June 15th famous deaths
List of celebrities and famous people who died on June 15th
2189 - 2180
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 2189 - 2180
2186
Renowned Turian general in the Mass Effect universe
2029 - 2020
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020
2023
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British actress, internationally recognized, who won the ny film classics award for 1971, an emmy in 1972 for "queen elizabeth", and oscars in 1973 and 1974. after quitting her job as a chemical engineer, she made her acting debut in january 1955 in the film "rada." her skills are a consummate professional. they range from the cold, sex-starved woman to …
2020
Wildon Sinclair was a renowned journalist who covered the civil rights movement and social justice issues.
Esteemed scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.
Bestselling novelist whose gripping stories captivated readers worldwide.
Bestselling author known for her impactful literary works.
Award-winning actress known for her versatile performances.
Award-winning playwright known for her powerful and thought-provoking plays.
Elanore Donovan was a respected political journalist who covered several presidential administrations and was known for her incisive commentary.
Burel Rousseau was a respected war correspondent who covered numerous conflicts around the world before his untimely passing.
Sevilla Martínez was a pioneering physicist who made significant contributions to the understanding of quantum mechanics and the development of advanced materials.
Drucella Hernandez was a respected investigative journalist who uncovered numerous government and corporate scandals.
Norlene Simmons was a respected investigative journalist who uncovered numerous cases of government corruption and corporate misconduct.
Famous for his thought-provoking plays
Ghazi Nawaz was a renowned Pakistani astronomer who made important discoveries in the field of cosmology.
Pioneering researcher in the field of renewable energy technologies.
Nyriah Keller was a renowned biographer who wrote extensively about the lives of influential historical figures.
Francetta Dupont was a respected columnist known for her insightful commentary on social and political issues.
Janaki Srinivasan was a renowned Indian poet who wrote extensively in Tamil and English.
Alanmichael Dawson was a British actor known for his roles in television shows such as 'The Sweeney' and 'Minder'.
Anamika Srivastava was a renowned Indian painter known for her vibrant and intricate works depicting Indian culture and traditions.
Hennessy O'Malley was a former U.S. Representative known for his work on healthcare policy.
Onya Dubois was a French poet whose work explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition.
Eustacia Sinclair was a Canadian journalist and author who specialized in investigative reporting on environmental and human rights issues.
Silus Wilkins was a renowned chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
Thaxton Wilkins was an American scientist who made significant contributions to the field of environmental science.
Tressy Goldstein was an American novelist whose works often explored themes of family, identity, and social change.
Herndon Dowling was an American physicist known for his contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Bentli Donaldson was a British physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
Emanie Becker was a German biologist who specialized in the study of plant genetics and evolution.
Coal Sinclair was a mayor of a small coal mining town in Appalachia, known for his efforts to support the local coal industry.
Influential playwright known for his thought-provoking plays.
Sheddrick Johnson was a former mayor of a small town in Texas, serving from 1995 to 2005.
2019 - 2010
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010
2019
John Saunders was a British physicist known for his contributions to the field of particle physics.
Greenly Faber was a British novelist known for his novels exploring themes of environmentalism and social justice.
Anthonyjames Lejeune was a French philosopher known for his contributions to phenomenology and existentialism.
Italian film director (b. 1923)
2018
Pioneering chemist known for his research in organic chemistry.
Prominent political figure known for her advocacy for women's rights.
American blues guitarist (b. 1929)
2017
Noted physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
Founder of SEKEM Group in Egypt.
2016
Kumari Jayawardena was a renowned Sri Lankan poet who made significant contributions to Sinhala literature.
A prominent Serbian poet and playwright who explored themes of identity, memory, and the human experience.
American journalist, magazine photographer, and instructor at the university of new mexico 1971-1982. she is the recipient of numerous awards and a lecturer at writers' conferences.
New Zealand author and journalist.
2015
Russian journalist and singer who gained popularity in the early 2000s.
Prolific writer acclaimed for her thought-provoking novels and insightful essays.
Otisha Washington was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice.
Justiss Hicks was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
Damarie Lecointe was a Haitian activist who fought for the rights of women and children in Haiti.
Carmita Landrum was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and women's rights in the United States.
Raydell Whitehead was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
Rewa Goswami was an Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh from 1967 to 1969.
