Famous people and celebrities who died on June 12

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on June 12. 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.

• 1912 Frédéric Passy

  PEA - French economist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1822)

• 1936 Karl Kraus

  Austrian writer known for his satirical works.

• 1957 Jimmy Dorsey

  Shenandoah (pennsylvania) -- orchestra leader (stage show)

• 1963 Medgar Evers

  Prominent African American civil rights activist who was assassinated in 1963, becoming a pivotal figure in the Civil Rights Movement.

• 1972 Saul Alinsky

  Influential community organizer and author of 'Rules for Radicals', who significantly impacted social activism and political organizing.

• 1980 Milburn Stone

  American actor best known for playing Dr. 'Doc' Adams on the long-running and iconic Western television series Gunsmoke, which aired from 1955 to 1975.

• 1980 Masayoshi Ohira

  Prominent Japanese politician who served as Prime Minister from 1978 to 1980, known for his significant contributions to Japan's economic development and international diplomacy.

• 1982 Karl von Frisch

  MED - Austrian-german ethologist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1886)

• 1983 Norma Shearer

  Norma Shearer was a prominent Canadian-American actress who was a major Hollywood star during the Golden Age of Cinema, winning an Academy Award and becoming one of MGM's most successful leading ladies.

• 1989 Lou Monte

  Italian-American singer known for novelty songs like 'Peppino the Italian Mouse', a popular comedic performer in the mid-20th century who blended humor and music.

• 1994 Nicole Brown Simpson

  Nicole Brown Simpson was the ex-wife of NFL player O.J. Simpson, who was brutally murdered in 1994, sparking one of the most famous criminal trials in American history.

• 1994 Menachem Mendel Schneerson

  The seventh and last Rebbe of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, a highly influential Jewish spiritual leader who significantly expanded the movement's global reach and impact during the 20th century.

• 1997 Bulat Okudzhava

  Renowned Russian singer-songwriter, poet, and novelist who was a significant figure in the Soviet bardic tradition, known for his poetic and musical contributions.

• 1999 J. F. Powers

  Acclaimed American novelist and short story writer known for his satirical and insightful works exploring religious and social themes.

• 2002 Bill Blass

  Renowned American fashion designer who transformed women's wear and built a $200 million fashion empire during the 1970s. He was a pivotal figure in American fashion design and business.

• 2003 Gregory Peck

  Legendary Hollywood actor known for his iconic role in 'To Kill a Mockingbird', for which he won an Oscar. He was a highly respected performer with numerous prestigious awards, including the AFI and Kennedy Center lifetime achievement honors.

• 2006 Gyorgy Ligeti

  Renowned Hungarian composer of contemporary classical music, known for his innovative and avant-garde compositional techniques that significantly influenced 20th-century music.

• 2006 Kenneth Thomson

  Canadian businessman and art collector who served as the 2nd Baron Thomson. He was a prominent figure in Canadian media and business circles.

• 2006 Nicky Barr

  Australian World War II fighter pilot and rugby player who served with distinction in the Royal Australian Air Force and played rugby at a high level.

• 2011 Carl Gardner

  Carl Gardner was a prominent American singer and founding member of the legendary R&B group The Coasters, known for their influential rock and roll and doo-wop music in the 1950s.

• 2012 Elinor Ostrom

  ECO - American political scientist and economist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1933)

• 2013 Jason Leffler

  Jason Leffler was an accomplished American race car driver who competed in NASCAR and IndyCar series before his tragic death in a sprint car racing accident in 2013.

• 2019 Sylvia Miles

  Acclaimed American actress known for memorable roles in 'Midnight Cowboy' and 'Farewell My Lovely', who was twice Oscar-nominated for her brief but impactful performances.

• 2022 Philip Baker Hall

  Renowned character actor known for distinctive roles in films like Boogie Nights and Hard Eight, with a career spanning several decades in film and television.

• 2023 Treat Williams

  Renowned American actor known for roles in films like 'Hair', 'Prince of the City', and TV series 'Everwood'. Tragically died in a motorcycle accident in 2023.

• 2023 Silvio Berlusconi

  Duplicate entry for Silvio Berlusconi

• 2023 John Romita Sr.

  John Romita Sr. was a legendary comic book artist who significantly influenced Marvel Comics, particularly in defining the visual style of Spider-Man during the 1960s and 1970s.