Famous people and celebrities who died in 1901

A dedicated page for remembering the famous people and celebrities who passed away in 1901. 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 Iszabella Thoburn

  Iszabella Thoburn was an American journalist and educator who founded one of the first women's colleges in India.

• Jan. 1 Margrete Thorvaldsen

  Margrete Thorvaldsen was a Norwegian painter known for her portraits and landscape paintings.

• Jan. 1 Espiridion Rosas

  Espiridion Rosas was a Mexican politician who served as the Governor of Veracruz from 1892 to 1900.

• Jan. 2 Rudolph Koenig

  Rudolph Koenig was a physicist who made significant contributions to the field of acoustics and invented several musical instruments.

• Jan. 4 Nicholaos Gysis

  Renowned Greek painter known for his romantic style.

• Jan. 6 Philip Armour

  Philip Armour was an American businessman and entrepreneur who founded the Armour and Company meat-packing company.

• Jan. 9 Vinal Johnson

  American politician who served as a U.S. Representative from North Carolina.

• Jan. 14 Custer Brooks

  Served as a U.S. Representative from New York.

• Jan. 16 Arnol Böcklin

  Swiss symbolist painter known for his mythological and fantastical works.

• Jan. 16 Hiram R. Revels

  First African American to serve in the U.S. Congress.

• Jan. 22 Queen Victoria

  Ruled the British Empire during the Victorian era.

• Jan. 27 Dantonio Verdi

  Dantonio Verdi was an Italian composer known for his operas, including Aida and Rigoletto.

• Jan. 27 Lille Bror

  Renowned Swedish painter known for his landscape and portrait works.

• Jan. 27 Giuseppe Verdi

  Renowned Italian composer known for his operas.

• Feb. 17 Ethelbert Nevin

  American composer and musician, whose image appeared on a ten-cent american stamp. his music was poetic and rich in color, starting with his first piece at age 13. his song "the rosary" is his most famous.

• Feb. 17 Ethelbert Woodbridge Nevin

  Ethelbert Woodbridge Nevin was an American composer known for his songs and piano music.

• March 13 Benjerman Harrison

  23rd President of the United States who advocated for civil rights.

• June 5 Dagny Juel

  Norwegian writer known for her poetry and plays.

• June 30 Narcisa Amália

  Narcisa Amália was a Brazilian poet and one of the first female writers to gain recognition in Brazil.

• July 1 Newel A. Goodell

  American politician who served as a U.S. Representative from New York.

• July 7 Johanna Spyri

  Swiss-born author of stories and poems for children. she is best known for her book, "heidi".

• July 27 Brook Foss Wescott

  Brook Foss Wescott was a British bishop and theologian known for his work on the New Testament.

• Sept. 14 Issaih McKinley

  25th President of the United States

• Sept. 14 Williom McKinley

  25th President of the United States, served from 1897 until his assassination in 1901.

• Dec. 23 Jane Cunningham Croly

  Jane Cunningham Croly was an American journalist and author who founded the women's club movement in the United States.