Famous people and celebrities who died in 1932

A dedicated page for remembering the famous people and celebrities who passed away in 1932. 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. 17 Albert Jacka

  Australian captain, victoria cross recipient (b. 1893)

• Jan. 26 William Wrigley

  Prominent American businessman who founded the Wrigley Company, a global chewing gum and confectionery manufacturer. He transformed a small soap company into a massive global brand known for chewing gum.

• Feb. 10 Edgar Wallace

  Prolific British author known for his crime novels, screenplays, and journalism.

• Feb. 16 Ferdinand Buisson

  PEA - French academic and politician, nobel prize laureate (b. 1841)

• March 1 Dino Campana

  Between madness episodes, he was an italian poet and a student of pharmacy and chemistry from 1906-1913. he also traveled extensively throughout europe and the united states, writing and reciting. this earned him the nickname of an italian rimbaud.

• March 3 Eugen d'Albert

  Scottish-german composer and pianist (d. 1932).

• March 7 Aristide Briand

  PEA - French journalist and politician, prime minister of france, nobel prize laureate (b. 1862)

• March 14 George Eastman

  George Eastman was an American inventor and entrepreneur who founded the Eastman Kodak Company and popularized the use of roll film, helping to bring photography to the mass market.

• March 24 Frantz Reichel

  French rugby player and hurdler (b. 1871)

• April 4 Wilhelm Ostwald

  CHE - Latvian-german chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1853)

• April 17 Patrick Geddes

  Scottish biologist and sociologist who is considered a pioneer in the field of urban planning and regional development.

• April 27 Hart Crane

  American poet known for his complex and visionary poetry.

• May 22 Augusta Gregory

  Irish poet and playwright, she reconstructed traditional folklore and myths in her plays for children. she wrote over 35 plays, two of which she co-authored with william butler yeats.

• July 6 Kenneth Grahame

  British writer, who described himself as "a sunday writer", since he worked at the bank of england from 1879 to fulfill his vocation. he was orphaned young and raised by his grandmom before becoming a bank clerk. he quickly rose to the position of bank secretary in 1898. this post he held until his health deteriorated in 1907, which forced …

• July 9 King Camp Gillette

  American businessman who founded the Gillette Company and revolutionized the shaving industry.

• July 22 Reginald Fessenden

  Reginald Fessenden was a Canadian inventor who made key contributions to the development of radio technology.

• July 22 Errico Malatesta

  Italian activist and theorist (d.1932).

• July 23 Alberto Santos-Dumont

  Brazilian aviation pioneer, who captured the imaginations of europe and the united states through his airship flights. he also made the first significant powered aircraft flight in europe with no. 14-bis.

• Sept. 5 Francisco Acebal

  Spanish playwright, novelist and journalist (born 1866).

• Sept. 16 Ronald Ross

  MED - Indian-english physician and mathematician, nobel prize laureate (b. 1857)

• Nov. 9 Nadezhda Alliluyeva

  Second wife of Joseph Stalin who tragically died by suicide, marking a significant personal tragedy in Stalin's life.

• Nov. 12 Evangeline Adams

  Astrologer from america who served nearly 100,000 clients, including the prince of wales, mary garden and j.p. morgan. she stayed in a hotel when she arrived in new york city on 12 march 1899. the hotel owner was alerted and she was able to warn her of danger. on 17 march, the hotel suffered a terrible fire that resulted in …

• Nov. 27 Evelyn Preer

  American singer and actress (born 1896).

• Nov. 29 Abdullah Cevdet

  Kurdish-turkish physician and academic (b. 1869)

• Dec. 8 Gertrude Jekyll

  British horticulturist, garden designer, and writer who had a profound influence on the Arts and Crafts movement.

• Dec. 19 Yun Bong-gil

  A significant Korean independence activist who fought against Japanese colonial rule, known for his resistance and sacrifice for national liberation.

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