Famous people and celebrities who died on March 10

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on March 10. 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.

• 1872 Giuseppe Mazzini

  Italian journalist, politician and activist for the unification italy. his efforts led to the unification of italy, an independent country that was free from the many states and controlled by foreign powers. he was also instrumental in the creation of the modern european movement to popular democracy in a republican country. he was 66 years old when he died in …

• 1895 Charles Worth

  Founder of the House of Worth, considered one of the first fashion designers.

• 1919 Amelia Barr

  She was a british-american writer who also wrote 30 novels and her autobiography, published in 1913. robert barr was her husband. they emigrated to texas a few years later. although the couple had nine children, only six of them survived yellow fever in 1867. in 1867, her husband and three more children also died. with her three remaining daughters, she …

• 1940 Mikhail Bulgakov

  Russian writer known for his novel 'The Master and Margarita'.

• 1943 Tully Marshall

  Tully Marshall was a prolific character actor in Hollywood during the silent film era.

• 1948 Zelda Fitzgerald

  Zelda Fitzgerald was a prominent figure of the Jazz Age, known for her vibrant personality, literary talents, and tumultuous relationship with her husband F. Scott Fitzgerald. She was a writer, artist, and cultural icon who embodied the spirit of the 1920s, challenging traditional gender roles and societal norms.

• 1948 Jan Masaryk

  Czech soldier and politician (b. 1886)

• 1966 Frank O'Connor

  Renowned Irish short story writer, novelist, and poet known for his significant contributions to Irish literature and his masterful storytelling techniques.

• 1966 Frits Zernike

  PHY - Dutch physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1888)

• 1985 Konstantin Chernenko

  Konstantin Chernenko was a prominent Soviet political leader who served as General Secretary of the Communist Party and head of state during the final years of the Cold War era. He was a key figure in the Soviet leadership, though his tenure was brief due to his poor health. His leadership represented the last phase of the aging Soviet gerontocracy …

• 1986 Ray Milland

  Acclaimed Welsh-American actor who won an Academy Award for Best Actor in 1945 for his powerful performance in 'The Lost Weekend', a groundbreaking film about alcoholism. He had a successful Hollywood career spanning several decades and was known for his versatility in dramatic and comedic roles.

• 1988 Andy Gibb

  British-American pop singer and youngest member of the Bee Gees' family, who became a teenage sensation in the 1970s, selling 15 million records before his tragic early death at age 30.

• 1992 Giorgos Zampetas

  Renowned Greek bouzouki player and songwriter who was influential in the traditional Greek music scene during the mid-20th century.

• 1996 Ross Hunter

  Prominent Hollywood film producer known for successful movies like 'Pillow Talk' and 'Airport', who made significant contributions to the entertainment industry during the mid-20th century.

• 1998 Lloyd Bridges

  Lloyd Bridges was a prominent American actor known for his roles in 'Sea Hunt' and as the father of actors Jeff and Beau Bridges. He had a successful career spanning several decades in film and television, particularly notable for his versatile performances in comedy and drama.

• 2003 Barry Sheene

  Legendary British motorcycle racing champion who overcame severe injuries and became an iconic figure in motorsport before succumbing to cancer in 2003.

• 2005 Dave Allen

  Dave Allen was a renowned Irish comedian known for his satirical stand-up comedy and distinctive television shows that challenged social norms with wit and irreverence.

• 2006 Anna Moffo

  Renowned lyric-coloratura soprano who performed at the Metropolitan Opera for 17 seasons and was known as 'la bellissima'. She hosted an Italian TV show in the 1960s but suffered a vocal breakdown in 1974 that impacted her career.

• 2010 Corey Haim

  Corey Haim was a prominent Canadian actor who rose to fame in the 1980s, particularly known for his iconic role in the vampire film 'The Lost Boys' and his contributions to teen cinema.

• 2012 Jean Giraud

  Jean Giraud, also known as Moebius, was a legendary French comic book artist and illustrator who revolutionized the graphic novel and science fiction art. He co-founded the influential magazine Métal Hurlant and created iconic works like 'Blueberry' and 'The Incal'. His innovative style influenced generations of artists across comics, animation, and film design.

• 2012 F. Sherwood Rowland

  Nobel Prize laureate for their work in atmospheric chemistry, particularly concerning the formation and decomposition of ozone

• 2013 Princess Lilian

  British-born Swedish princess who became the Duchess of Halland, known for her royal connections and life in the Swedish royal family.

• 2015 Richard Glatzer

  American film director, producer, and screenwriter who passed away in 2015. Known for his contributions to independent cinema.

• 2016 Jovito Salonga

  Prominent Filipino lawyer and politician who served as the 14th President of the Senate of the Philippines, playing a significant role in the country's democratic transition.

• 2016 Ken Adam

  Renowned German-born British production designer who significantly influenced film art direction, particularly in James Bond and Stanley Kubrick films.

• 2016 Anita Brookner

  Acclaimed British novelist and art historian who won the Booker Prize in 1984 for her novel 'Hotel du Lac'.

• 2018 Hubert de Givenchy

  Legendary French fashion designer who revolutionized haute couture and was a close collaborator with Audrey Hepburn. He created iconic designs that defined mid-20th century fashion and elegance.

• 2022 John Elliott

  Renowned English historian specializing in Spanish history, known for his groundbreaking research and academic contributions.