Famous people and celebrities who died in 1900

A dedicated page for remembering the famous people and celebrities who passed away in 1900. This year saw the loss of many influential and beloved figures who left a lasting impact on the world. From entertainment icons and sports legends to renowned scholars and public figures, our comprehensive list pays tribute to their lives and legacies. Join us in honoring their contributions and celebrating their achievements as we reflect on their remarkable stories.

  • Jan. 1 Makar Platonov

    Russian mathematician known for his work in number theory.

  • Jan. 1 Rahmah Bint Wahab

    Rahmah Bint Wahab was a renowned Emirati poet who lived in the late 19th century.

  • Jan. 1 Ludwin Becker

    Ludwin Becker was a German composer and conductor who was known for his orchestral and chamber works.

  • March 21 Wilhelm Ohm

    German mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of geometry.

  • March 26 Zoel Parent

    French mathematician known for work in algebraic geometry.

  • April 15 Sovereign Dubois

    Sovereign Dubois was a French impressionist painter known for his vibrant landscapes and portraits.

  • May 2 Ivann Aivazovsky

    Ivann Aivazovsky was a Russian Romantic painter who is considered one of the greatest marine artists in history.

  • May 31 John Power

    Irish whiskey maker, baronet, dies in battle

  • Stephen Crane
    June 5 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.

  • June 5 Stiven Crane

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

  • June 10 Glenola Emerson

    Glenola Emerson was a renowned essayist who contributed significantly to the literary discourse of her time.

  • Nov. 2 Lind Lindsey

    American politician who served as a U.S. Senator from Mississippi during the Reconstruction era.

  • Nov. 10 Kasch Dubois

    Kasch Dubois was a French essayist who explored themes of identity, culture, and social justice.

  • Nov. 30 Zepplin Wilde

    Known for his lyrical poetry and wit.

  • Nov. 30 Oscar Wilde

    He was an irish-british poet, dramatist, and writer. wilde was sentenced to two years imprisonment for the "crime" he had committed. he also brought suit against his accuser in 1895 for libel. in 1864, his father was also on trial in dublin for libel. constance lloyd, his wife and their two sons cyril (and vyvyan), fled the scandal to ireland. …

  • Nov. 30 Dezyre Wilde

    Dezyre Wilde was an Irish poet and playwright known for his witty and provocative works.

  • Nov. 30 Axten Wilde

    Axten Wilde was a prominent Irish novelist and playwright known for his witty and satirical works that often challenged societal norms and conventions.

  • Nov. 30 Omere Wilde

    Omere Wilde was an Irish poet and playwright known for his witty and satirical works, such as The Picture of Dorian Gray.

  • Nov. 30 Gabrian Wilde

    Gabrian Wilde was an Irish playwright and poet, known for his witty and satirical works.

  • Nov. 30 Castin Wilde

    Castin Wilde was an Irish playwright, novelist, and poet, renowned for his witty and satirical works that challenged social norms of the Victorian era.

  • Nov. 30 Karington Wilde

    Karington Wilde was an Irish novelist, playwright, and poet, famous for his witty and satirical works, including 'The Picture of Dorian Gray'.

  • Nov. 30 Libra Wilde

    Libra Wilde was an Irish playwright, novelist, and poet, known for his witty and satirical works.

  • Nov. 30 Braxley Wilde

    Braxley Wilde was a renowned Irish novelist and playwright known for his witty and satirical works that often challenged societal norms.

  • Nov. 30 Maveryk Wilde

    Maveryk Wilde was an Irish playwright, novelist, and poet, known for his witty and satirical works, such as 'The Importance of Being Earnest'.

  • Nov. 30 Carnelia Wilde

    Carnelia Wilde was an Irish poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.

  • Dec. 31 Frisco Kid

    Notorious outlaw and bank robber in the American Old West.

  • Dec. 31 Maziyah Al-Nisa

    Maziyah Al-Nisa was a renowned Urdu poet from the Indian subcontinent.

  • Dec. 31 Charnay Frères

    The Charnay brothers were French entrepreneurs who founded a successful textile manufacturing company in the 19th century.

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