Famous people and celebrities who died on March 8

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on March 8. 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.

• 1923 Johannes Diderik van der Waals

  Nobel Prize laureate for his work on the equation of state for gases and liquids

• 1937 Howie Morenz

  A legendary Canadian ice hockey player who was a star in the early NHL and is considered one of the first hockey superstars. He played for the Montreal Canadiens and tragically died young after complications from a hockey injury.

• 1957 Othmar Schoeck

  Swiss musician and composer, considered to be one of the most important composers of his era. schoeckaeur(tm), a composer and musician best known for his melodic music, has written "massimilia doni", "penthesilea" and other works.

• 1971 Harold Lloyd

  American comedian and actor who passed away at 77 years old due to cancer, known for his comedic performances.

• 1975 George Stevens

  Renowned American film director, producer, and screenwriter who directed classic films like 'Giant', 'Shane', and 'A Place in the Sun'. He was a significant figure in Hollywood's golden age and won multiple Academy Awards.

• 1983 Alan Lennox-Boyd

  Alan Lennox-Boyd was a prominent British Conservative politician who served as Secretary of State for the Colonies during the late colonial era, playing a significant role in British imperial administration.

• 1983 William Walton

  William Walton was a distinguished English composer known for his significant contributions to 20th-century classical music, creating notable works that blended modernist and traditional styles.

• 1991 John Bellairs

  American fantasy and gothic mystery novelist known for works like 'The Chessmen of Doom'.

• 1993 Billy Eckstine

  Renowned African American jazz singer and bandleader who significantly influenced bebop and big band music during the mid-20th century. He was known for his smooth baritone voice and helped break racial barriers in the music industry.

• 1996 Jack Churchill

  British Army officer known as 'Mad Jack' who fought in World War II with a longbow and bagpipes, famous for his unconventional and daring military tactics.

• 1997 Alexander Salkind

  Prominent film producer known for producing the Superman film series starring Christopher Reeve, which revolutionized superhero cinema in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

• 1999 Joe DiMaggio

  Legendary New York Yankees center fielder, considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. His 56-game hitting streak in 1941 remains an unbroken record in Major League Baseball.

• 1999 Adolfo Bioy Casares

  Influential Argentine writer and close collaborator of Jorge Luis Borges, known for his innovative works of fantastic literature.

• 1999 Peggy Cass

  Peggy Cass was a renowned American actress and comedian, best known for her appearances on game shows and television panels. She had a distinctive comedic style and was a popular personality in mid-20th century entertainment.

• 2003 Karen Morley

  American actress known for her roles in Hollywood films during the 1930s and 1940s, who later faced blacklisting during the McCarthy era.

• 2003 Adam Faith

  Prominent English singer, actor, and pop icon of the 1960s who had several hit songs and later transitioned into acting and business.

• 2005 Aslan Maskhadov

  Prominent Chechen separatist leader who served as the third president of the Chechen Republic of Ichkeria during the tumultuous Chechen Wars, known for his political and military leadership against Russian forces.

• 2007 John Inman

  British comedy actor famous for his iconic role as Mr. Humphries in the popular sitcom 'Are You Being Served?'. He was a beloved television personality known for his flamboyant and camp character portrayal during the 1970s and 1980s.

• 2012 Simin Daneshvar

  Prominent Iranian novelist, short story writer, and university professor who was a pioneering figure in modern Persian literature. She was the first Iranian woman to publish a novel and is considered one of the most important Iranian writers of the 20th century.

• 2014 William Guarnere

  William Guarnere was a famous American paratrooper and member of the 'Band of Brothers' who served with distinction during World War II in Easy Company, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment.

• 2014 Leo Bretholz

  Holocaust survivor and author who shared his powerful experiences of survival during World War II, contributing to Holocaust remembrance and education.

• 2015 Sam Simon

  Sam Simon was a renowned American television writer, producer, and director best known as a co-developer of the groundbreaking animated series 'The Simpsons'. He was a key creative force in the show's early years and significantly shaped its comedic style and cultural impact.

• 2016 George Martin

  George martin is a renowned novelist best known for his epic fantasy series, a song of ice and fire, which was adapted into the popular television series game of thrones.

• 2017 George A. Olah

  Nobel Prize laureate for his contribution to carbocation chemistry

• 2018 Kate Wilhelm

  Renowned American science fiction novelist who won multiple prestigious awards including the Nebula, Hugo, Jupiter, and Locus Awards. She was a significant contributor to the sci-fi literary genre during the 1970s.

• 2020 Max von Sydow

  Max von Sydow was a legendary Swedish-French actor renowned for his versatile and profound performances in international cinema. He collaborated with iconic directors like Ingmar Bergman and appeared in groundbreaking films across multiple decades. His roles in 'The Seventh Seal', 'The Exorcist', and 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' cemented his status as a global acting legend.