Famous people and celebrities who died in July 2008

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in July 2008. 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

• July 2 Elizabeth Spriggs

  English actress and screenwriter (b. 1929)

• July 3 Clive Hornby

  English actor and drummer (b. 1944)

• July 3 Oliver Schroer

  Canadian fiddler, composer, and producer (b. 1956)

• July 4 Jesse Helms

  Influential conservative Republican Senator from North Carolina who served from 1973 to 2003, known for his staunch right-wing political views and significant impact on American politics.

• July 4 Evelyn Keyes

  Evelyn Keyes was a prominent American actress best known for her memorable role in the classic film 'Gone with the Wind', a landmark movie in Hollywood's golden age.

• July 4 Thomas M. Disch

  Renowned American science fiction author and poet known for his innovative and critically acclaimed literary works.

• July 5 Hasan Doğan

  Turkish businessman (b. 1956)

• July 7 Dorian Leigh

  Pioneering American fashion model who was instrumental in defining the concept of the supermodel in the mid-20th century, achieving significant recognition in both Europe and the United States.

• July 7 Bruce Conner

  Bruce Conner was an influential American avant-garde artist known for experimental film, assemblage art, and mixed media works that challenged traditional artistic boundaries.

• July 8 John Templeton

  John Templeton was a pioneering global investor who revolutionized international investment strategies and established the Templeton Growth Fund. He was also a notable philanthropist who supported scientific and spiritual research through the Templeton Foundation.

• July 10 Hiroaki Aoki

  Japanese-American wrestler and entrepreneur who founded the famous Benihana restaurant chain, revolutionizing Japanese cuisine in the United States.

• July 10 Rocky Aoki

  Japanese businessman and former CEO of Benihana restaurants, also a former Olympic wrestler.

• July 10 Mike Souchak

  American golfer (born 1927).

• July 11 Michael DeBakey

  Pioneering cardiovascular surgeon who revolutionized heart surgery techniques and developed numerous medical innovations that saved countless lives worldwide.

• July 12 Tony Snow

  Tony Snow was a prominent American journalist and political commentator who served as White House Press Secretary under President George W. Bush from 2006 to 2007. He was also a well-known conservative political commentator for Fox News before his government role.

• July 12 Bobby Murcer

  American baseball outfielder who played professionally and was known for his tobacco use and introspective personality.

• July 13 Bronisław Geremek

  Renowned Polish historian, politician, and key figure in Poland's democratic transition, serving as Minister of Foreign Affairs.

• July 15 Karl Unterkircher

  Exceptional Italian mountaineer who conquered Everest and K2 in a remarkable 53-day expedition without supplemental oxygen.

• July 15 György Kolonics

  Hungarian canoe racer (b. 1972)

• July 16 Jo Stafford

  Jo Stafford was a renowned American popular singer of the 1940s and 1950s, known for her smooth vocal style and hits like 'You Belong to Me'. She was a leading female vocalist of the big band and traditional pop era, winning multiple awards and selling millions of records.

• July 19 Dercy Gonçalves

  Renowned Brazilian comedian and actress who had an extraordinary career spanning several decades, known for her bold and irreverent humor style that challenged social norms.

• July 21 Donald Stokes

  Baron Stokes was a prominent English businessman who played a significant role in the industrial landscape of mid-20th century Britain. He was particularly known for his leadership in the automotive industry, serving as chairman of British Leyland Motor Corporation.

• July 22 Estelle Getty

  Estelle Getty was an Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress best known for her iconic role as Sophia Petrillo on the popular sitcom 'The Golden Girls', which ran from 1985 to 1992.

• July 23 Kurt Furgler

  Swiss lawyer and politician who served as the 70th President of the Swiss Confederation, playing a significant role in Swiss political landscape during the late 20th century.

• July 24 Norman Dello Joio

  Norman Dello Joio was a prominent American composer and organist known for his significant contributions to classical music during the 20th century.

• July 25 Randy Pausch

  Computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon University who became famous for his inspirational 'Last Lecture' about achieving childhood dreams before dying of pancreatic cancer.

• July 25 Tracy Hall

  Tracy Hall was a pioneering chemist who revolutionized materials science by developing the chemical vapor deposition process for creating synthetic diamonds, making significant contributions to industrial and scientific research.

• July 25 Jeff Fehring

  Australian rules footballer (born in 1955).

• July 27 Isaac Saba Raffoul

  Mexican businessman (b. 1923)

• July 30 Anne Armstrong

  American businesswoman and diplomat, united states ambassador to the united kingdom (b. 1927)