Famous people and celebrities who died on April 17

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on April 17. 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.

• 1942 Jean Baptiste Perrin

  PHY - French-american physicist and chemist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1870)

• 1960 Eddie Cochran

  Influential rock and roll musician of the late 1950s known for hits like 'Summertime Blues' and 'C'mon Everybody'. He tragically died in a car accident at the young age of 21, becoming a rock and roll legend.

• 1967 Red Allen

  Henry 'Red' Allen was a prominent jazz trumpeter and bandleader from New Orleans, known for his innovative and influential style in traditional and swing jazz during the early to mid-20th century.

• 1970 Shakeel Badayuni

  Shakeel Badayuni was a prominent Indian lyricist who significantly contributed to Bollywood's golden era of music during the 1950s and 1960s. He wrote memorable songs that became timeless classics in Indian cinema. His poetic lyrics were known for their emotional depth and linguistic beauty.

• 1976 Henrik Dam

  MED - Danish biochemist and physiologist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1895)

• 1976 Henrik Carl Peter Dam

  Nobel Prize laureate for his discovery of vitamin K

• 1986 Bessie Head

  Bessie Head was a prominent South African writer who made significant contributions to African literature, addressing critical social issues through her powerful narratives about race, identity, and apartheid's impact.

• 1988 Eva Novak

  Actress (medicine man), passes away at 90 from pneumonia

• 1988 Louise Nevelson

  American abstract artist and sculptor, ukranian-born. he is a sculptor and an artist who works in many media. his love for geometric shapes together is what makes him unique. charles nevelson, her husband, had one child. she died april 17, 1988, age 90, in new york.

• 1993 Turgut Özal

  Prominent Turkish engineer and politician who served as the 8th President of Turkey from 1989 to 1993, playing a crucial role in Turkey's economic and political transformation.

• 1994 Roger Wolcott Sperry

  MED - American neuropsychologist and neurobiologist, nobel prize laureate (d. 1994)

• 1994 Roger W. Sperry

  Nobel Prize laureate for his discoveries concerning the functional specialization of the cerebral hemispheres

• 2003 Robert Atkins

  Renowned American physician and cardiologist who created the famous Atkins Diet, a globally recognized low-carbohydrate nutritional approach.

• 2003 Earl King

  Earl King was a renowned American blues musician, songwriter, and guitarist who significantly influenced the New Orleans blues and R&B scene during the mid-20th century.

• 2003 Yiannis Latsis

  Influential Greek shipping magnate who built a massive business empire and became one of the wealthiest entrepreneurs in Greece.

• 2007 Kitty Carlisle

  Renowned American entertainer known for her work in film, television, and as a long-time panelist on the popular game show 'To Tell the Truth'.

• 2008 Aimé Césaire

  Martinique-born poet and intellectual who was a key leader of the Négritude movement, focusing on African cultural identity and challenging colonial racism through literature and political activism.

• 2011 Nikos Papazoglou

  Influential Greek singer-songwriter and music producer who made significant contributions to the Greek music scene.

• 2013 Deanna Durbin

  Deanna Durbin was a renowned Hollywood actress and singer who rose to stardom as a teenager, becoming one of the most popular musical film stars of the 1930s and 1940s. She made ten successful box office films and was known for her exceptional vocal talents. After retiring from acting, she lived a private life in France with her husband.

• 2013 V. S. Ramadevi

  V. S. Ramadevi was a prominent Indian civil servant and politician who served as the 13th Governor of Karnataka. She had a distinguished career in public service, making significant contributions to governance and administration.

• 2014 Cheo Feliciano

  Legendary Puerto Rican salsa singer who significantly influenced Latin music, known for his powerful voice and iconic hits like 'Anacaona'. He was a key figure in the salsa movement of the 1970s and 1980s.

• 2014 Gabriel García Márquez

  LIT - Colombian journalist and author, nobel prize laureate (d. 2014)

• 2016 Doris Roberts

  Emmy Award-winning American actress best known for her role in the popular sitcom 'Everybody Loves Raymond'. She had a long and distinguished career in television and film spanning several decades.

• 2018 Barbara Bush

  Barbara Bush was a prominent First Lady of the United States, wife of President George H. W. Bush and mother of President George W. Bush. She was known for her advocacy of literacy and family values.

• 2018 Carl Kasell

  Legendary NPR newscaster and beloved announcer of the popular radio show 'Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!', who became a cultural icon in public radio broadcasting.

• 2019 Alan García

  Prominent Peruvian politician who served two non-consecutive presidential terms, representing the Peruvian Aprista Party and significantly influencing Peru's political landscape in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.