March 15th famous deaths
List of celebrities and famous people who died on March 15th
2029 - 2020
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020
2022
Roye Chowdhury was a renowned Bangladeshi poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
American vocal coach and singer (d. 2022)
2021
Dejean Rougé was a French politician who served as a member of the National Assembly of France from 1997 to 2017.
2020
Bestselling author known for her captivating novels.
Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of genetics.
Bestselling author known for her impactful novels that touched the hearts of many.
Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.
Pioneering scientist who made significant contributions to the field of biotechnology.
Distinguished politician known for his advocacy for social justice and equality.
Pioneering scientist in the field of biotechnology.
Bestselling author known for her captivating novels that touched the hearts of many.
Dereke Wilkins was a renowned geologist who made significant contributions to the understanding of plate tectonics.
Khiley Takahashi was a celebrated Japanese-American novelist known for her novels that delved into the complexities of cultural identity and the immigrant experience.
Tyton Petrov was a Russian classical pianist and composer who was acclaimed for his virtuosic performances and innovative compositions.
Bestselling author known for her captivating novels.
Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.
Jafari Nguyen was a renowned chemist who made significant contributions to the development of new materials and catalysts.
Leavy Patel was a long-serving member of the U.S. House of Representatives, known for her bipartisan approach to policymaking.
Kahron Yates was a renowned biographer known for his insightful and well-researched works on historical figures.
Netra Bahadur Thapa was a Nepali politician and the former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Nepal.
Earon Bates was a celebrated American sculptor known for his large-scale public art installations.
Sharonne Becker was a German poet known for her lyrical and introspective works exploring themes of nature and the human experience.
Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Acclaimed poet whose works touched the hearts of many.
Sedona Leigh was a prolific writer known for her bestselling novels.
Metha Narayanan was an Indian literary critic and writer who wrote in Tamil language.
Italian architect (b. 1927)
2019 - 2010
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010
2019
Founder of the Tyrell Corporation in the field of robotics.
Japanese physicist known for his contributions to condensed matter physics.
American film and tv series writer (b. 1948)
2018
Known for her historical romance novels.
Alyzabeth Hernandez was a renowned artist known for her vibrant and innovative paintings.
Italian politician who served in various government positions.
Legendary baseball coach known for his success at the University of Texas.
Legendary baseball coach who led teams to multiple championships.
2017
Tally Brown was a painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
Physicist known for his contributions to quantum mechanics.
2016
American physicist who made important contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Baron briggs, english historian and academic (d. 2016)
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English voice actress and television and film producer (b. 1927)
Fijian rugby player (b. 1978)
2015
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American actress and dancer (b. 1928)
South African politician who served as Minister in the Presidency for Performance Monitoring and Evaluation.
American bass player (toto), (d. 2015).
English sculptor and educator (b. 1928)
American political scientist and author (b. 1937)
2014
Scott Asheton was the drummer and co-founder of the influential punk rock band The Stooges.
Scott Asheton was an American drummer, best known as a founding member of the rock band The Stooges.
Botanist who made significant contributions to the study of plant taxonomy.
British celebrity chef and television personality, famous for co-hosting 'Two Fat Ladies'.
American soldier and politician, united states secretary of the army (b. 1927)
American comedian, actor, and author (d. 2014)
2013
Romanian chemist known for his research in organic chemistry.
American businessman and politician, governor of washington (b. 1936)
Australian actress (b. 1963)
English clarinet player and bandleader (d. 2013)
English sociologist (b. 1924)
2012
Renowned Japanese physicist known for his contributions to the field of condensed matter physics.
Israeli painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
American baseball player and manager (b. 1920)
Baron davies of abersoch, welsh politician and banker
2011
Renowned for work in theoretical physics.
American rapper nathaniel dwayne hale. (born 1969)
British reggae singer, david victor emmanuel. (born 1962)
2010
Influential playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Kassadi Emerson was a renowned American poet who was known for her lyrical and introspective works that often focused on nature and the human experience.
Katoria Emerson was a celebrated 20th-century American poet whose lyrical works often focused on the natural world and the human experience.
Drucella Fitzgerald was a celebrated American ballet dancer who performed with the New York City Ballet.
Jemmie Woodward was a celebrated American photographer known for her striking black-and-white portraits.
Talented Iranian painter known for his unique style and artistic vision.
Hearl Daniels was a pioneering photojournalist known for her powerful and impactful images.