Heliodoro Rodríguez Flores was a renowned Mexican journalist and news anchor.
Russian singer and actress.
Raymonda Taweel was a renowned Palestinian dancer and choreographer who helped popularize traditional Arab dance forms.
Berlene Breedlove was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
Elman Akhundov was a Soviet Greco-Roman wrestler who won a gold medal at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics.
Heyden Schultze was a German physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
Gabreal Weinstock was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of combinatorics.
Ica Lenárdová was a Slovak actress who appeared in numerous films and television shows.
Timothea Alper was a renowned American mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of combinatorics.
Lenya Edelstein was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of combinatorics.
Souline Garabedian was a renowned Armenian-American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
Estalene Faulkner was a pioneering computer scientist who made significant contributions to the field of artificial intelligence.
Teresina Ronchetti was an Italian computer scientist who made significant contributions to the field of programming languages and compilers.
Agripina Montes del Castillo was a renowned Peruvian poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.
Saunders Monfort was an American businessman and philanthropist who founded the Monfort Family Foundation, which supports various charitable causes.
Iranian poet and writer known for his contributions to Persian literature.
American entrepreneur, former pilot, billionaire owner and part-owner of mgm grand, las vegas, nevada. forbes magazine ranked him as america's 31st richest man despite not having completed high school.
Dai Dunbang was a Chinese politician who served as the Governor of Guangdong Province from 1985 to 1993.
Pantelis Panteliadis was a Greek politician who served as a member of the Hellenic Parliament.
John Maddock was a British mathematician known for his contributions to functional analysis and approximation theory.
Avonne Cooper was a pioneering African-American mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of numerical analysis.
Manna Choudhury was an Indian classical dancer who specialized in the Manipuri dance form.
Bera Stojanović was a Serbian physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Raul Bizzarri was an Italian physicist known for his contributions to the field of particle physics.
Josselyne Herman-Saffric was a French physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Dorance Callender was an American football player who played as a defensive back in the National Football League.
An Irish hurler who played for the Kilkenny senior hurling team.
Thaxton Shuford was an American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Fiora Soncini was an Italian poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.
Dejean Pons was a French mathematician known for his work in number theory and combinatorics.
Valmore Lavoie was a Canadian mathematician known for his contributions to the field of functional analysis.
Gilberte Swart was a Belgian mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of algebraic geometry.
An Irish Fianna Fáil politician who served as a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Dún Laoghaire constituency.
Tema Milstein was a Soviet-born Israeli physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Julita Sansone was an Italian mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of algebraic geometry.
Annelies Fryberger was a Dutch physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Veretta Bright was an American actress known for her roles in television shows and films.
Ramani Ranjan was an Indian politician who served as a member of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly.
Neylan Güney was a Turkish politician who served as a member of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey.
Wyvonne Coombs was a British actress known for her roles in television shows and films.
Estus Pirkle was an American entrepreneur who founded the Pirkle Oil Company, a successful oil and gas exploration company.
Filomeno Campagnoli was an Italian politician who served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies from 1972 to 1994.
Lynora Beal was an American mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of combinatorics.
American burlesque entertainer and stripper known for her flamboyant style.
2014
An American radio personality best known as the host of the long-running countdown show 'American Top 40'.
An American radio personality, best known as the host of the long-running countdown show American Top 40.
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American "musical countdown king radio disk jockey" who created and hosted "america's top 40" from 1988 to 1988. he then moved on to syndication, weekly tv and sales pitches for many products. he is also an activist for many causes, many of which are arabic due to his lebanese druze heritage. he is the son of immigrant parents and is …
Daniel Keyes was an American author best known for his 1966 short story and novel Flowers for Algernon.
Narcisa Hirsch was an Argentine painter known for her abstract expressionist works.
Caria Accardi was an Italian abstract painter known for her vibrant and expressive works.
Tatayana Pavlova was a Soviet and Russian physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
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France -- actor (gigi, les girls, thunder in sun)
Legendary radio personality known for hosting American Top 40.
Brazilian businessman and philanthropist, banco safra was co-founded (d. 2014).
2013
American physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 2013)
A Canadian poet known for his experimental and avant-garde works.
