Famous people and celebrities who died on July 23

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on July 23. 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.

• 1885 Ulysses Grant

  American politician and u.s. president, he was inaugurated on 3/04/1869. he was a union general and played an important role in the civil war, when lincoln put him in command over all u.s. armies. on 4/09/1865, he received general lee's surrender.

• 1909 Zygmunt Noskowski

  A Polish composer, conductor, and teacher who was one of the most prominent figures in Polish music in the late 19th century.

• 1916 William Ramsay

  Scottish chemist who discovered noble gases. he was awarded the nobel prize in chemistry in 1904 for his "services in the discovery of inert gaseous element in air" (alongside lord rayleigh, his collaborator who won the nobel prize in physics in physics in the same year for discovering argon). ramsay began to study other atmospheric gases after the men had …

• 1951 Philippe Pétain

  French statesman, military leader, and premier of the vichy government in ww i. he was also a collaborator with the nazis.

• 1955 Cordell Hull

  PEA - American captain, lawyer, and politician, 47th united states secretary of state, nobel prize laureate (b. 1871)

• 1968 Henry Hallett Dale

  MED - English pharmacologist and physiologist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1875)

• 1971 Van Heflin

  American film actor known for notable roles in 'The Great Adventure' and 'Madame Bovary', who won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1943.

• 1979 Keith Godchaux

  Keyboardist for the legendary rock band Grateful Dead, known for his significant contribution to their unique sound during the 1970s. Tragically died in a car accident at the young age of 32.

• 1980 Sarto Fournier

  Sarto Fournier was a prominent Canadian lawyer and politician who served as the 38th mayor of Montreal from 1957 to 1960. He played a significant role in the city's political landscape during the mid-20th century.

• 1982 Vic Morrow

  Prominent American actor tragically killed in a helicopter accident during the filming of 'Twilight Zone: The Movie' in 1982, which also resulted in the deaths of two child actors.

• 1990 Georges Flamant

  French actor known for his role in the film 'La Chienne', a notable figure in early 20th-century French cinema who had a long career spanning several decades.

• 1992 Maxine Audley

  At 69, a british actress (vikings: our man in havana) dies.

• 1993 Duke Jordan

  Renowned jazz pianist and composer known for his significant contributions to bebop and hard bop styles during the mid-20th century.

• 1996 Aliki Vougiouklaki

  Prominent Greek actress and singer who was a major star in Greek cinema during the 1950s and 1960s, known for her comedic roles and significant cultural impact.

• 1997 Andrew Cunanan

  Notorious serial killer who murdered fashion designer Gianni Versace in 1997, becoming infamous for a series of high-profile killings before taking his own life.

• 2000 Ahmad Shamlou

  Prominent Iranian poet who revolutionized modern Persian poetry through his innovative free verse style and significant contributions to contemporary literature.

• 2001 Eudora Welty

  Pulitzer Prize-winning author who masterfully captured the essence of Southern life through her novels and short stories. Her works, including 'The Optimist's Daughter', are celebrated for their deep psychological insights and rich regional portrayal.

• 2002 Leo McKern

  Renowned Australian-English actor known for his distinctive voice and powerful performances in film and television, including roles in 'Rumpole of the Bailey' and 'Help!'.

• 2004 Serge Reggiani

  Renowned Italian-French singer and actor who had a significant career in music and cinema during the mid-20th century.

• 2004 Piero Piccioni

  Renowned Italian film composer and musician who created soundtracks for numerous classic Italian cinema works, particularly in the 1960s and 1970s.

• 2007 Ernst Otto Fischer

  Nobel Prize laureate for their pioneering work, performed independently, on the chemistry of the organometallic, so called sandwich compounds

• 2009 E. Lynn Harris

  E. Lynn Harris was a pioneering African American novelist known for his groundbreaking works exploring sexuality, race, and identity in the Black community. He wrote bestselling novels that addressed the experiences of Black gay men and became a significant voice in contemporary literature.

• 2010 Daniel Schorr

  Daniel Schorr was a renowned American journalist who worked for major news networks like CBS News, CNN, and National Public Radio, known for his investigative reporting and commentary.

• 2011 Amy Winehouse

  Iconic British singer-songwriter known for her distinctive soul and jazz-influenced music, who tragically died at 27 from alcohol poisoning. Her album 'Back to Black' made her a global sensation and won multiple Grammy Awards. She was a significant cultural figure who influenced modern music despite her personal struggles.

• 2012 Sally Ride

  Pioneering American astronaut who became the first US woman in space, flying aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger in 1983. She was a trailblazer in aerospace and inspired generations of women in science and technology.

• 2012 Lakshmi Sahgal

  A prominent Indian independence activist who fought against British colonial rule, Lakshmi Sahgal was a key member of the Indian National Army and a pioneering woman leader in India's freedom struggle. She was also a medical professional and a strong advocate for women's rights.

• 2014 Dora Bryan

  Renowned English actress and comedienne who also ran a successful restaurant. She was a popular television and film performer known for her versatility and comedic timing.

• 2014 Ariano Suassuna

  Prominent Brazilian playwright, novelist, and poet who was a key figure in Brazilian modernist literature and culture.