Famous people and celebrities who died on January 13

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on January 13. 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.

• 1864 Stephen Foster

  American composer and lyricist of pop music. he is the benchmark for american nostalgia and homespun sentimentality. he was the man behind "oh!, susanna", and "camptown races". he was also the first professional songwriter to make a living writing popular songs. also, he was paid in royalties instead of flat fees.

• 1885 Schuyler Colfax

  American politician and journalist 17th vice president of united states (d.1885).

• 1929 Wyatt Earp

  Wyatt Earp was an American Old West lawman, gambler, and saloon keeper who is best known for his role in the events leading up to and following the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral.

• 1941 James Joyce

  Irish novelist, writer and wordsmith. he was an intellectual literary genius and a pioneer in the development of a unique style that revolutionized fiction's plot and character.

• 1962 Ernie Kovacs

  Pioneering television comedian known for his innovative and surreal comedy style, tragically killed in a car accident in West Los Angeles at the age of 42.

• 1974 Salvador Novo

  Prominent Mexican playwright, poet, and key figure in 20th-century Mexican literature, known for his significant contributions to Mexican cultural and literary scenes.

• 1976 Margaret Leighton

  Renowned British stage and film actress known for her performances in Shakespeare's plays and classic cinema, particularly her role in 'Much Ado About Nothing'.

• 1977 Henri Langlois

  Legendary French film preservationist who was instrumental in saving countless films and founding the Cinémathèque Française, profoundly influencing film theory and cinema history.

• 1978 Hubert Humphrey

  Prominent American politician who served as Vice President under Lyndon B. Johnson from 1965-1969. A long-serving Senator from Minnesota, he was a key figure in the Democratic Party and ran for president in 1968.

• 1979 Marjorie Lawrence

  Renowned Australian operatic soprano who was celebrated for her powerful dramatic performances in major opera houses worldwide during the mid-20th century. She was particularly famous for her interpretations of Wagner's heroines and her remarkable stage presence.

• 1980 Andre Kostelanetz

  Renowned Russian-American conductor and composer who significantly influenced popular and classical music in the mid-20th century, known for his lush orchestral arrangements.

• 1982 Marcel Camus

  Acclaimed French film director best known for 'Orfeu Negro' (Black Orpheus), which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes and the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1960.

• 1988 Chiang Ching-kuo

  Prominent Taiwanese political leader who served as the third President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) from 1978 to 1988. He was instrumental in Taiwan's democratization and economic development, succeeding his father Chiang Kai-shek as the country's leader.

• 1992 Josef Neckermann

  Exceptional German equestrian who won multiple Olympic gold medals in show jumping during the 1960s and early 1970s.

• 1993 Camargo Guarnieri

  Mozart Camargo Guarnieri was a renowned Brazilian classical composer and conductor who significantly influenced Brazilian art music. He was a key figure in the nationalist movement of Brazilian classical music during the 20th century.

• 1995 Max Harris

  Born 1921, australian poet, columnist, and publisher

• 2002 Frank Shuster

  Frank Shuster was a prominent Canadian comedian, actor, and screenwriter known for his comedy work, particularly in television and radio during the mid-20th century.

• 2004 Harold Shipman

  Notorious British serial killer who murdered approximately 250 patients while working as a general practitioner in Hyde, Manchester. He was convicted in 2000 and became one of the most prolific serial killers in modern history.

• 2004 Arne Næss

  Norwegian philosopher, mountaineer, and founder of the deep ecology environmental movement. He was a prominent academic and environmental activist who significantly influenced ecological thinking worldwide.

• 2005 Earl Cameron

  Canadian broadcaster (born in 1915).

• 2007 Michael Brecker

  Renowned American jazz saxophonist and composer, known for his innovative work with Steps Ahead and Parliament-Funkadelic.

• 2008 Johnny Podres

  Johnny Podres was a legendary Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher who led the team to their first World Series championship in 1965. Known for his exceptional fastball and pinpoint control, he was a significant figure in baseball history during the 1950s and 1960s.

• 2009 Patrick McGoohan

  Acclaimed actor known for his iconic role in the groundbreaking TV series 'The Prisoner', McGoohan was a versatile performer who won an Emmy for his guest appearance on 'Columbo' and starred in notable films like 'Ice Station Zebra'.

• 2009 W. D. Snodgrass

  Pulitzer Prize-winning American poet who was a key figure in the confessional poetry movement of the 1950s and 1960s.

• 2009 Dai Llewellyn

  Welsh novelist known for writing several acclaimed works of fiction.

• 2010 Teddy Pendergrass

  Teddy Pendergrass was a legendary R&B soul singer known for his powerful, romantic ballads and significant influence on 1970s and 1980s music, who tragically passed away in 2010.

• 2017 Anthony Armstrong-Jones

  Lord Snowdon was a renowned British photographer famous for his marriage to Princess Margaret. He was a prominent royal photographer who captured significant moments in British royal history.

• 2019 Phil Masinga

  South african footballer (b. 1969)