American congressman who served in the U.S. House of Representatives.
American physicist, academic nobel prize laureate (d.2013)
Argentinian racing driver (b. 1922)
Australian director and producer (b. 1945)
German footballer and manager (b. 1948)
2012
Elmond Duffin was a pioneering computer scientist who made significant contributions to the field of digital signal processing.
Pioneer in the field of computer graphics and visualization.
American tennis player and sportscaster (b. 1935)
American football player and coach (b. 1935)
American economist and author (b. 1927)
Mexican economist and politician, 10th governor of guerrero (b. 1935)
2011
Kaula Bhattacharya was a renowned Bengali poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.
A Greek painter known for his abstract and expressionist works.
Iszabella Leitner was an Austrian novelist known for her works exploring the human condition.
American herpetologist and academic (b. 1910)
2010
Renowned painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore societal issues.
Gladiola Astronomica was a pioneering astronomer who specialized in the study of exoplanets and the search for extraterrestrial life.
A renowned Yugoslav actor who starred in numerous films and TV series.
Darald Eriksson was a renowned photojournalist who documented social and political issues around the world.
Influential playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Nahzir Bey was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
Malaiah Bates was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
Lakina Washington was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
Influential playwright known for his thought-provoking plays.
Influential playwright whose plays continue to be performed worldwide.
Influential playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Shadeed Muhammad was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
Letetia Washington was an American civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice.
Pura Villanueva was a Filipino basketball player who played for the Philippine national team in the 1950s and 1960s.
Earlena Blackwell was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice.
Melvenia Williamson was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
Played a key role in peace negotiations between nations.
Vali Ionescu was a Romanian wrestler who won a gold medal in the 1956 Summer Olympics.
Talton Blackwell was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality in the United States during the 20th century.
Kairy Yoshida was a Japanese physicist who made significant contributions to the field of particle physics.
Blasa Cañas was a renowned Nicaraguan poet known for her lyrical and socially conscious works.
Arliene Greenbaum was a renowned American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of particle physics.
Hendryx Cobb was a renowned American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
Idus Klinghoffer was a renowned American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of particle physics.
Klair Kidd was a renowned American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Radie Harris was an American novelist known for her works exploring the African-American experience.
Siler Atkinson was a renowned American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
Elhadji Ibrahima Sall was a renowned Senegalese poet and playwright who made significant contributions to the literary landscape of West Africa.
Juliani Schiavo was an Italian poet and novelist known for his lyrical and introspective works.
Silus Becker was a renowned German photographer known for his striking black-and-white portraits and landscapes.
Fable Sinclair was a respected British historian known for her work on medieval European history.
An American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of plasma physics and fusion energy research.
American journalist and author, known for her work in the field of environmental reporting.
Gheorghe Romani was a Romanian physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Algerian poet whose work explores the themes of exile, memory, and the human experience.
Loyed Blaylock was a renowned American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Chasin Crawford was an American abstract expressionist painter known for his large-scale canvases and use of bold colors.
Deari Djamaluddin was an Indonesian poet known for his lyrical and introspective works that explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition.
Nesta Cadogan was a Jamaican chemist who made contributions to the understanding of the chemical properties of natural products.
Nazly Mahmoud was a renowned Egyptian essayist who explored themes of identity, culture, and social justice.
Linea Söderström was a Swedish poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.
Herschel Jantzen was an American football player who played in the NFL in the 1950s.
Veto Alessandrini was an Italian politician who served as a member of the Italian Chamber of Deputies.
Nyna Holtz was an American actress known for her roles in television and film during the 1950s and 1960s.
Warnell Barksdale was an American politician who served as a member of the Georgia House of Representatives.
Hildy Dittrich was a German actress who appeared in numerous films and television shows during her career.
Cleto Marcelino was a Brazilian politician who served as the Governor of Mato Grosso do Sul state.
Lakesiha Brown was a groundbreaking scientist who made significant contributions to the field of genetics.
Daffney Gilroy was a Canadian painter known for her abstract expressionist works.
Linc Saunders was an American professional basketball player who played in the NBA during the 1950s and 1960s.
Denman Dodd was an American politician who served as a member of the Texas House of Representatives.
2009 - 2000
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000
2009
Christo Aurelian was a Romanian politician who served as a member of parliament and advocate for human rights.
