August 15th famous deaths
List of celebrities and famous people who died on August 15th
2029 - 2020
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020
2022
Renowned Indian architect known for his contributions to modern Indian architecture.
2021
Gerd müller is a german former footballer known for his prolific goal-scoring ability, particularly during his time with bayern munich and the german national team.
Ransom Jackson was a professional baseball player known for his time in the MLB.
2020
Mckenleigh Avery was a renowned author known for their thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works of fiction.
Lavante Dubois was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and number theory.
Jyron Fitzgerald was a celebrated biographer known for his insightful and meticulously researched works on influential figures in history.
Maurion Rossi was a renowned photojournalist whose work captured the human stories behind major global events.
Javani Tanaka was a renowned Japanese poet whose works often explored themes of nature, spirituality, and the human condition.
Jonnette Fitzgerald was an acclaimed American author known for her award-winning novels.
Serria Flores was a celebrated Chicana novelist whose works explored the complexities of identity, culture, and social justice in the American Southwest.
Izen Petrov was a renowned Russian poet whose work was celebrated for its lyrical beauty and philosophical depth.
Malynn Griffiths was a renowned geologist who specialized in the study of plate tectonics and the formation of mountain ranges.
Carleta Gutierrez was a renowned author who wrote several award-winning novels and short stories.
Analiza Dubois was a French biographer who wrote acclaimed works on influential historical figures.
Mabrey Sinclair was a Canadian journalist who worked for the CBC and The Globe and Mail.
Kinze Kinzman was a renowned astronomer who made significant contributions to the understanding of exoplanets.
Jozalyn Dupont was a French-Canadian novelist known for her historical fiction novels that explored the complexities of identity and cultural heritage.
Carinne Bauer was a German novelist known for her historical fiction novels that explored the complexities of the human experience.
Pama Subramaniam was an Indian politician who served as a member of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament.
Symia Emerson was a renowned biographer who brought the lives of influential figures to the forefront.
Sabien Dupont was a French novelist known for her historical fiction set in the 19th century.
Jeanean Wilkins was a former state senator in a Midwestern U.S. state.
Abundio Gutiérrez was a Mexican politician who held various local government positions.
American real-estate developer, business executive (b. 1948)[51]
2019 - 2010
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010
2018
Renowned American abstract expressionist painter known for his vibrant and emotive canvases.
Imajean Fitzgerald was a respected foreign correspondent who reported on international conflicts and humanitarian crises.
2017
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and editor.
Latvian-american architect (d. 2017)
2015
Lancer Sharma was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of number theory.
Spanish novelist known for his works exploring social and political issues.
Known for his contributions to the retail industry.
Spanish novelist acclaimed for his works on contemporary social issues.
Pakistani general (b. 1936)
American academic, leader of the civil rights movement, and politician (b. 1940)
2014
Acclaimed Marathi playwright and theater director who made significant contributions to Marathi theater.
Italian-american soprano and actress (d. 2014)
2013
French lawyer, born in thailand to raymond verga's (vietnamian mom), one of france’s most famous lawyers. he was an advocate of the left and was decorated for his participation in the ra (c)sistance in world war ii. in 1954, he graduated law school as the first in his class. verges was defense attorney for the algerian national liberation front (fln), …
Egyptian biologist known for his research in genetics and evolution.
Nepali politician, 28th prime minister of nepal (b. 1942)
Polish cartoonist, journalist, and dramatist. mroa 1/4 ek published his first play, policja (the police) in 1958. his theatrical works are part of the absurdist fiction genre. they aim to shock with non-realistic elements and political and historical references, distortion, parody, and parody. in 1963 mroa 1/4 ek immigrated to italy, france, and then to mexico. he returned to poland …
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Canadian-american actor (d. 2013.)
Spanish businesswoman, co-founded inditex and zara (d. 2013)
2012
Brazilian flute player and composer (b. 1924)
American illustrator and author (d. 2012).
American bass player and saxophonist (b. 1956)
2011
Dot Braden was a prominent politician known for her advocacy for social justice and civil rights.
Canadian ice hockey player (d. 2011)
2010
Elfida Vargas was a renowned Colombian poet whose work explored themes of love, nature, and social justice.
Sava Milosevic was a Serbian journalist and war correspondent who reported on the Yugoslav Wars.
A prominent Saudi Arabian poet, diplomat, and politician who served as the Minister of Industry and Electricity.
Earsel Hines was a renowned American dancer who made significant contributions to the field of modern dance.
Acclaimed painter whose works reflect themes of nature and spirituality.
Warnell Wilkins was a renowned foreign correspondent who reported from conflict zones around the world.
Odies Wilkins was a pioneering chemist who developed new methods for the synthesis of complex organic compounds.
Aury Montague was a renowned Canadian poet whose work explored themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience.
Daiden Kobayashi was a Japanese mathematician known for his contributions to the field of algebraic geometry.
Sayre Wiseman was an American author who wrote several novels and short stories during the 20th century.
Doak Whitaker was an American essayist who wrote extensively on topics of philosophy and culture.
