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2029 - 2020

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020

2023

  • Stockton Rush

    American businessman, ceo and founder of oceangate (b. 1962)

  • Shahzada Dawood

    Pakistani-british businessman (b. 1975)

  • Hamish Harding

    British businessman (b. 1964)

  • Paul-Henri Nargeolet

    French navy commander and explorer (b. 1946)

2022

  • Uffe Ellemann-Jensen

    Danish politician, minister of foreign affairs (b. 1941)

  • Adibah Noor

    Malaysian actress, singer, master of ceremonies (b. 1970)[46]

2020

  • Semiyah Wu

    Made significant contributions to the study of black holes.

  • Vera Lynn

    Vera Lynn was a beloved singer known as the 'Forces' Sweetheart' during World War II.

2019 - 2010

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010

2019

  • Olita Chen

    Prominent figure in international diplomacy.

  • Eevie Chang

    Pioneering researcher in the field of biotechnology with numerous breakthrough discoveries.

  • Mahogony Thomas

    Innovative fashion designer known for creating unique and stylish clothing.

  • Linley Dawson

    Known for advocating for environmental policies.

  • Janey Smith

    Acclaimed playwright known for her thought-provoking dramas.

2018

  • Jimmy Wopo

    American rapper (b. 1997)

  • XXXTentacion

    American rapper (b. 1998)[42]

  • Big Van Vader American professional wrestler (also known as Vader b. 1955)

2016

  • Jeppiaar

    Indian educationist, founder and chancellor of sathyabama university (b. 1931)

2015

  • Myosha Chen

    Physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Farrin Behr

    Renowned physicist who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Kanyah Siri

    Pioneering playwright whose plays continue to be performed globally.

  • Lovelee Smith

    Acclaimed author of several best-selling novels.

  • Keldan Wren

    Influential playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.

2014

  • Stephaie Kwolek

    Invented Kevlar, a strong and heat-resistant synthetic fiber.

  • Stephanie Kwolek

    Stephanie Kwolek was an American chemist who invented the synthetic fiber Kevlar, which is used in bulletproof vests and other applications.

  • Stephanine Kwolek

    Inventor of Kevlar

  • Stephonie Kwolek

    Inventor of Kevlar, a strong synthetic fiber used in various applications, including bulletproof vests.

  • Horace Silver

    American composer and musician. he was a pianist, but he wasn't known for his ability to play the piano. his forte was arrangements for quartets. he was an author and wrote modern jazz books that musicians could use.

2013

  • Michaeal Hastings

    Known for his investigative journalism and coverage of the Iraq War.

  • Michael Hastings

    American journalist known for his critical reporting on the U.S. military and political figures.

  • Buford Hayse Pusser

    Buford Hayse Pusser, also known as Buford the Bull, was a professional wrestler and actor.

  • Micheal Hastings

    Known for his investigative journalism and reporting on the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

  • Alastair Donaldson

    Scottish bass player (b. 1955)

2012

  • Mariavictoria Atencia

    Mariavictoria Atencia was a renowned Spanish poet known for her intricate and emotionally resonant poetry.

  • Tom Maynard

    Welsh cricketer (b. 1989)

  • Alketas Panagoulias

    Greek manager and footballer (d. 2012).

  • William Van Regenmorter

    American businessman and politician (b. 1939)

  • Luis Edgardo Mercado Jarrín

    Peruvian general and politician, 109th prime minister of peru (b. 1919)

2011

  • Clarence Clemons

    Clarence Clemons was an American football player who played as a linebacker in the National Football League.

  • Yalena Bonner

    Yalena Bonner was a Soviet and Russian human rights activist and journalist, the wife of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Andrei Sakharov.

  • Fredderick Chiluba

    Former President of Zambia.

  • Fayez Sayegh

    Fayez Sayegh was a Palestinian politician who served as the Permanent Observer of the Palestine Liberation Organization to the United Nations.

  • Yelena Bonner

    Soviet-russian activist (d. 2011)

2010

  • Derec Jones

    Esteemed scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of physics.

  • Joseh Saramago

    Nobel Prize-winning Portuguese author known for his unique writing style.

  • Balen Wilde

    Famous for his witty and satirical plays

  • Arli Müller

    Pioneering researcher in the field of genetics.

  • Jozee Saramago

    Jozee Saramago was a Portuguese writer and recipient of the 1998 Nobel Prize in Literature.

