Famous people and celebrities who died in September 1977

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in September 1977. 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

• Sept. 1 Ethel Waters

  American singer, who sang at a local bar on her 14th birthday. she was 17 when she got a job as a chambermaid. she made nine dollars per week, "from dawn to exhaustion," and earned nine dollars per week. from the age of 12, she had been working as a chambermaid, earning $4.75 per week. she was an illegitimate daughter …

• Sept. 3 Gianni Vella

  Maltese artist (b. 1885)

• Sept. 4 E. F. Schumacher

  Ernst Friedrich Schumacher was a renowned economist and philosopher known for his influential work on sustainable development and small-scale economics, particularly his concept of 'small is beautiful'.

• Sept. 4 Stelios Perpiniadis

  Greek singer-songwriter and guitarist (b. 1899)

• Sept. 4 Jean Rostand

  French biologist and philosopher (b. 1894)

• Sept. 5 Marcel Thiry

  Belgian writer and walloon militant (born in 1897).

• Sept. 6 Guido Pannain

  Composer dies at 85

• Sept. 8 Zero Mostel

  Iconic American actor and comedian known for his powerful performances in theater and film, particularly in 'Fiddler on the Roof' and 'The Producers'.

• Sept. 8 Zero [Samuel J] Mostel

  Actor from the united states (fiddler on the roof) dies at 62

• Sept. 9 John Breeden

  Actor (madame racketeer and salute), dies in 73

• Sept. 10 Hamida Djandoubi

  The last french execution by guillotine is for a person convicted of murder and torture.

• Sept. 11 Leonard Carey

  Actor (laughter), passes away at 90

• Sept. 12 Steven Biko

  Prominent South African anti-apartheid activist who died in police custody, becoming a powerful symbol of resistance against racial oppression.

• Sept. 12 Robert Lowell

  Robert Lowell was a highly influential American poet and a key figure in the confessional poetry movement. He won the Pulitzer Prize and was considered one of the most important American poets of the 20th century. His work often explored personal struggles, mental health, and social issues.

• Sept. 12 Les Haylen

  Australian journalist and politician (b. 1898)

• Sept. 13 Leopold Stokowski

  Leopold Stokowski was a renowned conductor and musical director famous for his innovative orchestral performances and his connection to Hollywood and cultural elite.

• Sept. 16 Maria Callas

  Legendary Greek-American opera singer renowned for her extraordinary vocal range, dramatic performances, and transformative impact on opera. She revolutionized opera singing in the mid-20th century with her intense interpretations of classic roles. Considered one of the most influential and celebrated opera performers of all time.

• Sept. 16 Marc Bolan

  Iconic British rock musician who founded the influential band T-Rex, Marc Bolan was a pivotal figure in the glam rock movement of the 1970s. His hit song 'Get It On' remains a classic of the era.

• Sept. 18 Paul Bernays

  English-swiss mathematician and philosopher (b. 1888)

• Sept. 25 Sidney van den Bergh

  Dutch politician/businessman dies at 78

• Sept. 26 Uday Shankar

  Uday Shankar was a pioneering Indian dancer and choreographer who revolutionized classical and folk dance forms, introducing modern interpretations and global influences to traditional Indian dance. He is considered a key figure in the evolution of Indian performing arts during the early 20th century.

• Sept. 29 Alexander Tcherepnin

  Russian-american composer and pianist (d. 1977).

• Sept. 29 Robert McKimson

  American animator and illustrator (b. 1910)

• Sept. 29 Alexander Nikolayevich Tcherepnin

  Russian composer dies at 78

• Sept. 30 Mary Ford

  Iconic American musician and vocalist, partner of Les Paul.