2008
Thresea Bernhard was a renowned German painter known for her abstract expressionist style.
Khalil Taha was a Syrian poet and writer, known for his contributions to modern Arabic poetry.
Edith Macefield was a homeowner in Seattle, Washington who refused to sell her home to developers, leading to her home becoming a landmark.
Canadian ice hockey player (d. 2008)
American special effects and make-up artist and film director (born 1946).
2007
Renowned historian specializing in ancient civilizations.
Roiza Palatnik was a Soviet mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of functional analysis.
American professional wrestler and valet (born 1958).
Fitzroy Maclean was a British businessman and author who served as a Member of Parliament and held various corporate leadership roles.
American gossip columnist and socialite (born 1950).
2006
Belgian-french comedian, clown, and stand-up comedian. his surreal humor and clever puns are his most prominent characteristics. he passed away on the 15th of june 2006.
New zealand cricketer (born in 1910).
2005
Acclaimed playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Verneal Evans was a pioneering geologist who made significant contributions to the understanding of plate tectonics and the formation of mountain ranges.
Lumir Kavan was a Czech physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Paris, france -- actress (one deadly summer - moulin rouge).
Lewanda Müller was a German chemist who made important contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
Juvencio Rodríguez was a Peruvian poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
2004
American politician who served as a member of the Texas House of Representatives.
Yogi Gallegos was an American professional baseball player who played as a catcher in the Major League Baseball (MLB).
Turkish politician and mayor of i̇zmir (b. 1952)
2003
A pioneering Filipino diplomat and educator who played a significant role in promoting Philippine culture and education.
Renowned Filipino painter known for his vibrant landscapes.
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Canadian-american actor, producer, and screenwriter (d. 2003)
Italian painter and sculptor associated with the avant-garde art movement.
Adalay Adderley was a Bahamian mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of graph theory.
Irma Rangel was a trailblazing politician who served in the Texas House of Representatives.
First Hispanic female state senator in Texas, known for her advocacy for education and civil rights.
2002
Ahmad Mahmoud was an acclaimed Iranian novelist known for his works that explored the social and political issues of post-revolutionary Iran.
American politician who served as the Governor of Mississippi.
South korean general and martial artist, co-founded taekwondo (d. 2002)
South korean founder of taekwondo. (born 1918).
2001
Famous for his witty and satirical plays.
Burel Hubbard was a pioneering computer scientist who made significant contributions to the field of artificial intelligence.
French cinematographer (born in 1909)
Greek actress (born 1917).
2000
Pioneering chemist known for groundbreaking research in environmental science.
American politician who served in the U.S. House of Representatives.
French writer. born an algerian pied noir, roy was sent to a roman catholic seminary. he used his experiences in france and his time with the royal air force during world war ii to inspire many of his words. while still serving, he began to write in 1946. he continued publishing fiction and historical works even after his resignation in …
Italian computer scientist known for his work in computer architecture.
1999 - 1990
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990
1999
Canadian lawyer and politician (b. 1906)
1998
An Armenian composer and conductor who is known for his contributions to Armenian classical music.
Macari Sakellariou was a Greek politician who served as the Minister of National Defense of Greece.
Othal Brand was an American football player who played in the National Football League (NFL) as a defensive back and halfback.
Doyl Walker was an American football player who played as a halfback in the National Football League.
Huie Burns was an American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
Burwell Hamrick was an American football player who played as a fullback in the National Football League.
Loyed Shaffer was an American football player who played as a halfback in the National Football League.
Clydell Pearson was an American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
Inza Dunbar was an American actress who appeared in several films and television shows during the mid-20th century.
Thaine Williams was an American football player who played as a halfback in the National Football League.
Odies Walker was an American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
Pioneering computer scientist known for his work in magnetic disk storage technology.
1997
Fusae Matsuo was a Japanese painter known for her vibrant and expressive depictions of nature and everyday life.
Monroe Mackie was a renowned actor known for his roles in classic films.
1996
Emmry Fitzgerald was a celebrated American jazz singer and pianist, known for her soulful performances.
Elasia Fitzgerald was a renowned jazz singer and pianist, known for her soulful and emotive performances.
