Famous people and celebrities who died in November 1994

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in November 1994. 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

• Nov. 2 Peter Matthew Hillsman Taylor

  Renowned American writer known for his significant contributions to Southern literature, exploring complex family dynamics and social nuances through his novels and short stories.

• Nov. 2 David Feinberg

  David Feinberg was an influential American writer and AIDS activist who documented the LGBTQ+ experience during the early years of the AIDS crisis. He was a prominent voice in raising awareness about the disease and its impact on the gay community. His writings provided critical insight into the social and personal struggles of those affected by HIV/AIDS.

• Nov. 2 Noah Beery Jr

  American actor best known for his roles in 'The Rockford Files' and other television series, with a significant career in film and TV.

• Nov. 3 Valter Palm

  Estonian-american boxer (b. 1905)

• Nov. 4 Sam Francis

  Renowned American abstract expressionist painter who was a pivotal figure in the second generation of the movement. Often called the 'American Matisse', Francis created vibrant, large-scale works that earned international acclaim.

• Nov. 7 Shorty Rogers

  Influential jazz trumpeter and composer who was a key figure in the West Coast jazz movement during the 1950s.

• Nov. 8 Michael O'Donoghue

  American actor and screenwriter (b. 1940)

• Nov. 10 Carmen McRae

  Carmen McRae was a renowned American jazz singer celebrated for her unique vocal interpretation and sophisticated improvisational style, influencing generations of jazz musicians.

• Nov. 10 Kuvempu

  Kuvempu was a renowned Kannada poet, playwright, novelist, and social reformer who significantly influenced modern Kannada literature. He was awarded the Jnanpith Award, India's highest literary honor, and is considered a cultural icon in Karnataka. His works often explored themes of humanism, social justice, and cultural identity.

• Nov. 10 Louis Nizer

  Louis Nizer was a prominent American lawyer known for his high-profile legal cases and influential work in the legal profession during the 20th century.

• Nov. 11 John A. Volpe

  Prominent American politician who served as the 61st Governor of Massachusetts and later as United States Secretary of Transportation.

• Nov. 11 Pedro Zamora

  Cuban-born American television personality and AIDS activist who raised significant awareness about HIV/AIDS during the 1990s.

• Nov. 12 Wilma Rudolph

  Legendary African American Olympic athlete who overcame polio and became a world-renowned sprinter, winning three gold medals at the 1960 Rome Olympics and breaking multiple world records.

• Nov. 13 Jack Baker

  American actor and screenwriter (b. 1947)

• Nov. 15 Elizabeth George Speare

  Renowned American children's book author who won the Newbery Medal twice for her historical novels 'The Witch of Blackbird Pond' and 'The Bronze Bow'. She was a significant figure in mid-20th century children's literature.

• Nov. 19 Cab Calloway

  Legendary jazz bandleader and entertainer who was a pivotal figure in the Harlem Renaissance. He popularized scat singing and became famous for his hit 'Minnie the Moocher'. Calloway was a cultural icon who significantly influenced American music and performance.

• Nov. 21 Willem Jacob Luyten

  Dutch-american astronomer and academic (b. 1899)

• Nov. 23 Irwin Kostal

  American songwriter, screenwriter, and publisher (b. 1911)

• Nov. 26 Joey Stefano

  Controversial gay adult film actor and sex worker who gained notoriety in the 1980s and early 1990s adult entertainment industry. He struggled with drug addiction and tragically died from a ketamine overdose in Hollywood.

• Nov. 26 David Bache

  Renowned British automotive designer famous for creating the iconic Range Rover, a groundbreaking luxury SUV that revolutionized the automotive industry.

• Nov. 26 Arturo Rivera y Damas

  Salvadoran archbishop (b. 1923)

• Nov. 27 Fernando Lopes-Graça

  Prominent Portuguese composer, conductor, and musicologist who was a key figure in 20th-century Portuguese classical music and cultural resistance.

• Nov. 28 Jeffrey Dahmer

  Jeffrey Dahmer was a notorious American serial killer who murdered and dismembered 17 men and boys between 1978 and 1991. His gruesome crimes shocked the nation and led to his eventual arrest and conviction.

• Nov. 28 Jerry Rubin

  Prominent 1960s counterculture activist and Yippie leader who was a key figure in the anti-war movement. He was part of the Chicago Seven and became a social entrepreneur later in life, symbolizing the radical transformation of the era.

• Nov. 28 Buster Edwards

  English boxer and criminal (b. 1932)

• Nov. 30 Lionel Stander

  Lionel Stander was an American character actor known for his distinctive gravelly voice and roles in television and film, most famously as Max in the popular 1980s TV series 'Hart to Hart'. He was also a notable victim of the Hollywood blacklist during the McCarthy era.

• Nov. 30 Guy Debord

  Influential French philosopher, filmmaker, and key member of the Situationist International, known for his critical theory of consumer society and spectacle.