Famous people and celebrities who died on September 13

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on September 13. 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.

• 1913 Aurel Vlaicu

  Aurel Vlaicu was a Romanian aviation pioneer known for his early work in aircraft design and construction.

• 1928 Italo Svevo

  Italo Svevo was an Italian writer, businessman, and pioneer of the psychological novel.

• 1944 Noor Inayat Khan

  Noor Inayat Khan was a courageous British spy of Indian descent who worked for the Special Operations Executive during World War II, risking her life to support the Allied resistance in Nazi-occupied France. She was the first female radio operator sent into France and was posthumously awarded the George Cross for her exceptional bravery.

• 1946 Amon Göth

  Notorious Nazi SS officer and commandant of the Płaszów concentration camp, infamous for his extreme cruelty during the Holocaust.

• 1948 Paul Wegener

  German writer, actor, and film director. he is well-known for his pioneering role within german expressionist cinema.

• 1949 August Krogh

  MED - Danish physiologist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1874)

• 1949 Schack August Steenberg Krogh

  Nobel Prize laureate for his discovery of the capillary motor regulating mechanism

• 1950 Sara Allgood

  Irish actress jane eyre, spiral staircase, dies at 56

• 1959 Gilbert Adrian

  Renowned American fashion designer who worked for MGM, glamorizing Hollywood stars and winning the Fashion Critic's 'Winnie' Award in 1945.

• 1971 Lin Biao

  Prominent Chinese military leader and politician who served as Vice Premier of the People's Republic of China and was a key figure in the Communist Party during Mao's era.

• 1977 Leopold Stokowski

  Leopold Stokowski was a renowned conductor and musical director famous for his innovative orchestral performances and his connection to Hollywood and cultural elite.

• 1987 Mervyn Leroy

  Prominent Hollywood film director, producer, and screenwriter known for classic films like 'Quo Vadis' and 'Mister Roberts'. He was a key figure in the Golden Age of Hollywood and worked with many major studios.

• 1991 Robert Irving

  Accomplished English conductor and director known for his work in classical music and opera.

• 1991 Joe Pasternak

  Hungarian-American film producer and production manager who was prominent in Hollywood during the mid-20th century, known for his significant contributions to the entertainment industry.

• 1991 Metin Oktay

  Legendary Turkish footballer who played as a striker and later became a respected football manager, known for his significant contributions to Turkish football.

• 1996 Tupac Shakur

  American actor and rapper of black origin, 2pac is also known as makaveli.

• 1996 Jane Baxter

  Actress (we live again blossom time), is killed at 87

• 1997 Georges Guétary

  Georges Guétary was a renowned French-Egyptian entertainer who achieved significant success as a singer, dancer, and actor during the mid-20th century, particularly popular in French cinema and music.

• 1998 George Wallace

  Prominent Alabama politician who served as the state's 45th governor. Noted for his legal and political career in Alabama.

• 2001 Dorothy McGuire

  Renowned American actress of stage and screen, known for her roles in classic films like 'Gentleman's Agreement' and 'A Tree Grows in Brooklyn'.

• 2004 Luis Miramontes

  Renowned Mexican chemist who played a crucial role in co-inventing the first oral contraceptive pill, revolutionizing reproductive health.

• 2005 Julio César Turbay Ayala

  Prominent Colombian lawyer and politician who served as the 25th President of Colombia from 1978 to 1982, playing a significant role in the country's political landscape.

• 2007 Laurel Burch

  Renowned American artist famous for her vibrant and whimsical animal designs that revolutionized decorative art and commercial product design in the 1980s and 1990s.

• 2011 Walter Bonatti

  Legendary Italian mountaineer considered one of the greatest alpinists of the 20th century, known for his extraordinary solo climbs and exploration of challenging peaks.

• 2015 Moses Malone

  Legendary NBA basketball player, considered one of the greatest centers in basketball history. He was a three-time MVP and won an NBA championship with the Philadelphia 76ers in 1983.

• 2017 Pete Domenici

  Prominent American politician who served as the 37th mayor of Albuquerque and made significant contributions to New Mexico's political landscape.

• 2019 Eddie Money

  Eddie Money was a prominent American rock musician known for hit songs like 'Take Me Home Tonight' and 'Two Tickets to Paradise'. He had a successful career spanning multiple decades, producing platinum records and gold singles. His musical journey began with bands like 'The Grapes of Wrath' and 'The Rockets'.

• 2022 Jean-Luc Godard

  Pioneering French-Swiss film director and key figure of the French New Wave cinema movement. His innovative filmmaking techniques revolutionized modern cinema.