Famous people and celebrities who died in July 1975

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in July 1975. 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

• July 2 James Robertson Justice

  Prominent British character actor known for comedic roles in medical films and British cinema, particularly in the 'Doctor' film series during the 1950s and 1960s.

• July 4 Georgette Heyer

  A prolific British novelist who pioneered the historical romance genre and wrote numerous detective novels, Heyer was known for her meticulous research and witty narrative style.

• July 5 Gilda dalla Rizza

  Italian soprano and actress (b. 1892)

• July 6 Otto Skorzeny

  Notorious Nazi SS officer known for daring special operations during World War II, including the rescue of Benito Mussolini and leading commando units in the Battle of the Bulge.

• July 6 Reşat Ekrem Koçu

  Turkish historian, scholar, and poet (b. 1905)

• July 7 Ruffian

  Legendary American thoroughbred racehorse known for exceptional racing performance. Tragically died after a severe injury during a race in 1975.

• July 7 Vito Frazzi

  Composer dies at 86

• July 10 Achiel H van Acker

  Belgian premier (1945-46 and 1954-58), dies at 77

• July 11 Kurt Pinthus

  Writer dies at 89

• July 12 James Ormsbee Chapin

  American painter and illustrator (b. 1887)

• July 14 Zutty Singleton

  Jazz drummer in the usa, who dies at 77

• July 15 Charles Weidman

  Charles Weidman was a pioneering American modern dancer and choreographer who significantly influenced dance aesthetics in the early 20th century. He was a key figure in the modern dance movement, collaborating closely with Martha Graham and Doris Humphrey to revolutionize dance as an art form. His innovative approach emphasized natural movement and emotional expression.

• July 17 Konstantine Gamsakhurdia

  Georgian author (d. 1975)

• July 17 Modoc [the Elephant]

  Age 78 - oldest non-human mammal known to have died

• July 18 Vaughn Bodē

  Influential underground cartoonist and illustrator who created iconic characters like Cheech Wizard.

• July 18 Federico Ghisi

  Composer dies at 74

• July 19 Lefty Frizzell

  Influential American country music singer and songwriter who revolutionized honky-tonk music in the 1950s, profoundly impacting future music legends like Roy Orbison and Merle Haggard.

• July 21 Fie Carelsen

  Dutch actress, married to jean-louis pisuisse from 1913 to 2022

• July 26 Leigh Whipper

  Actor (hidden eye, jungle queen), dies at 98

• July 29 James [Benjamin] Blish

  At 54, sci-fi author (star trek reader), dies

• July 30 James Blish

  Renowned science fiction author and book editor known for influential works like 'Cities in Flight' and 'The Seedling Stars'. He wrote under the pen name William Atheling Jr. and was a significant contributor to the sci-fi genre.