Famous people and celebrities who died in 1969

A dedicated page for remembering the famous people and celebrities who passed away in 1969. 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 Barton MacLane

  Barton MacLane was a popular actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows.

• Jan. 3 Howard McNear

  Los angeles, california -- actor. (floyd–andy griffith show. jetsons).

• Jan. 27 Charles Winninger

  Actor charlie farrell, dies at 82

• Feb. 2 Boris Karloff

  Boris karloff was a british actor known for his portrayal of frankenstein's monster in the 1931 film 'frankenstein' and for his work in horror films.

• Feb. 5 Thelma Ritter

  American actress and singer (d. 1969)

• Feb. 20 Jack Ingram

  Actor (law of the west), suffers a heart attack at the age of 66

• Feb. 26 Levi Eshkol

  From 1963 to 1969, he was the third prime minister of israel. he died in 1969 from a heart attack. he was the first israeli prime minister to die in office.

• Feb. 27 John Boles

  Actor (stella dallas and curly top) dies at 73

• March 18 Barbara Bates

  American singer and actress (d. 1969).

• March 22 Ewin Bleach

  Renowned for his vibrant abstract art.

• March 27 Mida Hubbard

  Renowned American novelist known for her captivating storytelling.

• March 28 Drevin

  Renowned painter known for his abstract works.

• May 14 Enid Bennett

  Silent film actress who later became a successful stage actress.

• May 24 Mitzi Green

  Actress (huckleberry finn - tom sawyer), is killed at 48

• May 27 Jeffrey Hunter

  Actor christopher pike-star trek cage, dies at 43

• June 22 Judy Garland

  American actress and singer, she was a star of "the wizard of oz", her first film at the age of 13.

• July 22 Tilia Köster

  Pioneering chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.

• Aug. 6 Theodor Adorno

  German philosopher, social theorist, and music critic. in 1934, he emigrated to america, where he taught in new york. he returned to frankfurt in 60. he was brilliant and versatile and contributed significant work to the sociology of music, music, and culture. this is exemplified by "the philosophy of the new music", 1949. his thought was best expressed in the …

• Aug. 7 Russ Morgan

  Scranton, pennsylvania -- orchestra leader. (welcome aboard).

• Aug. 9 Sharon Tate

  American actress, model and sex symbol. she first appeared in small tv roles during the 1960s, then she was cast in many motion pictures. she was also a cover and model for fashion magazines.

• Aug. 14 Sigrid Gurie

  Brooklyn, new york -- actor (algiers, sofia, refugee)

• Aug. 18 Mildred Davis

  Actress (haunted spooks), passes away from coronary at the age of 68

• Aug. 31 Rockney Marciano

  Legendary heavyweight boxer with an undefeated record.

• Sept. 2 Ho Chi Minh

  Leader of the Vietnamese independence movement against French colonial rule.

• Sept. 7 Everett Dirksen

  Everett Dirksen was an American politician who served as a Republican United States Senator from Illinois from 1951 until his death in 1969.

• Oct. 8 Eduardo Ciannelli

  Italian actor, who started his career in opera baritone on the continent and italy. he served in the italian army during ww i and then moved to the united states for a long, successful career as an actor of character. in 1925, he made his stage debut and was then accepted into films in 1933. his roles included menacing characters …

• Oct. 12 Sonja Henie

  The norwegian champion ice skater, with over 257 medals and cups. she was awarded gold medals at the olympics in 1928, 1932, and 1935. in 1936 she became a professional at the ice carnivals. henie has been in ten films.

• Oct. 28 Constance Dowling

  Actress (blind spot) dies at 49 from cardiac arrest