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2029 - 2020

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020

2021

  • Koichi Sugiyama

    Renowned Japanese composer known for his video game music compositions.

2020

  • Samanyu Sinha

    Samanyu Sinha was a celebrated Indian playwright known for his socially conscious and experimental plays.

2019 - 2010

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010

2019

  • Trease Peters

    Known for her work in civil rights and social justice movements.

  • Ethell Mars

    Innovative sculptor who pushed the boundaries of traditional art.

  • Marcquis Hawkins

    Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.

  • Aidenjames Thomas

    Renowned poet whose works touched the hearts of many.

  • Lanorris Hawkins

    Talented musician who made significant contributions to the music industry.

2018

  • Kameo Okamoto

    Renowned Japanese painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Bettylee Hill

    Renowned American painter known for her vibrant abstract artworks.

  • Archimedes Plutonium

    Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking research in nuclear science.

  • Janasha Khatun

    Janasha Khatun was a renowned Bangladeshi poet who explored themes of love, nature, and social justice in her work.

  • Frutoso Vivas

    Venezuelan politician and former mayor of Maracaibo.

2017

  • Monty Hall

    Canadian-american television host of letaeur(tm),s make a deal, a top u.s. show that debuted in 1963 and ran for 22 consecutive years. hall is a well-known philanthropist and has won more than 500 awards for humanitarian work. he has also been a prolific fund-raiser. hall has made more than 100 appearances each year in the united states, canada and the …

  • Monte Hall

    Host of the game show 'Let's Make a Deal'.

  • Vladimir Voevodsky

    Russian mathematician and academic (d. 2017)

2016

  • Berne Jones

    Renowned for his vibrant and expressive abstract paintings.

2015

  • Chelsye Walker

    Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Jerol Shapiro

    Made significant contributions to quantum physics.

  • Kriya Nambiar

    Acclaimed artist known for vibrant and abstract paintings.

  • Indyah Jones

    Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Stevey Franchetti

    Renowned painter known for abstract art.

2014

  • Martin Lewis Perl

    American physicist and engineer, nobel prize laureate (d. 2014)

  • Bunny Lang

    American poet known for her lyrical works.

2013

  • Janet Powell

    Australian educator and politician (d. 2013)

2012

  • Elga Griffiths

    Esteemed poet whose works continue to inspire readers.

  • Barbara Ann Scott

    Barbara Ann Scott was a Canadian figure skater who won the gold medal at the 1948 Winter Olympics.

  • Elma Kazagić

    Elma Kazagić was a Bosnian painter known for her unique abstract art.

  • Ghalia El Solh

    Lebanese artist known for her vibrant and expressive paintings inspired by nature.

  • Barry Commoner

    American biologist, academic, and politician (d. 2012)

2011

  • Ansar Al-Awlaki

    American-Yemeni Islamic lecturer and former imam.

  • Awab Al-Awlaki

    Yemeni-American imam and Islamic lecturer who was killed in a U.S. drone strike.

  • Ralph M. Steinman

    Canadian-american immunologist and biologist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1943)

  • Clifford Olson

    Canadian homicide perpetrator. from the age of 17, he spent most of his time in jail for breaking-and-entering, theft, forgery, armed robbery, false pretences and escape. he committed his first murder on 17 november 1980. this was the beginning of a long-running serial killer spree that ended in august 1981. he beat or strangled 11 victims, most of them young …

  • Anwar al-Awlaki

    American-yemeni terrorist (d. 2011.)

2010

  • Dare Williams

    Acclaimed poet whose works continue to inspire readers.

  • Shelie Kaufman

    Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Rastus Kumalo

    Civil rights activist and member of parliament.

  • Olon Rice

    Former governor known for his progressive policies.

  • Joanny Mercier

    Joanny Mercier was a French writer and journalist who was known for his novels and essays exploring themes of identity and social issues.

2009 - 2000

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000

2009

  • Aymara Aymerich

    Renowned painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Adaleen Lomax

    Renowned astronomer known for her work on galaxy formation.

  • Brick Briscoe

    Renowned physicist known for his contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Lonzo Bundy

    Lonzo Bundy was a renowned astronomer known for his work in studying distant galaxies.

2008

  • Ivalene Ray

    Founder of a successful tech company.

  • Marthella Conway

    Renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings.

  • Fareedah Abdullah

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Idabell Yuen

    Renowned astronomer known for her work on galaxy formation.

  • Willeen Gill

    Renowned author known for her captivating novels.

