Famous people and celebrities who died on January 6

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on January 6. 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.

• 1840 Fanny Burney

  English novelist known for her novels such as 'Evelina' and 'Cecilia'.

• 1919 Theodore Roosevelt Jr.

  Nobel Prize laureate for his role in bringing to an end the bloody war recently waged between two of the world's great powers, Japan and Russia

• 1945 Edith Frank

  Mother of Anne Frank, the famous Jewish diarist who documented her family's experiences during the Holocaust. She tragically died in Auschwitz concentration camp.

• 1972 Chen Yi

  Prominent Chinese Communist military leader and politician who served as the second Foreign Minister of the People's Republic of China.

• 1990 Ian Charleson

  Ian Charleson was a Scottish actor renowned for his powerful performance in the Oscar-winning film 'Chariots of Fire', which significantly defined his acting career.

• 1990 Pavel Alekseyevich Cherenkov

  Nobel Prize laureate for the discovery and the interpretation of the Cherenkov effect

• 1990 Pavel Cherenkov

  PHY - Russian physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1904)

• 1993 Dizzy Gillespie

  Legendary jazz trumpeter and bandleader who was a key innovator of bebop and Afro-Cuban jazz. He significantly influenced 20th-century jazz music and was known for his distinctive bent trumpet and puffed cheeks while playing.

• 1993 Rudolph Nureyev

  Legendary Russian ballet dancer renowned for his extraordinary technique and global impact. He defected from the Soviet Union to the West and became a principal dancer, forming an iconic partnership with Margot Fonteyn. He was a pivotal figure in 20th-century dance who tragically died from AIDS in 1993.

• 1995 Joe Slovo

  Prominent South African anti-apartheid activist, politician, and leader of the South African Communist Party during the struggle against racial segregation.

• 1996 Duane Hanson

  Renowned American sculptor famous for hyperrealistic life-sized sculptures depicting ordinary people in everyday situations. His groundbreaking work challenged traditional art perceptions by capturing mundane human experiences with extraordinary detail and realism.

• 1999 Michel Petrucciani

  Renowned French jazz pianist and composer who overcame physical challenges to become a celebrated musician, collaborating with jazz legends and winning multiple prestigious awards.

• 2000 Don Martin

  Renowned American cartoonist famous for his distinctive style in MAD Magazine.

• 2004 Francesco Scavullo

  Francesco Scavullo was a renowned American fashion photographer who significantly influenced the visual aesthetics of fashion and celebrity photography in the 20th century. He was famous for his iconic magazine covers and portraits of celebrities, particularly for Cosmopolitan magazine. Scavullo's distinctive style captured the glamour and beauty of his subjects with remarkable artistic sensitivity.

• 2005 Lois Hole

  Prominent Canadian businesswoman, politician, and lieutenant governor of Alberta, known for her significant contributions to Canadian public life and gardening expertise.

• 2005 Tarquinio Provini

  Prominent Italian motorcycle racer who competed in the 1950s and 1960s, known for his success in Grand Prix motorcycle racing.

• 2006 Lou Rawls

  Grammy Award-winning American soul and jazz singer known for his smooth baritone voice and hit songs.

• 2006 Hugh Thompson

  Decorated Vietnam War helicopter pilot who played a crucial role in exposing the My Lai Massacre.

• 2009 Ron Asheton

  Ron Asheton was a pioneering punk rock guitarist and founding member of The Stooges, a highly influential proto-punk band led by Iggy Pop. He is considered a key figure in the development of punk and garage rock music.

• 2012 Bob Holness

  South African-born radio and television presenter best known for hosting the popular quiz show Blockbusters in the UK during the 1980s.

• 2013 Ruth Carter Stevenson

  Renowned American art collector who founded the Amon Carter Museum of American Art in Fort Worth, Texas, dedicated to preserving American art and culture.

• 2015 Arthur Jackson

  Scottish serial killer who confessed to multiple murders, most notably stalking and attacking actress Theresa Saldana in Hollywood in 1982.

• 2016 Silvana Pampanini

  Renowned Italian film actress and beauty queen who was a major star in 1950s Italian cinema. She won Miss Italy in 1947 and transitioned from concert singing to become a celebrated actress and sex symbol of her era.

• 2016 Pat Harrington

  Pat Harrington Jr. was an American actor and screenwriter best known for his role in the popular sitcom 'One Day at a Time'.

• 2016 Florence King

  Florence King was a renowned American writer known for her sharp, witty essays and memoirs exploring Southern culture, feminism, and social commentary. She was a respected columnist for National Review and authored several acclaimed books including 'Southern Ladies and Gentlemen'.

• 2017 Om Puri

  Critically acclaimed Indian actor who was renowned for his powerful performances in both Bollywood and international cinema, known for his versatility and depth in character roles.

• 2022 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.

• 2022 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.