Famous people and celebrities who died on October 16

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on October 16. 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.

• 1906 Varina Davis

  Varina Davis was the wife of Jefferson Davis, the president of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War.

• 1946 Ernst Kaltenbrunner

  High-ranking Nazi SS officer who served as chief of the Reich Main Security Office during World War II. He was convicted of war crimes and crimes against humanity at the Nuremberg Trials and executed in 1946.

• 1959 George Marshall

  PEA - American general and politician, 3rd united states secretary of defense, nobel prize laureate (b. 1880)

• 1959 George Catlett Marshall

  Nobel Prize laureate for proposing and supervising the plan for the economic recovery of Europe

• 1972 Hale Boggs

  Prominent American politician who served in the U.S. House of Representatives and was a significant figure in Louisiana's political landscape during the mid-20th century.

• 1973 Gene Krupa

  Legendary jazz drummer and bandleader who significantly influenced the role of drums in popular music during the swing era. He was a key member of Benny Goodman's band and later led his own successful orchestra.

• 1978 Dan Dailey

  Dan Dailey was a prominent American actor and dancer known for his versatile performances in film and television during the mid-20th century.

• 1979 Johan Borgen

  Johan Borgen was a prominent Norwegian writer, journalist, and literary critic who significantly contributed to 20th-century Scandinavian literature. He was known for his novels, essays, and critical works that explored social and psychological themes. Borgen was an influential figure in Norwegian cultural and literary circles during his lifetime.

• 1981 Eugene Eisenmann

  Eugene Eisenmann was a notable Panamanian-American ornithologist and lawyer who made significant contributions to the field of bird research and legal studies.

• 1982 Mario Del Monaco

  Mario Del Monaco was a legendary Italian tenor who dominated the opera world in the 1950s, known for his powerful and expressive voice. He made his American debut in San Francisco in 1950 and was a prominent performer at the New York Metropolitan Opera from 1951 to 1959. Del Monaco was a key figure in the golden era of Italian …

• 1982 Hans Selye

  Renowned Hungarian-Canadian endocrinologist who founded the field of stress research and introduced the General Adaptation Syndrome concept. He was a pioneering scientist who significantly influenced our understanding of biological stress responses.

• 1984 Peggy Ann Garner

  American actress known for her roles in classic films, particularly as a child performer. She appeared in notable movies like 'A Tree Grows in Brooklyn' and worked in theater. She passed away at 53 from cancer.

• 1986 Arthur Grumiaux

  Renowned Belgian classical violinist and pianist, celebrated for his exceptional interpretations of Mozart, Beethoven, and Bach.

• 1989 Cornel Wilde

  Renowned Hollywood actor and film director known for his versatile performances in multiple genres during the mid-20th century. He starred in numerous films and successfully transitioned between acting and directing throughout his career.

• 1990 Art Blakey

  Art Blakey was a legendary jazz drummer and bandleader, founder of the influential Jazz Messengers and a pivotal figure in the development of bebop and hard bop jazz styles.

• 1992 Shirley Booth

  Actress hazel dies at 85 from natural causes

• 1995 John Walker

  Renowned New Zealand middle-distance runner who competed at international levels during the 1970s and 1980s.

• 1995 Linda Goodman

  Pioneering American astrologer who popularized astrology through her bestselling books 'Sun Signs' and 'Love Signs', making the subject accessible to mainstream audiences.

• 1997 James Michener

  Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist known for epic historical fiction works like 'Tales of the South Pacific' and 'Chesapeake'. He wrote extensively about different regions of the United States, blending historical research with compelling storytelling.

• 1998 Jon Postel

  A pioneering computer scientist who was instrumental in creating the Internet's core protocols and served as the 'god of the Internet' for his crucial role in managing domain name systems and IP address allocations.

• 1999 Jean Shepherd

  Renowned American humorist, radio personality, and writer best known for creating the beloved holiday film 'A Christmas Story'. He was a masterful storyteller who captivated audiences through radio, books, and live performances with his nostalgic and humorous narratives about American life.

• 2000 Rick Jason

  American actor (b. 1923)

• 2003 László Papp

  Legendary Hungarian boxer who won multiple Olympic gold medals. A national sports hero who dominated boxing in the middleweight category during the 1940s and 1950s.

• 2004 Pierre Salinger

  Prominent American journalist and political figure who served as White House Press Secretary during the Kennedy and Johnson administrations. He was a respected investigative journalist with international experience and political connections.

• 2007 Deborah Kerr

  Renowned Scottish-American actress who was nominated six times for Academy Awards, famous for iconic roles in classic films like 'An Affair to Remember' and 'The King and I'. She was a major Hollywood star during the 1950s and 1960s, known for her elegance and versatile acting skills.

• 2010 Barbara Billingsley

  Barbara Billingsley was an iconic American actress best known for her role as June Cleaver in the classic sitcom 'Leave It to Beaver'. She became a symbol of the idealized 1950s housewife and a beloved television personality.

• 2014 John Spencer-Churchill

  11th Duke of Marlborough, a prominent English aristocrat and businessman who managed the extensive Blenheim Palace estate and family heritage.

• 2017 Roy Dotrice

  Actor from the Channel Islands, known for his theatrical and screen performances, particularly in fantasy and dramatic roles.

• 2023 Martti Ahtisaari

  PEA - Finnish captain and politician, 10th president of finland, nobel prize laureate (d. 2023)