Famous people and celebrities who died in December 1993

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in December 1993. 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

Dec. 2 Pablo Escobar
Notorious Colombian drug lord who led the Medellín Cartel, responsible for massive cocaine trafficking and extreme violence during the 1980s and early 1990s.
Dec. 3 Lewis Thomas
Lewis Thomas was a renowned physician, writer, poet, and educator who significantly contributed to medical literature and understanding of biology. He was best known for his elegant and philosophical essays about science and medicine, published in collections like 'The Lives of a Cell'. Thomas served as a professor and dean at Yale Medical School and was a highly respected medical …
Dec. 4 Frank Zappa
Legendary avant-garde musician and composer who revolutionized rock music with his innovative and eclectic style. He was a multi-instrumentalist known for his complex compositions, satirical lyrics, and genre-defying musical approach. Zappa was a prolific artist who challenged musical and cultural norms throughout his career.
Dec. 4 Margaret Landon
Margaret Landon was an American author best known for her book 'Anna and the King of Siam', which inspired the famous musical 'The King and I'. Her work provided a fictionalized account of Anna Leonowens' experiences in the Siamese royal court.
Dec. 6 Don Ameche
Versatile American actor and entertainer who excelled in film, vaudeville, and radio, starring in over 50 movies and notably directing 'The Story of Alexander Graham Bell' in 1939.
Dec. 6 Rita Macedo
Actress (divinas palbras), who dies at 65 from a heart attack
Dec. 7 Abidin Dino
Renowned Turkish-French illustrator and painter who significantly contributed to modern art in the 20th century, bridging artistic traditions between Turkey and France.
Dec. 8 Carlotta Monti
Lover of wc fields, who dies at the age of 86.
Dec. 9 Danny Blanchflower
Danny Blanchflower was a legendary Northern Irish footballer who captained Tottenham Hotspur to their historic 'Double' victory in 1961, winning both the League Championship and FA Cup. He was a pivotal figure in Tottenham's golden era of football, known for his exceptional leadership and tactical intelligence.
Dec. 10 Alice Tully
Renowned American soprano and significant philanthropist who made substantial contributions to the performing arts, particularly through her support of Lincoln Center in New York.
Dec. 12 Jozsef Antall
First democratically elected Prime Minister of Hungary after the fall of communism, playing a crucial role in Hungary's transition from a communist state to a democratic system.
Dec. 13 Vanessa Duriès
French author (b. 1972)
Dec. 14 Myrna Loy
Renowned Hollywood actress known for her versatile roles and political activism. She was a prominent figure in classic American cinema, receiving multiple prestigious awards for her outstanding career. Her contributions to film and social causes made her a respected cultural icon.
Dec. 14 Jeff Alm
American football player (born 1968).
Dec. 15 William Dale Phillips
American chemist and engineer (b. 1925)
Dec. 16 Moses Gunn
Prominent African-American stage and film actor who co-founded the Negro Ensemble Company and won a Tony Award in 1976 for his powerful theatrical performances.
Dec. 16 Kakuei Tanaka
Influential Japanese politician who served as the 64th Prime Minister of Japan from 1972 to 1974, known for his significant political and economic reforms.
Dec. 17 Janet Margolin
American actress annie hall, 50, dies from ovarian cancer.
Dec. 18 Sam Wanamaker
Sam Wanamaker was a visionary American actor and director who dedicated significant efforts to reconstructing Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London, meticulously recreating the original Elizabethan architectural design and construction methods.
Dec. 19 Michael Clarke
Influential American drummer who played with notable bands like The Byrds, The Flying Burrito Brothers, and Firefall. Passed away in 1993.
Dec. 22 Alexander Mackendrick
Renowned Scottish film director known for classic British comedies like 'The Man in the White Suit' and critically acclaimed films.
Dec. 24 Norman Vincent Peale
Norman Vincent Peale was an American minister and author known for his work in popularizing the concept of positive thinking.
Dec. 25 Pierre Victor Auger
French physicist and academic (b. 1899)
Dec. 28 William L Shirer
Renowned American journalist and historian famous for his seminal work 'The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich'. He was a key observer and chronicler of World War II events in Europe.
Dec. 30 Giuseppe Occhialini
Renowned Italian-French physicist who made significant contributions to particle physics and academic research during the 20th century.
Dec. 30 İhsan Sabri Çağlayangil
Turkish lawyer and politician, 20th turkish minister of foreign affairs (b. 1908)
Dec. 31 Brandon Teena
Transgender man whose tragic murder became a landmark case for LGBTQ+ rights and was depicted in the film 'Boys Don't Cry'.
Dec. 31 Arthur Dreifuss
Film director and producer known for works like 'Murder in Amsterdam', who worked in the mid-20th century entertainment industry.