Famous people and celebrities who died in September 2021

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

• Sept. 2 Siddharth Shukla

  Popular Indian television actor and reality TV star who won Bigg Boss 13 and was known for his charismatic performances in TV series.

• Sept. 2 Mikis Theodorakis

  Mikis Theodorakis was a renowned Greek composer who significantly influenced modern Greek music and international cinema, creating iconic scores for films like 'Zorba the Greek' and 'Serpico'.

• Sept. 4 Willard Scott

  Willard Scott was a beloved American television personality best known for his long-running weather segments on NBC's Today Show and for creating the iconic Ronald McDonald character.

• Sept. 4 Tunch Ilkin

  Turkish-american football player (b. 1957)

• Sept. 5 Sarah Harding

  Sarah Harding was a prominent British pop singer, best known as a member of the highly successful girl group Girls Aloud. She was a key figure in the UK pop music scene during the early 2000s and later pursued acting and television appearances.

• Sept. 6 Jean-Paul Belmondo

  Iconic French actor who revolutionized cinema in the late 1950s, known for his rugged charm and versatile performances in both avant-garde and action films.

• Sept. 6 Michael K. Williams

  Acclaimed American actor known for groundbreaking roles in 'The Wire' and 'Boardwalk Empire', who tragically passed away in 2021.

• Sept. 10 Jorge Sampaio

  Portuguese politician who served as the 18th President of Portugal from 1996 to 2006, known for his commitment to human rights and international diplomacy.

• Sept. 11 Abimael Guzmán

  Peruvian philosopher and leader of the Shining Path, a radical Maoist guerrilla organization responsible for significant political violence in Peru during the 1980s and 1990s. He was a key figure in Peru's internal conflict and was captured in 1992, subsequently sentenced to life imprisonment.

• Sept. 14 Norm Macdonald

  Legendary Canadian comedian, actor, and writer known for his unique comedic style and work on Saturday Night Live.

• Sept. 15 Lou Angotti

  Canadian ice hockey player and coach (b. 1938)

• Sept. 16 Jane Powell

  Iconic MGM musical star of the 1940s and 1950s, known for her petite stature and remarkable soprano voice. She was a prominent actress and singer who appeared in numerous Hollywood musicals during the golden age of cinema.

• Sept. 16 Clive Sinclair

  Pioneering British inventor and entrepreneur who founded Sinclair Research, known for developing early personal computers like the ZX Spectrum and revolutionary electronic devices.

• Sept. 17 Abdelaziz Bouteflika

  Prominent Algerian politician who served as the 5th President of Algeria from 1999 to 2019, playing a significant role in the country's political landscape during a complex period of national history.

• Sept. 18 Chris Anker Sørensen

  Danish professional road bicycle racer who tragically died in a road accident in 2021 while working as a TV commentator.

• Sept. 18 Jolidee Matongo

  South african politician, 97th mayor of johannesburg (b. 1975)

• Sept. 19 Jimmy Greaves

  Legendary English footballer who played for Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea, known for his exceptional goal-scoring ability and later became a popular television personality and pundit.

• Sept. 19 Dinky Soliman

  Filipino politician, 23rd secretary of social welfare and development (b. 1953)

• Sept. 19 John Challis

  English actor (b. 1942)

• Sept. 23 Nino Vaccarella

  Renowned Italian racing driver who competed in Formula One and sports car racing, known for his success in the Targa Florio and other prestigious motorsport events.

• Sept. 30 Koichi Sugiyama

  Legendary Japanese video game music composer best known for creating iconic soundtracks for the Dragon Quest series. He revolutionized game music by treating it with the same artistic seriousness as classical compositions.