Famous people and celebrities who died on September 10

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on September 10. 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.

• 1920 Olive Thomas

  Olive Thomas was a silent film actress known for her beauty and charm.

• 1961 Leo Carrillo

  American cartoonist and actor (d. 1961).

• 1971 Pier Angeli

  Italian-American actress who rose to fame in Rome and Hollywood, known for her breakthrough roles in films like 'Teresa' and 'Domani è troppo tardi'. She was a prominent actress in the 1950s Hollywood scene.

• 1975 George Paget Thomson

  Nobel Prize laureate for their experimental discovery of the diffraction of electrons by crystals

• 1976 Dalton Trumbo

  Prominent Hollywood screenwriter known for his significant contributions to cinema and his courageous stance during the Hollywood blacklist era.

• 1983 Felix Bloch

  PHY - Swiss-american physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1905)

• 1983 B J Vorster

  South African politician who served as Prime Minister from 1966 to 1978, playing a significant role during the apartheid era.

• 1983 Norah Lofts

  Prolific English novelist known for historical fiction and compelling storytelling. She wrote numerous books that gained significant popularity during the mid-20th century.

• 1985 Jock Stein

  Legendary Scottish football manager who made history by becoming the first British manager to win the European Cup with Celtic, leading the team to unprecedented domestic success.

• 1988 Virginia Satir

  Virginia Satir was a pioneering American family therapist who revolutionized the understanding of family dynamics and communication. She authored influential books and developed innovative therapeutic techniques that significantly impacted the field of psychotherapy.

• 1995 Charles Denner

  French actor known for notable roles in films like 'Mado Stella' and 'Z Landru', who had a successful career in cinema and passed away at 69.

• 1996 Joanne Dru

  American actress known for her roles in Western and film noir movies during the 1940s and 1950s, including 'Red River' and 'All the King's Men'.

• 1997 Burgess Meredith

  Renowned American actor famous for iconic roles in Batman as the Penguin and as Mickey in Rocky, a versatile performer with a long and distinguished career in film and television.

• 2005 Hermann Bondi

  Hermann Bondi was a prominent mathematician and cosmologist who made significant contributions to the understanding of general relativity and cosmological theories. He was a key figure in developing the steady-state theory of the universe and served as Chief Scientific Adviser to the UK government. Bondi was also known for his work in gravitational research and scientific administration.

• 2005 Clarence Brown (Gatemouth)

  Renowned blues musician and guitarist known as 'Gatemouth' Brown, who significantly influenced blues and roots music in the 20th century.

• 2006 Patty Berg

  Pioneering American professional golfer who was instrumental in establishing the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA). She won multiple major championships and was a key figure in women's golf during the mid-20th century.

• 2007 Jane Wyman

  Jane Wyman was a prominent Hollywood actress who won an Academy Award and was notably the first wife of President Ronald Reagan.

• 2007 Anita Roddick

  Pioneering entrepreneur who founded The Body Shop, revolutionizing the cosmetics industry with her commitment to ethical and environmentally sustainable business practices.

• 2011 Cliff Robertson

  Acclaimed American actor who won an Emmy for 'The Game' and an Oscar for 'Charly', known for his versatile performances in film and television.

• 2014 Richard Kiel

  American actor famous for playing the iconic steel-toothed villain 'Jaws' in James Bond films, particularly 'The Spy Who Loved Me'. Standing at 2.18m tall, he was known for his imposing physical presence in movies and television.

• 2014 Emilio Botín

  Emilio Botín was a prominent Spanish banker who led Banco Santander for decades, transforming it into a global financial powerhouse. He was known for his strategic leadership and significant role in expanding the bank's international presence. Botín was considered one of the most influential business leaders in Spain.

• 2015 Adrian Frutiger

  Renowned Swiss typeface designer who revolutionized typography in the 20th century, creating iconic fonts used globally in print and digital media.

• 2017 Len Wein

  Legendary comic book writer and editor who co-created iconic Marvel and DC characters like Wolverine and Swamp Thing, significantly influencing the comic book industry.

• 2020 Diana Rigg

  Renowned British actress famous for her role as Emma Peel in 'The Avengers' and her distinguished Shakespearean performances. She was a versatile actress who made significant contributions to television and film.

• 2023 Ian Wilmut

  Pioneering scientist who led the team that successfully cloned Dolly the sheep, a groundbreaking moment in genetic research.