Famous people and celebrities who died on March 5

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on March 5. 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.

• 1815 Franz Mesmer

  German doctor who pioneered the practice of hypnotism. his "sa(c),ances", in which he "magnetized patients", were a media hit. however, the medical profession thought he was a fraud.

• 1895 Nikolai Leskov

  Nikolai Leskov was a Russian novelist, short story writer, and playwright, known for his innovative literary style and his deep understanding of Russian culture.

• 1926 Clement Ader

  Clement Ader was a French inventor and engineer who made significant contributions to the early development of aviation.

• 1950 Roman Shukhevych

  Ukrainian military and political leader who was a prominent figure in the Ukrainian Insurgent Army during World War II and the resistance against Soviet occupation. He was a key leader of the Ukrainian nationalist movement and fought for Ukrainian independence.

• 1953 Joseph Stalin

  Russian politician and marxist at the age of 15. he defeated trotsky to become the country's leader after the death of lenin. he founded "pravda", the communist party's newspaper, in 1911. he was eventually elected prime minister and leader of the communist party of the ussr. he was the author of numerous books about socialism and believed he was leading …

• 1963 Patsy Cline

  Pioneering country music singer who broke gender barriers in the music industry. She was the first woman inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1973, leaving an indelible mark on American music despite her tragically short life.

• 1963 Hawkshaw Hawkins

  Country music singer from Huntington, West Virginia, known for his performances on the Ozark Jubilee and tragically killed in a plane crash in 1963.

• 1963 Cowboy Copas

  Influential country music singer-songwriter known for his contributions to the Nashville sound during the mid-20th century, with notable hits and a career tragically cut short.

• 1965 Pepper Martin

  Professional baseball player for the St. Louis Cardinals, known for his exceptional speed and versatility on the field during the 1930s.

• 1967 Mohammad Mossadegh

  Iranian prime minister (born in 1882)

• 1971 Winnie Lightner

  Actress (gold dust gertie sit tight, actress) dies at 71

• 1974 Billy De Wolfe

  American actor (born in 1907)

• 1980 Jay Silverheels

  Native American actor best known for playing Tonto alongside Clayton Moore in the iconic 'The Lone Ranger' television series from 1949 to 1957.

• 1982 John Belushi

  Iconic comedian and actor from Saturday Night Live known for his wild comedy style and memorable film roles in 'Animal House' and 'The Blues Brothers'. His brilliant but tragically short career was marked by exceptional comedic talent and personal struggles with substance abuse.

• 1984 William Powell

  William powell was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as the thin man series and my man godfrey.

• 1984 Tito Gobbi

  Tito Gobbi was a renowned Italian operatic baritone who had a distinguished international career, performing at prestigious venues like the Metropolitan Opera in New York since his debut in 1938.

• 1985 Brenda Ueland

  Brenda Ueland was an American journalist, editor, and teacher who wrote extensively on the craft of writing.

• 1993 Cyril Collard

  French actor and filmmaker known for his groundbreaking work on AIDS awareness and LGBTQ+ representation. He directed the film 'Les Nuits Fauves' (Savage Nights) before dying from AIDS complications.

• 1999 Richard Kiley

  Versatile American actor known for his memorable performances in musical and dramatic roles, particularly his lead role in 'Man of La Mancha' and his appearance in the classic film 'Blackboard Jungle'.

• 2000 Lolo Ferrari

  French performer known for her work as a dancer, actress, and singer, who tragically passed away in 2000.

• 2003 Hardy Amies

  Prominent British fashion designer who served as official dressmaker to Queen Elizabeth II and was known for his sophisticated and elegant designs for the royal family.

• 2006 Richard Kuklinski

  Notorious American contract killer and hitman for organized crime, known as 'The Iceman' for his method of freezing victims' bodies.

• 2008 Joseph Weizenbaum

  Renowned computer scientist and artificial intelligence pioneer who created ELIZA, one of the first conversational computer programs that demonstrated early natural language processing capabilities.

• 2013 Hugo Chávez

  Controversial Venezuelan political leader who served as president from 1999 to 2013, known for his socialist policies, anti-imperialist stance, and significant impact on Latin American politics.

• 2014 Ola L. Mize

  American military colonel and Medal of Honor recipient who demonstrated extraordinary courage during military service.

• 2016 Nikolaus Harnoncourt

  Nikolaus Harnoncourt was a renowned Austrian conductor and cellist who revolutionized the performance of early music. He was a leading figure in the historically informed performance movement, bringing new insights to Baroque and Classical repertoire. His interpretations profoundly influenced classical music performance practices.

• 2016 Ray Tomlinson

  Legendary computer programmer who invented email and chose the '@' symbol for email addresses, fundamentally transforming global communication.

• 2018 Trevor Baylis

  Innovative English inventor who created the wind-up radio, revolutionizing communication in areas without electricity.