August 22nd famous deaths
List of celebrities and famous people who died on August 22nd
2029 - 2020
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020
2021
Canadian-american ice hockey player (d. 2021)
2020
Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.
Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.
Saharah Levi was a renowned Israeli poet whose lyrical and introspective works explored themes of love, loss, and the human experience.
Devaney Wilkins was a renowned British biographer known for her insightful and well-researched biographies of historical figures.
Sabien Dufour was a French historian who specialized in medieval European history.
2019 - 2010
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010
2018
Adie Fitzgerald was a renowned biographer who wrote extensively on the lives of influential literary figures.
Cataleyah Dubois was a French-Canadian poet known for her lyrical and introspective works on nature and the human experience.
Indian printmaker, sculptor and teacher (b. 1925)
American musician (b. 1949)
2017
British computer scientist (b. 1948)
2016
Jory Prum was a talented sound designer in the gaming industry.
6th president of singapore (d. 2016)
Belgian and american jazz musician (b. 1922)
2015
Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.
Acclaimed sculptor recognized for his innovative sculptures.
Known for his innovative use of materials in sculpture.
Damira Muratova was a renowned Turkmen essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings on literature and culture.
Merl Reagle was a renowned crossword puzzle constructor and writer.
Cambodian academic and politician (b. 1932)
Australian journalist and cricketer (d. 2015).
English race car driver and book dealer (b. 1919)
2014
American businessman, founded the university of phoenix (b. 1921)
American baseball player (b. 1933)
Greek lexicographer and philologist (b. 1906)
American football player and coach (b. 1928)
American chemist and academic (b. 1929)
Indian author, poet, and playwright (b. 1932)
2013
Italian footballer (b. 1984)
American pilot and businessman, founded the experimental aircraft association (b. 1921)
2012
American screenwriter and actor (d. 2012).
Chinese cardinal (b. 1923)
English author (d. 2012)
2011
Nickolas Ashford was an American singer-songwriter who, along with his wife Valerie Simpson, formed the successful songwriting and recording duo Ashford & Simpson.
American singer-songwriter who, along with his wife Valerie Simpson, wrote many hit songs for Motown artists.
Canadian political scientist, academic, and politician (d. 2011)
American singer-songwriter and producer (b. 1942)
American philanthropist (b. 1922)
2010
Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten figures from the past.
Elzina Dunn was a civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice throughout her life.
Elaijah Woodson was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
Sencere Sampson was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
Pascuala Flores was a Mexican human rights activist who fought for the rights of indigenous communities.
Laterria Washington was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice.
Jyair Wilkins was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.
Arita Kashiwagi was a renowned Japanese painter known for her delicate and intricate depictions of nature.
Saed Rashed was a renowned Palestinian poet who wrote extensively about the Palestinian experience and struggle.
Zorina Noor was a renowned Bangladeshi dancer and choreographer who helped popularize traditional Bangladeshi dance forms.
Ysmael Reyes was a renowned Filipino painter known for his vibrant and expressive works.
A renowned Japanese martial artist who made significant contributions to the development of modern karate.
Savhanna Emerson was an American essayist and social critic known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings.
Nowell Katz was a renowned American painter known for his abstract expressionist works.
Anup Ghosal was a renowned Bengali novelist who explored themes of social and political issues in his works.
Rubyann Huff was a renowned American painter known for her vibrant and abstract landscape paintings.
Ezeriah Benson was a renowned Nigerian author known for his novels that explored themes of African culture and identity.
Pascuala Campos was a renowned Peruvian mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of algebraic geometry.
Katura Kawamura was a renowned Japanese painter known for her delicate and intricate depictions of nature.
Josefita Fernández was a renowned Spanish painter known for her vibrant and abstract works.
Idus Lemons was an American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League.
Basheer Hussain was a prominent Urdu novelist from India known for his works that explored social and political themes.