2007

  • Earnestene Noel

    Renowned chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.

  • Jacqulene Pascal

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

  • Seferino Gonzalez

    Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive works.

2006

  • Laruth Wright

    Renowned gospel singer known for her powerful voice and inspirational songs.

  • Fount Baker

    Known for his innovative abstract sculptures.

  • Sabino Valladares

    Mexican sculptor recognized for his abstract and modernist works.

2005

  • Rosielee Goldstein

    Renowned chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.

  • Keawe Apana

    Renowned for discoveries in celestial mechanics.

  • Etrulia Barnes

    First African American woman elected to the Texas House of Representatives.

  • Delmo Roncarati

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

  • Davyd Bovin

    Made significant discoveries in the field of astronomy.

2004

  • Eulla Hawkins

    Celebrated poet whose works touched the hearts of many.

  • Joniah Richards

    Prolific writer of mystery novels.

  • Alvina Cornell

    Alvina Cornell was a talented painter recognized for her unique artistic style.

  • Iola Johnson

    Iola Johnson was a prominent politician known for her advocacy for civil rights.

  • Cutter Horton

    Cutter Horton was a respected politician who served his country with dedication and integrity.

2003

  • Jadalee Hawthorne

    Master of psychological thrillers and suspense.

  • Evalette Hill

    Renowned biologist known for her groundbreaking research on marine ecosystems.

  • Charlestine McKenzie

    Key figure in the Civil Rights Movement in the United States.

  • Emmamae Abraham

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses on nature and love.

  • Eddith Nesmith

    First female senator from her state, known for her advocacy for education reform.

2002

  • Wynonia Mitchell

    Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.

  • Melaya Eberhart

    Renowned astronomer known for her work on galaxy formation.

  • Hazim Al-Amin

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Roseland Engle

    Influential sculptor known for abstract works.

  • Pauleen Sullivan

    Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.

2001

  • Tyrann Bravura

    Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers.

  • Poppi Warner

    Celebrated poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Chiyeko Nakajima

    Renowned chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.

  • Ermalee Boyd

    Founder of Boyd Gaming Corporation

  • Mancil Smith

    Prominent figure in local politics, known for advocating for education reform.

2000

  • Katai Takahashi

    Renowned Japanese chemist known for his work in organic chemistry.

1999 - 1990

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990

1998

  • Bruno Munari

    Italian artist and designer who also wrote books on art and design.

  • Rexton Smith

    Rexton Smith was a pioneering scientist who made significant contributions to the field of physics.

  • Robert Lewis Taylor

    American soldier and author (b. 1912)

  • Marius Goring
    Marius Goring

    Isle of wight (united kingdom) -- actor (herr palitz–holocaust).

  • Dan Quisenberry

    American baseball player and poet (b. 1953)

1997

  • Jettie Rhodes

    Jettie Rhodes was a talented singer who captivated audiences with her soulful voice.

  • Male alligator

    Largest florida death (14 feet), at 65

1996

  • Kenneth Muir

    English scholar, dies at 89

  • Udom Patpongsiri

    Property developer dies at 79

  • Frances Lear

    Writer dies at 73

  • Elizabeth Gille

    At 59, writer translator/editor dies

  • Aubrey Brabazon

    Jockey/trainer, dies at the age of 76

1995

  • George Kirby

    Pearl bailey, comedian/impressionist, dies at 71

  • Frederick Archibauld Warner

    Diplomat dies at 77

  • Jean-Luc Pepin

    Canadian politician and academic (born in 1924)

1994

  • André Michel Lwoff

    French microbiologist and virologist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1902)

  • Andre Lwoff

    Nobel Prize-winning microbiologist for his work on lysogeny.

  • Alex Scott

    Trainer, horses, dies at 34

  • Roberto Viola

    44th president of argentina, argentinian politician (d. 1994).

  • Lina Basquette
    Lina Basquette

    Actress (night for crime, hard hombre), is killed at 87

1993

  • Reizl Bozyk

    Polish/us actress crossing delancey, dies at 79

  • Alex Lyon

    English labor lower house leader (1966-83), dies at 61

  • Paul Nowee

    Writer (arendsoog.. preejager), died at 57

  • Tony Brafa

    Actor (enrico pallazzo-naked gun), dies at 72

1992

  • Emalyn Leckrone

    Emalyn Leckrone was a pioneering astronomer known for her research on stellar evolution.

1991

  • Jasur Umirov

    Jasur Umirov was a renowned Uzbek poet who left a lasting impact on literature.

