Famous people and celebrities who died in February 2001

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in February 2001. 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

• Feb. 1 André D'Allemagne

  Canadian political scientist and academic (b. 1929)

• Feb. 4 Iannis Xenakis

  Renowned Greek-French composer, architect, and engineer who pioneered electronic and stochastic music, blending mathematical principles with avant-garde musical composition.

• Feb. 4 J J Johnson

  American jazz trombonist and composer (born in 1924)

• Feb. 6 Trần Văn Lắm

  South vietnamese diplomat and politician (b. 1913)

• Feb. 6 Fulgence Charpentier

  Canadian journalist and publisher (d. 2001).

• Feb. 7 Anne Morrow Lindbergh

  American author and pilot (b. 1906)

• Feb. 9 Herbert Simon

  Renowned American social scientist and economist who won the Nobel Prize in Economics in 1978. A distinguished professor and author who made significant contributions to understanding decision-making processes.

• Feb. 10 Abraham Beame

  Prominent New York City politician who served as the 104th mayor of New York City from 1974 to 1977, known for leading the city during a challenging financial crisis.

• Feb. 10 Buddy Tate

  Renowned American jazz saxophonist and clarinetist who was a prominent figure in the swing era, known for his work with Count Basie's orchestra and his distinctive musical style.

• Feb. 12 Kristina Söderbaum

  Kristina Söderbaum was a notable Swedish-German actress and photographer active during the mid-20th century, known for her work in German cinema during the Nazi era.

• Feb. 12 Tiberio Mitri

  Tiberio Mitri was a famous Italian boxer known for his dramatic life, characterized by success, extravagance, and a tragic decline. He was a grand champion who lived a tumultuous life of fame, luxury, and eventual hardship.

• Feb. 16 William Masters

  Pioneering American gynecologist and sexologist who revolutionized scientific understanding of human sexuality through groundbreaking research.

• Feb. 16 Howard W. Koch

  Prominent American film producer and director who made significant contributions to Hollywood's entertainment industry during the mid-20th century.

• Feb. 17 Bob Geary

  Canadian football manager and player (born 1933).

• Feb. 18 Dale Earnhardt

  Legendary NASCAR driver known as 'The Intimidator', Dale Earnhardt was a seven-time Winston Cup Series champion who revolutionized stock car racing. He won numerous prestigious titles, including the Daytona 500, and became an iconic figure in motorsports before his tragic death in 2001.

• Feb. 18 Balthus

  Renowned Polish-French painter known for his controversial and provocative artworks, with a unique style that challenged traditional artistic conventions and explored complex psychological themes.

• Feb. 18 Eddie Mathews

  Eddie Mathews was a Hall of Fame baseball player who spent most of his career with the Milwaukee Braves, forming a legendary home run duo with Hank Aaron and helping the team win its first World Series title.

• Feb. 19 Charles Trenet

  French singer-songwriter (b. 1913)

• Feb. 20 Donella Meadows

  Renowned environmental scientist and systems analyst, best known for her groundbreaking work on global sustainability and systems thinking.

• Feb. 22 Les Medley

  English footballer (born1920)

• Feb. 23 Robert Enrico

  Renowned French-Italian film director known for his Oscar-winning short film 'Incident at Owl Creek'. He began his career as an assistant director and editor, creating documentaries and short subjects for French television.

• Feb. 24 Claude Shannon

  Pioneering mathematician and electrical engineer who founded information theory, making fundamental contributions to digital communication and computing. His groundbreaking work laid the foundation for the digital age.

• Feb. 25 Don Bradman

  Considered the greatest batsman in cricket history, Don Bradman holds the world record for the highest batting average in test cricket. His extraordinary performance made him a national hero in Australia and a global sports legend.

• Feb. 25 A. R. Ammons

  American poet and critic (b. 1926)

• Feb. 26 Arturo Uslar Pietri

  Prominent Venezuelan lawyer, journalist, writer, and politician who was nominated multiple times for the Nobel Prize in Literature and received the Prince of Asturias Award in 1990.