Famous people and celebrities who died on March 14

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on March 14. 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.

• 1932 George Eastman

  George Eastman was an American inventor and entrepreneur who founded the Eastman Kodak Company and popularized the use of roll film, helping to bring photography to the mass market.

• 1957 Evagoras Pallikarides

  Greek-Cypriot revolutionary and national hero who fought against British colonial rule in Cyprus during the 1950s. He was executed at a young age for his involvement in the independence struggle, becoming a symbol of resistance and patriotism.

• 1973 Howard Aiken

  Howard Aiken was a pioneering computer scientist who played a crucial role in the early development of computing technology. He collaborated with IBM to design the Harvard Mark I, a groundbreaking electromechanical computer that significantly advanced computational capabilities. His work laid important foundations for modern computing and digital technology.

• 1973 Chic Young

  American cartoonist best known for creating the popular comic strip 'Blondie', which became a cultural icon of 20th-century American popular culture.

• 1975 Susan Hayward

  Acclaimed Hollywood actress who won an Oscar for her powerful performances, particularly in biographical dramas. She transitioned from modeling to become a prominent film star of the mid-20th century.

• 1977 Fannie Lou Hamer

  Prominent African American civil rights activist who fought for voting rights and racial equality in the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party during the 1960s Civil Rights Movement.

• 1980 Mohammad Hatta

  Mohammad Hatta was a prominent Indonesian nationalist leader who served as the first Vice President of Indonesia alongside President Sukarno during the country's independence struggle. He played a crucial role in Indonesia's fight for independence from Dutch colonial rule and is considered a national hero.

• 1980 Félix Rodríguez de la Fuente

  Influential Spanish naturalist, environmentalist, and wildlife documentarian who significantly raised public awareness about conservation and nature protection in Spain.

• 1983 Maurice Ronet

  French actor known for notable films like 'Frantic' and 'Circle of Love', who was a prominent figure in mid-20th century French cinema.

• 1989 Edward Abbey

  Influential American writer and environmental activist known for his passionate advocacy for wilderness preservation and critique of industrial society, particularly through his seminal work 'Desert Solitaire'.

• 1991 Howard Ashman

  Howard Ashman was a renowned lyricist and playwright who revolutionized Disney animation through his groundbreaking collaborations with Alan Menken on films like 'The Little Mermaid' and 'Beauty and the Beast'.

• 1992 Jean Poiret

  French director, actor, and screenwriter best known for his groundbreaking play 'La Cage aux Folles', which became a significant work in LGBTQ+ theater and was later adapted into successful films.

• 1995 William Alfred Fowler

  PHY - American physicist and astronomer, nobel prize laureate (b. 1911)

• 1997 Fred Zinnemann

  Acclaimed Austrian-American film director who won multiple Academy Awards, known for landmark films like 'High Noon', 'From Here to Eternity', and 'A Man for All Seasons'.

• 1999 Kirk Alyn

  First actor to portray Superman in live-action film serials during the 1940s. A former Broadway performer who transitioned to cinema and became known for his superhero roles.

• 2002 Cherry Wilder

  Prominent New Zealand science fiction and fantasy writer known for her speculative fiction works. She published numerous novels and short stories during her career, contributing significantly to the genre.

• 2003 Jean-Luc Lagardère

  Prominent French business leader who transformed Hachette into a global media and publishing conglomerate, expanding across multiple industries and countries.

• 2003 Jack Goldstein

  Canadian-American conceptual artist and painter known for his influential work in the Pictures Generation art movement, exploring themes of media and representation.

• 2006 Lennart Meri

  Estonian historian, writer, filmmaker, and statesman who served as the second President of Estonia from 1992 to 2001, playing a crucial role in Estonia's post-Soviet transition.

• 2007 Lucie Aubrac

  Renowned French Resistance fighter and history teacher who played a crucial role during World War II, symbolizing courage and resistance against Nazi occupation.

• 2009 Alain Bashung

  Renowned French singer, songwriter, and actor who was a significant figure in French contemporary music, known for his poetic lyrics and distinctive musical style.

• 2009 Millard Kaufman

  Acclaimed American screenwriter and novelist, best known for his Oscar-nominated screenplay for 'Bad Day at Black Rock'.

• 2009 Altovise Davis

  Altovise Davis was the widow of legendary entertainer Sammy Davis Jr., known for her close association with the famous performer and his legacy.

• 2010 Peter Graves

  Peter Graves was an acclaimed American actor best known for his iconic role as Jim Phelps in the popular television series 'Mission: Impossible'. He was a prominent figure in television and film during the mid-20th century.

• 2016 Peter Maxwell Davies

  Renowned English composer known for his innovative classical music and significant contributions to contemporary British musical composition.

• 2018 Stephen Hawking

  Renowned British theoretical physicist who revolutionized our understanding of cosmology, black holes, and the origins of the universe. He was a professor at Cambridge University and authored the bestselling book 'A Brief History of Time'. Despite being diagnosed with ALS, he became one of the most influential scientists of the 20th century.

• 2018 Marielle Franco

  Brazilian politician, human rights activist, and feminist who was tragically assassinated in Rio de Janeiro in 2018, becoming a symbol of resistance against violence.

• 2022 Scott Hall

  Legendary professional wrestler known for his influential work in WWE and WCW. He was a key figure in the professional wrestling scene during the 1990s and early 2000s.