Famous people and celebrities who died in August 2009

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in August 2009. 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

• Aug. 1 Corazon Aquino

  Corazon Aquino was a pivotal political figure in the Philippines who became president after the fall of Ferdinand Marcos, leading the country's transition to democracy. She was known for her gentle demeanor and moral leadership during a critical period of Philippine history. Her presidency symbolized the power of peaceful resistance against authoritarian rule.

• Aug. 3 Nikolaos Makarezos

  Greek soldier and politician, deputy prime minister of greece (b. 1919)

• Aug. 4 Blake Snyder

  American screenwriter and producer (b. 1957)

• Aug. 5 Budd Schulberg

  Renowned American screenwriter and novelist, best known for his Oscar-winning screenplay 'On the Waterfront'.

• Aug. 6 John Hughes

  Legendary American film director who defined 1980s teen cinema with iconic movies like 'The Breakfast Club', 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off', and 'Sixteen Candles'. His films captured the essence of teenage life and culture.

• Aug. 6 Willy DeVille

  Renowned American rock musician, singer-songwriter, and guitarist known for his unique blend of rock, blues, and Latin music with the band Mink DeVille.

• Aug. 6 Riccardo Cassin

  Riccardo Cassin was a legendary Italian mountaineer and author who made significant contributions to alpine climbing and exploration. He was renowned for his pioneering ascents in the Alps and Andes, and is considered one of the most important mountaineers of the 20th century.

• Aug. 6 W S Rendra

  Born 1935, indonesian playwright and poet

• Aug. 7 Mike Seeger

  Mike Seeger was a renowned American folk musician, instrumental in preserving and promoting traditional American folk music during the folk revival of the mid-20th century.

• Aug. 7 Louis E. Saavedra

  American educator and politician, 48th mayor of albuquerque (b. 1933)

• Aug. 8 Daniel Jarque

  Spanish footballer (born 1983)

• Aug. 11 Eunice Kennedy Shriver

  Eunice Kennedy Shriver founded the Special Olympics, a global sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. She was a prominent social activist who transformed opportunities for people with disabilities worldwide.

• Aug. 11 Eunice Shriver

  Rose kennedy, a social activist from america and a well-known family member, is rose kennedy's daughter. in 1953, she married robert shriver, jr. and had five children. maria, her daughter, became a television anchor and married arnold schwarzenegger.

• Aug. 12 Les Paul

  Les Paul was a pioneering American jazz guitarist and inventor who revolutionized modern music through his groundbreaking electric guitar design and innovative recording techniques. He transformed the guitar from a rhythm instrument to a lead instrument, profoundly influencing popular music worldwide. With his wife Mary Ford, he created numerous hit recordings that showcased his technical brilliance and musical creativity.

• Aug. 13 Lavelle Felton

  American basketball player (b. 1980)

• Aug. 18 Robert Novak

  Prominent American political journalist and conservative commentator known for his influential syndicated column and political analysis.

• Aug. 18 Kim Dae-jung

  South Korean politician who served as the 8th President of South Korea from 1998 to 2003, and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to promote democracy and reconciliation with North Korea.

• Aug. 19 Don Hewitt

  Don Hewitt was a pioneering American television producer best known for creating the groundbreaking news magazine '60 Minutes', which revolutionized television journalism and became one of the most successful and influential news programs in television history.

• Aug. 21 Dean Turner

  Australian musician (born 1972)

• Aug. 22 Elmer Kelton

  Acclaimed American journalist and writer, best known for his authentic and critically acclaimed Western novels that captured the spirit of the American West.

• Aug. 25 Ted Kennedy

  Prominent American politician from the famous Kennedy family, who served as a long-term U.S. Senator from Massachusetts. Despite early academic challenges, he became a significant political figure and influential liberal Democrat. He was known for his legislative achievements and commitment to social justice.

• Aug. 26 Dominick Dunne

  Renowned American writer and journalist who specialized in covering high-profile criminal cases, transforming personal tragedy into powerful storytelling.

• Aug. 27 Sergey Mikhalkov

  Prominent Russian playwright, author, and lyricist who wrote the lyrics to the Soviet and Russian national anthems. He was a highly influential cultural figure in Soviet and post-Soviet Russia.

• Aug. 28 Adam Goldstein

  American musician and producer who was a member of the bands Crazy Town and Trv$djam, tragically passing away in 2009.

• Aug. 28 Richard Egan

  Us ambassador, owner of dell emc, engineer (b. 1963)

• Aug. 31 Erano Manalo

  Filipino religious figure (born 1925)