December 10th famous deaths
List of celebrities and famous people who died on December 10th
2029 - 2020
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020
2023
American politician, 54th governor of kentucky (d. 2023)
2021
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American musician and member of "the monkees". the tv producers bert schneider, bob rafelson created the group. they put together the four young men in 1965 to create a weekly series based on the beatles' irreverent humor. a few of their hits included "last train to clarksville" and "i'm a believer".
2020
Prolific essayist whose insightful writings left a lasting impact.
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British comedian actor, known for her sexy roles in the 1967 "carry on" films. she is known for her blonde beehive hairstyle, which has made an impact on film audiences since the 1950s.
Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology.
American actor and wrestler (b. 1958)
American actress (b. 1944)
Lebanese-brazilian financier (b.1938)
2019 - 2010
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010
2019
Influential essayist whose works shed light on societal issues.
American composer and musician (b. 1922)
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American producer and actor
American painter (b. 1932)
2018
American entrepreneur known for his solo circumnavigation of the globe in a sailboat.
2017
Renowned for contributions to organic chemistry.
Aravind Joshi was an Indian linguist and computer scientist who made significant contributions to the field of natural language processing.
Simeon Booker was a pioneering African-American journalist known for his coverage of the Civil Rights Movement.
English journalist and publicist (d. 2017)
American minister (b. 1924)
American internet personality (b. 1950)
American filmmaker (b. 1937)
2016
Renowned theoretical physicist known for his contributions to quantum field theory.
United States District Judge for the District of Minnesota.
2015
Talented painter whose works are celebrated for their emotional depth.
Known for his impactful plays that explore social issues.
American basketball coach and player (d. 2015).
Renowned for her evocative and introspective poetry collections.
American race car driver and businessman (b. 1948)
Honduran footballer (d. 2015)
Canadian director and producer (d. 2015)
2014
Bearl Baraka, formerly known as Leroi Jones, was an American poet, playwright, and activist who was a prominent figure in the Black Arts Movement of the 1960s.
Canadian ice hockey player (b. 1925)
American journalist and politician (d. 2014)
American diplomat, 19th united states ambassador to pakistan (b. 1931)
German author and publicist (b. 1923)
Dutch cyclist (b. 1944)
2013
American composer and guitarist (d. 2013).
Indian politician and the titular maharaja of mysore(b. 1946)
American baseball player and coach (b. 1923)
English-australian director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1936)
2012
Bangladeshi academic and politician, 13th president of bangladesh (b. 1931)
Spanish lawyer and politician (b. 1930)
English fashion designer (d. 2012)
2010
American chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 2010)
Charliee Wilson was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Texas's 2nd congressional district from 1973 to 1987.
Pioneered research in genetic engineering.
American horse trainer and breeder (born in 1921)
Armenian-american director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1913)
American chemist, nobel laureate. (born 1917).
Turkish-born american documentarian (born 1913)
2009 - 2000
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000
2009
Russian soldier and physicist (b. 1925)
2008
Renowned Belgian painter known for his vibrant landscapes and still life compositions.
Noted astronomer who studied celestial bodies and made important discoveries.
Noted poet known for his lyrical works.
Filipino singer (born 1948).
2007
Turkish businessman, founded vakko (b. 1913)
Pakastani-born canadian honor killing victim (born 1991)
Canadian actress (born 1981).
2006
Chilean dictator who ruled from 1973 to 1990.
Chilean dictator who removed allende from chile's presidency and made himself, for many years, one the most brutal, ruthless, and right-wing rulers this end of the equator. he ruled for 17 years with a strict repressive regime before he was forced to resign. the man with the dark glasses and the ominous eyes devised a series legal barriers to avoid …
Military leader who ruled Chile as a dictator from 1973 to 1990.
English-american writer and educator (d. 2006).
2005
Renowned diplomat and peace negotiator
Renowned for contributions to number theory.
Renowned actress known for her iconic roles in classic films.
Celebrated poet whose works touched the hearts of many.