Sovereign Smith was a renowned British poet known for her lyrical and introspective works exploring themes of nature, spirituality, and the human condition.
Crisanto Grageda was a Filipino painter and sculptor known for his abstract and expressionist works.
Arlita Sato was a renowned Japanese poet whose work explored themes of nature, spirituality, and the human condition.
Juneau Frost was a renowned novelist who explored themes of nature, isolation, and the human condition.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Acclaimed painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
Kalieb Emerson was a renowned American novelist who explored themes of identity and social justice in his works.
Haylynn Emerson was a renowned American poet who was celebrated for her lyrical and introspective works that often focused on the human experience.
Polish sprinter who competed in the 1952 Summer Olympics.
Eithen Wylde was a renowned British poet who was celebrated for his lyrical and introspective works that often focused on nature and the human condition.
Kayman Stein was an American poet who gained recognition for his lyrical and introspective poems that often focused on nature and the human experience.
Claryssa Emerson was a renowned British poet who gained recognition for her lyrical and introspective works that often focused on nature and the human experience.
Kayn Emerson was an American poet whose lyrical works often focused on the natural world and the human experience.
Kelda Huxley was a British novelist who wrote several acclaimed works of historical fiction.
Rhilee Sinclair was a renowned British poet whose lyrical and introspective works garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated following.
Carmell Dawson was a celebrated Canadian poet whose work often focused on themes of nature, spirituality, and the human condition.
Chade Falconer was a British poet who was known for his lyrical and introspective works.
American singer-songwriter known for her folk and experimental music.
Cinch Foster was an American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
Iraqi poet (b. 1925)
2009 - 2000
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000
2009
Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.
Renowned chemist known for his contributions to organic chemistry.
Pioneering computer scientist known for her work in artificial intelligence.
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American actor, director, and political activist (d. 2009)
Tibor Gánti was a Hungarian biologist who proposed the chemoton model, a theoretical framework for the origin of life.
Clesta Purves was a prominent politician known for her advocacy work in social welfare programs.
Italian physicist known for his contributions to the field of solid-state physics.
2008
Renowned chemist known for contributions to organic chemistry.
Renowned biologist known for groundbreaking research in genetics.
Renowned Brazilian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
Renowned American painter known for abstract expressionism.
Renowned chemist known for her work in organic chemistry.
Innovative playwright known for pushing the boundaries of theater.
American astronaut and engineer (b. 1956)
First indian woman to earn a pilot's license. (b. 1914)
Jamaican singer-songwriter and producer (b. 1954)
Lithuanian singer, tv announcer (born 1951).
Canadian ice hockey player (born in 1921)
2007
Bowie Kuhn was the Commissioner of Major League Baseball from 1969 to 1984.
American homicide. sentenced to life in huntsville federal jail for the 1982 shooting death of judge wood, a san antonio federal judge. he was high on drugs and raving about how he had murdered john f. kennedy.
American director and producer (b. 1927)
American television and film director (born in 1927).
2006
Referee for canadian football players and sportscaster (d.2006)
Greek lieutenant and politician, 173rd prime minister of greece (d. 2006)
2005
Georgian basketball coach and player (d. 2005).
Japanese martial artist (born 1927)
2004
English-american chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1925)
French actor. between 1946 and 2004, he was in over ninety films. lemaire was also married to juliette gra(c), from 1953 to 1956. on the 15th of march 2004, he committed suicide, just 77 days after his birthday.
New zealand-american scientist and engineer (b. 1910)
New zealand-born astronaut (born 1910).
2003
Italian actress known for her roles in classic Italian cinema.
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She was an english actress who first made frequent appearances in films before she rose to fame in comedy television. (1981-1984) and for almost two decades in last of the summer wine (86aeur")
American television producer, created world's wildest police videos (b. 1955)
British actress (born 1911).
2002
Renowned geneticist known for contributions to the study of human genetics.
Renowned chemist known for his contributions to organic chemistry.
Swedish engineer known for his contributions to telecommunications technology.
2001
First African American woman elected to the Mississippi State Senate.
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American actress who made her film debut in 1929. she was not given any roles in her first films. in 1930 she moved to broadway and quickly rose from small roles to major roles. she returned to hollywood in 1933 under contract to columbia. this time, she was known as ann sothern. after ten years of b-pictures, she was a …
Pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence.
2000
Renowned chemist known for her contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
Known for her research on the chemistry of natural products.
1999 - 1990
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990
1999
Renowned Hawaiian singer known for her beautiful voice and traditional songs.
