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

  • Philip K Dick
    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.

  • Georges Perec
    March 3 Georges Perec

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

  • Firaq Gorakhpuri
    March 3 Firaq Gorakhpuri

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

  • John Belushi
    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. [bio]

  • Ayn Rand
    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.

  • Jan Lemaire
    March 6 Jan Lemaire

    Dutch actor/writer (beautiful juultje) dies at 97

  • Ida Barney
    March 7 Ida Barney

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

  • Charles Borromeo Mills
    March 7 Charles Borromeo Mills

    Composer dies at 68

  • Hatem Ali Jamadar
    March 8 Hatem Ali Jamadar

    Bengali politician (b. 1872)

  • Horace Gregory
    March 11 Horace Gregory

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

  • Edmund Cooper
    March 11 Edmund Cooper

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

  • Albert Weisser
    March 13 Albert Weisser

    Composer dies at 64

  • Hans ter Laag
    March 17 Hans ter Laag

    Dutch sound technician was murdered in el salvador

  • Jan Kuiper
    March 17 Jan Kuiper

    Dutch news editor (ikon) was murdered in el salvador

  • Georg G Lampe
    March 18 Georg G Lampe

    Dutch painter/director (free academy), died at the age of 60.

  • Randy Rhoads
    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.

  • J. B. Kripalani
    March 19 J. B. Kripalani

    Indian lawyer and politician (b. 1888)

  • Hendrik L van Beek
    March 20 Hendrik L van Beek

    Dutch vice-admiral, died at 52.

  • Barney Clark
    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.

  • Goodman Ace
    March 25 Goodman Ace

    American comedian and writer (b. 1899)

  • Fazlur Khan
    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.

  • Betty Schade
    March 27 Betty Schade

    American actress born in germany (born 1895).

  • William Francis Giauque
    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

  • William Giauque
    March 28 William Giauque

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

  • Walter Hallstein
    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.

  • Carl Orff
    March 29 Carl Orff

    German composer and educator (b. 1895)

  • Frederick George Mann
    March 29 Frederick George Mann

    British organic chemist (b. 1897)

  • Nathan Farragut Twining
    March 29 Nathan Farragut Twining

    American general (b. 1897)

  • Nathan Twining
    March 29 Nathan Twining

    American general (d. 1982)