Famous people and celebrities who died in October 2010

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

• Oct. 4 Norman Wisdom

  Iconic British comedy actor known for his slapstick humor and lovable underdog characters in numerous films during the 1950s and 1960s. He was particularly popular in the UK and Albania, where he was considered a national hero.

• Oct. 5 Bernard Clavel

  French writer, artist, and pacifist who contributed significantly to arts and cultural criticism through radio, television, and journals. Known for his multifaceted creative work and social engagement.

• Oct. 5 Mary Leona Gage

  American model and actress, miss usa 1957 (b. 1939)

• Oct. 6 Colette Renard

  French singer and actress famous for her iconic role in the musical 'Irma la Douce', which she performed for over a decade.

• Oct. 9 Maurice Allais

  Maurice Allais was a renowned French economist who won the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 1988 for groundbreaking research in market theory and resource optimization. His work significantly influenced economic thinking in the 20th century.

• Oct. 10 Solomon Burke

  Legendary soul and R&B singer who significantly influenced American music, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001 for his groundbreaking contributions to soul music.

• Oct. 10 Joan Sutherland

  Joan Sutherland was a legendary Australian operatic soprano known as 'La Stupenda', renowned for her extraordinary coloratura technique and international acclaim. She performed over 1,800 times during her 45-year career and was made a Dame of the British Empire in 1979. Her autobiography 'The Progress of a Prima Donna' was published in 1997.

• Oct. 12 Austin Ardill

  Northern irish soldier and politician (b. 1917)

• Oct. 14 Simon MacCorkindale

  British actor and producer known for his roles in television and film, including the 1978 movie 'Death on the Nile'. He was active in the entertainment industry from the late 1970s through the 2000s.

• Oct. 16 Barbara Billingsley

  Barbara Billingsley was an iconic American actress best known for her role as June Cleaver in the classic sitcom 'Leave It to Beaver'. She became a symbol of the idealized 1950s housewife and a beloved television personality.

• Oct. 16 Eyedea

  Influential underground hip-hop artist and rapper known for his exceptional freestyle and battle rap skills, who tragically passed away in 2010.

• Oct. 18 Marion Brown

  Marion Brown was an influential American jazz saxophonist and musicologist known for his avant-garde and experimental approach to music. He collaborated with notable musicians like John Coltrane and played a significant role in the development of free jazz during the 1960s and 1970s.

• Oct. 19 Tom Bosley

  Renowned American actor best known for playing Howard Cunningham in the iconic sitcom 'Happy Days', which ran from 1974 to 1984. He was a versatile performer with a successful career in television, film, and stage.

• Oct. 20 Farooq Leghari

  Farooq Leghari was the 8th President of Pakistan, serving from 1993 to 1998. He was a prominent Pakistani politician who played a significant role in the country's political landscape during the 1990s.

• Oct. 20 Bob Guccione

  Controversial American-British media entrepreneur who founded Penthouse magazine in 1965, transforming adult publishing and challenging societal norms. He was also a former cartoonist and greeting card designer who became a significant figure in media publishing.

• Oct. 21 A. Ayyappan

  Indian poet and translator (b. 1949)

• Oct. 24 Joseph Stein

  Acclaimed American playwright best known for writing the book for the legendary musical 'Fiddler on the Roof'.

• Oct. 25 Lisa Blount

  Lisa Blount was an American actress and producer known for her roles in films like 'Prince of Darkness' and 'An Officer and a Gentleman'. She won an Oscar for producing the short film 'The Accountant'.

• Oct. 25 Gregory Isaacs

  Gregory Isaacs was a legendary Jamaican reggae singer-songwriter known as the 'Cool Ruler' for his smooth vocal style and influential contributions to the reggae music scene. He was a pivotal figure in the development of lovers rock and dancehall genres during the 1970s and 1980s. Isaacs passed away in 2010, leaving behind a significant musical legacy.

• Oct. 27 Nestor Kirchner

  Prominent Argentine politician who served as President of Argentina from 2003 to 2007, known for his left-wing Peronist policies and strong leadership.

• Oct. 28 James MacArthur

  American actor best known for his role as Danny Williams in the original Hawaii Five-O television series, which ran from 1968 to 1980. He was the adopted son of actress Helen Hayes and had a successful acting career in film and television.

• Oct. 28 Gerard Kelly

  Scottish actor (born 1959).

• Oct. 28 Ehud Netzer

  Prominent Israeli archaeologist known for significant contributions to archaeological research, particularly in the study of ancient Israeli sites and historical architecture.

• Oct. 28 Jonathan Motzfeldt

  Pioneering Greenlandic politician who served as the first Prime Minister of Greenland, playing a crucial role in the island's political development.

• Oct. 30 Harry Mulisch

  Prominent Dutch writer considered one of the 'big three' postwar literature writers. He was highly honored and celebrated, with an asteroid named after him in 2006, recognizing his significant cultural impact.

• Oct. 31 Ted Sorensen

  Prominent American lawyer who served as the 8th White House Counsel, known for his significant role in presidential politics.

• Oct. 31 Maurice Lucas

  Professional basketball player and coach who played in the NBA and ABA, known for his role with the Portland Trail Blazers and as a respected assistant coach.