![Richard Pryor]()
American actor and comedian. he was a brash, sharp star of tv, films, and night clubs who thrived on chaos. he was elected to the comedy hall of fame. his low-life humor and earthy humor earned him great popularity. he won two grammy's for comedy albums and appeared in tv specials and movies as a guest star. he was also …
Former NFL player who played for the Detroit Lions and the Brooklyn Dodgers.
American politician, teacher, and writer. he was a minnesota senator and is best known for challenging lyndon b. johnson to the democratic presidential nomination in 1968. he is the author of "colony of the world," 1994 and "selected poems," 1997, as well as "no fault politics," 1998. he was a provocative and witty thinker who defied the easy definition of …
Gene McCarthy was a U.S. Senator known for his opposition to the Vietnam War.
Nigerian pastor known for his impactful ministry work.
American poet, academic, and politician (b. 1916)
American actress (d. 2005).
2004
American investigative journalist and award-winning investigator who discovered a cia connection to cocaine trafficking in 1980s iran-contra case in 1996.
Guyanese politician and lawyer who played a key role in the country's independence movement.
2003
American physicist known for his work on the Manhattan Project.
Israeli biologist known for his research in genetics and molecular biology.
Dublin, ireland -- actor (jack-californians, my chauffeur)
2002
Belgian painter known for his abstract and expressionist works.
Swedish journalist and politician (d. 2002)
Scottish actor, director, and producer (b. 1925)
Swedish-born estonian journalist and politician (born 1945).
2001
Notable sculptor recognized for his innovative use of materials and forms.
Renowned author known for his impactful novels on social issues.
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Indian actor, singer, and producer (b. 1911)
2000
Renowned author known for his captivating storytelling.
Mexican novelist acclaimed for his impactful storytelling.
Pioneering biologist known for his research on genetics and evolution.
American singer and actress (d. 2000).
1999 - 1990
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990
1999
Canadian singer/bass player for "the band", a band that was formed in 1961 by four canadians and one american southerner. they enjoyed touring with bob dylan and other top rock'n’roll acts in the late 1960s. their music was both mystical and earthy, and unsurpassed in its depth and originality. they were together almost a decade before they had their first …
Gwyn Jones was a renowned historian known for his works on Norse mythology.
American historian of spanish america (b. 1912)
Croatian general and politician, 1st president of croatia (b. 1922)
![Shirley Hemphill]()
American actress (born 1947).
1998
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
Renowned abstract painter known for his vibrant use of colors.
Noted essayist known for her insightful commentary.
1997
Iconic jazz singer with a powerful voice.
Stage dancer/singer, dies at age 97.
1996
American singer-songwriter/guitarist (the country gentlemen, the seldom scene). (d. 1996).
Farron Young was a renowned country music singer known for hits like 'Hello Walls' and 'Live Fast, Love Hard, Die Young.'
Faron Young was a successful country music singer known for hits like 'Hello Walls' and 'Live Fast, Love Hard, Die Young.'
![Faron Young]()
Country singer/actor, hidden guns, commits suicide at the age of 34.
1995
Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics and biochemistry.
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
American rapper (d. 1995)
Communist, dies at the age of 88.
85-year-old journalist dies
Philosopher/writer dies at 48
Literary critic/poet dies at 95
American rapper, who died at 28 years old (b. 1967).
1994
Canadian sprinter and coach (d. 1994)
English lawyer and politician, secretary of state for education (d. 1994)
At 85, a concert pianist/music director dies.
English politician and lawyer secretary of state for education
Doctor dies at the age of 92.
Jamaican singer (d. 1994)
1993
American soprano and philanthropist (d. 1993).
Director/writer (little wars: veiled man) dies at 42
1992
English tennis player and sportscaster (d. 1992).
Equadorian general, dies.
1991
Contributed to the study of marine biology and ecology.
Austrian-american painter and academic (b. 1901)
South african singer (ladysmith black mambazo). (born 1945).
Us photographer dies at the age of 93
1990
Occidental petroleum was founded by an american doctor and businessman (d. 1990).
