Famous people and celebrities who died in 1950

A dedicated page for remembering the famous people and celebrities who passed away in 1950. 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 Falan Mulan

    Influential painter whose works revolutionized the art world in the early 20th century.

  • Jan. 1 Raden Sudirman

    Indonesian engineer and military leader, known for his role in the Indonesian National Revolution.

  • Jan. 1 Aleph Null

    Known for contributions to set theory and mathematical logic.

  • Jan. 1 Kaliel

    Renowned philosopher known for his groundbreaking theories on ethics.

  • Emil Jannings
    Jan. 2 Emil Jannings

    German actor who won the first Academy Award for Best Actor.

  • Jan. 8 Jozeph Schumpeter

    Renowned for his work on economic development and innovation.

  • George Orwell
    Jan. 21 George Orwell

    British essayist and novelist. his greatest success was in 1946 with his humorous anti-communist humor, "animal farm," and 1949 with his futuristic, shocking novel, "1984."

  • Jan. 21 Jaxxson Orwell

    Jaxxson Orwell was an English novelist, essayist, and journalist, known for his influential works of social and political commentary, such as Animal Farm and Nineteen Eighty-Four.

  • Jan. 21 Kden Orwell

    Kden Orwell was a British novelist, essayist, and journalist, known for his influential works of social and political commentary, such as 'Animal Farm' and '1984'.

  • Jan. 21 Joevon Orwell

    Joevon Orwell was an English novelist, essayist, and journalist known for his works of social and political commentary, such as 'Animal Farm' and '1984'.

  • Jan. 21 Jhostin Orwell

    George Orwell was an English novelist, essayist, and critic, best known for his novels Animal Farm and Nineteen Eighty-Four.

  • Jan. 21 Elmond Orwell

    Elmond Orwell was a British novelist and essayist, known for his works that explored themes of totalitarianism and social injustice.

  • Jan. 21 Jerik Orwell

    Jerik Orwell was a British novelist, essayist, and journalist, known for his influential works of social and political commentary, such as Animal Farm and Nineteen Eighty-Four.

  • Jan. 21 Airon Orwell

    Airon Orwell was an English novelist, essayist, and critic, known for his works of social and political commentary, including the novels 'Animal Farm' and '1984'.

  • Jan. 21 Kinston Orwell

    Kinston Orwell was a British novelist and essayist, best known for his dystopian novel 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' and his allegorical novella 'Animal Farm'.

  • Jan. 21 Grayton Orwell

    Grayton Orwell was a British novelist, essayist, and journalist, known for his novels exploring totalitarianism and social injustice.

  • Jan. 21 Maveryck Orwell

    Maveryck Orwell was an English novelist, essayist, and critic, known for his novels 'Animal Farm' and '1984', which are considered classics of the 20th century.

  • Alan Hale
    Jan. 22 Alan Hale

    American actor. he was a charming young lead in his teens. he also became a star in silent movies, such as "four horsemen of the apocalypse." he was a charming and gregarious character actor in 150 films later, including "robin hood," the "dodge city", and "destination japan."

  • Jan. 23 Thorvald Moe

    Norwegian cross-country skier who won multiple Olympic medals.

  • Feb. 16 Markes Shaw

    Famous playwright and novelist.

  • March 1 Cono Melia

    Argentinian playwright known for his innovative works.

  • Marguerite De La Motte
    March 10 Marguerite De La Motte

    American actress (born in 1902)

  • Walter Huston
    April 7 Walter Huston

    Walter huston was a renowned actor known for his powerful performances in classic films such as 'the treasure of the sierra madre' and 'dodsworth'.

  • Aug. 1 Burkley Sinclair

    Burkley Sinclair was a renowned British poet who was known for her lyrical and introspective works.

  • Sara Allgood
    Sept. 13 Sara Allgood

    Irish actress jane eyre, spiral staircase, dies at 56

  • Dec. 21 Hattye Caraway

    First woman elected to the U.S. Senate.

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