2009 - 2000

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000

2009

  • Doak Cox

    Doak Cox was an American ecologist who pioneered the field of environmental impact assessment.

2008

  • Jean Delannoy

    French actor, screenwriter, editor and film director. he directed his first film in 1934. after that, he went on to have a long career both as a writer and director. his 1946 film la symphonie pastorale, about a protestant minister, won the palme d'or at cannes film festival. his 1960 film maigret tend un pia'ge, which was about a protestant …

  • Hans Steinbrenner

    German sculptor (d. 2008)

  • Tasha Tudor

    American illustrator and author (d. 2008).

  • Jean Delannoy

    French actor, director, and screenwriter (d. 2008)

  • Miyuki Kanbe

    Japanese actor (born in 1984).

2007

  • Hank Medress

    Brooklyn, new york -- rocker (tokens-lion sleeps tonight)

  • Georges Thurston

    Canadian singer-songwriter (d. 2007)

  • Bernard Manning

    English comedian and actor (b. 1930)

2006

  • Vincent Sherman

    American screenwriter and actor (d. 2006).

  • Joseph Zobel

    Martinique-french author (b. 1915)

  • Vincent Sherman

    American actor, director, and screenwriter (b. 1906)

2005

  • Marlean Tucker

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.

  • Yousaf Khan

    Yousaf Khan was a Pakistani cricketer who played Test cricket for Pakistan in the 1950s and 1960s.

  • Dalaya Raychaudhuri

    Dalaya Raychaudhuri was an Indian mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of general relativity.

  • Viera Čakányová

    Viera Čakányová was a Slovak poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.

  • Emmalee Hill

    Noted for her groundbreaking research in historical studies.

2003

  • Larry Doby

    American baseball manager and player (d. 2003).

  • Ernest Martin

    American convicted murderer (born 1960)

2002

  • Jack Buck

    American baseball announcer (born in 1924)

2000

  • Nancy Marchand
    Nancy Marchand

    American singer and actress (d. 2000).

1999 - 1990

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990

1999

  • Lister Stirling

    British architect known for his modernist designs.

1998

  • Geniya Shtern

    Renowned Russian mathematician known for her work in algebraic geometry.

  • Felix Knight

    American actor and tenor (b. 1908)

1997

  • Lewi Kopelew

    German-Soviet politician and human rights activist.

  • Lev Kopelev

    Ukrainian-german academic and author (d. 1997).

1996

  • Sirius Black

    Renowned Quidditch player who played for the Wimbourne Wasps.

  • Sirius Black

    Fictional character in the Harry Potter series, known for his loyalty and bravery.

  • Endel Puusepp

    Estonian-soviet military pilot and politician (d. 1996)

  • Pierre Chany

    French journalist covering the tour de france, 49 times. he was also the main cyclist writer at l'a%0quipe, a daily newspaper.

  • Maitland Mackie

    Farmer dies at 84

1995

  • Arthur John Howard

    Actor (frieda last holiday, paradiso), is killed at 85

  • Charles Martin

    Cartoonist dies at 85

1994

  • Helaman Hanson

    Helaman Hanson was an American football player who played as a fullback in the National Football League.

  • Jack Harkness

    Rose grower dies at 75

1993

  • Crosby Gaige

    American author known for his mystery novels.

  • Craig Rodwell

    American activist and businessman oscar wilde founded the oscar wilde bookshop

1992

  • Ante Ciliga

    Croatian journalist and political dissident who was imprisoned in the Soviet Union during the Stalinist era.

  • Peter Allen

    Australian singer-songwriter and pianist (b. 1944)

  • Mordecai Ardon

    Polish-israeli painter and educator (b. 1896)

  • Kofoworola Abeni Pratt

    The first black chief nursing officer of nigeria (b. 1910)

1991

  • Joan Caulfield
    Joan Caulfield

    American actress and former model. she was a blonde, wide-eyed beauty who played wholesome roles in light films of 1940s. tv also featured the series "my favorite husband" 1953-1955, and "sally" 1957-1958.

1989 - 1980

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980

1989

  • I. F. Stone

    Iconic American investigative journalist and author.

  • Isidor Feinstein Stone

    American author and journalist known for his investigative reporting.

  • I F Stone

    American journalist (born in 1907)

1987

  • Izzabell Dupont

    Izzabell Dupont was a French impressionist painter who gained recognition for her vibrant landscapes.

