Famous people and celebrities who died in April 2016

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in April 2016. 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

April 2 Gallieno Ferri
Italian comic book artist and illustrator (b. 1929)
April 2 Robert Abajyan
Armenian sergeant (b. 1996)
April 3 Cesare Maldini
Legendary Italian footballer and manager who played for AC Milan and the Italian national team, and later coached several prominent football clubs including Milan and the national team.
April 3 Joe Medicine Crow
Renowned Native American historian, anthropologist, and author who was the last traditional chief of the Crow tribe and a World War II veteran.
April 3 Koji Wada
Japanese singer and songwriter (b. 1974)
April 4 Chus Lampreave
Chus Lampreave was a distinguished Spanish actress known for her memorable character roles in Spanish cinema. She was particularly recognized for her collaborations with renowned director Pedro Almodóvar in several iconic films. Her unique comedic timing and expressive performances made her a beloved figure in Spanish entertainment.
April 5 Koço Kasapoğlu
Turkish footballer (b. 1936)
April 6 Merle Haggard
Merle Haggard was a legendary country music singer-songwriter who defined the Bakersfield Sound and became an influential voice in outlaw country music during the 1960s and 1970s.
April 7 Blackjack Mulligan
American professional wrestler (b. 1942)
April 9 Will Smith
American actor, producer and rapper. he has had success in music, film, television and movies. newsweek called smith "the most powerful actor of hollywood" in april 2007. smith has received five golden globe awards nominations, two academy awards nominations, and four grammy awards.
April 9 Duane Clarridge
American spy (b. 1932)
April 10 Howard Marks
Howard Marks was a notorious Welsh cannabis smuggler, author, and prominent cannabis legalization activist who became a counterculture icon through his controversial life story.
April 12 Arnold Wesker
Prominent British playwright who significantly influenced post-war British theatre, known for his powerful social realist works exploring working-class experiences and struggles.
April 12 Mohammad Al Gaz
Emirati politician & diplomat (b. 1930)
April 17 Doris Roberts
Emmy Award-winning American actress best known for her role in the popular sitcom 'Everybody Loves Raymond'. She had a long and distinguished career in television and film spanning several decades.
April 17 Chyna
American wrestler (b. 1969)
April 19 Walter Kohn
Nobel Prize-winning Austrian-American physicist who made groundbreaking contributions to quantum mechanics and solid-state physics.
April 19 Patricio Aylwin
Patricio Aylwin was a prominent Chilean politician who played a crucial role in Chile's transition to democracy after the Pinochet era. He served as the first democratically elected president following the military dictatorship from 1990 to 1994. Aylwin was a key figure in promoting human rights and national reconciliation.
April 20 Victoria Wood
Beloved British comedian, actress, writer, and director known for her groundbreaking comedy and television shows.
April 21 Prince (musician)
Prince was a legendary musician, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who revolutionized pop, rock, and funk music with his innovative style and extraordinary musical talent.
April 21 Lonnie Mack
Influential American blues-rock guitarist and singer-songwriter who significantly impacted guitar playing styles in rock and blues music.
April 23 Banharn Silpa-archa
Thai politician, prime minister from 1995 to 1996 (b. 1932)
April 24 Tommy Kono
Tommy Kono was a renowned American weightlifter who competed in multiple Olympic Games and is considered one of the greatest weightlifters in history.
April 26 Harry Wu
Prominent Chinese human rights activist who dedicated his life to exposing human rights abuses in China, particularly in labor camps.
April 30 Harry Kroto
Eminent British chemist who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for co-discovering fullerenes, a revolutionary molecular structure. His groundbreaking work significantly advanced nanoscience and molecular chemistry.
April 30 Sir Harold W. Kroto
Nobel Prize laureate for their discovery of fullerenes
April 30 Daniel Berrigan
Daniel Berrigan was a prominent Jesuit priest, peace activist, and poet who played a significant role in the anti-Vietnam War movement. He was known for his radical protests against war and social injustice, often engaging in civil disobedience to challenge military policies.