Famous people and celebrities who died on November 11

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on November 11. 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.

• 1939 Bob Marshall

  Bob Marshall was a prominent American conservationist and wilderness preservation activist who co-founded The Wilderness Society in 1935, advocating for the protection of wilderness areas in the United States.

• 1968 Jeanne Demessieux

  Renowned French pianist, organist, and composer known for her exceptional musical talent and contributions to classical music.

• 1972 Berry Oakley

  Legendary bass player of the Allman Brothers Band, who tragically died in 1972 at a young age.

• 1973 Artturi Ilmari Virtanen

  CHE - Finnish chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1895)

• 1979 Dimitri Tiomkin

  Dimitri Tiomkin was a Russian-born composer known for his film scores, including 'High Noon' and 'Giant'.

• 1985 Arthur Rothstein

  Renowned American photographer and documentary photographer who captured significant moments during the Great Depression for the Farm Security Administration.

• 1985 Pelle Lindbergh

  Legendary Swedish-American NHL goaltender for the Philadelphia Flyers, tragically killed in a car accident at the height of his career.

• 1990 Yiannis Ritsos

  Renowned Greek poet who was a prominent communist and literary figure, nominated nine times for the Nobel Prize and winner of the Lenin Peace Prize.

• 1993 John Stanley

  John Stanley was an American illustrator and author known for his work in children's literature and comics. He made significant contributions to the comic book industry during the mid-20th century.

• 1994 John A. Volpe

  Prominent American politician who served as the 61st Governor of Massachusetts and later as United States Secretary of Transportation.

• 1994 Pedro Zamora

  Cuban-born American television personality and AIDS activist who raised significant awareness about HIV/AIDS during the 1990s.

• 1997 Rod Milburn

  Rod Milburn was an accomplished American hurdler and coach who made significant contributions to track and field athletics.

• 1999 Jacobo Timerman

  Prominent Argentine journalist, human rights activist, and author who was imprisoned and tortured during Argentina's military dictatorship, later becoming an international symbol of resistance against state oppression.

• 1999 Mary Kay Bergman

  Talented American voice actress known for her versatile voice work in animation and comedy, who tragically passed away in 1999.

• 2003 Paul Janssen

  Paul Janssen was a renowned Belgian physician, chemist, and pharmacologist who founded Janssen Pharmaceutica, a major global pharmaceutical company. He made significant contributions to medical research and drug development, establishing himself as a pioneering figure in the pharmaceutical industry. His work led to the creation of numerous important medications that have improved global healthcare.

• 2003 Miquel Marti i Pol

  Renowned Catalan poet who was a significant voice in contemporary Catalan literature, known for his powerful poetry addressing social and personal themes during the Franco era.

• 2004 Yasser Arafat

  Yasser Arafat was a prominent Palestinian political leader who played a pivotal role in the Palestinian national movement. He served as chairman of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and first president of the Palestinian National Authority, becoming a globally recognized symbol of Palestinian struggle.

• 2004 Richard Dembo

  French film director and screenwriter known for his contributions to French cinema in the late 20th century.

• 2005 Peter Drucker

  Renowned management consultant, author, and social ecologist who pioneered modern business management theory and influenced global corporate thinking.

• 2005 Moustapha Akkad

  Influential Syrian-American film director and producer, best known for producing the iconic 'Halloween' horror film series and promoting Islamic themes in cinema.

• 2007 Delbert Mann

  American producer and director (d. 2007).

• 2012 Rex Hunt

  British military officer and diplomat who served as Governor of the Falkland Islands from 1980 to 1985, playing a significant role during the Falklands War period.

• 2012 Joe Egan

  Scottish singer-songwriter, best known as a member of the folk-rock band Stealers Wheel, famous for their hit song 'Stuck in the Middle with You'.

• 2014 Big Bank Hank

  American rapper who was a member of the pioneering hip-hop group The Sugarhill Gang, known for the groundbreaking hit 'Rapper's Delight'.

• 2016 Robert Vaughn

  Robert Vaughn was a renowned American actor best known for his iconic role as Napoleon Solo in the popular spy television series 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E.' He was an accomplished actor with a career spanning several decades in film and television.

• 2021 Frederik Willem de Klerk

  Nobel Prize laureate for their work for the peaceful termination of the apartheid regime, and for laying the foundations for a new democratic South Africa

• 2021 F. W. de Klerk

  PEA - South african lawyer and politician, former state president of south africa, nobel prize laureate (d. 2021)