Famous people and celebrities who died in July 2016

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

• July 1 Yves Bonnefoy

  Yves Bonnefoy was a prominent French poet, art critic, and scholar who significantly influenced 20th-century French literature. He was known for his profound philosophical approach to poetry and his exploration of visual arts. Bonnefoy was considered one of the most important French poets of his generation.

• July 1 Robin Hardy

  English author and film director (b. 1929)

• July 2 Elie Wiesel

  Elie Wiesel was a renowned Romanian-born American writer, Holocaust survivor, and human rights activist who used his powerful testimony to educate the world about the Holocaust. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1986 for his efforts to combat indifference and promote human rights. His memoir 'Night' is considered one of the most important Holocaust testimonies of the 20th …

• July 2 Michael Cimino

  Acclaimed American film director known for the Oscar-winning 'The Deer Hunter' and the controversial epic 'Heaven's Gate', which significantly impacted Hollywood cinema in the 1970s and 1980s.

• July 2 Caroline Aherne

  Renowned British comedian, actress, and writer best known for her iconic role in 'The Royle Family' and her sharp comedic talent.

• July 2 Patrick Manning

  Trinidadian-tobagonian politician 4th prime minister of trinidad and tobago

• July 4 Abbas Kiarostami

  Acclaimed Iranian film director known for his innovative and poetic approach to cinema, particularly in the realm of art house and documentary filmmaking.

• July 8 Abdul Sattar Edhi

  Renowned Pakistani philanthropist who founded the Edhi Foundation, the largest humanitarian organization in Pakistan providing critical social welfare services including healthcare, emergency rescue, and orphanage support.

• July 10 Katharina Focke

  German politician (b. 1922)

• July 12 Goran Hadžić

  Serbian politician (b. 1958)

• July 19 Garry Marshall

  American actor, director, and producer who significantly influenced television and film comedy

• July 21 Dennis Green

  Renowned American football coach and player who had a significant career in the NFL, most notably as head coach of the Minnesota Vikings and Arizona Cardinals. He was known for his passionate coaching style and memorable 'playoffs?!' rant.

• July 24 Marni Nixon

  Renowned American soprano known as the 'Ghostess Supremest' for dubbing singing voices for leading actresses in classic musicals like West Side Story and The King and I.

• July 25 Tim LaHaye

  Prominent American evangelical minister, author of the bestselling 'Left Behind' book series, and influential Christian conservative activist.

• July 25 Tom Peterson

  American television personality (b. 1930)

• July 27 Einojuhani Rautavaara

  Renowned Finnish composer known for his innovative and mystical musical compositions, particularly in contemporary classical music. He was a significant figure in 20th-century Nordic musical landscape, composing across multiple styles including neo-romantic and avant-garde.

• July 27 James Alan McPherson

  Pulitzer Prize-winning American short story writer and essayist known for his insightful works exploring race and social dynamics in the United States.

• July 27 Jerry Doyle

  American actor and talk show host (b. 1956)

• July 28 Émile Derlin Zinsou

  Beninese politician (b. 1918)

• July 28 Mahasweta Devi

  Indian bengali fiction writer and socio-political activist (b. 1926)

• July 30 Gloria DeHaven

  Versatile Hollywood actress and performer who appeared in numerous musicals and films during the Golden Age of cinema, known for her vibrant performances and musical talents.

• July 31 Seymour Papert

  Pioneering mathematician and computer scientist who co-created the Logo programming language, significantly contributing to educational technology and artificial intelligence.

• July 31 Chiyonofuji Mitsugu

  Chiyonofuji Mitsugu was a legendary Japanese sumo wrestler who became the 58th yokozuna (grand champion) and was one of the most dominant wrestlers of his era.