American business magnate known for his leadership of Occidental Petroleum.
1989 - 1980
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980
1989
Abbi Laybourne was a renowned paleontologist known for her work on fossilized dinosaur eggs.
1988
English cricketer and coach (b. 1911)
American actor (b. 1933)
English philanthropist and activist (b. 1895)
American actor (born 1933).
Comedy star (clair & mcmahon facts of life), succumbs to aids
Aqctor (honor thy father) dies at 55
1987
Renowned violinist known for his exceptional technique and artistry.
Greek actor (born 1910).
1986
American singer-songwriter and guitarist (d. 1986)
Actress (sorority girl carnival rock).
1985
Pioneering scientist who revolutionized the field of physics.
1983
Actress (dancing moms), dies at the age of 84
1982
Half of the famous radio duo 'Amos 'n' Andy' during the early 20th century.
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American screenwriter and actor (d. 1982).
Composer dies at 94
1981
Renowned American painter known for her vibrant landscapes.
Television host (information please) dies at 89
1980
Perline Chevalier was a renowned French classical pianist and composer.
1979 - 1970
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970
1979
![Ann Dvorak]()
Actress (g men. life of her own. scarface), dies in 67
1978
American screenwriter and producer of actor films (d. 1978).
At 75, zen teacher hakuin rinzai dies.
Jr., american filmmaker (born in 1924)
Director (plan 9), passes away at 54 from heart failure.
1977
Arvid Nyholm was a sculptor famous for his modernist works in bronze and stone.
Legendary college basketball coach at the University of Kentucky.
Adolph Rupp was a pioneering computer scientist known for his work in early computing systems.
1975
Yiddish poet and writer with a focus on Jewish themes.
1974
Japanese general (d. 1974)
Actor (dr thompson breaking point), dies at fifty
1973
German-american microbiologist and academic (b. 1922)
American microbiologist (born 1922)
Actor (dance fools dance), passes away at 81
1972
American poet, critic, and academic (b. 1894)
At 78, us literary (our lady peace) dies
1971
Dutch minister of education/prime minister (1965-66), is killed at 57
1970
Odies Bates was a renowned American essayist known for his insightful and thought-provoking writings.
1969 - 1960
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960
1969
Composer dies at 75
Composer dies at 62
1968
American Trappist monk, writer, and social activist, known for his contemplative writings.
![Thomas Merton]()
French-american poet, monk and mystic, he was a social critic, writer, poet, and monk. he touched many minds and hearts in the 20th century. after eight years of silence, he entered the trappist monastery in kentucky in 1941 and was ordained in 1949.
Trappist monk known for his writings on spirituality and contemplative life.
Northern irish lawyer and politician (b. 1921)
Swiss theologian and author (b. 1886)
Actress (children of the wild), dead at 65
The assistant pastor at geneva in 1909, he was a swiss theologian. he was the pastor in safenwil, switzerland, from 1911 to 21. although he was not a fundamentalist, he tried to derive all his doctrine from the bible. barth returned to basel in 1935 as a professor. his patriarchal status among protestant preachers rose to the top after 1945. …
Northern irish politician (born in 1921)
1967
Renowned soul singer known for hits like 'Sittin' On The Dock of the Bay'
![Otis Redding]()
26-year-old singer ("sittin' on the dock of the bay") dies in a plane crash.
Otis Redding was a renowned American singer-songwriter known for hits like 'Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay.'
Rocker (bar-kays), dies in plane crash.
Rocker (barkays) dies in an airplane crash.
Composer dies at 71
American soul and r&b singer (born 1948).
American soul and r&b singer (born 1949).
Rocker (barkays) dies in an airplane crash.
Rocker (barkays), who was killed in a crash of a plane.
1966
Contributed to the development of X-ray crystallography.
Composer dies at 65
1965
American pianist/composer (aeolianharp), passes away at the age of 68.
1963
Indian historian and diplomat (b. 1894)
1959 - 1950
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950
1959
![Henri Vidal]()
French film actor, vidal made his film debut with edith piaf in montmartre-sur-seine (1941). vidal appeared in 36 films between 1941-1959.
