Famous people and celebrities who died in November 2010

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in November 2010. 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

Nov. 2 Andy Irons
Legendary professional surfer from Hawaii who was a three-time world surfing champion and considered one of the most influential surfers of his generation. He tragically died in 2010 at the young age of 32 due to complications related to heart disease.
Nov. 3 Jerry Bock
Renowned Broadway composer best known for creating the iconic musical 'Fiddler on the Roof', a landmark work in musical theater history.
Nov. 3 Viktor Chernomyrdin
Prominent Russian politician who served as the 30th Prime Minister of Russia from 1992 to 1998, playing a crucial role in Russia's post-Soviet political transformation. He was also a significant businessman and key figure in the country's economic reforms during the 1990s.
Nov. 4 Sparky Anderson
Legendary baseball manager who led the Cincinnati Reds and Detroit Tigers to World Series victories, known for his strategic brilliance and leadership in Major League Baseball.
Nov. 5 Jill Clayburgh
Acclaimed American actress who was a prominent figure in 1970s and 1980s cinema, known for her nuanced performances in feminist-themed films like 'An Unmarried Woman' and 'Starting Over', for which she received Academy Award nominations.
Nov. 5 Adrian Păunescu
Influential Romanian poet, journalist, and political activist who played a significant role in Romanian cultural and political life.
Nov. 8 Emilio Eduardo Massera
Argentinian naval officer and key figure in the military junta during Argentina's 'Dirty War', known for human rights violations.
Nov. 10 Dino De Laurentiis
Legendary Italian-American film producer who significantly influenced international cinema from the 1950s to 2000s. He produced numerous critically acclaimed and commercially successful films across multiple genres and countries. His collaborations with renowned directors helped shape post-war Italian cinema and Hollywood productions.
Nov. 12 Henryk Górecki
Renowned Polish contemporary classical composer famous for his minimalist and sacred music, particularly his Symphony No. 3 'Symphony of Sorrowful Songs'.
Nov. 13 Allan Sandage
Renowned astronomer who made groundbreaking contributions to understanding the age and expansion of the universe, working extensively at Mount Wilson and Hale Observatories.
Nov. 13 Luis García Berlanga
Renowned Spanish film director and screenwriter who significantly influenced Spanish cinema during the post-war period, known for his satirical and critical films.
Nov. 14 Wes Santee
Pioneering American track and field athlete who was a key figure in the sub-4-minute mile era. He set significant running records in the 1950s and was involved in controversial Olympic training disputes.
Nov. 15 Larry Evans
Renowned American chess grandmaster and journalist who significantly contributed to chess literature and competitive play during the mid-20th century.
Nov. 15 William Self
Prominent television producer who significantly contributed to classic TV series like 'The Twilight Zone' and 'The Frank Sinatra Show'. He transitioned from acting to become an influential executive producer in television.
Nov. 16 Britton Chance
Renowned American biochemist and biophysicist who made significant contributions to enzyme kinetics and medical diagnostic techniques. He was a professor at the University of Pennsylvania and received numerous scientific awards for his groundbreaking research.
Nov. 20 Chalmers Johnson
Chalmers Johnson was a prominent American entrepreneur who founded Computer Sciences Corporation, a significant information technology company that played a crucial role in the tech industry's development.
Nov. 21 Margaret Taylor-Burroughs
Prominent African American artist, poet, and educator who co-founded the DuSable Museum of African American History in Chicago, playing a crucial role in preserving and promoting Black cultural heritage.
Nov. 21 Norris Church Mailer
Norris Church Mailer was an American model, writer, and the sixth and final wife of renowned novelist Norman Mailer, known for her own literary work and artistic contributions.
Nov. 22 Frank Fenner
Frank Fenner was a prominent Australian virologist and microbiologist known for significant contributions to medical science and epidemiology.
Nov. 23 Ingrid Pitt
Polish-born British actress renowned for her roles in horror films, particularly in Hammer Horror productions during the 1960s and 1970s.
Nov. 23 Nassos Daphnis
Greek-American abstract artist known for his minimalist paintings and sculptures that explored geometric forms and color relationships.
Nov. 24 Huang Hua
Prominent Chinese diplomat who served as the 5th Foreign Minister of the People's Republic of China, playing a significant role in international relations during his career.
Nov. 25 Peter Christopherson
Influential English musician, keyboard player, and director, known for his work with experimental bands Coil and Throbbing Gristle.
Nov. 25 Bernard Matthews
Bernard Matthews was a pioneering English poultry farmer who built a massive food production empire specializing in turkey products. His company became one of the largest food producers in the United Kingdom, revolutionizing the frozen food industry.
Nov. 27 Irvin Kershner
Renowned American film director best known for directing 'Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back' and 'Never Say Never Again'.
Nov. 28 Leslie Nielsen
Canadian-American comedy actor famous for his deadpan humor in iconic parody films like 'Airplane!' and 'Police Squad'. He transformed his earlier serious acting career into a legendary comedic persona in the 1980s. Nielsen received a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame, cementing his status as a comedy legend.
Nov. 28 Samuel Cohen
Renowned physicist who played a critical role in developing the neutron bomb, a controversial tactical nuclear weapon designed to minimize physical infrastructure damage while maximizing radiation effects.
Nov. 29 Maurice Wilkes
Pioneering computer scientist who designed and built the EDSAC, one of the first stored-program computers. He made significant contributions to early computer development and was a key figure in the birth of modern computing.
Nov. 29 Bella Akhmadulina
Renowned Soviet and Russian poet, known for her lyrical poetry and significant contribution to 20th-century Russian literature. She was a prominent figure in the underground literary movement during the Soviet era, celebrated for her unique poetic voice and intellectual depth.
Nov. 29 Mario Monicelli
Mario Monicelli was a renowned Italian film director and screenwriter who pioneered the commedia all'italiana genre. He collaborated with famous comedian Totò and created critically acclaimed films that blended comedy with social commentary. His most famous work, 'Big Deal on Madonna Street' (1958), is considered a classic of Italian cinema.