Famous people and celebrities who died on January 31

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on January 31. 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.

• 1606 Guy Fawkes

  Guy Fawkes was a member of the Gunpowder Plot, a failed conspiracy to blow up the English Parliament.

• 1933 John Galsworthy

  LIT - English novelist and playwright, nobel prize laureate (b. 1867)

• 1945 Eddie Slovik

  US Army soldier who became the first American soldier executed for desertion since the Civil War, a controversial case that highlighted the harsh military justice system during World War II.

• 1954 Florence Bates

  Actress (kismet. i remember mama), who dies at 65

• 1955 John Raleigh Mott

  Nobel Prize laureate for his contribution to the creation of a peace-promoting religious brotherhood across national boundaries

• 1955 John Mott

  PEA - American activist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1865)

• 1967 Eddie Tolan

  Eddie Tolan was an African American Olympic sprinter who won gold medals in the 100m and 200m at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics, becoming a pioneering athlete in track and field.

• 1973 Ragnar Frisch

  ECO - Norwegian economist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1895)

• 1976 Ernesto Miranda

  Landmark legal figure whose Supreme Court case established the Miranda rights, protecting criminal suspects' constitutional rights during police interrogation.

• 1985 Tatsuzō Ishikawa

  Japanese author (b. 1905)

• 1987 Yves Allégret

  Prominent French film director known for his film noir works and for being the first husband of actress Simone Signoret.

• 1992 Mel Hein

  Hall of Fame NFL player who played center for the New York Giants, known for his exceptional durability and skill.

• 2000 Gil Kane

  Renowned comic book artist and illustrator who significantly influenced the Silver Age of American comics, creating iconic characters and innovative visual storytelling techniques.

• 2001 Gordon R. Dickson

  Acclaimed science fiction author known for his innovative storytelling and significant contributions to the genre, particularly in space opera and military science fiction.

• 2002 Gabby Gabreski

  Francis 'Gabby' Gabreski was a renowned American fighter pilot and World War II hero, credited with being one of the top American fighter aces in the European Theater of Operations.

• 2004 Eleanor Holm

  Eleanor Holm was an accomplished American swimmer and actress who won a gold medal in the 1932 Olympics and later transitioned to entertainment.

• 2006 Moira Shearer

  A renowned Scottish ballerina and actress, Moira Shearer was a principal dancer with Sadler's Wells Ballet and gained international fame through her iconic role in the film 'The Red Shoes'.

• 2007 Molly Ivins

  Prominent American journalist and political commentator known for her sharp, satirical writing about Texas politics and culture. She was a nationally syndicated columnist who fearlessly critiqued political hypocrisy.

• 2007 Adelaide Tambo

  Prominent South African anti-apartheid activist and politician who played a crucial role in the struggle against racial segregation and for human rights.

• 2011 Mark Ryan

  English guitarist and playwright (b. 1959)

• 2012 Dorothea Tanning

  Renowned surrealist artist who was a pivotal figure in the 20th-century art movement, known for her innovative paintings, sculptures, and writings that challenged traditional artistic boundaries.

• 2012 Anthony Bevilacqua

  American cardinal (b. 1923)

• 2013 Rubén Bonifaz Nuño

  Renowned Mexican poet, scholar, and academic who was a distinguished member of Mexico's Academy of Language.

• 2014 Christopher Jones

  American actor known for his roles in counterculture films of the 1960s, particularly in 'Wild in the Streets'.

• 2014 Miklós Jancsó

  Miklós Jancsó was a renowned Hungarian film director celebrated for his unique cinematographic style and profound political narratives, significantly influencing European art cinema during the 20th century.

• 2015 Lizabeth Scott

  Prominent Hollywood film noir actress known for her roles in classic movies like 'Dark City' and 'Desert Fury' during the 1940s and 1950s. She was a distinctive femme fatale figure in American cinema.

• 2015 Richard von Weizsäcker

  German politician who served as the 6th President of Germany from 1984 to 1994, known for his significant role in German reunification and reconciliation.

• 2015 Udo Lattek

  Legendary German football manager who coached Bayern Munich and the German national team, winning multiple European and domestic titles.

• 2016 Terry Wogan

  Terry Wogan was a beloved Irish radio and television broadcaster who became a national icon in the UK and Ireland, known for his witty and charming presenting style.