Famous people and celebrities who died in July 2021

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

• July 1 Louis Andriessen

  Renowned Dutch composer and pianist who was a significant figure in contemporary classical music, known for innovative and experimental works.

• July 4 Harmoko

  Indonesian politician, former parliament speaker and government minister (b. 1939)

• July 5 Raffaella Carrà

  Raffaella Carrà was a legendary Italian television presenter, singer, and dancer who revolutionized Italian entertainment with her charismatic performances and iconic style, becoming a cultural symbol of the 1970s and 1980s.

• July 5 Richard Donner

  Prominent American film director known for directing blockbuster movies like 'Superman', 'The Goonies', and 'Lethal Weapon'.

• July 7 Dilip Kumar

  Legendary Bollywood actor known as the 'Tragedy King' who significantly influenced Indian cinema during its golden era and won numerous awards.

• July 7 Jovenel Moïse

  Haitian entrepreneur and politician, president of haiti (b. 1968)

• July 11 Renée Simonot

  French actress (b. 1911)

• July 15 Peter R. de Vries

  Peter R. de Vries was a renowned Dutch investigative journalist and crime reporter who was tragically assassinated in 2021 after years of exposing criminal networks.

• July 16 Biz Markie

  American rapper (b. 1964)

• July 26 Joey Jordison

  Joey Jordison was a legendary drummer and founding member of the iconic heavy metal band Slipknot, known for his extraordinary technical skill and influential role in the nu-metal scene.

• July 28 Dusty Hill

  American musician (b. 1949)

• July 30 Shona Ferguson

  Botswana-born, south african actor and executive producer (b. 1974)