Famous people and celebrities who died on November 6

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on November 6. 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.

• 1964 Hans Karl August Simon von Euler-Chelpin

  Nobel Prize laureate for their investigations on the fermentation of sugar and fermentative enzymes

• 1964 Hugo Koblet

  Swiss professional cyclist known as the 'Pédaleur de Charme', who was a prominent competitor in the 1950s. He won the Giro d'Italia in 1950 and was a significant figure in European cycling.

• 1978 Harry Bertoia

  Harry Bertoia was a renowned Italian-American artist and designer famous for his innovative metal sculptures and iconic wire furniture. He created decorative screens for prestigious public spaces and designed the famous Diamond Chair for Knoll Associates.

• 1984 Gastón Suárez

  Prominent Bolivian playwright and author known for his significant contributions to Latin American literature during the mid-20th century.

• 1985 Sanjeev Kumar

  Sanjeev Kumar was a legendary Bollywood actor renowned for his exceptional versatility and memorable performances in classic Hindi cinema, particularly in iconic films like Sholay and Angoor.

• 1985 Joel Crothers

  American actor who made his Broadway debut at age 12 and was a regular on TV soaps like 'Dark Shadows' and 'The Doctors'.

• 1987 Zohar Argov

  Zohar Argov was a legendary Israeli singer who significantly influenced Mediterranean and Mizrahi music, known for his powerful voice and emotional performances.

• 1991 Gene Tierney

  Iconic Hollywood actress of the 1940s and 1950s, known for her stunning beauty and memorable performances in film noir classics like 'Laura' and 'Leave Her to Heaven'. She was a major star at 20th Century Fox and received an Oscar nomination for her powerful acting.

• 1995 Aneta Corsaut

  American actress best known for her role as Helen Crump on 'The Andy Griffith Show'.

• 1996 Tommy Lawton

  Legendary English footballer who played as a center-forward and was considered one of the most prolific goal scorers of his era, representing Nottingham Forest, Chelsea, and the England national team.

• 2000 L. Sprague de Camp

  L. Sprague de Camp was a prolific American science fiction and fantasy author, known for his significant contributions to speculative fiction and historical writing.

• 2001 Anthony Shaffer

  Accomplished British playwright and screenwriter best known for the mystery thriller 'Sleuth', which won a Tony Award and was adapted into a film.

• 2003 Rie Mastenbroek

  Dutch Olympic swimmer who won multiple medals in the 1936 Berlin Olympics, later becoming a respected swimming coach.

• 2004 Johnny Warren

  Prominent Australian soccer pioneer who significantly influenced football development in Australia, known for his extensive contributions as a player, manager, and sports commentator.

• 2004 Fred Dibnah

  Renowned English steeplejack and television personality known for his documentaries about industrial heritage and traditional craftsmanship.

• 2005 Anthony Sawoniuk

  Belarusian ss officer (b. 1921)

• 2006 Francisco Fernández Ochoa

  Spanish alpine skier who won the gold medal in slalom at the 1972 Winter Olympics, a significant achievement in Spanish winter sports history.

• 2006 Federico López

  Mexican-puerto rican basketball player (b. 1962)

• 2007 Enzo Biagi

  Prominent Italian journalist, writer, and television personality who was a leading intellectual and media figure in Italy for several decades.

• 2007 Hank Thompson

  Renowned American country and western swing singer-songwriter known for his influential music career spanning several decades.

• 2007 Hilda Braid

  English actress known for her character roles in television and theater, with a career spanning several decades in British entertainment.

• 2012 Clive Dunn

  English actor and comedian best known for his role in the popular BBC sitcom 'Dad's Army', where he played the beloved character Lance Corporal Jack Jones.

• 2013 Ace Parker

  Hall of Fame football player who was a versatile athlete, excelling in both professional football and baseball during the 1930s and 1940s.

• 2014 Tommy Macpherson

  Scottish soldier and businessman (b. 1920)

• 2014 Rick Rosas

  American bass player (b. 1949)

• 2015 Yitzhak Navon

  Prominent Israeli politician who served as the fifth President of Israel from 1978 to 1983. He was the first Israeli president born in Jerusalem and was known for his literary and diplomatic contributions.

• 2015 Bobby Campbell

  English footballer and manager (b. 1937)

• 2017 Richard F. Gordon Jr.

  American naval officer, aviator, test pilot, and NASA astronaut who made significant contributions to space exploration during the Gemini and Apollo missions.

• 2018 Bernard Landry

  Prominent Canadian politician who served as the 28th Premier of Quebec from 1997 to 2001, representing the Parti Québécois and playing a significant role in Quebec's political landscape.

• 2022 Edward C. Prescott

  Nobel Prize laureate for their contributions to dynamic macroeconomics: the time consistency of economic policy and the driving forces behind business cycles