Famous people and celebrities who died in 1929

A dedicated page for remembering the famous people and celebrities who passed away in 1929. 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.

  • Wyatt Earp
    Jan. 13 Wyatt Earp

    Wyatt Earp was an American Old West lawman, gambler, and saloon keeper who is best known for his role in the events leading up to and following the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral.

  • Liang Qichao
    Jan. 19 Liang Qichao

    Chinese journalist, philosopher, and scholar (b. 1873)

  • Lillie Langtry
    Feb. 12 Lillie Langtry

    Lillie Langtry was a British actress known for her beauty and stage presence.

  • Tom Burke (actor)
    Feb. 14 Tom Burke (actor)

    British actor recognized for his prominent roles in TV series 'The Musketeers' and 'Strike'.

  • Thomas Burke
    Feb. 14 Thomas Burke

    American journalist and sprinter coach (d. 1929).

  • Katharine Wright
    March 3 Katharine Wright

    Sister of the wright brothers (born in 1874)

  • Karl Benz
    April 4 Karl Benz

    German engine inventor, inventor, and automotive engineer (born 1844).

  • Hendrik van Heuckelum
    April 28 Hendrik van Heuckelum

    Dutch footballer (d. 1929)

  • Jozef Murgaš
    May 11 Jozef Murgaš

    Slovak-american priest, architect, botanist, and painter (b. 1864)

  • Bliss Carman
    June 8 Bliss Carman

    Canadian-american playwright and poet (d. 1929).

  • Bramwell Booth
    June 16 Bramwell Booth

    British-american evangelist and the first son of william booth. his father's work was carried to the usa by him. as commander of the salvation army between 1887-1896. booth created "the volunteers of america" after the high council requested his resignation.

  • Edward Carpenter
    June 28 Edward Carpenter

    English poet and anthologist (d. 1929).

  • Gladys Brockwell
    July 2 Gladys Brockwell

    Actress (oliver twist), is killed at 34

  • Billy Mosforth
    July 11 Billy Mosforth

    English footballer and engraver (b. 1857)

  • Robert Henri
    July 12 Robert Henri

    American painter and educator (b. 1865)

  • Hugo von Hofmannsthal
    July 15 Hugo von Hofmannsthal

    Austrian writer Hugo von Hofmannsthal was a prominent figure in German-language literature and known for his collaborations with Richard Strauss.

  • Syd Gregory
    Aug. 1 Syd Gregory

    Australian cricketer and coach (d. 299)

  • Thorstein Veblen
    Aug. 3 Thorstein Veblen

    American economist and sociologist (b. 1857)

  • Emile Berliner
    Aug. 3 Emile Berliner

    American inventor born in germany who made significant contributions to the telephone technology and invented the phonograph record disk.

  • Millicent Fawcett
    Aug. 5 Millicent Fawcett

    Millicent Fawcett was a British business leader known for her work in promoting women's rights and suffrage.

  • Aletta Jacobs
    Aug. 10 Aletta Jacobs

    Aletta jacobs was both the first woman and first female to study in the netherlands for a university degree. she was the daughter of a sappemeer jewish doctor. when she was thirteen, she left her local school to go to a girls' school. she did not enjoy it and returned home after two weeks. anna de jong, her dutch mother, …

  • Pierre Fatou
    Aug. 10 Pierre Fatou

    French mathematician and astronomer (b. 1878)

  • Richard Adolf Zsigmondy
    Sept. 23 Richard Adolf Zsigmondy

    CHE - Austrian-german chemist, physicist, and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1865)

  • Antoine Bourdelle
    Oct. 1 Antoine Bourdelle

    Renowned for his monumental sculptures and contributions to modern sculpture.

  • Gustav Stresemann
    Oct. 3 Gustav Stresemann

    PEA - German politician, chancellor of germany, nobel prize laureate (b. 1878)

  • Jeanne Eagels
    Oct. 3 Jeanne Eagels

    Actress (the letter) dies at 35

  • Henri Berger
    Oct. 14 Henri Berger

    German composer and royal bandmaster (born in 1844).

  • Arno Holz
    Oct. 26 Arno Holz

    German naturalist poet and dramatist associated with the literary movement of Impressionism.

  • Herman Hollerith
    Nov. 17 Herman Hollerith

    Invented the tabulating machine, a precursor to modern computers.

  • Harry Crosby
    Dec. 10 Harry Crosby

    American actor and first child of Bing Crosby and Kathryn Grant, known for his role in the horror film Friday the 13th.