Famous people and celebrities who died in October 2008

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in October 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

• Oct. 1 Nick Reynolds

  Nick Reynolds was an American folk musician and member of the legendary Kingston Trio, known for his bongo playing and contributions to the folk music revival of the 1950s and 1960s.

• Oct. 1 John Biddle

  American yachting cinematographer and lecturer (born in 1925).

• Oct. 2 Choi Jin-sil

  Prominent South Korean actress and model who tragically died by suicide in 2008, leaving a significant impact on Korean entertainment industry.

• Oct. 2 Rob Guest

  New zealand entertainer (born in 1950)

• Oct. 6 Peter Cox

  Australian public servant and politician (b. 1925)

• Oct. 7 George E. Palade

  Nobel Prize laureate for their discoveries concerning the structural and functional organization of the cell

• Oct. 7 Leslie Hardman

  Jewish orthodox rabbi (born 1913)

• Oct. 8 Ângelo Carvalho

  Portuguese footballer (b. 1925)

• Oct. 11 Neal Hefti

  Renowned American jazz composer, arranger, and bandleader known for his work with Count Basie and composing iconic TV and film scores like the Batman theme.

• Oct. 11 Jörg Haider

  Controversial Austrian far-right politician known for his provocative nationalist rhetoric and populist leadership of the Freedom Party of Austria. He significantly influenced Austrian and European political discourse in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

• Oct. 12 Karl Chircop

  Maltese physician and politician (b. 1965)

• Oct. 14 Robert Furman

  American civil engineer and wwii intelligence officer (born in 1915).

• Oct. 15 Edie Adams

  Edie Adams was an accomplished American actress, comedian, and singer known for her work in television, film, and musical comedy.

• Oct. 15 Jack Narz

  A prominent American game show host and television personality who was well-known for hosting popular shows like 'Dotto' and 'Video Village' during the golden age of television game shows.

• Oct. 15 Faz?l Husnu Daglarca

  Turkish poet (born 1914)

• Oct. 17 Levi Stubbs

  Legendary American soul singer and lead vocalist of the iconic Motown group Four Tops, known for his powerful baritone voice and memorable hits.

• Oct. 18 Dee Dee Warwick

  American soul singer and sister of Dionne Warwick, who had a notable career in R&B and soul music during the 1960s and 1970s.

• Oct. 19 Rudy Ray Moore

  American comedian and actor (dolemite), (born 1937).

• Oct. 19 Richard Blackwell

  Richard Blackwell was a famous American fashion critic known for his annual 'Worst Dressed' list, which scrutinized celebrity fashion choices for over three decades. He was a former fashion designer who made Hollywood history with his provocative critiques and published an autobiography titled 'From Rags to Bitches' in 1995.

• Oct. 23 Kevin Finnegan

  British boxer (born 1948)

• Oct. 26 Delmar Watson

  Delmar Watson was a child actor known for his roles in classic films like 'Gone with the Wind'.

• Oct. 26 Tony Hillerman

  Acclaimed American mystery novelist known for his Navajo Tribal Police series, which uniquely portrayed Native American culture and law enforcement in the Southwest.

• Oct. 27 Ray Ellis

  Renowned American record producer and musical arranger who worked extensively in the music industry during the mid-20th century, contributing to numerous recordings and arrangements.

• Oct. 27 Chris Bryant

  English actor and screenwriter (b. 1936)

• Oct. 29 Mike Baker

  American singer-songwriter (b. 1963)

• Oct. 30 Pedro Pompilio

  Argentinian businessman (born 1950)

• Oct. 31 Studs Terkel

  Pulitzer Prize-winning American oral historian, author, and broadcaster known for his in-depth interviews documenting American social history.