Famous people and celebrities who died in November 1974

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in November 1974. 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

• Nov. 7 Eric Linklater

  Welsh-scottish author and academic (b. 1899)

• Nov. 8 Ivory Joe Hunter

  Influential African American R&B and blues singer-songwriter known for his piano skills and significant contributions to mid-20th century music.

• Nov. 9 Egon Joseph Wellesz

  Austria -- musicologist/composer, dies at the age of 89

• Nov. 11 Alfonso Leng

  Chilean dentist, composer, and academic (b. 1894)

• Nov. 11 Jane Ace

  At 74, comedian (easy aces) dies

• Nov. 12 Charles Quinlivan

  Actor (7 guns to mesa), dies in 50

• Nov. 13 Vittorio de Sica

  Renowned Italian film director and actor, famous for neorealist cinema and critically acclaimed films like 'Bicycle Thieves' and 'Umberto D.'

• Nov. 13 Karen Silkwood

  American labor union activist and nuclear technician who became famous for exposing safety violations at the Kerr-McGee plutonium plant, ultimately dying under mysterious circumstances.

• Nov. 14 Johnny Mack Brown

  Actor (lawman is born, back trail), passes away at the age of 70

• Nov. 15 Aud Egede-Nissen

  Aud Egede-Nissen was a Norwegian actress who appeared in numerous silent films in the early 20th century.

• Nov. 16 Walther Meissner

  German physicist (meissner effect), is killed at 91

• Nov. 17 Clive Brook

  Actor/director (on approval), dead at 87

• Nov. 19 Louise Fitzhugh

  Louise Fitzhugh was an influential American children's book author and illustrator, best known for her groundbreaking novel 'Harriet the Spy', which revolutionized children's literature by featuring a complex, independent young female protagonist.

• Nov. 21 John B. Gambling

  American radio host (b. 1897)

• Nov. 21 Frank Martin

  Swiss-dutch composer and pianist (d. 1974).

• Nov. 23 Cornelius Ryan

  Irish-American journalist and author renowned for his seminal World War II historical works, including 'The Longest Day' and 'A Bridge Too Far'. He was a highly respected war correspondent and military historian who dramatically popularized narrative non-fiction about World War II.

• Nov. 23 Aman Andom

  Ethiopian general and politician, president of ethiopia (b. 1924)

• Nov. 23 Aklilu Habte-Wold

  Ethiopian politician, prime minister of ethiopia (b. 1912)

• Nov. 23 Endelkachew Makonnen

  Ethiopian politician, prime minister of ethiopia (b. 1927)

• Nov. 23 Abiye Abebe

  Ethiopian general and politician (b. 1918)

• Nov. 23 Asrate Kassa

  Ethiopian commander (b. 1922)

• Nov. 23 Pall Isolfsson

  Composer dies at 81

• Nov. 25 Nick Drake

  Influential English folk singer-songwriter known for his introspective and melancholic music. Despite limited commercial success during his lifetime, he became a highly respected cult figure in contemporary music after his early death at age 26.

• Nov. 25 U Thant

  Burmese diplomat who served as the third Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1961 to 1971, playing a crucial role in international diplomacy during the Cold War era.

• Nov. 29 James J Braddock

  James J. Braddock, nicknamed the 'Cinderella Man', was a legendary heavyweight boxer who overcame the Great Depression to become world champion, inspiring millions with his remarkable comeback story.

• Nov. 29 Peng Dehuai

  Chinese communist military leader (b. 1898)

• Nov. 29 Ouida Bergere

  Scriptwriter dies at 88