Famous people and celebrities who died in October 2018

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in October 2018. 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. 1 Charles Aznavour

  French-armenian singer, composer, writer, filmmaker and public figure (b. 1924)

• Oct. 2 Jamal Khashoggi

  Saudi Arabian journalist who was assassinated for his critical reporting on the Saudi government, sparking international outrage and highlighting press freedom issues.

• Oct. 3 Leon Lederman

  Renowned Nobel Prize-winning physicist who made significant contributions to particle physics, particularly in discovering the muon neutrino. He was a prominent American scientist and educator who helped advance our understanding of fundamental physics.

• Oct. 6 Scott Wilson

  Scott Wilson was a renowned American actor best known for his memorable roles in the film 'In Cold Blood' and the popular TV series 'The Walking Dead'. He had a distinguished career spanning several decades in film and television.

• Oct. 6 Montserrat Caballé

  Legendary Spanish soprano renowned for her exceptional vocal range and profound interpretations of opera, particularly famous for her collaboration with Freddie Mercury on 'Barcelona'.

• Oct. 13 Annapurna Devi

  Indian surbahar (bass sitar) player (b. 1927)

• Oct. 15 Paul Allen

  Paul Allen was a pioneering American technology entrepreneur who co-founded Microsoft with Bill Gates, playing a crucial role in the personal computer revolution. He was also a significant philanthropist and investor, supporting various scientific, technological, and cultural initiatives.

• Oct. 18 Lisbeth Palme

  Swedish child psychologist, former chairwoman of unicef (b. 1931)

• Oct. 18 Abdel Rahman Swar al-Dahab

  5th president of the sudan (b. 1934)

• Oct. 20 Wim Kok

  Prominent Dutch politician who served as Prime Minister of the Netherlands from 1994 to 2002, leading the Dutch Labour Party and playing a significant role in national politics during a transformative period.

• Oct. 21 Earl Bakken

  Medical technology pioneer who co-founded Medtronic and invented the first wearable, battery-powered pacemaker. His innovation revolutionized cardiac care and saved millions of lives.

• Oct. 23 Todd Reid

  Australian tennis player (b. 1984)

• Oct. 24 Tony Joe White

  Renowned American singer-songwriter and guitarist known for blending swamp rock, blues, and country music styles. He was a significant influence in the Southern rock genre.

• Oct. 27 Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha

  Chairman of leicester city f.c[37][38] (b. 1958)

• Oct. 28 Colin Sylvia

  Australian rules footballer (b. 1985)

• Oct. 30 Jin Yong

  Renowned Chinese wuxia novelist and journalist who founded Ming Pao newspaper and was a highly influential writer in Chinese literature. He wrote numerous martial arts novels that became cultural landmarks in Chinese-speaking regions.

• Oct. 31 Willie McCovey

  Hall of Fame baseball player for San Francisco Giants, known as 'Stretch' and 'Big Mac'. One of the most powerful left-handed hitters in MLB history.