Famous people and celebrities who died in October 2020

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in October 2020. 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 Clark Middleton

  American actor (b. 1957)

• Oct. 4 Kenzō Takada

  Japanese-french fashion designer (b. 1939)

• Oct. 6 Eddie Van Halen

  Eddie Van Halen was a legendary Dutch-American guitarist and co-founder of the iconic rock band Van Halen, revolutionizing rock guitar playing with his innovative techniques and electrifying performances. Together with his brother Alex, David Lee Roth, and Michael Anthony, he transformed the rock music landscape in the late 1970s and 1980s. He is widely considered one of the most influential …

• Oct. 6 Johnny Nash

  American singer-songwriter (d. 2020)

• Oct. 7 Mario Molina

  Mexican chemist who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his groundbreaking research on ozone layer depletion, significantly contributing to global environmental understanding.

• Oct. 8 Whitey Ford

  Legendary New York Yankees pitcher known as 'The Chairman of the Board', who is considered one of the greatest left-handed pitchers in baseball history.

• Oct. 12 Conchata Ferrell

  Well-known American actress famous for her roles in TV series like Two and a Half Men and L.A. Law, where she played memorable supporting characters.

• Oct. 12 Roberta McCain

  Mother of US Senator John McCain, known for her strong personality and support of her son's political career. She was a prominent socialite and philanthropist.

• Oct. 20 James Randi

  Renowned Canadian-American magician, scientific skeptic, and founder of the James Randi Educational Foundation, famous for debunking pseudoscientific and paranormal claims.

• Oct. 21 Frank Bough

  Prominent English journalist and television presenter known for his work on BBC's Breakfast Time and other popular programs.

• Oct. 25 Lee Kun-hee

  Visionary business leader who transformed Samsung from a small trading company to a global technology powerhouse, significantly impacting the world's electronics industry.

• Oct. 29 Angelika Amon

  Renowned cell biologist and cancer researcher who made significant contributions to understanding cell division and chromosome segregation. Her groundbreaking work advanced scientific understanding of cellular mechanisms and cancer development.

• Oct. 30 Herb Adderley

  Hall of Fame cornerback who won multiple Super Bowls with the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys, considered one of the greatest defensive backs in NFL history.

• Oct. 30 Robert Fisk

  Renowned British journalist who spent decades reporting on conflicts in the Middle East, particularly known for his critical and independent reporting from war zones like Lebanon, Iraq, and Syria. He was a highly respected foreign correspondent for The Independent newspaper and authored several influential books on Middle Eastern politics.

• Oct. 31 Sean Connery

  Legendary Scottish actor best known for playing James Bond, who won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 'The Untouchables' and starred in over 50 films throughout his illustrious career.

• Oct. 31 MF Doom

  MF Doom was a legendary underground hip-hop artist known for his complex lyrics, innovative production, and mysterious persona, always performing in a metal mask.