Famous people and celebrities who died on July 5

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on July 5. 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.

• 1927 Albrecht Kossel

  MED - German physician and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1853)

• 1943 Karin Swanström

  Swedish actress, director, and producer (b. 1873)

• 1948 Carole Landis

  Carole Landis was a prominent Hollywood actress and pin-up model during World War II, known for her roles in comedies and dramas, who tragically died by suicide at age 29.

• 1950 Salvatore Giuliano

  Legendary Sicilian bandit who became a folk hero, inspiring Mario Puzo's novel 'The Sicilian' and symbolizing resistance against authority.

• 1965 Porfirio Rubirosa

  Charismatic Dominican diplomat, playboy, and international socialite known for his jet-setting lifestyle, multiple marriages to wealthy heiresses, and passion for racing cars.

• 1966 George de Hevesy

  CHE - Hungarian-german chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1885)

• 1983 Harry James

  Legendary swing-era bandleader and virtuoso trumpet player who was a major influence in American popular music during the 1930s and 1940s.

• 1991 Mildred Dunnock

  Renowned American stage and film actress known for her powerful performances in theater and memorable roles in classic movies like 'Death of a Salesman'.

• 1991 Howard Nemerov

  Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and novelist, serving as the third United States Poet Laureate, known for works like 'Blue Swallows'.

• 1995 Jüri Järvet

  Renowned Estonian actor and screenwriter who made significant contributions to Baltic cinema during the Soviet era.

• 1998 Sid Luckman

  Legendary American football quarterback who played for the Chicago Bears and was a key figure in the development of modern passing strategies during the 1940s.

• 2002 Ted Williams

  Ted Williams was a legendary American baseball player for the Boston Red Sox, renowned for his exceptional batting skills and military service as a Marine pilot during World War II. He was a three-time Most Valuable Player and later became a successful manager with the Washington Senators.

• 2002 Katy Jurado

  Katy Jurado was a pioneering Mexican actress who became the first Latin American actress to win a Golden Globe Award. She gained international recognition for her powerful performances in classic Western films, breaking stereotypes and paving the way for future Hispanic actors in Hollywood.

• 2004 Rodger Ward

  Renowned American race car driver and sportscaster who competed professionally and became a notable figure in motorsports during the mid-20th century.

• 2004 Hugh Shearer

  Prominent Jamaican politician who served as the 3rd Prime Minister of Jamaica, playing a crucial role in the country's post-independence political development.

• 2005 James Stockdale

  Renowned American naval aviator and Medal of Honor recipient who was a prisoner of war in Vietnam and later became a respected military leader and philosopher.

• 2006 Kenneth Lay

  Founder and CEO of Enron, a company involved in one of the most significant corporate fraud scandals in American business history. His actions led to the collapse of Enron and massive financial losses for employees and shareholders.

• 2006 Gert Fredriksson

  Swedish kayaker who won multiple Olympic gold medals in 1948, 1952, and 1956, establishing himself as one of the most successful Olympic kayakers of his era.

• 2007 Kerwin Mathews

  Kerwin Mathews was an American actor famous for his heroic roles in fantasy adventure films, particularly 'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad' (1958), where he pioneered groundbreaking special effects interactions.

• 2007 Régine Crespin

  Régine Crespin was a renowned French opera soprano celebrated for her exceptional Wagner performances and her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in 1962. She was known for her warm voice and captivating stage presence.

• 2007 George Melly

  Eccentric British jazz musician, writer, and cultural personality known for his vibrant performances, humorous autobiographies, and significant contributions to British jazz and counterculture.

• 2011 Cy Twombly

  Renowned American-Italian contemporary artist known for his large-scale, calligraphic paintings that blur the lines between drawing and writing. His abstract expressionist works are celebrated in major museums worldwide.

• 2011 Armen Gilliam

  Professional basketball player nicknamed 'The Hammer', who played for multiple NBA teams and later transitioned to coaching.

• 2012 Gerrit Komrij

  Prominent Dutch poet, writer, and translator who made significant contributions to Dutch literature.

• 2014 Hans-Ulrich Wehler

  Prominent German historian known for his critical social history approach and significant contributions to understanding modern German historical developments.

• 2015 Yoichiro Nambu

  PHY - Japanese-american physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 2015)

• 2021 Raffaella Carrà

  Raffaella Carrà was a legendary Italian television presenter, singer, and dancer who revolutionized Italian entertainment with her charismatic performances and iconic style, becoming a cultural symbol of the 1970s and 1980s.

• 2021 Richard Donner

  Prominent American film director known for directing blockbuster movies like 'Superman', 'The Goonies', and 'Lethal Weapon'.

• 2024 Bengt I. Samuelsson

  Nobel Prize laureate for their discoveries concerning prostaglandins and related biologically active substances