Famous people and celebrities who died on February 2

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on February 2. 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.

• 1942 Daniil Kharms

  A pioneering Soviet absurdist writer and poet known for his experimental and surreal literary works, who suffered persecution during the Stalinist era and died in a psychiatric hospital during the Siege of Leningrad.

• 1961 Anna May Wong

  Pioneering Chinese-American actress who was the first Chinese-American Hollywood movie star, breaking significant racial barriers in early 20th-century cinema.

• 1968 Tullio Serafin

  Italian conductor known for his interpretations of opera.

• 1969 Boris Karloff

  Boris karloff was a british actor known for his portrayal of frankenstein's monster in the 1931 film 'frankenstein' and for his work in horror films.

• 1970 Bertrand Russell

  LIT - English mathematician and philosopher, nobel prize laureate (b. 1872)

• 1972 Jessie Royce Landis

  Actress in north by northwest, dies at 67

• 1974 Imre Lakatos

  Renowned Hungarian-British philosopher of science and mathematician who made significant contributions to the philosophy of mathematics and scientific methodology. He developed the concept of research programmes and was a key figure in understanding scientific progress.

• 1978 Wendy Barrie

  Wendy Barrie was a British-American actress who appeared in 25 movies during Hollywood's golden era, notably starring in films like 'Dead End' and 'Wings Over Honolulu'. She was also a pioneering television personality, hosting one of TV's first talk shows.

• 1979 Sid Vicious

  Iconic punk rock bassist and vocalist of the Sex Pistols, known for his rebellious persona and significant impact on the punk music scene before his tragic early death.

• 1980 William Howard Stein

  CHE - American biochemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1911)

• 1987 Alistair MacLean

  Alistair MacLean was a renowned Scottish novelist famous for writing bestselling adventure and thriller novels that were often adapted into successful films like 'The Guns of Navarone' and 'Where Eagles Dare'.

• 1992 Bert Parks

  Iconic American television host best known for hosting the Miss America Pageant for over two decades, becoming a beloved entertainment personality.

• 1994 Marija Gimbutas

  Renowned Lithuanian-American archaeologist and anthropologist who revolutionized the understanding of prehistoric European cultures. She was a pioneering scholar in the study of Old European mythology and matriarchal societies, authoring several groundbreaking books on goddess cultures.

• 1995 Donald Pleasence

  Donald Pleasence was a renowned English actor famous for his iconic portrayal of Dr. Sam Loomis in the Halloween horror film series. He was a versatile character actor with a distinctive voice and intense screen presence.

• 1995 Fred Perry

  Fred Perry was a legendary British tennis player who dominated the sport in the 1930s, becoming the first player to achieve the Grand Slam in tennis by winning all four major tournaments. He was a three-time consecutive Wimbledon champion and a pivotal figure in British tennis history.

• 1996 Gene Kelly

  Legendary Hollywood dancer, actor, and choreographer who revolutionized movie musicals through innovative dance techniques and storytelling. Best known for his iconic performance in 'Singin' in the Rain', he transformed the musical genre in the 1940s and 1950s.

• 1997 Chico Science

  Influential Brazilian musician and pioneer of the Manguebeat movement, known for blending traditional Brazilian rhythms with rock and hip-hop. He tragically died in a car accident at the age of 30, leaving a significant mark on Brazilian music culture.

• 2002 Paul Baloff

  Legendary thrash metal vocalist known for being the original lead singer of the influential Bay Area metal band Exodus, who significantly contributed to the development of the thrash metal genre.

• 2005 Max Schmeling

  Legendary German boxer who became world heavyweight champion in 1930 and is famous for his historic fights with Joe Louis, symbolizing sporting rivalry during a politically charged era.

• 2007 Vijay Arora

  Indian actor in television and film (born 1944).

• 2008 Barry Morse

  Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter known for his versatile work in theater, film, and television, with a career spanning several decades.

• 2008 Joshua Lederberg

  Joshua Lederberg was a renowned American microbiologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine in 1958 for groundbreaking research in bacterial genetics. His work with Edward Tatum revolutionized understanding of genetic recombination in bacteria. He was a pivotal figure in microbiology and genetics research.

• 2008 Katoucha Niane

  Prominent Guinean model and author known for her advocacy against female genital mutilation and her literary works exploring African women's experiences.

• 2013 Chris Kyle

  Chris Kyle was a highly decorated United States Navy SEAL sniper, considered the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history, whose life story was portrayed in the film 'American Sniper'.

• 2014 Philip Seymour Hoffman

  Philip Seymour Hoffman was a critically acclaimed American actor known for his extraordinary range and depth in dramatic and character roles, winning an Academy Award for his portrayal of Truman Capote.

• 2014 Bunny Rugs

  Renowned Jamaican singer who was a key member of the bands Third World and Inner Circle. He was a significant figure in reggae music until his death in 2014.