Famous people and celebrities who died on September 12

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

• 1962 Rangeya Raghav

  Prominent Indian playwright and author who made significant contributions to Hindi literature during the mid-20th century.

• 1977 Robert Lowell

  Robert Lowell was a highly influential American poet and a key figure in the confessional poetry movement. He won the Pulitzer Prize and was considered one of the most important American poets of the 20th century. His work often explored personal struggles, mental health, and social issues.

• 1977 Steven Biko

  Prominent South African anti-apartheid activist who died in police custody, becoming a powerful symbol of resistance against racial oppression.

• 1981 Eugenio Montale

  LIT - Italian writer, nobel prize laureate (b. 1896)

• 1992 Anthony Perkins

  Iconic American actor best known for his haunting portrayal of Norman Bates in Alfred Hitchcock's psychological thriller 'Psycho', which became a landmark performance in cinema history.

• 1993 Raymond Burr

  Raymond Burr was a renowned actor famous for his iconic roles in TV series Perry Mason and Ironside, and was also known for his humanitarian work and advocacy.

• 1994 Tom Ewell

  Renowned American actor and comedian best known for his roles in classic films like 'The Seven Year Itch' alongside Marilyn Monroe. He was a prominent figure in Hollywood during the 1950s and 1960s.

• 1994 Boris Yegorov

  Soviet cosmonaut and physician who became the first medical doctor to travel into space aboard the Voskhod 1 mission in 1964.

• 1995 Jeremy Brett

  Renowned British actor famous for his iconic portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in Granada Television's series and for his role as Freddie in 'My Fair Lady'.

• 2000 Stanley Turrentine

  Renowned jazz saxophonist known for his soulful hard bop style, Stanley Turrentine was a significant figure in the jazz scene from the 1950s to 2000. He recorded with Blue Note Records and collaborated with many jazz legends.

• 2001 Victor Wong

  Victor Wong was a prominent Chinese-American actor known for his roles in films like 'The Last Emperor' and 'Tremors', with a career spanning several decades.

• 2003 Johnny Cash

  Legendary country and rock musician who revolutionized American music with his distinctive deep voice and rebellious persona. He was a pivotal figure in the development of rockabilly and country music, known for his powerful storytelling through songs. His iconic performances at Folsom Prison and San Quentin transformed his career and cultural status.

• 2005 Serge Lang

  Renowned French-American mathematician known for significant contributions to algebraic number theory, known for his influential textbooks and academic work.

• 2007 Bobby Byrd

  American singer-songwriter and producer, best known as a member of The Famous Flames. A significant figure in soul and funk music history.

• 2008 David Foster Wallace

  Postmodern American author renowned for his complex, innovative writing style, particularly his landmark novel 'Infinite Jest', and his significant contributions to contemporary literature.

• 2009 Norman Borlaug

  Norman Borlaug was a groundbreaking agricultural scientist who revolutionized global food production through high-yield, disease-resistant crop varieties. His work in developing drought-resistant wheat strains dramatically increased agricultural productivity in developing countries, saving millions from starvation. He is widely considered the father of the Green Revolution and a humanitarian who transformed global agriculture.

• 2009 Jack Kramer

  Legendary American tennis player who was a prominent star in men's singles during the late 1940s, renowned for his skill and competitive spirit alongside contemporaries like Pancho Gonzales and Bobby Riggs.

• 2009 Norman Ernest Borlaug

  Nobel Prize laureate for having given a well-founded hope - the green revolution

• 2010 Claude Chabrol

  Claude Chabrol was a prominent French New Wave film director, known for his psychological thrillers and significant contributions to French cinema. He directed over 50 films and was a key figure in the French film movement of the 1960s.

• 2012 Derek Jameson

  Prominent English journalist and broadcaster known for his work in radio and print media during the late 20th century.

• 2013 Ray Dolby

  Pioneering American engineer who founded Dolby Laboratories and revolutionized audio technology worldwide.

• 2014 Ian Paisley

  Ian Paisley was a prominent Northern Irish politician and religious leader who played a crucial role in the Northern Ireland peace process. He served as First Minister of Northern Ireland and was the founder of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP).

• 2014 Joe Sample

  Legendary jazz pianist and composer, key member of The Crusaders and renowned for his innovative contributions to jazz and fusion music. His career spanned several decades, influencing multiple generations of musicians.

• 2015 Aronda Nyakairima

  Ugandan military general and prominent political figure who served in key government positions before his untimely death in 2015.

• 2015 Claudia Card

  Prominent American philosopher known for her significant contributions to feminist ethics and moral philosophy, with extensive academic work on complex ethical issues.

• 2017 Edith Windsor

  Pioneering LGBTQ+ rights activist who was a key plaintiff in the landmark United States v. Windsor Supreme Court case that struck down part of the Defense of Marriage Act, significantly advancing marriage equality.

• 2020 Terence Conran

  Influential British designer, retailer, and restaurateur who revolutionized modern design and founded the iconic Habitat retail chain.