  • Bruce Marshall

    American astrologer. he was born to a wealthy professional family and received his bachelor's degree at case western reserve university. he was tall and athletic. he loved sailing and all that it involved, participating in races and making improvements to boats and sails. his passions included mountain biking, climbing and gardening.

1986

  • Nillie Craig

    Renowned for her research on plant genetics.

  • Gleb Wataghin

    Gleb Wataghin was a prominent Russian-Brazilian physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.

  • Pauline Newman

    Pioneering chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.

  • Frances Scott Fitzgerald

    American journalist (b. 1921)

1985

  • Bryn Jones

    Bryn Jones was a talented footballer who played for several top clubs.

  • Paul Colin

    French poster designer (born 1892)

1984

  • Alan Berg

    American radio talk show host (born 1934).

1983

  • Glema Gershwin

    Glema Gershwin was a pioneering computer scientist who made significant contributions to the field of artificial intelligence.

  • Malva Landa

    Malva Landa was a Spanish politician and activist who fought for women's rights and social justice.

1982

  • Djuna Barnes

    Djuna Barnes was an American writer and artist best known for her novel Nightwood, which has become a classic of lesbian literature.

  • Curt Jurgens

    German actor, who has appeared in over 100 films. his greatest accomplishments were on the stage. he began his career on stage and screen in germany in 1935. his steady progress was evident when he was deported from hungary in 1944, for unknown political reasons. with his "the devil's general", he was an international star and one of the most …

  • Curd Jürgens

    German-austrian actor and director (b. 1915)

  • Roberto Calvi

    Director (banco ambrosiano), hangs him

  • Roberto Calvi

    Director (banco ambrosiano), hangs him

1981

  • Pamlea Hansford Johnson

    British novelist known for her works exploring social issues.

1980

  • André Leducq

    He was a former french road cycling racer. in 1930 and 32, he won the tour de france. he was born twelve days after antonin mage.

  • Terence Fisher

    English director and screenwriter (d. 1980)

  • Andre Leducq

    French cyclist (born 1904)

  • Terence Fisher

    English screenwriter and director (d. 1980).

1979 - 1970

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970

1979

  • Belmont Rockefeller

    Belmont Rockefeller was a prominent American politician and member of the influential Rockefeller family.

  • Rodolfo Usigli

    Mexican playwright considered one of the pioneers of modern Mexican theater.

1978

  • Aribelle Dupont

    Aribelle Dupont was a French impressionist painter who captured the beauty of the French countryside.

  • Felicie Duval

    Felicie Duval was a French astronomer who made contributions to the study of variable stars.

  • Walter C. Alvarez

    American physician and author (b. 1884)

  • Walter C Alvarez

    American physician (born 1884)

1977

  • Ali Shariati

    Ali Shariati was an Iranian sociologist and Islamic thinker who played a significant role in the Iranian Revolution.

1975

  • Fitz Hugh

    Fitz Hugh Ludlow was an American paleontologist known for his work on fossil mammals.

  • Hugo Bergmann

    Czech-born german and israeli jewish philosopher (born 1883).

  • Faisal Ibn Mussed Abdul Aziz

    Saudi prince beheaded in riyadh shopping centre parking lot to kill his uncle, the king

1974

  • Júlio César de Mello e Souza

    Brazilian mathematician and academic (b. 1896)

  • Georgy Zhukov

    Russian marshal and politician, minister of defence for the soviet union (b. 1896)

  • Julio Cesar de Mello e Souza

    Brazilian writer (born 1896)

  • Georgy Zhukov

    Russian politician and general 2nd minister for defence of the soviet union (d. 1974).

  • Georgi K Zhukov

    Russian marshal/minister of defense dies at 77

1973

  • Willem Vogt

    Dutch radio pioneer / founder avro dies at 84

  • Fritz Mahler

    Composer dies at 71

  • Roger Delgado

    London, england -- actor (agent8 3 / 4 hot enought june)

1972

  • Prudy Wainwright

    Prudy Wainwright was an American poet who wrote extensively about nature and the human experience.

  • Lauritz Lebrecht Hommel Melchior

    Danish architect known for his modernist designs and contributions to Danish architecture.

1971

  • Paul Karrer

    Russian-swiss chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1889)

  • Dietrick Klagges

    Dietrick Klagges was a German politician who served as the Minister-President of the state of Brunswick during the Nazi era.