Edynn Fitzgerald was a renowned American jazz singer and pianist, known for her soulful performances and influential contributions to the genre.
Elaria Fitzgerald was a renowned jazz singer known for her soulful and powerful vocals.
Ariabella Fitzgerald was a celebrated American jazz singer with a distinctive and soulful voice.
Evelean Fitzgerald was an acclaimed American jazz singer and pianist, known for her soulful and improvisational performances.
Earsie Fitzgerald was a legendary American jazz singer and songwriter, known for her unique vocal style and interpretations of jazz standards.
Evella Fitzgerald was a renowned American jazz singer who was known for her scat singing and collaborations with many famous musicians.
Joedy Rhoades was an American football player who played in the National Football League (NFL) as a defensive back and kick returner.
Legendary jazz singer often referred to as the 'First Lady of Song'.
American professional wrestler (born 1946).
American singer and actress (b. 1917)
1st baronet, scottish general and politician (d. 1996)
Musician dies at 88
Author/iconoclast dies at 77
1995
Johnjoseph Atanasoff is considered the inventor of the first electronic digital computer.
American actress and singer who appeared in Broadway musicals and films.
American scientist and academic who invented the atanasoff-berry computer (d. 1995).
Richetta Müller was a German chemist known for her work on the synthesis of new organic compounds.
English screenwriter and director (d. 1995).
American computer pioneer (born in 1903)
1994
At 24 the death of us bass guitarist, hole-live through this
Greek composer and theorist in greek music. he was also a major movers of "a%0ntekhno", along with mikis theodorakis.
Executed in nc (wanted execution displayed on donahue).
At 68, a greek composer (never on sunday), is dead
1993
A prominent Serbian poet and writer known for his lyrical and introspective works.
1976 british world motor racing champion. age 45, he died from a heart attack at wimbledon, england on june 15, 1993.
American politician, lawyer, businessman. on 11/23/1963, he was shot in the gunfire attack on president kennedy. he was riding with president kennedy and his first lady on 11/23/1963. the bullet left scars on his chest, back, wrist, and thigh. during kennedy's funeral procession, he drifted into and out of consciousness at the hospital.
Aydn Sayili was a Turkish historian who specialized in the history of science and technology in the Islamic world.
Devonia Anglin was an American actress who appeared in several films and television shows during the mid-20th century.
Teola Frazier was an American actress who appeared in several films and television shows during the mid-20th century.
Innovative textile designer and entrepreneur known for her bold prints.
American commander, lawyer, and politician, 61st united states secretary of the treasury (b. 1917)
Scarf / linen designer, dies of cardiac arrest at 87
American politician, who was the 69th governor of north carolina (1977aeur”1985, 1993aeur”2001). he is the longest serving governor in north carolina's history.
Algerian psychiatrist, murdered
1992
American politician who served as the Governor of Montana
Australian artist. he was a student at julian ashtron school, before winning a travel scholarship to italy in 1959. he was selected to represent australia in the 1961 unesco young painters' convention in paris. his win at the paris biennale earned him wide publicity. whiteley returned to australia after 1961, but by the late 1970s, the tension and struggle that …
American animator, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1940)
American baseball player, coach, and manager (d. 1992)
Soccer goalie (go ahead, orange)
1991
Saint lucian economist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1915)
Stokes made contributions to the field of nuclear physics, particularly in the study of radioactive decay.
Sculptor known for his modernist works in bronze and stone.
American businessman and politician, 49th governor of kentucky (b. 1898)
American politician and lawyer 49th governor of kentucky (d.91).
1990
Italian cyclist who won the Giro d'Italia in 1952.
Aldonia Rossi was an Italian essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings on art, literature, and philosophy.
1989 - 1980
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980
1989
Renowned Telugu poet and essayist, known for his contributions to modern Telugu literature.
Actor (my left foot empire state), is killed in dublin at the age of 63
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American actor and director (highway to heaven), has died at 54 from cancer (b. 1934).
Canadian lawyer and politician (d. 1989)
Canadian politician and lawyer (d. 1989).
1988
Created iconic jewelry pieces for Hollywood films.
Luddie Hicks was an American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
1987
Renowned biologist known for her work on the genetics of Drosophila.
Chilton Price was an American singer-songwriter best known for writing the song 'Wheel of Fortune'.