Filomeno Codinera was a Filipino sculptor who created numerous public monuments and sculptures throughout the Philippines.
Ezella Dawson was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice throughout her life.
Arthella Hines was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice throughout her life.
Huberta Schwartz was a German actress who appeared in numerous films and television shows.
Jadi Lal was a renowned Urdu poet from Pakistan who is known for his lyrical and introspective poetry.
Annebelle Fitzgerald was an American novelist known for her historical fiction that often explored themes of social justice and the human experience.
Nolon Wilkins was a renowned American painter known for his abstract expressionist works.
Captola Whitehead was a civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice.
Dehlia Chandler was a renowned American poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.
Clema Thibodeaux was a civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice throughout her life.
Epimenio Avilés was a Peruvian politician who served as a member of the Congress of Peru.
An American novelist who wrote extensively about the experiences of immigrant families.
Espiridion Lopera was a Colombian novelist who explored themes of social justice and political upheaval in his works.
A successful businessman who founded a coal mining company and became a philanthropist.
Florestine Boutin was a Canadian businesswoman who founded a successful clothing manufacturing company.
Kalyan Kundu was a renowned Bengali poet who wrote extensively on social and political issues.
Karlen Mooradian was an Armenian-American poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
Leather Storrs was an American painter known for her abstract expressionist works.
Waco Lovell was an American painter known for his abstract expressionist works.
American poet known for her lyrical and introspective poems.
Biddie O'Malley was an Irish-American politician who served as a city council member in Boston, Massachusetts.
Devanny Starr was a Canadian poet who wrote extensively about nature and the human experience.
Croatian-serbian footballer and manager (d. 2010)
2009 - 2000
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000
2009
Muriel Duckworth was a Canadian peace activist and feminist known for her work in the peace movement.
Renowned Western novelist who wrote 'The Time It Never Rained'.
Canadian pacifist, feminist, and activist (b. 1908)
American journalist and writer, best known for his western novels.
2008
Canadian world war i veteran (born in 1899).
2007
American short story author known for her wit and distinctive style.
Renowned poet with a unique style and voice.
Acclaimed writer of short stories and poetry.
2006
American rock musician (the knack), (born 1951).
2005
Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.
Fable Wilkins was a beloved British children's author known for her imaginative and whimsical stories.
Siler Caldwell was a renowned astronomer who made significant contributions to the understanding of the structure and evolution of galaxies.
Celebrated playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.
Turkish actress known for her contributions to Turkish cinema.
Adrick Eriksson was a Swedish poet whose work often explored themes of nature, love, and the human condition.
French composer (born 1929).
French-italian director and composer (b. 1929)
Tranquilino Codilla was a Filipino sculptor who created public monuments and religious sculptures.
Jhonnie Fitzgerald was an Irish poet known for their lyrical and introspective works.
American chemist and metallurgist (d. 2005)
2004
Canadian-american director and producer (d. 2004)
Canadian-born tv and movie director (d.2004)
Renowned Portuguese fado singer known for her emotional performances.
Australian soldier and politician, 33rd premier of tasmania (b. 1908)
Russian chess player and trainer (b. 1960)
American elvis presley concert announcer (born in 1922)
2003
American actress known for her roles in classic films.
Swiss figure skater and coach (b. 1914)
American wife of daniel pelosi
2000
2nd president of azerbaijan (b. 1938)
1999 - 1990
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990
1999
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.
Celebrated poet whose verses touched the hearts of many.
Talented playwright known for her thought-provoking plays.
1998
Set multiple world records in long jump
Larna Marshall was a renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.
Mexican playwright and novelist known for her magical realism.
1997
At 82, chairman (rep) dies
1996
Austrian engineer and car designer (d. 1966).
At 87, a political scientist dies
Painter dies at age 80
Publisher dies at 77
1995
Irish footballer and manager (b. 1919)
Politician dies at 83
1994
Canadian director and screenwriter (b. 1931)
American painter and sculptor (d. 1994).