  • Toma Zdravković

    Serbian singer-songwriter (b. 1938)

  • Nancy Welford

    Entertainer dies at 87

  • Toma Zdravkovic

    Serbian folk singer (born 1938)

1990

  • Rebie Fitzgerald

    Rebie Fitzgerald was a renowned American playwright known for her thought-provoking and socially conscious plays.

  • Patrick White

    Australian novelist, poet, and playwright, nobel prize laureate (d. 1990)

  • Patrick White

    Australian writer and Nobel laureate known for his novels exploring Australian identity.

  • Rob Moroso

    American race car driver (d. 1990)

  • Alice Parizeau

    Polish-canadian journalist and criminologist (d. 1990)

1989 - 1980

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980

1989

  • Drew Shafer

    American lgbt rights activist from missouri (d. 1989)

  • Virgil Thomson

    American musician and composer, who is considered to be one of america's greatest music critics. he also won the pulitzer prize for the film score.

1988

  • Al Holbert

    American race car driver and team owner (born 1946).

  • Joachim Prinz

    Author/rabbi of berlin (1926-1937), dies at the age of 86.

1987

  • Alfred Bester

    American author and screenwriter (b. 1913)

  • Alfred Bester

    United states -- science fiction author (decievers starlight)

1986

  • Storm Jameson

    English writer and critic known for her novels and social commentary.

  • Nicholas Kaldor

    Hungarian-english economist (d. 1986)

1985

  • Charles Richter

    American seismologist and geologist. he is a researcher on earthquake magnitudes, their geography, and statistics. he was the inspiration for the richter scale of measurement.

  • Simone Signoret
    Simone Signoret

    German-born actress, who won the best actress oscar for the movie "room at the top" and the best foreign film award in 1977 for the film "madame rosa". her film career began in 1942, when she was an extra in the movie "le prince charmant". she changed her name from "casque d'or" to "signoret" in order to avoid being deported. …

  • Herbert Bayer

    Influential Bauhaus artist and designer known for his work in typography, photography, and advertising.

  • Charles Francis Richter

    American seismologist and physicist (b. 1900)

  • Heleb MacInnes

    Us spy writer (affiliate in place), dies at 77

1984

  • Ellsworth Bunker

    American diplomat who served as Ambassador to South Vietnam during the Vietnam War.

  • Signe Bergman

    Signe Bergman was a talented sculptor recognized for her innovative works in the early 20th century.

1983

  • Freddy Martin

    At 76, merv griffin, a leader of the orchestra, dies.

  • William D Elliot

    Actor (bernie loves bridget, adam 12), dies at 49

1980

  • Seara Khatun

    Seara Khatun was a renowned Bangladeshi poet who wrote extensively on social and political issues.

1979 - 1970

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970

1979

  • Elye Rabinovitch

    Elye Rabinovitch was a Canadian playwright and screenwriter who wrote about the Jewish experience in North America.

1978

  • Edgar Bergen
    Edgar Bergen

    American ventriloquist. he studied a 25-cent book on ventriloquism in high school and then paid $35 to a carpenter to carve the head for his first dummy, charlie mccarthy. his beloved characters were rated number one in every radio poll. he continued to perform vaudeville, radio and nightclubs as well as film and television. he was earning $6,000 per week …

  • Mischa Gelman

    Soviet mathematician known for his work in algebraic geometry.

  • Tryphena Parker

    British politician who championed social welfare reforms during her time in office.

  • Harlem Hamfist

    Harlem Hamfist was a renowned boxer who achieved success in the ring during his career.

1977

  • Ponce Cruz

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Mary Ford

    American singer and guitarist (d. 1977)

  • Mary Ford

    American singer (les paul and) (born in 1924)

1976

  • Tokyo Rose

    Tokyo Rose was a Japanese-American radio personality who broadcasted propaganda for Japan during World War II.

  • Louis Fourestier

    French musician, composer, conductor, and teacher. he was awarded the prix de rome in 1925. he also served as the conductor for opera comique in paris (1927-1932) and paris opera 1938 (1938).

1975

  • Theron Ovitt

    Chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.

  • Belford Hinrichs

    Belford Hinrichs was a pioneering geologist who made significant discoveries in the field of earth sciences.

1974

  • Carlos Prats

    Chilean general and politician, chilean minister of defense (b. 1915)

  • Carlos Prats

    Chilean constitutionalist general assassinated during operation condor (born in 1915).