Glenard Lipscomb was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from California.
Belle Tuttle was an astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of galaxies.
At 71, a us economist (old myths & new realities) dies.
1986
Tryton Fitzgerald was an American jazz pianist and composer who was influential in the development of bebop.
Gildo Pontoni was an Italian cyclist who won the Giro d'Italia in 1949.
1985
American sprinter (born 1927).
U.s. navy seabee diver was killed by terrorists aboard twa flight 847 (born in 1961).
1984
American composer and songwriter, best known for creating the Broadway musical 'The Music Man'.
Renowned composer of the Broadway musical 'The Music Man'.
Soviet composer known for his symphonies and operas that reflect the spirit of his time.
American playwright, composer, and conductor (b. 1902)
Actor charade, street music, dies at 78 from heart failure
1983
Indian telugu poet (born 1910)
1982
Ormand Downes was a British athlete who competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics, winning a silver medal in the 4x400 meter relay.
United states -- death of alto saxophonist at 56
Actor from ireland, who dies at the age of 90 in princeton, new jersey.
1981
Bharat Vyas was an Indian poet and lyricist who wrote for Hindi films.
Renowned Lebanese poet known for her contributions to Arabic literature.
1980
Avice Duval was a French scientist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
A celebrated Japanese poet who wrote extensively about nature and the human experience.
Calub Stein was a renowned American mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of functional analysis.
Clester Fitzgerald was a renowned American essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings on various social and cultural topics.
Sulo Järvinen was a Finnish architect known for his modernist designs of public buildings.
Nowell Smyth was a renowned British essayist known for his insightful and eloquent writings on literature and culture.
Carmeline Lejeune was a Belgian physicist who specialized in the study of nuclear physics and radioactivity.
1979 - 1970
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970
1979
Augustina Bourlon de los Ríos was a Mexican writer known for her literary works.
Writer dies at 67
1978
Loveah Wilkins was a dedicated philanthropist who founded several charitable organizations and devoted her life to helping the underprivileged.
Japanese mathematician known for his work in algebraic geometry.
Nelson Poynter was a journalist and publisher known for his work in transforming the St. Petersburg Times into a respected newspaper.
At 83, politician/ncrv-chairman, died
1977
Sten Bergman was a Swedish travel writer and explorer.
1976
American baseball player, coach, and manager (b. 1896)
1975
Addison Barclay was a physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
American actor known for his role as Ozzy Nelson in the TV series 'The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.'
1973
Italian painter known for his abstract art.
1971
Wendell Stanley was an American biochemist who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on the isolation and crystallization of viruses.
American biochemist and virologist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1904)
1970
Mertha Sinclair was a renowned essayist and social commentator known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings.
Hortense Powdermaker was an American anthropologist known for her research on race relations and cultural change.
Elsye Leighton was a British actress who appeared in numerous stage and film productions.
Renowned burlesque performer known for her striptease acts.
British politician who served as the leader of the Liberal Party.
Greek film director known for his work in the 1950s and 1960s.
1969 - 1960
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960
1969
Atley Shelton was a prominent American politician known for his contributions to public service.
1968
American guitarist and songwriter (montgomery brothers), (d. 1968).
American baseball player, coach, and umpire (b. 1880)
At 88, a baseball pitcher dies
1967
Braxley Langston was a prominent American essayist and social critic who wrote extensively on issues of race, politics, and culture.
Finnish runner (d. 1967)
Boxer (1920 olympics-gold medalist)/bobsledder (1932 olympics-gold medalist), dies aged 69
1965
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American actor. he started his career with summer stock in 1939 and played "heavy" parts in b films in the '40s & '50s.
American bible scholar (born in 1902)
1964
Ormand Ramsey was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Kentucky.
Erbie Bowman was an American baseball player who played in the Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Boston Doves and the Pittsburgh Pirates.
1963
Mavryk Sinclair was a prolific inventor who held numerous patents for innovative technologies.
Colburn Young was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Ohio.
1962
Franco-swiss conductor and pianist. he is a well-known 20th century classical musician, admired for his poetic insights in romantic period piano works, especially those of chopin or schumann.
1961
Valiant Thorvaldson was a Canadian chemist who made significant contributions to the field of inorganic chemistry, particularly in the study of silicate minerals.
