Famous people and celebrities who died in March 2006

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in March 2006. 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

• March 1 Jack Wild

  British actor known for his roles in children's television and film, including the musical 'Oliver!' for which he received an Oscar nomination.

• March 3 Ivor Cutler

  Ivor Cutler was a renowned Scottish poet, songwriter, and pianist known for his unique, whimsical style of performance and writing. He was a significant figure in the British alternative comedy and music scene, particularly during the 1960s and 1970s.

• March 5 Richard Kuklinski

  Notorious American contract killer and hitman for organized crime, known as 'The Iceman' for his method of freezing victims' bodies.

• March 6 Kirby Puckett

  Kirby Puckett was a legendary Major League Baseball center fielder who played his entire career with the Minnesota Twins. He was a 10-time All-Star and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2001. Known for his exceptional batting skills and defensive prowess, he was a key player in the Twins' 1991 World Series championship.

• March 6 Dana Reeve

  American actress, singer, and activist best known for her advocacy work supporting her husband Christopher Reeve after his paralysis and her cancer research efforts.

• March 7 Gordon Parks

  Pioneering African American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and civil rights activist who captured powerful images of racial segregation and social inequality in mid-20th century America.

• March 7 Ali Farka Touré

  Legendary Malian musician, guitarist, and singer-songwriter who popularized African blues worldwide.

• March 9 John Profumo

  British politician involved in a major political scandal during the Cold War era. His affair with Christine Keeler, who was also involved with a Soviet military attaché, led to his resignation and significantly impacted British politics in the 1960s.

• March 9 Tom Fox

  American peace activist who was killed in Iraq while working with Christian Peacemaker Teams, advocating for non-violent conflict resolution.

• March 10 Anna Moffo

  Renowned lyric-coloratura soprano who performed at the Metropolitan Opera for 17 seasons and was known as 'la bellissima'. She hosted an Italian TV show in the 1960s but suffered a vocal breakdown in 1974 that impacted her career.

• March 11 Slobodan Milosevic

  A controversial Serbian political leader known for his role in the Yugoslav Wars and ethnic conflicts during the 1990s. He was a key figure in the breakup of Yugoslavia and was later tried for war crimes at the International Criminal Tribunal in The Hague.

• March 11 Bernie Geoffrion

  Canadian-American ice hockey player and coach, known for his significant contributions to the sport, particularly with the Montreal Canadiens.

• March 13 Maureen Stapleton

  Acclaimed American actress known for her powerful dramatic performances on Broadway and in film. She won an Academy Award and was renowned for her versatile and emotionally intense acting style.

• March 14 Lennart Meri

  Estonian historian, writer, filmmaker, and statesman who served as the second President of Estonia from 1992 to 2001, playing a crucial role in Estonia's post-Soviet transition.

• March 15 Georgios Rallis

  Greek politician who served as the 173rd Prime Minister of Greece from 1980 to 1981, playing a significant role in the country's political transition.

• March 17 Oleg Cassini

  Renowned fashion designer who was Jackie Kennedy's official White House couturier, famous for creating her iconic style during the early 1960s. He was a sophisticated international figure who bridged European aristocracy with American high society. His career spanned fashion design, Hollywood, and military service.

• March 18 Michael Attwell

  British actor (born 1943).

• March 22 Pío Leyva

  Renowned Cuban singer and songwriter, famous for his participation in the legendary Buena Vista Social Club, a musical collective that revived traditional Cuban son music and gained international recognition in the late 1990s.

• March 22 Stephen Lawrence

  British teenager whose racially motivated murder became a landmark case in addressing systemic racism in the UK justice system.

• March 22 Pierre Clostermann

  Renowned French World War II fighter pilot, accomplished author, aerospace engineer, and politician who made significant contributions to aviation and French public life.

• March 23 Desmond Doss

  Heroic World War II combat medic who saved numerous lives during the Battle of Okinawa without carrying a weapon, due to his conscientious objector status.

• March 23 Cindy Walker

  Cindy Walker was a renowned American country and western songwriter who wrote numerous hit songs, including the classic 'You Don't Know Me'. She was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1997 for her significant contributions to the genre.

• March 25 Rocío Dúrcal

  Renowned Spanish singer and actress who was a prominent figure in Latin American music, known for her romantic ballads and successful career spanning several decades.

• March 25 Buck Owens

  Legendary country music singer, songwriter, and guitarist who significantly influenced the Bakersfield Sound. He was a pioneering figure in country music, known for his distinctive guitar style and numerous hit songs.

• March 27 Stanislas Lem

  Stanislaw Lem was a renowned Polish science fiction writer, philosopher, and futurist best known for his novel 'Solaris', which explores complex themes of human-alien communication and consciousness.

• March 27 Rudolf Vrba

  Holocaust survivor and renowned researcher who escaped from Auschwitz and provided crucial evidence about Nazi extermination camps.

• March 27 Lyn Nofziger

  Influential American journalist and political adviser to President Ronald Reagan, playing a significant role in Republican politics.

• March 28 Caspar Weinberger

  Prominent American lawyer and politician who served as the 15th United States Secretary of Defense from 1981 to 1987. He was a key figure in the Reagan administration's defense policy and played a crucial role in Cold War strategic planning.

• March 29 Salvador Elizondo

  Prominent Mexican writer of the 1960s literary generation, known for his experimental and avant-garde narrative style that significantly influenced contemporary Mexican literature.