Famous people and celebrities who died in May 1984

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in May 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

• May 1 Jüri Lossmann

  Estonian-swedish runner (b. 1891)

• May 2 Jack Barry

  Influential American game show host and producer who co-founded Barry & Enright Productions, a significant television production company in the mid-20th century.

• May 4 Diana Dors

  British sex symbol and actress of the 1950s and 1960s, known for her platinum blonde looks and provocative image. She transitioned from glamour model to character actress, making significant contributions to British cinema.

• May 4 Bob Clampett

  Pioneering American animator who significantly contributed to the golden age of animation, creating beloved cartoon characters and working with Warner Bros.

• May 6 Bonner Pink

  English politician (b. 1912)

• May 8 Lila Bell Wallace

  American publisher, co-founded reader's digest (b. 1890)

• May 10 Joaquin Agostinho

  Portuguese cyclist dies at the age of 41

• May 14 Walter Rauff

  Nazi SS officer responsible for developing mobile gas vans used in Holocaust mass killings during World War II. Notorious war criminal who escaped prosecution after the war.

• May 14 Larry Stock

  Songwriter ("blueberry hill"), dies.

• May 15 Francis Schaeffer

  American philosopher, theologian, and pastor (born in 1912).

• May 15 Lionel Charles Robbins

  British economist dies at 85.

• May 16 Andy Kaufman

  Iconic comedian and performance artist known for his surreal, avant-garde comedy style. He gained fame through Saturday Night Live and the sitcom Taxi, blurring lines between comedy and performance art.

• May 16 Irwin Shaw

  Renowned American novelist and playwright known for works like 'Rich Man, Poor Man', a critically acclaimed novel that was later adapted into a popular television miniseries.

• May 19 John Betjeman

  Renowned English poet who served as Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom from 1972 until his death in 1984, known for his nostalgic and humorous poetry celebrating British architecture and social history.

• May 20 Peter Bull

  At 72, dr doolittle, a british actor, dies from a heart attack

• May 21 Ann Little

  American actress (born in 1891)

• May 22 John Marley

  American actor known for his roles in films like 'Cat Ballou' and 'The Godfather', who passed away in 1984 after heart surgery.

• May 22 Karl-August Fagerholm

  Prominent Finnish politician who served as Prime Minister and Speaker of the Parliament during the mid-20th century, playing a significant role in Finland's post-war political landscape.

• May 24 Vince McMahon Sr.

  Vince McMahon Sr. was a pioneering American wrestling promoter who founded the World Wrestling Federation (WWE), laying the groundwork for modern professional wrestling.

• May 25 Piet Ketting

  Dutch pianist/conductor/composer, dies at age 79.

• May 28 Eric Morecambe

  Eric Morecambe was a legendary British comedian who formed the iconic comedy duo Morecambe and Wise with Ernie Wise. Their comedy partnership spanned decades and became a beloved part of British entertainment, with their Christmas specials drawing massive audiences.