Famous people and celebrities who died on March 24

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on March 24. 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.

• 1603 Elizabeth I

  Queen of England and Ireland from 1558 to 1603, known for her reign during the English Renaissance and the defeat of the Spanish Armada.

• 1844 Bertel Thorvaldsen

  Renowned Danish sculptor known for his neoclassical works.

• 1944 Orde Wingate

  Orde Wingate was a British major general who played a crucial role in World War II, organizing and leading special forces in Burma against Japanese troops. He was known for his innovative military tactics and strategic brilliance, significantly contributing to the Allied war effort.

• 1968 Alice Guy-Blaché

  Alice Guy-Blaché was a French film director, screenwriter, and producer, and is considered the first female filmmaker.

• 1978 Park Mok-wol

  Significant Korean poet and academic who played an important role in 20th-century Korean literature, known for his poetic works and scholarly contributions.

• 1979 Yvonne Mitchell

  Writer dies at 53

• 1980 Oscar Romero

  Salvadoran Roman Catholic Archbishop of San Salvador, renowned human rights activist who advocated for the poor and spoke out against social injustice during El Salvador's civil conflict. He was assassinated while celebrating Mass, becoming a symbol of resistance against oppression.

• 1984 Sam Jaffe

  Actor dr zorba ben casey dies from cancer at 93

• 1990 Alice Sapritch

  French-Armenian actress known for her theatrical and film performances in European cinema during the mid-20th century.

• 1990 René Enríquez

  René Enríquez was a prominent Mexican-American actor best known for his memorable role as Lieutenant Ray Calletano on the critically acclaimed television series 'Hill Street Blues', which aired from 1981 to 1987.

• 1990 Ray Goulding

  Half of the famous comedy radio duo Bob and Ray, known for their satirical and improvisational comedy sketches.

• 1991 John Kerr

  Australian lawyer and politician who served as the 18th Governor-General of Australia, playing a controversial role in the 1975 constitutional crisis that led to the dismissal of Prime Minister Gough Whitlam.

• 1993 John Hersey

  John Hersey was a renowned American journalist and author, best known for his groundbreaking book 'Hiroshima', which provided a powerful and intimate account of the atomic bombing's human impact. He won the Pulitzer Prize and is considered a significant literary figure of the 20th century.

• 1995 Joseph Needham

  A renowned British scientist and historian who made groundbreaking contributions to the study of Chinese science and technology. He was best known for his multi-volume work 'Science and Civilisation in China', which comprehensively explored the scientific achievements of Chinese civilization.

• 1997 Martin Caidin

  Martin Caidin was a prolific American author known for science fiction and aviation writing, including the novel 'Cyborg' which inspired the TV series 'The Six Million Dollar Man'.

• 1999 Gertrud Scholtz-Klink

  Prominent Nazi leader who headed the women's organization in the Third Reich, advocating for traditional female roles and Nazi ideology. She was a key figure in promoting gender-specific Nazi propaganda and women's participation in the regime.

• 2002 Cesar Milstein

  Cesar Milstein was a renowned Argentine biochemist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1984 for his groundbreaking work on monoclonal antibodies, revolutionizing immunology and medical research.

• 2008 Richard Widmark

  Renowned Hollywood actor famous for his breakthrough role as a psychotic killer in the film noir 'Kiss of Death'. He was an Oscar-nominated performer with a diverse career spanning film, theater, and television. Widmark was also a film producer through his own company, Heath Productions.

• 2008 Rafael Azcona

  Renowned Spanish screenwriter and author who made significant contributions to Spanish cinema. He collaborated with notable directors and wrote scripts for numerous acclaimed films.

• 2010 Robert Culp

  Versatile American actor best known for TV series 'I Spy' and 'The Greatest American Hero'. He was a talented performer who successfully transitioned from minor roles to becoming a prominent television actor.

• 2010 Jim Marshall

  Iconic American rock photography pioneer who captured legendary images of music's most influential artists during the 1960s and 1970s.

• 2016 Garry Shandling

  Influential American comedian and television pioneer who revolutionized comedy with innovative sitcoms like 'It's Garry Shandling's Show' and 'The Larry Sanders Show', which critically deconstructed the television talk show format.

• 2016 Johan Cruyff

  Revolutionary Dutch soccer player and coach who transformed modern football through 'Total Soccer' philosophy. He won three consecutive European Cups with Ajax Amsterdam and was a pivotal figure in Dutch national team's golden era. His innovative playing and tactical approach influenced generations of footballers worldwide.

• 2018 Rim Banna

  Renowned Palestinian singer and cultural activist who used music to promote social justice and Palestinian identity.

• 2018 Lys Assia

  Swiss singer who made history as the first winner of the Eurovision Song Contest in 1956, pioneering the international music competition.

• 2020 Albert Uderzo

  Famous French comic book artist best known for co-creating the iconic 'Asterix' series, which became one of the most beloved and internationally recognized comic strips in European history.

• 2021 Jessica Walter

  Renowned American actress best known for her iconic roles in 'Arrested Development' and as the voice of Malory Archer in the animated series 'Archer'. She had a distinguished career spanning television, film, and voice acting.

• 2023 Gordon Moore

  Co-founder of Intel Corporation and author of Moore's Law, which predicted the exponential growth of computing power. A pivotal figure in the development of modern microprocessors and the personal computer revolution.