Famous people and celebrities who died in May 1965

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in May 1965. This month marked the loss of influential and beloved figures whose contributions spanned various fields and touched many lives. Explore our detailed list to remember and celebrate their enduring legacies and the remarkable impact they had on the world

  • May 1 Spike Jones

    Legendary American musician and bandleader known for his comedic and satirical musical arrangements, particularly popular in the 1940s and 1950s.

  • May 1 Leo Spies

    Composer dies at 65

  • May 3 Howard Spring

    British author (heaven lies about us), dies at 76

  • May 3 Otto Forst de Battaglia

    Austrian diplomat/genealogist, dies at age 75.

  • May 4 Norman Brokenshire

    Television moderator (four square court), passes away at 66

  • May 5 John Waters

    John Waters is an iconic American filmmaker, writer, and actor known for his transgressive cult films like 'Pink Flamingos' and 'Hairspray', who significantly influenced independent cinema.

  • May 5 Nikos Gounaris

    Greek tenor and composer (b. 1915)

  • May 8 Wally Hardinge

    English footballer and cricketer (d. 1965).

  • May 10 Hubertus van Mook

    Dutch politician, governor-general of the dutch east indies (b. 1894)

  • May 11 Roger Vailland

    French novelist and writer known for his existentialist works and exploration of human desire and social dynamics. He was a prominent figure in mid-20th century French literature and a member of the Communist Party.

  • May 11 Ludovicus H "Lode" Baekelmans

    Flemish playwright dies at 86

  • May 14 Frances Perkins

    American writer and official in government, she was the first female member of a presidential cabinet. she served as secretary of labor under president f.d. roosevelt served as secretary of labor for president f.d. for 12 years, beginning in 1932. she was a key figure behind the new deal, and the us social security program. her books include "women as …

  • May 15 Pio Pion

    Italian businessman and engineer (d. 1965).

  • May 15 Adrian Schoevers

    Dutch director (schoevers institution), dies.

  • May 18 Eduard J Dijksterhuis

    Mathematician archimedes, who died at 72 years old.

  • May 19 Tu'i Malila

    The oldest tortoise in the world (born circa1777).

  • May 19 Maria Dabrowska

    Polish writer znaki zycia

  • May 21 Marguerite Bise

    French chef (b. 1898)

  • May 21 Geoffrey de Havilland

    The de havilland aircraft company was founded by an engineer and pilot from england in 1965.

  • May 22 Christopher Stone

    Manchester, new hampshire -- actor (dave-dallas, interns)

  • May 22 Bobby Watson

    At 77 years old, comedian (hitler gang boys town), passes away.

  • May 23 Earl Webb

    American baseball player and coach (d. 65)

  • May 23 David Smith

    American poet, naturalist, poet, singer, naturalist, poet, painter, musician, naturalist, and religious leader. he was the youngest child of joseph smith, jr., and emma hale smith. he was an influential missionary leader in latter day saint movements. he was five months old when his father died. he was born december 1847 and raised by his mother and her second husband …

  • May 24 Sonny Boy Williamson II

    Legendary blues harmonica player who significantly influenced the Chicago blues scene and was a pivotal figure in the development of modern blues music.

  • May 25 Aleck ''Rice'' Miller

    American blues singer, songwriter, and harmonica player

  • May 30 Louis Hjelmslev

    Danish linguist and academic (b. 1899)