Famous people and celebrities who died in April 2005

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in April 2005. 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

• April 5 Saul Bellow

  Saul Bellow was a renowned American novelist and essayist who significantly influenced 20th-century literature. He won multiple prestigious awards including the Pulitzer Prize, Nobel Prize in Literature, and the National Book Award three times. His works explored complex human experiences and intellectual themes.

• April 5 Debralee Scott

  Debralee Scott was an American actress known for her roles in classic films like 'American Graffiti' and 'Dirty Harry', and television shows such as 'Welcome Back, Kotter'.

• April 6 Rainier III

  Rainier III was the Prince of Monaco from 1949 to 2005, known for modernizing the principality and his famous marriage to Hollywood actress Grace Kelly.

• April 7 Bob Kennedy

  Prominent American baseball player, coach, and manager who had a significant career in Major League Baseball during the mid-20th century.

• April 9 Andrea Dworkin

  Prominent American radical feminist, author, and activist who fought against pornography and advocated for women's rights during the 1970s and 1980s. Born to Holocaust survivor Jewish immigrants, she was a significant voice in feminist theory and social criticism.

• April 10 Norbert Brainin

  Renowned Austrian violinist who was a founding member of the legendary Amadeus Quartet, known for exceptional interpretations of classical composers like Beethoven, Haydn, and Mozart.

• April 11 Maurice Hilleman

  Maurice Hilleman was a groundbreaking microbiologist who saved millions of lives through his development of over 40 crucial vaccines. He is considered one of the most important medical researchers of the 20th century, significantly contributing to global public health.

• April 11 André François

  Renowned Romanian-French illustrator, painter, and sculptor known for his distinctive artistic style and contributions to visual arts across multiple mediums.

• April 11 Lucien Laurent

  A historic French soccer player who achieved immortality by scoring the first goal in FIFA World Cup history. His remarkable achievement in the inaugural 1930 World Cup in Uruguay made him a significant figure in international football.

• April 13 Johnnie Johnson

  Renowned African American pianist and songwriter who significantly influenced rock and roll music, particularly through his collaboration with Chuck Berry.

• April 13 Philippe Volter

  Philippe Volter was a Belgian actor and director who worked in theater and film before his untimely death in 2005.

• April 14 Saunders Mac Lane

  Saunders Mac Lane was a renowned American mathematician who fundamentally shaped modern abstract algebra and category theory. He was a professor at the University of Chicago and made groundbreaking contributions to mathematical foundations. His work significantly influenced mathematical logic and algebraic structures.

• April 16 Kay Walsh

  Kay Walsh was a prominent English actress known for her versatile performances in film and theater during the mid-20th century, particularly in British cinema.

• April 19 Ruth Hussey

  Ruth Hussey was an accomplished American film actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood movies during the 1930s and 1940s, particularly in comedies and dramas. She was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'The Philadelphia Story' (1940). Hussey had a successful career spanning several decades in film and television.

• April 19 George Pan Cosmatos

  Greek film director known for directing notable action and western films in the 1980s and 1990s, including 'Rambo: First Blood Part II' and 'Tombstone'.

• April 19 Clement Meadmore

  Renowned Australian-American sculptor known for his large-scale minimalist abstract sculptures that explore geometric forms and spatial relationships.

• April 21 Gerry Marshall

  Renowned English race car driver known for his significant contributions to motorsports during the late 20th century. He competed in various racing series and was respected in the automotive racing community.

• April 22 Philip Morrison

  Renowned American physicist and professor at MIT, known for significant contributions to astrophysics, nuclear physics, and science communication. He worked on the Manhattan Project and later became a prominent advocate for nuclear disarmament and science education.

• April 23 John Mills

  Renowned British actor who had a distinguished career spanning several decades, winning an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor in 1970 for 'Ryan's Daughter'. He was a versatile performer who made significant contributions to British cinema from the 1930s to the 1970s.

• April 23 Robert Farnon

  Renowned Canadian-born composer, conductor, and arranger who significantly influenced light orchestral and film music in the 20th century.

• April 23 Romano Scarpa

  Renowned Italian comic book illustrator and author who significantly contributed to Disney comics and Italian graphic storytelling.

• April 24 Ezer Weizman

  Prominent Israeli military leader and politician who served as the 7th President of Israel from 1993 to 2000. He was a former commander of the Israeli Air Force and played significant roles in Israel's political and military history.

• April 25 Swami Ranganathananda

  A prominent Indian monk, philosopher, and spiritual leader of the Ramakrishna Order who dedicated his life to spreading Vedanta philosophy and promoting spiritual and social harmony across India and internationally.

• April 26 Maria Schell

  Maria Schell was a renowned Austrian-Swiss actress and film producer who had a significant career in European cinema during the mid-20th century. She was known for her powerful performances in international films and won numerous awards for her acting. Her career spanned several decades, making her a prominent figure in post-war European cinema.

• April 26 Augusto Roa Bastos

  Renowned Paraguayan novelist and intellectual who significantly contributed to Latin American literature, best known for his novel 'I, the Supreme'.

• April 27 Red Horner

  Red Horner was a prominent Canadian professional ice hockey player who played as a defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL) during the 1930s and 1940s, primarily with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

• April 28 Percy Heath

  Renowned American jazz bassist, member of the Modern Jazz Quartet and the Heath Brothers.