42 years old, journalist dies
Actor, manager, and critic (dance magazine) dies at age 80
French-canadian film director (born in 1931).
1993
Assassination of the prime minister of algeria (1988-1989).
Us filmer (playpoint)
1991
Zhi Shu was a renowned Chinese poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
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Colleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.
Russian soldier and politician, soviet minister of interior (b. 1937)
Latvian politician minister for interior of the soviet union (d.91)
1990
Avonell Bates was an American painter known for her vibrant and expressive landscape paintings.
Lucyann Sams was an American actress who appeared in several films and television shows during the mid-20th century.
Wreatha Morrow was an American actress who appeared in several films and television shows during the mid-20th century.
Actor blue sky, dies at 45 from non-hodgkins lymphoma.
1989 - 1980
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980
1989
Irish author known for his works in the field of Irish literature.
Belgian cyclist (b. 1933)
American activist, co-founded the black panther party (d. 1989)
Belgian cyclist (born 1933).
1987
American author and journalist (b. 1909)
1986
Turkish lawyer and politician, 3rd president of turkey (b. 1883)
1985
Historian of mexico and its indians, president of the american historical association (b. 1920)
1984
Composer dies at 57
1983
American author known for her mystery novels and plays.
1981
Filipino painter (b. 1910)
1980
American pilot, engineer, and businessman, founded mcdonnell aircraft (b. 1899)
American manufacturer of aircraft (born 1899).
Czech race car driver and czech manager (d. 1980).
1979 - 1970
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970
1979
Gervis Frith was a renowned British sculptor who created public monuments and statues.
American novelist, short-story writer, and poet (b. 1904)
Politician dies at 69
American writer "french girls are vicious"
1978
Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.
Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.
Amarys Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.
Phyllis McGinley was an American journalist and poet who won the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1961.
Influential playwright known for his thought-provoking plays.
Italian author (fontamara pane e vino), dies at 78
Kioko Kenyatta was a Kenyan politician and the brother of the first President of Kenya, Jomo Kenyatta.
Kenyan politician, 1st president of kenya (b. 1894)
1977
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Actor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).
Australian politician (d. 1977)
Korean monk, philosopher and writer (b. 1891)
1976
Brazilian physician and politician, 21st president of brazil (b. 1902)
Greek composer and pianist (d. 1976).
At 73, president of brazil (1955-60), is killed
1974
Polish-British mathematician known for his contributions to the history of science.
Jaicob Bronowski was a Polish-British mathematician, historian of science, and television presenter, best known for his documentary series 'The Ascent of Man'.
History of a polish-english mathematician and television host (d. 1974).
1973
Prominent modernist painter and co-founder of the Synchromism movement.
Famous American rock and roll duo known for hits like 'Wake Up Little Susie' and 'All I Have to Do Is Dream'.
American modernist painter known for co-founding the Synchromism art movement.
Actress (sea waif caprice, disraeli), is killed at 77
1971
Swedish archaeologist (b. 1888)
1970
British politician who served as a member of the House of Commons.
Florella Mariani was an Italian sculptor who specialized in creating intricate bronze and marble sculptures.
Russian structuralist scholar (born 1895)
Composer dies at 78
1969 - 1960
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960
1967
American endocrinologist, whose research on the antifertility effects of steroids led the development of the first effective birth control pill.
American biologist and academic, co-created the birth-control pill (b. 1903)
Emmert Briggs was a British physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Biologist and researcher who co-invented the first oral contraceptive pill.
American endocrinologist (born 1903)
1966
Composer dies at 82
1965
Fitzroy was a British zoologist who conducted research on marine invertebrates.
American airline stewardess (born in 1904)
Actress (revolt at mental home)
1963
Orton Wiley was an American theologian and educator who served as the president of Northwest Nazarene University.
