Famous people and celebrities who died in June 1984

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in June 1984. 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

June 2 Georgios Kasassoglou
Greek musician (born 1908)
June 5 Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale
Indies sikh leader
June 6 A Bertram Chandler
Australian author (born 1912)
June 7 George Givot
Actor (versatile vaudeville), passes away at the age of 81.
June 8 Gordon Jacob
English composer and academic (b. 1895)
June 9 Helen Hardin
Renowned Native American painter known for her distinctive modernist style and exploration of indigenous cultural themes.
June 10 Halide Nusret Zorlutuna
Turkish author and poet (b. 1901)
June 11 Enrico Berlinguer
Influential Italian communist politician who led the Italian Communist Party from 1972 to 1984, known for his innovative approach of 'Eurocommunism' and independence from Soviet influence.
June 13 António Variações
Portuguese singer-songwriter (b. 1944)
June 13 Marinus de Jong
Dutch composer dies at 92
June 15 Meredith Willson
Renowned American composer, playwright, and musician best known for creating the iconic Broadway musical 'The Music Man'. He was a significant figure in mid-20th century American musical theater and also worked in radio and film.
June 15 Ned Glass
Actor charade, street music, dies at 78 from heart failure
June 16 Lew Andreas
American basketball player and coach (d.1984)
June 17 John Murray
Canadian-scottish biologist and oceanographer (d. 1914).
June 17 Swale
Kentucky derby winner, collapses and dies
June 19 Lee Krasner
Lee Krasner was a pioneering American abstract expressionist painter, wife of Jackson Pollock, and a crucial figure in the mid-20th century art movement. Her innovative work challenged traditional artistic boundaries and helped define the New York School of painting.
June 19 Wladimir Rudolfovich Vogel
Composer dies at 88
June 19 Lee Krasner Pollock
Us painter dies at 75
June 20 Estelle Winwood
Actress (miracle on 34th street), is killed at 99
June 22 Joseph Losey
Joseph Losey was a prominent American film and theater director known for his socially critical works. He transitioned from medical studies to directing, winning an Oscar in 1945 for a short film. His films often provided sharp social commentary and explored complex political themes.
June 24 Clarence Campbell
Clarence Campbell was a significant figure in Canadian hockey, serving as president of the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1946 to 1977. He was instrumental in expanding the league and managing its growth during a critical period of professional hockey development. Campbell is remembered for his strong leadership and significant contributions to the sport.
June 24 William Keighley
Director (man who came for dinner) dies at 94 from a stroke
June 25 Michel Foucault
Michel Foucault was a groundbreaking French philosopher who revolutionized understanding of power, knowledge, and social institutions. He held a prestigious chair at the Collège de France and wrote seminal works like 'Madness and Civilization' and 'The Archaeology of Knowledge'.
June 26 Carl Foreman
At 69, a producer dies from cancer
June 26 George H Gallup
Pollster (gallup poll) dies at 82
June 28 Yigael Yadin
Yigael Yadin was a prominent Israeli archaeologist, military general, and politician who served as Deputy Prime Minister of Israel and made groundbreaking discoveries in archaeological research.
June 30 Lillian Hellman
Lillian Hellman was a prominent American playwright and screenwriter who significantly influenced 20th-century theater with her socially conscious and politically charged works. Her plays like 'The Children's Hour' and 'The Little Foxes' challenged societal norms and explored complex human relationships. She was also known for her political activism and controversial memoir writing.