Served as a member of the Iowa House of Representatives.
1998
Renowned Polish pianist known for her exceptional musical talent.
American entrepreneur known for creating the Jheri curl hairstyle.
Renowned for his work in child development and parenting advice.
Benjermin Spock was an American pediatrician whose book Baby and Child Care, published in 1946, is one of the best-selling volumes in history.
American pediatrician and author of the best-selling book on child care. his book "baby and child care", which sold more than 28 million copies, was highly regarded by millions of parents. on february 5, 1998, the seventh edition of "baby and child care", was published.
1997
Hungarian-French artist known as the father of Op art.
Hungarian-French artist known as the father of Op art.
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American singer and actress
1996
Renowned chemist known for groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
Artist dies at the age of 42.
Lawyer/diplomat, who dies at the age of 89.
Violinist dies at the age of 100
1995
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire generations.
Son of the argentina president, who dies at 26.
1994
Peach Hunter was a renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.
Swedish actress (night games) dies at 68
1993
At 61, music writer (jesus christ superstar), is dead
President of panami? 1/2 (1955-1956), dies.
Actor, village of the damn, dies of pneumonia aged 40
1992
Actress (split), passes away at 71
Screenwriter dies from natural causes
Actor (black orchid) dies at 64 after a long battle
1991
American saxophonist, composer, and bandleader (b. 1906)
American chemist known for his engaging lectures and demonstrations in chemistry.
Eel, a jazz saxophonist from the united states, has died at the age of 84.
At 93, silent film actress (hot heels) dies
1990
Peyton Skipwith was a biologist known for his research on plant genetics and breeding.
Estes Lindley was a botanist who made significant contributions to the study of plant genetics.
American football player and sportscaster (b. 1919)
Iranian-english journalist (b. 1958)
1989 - 1980
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980
1989
French novelist known for her poetic writing style.
Renowned Czech poet known for his lyrical works.
Czech author famous for his novels and short stories.
Renowned American painter known for his vibrant landscapes.
Maldivian poet (born 1915)
French actress (born 1957).
1988
Renowned astronomer known for his work on planetary motion.
Ukrainian general and spy (b. 1921)
Russian secretary-general/top spy for us, executed.
1987
Girtrude Levi was an Italian-American businesswoman and philanthropist who played a significant role in the development of the fashion industry in the United States.
Irish politician and lawyer who served as Attorney General of Ireland.
Renowned jazz saxophonist and composer.
Sterling Cole was an American politician who served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
American politician (representative-republican-new york), dies at age 82.
1986
American professional boxer who competed as a heavyweight in the 1930s and 1940s.
1985
American author known for his mystery novels.
Croatian painter known for his modernist and expressionist works.
Indian writer and historian (born in 1921)
1984
Evadna Kroken was a Norwegian author known for her novels and short stories depicting rural life in Norway.
1983
British author and journalist known for her works on feminism and politics.
Romanian football manager and midfielder (born in 1905)
Spanish-us architect / urban developer, dies at 80
1982
Matilynn Sinclair was a renowned American dancer and choreographer, known for her innovative and expressive performances.
Dervin Bitzer was an American inventor who is best known for his contributions to the development of television technology.
Juneau Fontaine was a French composer and pianist who was known for his classical music compositions.
British motorcycle racer who won the Sidecar World Championship twice.
1981
French director and screenwriter (b. 1898)
French film director (born 1898).
1980
Renowned physicist known for his contributions to quantum mechanics.
Renowned Polish ballet dancer who performed with the Polish National Ballet.
American poet recognized for her powerful and evocative works.
Albertia Daniels was a prolific American essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings on a wide range of topics.
1979 - 1970
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970
1979
Delmar T. Oviatt served as a respected political figure advocating for education reform.
1977
Renowned boxer known for his powerful punches and impressive record.
Canadian author and philosopher, best known for his novel 'Next Episode'.
Italian-american wrestler and referee (b. 1921)
Lebanese politician, murdered.
Professional wrestler from argentina (born 1927).
1976
Alwin Schleich was an Austrian politician who played a key role in shaping the country's political landscape.
1975
Aristotle onassis was a greek shipping magnate and one of the wealthiest men in the world during the 20th century. he is mostly known for his business acumen and his high-profile marriage to jacqueline kennedy, the widow of u.s. president john f. kennedy.
