Famous people and celebrities who died in July 1992

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in July 1992. 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

• July 3 Marc Tannenbaum

  At 66, rabbi (only jew allowed to attend vatican ii) dies

• July 4 Astor Piazzolla

  Legendary Argentine tango composer who revolutionized traditional tango by creating the 'nuevo tango' style, blending elements of jazz and classical music. He was a virtuoso bandoneon player who transformed the musical landscape of tango in the 20th century.

• July 6 Marsha P. Johnson

  Pioneering transgender activist and key figure in the Stonewall uprising, who was instrumental in advancing LGBTQ+ rights in the United States.

• July 9 Eric Sevareid

  Renowned CBS News journalist and commentator who significantly influenced American broadcast journalism during the mid-20th century. He was a respected news correspondent from 1939 to 1977 and authored two notable books about his experiences.

• July 11 Annette Fischer

  Danish chairman amnesty international

• July 11 Antoon J Hubben

  Mayor of maasbree / president kvm / unie blhp, dies at 73

• July 12 Caroline Pafford Miller

  American journalist and author known for her literary contributions in the early 20th century. She was a notable writer from Georgia who won the Pulitzer Prize for her novel 'Lamb in His Bosom' in 1934.

• July 12 Reginald Beck

  English film editor (robbery, accident, boom)

• July 15 Chingiz Mustafayev

  Azerbaijani journalist and author (b. 1960)

• July 16 Buck Buchanan

  Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive tackle who was a key player for the Kansas City Chiefs during their dominant years.

• July 18 Viktor Louis

  Russian journalist

• July 18 Jan Pelleboer

  Dutch meteorologist

• July 18 Mollie Parnis

  Fashion designer (mamie eisenhower)

• July 19 Paolo Borsellino

  Renowned Italian magistrate who fought against organized crime and was tragically assassinated by the Mafia in a bomb attack in Palermo, becoming a national symbol of resistance against criminal organizations.

• July 22 David Wojnarowicz

  Influential American artist, writer, and AIDS activist known for his provocative and deeply personal work addressing sexuality, identity, and the AIDS crisis.

• July 23 Maxine Audley

  At 69, a british actress (vikings: our man in havana) dies.

• July 24 Sam Berger

  Canadian lawyer and businessman (b. 1900)

• July 24 Arletty

  French actress and singer (b. 1898)

• July 25 Alfred Drake

  Renowned Broadway actor famous for his role in 'Oklahoma!' who died at 78 from heart failure.

• July 25 Hope Miller

  Actress, bwana devil, dies from breast cancer at 63

• July 26 Mary Wells

  Influential Motown soul singer known for her hit 'My Guy', who was a pioneering female artist in the 1960s music scene.

• July 27 Max Dupain

  Max Dupain was a pioneering Australian photographer known for his modernist style and iconic images of Australian landscapes and people. He significantly influenced 20th-century Australian photography through his distinctive black and white aesthetic. His most famous work includes the renowned 'Sunbaker' photograph, which has become a quintessential image of Australian culture.

• July 27 Amjad Khan

  Legendary Bollywood actor famous for portraying memorable villain roles in Indian cinema. His powerful performances made him one of the most iconic antagonists in Hindi film history.

• July 27 Tzeni Karezi

  Greek actress and screenwriter

• July 27 Jenny Karezi

  At 56, a greek actress (red lanterns) dies from cancer

• July 28 Sulev Nõmmik

  Estonian actor and director (b. 1931)

• July 30 Joe Shuster

  Canadian comic book artist who co-created Superman with Jerry Siegel, revolutionizing the superhero genre and popular culture in the 20th century.

• July 31 Leonard Cheshire

  Renowned English war pilot and humanitarian who founded numerous charitable organizations and was a pioneering advocate for disability rights and support.