Famous people and celebrities who died in March 1982

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in March 1982. 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

• March 2 Philip K Dick

  Influential science fiction author who profoundly impacted the genre with philosophical and dystopian narratives. His works explore complex themes of reality, perception, and human identity. Many of his stories have been adapted into critically acclaimed films like Blade Runner and Total Recall.

• March 3 Georges Perec

  Influential French writer known for experimental literature, member of the Oulipo group, who made significant contributions to postmodern writing.

• March 3 Firaq Gorakhpuri

  Indian critic and writer; one of the most prominent contemporary urdu poets.

• March 5 John Belushi

  Iconic comedian and actor from Saturday Night Live known for his wild comedy style and memorable film roles in 'Animal House' and 'The Blues Brothers'. His brilliant but tragically short career was marked by exceptional comedic talent and personal struggles with substance abuse.

• March 6 Ayn Rand

  Influential Russian-American philosopher and novelist who developed the philosophical system of Objectivism. Her most famous works include 'Atlas Shrugged' and 'The Fountainhead', which championed individualism and laissez-faire capitalism. She significantly influenced libertarian and conservative political thought in the 20th century.

• March 6 Jan Lemaire

  Dutch actor/writer (beautiful juultje) dies at 97

• March 7 Ida Barney

  American astronomer, mathematician, and academic (b. 1886)

• March 7 Charles Borromeo Mills

  Composer dies at 68

• March 8 Hatem Ali Jamadar

  Bengali politician (b. 1872)

• March 11 Horace Gregory

  American poet and literary critic associated with the New York School of poetry.

• March 11 Edmund Cooper

  British sci-fi author (tomorrow came) dies at 55

• March 13 Albert Weisser

  Composer dies at 64

• March 17 Hans ter Laag

  Dutch sound technician was murdered in el salvador

• March 17 Jan Kuiper

  Dutch news editor (ikon) was murdered in el salvador

• March 19 Randy Rhoads

  Legendary heavy metal guitarist known for his groundbreaking work with Quiet Riot and Ozzy Osbourne. He revolutionized rock guitar playing before his tragic death in a plane crash at age 25. His innovative style continues to influence guitarists worldwide.

• March 19 J. B. Kripalani

  Indian lawyer and politician (b. 1888)

• March 20 Hendrik L van Beek

  Dutch vice-admiral, died at 52.

• March 23 Barney Clark

  Barney Clark was a significant medical pioneer who became the first recipient of a permanent artificial heart in 1982, marking a groundbreaking moment in medical history. He underwent the experimental surgery at the University of Utah, surviving 112 days with the Jarvik-7 artificial heart. His case was crucial in advancing cardiac transplantation and prosthetic heart technology.

• March 25 Goodman Ace

  American comedian and writer (b. 1899)

• March 27 Fazlur Khan

  Renowned Bangladeshi-American structural engineer and architect who revolutionized skyscraper design, famous for creating innovative tube structures in high-rise buildings like the John Hancock Center and Willis Tower in Chicago.

• March 27 Betty Schade

  American actress born in germany (born 1895).

• March 28 William Francis Giauque

  Nobel Prize laureate for his contributions in the field of chemical thermodynamics, particularly concerning the behaviour of substances at extremely low temperatures

• March 28 William Giauque

  CHE - Canadian chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1895)

• March 29 Walter Hallstein

  Prominent German academic and politician who served as the first President of the European Commission, playing a crucial role in early European integration.

• March 29 Carl Orff

  German composer and educator (b. 1895)

• March 29 Frederick George Mann

  British organic chemist (b. 1897)

• March 29 Nathan Farragut Twining

  American general (b. 1897)

• March 29 Nathan Twining

  American general (d. 1982)