Famous people and celebrities who died on June 21

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on June 21. 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.

• 1652 Inigo Jones

  The queen's house was designed by an english architect (d. 1652)

• 1914 Bertha von Suttner

  PEA - Austrian journalist and author, nobel prize laureate (b. 1843)

• 1914 Baroness Bertha Sophie Felicita von Suttner, née Countess Kinsky von Chinic und Tettau

  Nobel Prize laureate for her audacity to oppose the horrors of war

• 1954 Gideon Sundback

  The zipper was invented by a swedish-american engineer (d. 1954).

• 1957 Johannes Stark

  PHY - German physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1874)

• 1964 Michael Schwerner

  Civil rights activist murdered during the Freedom Summer of 1964, a pivotal moment in the American Civil Rights Movement.

• 1964 Andrew Goodman

  Civil rights activist murdered during the Freedom Summer of 1964, becoming a symbol of the civil rights movement.

• 1964 James Chaney

  Civil rights activist who was a key figure in the Mississippi Freedom Summer of 1964, tragically murdered during the civil rights movement.

• 1969 Maureen Connolly

  Maureen Connolly was a legendary American tennis player who dominated women's tennis in the 1950s, winning nine Grand Slam singles titles before her tragic early death.

• 1970 Sukarno

  First President of Indonesia who led the country's independence movement and played a crucial role in its transition from Dutch colonial rule to a sovereign nation.

• 1970 Achmed Sukarno

  Revolutionary leader who fought for Indonesian independence, negotiating sovereignty from the Netherlands after a four-year struggle and becoming the country's first president.

• 1970 Piers Courage

  English race car driver who tragically died during a racing event in 1970, marking a significant moment in motorsport history.

• 1980 Bert Kaempfert

  Bert Kaempfert was a renowned German composer and orchestra leader who significantly influenced popular music in the mid-20th century. He composed numerous hit songs and was a key figure in the development of easy listening and big band music.

• 1985 Tage Erlander

  Prominent Swedish politician who served as the 25th Prime Minister of Sweden from 1946 to 1969, playing a significant role in shaping modern Swedish social democracy.

• 1995 Tristan Jones

  Renowned Welsh author and sailor famous for his captivating sea adventure books, documenting extraordinary maritime experiences.

• 1997 Shintaro Katsu

  Renowned Japanese actor, singer, director, and producer who was a significant figure in Japanese entertainment from the mid-20th century.

• 1998 Elvi Hale

  American actress known for her work in mid-20th century film and television, with a notable career spanning several decades.

• 2000 Alan Hovhaness

  Alan Hovhaness was an influential American composer known for his innovative and spiritual musical compositions, particularly works like 'Lousadzak' that blended Eastern and Western musical traditions.

• 2001 Carroll O'Connor

  Carroll O'Connor was an iconic American actor best known for his groundbreaking role as Archie Bunker in the influential sitcom 'All in the Family', which challenged racial stereotypes and social norms in the 1970s.

• 2001 Soad Hosny

  Iconic Egyptian actress and singer known for her significant contributions to Arabic cinema during the 1960s and 1970s, often referred to as the 'Cinderella of Arabic Cinema'.

• 2001 John Lee Hooker

  Iconic American blues musician who revolutionized blues and rock music with his distinctive boogie style and profound influence on modern music.

• 2003 Leon Uris

  Prominent American novelist known for historical fiction works like 'Exodus' and 'Mila 18', which explored complex themes of Jewish history and identity.

• 2007 Bob Evans

  Successful American entrepreneur who founded Bob Evans Restaurants, a popular Midwestern restaurant chain known for its farm-fresh food and breakfast offerings. His business became a significant player in the American restaurant industry.

• 2008 Kermit Love

  Renowned American puppeteer and costume designer best known for his significant contributions to children's television, particularly in creating iconic Sesame Street and Muppets characters.

• 2010 İlhan Selçuk

  Prominent Turkish journalist, author, and lawyer known for his critical and influential writing in Turkish media during the 20th century.

• 2012 Anna Schwartz

  Renowned American economist who made significant contributions to monetary economics and collaborated extensively with Milton Friedman in understanding monetary policy and economic fluctuations.

• 2016 Pierre Lalonde

  Pierre Lalonde was a prominent Canadian television host and popular singer who significantly contributed to Quebec's entertainment industry during the mid-20th century.

• 2018 Charles Krauthammer

  Pulitzer Prize-winning conservative political commentator, columnist, and influential political analyst who significantly shaped American political discourse.

• 2023 Winnie Ewing

  Scottish lawyer and politician, known as a pioneering figure in Scottish nationalism and a long-serving Member of the European Parliament.