Famous people and celebrities who died on June 5

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

• 1625 Orlando Gibbons

  English composer and organist of the late Tudor and early Jacobean periods.

• 1900 Stephen Crane

  American naturalistic fiction and poetry writer who was 22 years old when he published "the red badge of courage", a civil war novella. his subsequent stories, "the open boat and other stories", and "the monster and other stories", are considered some of the best short stories in english. he was a newspaperman who covered the spanish-american war and the turkish …

• 1910 O. Henry

  American short story writer (b. 1862)

• 1930 Pascin

  Bulgarian-french painter and illustrator (b. 1885)

• 1934 Emily Dobson

  Australian philanthropist (b. 1842)

• 1965 Eleanor Farjeon

  English author, poet, and playwright (b. 1881)

• 1975 Paul Keres

  Renowned Estonian chess grandmaster and theoretician, considered one of the greatest chess players of the mid-20th century. He was a candidate for the World Chess Championship multiple times and made significant contributions to chess theory and strategy.

• 1992 Max Lerner

  Max Lerner was a renowned American journalist, author, and intellectual who wrote extensively for the New York Post and was known for his insightful political and social commentary.

• 1992 Laurence Naismith

  Laurence Naismith was a distinguished British actor known for his roles in film and television, including the notable character of Judge Fulton in 'The Persuaders'.

• 1993 Conway Twitty

  Legendary country music singer-songwriter who dominated the genre with numerous No. 1 hits and memorable duets with Loretta Lynn. He was a pivotal figure in country music during the 1960s and 1970s.

• 1996 Vito Scotti

  Actor (nude bombs, get shorty and big bus), who dies at 78

• 1998 Jeanette Nolan

  Jeanette Nolan was a prolific American character actress who appeared in over 100 films and television shows, including notable roles in 'The Twilight Zone' and 'Psycho'. She was also a talented voice actress with a career spanning several decades.

• 1998 Sam Yorty

  Sam Yorty was an influential American politician who served as the mayor of Los Angeles from 1961 to 1973, with a significant career in state politics and law.

• 1999 Mel Torme

  Mel Tormé was a renowned American jazz singer, composer, and actor known as the 'Velvet Fog' for his smooth vocal style. He was a prolific musician who wrote over 250 songs and was celebrated for his exceptional vocal range and improvisational skills.

• 2002 Dee Dee Ramone

  Founding member of the legendary punk rock band The Ramones, known for his influential bass playing and songwriting in the punk music scene.

• 2003 Jürgen Möllemann

  German politician who served as Vice-Chancellor of Germany and held several ministerial positions during the 1980s and early 1990s. He died in a controversial parachuting accident in 2003.

• 2003 Manuel Rosenthal

  Renowned French composer and conductor who significantly contributed to 20th-century classical music, famous for his orchestration of Offenbach's Gaîté Parisienne ballet.

• 2004 Ronald Reagan

  Ronald Reagan was the 40th President of the United States, serving from 1981 to 1989. Before entering politics, he was a Hollywood actor and union leader, serving as president of the Screen Actors Guild. He was known for his conservative policies and played a significant role in ending the Cold War.

• 2004 Iona Brown

  Renowned British conductor who significantly contributed to classical music performance and leadership of prestigious orchestras.

• 2009 Boris Pokrovsky

  Renowned Russian operatic stage director who significantly influenced opera production and staging during the 20th century, with a career spanning several decades.

• 2011 Azam Khan

  Pakistani cricketer who played domestic and international cricket as an all-rounder, known for his versatile skills with bat and ball.

• 2012 Ray Bradbury

  Renowned American science fiction and fantasy writer, famous for groundbreaking works like 'Fahrenheit 451' and 'The Martian Chronicles'. He significantly influenced modern speculative fiction and was a pivotal figure in 20th-century literature.

• 2012 Barry Unsworth

  Barry Unsworth was a distinguished British novelist who won the prestigious Booker Prize and was renowned for his masterful historical fiction works that explored complex human narratives.

• 2015 Roger Vergé

  Legendary French chef who was a pivotal figure in nouvelle cuisine and considered the embodiment of French culinary excellence. Gault Millau praised him as the quintessential French chef for international audiences.

• 2016 Jerome Bruner

  Jerome Bruner was a highly influential cognitive psychologist who revolutionized understanding of human learning and cognitive development. He made significant contributions to educational psychology and cognitive theory, particularly through his work on cognitive learning and narrative thinking. Bruner was a key figure in the cognitive revolution of the mid-20th century.

• 2017 Cheick Tioté

  Cheick Tioté was a talented Ivorian professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder for Newcastle United and the Ivory Coast national team before his tragic and untimely death in 2017.

• 2018 Kate Spade

  Kate Spade was an influential American fashion designer who revolutionized handbag and accessory design with her colorful, playful brand. She co-founded Kate Spade New York in 1993, becoming a major force in the fashion industry. Tragically, she died by suicide in 2018, sparking important conversations about mental health.

• 2023 Astrud Gilberto

  Iconic Brazilian singer who popularized bossa nova internationally, most famous for her collaboration on 'The Girl from Ipanema'. She played a crucial role in introducing Brazilian music to global audiences.