Famous people and celebrities who died in 1920

A dedicated page for remembering the famous people and celebrities who passed away in 1920. 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 Jeilani

  Prominent Sufi leader known for his teachings on spirituality and peace.

• Jan. 1 Carless

  Inventor of a groundbreaking technology

• Jan. 1 Rosea

  Renowned botanist known for her groundbreaking research on rare plant species.

• Jan. 1 Vahan Terian

  An Armenian politician who served as the first Prime Minister of the First Republic of Armenia.

• Jan. 2 Libbey Owens Ford

  Co-founder of Libbey-Owens-Ford Company, a major glass manufacturer.

• Jan. 5 Hortense Schneider

  Hortense Schneider was a French actress and operetta singer who was a leading performer in the Second Empire period.

• Jan. 24 Amadea Modigliani

  Italian painter known for his unique style and portraits.

• March 2 Grizelda Goshawk

  Grizelda Goshawk was a renowned author of magical textbooks and reference guides, known for her comprehensive and authoritative works on the subject of spellcasting.

• March 6 Wealthy Boyd

  Known for her charitable contributions to education and healthcare.

• March 7 Jaan Poska

  Estonian lawyer and politician who played a key role in the Estonian War of Independence.

• April 26 Pama Ramanujam

  Pama Ramanujam was an Indian mathematician who made significant contributions to the theory of numbers and infinite series.

• May 15 Dearies

  Inventor of a groundbreaking technology

• May 16 Levi Morton

  Levi Morton was the 22nd Vice President of the United States, serving under President Benjamin Harrison from 1889 to 1893.

• May 21 Eleanor H. Porter

  Best known for creating the character Pollyanna.

• June 14 Max Weber

  German philosopher, sociologist, and political economist. he profoundly influenced sociology, social theory, and social research. his thesis on the aeuroeprotestant ethics, aeur relating protestantism and capitalism, and his ideas about bureaucracy are his most well-known works.

• June 26 John Armour

  John Armour was an American businessman and entrepreneur who co-founded the Armour and Company meat-packing company with his brother Philip.

• Aug. 1 Bal Gangadhar Tilak

  Indian leader of the indian nationalist party (born 1856).

• Aug. 28 Ameia Bingham

  American social worker and suffragist who fought for women's right to vote.

• Sept. 5 Robert Harron

  Actor (intolerance), accidentally shot to death at 27

• Sept. 5 Wladyslaw Stanislaw Reymont

  Polish author and Nobel laureate recognized for his novel 'The Peasants'.

• Sept. 10 Olive Thomas

  Olive Thomas was a silent film actress known for her beauty and charm.

• Sept. 22 Der Blau

  Der Blau was a German Expressionist painter known for his bold use of color and distorted forms.

• Sept. 24 Iness Armand

  Notable poet and political activist during the early 20th century.

• Nov. 5 Winsley Smith

  Winsley Smith was a renowned painter who is known for his impressionist style.

• Nov. 8 Abrham Kuyper

  Dutch statesman and theologian

• Nov. 15 Zabella Montague

  Zabella Montague was a celebrated British poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.

• Nov. 20 Archivaldo de la Cruz

  Key figure in the Mexican Revolution fighting for social justice.

• Nov. 30 Nathanyl Johnson

  Innovative inventor who revolutionized the industry.

• Nov. 30 Rosezetta Emerson

  Rosezetta Emerson was a celebrated American poet who drew inspiration from the Transcendentalist movement and the natural world.

• Nov. 30 Beautifull Lyric

  Beautifull Lyric was a celebrated poet whose works were praised for their emotional depth and musical quality.