Famous people and celebrities who died on September 15

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on September 15. 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.

• 1926 Rudolf Christoph Eucken

  LIT - German philosopher and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1846)

• 1930 Milton Sills

  American screenwriter and actor (d. 1930).

• 1938 Thomas Wolfe

  Thomas Wolfe was a prominent American novelist and playwright known for his autobiographical novels like 'Look Homeward, Angel' and 'You Can't Go Home Again'. He was a significant figure in early 20th-century American literature, celebrated for his expansive and poetic writing style. His works often explored themes of personal identity, family, and the American experience.

• 1971 John Desmond Bernal

  A pioneering British scientist who made groundbreaking contributions to X-ray crystallography and molecular biology, significantly advancing our understanding of biological structures.

• 1972 Ulvi Cemal Erkin

  Prominent Turkish classical music composer and music educator who significantly contributed to modern Turkish art music and music education in the 20th century.

• 1975 Franco Bordoni

  Italian race car driver and pilot who was active in motorsports during the mid-20th century.

• 1978 Robert Cliche

  Robert Cliche was a prominent Canadian lawyer, judge, and politician who played a significant role in Quebec's legal and political landscape during the mid-20th century. He was known for his contributions to the judicial system and public service in Quebec.

• 1980 Bill Evans

  Legendary jazz pianist known for his innovative and lyrical approach to improvisation, particularly in modal jazz and cool jazz styles. He significantly influenced the development of jazz piano in the mid-20th century.

• 1983 Willie Bobo

  Willie Bobo was a renowned Latin jazz and salsa drummer known for his innovative percussion style and significant contributions to the jazz and Latin music scenes during the 1960s and 1970s.

• 1985 Cootie Williams

  Influential jazz trumpeter and bandleader known for his work with Duke Ellington and significant contributions to swing and big band music during the mid-20th century.

• 1986 Virginia Gregg

  Virginia Gregg was an accomplished American character actress known for her versatile roles in film, television, and radio. She appeared in numerous productions, including the classic film adaptation of 'Little Women', and was particularly renowned for her voice acting work. Her career spanned several decades, making significant contributions to mid-20th century entertainment.

• 1989 Robert Penn Warren

  Renowned American novelist, poet, and literary critic who won three Pulitzer Prizes. He is best known for his novel 'All the King's Men' and was the first United States Poet Laureate.

• 1989 Jan DeGaetani

  Acclaimed American mezzo-soprano celebrated for her exceptional performances of contemporary classical vocal music, who tragically died of leukemia at age 56.

• 1991 Smokey Burgess

  Professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball from 1949 to 1967, primarily with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Known for his exceptional batting skills as a catcher and pinch hitter.

• 1991 John Hoyt

  John Hoyt was an accomplished American actor known for his distinctive roles in film and television. He passed away in 1991 from lung cancer at the age of 87.

• 1993 Pino Puglisi

  Italian Catholic priest who was murdered by the Mafia in 1993 and is considered a martyr for his anti-mafia activism in Palermo.

• 1995 Rien Poortvliet

  Renowned Dutch illustrator famous for his incredibly detailed drawings of animals, nature, and fantasy creatures, particularly his bestselling book on gnomes.

• 1995 Gunnar Nordahl

  Gunnar Nordahl was a legendary Swedish footballer who played for AC Milan and the Swedish national team, renowned for his exceptional goal-scoring abilities and significant impact on football in the mid-20th century.

• 2000 Vincent Canby

  Vincent Canby was a renowned film and theater critic for The New York Times, known for his influential and insightful reviews that shaped cultural discourse in the late 20th century.

• 2003 Garner Ted Armstrong

  Prominent American televangelist and religious broadcaster who founded the Intercontinental Church of God and was a significant figure in the religious media landscape of the 20th century.

• 2004 Johnny Ramone

  Founding member and guitarist of the influential punk rock band The Ramones, who played a crucial role in shaping the punk music genre in the 1970s.

• 2004 Walter Stewart

  Prominent Canadian journalist and author known for his investigative reporting and literary works.

• 2006 Oriana Fallaci

  Renowned Italian journalist and author known for her provocative and intense reporting on global political issues, particularly her interviews with world leaders and her critical perspectives on war and politics.

• 2006 Raymond Baxter

  Renowned English television presenter and former pilot who was a prominent media personality in the mid-20th century.

• 2007 Colin McRae

  Colin McRae was a legendary Scottish rally driver renowned for his aggressive and spectacular driving style, who became a global icon in motorsport before his tragic death in 2007.

• 2008 Richard Wright

  Legendary keyboardist of Pink Floyd, a pioneering rock band that revolutionized progressive and psychedelic rock. He was a crucial member of the band from its early days until his death in 2008.

• 2010 Arrow

  A pioneering computer graphics expert and co-founder of Pixar Animation Studios, who significantly contributed to the digital animation revolution.

• 2017 Harry Dean Stanton

  Harry Dean Stanton was a legendary American character actor known for his distinctive appearance and memorable roles in independent and cult films like 'Paris, Texas' and 'Repo Man'.

• 2023 Fernando Botero

  Renowned Colombian artist famous for his distinctive style of depicting voluminous, disproportionate human and animal figures. His unique artistic approach has made him one of the most recognized Latin American painters and sculptors of the 20th and 21st centuries.