Famous people and celebrities who died in January 2022

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in January 2022. 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 Malene Schwartz

  Danish actress known for her significant contributions to television and film, who passed away in 2022.

• Jan. 2 Richard Leakey

  Kenyan paleontologist and politician (b. 1944)

• Jan. 5 Kim Mi-soo

  South korean actress and model (b. 1992)

• Jan. 6 Sidney Poitier

  Groundbreaking African American actor who broke racial barriers in Hollywood, winning an Oscar for Best Actor and starring in landmark films that challenged racial stereotypes.

• Jan. 6 Peter Bogdanovich

  Renowned American film director who rose to prominence with his critically acclaimed film 'The Last Picture Show' in 1971. Known for his innovative filmmaking style and personal controversies, he was a significant figure in the New Hollywood era of cinema.

• Jan. 6 Francisco Sionil Jose

  Philippine novelist (b.1924)

• Jan. 8 Michael Lang

  Legendary music producer and concert promoter, best known for co-creating and organizing the iconic Woodstock Music Festival in 1969.

• Jan. 9 Bob Saget

  American comedian, actor, and television host (b. 1956)

• Jan. 10 Robert Durst

  Infamous American real estate heir who became notorious for murder and was the subject of the HBO documentary series 'The Jinx'. He was convicted of murder and had a complex legal history involving multiple suspicious deaths.

• Jan. 10 Joyce Eliason

  American television personality (b. 1934)

• Jan. 12 Ronnie Spector

  Iconic lead singer of The Ronettes, known for her distinctive voice and pioneering role in 1960s pop and rock music. She was a key figure in the Wall of Sound era and influenced many future musicians.

• Jan. 15 Alexa McDonough

  First female politician to lead a major provincial political party in canada, former leader of the federal new democratic party. (b. 1944)

• Jan. 16 Ibrahim Boubacar Keita

  Former malian president (b. 1945)

• Jan. 17 Birju Maharaj

  Legendary Indian classical dancer and artist, renowned worldwide for his mastery of Kathak dance and significant contributions to Indian performing arts.

• Jan. 18 Francisco Gento

  Francisco Gento was a legendary Spanish soccer player who played for Real Madrid, winning an unprecedented 6 European Cups and becoming one of the most successful left-wingers in football history.

• Jan. 18 Yvette Mimieux

  American actress known for her roles in science fiction and adventure films of the 1960s and 1970s. She starred in classic movies like 'The Time Machine' (1960) and 'The Black Hole', establishing herself as a prominent actress of her era.

• Jan. 18 André Leon Talley

  American fashion journalist (b. 1948)

• Jan. 20 Meat Loaf

  Iconic rock singer known for his theatrical performances and epic album 'Bat Out of Hell'. A larger-than-life performer who blended rock opera with passionate storytelling and incredible vocal range.

• Jan. 21 Louie Anderson

  Louie Anderson was an Emmy Award-winning comedian, actor, and creator of the animated series 'Life with Louie'. He was known for his observational humor and heartfelt performances.

• Jan. 22 Nhat Hanh

  Renowned Vietnamese Buddhist monk and peace activist who significantly influenced global mindfulness practices and teachings on meditation and compassion.

• Jan. 30 Cheslie Kryst

  American television presenter and model (b. 1991)