December 5th famous deaths
List of celebrities and famous people who died on December 5th
2029 - 2020
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020
2023
American television writer and producer known for his influential and socially conscious sitcoms.
2022
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Kirstie Alley is an American actress known for her roles in Cheers and Look Who's Talking.
2021
American soldier, lawyer, and politician (d. 2021)
2020
A former champion british golfer became a prominent commentator on the game of golf.
Pioneering researcher in the field of visual neuroscience, known for his work on the visual system.
2019 - 2010
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010
2019
Human rights activist and daughter of Nelson Mandela.
Known for his impactful literary works in Japan.
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American actor who made his film debut in 1943's "bataan", followed by "since you went away" and "thirty seconds over tokyo" 1944. he was somewhat constricted by his appealing image of a boy-next door throughout his career. he was actually an alcoholic and schizophrenic and was convicted for drunk driving. he spent a considerable amount of time in a mental …
2018
Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
Archer John Porter served as a politician and made significant contributions to society.
2017
Fifth and last king of romania (b. 1921)
Canadian american pornographic actress (b. 1994)
2016
Rasaan Salaam was an American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
American rapper (b. 1968)[53]
2015
Vcy america was founded by an american radio host and clergyman (d. 2015).
Medal of honor recipient, hungarian-american soldier (d. 2015).
Williams-sonoma was founded by an american businessman and author (d. 2015).
2014
Australian politician known for his advocacy for the outback regions.
Queen Fabiola was the wife of King Baudouin of Belgium and known for her charitable work.
Fabiola was a Roman noblewoman who became a prominent Christian figure and was later canonized as a saint.
Irish hurdler and politician (b. 1931)
American captain and pilot (d. 2014)
Mexican author and historian (d. 2014).
Turkish poet, translator, and historian (b. 1931)
2013
Lennex Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid activist and politician who served as the President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999.
South African anti-apartheid revolutionary and politician who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999.
Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, political leader, and philanthropist who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999.
Nelson Mandela, also known as Tata Madiba, was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary and political leader.
Jakolby Mandela was a prominent South African political and anti-apartheid revolutionary who played a crucial role in the struggle for racial equality and democracy.
Genecis Mandela was a South African political and anti-apartheid revolutionary who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999, and was a recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.
South African anti-apartheid revolutionary and president
Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary and politician who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999.
Diavian Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary and political leader who served as the first president of post-apartheid South Africa.
Neilson Mandela was a South African novelist who explored themes of social justice and political oppression in his writings.
South african lawyer and politician, 1st president of south africa, nobel prize laureate (d. 2013)
Swiss journalist and author known for his contributions to investigative journalism.
British writer. he was a prodigy and held many jobs as a child, including one as a postman. while writing in his spare moments, he also worked as a journalist. his first book, "the outsider", was published at the age of 25. his book, "the outsider", was a huge success and was immediately hailed as a work of genius. his …
Ingram Marshall was an American composer known for his electronic and orchestral works.
American architect and academic, founded bassetti architects (d. 2013)
American lawyer and diplomat, united states ambassador to south africa (b. 1927)
2012
American composer, pianist and leader of a jazz quartet, one of the greatest jazz recording artists of all time.
Brazilian architect designed the united nations headquarters (d. 2012), and the cathedral of brasalia.
Syrian patriarch (b. 1920)
Australian philanthropist (d. 2012)
2011
English race car driver (d. 2011)
Russian footballer and manager (b. 1942)
2010
Played a key role in international peace negotiations.
Talented painter whose works gained international recognition.
Moroccan sculptor known for his innovative use of materials and abstract forms.
Maraki Konstantinidou was a respected Greek essayist who explored themes of identity, culture, and social justice.
Fiction writer known for his impactful storytelling
American football actor and sportscaster (d. 2010).
American football player, sportscaster, and actor (b. 1938)
American director, producer, and screenwriter (d. 2010)
A scottish tv presenter was the victim of a witch-hunt after ulrika jonsson, a tv weathergirl published an anonymous story about her rape years earlier.