Solan Solomou was a Cypriot politician who served as a member of the House of Representatives of Cyprus.
2009 - 2000
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000
2009
Notable physicist who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics.
American poet known for his works exploring themes of love and loss.
2008
Leroy Sievers was a journalist known for his work at NPR and ABC News, particularly for his coverage of the Iraq War.
South african-australian boxer (b. 1929)
Music producer (aretha frank / bob dylan).
American businessman (born in 1924)
2007
Notable sculptor recognized for abstract works.
English conductor and director (b. 1944)
New zealand bush walker (born in 1908)
American manhattan project advocate and scientist (d. 2007).
Canadian ice hockey general manager (d. 2007)
2006
Australian rugby league player (born circa 1955).
Dutch computer scientist and academic (b. 1937)
Dutch international footballer (born in 1923)
New zealand queen (b. 1931)
2005
Myrene Simmons was a respected foreign correspondent who reported on major international events for a leading news agency.
Plato Konstantinidis was a renowned Greek photographer who captured the essence of Greek culture and landscapes.
Vetta Eriksson was a Swedish geologist known for her research on the formation and evolution of the Earth's crust.
Samary Goldstein was an American novelist known for her novels that explored the Jewish-American experience.
Ohn Thein was a Burmese chemist who specialized in the development of new materials for industrial applications.
Claudette Bradshaw was a Canadian politician who served as a Member of Parliament and Minister of Labour and Minister of Human Resources Development.
Indian dermatologist and academic (b. 1927)
Indian dermatologist (born 1927)
2004
Famous for his abstract sculptures that challenge traditional forms.
Swedish biochemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 2004)
Indian politician, 8th chief minister of gujarat (d. 2004)
Indian politician, 8th chief minister for gujarat (d.2004)
First turkish opera singer (born 1910)
2003
Finnish singer and songwriter (heart attack). (born 1957).
2002
Renowned poet and writer of the mid-20th century.
2001
Renowned author known for his impactful novels.
Turkish singer-songwriter/guitarist (d. 2001).
Kenyan runner (d. 2001)
Ukrainian computer scientist and academic (b. 1919)
2000
English barrister and biochemist, co-founder of mensa (d. 2000)
1999 - 1990
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990
1999
Renowned journalist known for her columns in The Atlanta Constitution.
English architect and interior designer (b. 1910)
British artist and architect (born 1910).
1998
Renowned gospel singer known for her powerful voice.
An American author and screenwriter, best known for his novel The Lotus Eaters.
1997
Dutch poet, post-symbolist poet and translator of latin poetry and hebrew poetry.
1996
Medical social worker dies at 86
Social scientist dies at 82
Motor-racing driver dies at 93
1995
American journalist and actor (b. 1906)
Pianist dies at 77
At 86, a journalist/pacifist dies
An english businessman founded white star line shipping company (d.1899).
1994
Cyclist (rome–naples–rome 1957), dies aged 64
Avon Williams was a prominent American politician known for his contributions to civil rights and education.
Shepherd Mead was an American author known for his book 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.'
Lawton Shaw was a chemist known for his contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
At 28 years old, a tanzanian marathoner is killed in an accident
1993
At 93, a german officer of justice in prussia dies
1992
Renowned Indian novelist and screenwriter known for his works depicting the social and political landscape of India.
Italian hero saved 5,000 jews from the budapest war. he pretended to be a spanish consul. his heroic feats were the subject of a tv movie. his name was given to him as "the just of all the just".
American academic and physician (d. 1992).
American glass animals author, usa
Entertainer, dies after brief illness
Japanese minister of justice
Canada newspaper publisher (london free press).
1991
United nations commissioner of human rights, dies at 74
1990
Nivek Tsoi was a Soviet and Russian rock musician, singer, and actor, considered one of the most influential figures in Russian rock music.
American politician who served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
Manases Flores was a celebrated Salvadoran poet whose work explored themes of social justice and the human condition.
Varvara Voloshina was a Soviet-era Russian novelist known for her historical fiction.
Hildagarde Schäfer was a German chemist who specialized in the study of organic compounds.
Russian singer-songwriter/guitarist (kino), (d. 1990).
Russian musician and actor (b. 1962)
Actress missile to the moon, dies at 66 from cancer
1989 - 1980
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980
1989
Co-inventor of the Lempel-Ziv compression algorithms.
Officer in the greek army (born 1897).
Japanese general, pilot, and politician (d. 1989)
Dutch historian / director (iisg).
1988
Us newspaper publisher dies at 82
President of pakistan killed in a plane crash
Us blues guitarist, who dies around 48
1986
American journalist and music critic.
1985
Us composer (creator spirit), dies at 68
1983
Actor (blue) dies at 42
At 88, the us author of new deal-legislation dies
1982
Swedish biochemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 1982)
Earsel Watkins was an American professional boxer who competed in the middleweight division during the 1950s and 1960s.
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1955 for his work on enzymes.
British motorcycle racer who won the Sidecar World Championship twice.
American cartoonist (d. 1982).