  • Edsel Rice

    American playwright known for his works in the early 20th century.

  • Libby Holman

    Talented American singer and actress known for her sultry voice.

  • Thomas Gomez

    Nyc, new york -- actor. (force of evil key largo kim, sellout).

1969 - 1960

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960

1969

  • Hobart Lewis

    Hobart Lewis was a respected journalist and war correspondent during the mid-20th century.

1968

  • Nikolaus Falkenhorst

    Nikolaus Falkenhorst was a German military officer who served as the commander of the German forces in Norway during World War II.

1967

  • Chadwin Wilkins

    Chadwin Wilkins was a renowned scientist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.

  • Norwood Russell Hanson

    Known for his work on the nature of scientific theories and the scientific method.

  • Beat Fehr

    Swiss racing driver (born 1942)

  • Geki

    Italian race car driver (b. 1937)

  • Giacomo ''Geki'' Russo

    Italian racing driver (born 1937).

1966

  • Ameri Ono

    Ameri Ono was a Japanese-American artist known for her avant-garde performances and installations.

1965

  • George Melachrino

    Composer dies at 56

1964

  • Giorgio Morandi

    Italian painter (b. 1890)

1963

  • Kataleia Petrova

    A renowned Bulgarian poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.

  • Pedro Armendariz

    Mexico -- actor (from russia with love)

  • Pedro Armendáriz
    Pedro Armendáriz

    Jr., mexican-american actor and producer (d. 2011)

1962

  • Xayne Sinclair

    Xayne Sinclair was a prolific inventor who held numerous patents for innovative technologies.

  • Caisyn Fitzgerald

    Caisyn Fitzgerald was an American inventor who held several patents for innovative mechanical devices.

  • Herberth Müller

    Herberth Müller was a German photographer who specialized in landscape and architectural photography.

  • Hyatt Frost

    Hyatt Frost was a renowned biologist known for his contributions to the field of genetics.

  • Volkmar Andreae

    At 82, swiss conductor/composer (bruckner) dies

1960

  • Levii Talmud

    Levii Talmud was a Russian-American painter known for his expressionist and cubist works.

  • Evamae Wangerin

    Evamae Wangerin was a German sculptor who specialized in creating intricate bronze and marble sculptures.

1959 - 1950

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950

1959

  • Ethel Barrymore

    American actress, descendant of a nine-generation theatrical family. at 12 she made her stage debut and was a star in american theater. by 1906, her strong voice and royal command were recognizable. in 1900, she was 21 years old when she made her first movie. she won the oscar for best supporting actress for "none but the lonely heart" at …

  • Ethel Barrymore

    American actress (b. 1879)

  • Ethel Barrymore [Blythe]

    Actress (none other than the lonely), who dies at 79

1955

  • Gabriel Tennis

    Gabriel Tennis was a French novelist and playwright, known for his novels exploring the human condition and the complexities of modern life.

  • Walter Rein

    Composer dies at 61

  • Willy Burkhard

    Komponist, who dies at 55

1954

  • Hooper Drew

    British politician who served as a Member of Parliament.

1952

  • Felicie Faure

    Felicie Faure was a French politician and feminist who served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies.

  • Efim D Bogolyubov

    Russian chess player dies at 63

1950

  • Yule Henry

    English mathematician who made contributions to the theory of statistics.

1949 - 1940

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940

1949

  • Beuford Jester

    Beuford Jester was a Democratic politician who served as the 37th Governor of Texas from 1947 until his death in 1949.

  • Giuseppe Lavazza

    Founder of Lavazza, the famous Italian coffee brand.

1948

  • Albertia Rockefeller

    Albertia Rockefeller was an American businesswoman and philanthropist, known for her involvement in the Rockefeller family's business and charitable endeavors.

  • Loyed Stearns

    Loyed Stearns was a renowned American sculptor known for his public monuments and statues.

  • Edward Brooker

    English-australian politician, 31st premier of tasmania (b. 1891)

1947

  • Matteus Norberg

    Matteus Norberg was a Swedish novelist and short story writer known for his depictions of rural life.

  • Shigematsu Sakaibara

    Japanese admiral (born in 1898).

1945

  • Florence Bascom

    First woman to receive a Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University.

  • Simon Bolivar Buckner Jr.

