Famous people and celebrities who died on April 9

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on April 9. On this day, we honor the lives and legacies of notable figures from various fields who left an indelible mark on the world. Explore our list to learn about their remarkable contributions and celebrate their enduring impact.

• 1626 Francis Bacon

  British statesman, philosopher, writer, lawyer, and jurist. his essays are among the best ever written. in 1583, he became a lawyer and was elected to office under queen elizabeth i. bacon became later a member of parliament. he was accused of accepting bribes in 1621 and was fined 40,000 pounds.

• 1904 Isabella II

  Isabella ii of spain (d. 1904)

• 1945 Dietrich Bonhoeffer

  A prominent German theologian and Lutheran pastor who actively resisted the Nazi regime. He was a key figure in the Confessing Church movement and was executed by the Nazis for his role in a plot to assassinate Hitler.

• 1945 Hans von Dohnányi

  German jurist and prominent resistance member who actively opposed the Nazi regime, ultimately executed for his involvement in the July 20 plot to assassinate Hitler.

• 1948 Jorge Eliécer Gaitán

  Prominent Colombian political leader and lawyer who served as the 16th Minister of National Education, assassinated in 1948 which triggered significant political upheaval in Colombia.

• 1959 Frank Lloyd Wright

  Renowned architect known for his innovative designs like Fallingwater and the Guggenheim Museum.

• 1963 Eddie Edwards

  Eddie 'The Eagle' Edwards was a British ski jumper who became famous for his underdog story at the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary, representing Great Britain despite his limited athletic abilities.

• 1976 Phil Ochs

  Influential American folk singer and songwriter known for his protest music during the 1960s counterculture movement. He was a prominent voice in the anti-war movement and wrote powerful songs critiquing social and political issues.

• 1988 Brook Benton

  Singer (just a matter of time) dies from meningitis in her 56th year.

• 1988 Dave Prater

  Soul singer of the legendary duo Sam & Dave, who tragically died in a car crash at the age of 50.

• 1991 Maurice Binder

  Legendary graphic designer who created iconic title sequences for James Bond films from Dr. No (1962) to Licence to Kill (1989).

• 1993 Joseph B. Soloveitchik

  Prominent Orthodox Jewish rabbi, philosopher, and theologian who significantly influenced modern Jewish thought. He was a leading Talmudic scholar and intellectual leader of Modern Orthodox Judaism.

• 1994 Marcel Ichac

  Pioneering French alpinist, explorer, and filmmaker who made significant contributions to cinema technology, including the first use of electronic music in film and the first French Cinemascope movie.

• 1995 John Chamberlain

  John Chamberlain was an influential American journalist and author who contributed to various publications, providing insights and commentary on contemporary issues.

• 1996 Richard Condon

  Renowned American author and screenwriter known for political thrillers, including the famous novel 'The Manchurian Candidate'.

• 1997 Helene Hanff

  Helene Hanff was a renowned American writer best known for her book '84, Charing Cross Road', which chronicled her decades-long correspondence with a London bookshop. Her witty and charming memoir became a beloved literary work and was later adapted into a successful film.

• 2000 Tony Cliff

  Prominent Trotskyist activist and intellectual who founded the Socialist Workers Party, significantly influencing left-wing political thought in the 20th century.

• 2001 Willie Stargell

  Legendary Pittsburgh Pirates baseball player, known for his powerful hitting and leadership, who was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1988.

• 2005 Andrea Dworkin

  Prominent American radical feminist, author, and activist who fought against pornography and advocated for women's rights during the 1970s and 1980s. Born to Holocaust survivor Jewish immigrants, she was a significant voice in feminist theory and social criticism.

• 2011 Sidney Lumet

  Renowned American film director, known for critically acclaimed movies like '12 Angry Men', 'Dog Day Afternoon', and 'Network'. He was a significant figure in New Hollywood cinema and received multiple Academy Award nominations.

• 2013 Paolo Soleri

  Visionary Italian architect known for developing the concept of arcology, which integrates architecture and ecology to create sustainable, compact urban environments.

• 2015 Margaret Rule

  Prominent English historian and archaeologist known for significant contributions to archaeological research and preservation of historical knowledge.

• 2016 Will Smith

  American actor, producer and rapper. he has had success in music, film, television and movies. newsweek called smith "the most powerful actor of hollywood" in april 2007. smith has received five golden globe awards nominations, two academy awards nominations, and four grammy awards.

• 2019 Charles Van Doren

  American writer and editor known for his controversial involvement in the 1950s quiz show scandal, which significantly impacted television entertainment ethics.

• 2021 Philip Mountbatten

  Prince consort of the United Kingdom, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, who served in the Royal Navy and was known for his royal duties and philanthropic work.

• 2021 DMX

  Influential American rapper and actor known for his raw, intense musical style and film roles.

• 2021 Ramsey Clark

  Prominent American lawyer and former United States Attorney General, known for his civil rights advocacy and progressive legal work.

• 2023 Karl Berger

  Karl Berger is a renowned German-American jazz pianist, composer, and vibraphonist who significantly contributed to the free jazz and creative music movements.