1973

  • Regenal Hargreaves

    Regenal Hargreaves was a renowned author known for his captivating novels.

  • Peter Pitseolak

    Inuit photographer and author (born in 1902)

1970

  • Alvey Wilson

    Alvey Wilson was an American politician who served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates.

  • Patrick Aherne

    Actor (bwana dragon, botany bay), is killed at 69

1969 - 1960

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960

1965

  • E[dward] E[lmer] "Doc" Smith

    Triplanetary sci-fi author, dies at 75

1963

  • Arnold Foster

    Composer dies at 66

1962

  • Mescal Sampson

    Mescal Sampson was an American athlete who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics, winning a gold medal in the high jump.

  • Alanson Sumner

    Alanson Sumner was an American entrepreneur who founded the Sumner Manufacturing Company, a leading producer of agricultural equipment.

1961

  • Onésime Gagnon

    Canadian scholar and politician, 20th lieutenant governor of quebec (b. 1888)

  • Onesime Gagnon

    French canadian politician, lieutenant governor of quebec (born in 1888).

1960

  • Jode Wachter

    Jode Wachter was a German photographer known for his documentary and portrait work.

  • Harry St John Philby [sheik Abdullah]

    British explorer

1959 - 1950

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950

1959

  • Henry Barwell

    Australian politician, 28th premier of south australia (b. 1877)

  • John H Kliegl

    Klieg light developer, dies at the age of 89.

  • Taylor Holmes
    Taylor Holmes

    Actor (gentlemen prefer blondes), is killed at 81

1958

  • Niels Bjerrum

    Danish chemist (phstipulation), is killed at 79

1955

  • Jams Dean

    Jams Dean was an American actor who became a cultural icon of teenage disillusionment and social estrangement.

  • James Dean
    James Dean

    American actor. he was a star of 1955 and was nominated to the best actor oscar. his role in "east of eden" was followed by "giant" in 1956. he was a cult favourite for his role in "rebel without a cause", 1955. this title he apparently took as his own. dean was rebellious and self-destructive. on 9/30/1955, he was involved …

  • Winton Dean

    Iconic Hollywood actor known for his role in 'Rebel Without a Cause.'

  • James Dean is killed in an auto collision at age 24 near Cholame

    California.

1953

  • Lewis Fry Richardson

    Pioneer in mathematical weather forecasting and creator of the concept of fractals.

1952

  • Waldorf Astor

    House of lords and commons / owner of observer

1949 - 1940

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940

1946

  • Takashi Sakai

    Japanese general and politician, governor of hong kong (b. 1887)

1943

  • Franz Oppenheimer

    German-american economist and sociologist (d. 1943).

1942

  • Hans-Joachim Marseille

    German luftwaffe fighter pilot during world war ii. his aerial combats during the north african campaign, and his bohemian lifestyle are notable. he was known as the "star of africa", one of the greatest fighter pilots. marseille won all but seven of his 158 victories over the british commonwealth's desert air force in north africa. he flew the messerschmitt bf …

1941

  • Alice de Janze

    American heiress (born in 1899).

1940

  • Henchy Hencherson

    Henchy Hencherson was a prolific Scottish playwright whose works often explored social and political themes.

  • Walter Kollo

    German composer and conductor (d. 40)

1939 - 1930

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930

1938

  • Bess Streeter

    American author known for her novels such as 'Papa's Wife' and 'Missouri Brides.'

1929 - 1920

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920

1929

  • Charles E Bonin

    French diplomat / explorer (china)

1922

  • Vinal Edwards

    Innovative inventor known for developing groundbreaking technologies in the early 20th century.

  • Paul Barth

    German philosopher/sociologist dies at 64

1921

  • Fanya Baron

    Lithuanian jewish anarchist (b. 1887)

  • Oskar Panizza

    Writer dies at 77

1919 - 1910

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910

1918

  • Myli Dumas

    Myli Dumas was a French Post-Impressionist painter known for her vibrant and expressive landscapes.

1913

  • Rudolf Diesel

    Rudolf diesel, a german inventor and engineer, was famous for his invention of the diesel engine. he also died mysteriously.

1912

  • Mary Frances Allitsen

    Composer dies at 63

1910

  • Maurice Lévy

    Chairman and CEO of Publicis Groupe, one of the largest advertising and communications companies.

  • Maurice Levy

    French engineer (born 1838)

1909 - 1900

Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900

1904

  • Sigurd Lie

    Composer dies at 33

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