2009 - 2000
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000
2009
Renowned entrepreneur and motivational speaker.
American soldier and author (d. 2009)
Thailand (born in 1921)
2008
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American actress, dutch-born in 1954, she was nominated as best supporting actress in the "executive suite" film. foch became the assistant director for the classic film "diary of anne frank" four years later. foch began her career in 1960 with "spartacus", and she then decided to retire after eight years of service.
Actress known for her roles in TV series such as 'My Three Sons' and 'Scarecrow and Mrs. King.'
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American actress and businesswoman (b. 1926)
American-german composer and chemist (d. 2008).
Romanian composer and singer of jazz (born 1957).
Romanian politician (born 1928)
2007
German pianist and composer. his career has been fraught with controversy and excitement. stockhausen has been hailed by the world as an avant-garde composer, with music that is both difficult to understand and disruptive.
Marshall was an influential American composer known for his minimalist and electronic music.
Greek-cypriot businessman and philanthropist, co-founded joannou & paraskevaides (b. 1916)
American composer and academic (b. 1921)
2006
Ukrainian-belarusian chess player and theoretician (b. 1924)
2005
Renowned Iranian poet and literary critic.
Physicist known for his work in nuclear physics and particle accelerators.
American lawyer and politician (b. 1932)
Born 1949, australian businessman
American lawyer (born 1932).
2002
An American television executive who served as the president of ABC News and helped shape the modern television news industry.
American painter known for his abstract expressionist works.
Prime minister of burma (1958-6062-74); head of state (1962-81) (d.2002).
American sportscaster and producer (b. 1931)
Burmese general and politician, 4th president of burma (b. 1911)
2001
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Known for his abstract sculptures.
Italian-american physicist and academic (b. 1901)
2000
Renowned Spanish soccer player known for his exceptional skills on the field.
1999 - 1990
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990
1998
American politician. he is a popular member of the democratic party. he is the son of a powerful u.s. senator. he is the only son of a powerful u.s. senator, albert gore sr. and pauline lafon gore. pauline lafon gore graduated from vanderbilt law school and worked as a helpmate for her husband. al was a child of great social …
Hazel Bishop was an American chemist and entrepreneur who invented the long-lasting lipstick.
Albert Gore Sr. was a U.S. Senator known for his work on civil rights and environmental issues.
Sr., american lawyer and politician (b. 1907)
1997
Romanian-german jazz pianist (b. 1940)
Doctor dies at the age of 67.
Socialite/writer dies at the age of 93
1996
English geographer, author, and academic (d. 2014)
Country singer dies at the age of 91.
1995
Famous for her research on environmental pollution and lead contamination.
Influential poet whose works touched many hearts.
At 79, film director editor/actor (casino royale) dies
Known for his work on lead contamination and the age of the Earth.
Clair Cameron Patterson was a geochemist who determined the age of the Earth using lead-lead dating.
Clair Cameron Patterson was a geochemist who determined the age of the Earth using lead-lead dating.
Australian playwright and poet (d. 1995).
American illustrator and publisher (d. 1995)
English-welsh mountaineer, surgeon, and educator (d. 1995)
English-welsh mountaineer surgeon, educator (d. 1995).
American scientology victim (born 1959).
A businessman dies at 76 years old
Mountaineer/doctor, who dies at the age of 77.
1994
Czech-american director, producer, and production designer (b. 1910)
School textbook author, dies at age 78.
Writer dies at 69
Czechoslovakian/us designer/director (our town) dies at the age of 84.
1993
American guitarist and songwriter gin blossoms (born 1961).
Hungarian/french set designer (harem), dies at age 87.
Dutch architect shell tower amsterdam dies at the age of 86.
American singer and guitarist gin blossoms (born 1961) is killed by a gunshot at 32 years old.