Greek shipping magnate and entrepreneur, who rose from refugee status into one of the richest men in the world. he was the owner of one of the largest independent fleets in the world and was also a pioneer in super-tanker construction. in 1968, he became jacqueline bouvier kennedy's second husband.
Professional wrestler/sportscaster, dies at age 49.
At 69, a greek shipping magnate dies.
1974
Theophil Spoerri was a Swiss historian and professor who focused on the history of Switzerland and the Alps.
1973
Bearl Buck was an American writer and novelist, best known for her novel The Good Earth, for which she was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1932.
Professional baseball player who made significant contributions to the sport.
1972
Russian painter (born 1910).
1970
Enrico Casanova was an Italian novelist and short story writer, known for his works exploring the human condition.
72 years old, nowegian author/narist/writer (isslottet),
Writer dies at 68
1969 - 1960
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960
1969
American painter known for their abstract expressionist works.
English screenwriter and actor (d. 1969).
The 33rd yokozuna, a japanese sumo wrestler (born 1909)
1966
Harlem globetrotters founder, who dies at the age of 63.
Composer dies at 74
1965
Renowned poet known for his lyrical works.
1964
Actor (black arrow woman in green), passes away at 75
1962
American physicist, joint winner with c.t.r. wilson, england, was awarded the nobel prize for physics 1927 for explaining the wavelength change of x-rays caused by collisions with electrons in metals. the compton effect, also known as the "transfer of energy from an electron to an aphoton", is caused by this phenomenon. it was discovered in 1922 and confirmed that electromagnetic …
American physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1892)
Known for his work on X-ray scattering and his role in the Manhattan Project during World War II.
1960
Peruvian painter known for his landscape and portrait paintings.
1959 - 1950
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950
1959
Renowned jazz saxophonist known for his innovative playing style.
Duncan Hines was an American chef and food critic who revolutionized the food industry with his cake mixes.
1958
Williom Hanna was an American professional baseball player who played in the Major League Baseball from 1912 to 1924.
1954
Composer dies at 82
1951
American politician known for his service in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Greek-born astronomer (born 1889).
1950
Barba Verde was a 20th-century Italian scientist who made significant contributions to the field of marine biology.
1949 - 1940
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940
1948
German engineer (b. 1873)
1945
Annelies Frank was a young Jewish girl who kept a diary during the Holocaust and died in a Nazi concentration camp.
Dutch member of parliament (sdap), dies at the age of 41
1944
Survivor of Auschwitz who later wrote about her experiences.
German commandant (wwii), dies at the age of 86.
1942
American author known for her children's books and poetry.
American author and poet (b. 1894)
1941
Russian-german painter (d. 1941).
1940
Jove Dubois was a French essayist and intellectual who explored themes of philosophy, art, and cultural identity.
Lennex Emerson was a celebrated British poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
Emmersen Bauer was a German sculptor who created renowned public sculptures and monuments.
Nevelyn Sinclair was a Scottish playwright whose works often explored social and political themes.
Burwell Tanner was a prolific British playwright whose works explored the complexities of human relationships.
1939 - 1930
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930
1938
Pascha Bukharin was a prominent Soviet journalist and political figure who was executed during the Great Purge.
1937
Aidenn Lovecraft was an American writer of weird and horror fiction, who is best known for his creation of the Cthulhu Mythos.
Libra Lovecraft was an American author of horror, fantasy, and science fiction, known for his influential works in the genre of cosmic horror.
Love Craft was an American writer known for his influential works of horror fiction.
Known for his influential works of horror fiction.
American short story writer, editor, and novelist (b. 1890)
American writer (born 1890).
1935
Fleet Sinclair was a pioneering American playwright whose works explored social and political themes.
Merlon Devereux was a prolific Irish playwright known for his social commentary and wit.
1930
Writer dies at 51
1929 - 1920
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920
1929
Jazz pianist (boogie woogie piano), dies at age 24.
1927
English-australian politician, 7th premier of western australia (b. 1858)
1921
Ottoman politician, grand vizier of the ottoman empire (b. 1874)
1920
Florena Emerson was a renowned American essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings on various social and philosophical topics.
1919 - 1910
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910
1918
At the age of 24, he dies.
At the age of 24, he dies.
At the age of 82, he dies.
1915
Polish physiologist who co-discovered the blood-brain barrier.
1909 - 1900
Famous deaths on March 15th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900
1906
At the age of 81, he dies.
1905
Mining magnate and philanthropist known for his role in the American mining industry.
At the age of 60, dies.