Famous people and celebrities who died on June 6

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

• 1891 John Macdonald

  First Prime Minister of Canada

• 1937 Jean Harlow

  Jean Harlow was a legendary platinum blonde Hollywood actress of the 1930s, known for her iconic roles in films like 'Hell's Angels' and 'Red Dust'. She was a sex symbol who revolutionized the image of women in cinema during the pre-Code Hollywood era.

• 1946 Gerhart Hauptmann

  German playwright, poet, novelist, and dramatist. he is one of the most prolific and important german writers of his generation. he was the son of a hotelkeeper and studied art in breslau jena, rome, and rome. after a successful marriage in 1885, hauptmann began writing plays for the theatre. some of his plays are still being performed today. hauptmann was …

• 1946 Gerhart Johann Robert Hauptmann

  Nobel Prize laureate primarily in recognition of his fruitful, varied and outstanding production in the realm of dramatic art

• 1951 Olive Tell

  American singer and actress (d. 1951).

• 1962 Yves Klein

  Influential French artist considered a pivotal figure in post-war European art. Leader of Nouveau Réalisme, he was a pioneer in performance art and an inspiration for minimal and pop art movements.

• 1968 Robert F Kennedy

  Prominent American political figure who served as Attorney General and was a passionate advocate for civil rights, social justice, and was a key member of the Kennedy political dynasty.

• 1977 Sophie Stewart

  Actress (as you like it), dies at the age of 69

• 1982 Kenneth Rexroth

  Kenneth Rexroth was a pioneering American poet and key figure in the San Francisco Renaissance, known for his significant contributions to Beat poetry and cultural criticism.

• 1987 Fulton MacKay

  Scottish actor and comedian famous for his iconic role as prison officer Mr. MacKay in the classic BBC sitcom 'Porridge', which became a beloved British television series in the 1970s.

• 1991 Stan Getz

  Stan Getz was a legendary jazz tenor saxophonist known for his distinctive cool and lyrical playing style, who performed with notable big bands like Benny Goodman and Jimmy Dorsey.

• 1991 Larry Kert

  American actor and singer best known for his role as Tony in the original Broadway production of 'West Side Story' and its film adaptation.

• 1991 Sylvia Porter

  Pioneering financial journalist who transformed complex economic concepts into accessible advice for millions of Americans. Her personal experience with the 1929 stock market crash inspired her career in economic writing and financial education.

• 1994 Barry Sullivan

  Prominent American film actor known for his roles in Hollywood during the mid-20th century, particularly in film noir and western genres.

• 1994 Mark McManus

  Scottish actor renowned for his iconic role as Detective Chief Inspector Jim Taggart in the long-running ITV television series. His portrayal of the Glasgow detective became synonymous with Scottish crime drama during the late 20th century.

• 1996 George Snell

  Nobel Prize-winning American immunologist and geneticist who made groundbreaking discoveries in transplantation genetics. His work was crucial in understanding tissue compatibility and immune system responses.

• 2002 Robbin Crosby

  American rock musician, guitarist and founding member of the heavy metal band Ratt. He was a significant figure in the 1980s glam metal scene before his untimely death in 2002.

• 2003 Dave Rowberry

  English pianist and keyboardist best known for his work with the iconic rock band The Animals during the 1960s British Invasion.

• 2005 Anne Bancroft

  Anne Bancroft was an acclaimed American actress who won an Oscar for her iconic role in 'The Miracle Worker' and was nominated for her performances in 'The Graduate' and 'The Pumpkin Eater'. She was a versatile performer who excelled in film, theater, and television, winning multiple awards including a Tony and recognition from the British Film Academy.

• 2005 Dana Elcar

  Renowned American actor and director known for his roles in television series like MacGyver, where he played Pete Thornton. He had a successful career spanning several decades in film and television.

• 2009 Jean Dausset

  Renowned French immunologist and Nobel Prize winner who made groundbreaking contributions to understanding human immune system and organ transplantation.

• 2013 Esther Williams

  Pioneering American actress and swimmer who revolutionized aquatic-themed Hollywood musicals during the mid-20th century. She was famous for her elaborate synchronized swimming performances in movies and became an iconic Hollywood star of the 1950s.

• 2013 Jerome Karle

  Renowned American crystallographer who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1985 for groundbreaking research on molecular structure. His work significantly advanced understanding of chemical compound structures and crystallography.

• 2015 Ludvík Vaculík

  Czech dissident writer and journalist who played a crucial role in the Prague Spring movement. His manifesto 'Two Thousand Words' became a significant document of political resistance against communist rule in Czechoslovakia.

• 2016 Peter Shaffer

  Renowned British playwright famous for critically acclaimed works like 'Equus' and 'Amadeus', who masterfully explored human psychology through dramatic storytelling.

• 2016 Viktor Korchnoi

  Legendary Russian chess grandmaster known for his extraordinary skills and dramatic defection from the Soviet Union. He was a fierce competitor who challenged world champions and was considered one of the strongest players never to win the world title.