Irish actor barry lyndon, who was born in ireland, dies at the age of 60
1981
Norwegian gynaecologist and academic (b. 1896)
American author (b. 1895)
1980
Orell Wilkins was a celebrated American athlete who excelled in track and field events.
Lenah Keller was a renowned American sculptor known for her abstract and modernist works in bronze and stone.
1979 - 1970
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970
1978
Composer dies at age 80
1977
Brazilian painter known for his modernist works.
1976
Flemish lawyer/sociologist dies at 84
1975
American lawyer and john f. kennedy assassination investigator (born 1913).
Bangladeshi politician, 1st president of bangladesh (d. 1975)
Turkish political activist and author (b. 1942)
At 53, a pakistani sheik was killed in a military coup
1974
Actor (motorcycle gang), died at 82
South korean president's wife, killed
1972
Composer dies at 89
1971
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Actor kim, berlin express, dies at 76 from heart failure
1970
Composer dies at 66
1969 - 1960
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960
1969
Flemish writer (vlaschard), dies at 97
1968
Composer dies at 84
1967
Ezran Teller was an American physicist who made significant contributions to the development of nuclear weapons.
Influential playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.
René Magritte was a Belgian surrealist artist known for his thought-provoking paintings.
René Magritte was a Belgian surrealist artist known for his thought-provoking and witty paintings.
René Magritte was a Belgian surrealist artist known for his thought-provoking and witty paintings.
Belgian painter, who was one of the most prolific creators poetic images and yet was also a consistent realist. he began his career as a modernist, but he became a surrealist. his belief was that ideas and conscious behavior are the key to success.
1966
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Sosnowiec (poland) -- vocalist / actor ("her wonderful lie")
German writer (battle of kolbenau) dies at 64
Actress/writer (queen kelly) dies at 71
1963
American discus thrower
1962
Leston Sinclair was a celebrated Canadian poet known for his lyrical and nature-inspired works.
Lei Feng was a Chinese soldier known for his selflessness and dedication to the Communist Party.
1959 - 1950
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950
1959
American singer (born 1901)
1958
Us blues singer / guitarist, dies at 65
1956
German foreign minister, dies at 83
1955
Ettie Stettheimer was an American painter known for her modernist style.
1953
German physicist, widely considered the father of aerodynamics. he died 8/15/1953 gottingen, germany.
1951
Polish pianist and composer (b. 1882)
Austrian / us pianist (reflections on music), dead at 69
1950
Liberti Galli was a pioneering Italian poet who helped shape the modernist movement in Italian literature.
1949 - 1940
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940
1949
Elye Boher was a Yiddish poet and playwright who wrote about the lives of Jewish people in Eastern Europe.
Australian suffragette and social reformer.
1947
Manthan was a prominent freedom fighter during India's struggle for independence.
1945
Tsuruko Kobayashi was a celebrated Japanese poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.
English lieutenant and pilot (b. 1923)
Japanese general and politician, 54th japanese minister of the army (b. 1887)
Japanese politician and general 54th japanese minister for war (d. 1945).
1942
British opera singer who performed in leading roles at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden.
Mahatma gandhi's personal secretary (born1892)
1941
Romanian poet recognized for his lyrical and patriotic poetry.
1939 - 1930
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930
1938
American poet and socialite known for her literary works.
1936
Italian novelist and poet, nobel prize laureate (b. 1871)
Nobel prize laureate for italian literature (d. 1936).
Composer dies at 76
Italian novelist and naturalist writer, she was also the nobel prize winner in literature in 1926. she was 17 when she wrote her first stories. she later married.
Italian novelist and naturalist writer, she was also the nobel prize winner in literature in 1926. she was 17 when she wrote her first stories. she later married.
1935
Wiley Post was a pioneering American aviator who set multiple flight records.
French painter and author (b. 1863)
American actor, comedian, and screenwriter (b. 1879)
American mechanic and pioneer aviator. he lost his right eye while working as a mechanic and, with the money from insurance, purchased his first plane. he loved to fly and took risks as a barnstormer. he flew many times around the globe between 1931 and 1933.
Georges seurat and a french painter developed pointillism.
Composer dies at 75
1931
A Polish mathematician known for his work in probability theory and mathematical statistics.
Lebanese poet and writer known for his nationalist and romantic poetry.
Azerbaijani wwi nurse (born ca. 1878)
1929 - 1920
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920
1928
Italian ethnologist and academic, co-founded st edmund's college, cambridge (b. 1854)
1927
American lawyer and businessman who played a major role in the expansion of the steel industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
1925
Estonian painter and educator (b. 1878)
Estonian artist (born 1878)
1919 - 1910
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910
1918
Composer dies at 64
1917
American sergeant, medal of honor recipient (b. 1831)
Soldier of the american union army (born 1831).
1915
Jew convicted and lynched for murder
1909 - 1900
Famous deaths on August 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900
1909
Brazilian sociologist and journalist (b. 1866)
1907
Hungarian violinist, composer, and conductor (b. 1831)
1901
Germany -- sociologist dies at the age of 77