Famous people and celebrities who died in 2006

A dedicated page for remembering the famous people and celebrities who passed away in 2006. This year saw the loss of many influential and beloved figures who left a lasting impact on the world. From entertainment icons and sports legends to renowned scholars and public figures, our comprehensive list pays tribute to their lives and legacies. Join us in honoring their contributions and celebrating their achievements as we reflect on their remarkable stories.

• Jan. 14 Shelley Winters

  American actress who won oscars for "the diary of anne frank," 1959, and "a patch of blue," 65. for "a place in the sun," her 1951 film, she was the first nominee for an oscar. she made her broadway debut in 1941 and made her film debut in 1942 with "a double life." she has also appeared on a lot …

• Feb. 24 Don Knotts

  Don knotts was an american actor best known for his role as barney fife on the andy griffith show.

• Feb. 24 Dennis Weaver

  American actor who played the role of chester, a low-key character in "gunsmoke," between 1955-1964. he was versatile, talented and political-aware. in 1970, weaver was a recognized star on his own series "mccloud." he starred in seven tv shows and was awarded an emmy in 1959. he has been married to gerry since 2000. they have three children and three …

• March 13 Maureen Stapleton

  American actress with a talent for comedy. she is best known as a dramatic actress. she is strong, earthy, and vulnerable. from 1946, when she made her broadway debut, to 1951, where she established her reputation with "rose tattoo," her first broadway play.

• March 25 Rocío Dúrcal

  Spanish actress and singer (d. 2006).

• April 22 Alida Valli

  Internationally recognized italian actress. she was born in pola (italy), in a now-occupied region of croatia. valli was a keen actress from the beginning of her childhood. she made her acting debut at age 16. her beauty and appeal ensured her a fast-rising career.

• April 29 John Kenneth Galbraith

  Economist (affluent society-58 hillman award)

• May 7 Machiko Soga

  Japanese actress and voice actor (d. 2006).

• May 27 Paul Gleason

  American actor (b. 1939)

• July 13 Red Buttons

  American singer and actor (d. 2006).

• July 19 Jack Warden

  American actor (d. 2006).

• Aug. 14 Bruno Kirby

  American actor and director (d. 2006)

• Aug. 30 Glenn Ford

  Canadian-american actor. he starred in more than 200 movies between 1987 and 1987 than any other actor. his long list of westerns included "the adventures of martin eden", 1942, "blackboard jungle," 55 and "the rounders," 1965. he starred in "cade's country" a tv series during the 1970s.

• Sept. 14 Mickey Hargitay

  American physical culturist mr. universe (1955), married jayne mansfield 1/1/1958. after having two children, they split on 4/30/1963. however, a third child was born in 1964 as they maintained a close relationship. later, he was one of mae west's entourages.

• Sept. 22 Edward Albert

  American actor, born to margo and eddie albert. young edward was 14 when he made his screen debut in "fool killer." he was a philosophy major and attended ucla. he graduated from oxford university in 1972. in "butterflies are free," he played the role of a blind guitarist who is tortured. he won a golden globe for his performance. he …

• Oct. 2 Tamara Dobson

  American actress (born 1947).

• Oct. 4 Tom Bell

  English actor on stage and in film (born 1933).

• Oct. 19 Phyllis Kirk

  American actress (d. 2006).

• Oct. 20 Jane Wyatt

  American singer and actress (d. 2006).

• Nov. 1 Adrienne Shelly

  Adrienne Shelly was an actress and filmmaker best known for her work in independent films.

• Nov. 10 Jack Palance

  Jack palance was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as city slickers and shane.

• Nov. 10 Diana Coupland

  British comedian actress (born 1932).

• Nov. 23 Philippe Noiret

  French actor, both on tv and in film. he is skilled at comedy and drama. he made a film debut in "gigi," 1948. his role in louis malle’s 1960 film "zazie dans le metro” established his reputation for being a great actor. over 100 films were part of his 55-year film career, including the 1988 hit "cinema paradiso" as well …

• Dec. 1 Claude Jade

  One of the most prominent actresses of france's new wave, well-known for her roles in truffaut’s trilogy: "baisers vola (c)s", and "domicile conjugal". stolen kisses; bed and board, love on the run

• Dec. 12 Peter Boyle

  American actor (d. 2006).

• Dec. 18 Joseph Barbera

  American cartoonist (born 1911).

• Dec. 23 Charlie Drake

  British comic (plank rhubarb rhubarb splish splash).

• Dec. 26 Gerald Ford

  American politician, lawyer, congressman, and vice-president under richard nixon, 1969, and the 38th president the united states. he was the first person to be elected to the highest office in the country after a former president resigned. he was sworn into office on august 9, 1974, at 12:03:35 eastern time (edt), washington, dc. this occurred just minutes after nixon's resignation …