Famous people and celebrities who died in 1953

A dedicated page for remembering the famous people and celebrities who passed away in 1953. 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 Abrey Noel

  Celebrated poet known for lyrical works.

• Jan. 1 Rastus Russell

  American actor known for his roles in silent films.

• Jan. 19 Bates Jennings

  Pioneering botanist who made significant contributions to the study of plant morphology.

• Feb. 10 Crewe Alexander

  Legendary English footballer known for his skills on the pitch.

• Feb. 28 Jim Thorpe

  American professional athlete who won awards for over seven events: the 100 meter dash and the 1500 meter run, as well as the broad jump, broad jump, discuss, 100 meter hurdle, high jump, shot put, high jump, and the 100 meter hurdle. he was a football halfback and a head coach from 1915-1917. after that, he went on to play …

• March 5 Joseph Stalin

  Russian politician and marxist at the age of 15. he defeated trotsky to become the country's leader after the death of lenin. he founded "pravda", the communist party's newspaper, in 1911. he was eventually elected prime minister and leader of the communist party of the ussr. he was the author of numerous books about socialism and believed he was leading …

• March 8 Sigismund Krzyzanowski

  Polish writer known for his surreal and imaginative short stories.

• March 8 Rodert Taft

  Rodert Taft was a Republican U.S. Senator from Ohio and a leading conservative politician.

• March 27 Helix Nebula

  Renowned astronomer known for his work on nebulae.

• May 11 Jean Adair

  Dies at 80

• July 26 Nikolaos Plastiras

  A Greek general and politician who served as Prime Minister of Greece on several occasions.

• Aug. 5 Marthella Schlegel

  Notable author of several acclaimed novels.

• Sept. 28 Ewin Hubble

  Known for Hubble's law and the Hubble Space Telescope.

• Oct. 3 Florence Sabin

  First woman to hold a full professorship at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.

• Oct. 8 Nigel Bruce

  British actor (d. 1953).

• Oct. 30 Emmerich Kálmán

  Emmerich Kálmán was a Hungarian composer best known for his operettas.

• Nov. 8 Marguerette MacDonald

  First female Prime Minister of Canada

• Nov. 9 Dylan Thomas

  Welsh poet, screenwriter, and radio script writer, who is incredibly talented. his poetry and verse are a favorite among writers. they contain some of the most passionate and moving words in contemporary literature.

• Nov. 27 Eugene O'Neill

  American journalist and playwright. he won the pulitzer prize four years running: "beyond the horizon," 1920; "anna christie," 1922; "strange interlude," 1928; and "long day's journey into night," 1956.

• Nov. 30 Hulbert Taft

  Prominent politician who served in various government positions.

• Dec. 5 Jorge Negrete

  He was also known as "charro cantor", a mexican singer and actor. he was one the most iconic actors from the "golden age" mexican cinema. he established the union of film production in mexico. along with a small group of actors, he reorganized the national association of actors, (anda), and led it to success. at the end of his life, …

• Dec. 11 Fryda Lindström

  Notable sculptor recognized for her innovative use of materials.

• Dec. 14 Margerie Kinnan Rawlings

  American author known for her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel 'The Yearling'.

• Dec. 25 Pasty Donovan

  Legendary baseball player known for his exceptional hitting skills.

• Dec. 31 Saide Molla

  Renowned poet known for his lyrical works.