    American general (b. 1886)

  • Simon B Buckner

    Us lieutenant general/commandant of the 10th army, is killed in action

  • Colonel Roberts

    In battle, commandant 22nd regiment marines, is killed

1943

  • Elias Degiannis

    Greek navy officer and resistance fighter (born 1912).

1942

  • Arthur Pryor

    American trombonist, bandleader, and politician (b. 1870)

  • Arthur Willard Pryor

    Composer dies at 71

  • Adolf Opalka

    Czech resistance fighter shot down

  • John Kubris

    Czech resistance fighter, heydrich, is killed at 28

  • Arthur Pryor

    American trombonist and bandleader (born 1870).

1941

  • Djuna Barnes

    American journalist and artist known for her avant-garde illustrations and writings.

  • Olney Chadwick

    Olney Chadwick was an American essayist and literary critic who wrote about the works of 19th-century American authors.

1939 - 1930

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930

1939

  • French LM "Sas" van Aerschot

    Flemish actor dies at 73

1938

  • Hazen S. Pingree

    Hazen S. Pingree was an American entrepreneur who founded the Hazen S. Pingree Company, a shoe manufacturing business.

1937

  • Gaston Doumergue

    French politician, 13th president of france (b. 1863)

  • Gaston Doumergue

    Premier / president france (1913..34).

1936

  • Maxim Gorky

    Russian novelist, short story writer, and playwright (b. 1868)

  • Maxim Gorki [Alexei M Peshkov]

    Russian writer (mother) dies at 68

1935

  • August Reusner

    Composer dies at 64

1934

  • Francisco Lacerda

    Composer dies at 65

1933

  • Gerhart Schjelderup

    Norwegian composer and music critic, known for his orchestral and chamber works.

1929 - 1920

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920

1928

  • Roald Amundsen

    Norwegian scientist and polar explorer. he was the first to navigate the northwest passage. in 1911, he discovered the south pole and was the first person to record and reach it. three days after byrd's flight expedition, he flew in a dirigible over the north pole and arrived there on 5/12/1926.

  • Roald E G Amundsen

    Norwegian pole explorer

1926

  • Olga Constantinovna of Russia

    Queen consort of the hellenes (b. 1851)

1925

  • Rodert LaFollette

    Rodert LaFollette was a Republican U.S. Senator from Wisconsin and a leading progressive reformer.

  • Ettel Lilien

    Ettel Lilien was a Polish-Jewish poet who wrote in Yiddish and explored themes of Jewish identity and the immigrant experience.

1922

  • Jacobus Kapteyn

    Known for his studies of the Milky Way and the Kapteyn Universe theory.

  • John C Kapteyn

    Astronomer dies at 71

1921

  • Abdul Awwal Jaunpuri

    Indian islamic scholar and author (b. 1867)

  • Herman Baccaert

    Flemish writer / philologist (kantkennis) dies at 37

1919 - 1910

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910

1917

  • Titu Maiorescu

    Romanian critic and politician, 23rd prime minister of romania (b. 1840)

  • Titu Maiorescu

    Romanian politician and philosopher 23rd prime minster of romania

1916

  • Max Immelmann

    He was the first german world war i pilot to achieve this feat. he was a pioneer in fighter aviation. it is often incorrectly believed that he won the first aerial victory with a synchronized gun. he was the first to win the pour le merite and was also awarded it alongside oswald boelcke. his name is synonymous with the …

  • Helmuth J L von Moltke

    At 67, the german chief general of staff dies

1911

  • Franjo Zaver Kuhac

    Composer dies at 76

1909 - 1900

Famous deaths on June 18th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900

1909

  • Learmont Drysdale

    Composer dies at 42

1905

  • Carmine Crocco

    Italian brigand, also known as donatello and sometimes donatelli. he was originally a bourbon soldier. later he served in the army of giuseppe garibaldi. he formed an army of 2 000 men shortly after the italian unification. this was the most powerful and fearsome band in southern italy, and the most formidable leader for the bourbon side. his guerrilla tactics …

1902

  • Samuel Butler

    British author and satirist, best known for his novel 'Erewhon' and his satirical works.

  • Samuel Butler

    British author and satirist, best known for his novel 'Erewhon' and his satirical works.

1901

  • Hazen Pingree

    Hazen Pingree was an American businessman and politician who served as the Mayor of Detroit and was known for his progressive policies.

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