Isador Greenbaum was an American politician who served as a member of the New York State Assembly from 1919 to 1924.
Turkish journalist and author (b. 1899)
Italian racing driver (born in 1923)
1960
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
Blasa Guzman was a pioneering Mexican playwright who explored themes of social justice and cultural identity.
A pioneering African-American educator who founded the Wilmetta Wilkins School for Girls in Alabama.
1959 - 1950
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950
1959
A Costa Rican journalist and political activist who fought for social and economic reforms in his country.
1958
Egidio Reale was an Italian journalist and politician who served as a member of the Italian Chamber of Deputies.
Barnet Lawley was an English cricketer who played first-class cricket for Gloucestershire County Cricket Club.
Economist dies at 74
1954
Croatian playwright and theater director known for his social dramas.
Pura Kalaw was a Filipino politician who served as a member of the Philippine House of Representatives.
1953
Oakes Goodwin was an American novelist and short story writer known for his works set in the American South.
1952
Natalija Vodinskaya was a Russian actress who appeared in numerous films during the early 20th century.
Wilho Helanen was a Finnish novelist who wrote about the lives of ordinary people in rural Finland.
Polish-British author and spy during World War II.
Swiss linguist/etymologist dies at age 70
1949 - 1940
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940
1949
Theophil Steinbüchel was a German philosopher and theologian who made significant contributions to the field of Catholic theology.
1945
Famous French painter known for her impressionist works.
Austrian diplomat
1942
Izic Stern was a renowned Russian-American painter known for his expressionist and cubist-influenced works.
Writer
1941
Evellyn Underhill was a renowned British mystic and theologian, known for her influential works on Christian spirituality.
Natalio Botana was an Argentine journalist and publisher who founded the influential newspaper Crítica.
Ader Jens was a Norwegian poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
Evelyn Underhill was an English writer and pacifist, best known for her works on mysticism and spirituality.
Evelyn Underhill was an English writer and pacifist, best known for her works on mysticism and spirituality.
German neurologist and physician (b. 1873)
1940
Cassadie Fitzgerald was an Irish playwright known for her plays that explored the complexities of Irish society and identity.
Vayden Kingsley was a British essayist and social critic known for his insightful and often controversial writings.
Elonzo Johnson was an American politician who served as a member of the Texas House of Representatives.
Alberta Gallatin was an American painter known for her landscape and still life works.
Amzie Markham was an American painter known for her landscape and still life paintings.
Sebron Flournoy was a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1908 to 1912.
1939 - 1930
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930
1938
Arrabella Kenealy was an Irish author and feminist who wrote extensively on women's rights and social issues.
German painter and illustrator (b. 1880)
German painter dies at 58
1937
Designed the iconic Supermarine Spitfire aircraft.
Ambrose Swasey was an American mechanical engineer and co-founder of Warner & Swasey Company.
1935
Draken Ironforge was a renowned playwright known for his thought-provoking and socially conscious dramas.
1934
Maebel Sexton was an American poet who wrote about nature and the human experience.
French composer, musician and critic. he is best known for his opera-composing abilities. his works reflect the influence of massenet and zola, as well as his appreciation for wagner's strengths, while he was studying in paris. bruneau published three volumes on criticism.
1933
Elanore Bliss was an American chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry, particularly in the synthesis of natural products.
1929 - 1920
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920
1928
A Russian Silver Age poet, known for her lyrical and philosophical poetry.
1923
Premier bulgaria (1919-23)
1921
Irys Schubert was a renowned Austrian painter known for her impressionist landscapes and portraits.
1920
Komponist, who dies at 55
1919 - 1910
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910
1919
Uruguayan writer and feminist known for her literary contributions.
1918
Bryan Birkeland was a physicist known for his work on the aurora borealis.
Elwyn Beckley was a talented baseball player known for his exceptional skills on the field.
1917
Norwegian physicist known for his work on the aurora borealis and the Earth's magnetic field.
Known for his research in the field of space physics and the aurora borealis.
1909 - 1900
Famous deaths on June 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900
1907
Us architect
1904
A historic music venue in Nashville, Tennessee, known as the 'Mother Church of Country Music'.
1900
American politician and diplomat.