Famous people and celebrities who died on April 3

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on April 3. 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.

• 1943 Conrad Veidt

  Renowned German actor known for his role in The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari.

• 1950 Kurt Weill

  Renowned German-American composer who revolutionized modern opera through his collaboration with Bertolt Brecht, creating groundbreaking works like 'The Threepenny Opera' that blended social critique with innovative musical styles.

• 1957 Ned Sparks

  Canadian-american actor and singer (d. 2005)

• 1971 Joseph Valachi

  Joseph Valachi was a prominent American mobster who became famous for being the first member of the Mafia to publicly acknowledge the existence of the organized crime syndicate known as La Cosa Nostra.

• 1975 Mary Ure

  Scottish actress known for her stage and screen performances, nominated for Best Supporting Actress in 1960, with a notable career spanning from 1955.

• 1978 Ray Noble

  Ray Noble was a renowned English bandleader, composer, and actor who made significant contributions to popular music during the swing era. He was known for his musical arrangements and compositions that influenced big band and jazz music.

• 1982 Warren Oates

  Warren Oates was a distinctive American character actor known for his memorable performances in gritty, unglamorous roles. He made his film debut in 1959 with 'The Rise and Fall of Legs Diamond' and became a respected figure in Hollywood.

• 1988 Milton Caniff

  Renowned American comic strip artist famous for creating 'Terry and the Pirates' and 'Steve Canyon', who significantly influenced the adventure comic genre in the mid-20th century.

• 1990 Sarah Vaughan

  Legendary jazz and pop vocalist known as 'The Divine One', Sarah Vaughan was a groundbreaking artist with exceptional vocal range and control. Her 45-year career spanned jazz and pop genres, making her one of the most influential singers of the 20th century.

• 1991 Graham Greene

  Graham Greene was a prolific British novelist, known for his complex moral and political narratives. He was a significant literary figure of the 20th century, with numerous works adapted into films. His contributions to literature earned him international recognition, including the French Legion d'Honneur.

• 1991 Charles Goren

  Renowned American bridge expert who transitioned from law to become a prolific author and syndicated columnist, writing over 50 books translated into nine languages.

• 1994 Betty Furness

  Betty Furness was a prominent American actress and television journalist who transitioned from entertainment to consumer advocacy. She became well-known for her consumer reports and consumer protection work during the mid-20th century.

• 1996 Carl Stokes

  Pioneering African-American politician who became the first Black mayor of a major U.S. city (Cleveland), serving from 1967-1969. He was also a World War II veteran, lawyer, and television newscaster.

• 1996 Ron Brown

  Ron Brown was an influential American politician who served as the 30th United States Secretary of Commerce and was a significant figure in the Democratic Party.

• 1999 Lionel Bart

  English composer famous for creating the musical 'Oliver!', a landmark work in musical theater adaptation of Charles Dickens' novel.

• 2000 Terence McKenna

  Renowned American author and ethnopharmacologist who explored consciousness, psychedelics, and spiritual transformation through groundbreaking research.

• 2012 Richard Descoings

  Prominent French academic administrator who led Sciences Po, a prestigious French higher education institution known for training political and social science elites. He was a significant reformer in French higher education and played a crucial role in internationalizing Sciences Po.

• 2013 Ruth Prawer Jhabvala

  Renowned German-born novelist and screenwriter who won an Academy Award for her screenplays and was a key figure in the Merchant-Ivory film productions. She was a Booker Prize winner and highly respected in both literary and film circles.

• 2013 Mariví Bilbao

  Prominent Spanish actress known for her significant contributions to Spanish cinema and television during the 20th century.

• 2014 Régine Deforges

  Prominent French novelist and publisher known for her controversial erotic literature and challenging censorship.

• 2014 Arthur Smith (Guitar Boogie)

  Renowned American guitarist and composer known for his influential 'Guitar Boogie' style, who significantly contributed to early rock and country music development.

• 2015 Sarah Brady

  Prominent American activist and author known for her significant advocacy work, particularly in gun control legislation.

• 2016 Cesare Maldini

  Legendary Italian footballer and manager who played for AC Milan and the Italian national team, and later coached several prominent football clubs including Milan and the national team.

• 2016 Joe Medicine Crow

  Renowned Native American historian, anthropologist, and author who was the last traditional chief of the Crow tribe and a World War II veteran.

• 2017 Kishori Amonkar

  Kishori Amonkar was a renowned Indian classical vocalist, considered one of the most significant Hindustani classical singers of the 20th century. She was known for her exceptional musical talent and innovative approach to classical music.

• 2020 Ira Einhorn

  Controversial Philadelphia counterculture figure who became infamous for murdering his girlfriend and later being convicted of first-degree murder after a complex international manhunt.

• 2022 June Brown

  Renowned English actress best known for her iconic role as Dot Cotton in the long-running BBC soap opera EastEnders, a character she portrayed for over 35 years.