Famous people and celebrities who died in December 1976

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in December 1976. 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

• Dec. 2 Danny Murtaugh

  Renowned Pittsburgh Pirates baseball manager who led the team to significant success during his career.

• Dec. 2 William Tannen

  Actor (jailhouse rock and sitting bull) dies at 65

• Dec. 3 Mary Nash

  Actress (philadelphia story: till the clouds roll by), dies at 91

• Dec. 4 Benjamin Britten

  Renowned 20th-century British composer who revolutionized opera and classical music, particularly through his groundbreaking work 'Peter Grimes'. He was a pivotal figure in modern classical music, composing significant works for opera, orchestra, and film.

• Dec. 4 Tommy Bolin

  Talented rock guitarist known for his work with Deep Purple, James Gang, and his own solo career before his tragic early death from drug overdose.

• Dec. 4 W. F. McCoy

  Irish soldier, lawyer, and politician (b. 1886)

• Dec. 6 João Goulart

  João Goulart was the 24th President of Brazil, serving from 1961 to 1964 before being overthrown by a military coup. He was a significant political figure during a tumultuous period in Brazilian history.

• Dec. 6 Brian Lieberman

  Miami beach restauranteurl (born 1979)

• Dec. 7 Paul Bragg

  American nutritionist (b. 1895)

• Dec. 12 Jack Cassidy

  Jack Cassidy was a renowned American actor and singer known for his versatile performances in television and theater. He was a prominent figure in entertainment during the mid-20th century and was married to actress Shirley Jones.

• Dec. 13 Eduard Claudius

  Writer

• Dec. 16 Réal Caouette

  Canadian politician and journalist who was a prominent figure in Quebec's political landscape during the mid-20th century.

• Dec. 16 George

  Greek royalty, the eldest son of king constantine who ruled 1922-1923 and 1935-1947 with a government in exile in london in ww ii.

• Dec. 19 Giuseppe Caselli

  Italian painter (d. 1976)

• Dec. 20 Richard Daley

  Powerful Democratic mayor of Chicago who served from 1955 to 1976, known for his strong political machine and controversial handling of the 1968 Democratic National Convention protests.

• Dec. 20 Soetardjo Kartohadikusumo

  Indonesian politician, 1st governor of west java (b. 1890)

• Dec. 20 Walter Fitzgerald

  Actor (adventures of sadie and fallen idol) dies at age 80

• Dec. 23 Frank Forest

  Actor (big broadcast of 1937 champagne waltz).

• Dec. 23 Paul M Frank Forest

  Dies at 80

• Dec. 23 Walter Bauer

  Writer dies at 72

• Dec. 24 Victor Stanitsin

  Actor (war & peace, jubilee), died at 79

• Dec. 26 Philip Hart

  American politician who served as the 49th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan, playing a significant role in state politics during his career.

• Dec. 28 Freddie King

  Legendary blues guitarist and singer who significantly influenced electric blues music, recognized as one of the 'Three Kings of Blues Guitar'.

• Dec. 28 Katharine Byron

  American politician (b. 1903)

• Dec. 29 Ivo Van Damme

  Belgian middle-distance runner who won silver medals in 800m and 1500m at the 1976 Montreal Olympics. Tragically died in a car accident shortly after his Olympic success, becoming a national sports hero.