Famous people and celebrities who died in January 2021

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in January 2021. 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

• Jan. 1 Floyd Little

  Floyd Little was a legendary NFL running back for the Denver Broncos and a Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, known for his exceptional skills and contributions to the sport.

• Jan. 1 Carlos do Carmo

  Portuguese fado singer (b. 1939)

• Jan. 3 Eric Jerome Dickey

  American author (b. 1961)

• Jan. 4 Tanya Roberts

  Tanya Roberts was an American actress known for her roles in Charlie's Angels, That '70s Show, and the James Bond film A View to a Kill. She was a prominent television and film actress during the 1970s and 1980s.

• Jan. 4 Martinus J.G. Veltman

  Nobel Prize laureate for elucidating the quantum structure of electroweak interactions in physics

• Jan. 5 Colin Bell

  Legendary English footballer known as 'The Wizard of the Dribble', who played for Manchester City and was a key player in their most successful period.

• Jan. 5 John Georgiadis

  English violinist and composer (b. 1939)

• Jan. 7 Tommy Lasorda

  Legendary baseball manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers who led the team to two World Series championships and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1997.

• Jan. 7 Neil Sheehan

  Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist renowned for his groundbreaking reporting on the Vietnam War, particularly his work on the Pentagon Papers. He was a key figure in exposing the complexities and controversies of the conflict through his investigative journalism.

• Jan. 7 Michael Apted

  Renowned British film director known for documentaries like the 'Up' series and feature films such as 'Coal Miner's Daughter' and 'Gorillas in the Mist'.

• Jan. 7 Henri Schwery

  Swiss cardinal (b. 1932)

• Jan. 8 Iancu Țucărman

  Romanian Holocaust survivor who documented and shared his experiences of surviving Nazi persecution during World War II, providing crucial historical testimony.

• Jan. 9 John Reilly

  American actor (b. 1934)

• Jan. 11 Sheldon Adelson

  Sheldon Adelson was a prominent American business magnate, casino owner, and philanthropist who founded Las Vegas Sands Corporation and became one of the world's wealthiest individuals.

• Jan. 14 Joel Robert

  Joel Robert was a legendary Belgian motocross racer who dominated the sport by winning six FIM Motocross World Championships, establishing himself as one of the most successful riders in the history of the discipline.

• Jan. 16 Phil Spector

  Legendary music producer who pioneered the 'Wall of Sound' recording technique and worked with iconic artists like The Ronettes and The Beatles. He was a significant figure in 1960s pop music who later became infamous for his criminal conviction in a murder case.

• Jan. 16 Chris Cramer

  British journalist (b.1948)

• Jan. 17 Rasheed Naz

  Pakistani film and television actor (b. 1948)

• Jan. 20 Mira Furlan

  Mira Furlan was a renowned Croatian-American actress best known for her iconic roles in science fiction series 'Babylon 5' and 'Lost', where she portrayed memorable characters that left a lasting impact on television.

• Jan. 20 Sibusiso Moyo

  Zimbabwean politician, army general (b. 1960)

• Jan. 22 Hank Aaron

  Legendary African American baseball player who broke Babe Ruth's home run record and became a symbol of racial progress in sports. He played most of his career with the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves, enduring significant racial discrimination while becoming one of baseball's greatest players.

• Jan. 23 Hal Holbrook

  Renowned American actor with a distinguished career spanning stage and screen, known for iconic roles in films like 'All the President's Men' and his acclaimed Mark Twain one-man show. He won multiple Emmy Awards and was a respected theater performer.

• Jan. 23 Larry King

  Legendary American television and radio host known for his iconic CNN talk show 'Larry King Live', which aired from 1985 to 2010 and reached millions of viewers globally. He interviewed thousands of celebrities, politicians, and notable figures during his long broadcasting career. King was a pivotal media personality who shaped television journalism in the late 20th century.

• Jan. 23 Song Yoo-jung

  South korean actress and model (b. 1994)

• Jan. 27 Cloris Leachman

  Acclaimed American actress known for her iconic role in 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' and her Oscar-winning performance in 'The Last Picture Show'. She was a versatile talent with multiple Emmy Awards and a significant impact on television and film.

• Jan. 27 Nunuk Nuraini

  Indonesian food scientist (b. 1961)

• Jan. 28 Cicely Tyson

  Pioneering African American actress who broke racial barriers in film and television, winning numerous awards for her powerful performances in movies like 'Roots' and 'The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman'.

• Jan. 28 Paul J. Crutzen

  Nobel Prize laureate for their work in atmospheric chemistry, particularly concerning the formation and decomposition of ozone

• Jan. 30 Sophie

  Scottish musician (b. 1986)