1958
American horse breeder, rancher, and philanthropist (b. 1864)
Flemish physician dies at 72.
1957
General and politician from greece (d. 1957).
1956
Translator and poet from belarusian-israeli (d. 1956).
1953
Renowned for his translation of the Quran into English.
Indian-born translator and scholar (born 1872)
1951
English author and playwright (b. 1869)
British-american author of short stories and the occult. he was a new york journalist in 1892. in 1905, he published his first short story. at 17 he discovered theosophy and, three years later, met his hindu teacher.
1949 - 1940
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940
1948
South korean journalist, poet, and painter (b. 1896)
1946
American politician and women's rights advocate.
Renowned American journalist known for his newspaper columns and short stories.
Hall of Fame pitcher with a career record of 417 wins and known for his fastball.
Hall of Fame pitcher with a career record of 417 wins and known for his fastball.
1945
Lucylle Blodgett was an electrical engineer who worked on the development of early telecommunications systems.
German nazi officer (born 1913).
1944
Belgian author, entrepreneur and visionary. he is also a lawyer and peace activist. otlet is credited with the creation of the universal decimal classification (one of the most famous examples of faceted classification). otlet was responsible to the widespread adoption of the american 3x5-inch index card in europe. this card was used up until recently in all library catalogs in …
Recipient of the victoria cross for english captain (d. 1944).
1941
American captain and pilot (b. 1915)
1939 - 1930
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930
1939
American triathlete and gymnast (d. 1939).
Composer dies at 45
1938
Composer dies at 35
1936
Italian dramatist, novelist, and poet nobel prize laureate (b. 1867)
York Hincks was a Canadian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of variable stars.
English cricketer (d. 1936)
Italian writer who was acutely aware of the conflicts and frustrations of values. he was a notable novelist and won the nobel prize for literature in 1934. his most well-known plays include "enrico iv", and "six characters in search of an author."
1935
Landbouw high school's 1st rector dies at 78
1932
Beaumont Alexander was a British politician known for his contributions to social reform.
Australian politician, 16th premier of new south wales (b. 1857)
1931
Noted American author known for his works on Western themes.
He was one of the most outstanding belgian symbolist poets. his material was the daily life and folklore in his hometown. his poems often reflect his religious beliefs. he was an honest roman catholic.
1929 - 1920
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920
1929
Pioneered research in the field of electromagnetism.
American actor, and the first child of bing crosby and kathryn grant's second marriage. he was part of the 1980 horror film, friday the 13th.
German-Jewish philosopher known for his work 'Star of Redemption' and contributions to Jewish thought.
1928
A Scottish architect, designer, and artist who was a leading proponent of the Arts and Crafts movement and Art Nouveau.
Scottish designer, architect, and illustrator (born 1868).
1926
Serbian politician, 46th prime minister of serbia (b. 1845)
Serbian politician (born 1845)
1925
Pioneering chemist who made significant contributions to the study of colloids.
1924
August Belmont Jr. was an American businessman and racehorse owner who continued the Belmont family's involvement in the horse racing industry.
1922
Clement Wragge was an Australian meteorologist known for his pioneering work in weather forecasting.
English meteorologist and author (b. 1852)
1921
At 38 years old, he dies.
1920
American businessman, co-founded dodge (b. 1868)
American automobile manufacturer (born 1868)
1919 - 1910
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910
1917
English-canadian journalist and politician, 5th prime minister of canada (b. 1823)
1911
Johnjoseph Hooker was a renowned British botanist and explorer who made significant contributions to the field of plant taxonomy.
Joseth Hooker was a British botanist and explorer who made significant contributions to the study of plant taxonomy and biogeography.
English botanist and explorer (b. 1817)
English botanist (born 1817)
At the age of 94, dies.
1910
At the age of 76, he dies.
1909 - 1900
Famous deaths on December 10th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900
1909
American tribal chief (of the oglala nation) (b. 1822)
1903
Contributed to the development of the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation in biochemistry.