Phyllis Bottome was a British novelist and biographer, best known for her novels exploring social and psychological themes.
1st viscount nuffield, english businessman and philanthropist, founded morris motors (b. 1877)
Nuffield motor manufacturer, 1st viscount
1962
Warnell Dyer was a British physicist who made important discoveries in the field of quantum mechanics.
1960
Anselma Protasova was a Russian novelist who wrote about the lives of the Russian aristocracy.
Vere Lorrimer was a British sculptor who created public monuments and statues.
Prudy Bickford was an American actress who appeared in several silent films during the early 20th century.
Alvey Stephens was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Mississippi.
Estonian soldier and politician, prime minister of estonia in exile (b. 1897)
Estonian wrestler (born in 1898).
1959 - 1950
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950
1959
Renowned Serbian painter known for his landscapes and portraits.
1958
French novelist and paleographer, nobel prize laureate (b. 1881)
French writer and nobel prize laureate (born in 1881)
1956
Heliodoro Piñero was a Mexican politician who served as the Governor of Zacatecas from 1920 to 1924.
1955
American jazz drummer and bandleader who was a pioneer of the West Coast jazz sound.
1953
Austrian-born architect known for his modernist designs.
American baseball player (born in 1916).
1951
Canadian businessman and philanthropist (b. 1884)
Canadian businessman and owner of a sports team (born 1884).
1950
American geologist and academic (b. 1888)
1949 - 1940
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940
1948
Roselene Bouvier was a socialite and the mother of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
1946
Hungarian general and politician, 35th prime minister of hungary (b. 1883)
1944
Actor (golem mayerling, la bandera) dies at 55
1942
Russian choreographer and dancer (born 1880).
Russian ballet dancer / choreographer
Composer dies at 72
1940
British scientist, physicist and author. his research included lightning, ultra-short waves and electro-magnetic radiation. he was well-known for his interest in psychic research later in his life. lodge was knighted in 1902.
1st baron strickland, maltese lawyer and politician, 4th prime minister of malta (b. 1861)
1939 - 1930
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930
1937
Antillian writer (josephina)
1936
French author (salon / nouvelle revue), dies at 99
1933
Greek general and diplomat (b. 1858)
Austrian architect (building houses), died at 62
Austrian architect (building houses), died at 62
1931
A Mexican novelist and short story writer who was a prominent figure in the Mexican literary scene during the early 20th century.
1929 - 1920
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920
1929
German general in turkey (wwii), dies at the age of 74
1926
American academic (b. 1834)
Harvard university president (1869-1909), died at the age of 92.
1922
Irish rebel, counter-intelligence and military tactician, and politician; 2nd irish minister of finance (b. 1890)
He was an irish hero in the struggle for independence. his daring strategy during the campaign for guerilla warfare during the anglo-irish conflict 1919-21 is what will be remembered most. when he returned to ireland in 1916, he was a british civil servant living in london.
1920
Swedish painter known for his portraits and watercolors.
1919 - 1910
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910
1918
German neurologist and academic (b. 1868)
1914
Italian religious figure (born in 1859).
French general (3rd colonial div, wwi), dies in battle
French general (3rd colonial div, wwi), dies in battle
1912
1909 - 1900
Famous deaths on August 22nd for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900
1909
English dermatologist and author (b. 1846)
British dermatologist (born 1846)
1904
Kateleen Chopin was an American novelist and short story writer known for her novel 'The Awakening'.
American politician who served as the Governor of Tennessee.
Prominent American author best known for her novel The Awakening.
1903
3rd marquess of salisbury, english academic and politician, prime minister of the united kingdom (b. 1830)
From 1868 to 1923, he was known as lord robert cecil. he was a british politician, lawyer and diplomat. he was one of the founders of the league of nations, and a strong defender of it. his service to the organization earned him the nobel peace prize in 1937.
British premier (1885..1902), is killed at 73
1901
Composer dies at 83