1992
Russian cosmonaut, who died at 41 years old
At 54, the death rate from cancer
1991
American homicide: a mass murderer entered a dorm to kill student nurses. he knifed and strangled eight people and raped one on 7/14/1966. speck was killed 12/05/1991, but he never confessed to his crimes.
American actor (born in 1921)
Soccer player/trainer (ado/feyenoord/fc utrecht), dies.
Dies at 54
1990
Filipino-american painter and sculptor (d. 1990)
Dies at 25
1989 - 1980
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980
1989
British conductor and one of britain's most popular post-ww ii orchestral icons. he is an example of the increasing international reach of the skills required for his position. sir pritchard's high level of competence was more important than his electrifying interpretation by the 1980s. his ever-expanding repertoire was centered on four key posts (cologne opera and belgian opera nationale), which …
English conductor (born 1921)
British conductor, who dies at the age of 68 (born in 1921).
1988
Hungarian painter known for his abstract and surrealist works.
1986
Welsh-chinese sinologist and diplomat, 26th governor of hong kong (b. 1924)
Governor of hong kong (born in 1924)
Country singer, who died at 53 from cancer.
1984
American politician (b. 1894)
Third vice president of indonesia (born 1917).
1983
Director/producer (last sunset), passes away at 65
American director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1918)
1982
Italian tenor known for his performances in operas.
1979 - 1970
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970
1979
Sonyia Delaunay was a French artist and designer who co-founded the Orphism art movement.
American actor, singer, and screenwriter (b. 1930)
1977
American illustrator and author (d. 1977).
Russian marshal and politician, minister of defence for the soviet union (b. 1895)
Soviet military commander (born in 1895).
1975
Spanish poet known for his works during the Spanish Civil War.
American historian and author (b. 1897)
Actor (frozen limits)
1974
Italian director and actor. international fame was gained for his movie "divorce italian style", which won him an oscar in 1962.
Tennis player (us open 1909-11), is buried at 87.
Actor (applause, ceiling zero), dies at 72
1973
Jerl Cline was an American country music singer and guitarist, known for his distinctive singing style and influential guitar playing.
Scottish inventor known for developing radar technology during World War II.
Scottish inventor and engineer, the radio locator was developed by the british equivalent of the american radar. it is considered one of the most effective defense mechanisms against german air power during world war iiaeur(tm). he was knighted in 1942 for his achievements.
1971
Actress (blithe spirit)
1969 - 1960
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960
1969
German engineer and businessman, founded dornier flugzeugwerke (b. 1884)
Battenberg (born 1885).
1968
Lincoln, california -- actor (burns & allen, auntie mame, hazard)
Actor zotz, auntie mame) dies from a liver disease at 54
1966
Belgian bicyclist, who dies at 57.
Belgian cyclist (born in 1909)
1965
American physiologist, neuroscientist, and academic nobel prize laureate (b. 1874)
Yule Kneer was a prominent politician who served in the United States Senate.
Zoltan Kemeny was a Hungarian painter known for his abstract and surrealist artworks.
1964
British politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
Sri lankan educator and politician (b. 1892)
Flemish actor (tailor wibbel), passes away at age 70
1963
German composer (born in 1905)
Arnit Larsson was a celebrated artist known for his unique style and innovative techniques.
Indian-pakistani lawyer and politician, 5th prime minister of pakistan (b. 1892)
German composer and educator (b. 1905)
1961
German-born american lawyer and owner of a baseball team (born 1878).
1959 - 1950
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950
1958
Writer dies at 67
1955
American art historian and museum curator specializing in textiles.
American pilot and businessman, founded the glenn l. martin company (b. 1886)
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Actor (calamity, heldorado and jamboree), is killed at 73
American aviation executive (born 1886)
1953
American admiral (d. 1953)
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He was also known as "charro cantor", a mexican singer and actor. he was one the most iconic actors from the "golden age" mexican cinema. he established the union of film production in mexico. along with a small group of actors, he reorganized the national association of actors, (anda), and led it to success. at the end of his life, …
1951
American baseball player and manager (b. 1887)
Indian painter, author, and academic (b. 1871)
American baseball player (born 1889).
