "the monster and other stories", are considered some of the best short stories in english. he was a newspaperman who covered the spanish-american war and the turkish …

  • Stephen Crane
    Stephen Crane

    An american restaurateur married lana turner, the father of their daughter cheryl. crane defended cheryl when cheryl stabbed her mother to death on 4/04/1958. later, he put her in charge at one of his restaurants.

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