Famous people and celebrities who died in September 2013

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in September 2013. 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

• Sept. 2 Frederik Pohl

  Renowned American science fiction author who won three Hugo Awards and is famous for works like 'Gateway'.

• Sept. 2 Ronald Coase

  ECO - English-american economist, author, and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 2013)

• Sept. 2 Paul Scoon

  Paul Scoon was a prominent Grenadian politician who served as the second Governor-General of Grenada from 1978 to 1992. He played a crucial role during the political turbulence of the 1980s, including the period of the Grenadian Revolution and the subsequent U.S. intervention.

• Sept. 10 Jack Vance

  Prolific science fiction and fantasy writer known for his Dying Earth series.

• Sept. 11 Albert Jacquard

  Renowned French geneticist, population biologist, and humanist thinker who made significant contributions to scientific understanding and social philosophy.

• Sept. 11 Andrzej Trybulec

  Polish mathematician and computer scientist (b. 1941)

• Sept. 12 Ray Dolby

  Pioneering American engineer who founded Dolby Laboratories and revolutionized audio technology worldwide.

• Sept. 12 Candace Pert

  Pioneering neuroscientist who made groundbreaking discoveries about neuropeptides and their significance in brain chemistry and emotional processing.

• Sept. 16 Scott Adams

  Scott Adams is the renowned creator of the Dilbert comic strip, a satirical commentary on corporate workplace culture that became globally recognized. He is also an accomplished author of business humor books.

• Sept. 17 Eiji Toyoda

  Prominent Japanese industrialist who played a crucial role in Toyota's growth and development, contributing significantly to the company's global success and automotive innovation.

• Sept. 18 Ken Norton

  Legendary heavyweight boxer who famously defeated Muhammad Ali in their first fight and was a world heavyweight champion. He was known for his unique fighting style and significant impact on boxing history.

• Sept. 18 Lindsay Cooper

  Renowned English bassoonist, composer, and key member of experimental music groups Henry Cow, News from Babel, and the Feminist Improvising Group.

• Sept. 18 Marcel Reich-Ranicki

  Renowned German literary critic and Holocaust survivor who became one of the most influential cultural voices in post-war Germany, known for his passionate and often controversial literary reviews.

• Sept. 19 Hiroshi Yamauchi

  Legendary Japanese business executive who transformed Nintendo from a playing card company to a global video game powerhouse. He led Nintendo from 1950 to 2002 and was instrumental in the company's success during the video game revolution.

• Sept. 19 Robert Barnard

  Renowned English crime novelist and literary critic known for his detective fiction and academic works on literature.

• Sept. 20 Gilles Verlant

  Belgian journalist and music biographer renowned for his definitive work on Serge Gainsbourg. He came from a journalistic family and was closely connected to the French music scene. His biography of Gainsbourg is considered a significant contribution to understanding the iconic musician.

• Sept. 21 Kofi Awoonor

  Prominent Ghanaian poet, author, and academic who made significant contributions to African literature and was tragically killed in the 2013 Westgate shopping mall terrorist attack in Nairobi.

• Sept. 22 Álvaro Mutis

  Renowned Colombian-Mexican writer, poet, and novelist known for his significant contributions to Latin American literature, particularly his works featuring the character Maqroll.

• Sept. 22 David H. Hubel

  MED - Canadian-american neurophysiologist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 2013)

• Sept. 22 Jane Connell

  American stage and screen actress known for her character roles in theater and television, with a career spanning several decades.

• Sept. 22 Luciano Vincenzoni

  Prominent Italian screenwriter known for his significant work in the film industry, particularly in the spaghetti western genre. He collaborated with notable directors and helped shape Italian cinema.

• Sept. 24 Anthony Lawrence

  Anthony Lawrence is a renowned Australian poet known for his landscape poetry exploring themes of death, sexuality, and masculinity. He published six poetry collections and was significantly influenced by James Dickey. Born in Tamworth, NSW, he became a respected literary critic and poetry teacher.

• Sept. 24 Paul Dietzel

  Legendary American football coach who led LSU to a national championship in 1958 and was named National Coach of the Year. He coached at Louisiana State University, United States Military Academy, and University of South Carolina.

• Sept. 25 Billy Mure

  American guitarist and composer (b. 1915)

• Sept. 26 Sos Sargsyan

  Prominent Armenian actor and film director who made significant contributions to Armenian cinema.

• Sept. 27 Tuncel Kurtiz

  Prominent Turkish actor, director, and screenwriter known for significant contributions to Turkish cinema and theater.

• Sept. 29 S. N. Goenka

  Influential Burmese-Indian meditation teacher who played a crucial role in spreading Vipassana meditation globally, teaching thousands and establishing meditation centers worldwide.