Famous people and celebrities who died on November 21

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

• 1945 Robert Benchley

  Robert benchley was an american humorist, actor, and writer known for his witty and satirical essays and his work as a film actor and screenwriter.

• 1945 Al Davis

  Legendary NFL team owner who transformed the Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders and became one of the most influential figures in professional football history. He served as the team's principal owner, general manager, and head coach, revolutionizing the sport's business and competitive landscape.

• 1953 Felice Bonetto

  Felice Bonetto was a prominent Italian racing driver who competed in Formula One during the 1950s. He was known for his skill and courage on the track, participating in several Grand Prix events. Bonetto tragically died in a racing accident in 1953.

• 1958 Mel Ott

  Legendary baseball player who played his entire career with the New York Giants, inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame and considered one of the greatest right fielders of his era.

• 1959 Max Baer Jr in Oakland

  Actor best known for playing Jethro Bodine in the classic TV series 'The Beverly Hillbillies'.

• 1959 Max Baer

  Legendary heavyweight boxing champion from Omaha, Nebraska who held the world title from 1934 to 1935. Known for his powerful punching and significant impact on boxing history.

• 1963 Pierre Blanchar

  Pierre blanchar was a french actor who began his career in 1920. he appeared in over 120 french films, and many plays during his life. his greatest fame came in the 1930s films, including "crime and punishment" 1935. blanchard directed two films, and his daughter is an actor.

• 1963 Luis Cernuda

  Prominent Spanish poet of the Generation of '27, known for his significant contributions to Spanish literature during exile, writing poetry and critical essays across multiple languages.

• 1967 Florence Reed

  Actress (black panther club), passes away at 84 after a long battle with illness

• 1970 Sir Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman

  Nobel Prize laureate for his work on the scattering of light and for the discovery of the effect named after him

• 1970 C. V. Raman

  PHY - Indian physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1888)

• 1988 Carl Hubbell

  Legendary baseball pitcher for the New York Giants, known for his exceptional 'screwball' pitch and remarkable career achievements. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1947. Hubbell won 253 games with an impressive 2.97 lifetime ERA.

• 1989 Margot Zemach

  Renowned American children's book illustrator who won the prestigious Caldecott Medal in 1968, consistently producing high-quality illustrated books throughout her career.

• 1993 Bill Bixby

  Versatile American television actor best known for starring in iconic TV series like 'The Incredible Hulk' and 'My Favorite Martian'. He successfully transitioned from acting to directing in the 1990s, including the popular sitcom 'Blossom'.

• 1995 Peter Grant

  Legendary rock music manager who guided Led Zeppelin and Bad Company to international success, revolutionizing the music industry.

• 1995 Dorothy Jeakins

  Renowned Hollywood costume designer who won multiple Academy Awards for her exceptional work in film. She designed costumes for significant movies like 'South Pacific' and worked until her retirement. Her final professional project was with legendary director John Huston on the film 'The Dead'.

• 1996 Abdus Salam

  Pakistani theoretical physicist who made groundbreaking contributions to electroweak unification theory, winning the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1979. He was a pivotal figure in advancing scientific understanding of fundamental particle interactions. His work significantly impacted theoretical physics and quantum mechanics.

• 1999 Quentin Crisp

  Iconic British gay writer and social provocateur who challenged societal norms through his flamboyant persona and groundbreaking memoir 'The Naked Civil Servant'. He became a symbol of LGBTQ+ visibility and self-acceptance during a deeply conservative era.

• 2001 Gardner McKay

  American actor and adventurer who transitioned from Hollywood stardom to a life of global exploration, working as a yacht crew member, traveling extensively, and pursuing diverse creative interests like photography, teaching, and sculpting.

• 2006 Robert Lockwood

  Robert Lockwood Jr. was a renowned American blues guitarist who significantly influenced the development of blues music, particularly in the Delta and Chicago blues styles.

• 2007 Fernando Fernán Gómez

  Prominent Spanish actor, director, and screenwriter who was a significant figure in Spanish cinema and theater.

• 2009 Konstantin Feoktistov

  Prominent Soviet cosmonaut and aerospace engineer who participated in the Voskhod space program, making significant contributions to early human spaceflight.

• 2010 Margaret Taylor-Burroughs

  Prominent African American artist, poet, and educator who co-founded the DuSable Museum of African American History in Chicago, playing a crucial role in preserving and promoting Black cultural heritage.

• 2010 Norris Church Mailer

  Norris Church Mailer was an American model, writer, and the sixth and final wife of renowned novelist Norman Mailer, known for her own literary work and artistic contributions.

• 2013 Fred Kavli

  Norwegian-American businessman and philanthropist who founded the Kavli Foundation, supporting scientific research and human advancement.

• 2013 Vern Mikkelsen

  Professional basketball player and coach who played for the Minneapolis Lakers during the NBA's early years, contributing significantly to the team's success in the 1950s.

• 2015 Joseph Silverstein

  Renowned American violinist and conductor who had a distinguished career in classical music, leading orchestras and performing internationally.

• 2017 David Cassidy

  David Cassidy was an iconic American teen idol and pop star who rose to fame through the television series 'The Partridge Family' in the early 1970s. He was a successful musician who sold over 20 million records and became a cultural phenomenon among teenagers. His musical and acting career made him one of the most recognizable entertainment figures of his …