Famous people and celebrities who died on November 20

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on November 20. 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.

• 1910 Leo Tolstoy

  Russian writer, novelist and philosopher, he is a historical and renowned author. his works, including "war and peace" and “anna karenina", earned him international fame. his fiction was realism and psychological insight were his greatest strengths.

• 1925 Queen Alexandra

  The united kingdom (born 1844).

• 1936 José Antonio Primo de Rivera

  Spanish lawyer and political leader who founded the Falange Española, a far-right political party that played a significant role in the Spanish Civil War. He was executed in 1936 and became a martyr for the Francoist movement.

• 1945 Francis William Aston

  CHE - English chemist and physicist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1877)

• 1947 Wolfgang Borchert

  Influential post-World War II German writer known for his anti-war literature and existentialist themes. His short stories and plays powerfully depicted the trauma of war and its impact on German youth.

• 1972 Ennio Flaiano

  Renowned Italian screenwriter, author, and critic who significantly contributed to Italian cinema and literature during the mid-20th century.

• 1983 Marcel Dalio

  Marcel Dalio was a renowned French character actor known for his memorable roles in classic films like 'La Grande Illusion' and 'Casablanca', working with legendary directors such as Jean Renoir.

• 1984 Faiz Ahmad Faiz

  Influential Pakistani poet, journalist, and progressive intellectual who was a major figure in Urdu literature and left a lasting impact on South Asian cultural discourse.

• 1989 Lynn Bari

  Actress (shock and nocturne, 6 gun law), is killed at 71

• 1989 Leonardo Sciascia

  Renowned Sicilian writer and intellectual who significantly contributed to Italian literature by exploring themes of social justice, mafia, and political corruption through his novels and essays.

• 1993 Emile Ardolino

  Renowned film director famous for choreographing and directing 'Dirty Dancing', a landmark dance movie that became a cultural phenomenon in the 1980s. He tragically died from AIDS at the age of 50.

• 1995 Sergei Grinkov

  Legendary Soviet pair figure skater who won Olympic gold medals in 1988 and 1994, tragically dying of a heart attack at the young age of 28 during a skating practice.

• 1997 Robert Palmer

  Iconic British rock and pop singer known for hits like 'Addicted to Love' and his work with the band Power Station. He was a significant figure in the 1980s music scene.

• 1997 Fadil Hoxha

  Prominent Albanian painter who significantly contributed to the development of modern art in Albania, known for his distinctive artistic techniques and cultural representations.

• 1999 Amintore Fanfani

  Duplicate of Amintore Fanfani record

• 2003 Eugene Kleiner

  Pioneering venture capitalist who co-founded Kleiner Perkins, a legendary Silicon Valley investment firm that played a crucial role in funding many groundbreaking technology companies.

• 2003 Loris Azzaro

  Renowned Tunisian-French fashion designer who made significant contributions to haute couture during the late 20th century. He was known for his elegant and innovative designs that captured the glamour of the 1970s and 1980s.

• 2004 Ancel Keys

  Renowned American physiologist who pioneered research on cardiovascular health and diet, famously developing the K-ration for military nutrition and the Mediterranean diet concept.

• 2006 Robert Altman

  Renowned American film director who revolutionized cinema with innovative storytelling techniques. He directed critically acclaimed films like 'M*A*S*H', 'Nashville', and 'McCabe and Mrs. Miller' during the 1970s. His unique ensemble cast approach and unconventional narrative style made him a significant figure in New Hollywood cinema.

• 2007 Ian Smith

  Controversial Rhodesian politician who led the white minority government and declared unilateral independence from Britain, significantly impacting African decolonization history.

• 2009 Lino Lacedelli

  Renowned Italian mountaineer who was part of the first successful expedition to summit K2, the world's second-highest mountain, in 1954. His historic climb is considered a landmark achievement in mountaineering history.

• 2013 Dieter Hildebrandt

  Dieter Hildebrandt was a prominent German political cabaret performer and radio personality who significantly influenced satirical entertainment in Germany. He co-founded the influential 'Münchner Lach- und Schießgesellschaft' cabaret venue and was known for his sharp political commentary through comedy. His career spanned several decades, making him a respected figure in German cultural and political satire.

• 2015 Keith Michell

  Renowned Australian actor famous for portraying Henry VIII in multiple productions, including the acclaimed TV series 'The Six Wives of Henry VIII'.

• 2016 Konstantinos Stephanopoulos

  Konstantinos Stephanopoulos was a prominent Greek conservative politician who served as President of Greece from 1995 to 2005, known for his significant contributions to Greek democracy.

• 2018 Aaron Klug

  CHE - Lithuanian-english chemist and biophysicist, nobel prize laureate (d. 2018)

• 2018 James H. Billington

  Prominent American academic and scholar who served as the 13th Librarian of Congress from 1987 to 2015, significantly contributing to national library and cultural preservation efforts.

• 2019 Wataru Misaka

  Groundbreaking Japanese-American basketball player who broke racial barriers as the first non-white player in professional basketball, playing for the New York Knicks in 1947.

• 2020 Jan Morris

  A distinguished British journalist, travel writer, and historian who made significant contributions to literature and transgender awareness. Her works spanned multiple genres and she was renowned for her insightful travel narratives.