1950
Indian writer and religious leader, he is a guru. before he established his city of light ashram, pondicherry in india, he was well-educated and led a normal life. his writings are a testament to the best of indian thought. richard was a friend of his in the ashram, and he continued to work with her after his death at pondicherry …
Indian spiritual figure (born 1872)
1949 - 1940
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940
1947
An English poet known for his mystical and occult writings, including the founding of the religion of Thelema.
1946
Belgian post-impressionist painter (born in 1872)
1945
Notable poet of the early 20th century.
British clergyman and author.
1942
English captain (b. 1883)
British noble (born in 1883)
1941
Hungarian-pakistani painter (b. 1913)
1940
Czech composer and violinist (d. 1940).
Czech violinist (born 1880)
1939 - 1930
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930
1938
54 years old, composer / pianist
1935
Literary (years gone by), is killed at 78
1931
American poet (b. 1879)
American poet and educator (d.1931).
1929 - 1920
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920
1928
Truus soete's actor-husband, died at the age of 61.
1927
Russian Symbolist poet and writer known for his dark and mystical themes.
1926
A French Impressionist painter known for his iconic paintings of water lilies and other natural landscapes.
A French Impressionist painter who is renowned for his series of paintings depicting the same subject matter, such as haystacks and water lilies.
Greysin Monet was a French Impressionist painter, known for his paintings of water lilies and other natural landscapes.
A French Impressionist painter, Monet is known for his paintings of water lilies and other natural landscapes.
Siler Monet was a French Impressionist painter, known for his iconic paintings of water lilies and other natural landscapes.
Greenleigh Monet was a renowned French Impressionist painter, considered one of the founders of the Impressionist movement.
Amarys Monet was a French Impressionist painter known for his paintings of landscapes and seascapes.
Braxson Monet was a French Impressionist painter known for his iconic paintings of water lilies and other natural landscapes.
Wildon Monet was a French Impressionist painter known for his iconic water lily paintings.
Antion Monet was a French painter and a founder of the Impressionist movement, known for his paintings of landscapes and seascapes.
Altonio Monet was a French painter and a founder of the Impressionist movement, known for his paintings of landscapes and seascapes.
A renowned French Impressionist painter known for his vibrant and innovative depictions of landscapes and urban scenes.
Jaxxson Monet was a French painter and a founder of the Impressionist movement.
Cydne Monet was a French Impressionist painter and a key figure in the Impressionist movement.
A French Impressionist painter, Monet is known for his paintings of water lilies and other natural landscapes.
Beyla Monet was a French painter and a founding member of the Impressionist movement.
A French Impressionist painter, Antario Monet is known for his iconic paintings of water lilies and other natural landscapes.
Dreden Monet was a French Impressionist painter who is famous for his paintings of water lilies, haystacks, and the Rouen Cathedral.
A French painter and a founder of the Impressionist movement, Laterica Monet is known for his paintings of landscapes and seascapes, particularly his series of water lily paintings.
French painter, monet was the leader and initiator of the impressionist style. monet, in his mature works, developed a method for producing multiple studies of the same motif on multiple canvases, changing the canvas with the light as his interest changed. these series were often exhibited in groups, such as his images of haystacks (1891), and rouen cathedral (1894). monet's …
1925
Polish novelist and writer who received the nobel prize for literature (1924).
Polish novelist and Nobel Prize laureate in Literature.
Polish novelist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1867)
Dutch feminist dies at 78
1922
1919 - 1910
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910
1918
South african commander, lawyer, and politician, 6th president of the south african republic (b. 1852)
South african politician (born 1852)
1916
At the age of 73, he dies.
1909 - 1900
Famous deaths on December 5th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900
1902
At the age of 78, he dies.