Famous people and celebrities who died on October 25

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on October 25. 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.

• 1920 Alexander

  King of Greece from 1917-1920, who tragically died at the young age of 27 after being bitten by an ape.

• 1955 Sadako Sasaki

  A young Japanese girl who became a powerful symbol of peace after surviving the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and her poignant story of folding 1,000 origami cranes before her death from radiation-induced leukemia.

• 1957 Albert Anastasia

  Notorious Italian-American mobster who was a key figure in Murder, Inc. and the Gambino crime family. He was assassinated in a brazen murder at a Manhattan barbershop, symbolizing the violent world of organized crime in mid-20th century America.

• 1973 Abebe Bikila

  Legendary Ethiopian marathon runner who won Olympic gold medals in 1960 and 1964, famously running barefoot in Rome and becoming the first African to win an Olympic marathon.

• 1976 Raymond Queneau

  Prominent French novelist, poet, and screenwriter who significantly influenced French literature and was a key member of the experimental literary group Oulipo.

• 1984 Pascale Ogier

  Pascale Ogier was a talented French actress who appeared in Ghost Dance and tragically died at the young age of 24 from a heart attack, leaving a brief but memorable artistic legacy.

• 1985 Morton Downey

  Singer (star of the family), passes away at the age of 83.

• 1988 Bill Cody

  Actor (blazing judgment, ghost city), passes away at 75

• 1989 Mary McCarthy

  Mary McCarthy was a prominent American intellectual, novelist, and literary critic known for her sharp wit, complex literary works, and influential essays on politics and culture.

• 1992 Roger Miller

  Renowned American country music singer-songwriter, known for iconic hits like 'King of the Road' and 'Dang Me'. A Grammy Award winner who significantly influenced country and pop music in the 1960s.

• 1993 Vincent Price

  Iconic American actor renowned for his distinctive voice and sophisticated horror film roles. A true Renaissance man, he was also a respected art collector, gourmet cook, and prolific author of art and culinary books.

• 1995 Viveca Lindfors

  Renowned Swedish-American actress and theater director who successfully transitioned from Swedish cinema to Hollywood, known for her distinctive facial features and compelling performances across stage and screen.

• 1995 Bobby Riggs

  Legendary tennis player famous for his Wimbledon championship and the iconic 'Battle of the Sexes' match against Billie Jean King in 1973, which became a significant cultural moment in sports history.

• 1999 Leonard Boyle

  Renowned Irish-Canadian palaeographer and medievalist who made significant contributions to historical manuscript research.

• 1999 Payne Stewart

  Professional golfer known for his distinctive knickerbockers style and major championship victories. He tragically died in a mysterious plane crash in 1999 when the aircraft flew on autopilot for hours before crashing in South Dakota, killing all aboard.

• 2002 René Thom

  Renowned French mathematician who pioneered catastrophe theory, making significant contributions to topology and mathematical modeling of complex systems.

• 2002 Richard Harris

  Legendary Irish actor known for his versatility, winning multiple prestigious awards including an Academy Award, Golden Globe, and Grammy. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1981 and was renowned for his powerful performances in film and theater.

• 2003 Veikko Hakulinen

  Legendary Finnish cross-country skier who won gold medals in the 30km and 50km events at the 1956 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. He was a dominant athlete in Nordic skiing during the 1950s and considered one of Finland's greatest winter sports athletes.

• 2003 Pandurang Shastri Athavale

  Renowned Indian spiritual leader, philosopher, and social activist who founded the Swadhyay Parivar movement promoting spiritual and social transformation.

• 2006 Emilio Vedova

  Emilio Vedova was a prominent Italian abstract expressionist painter who significantly influenced post-war European art through his dynamic, gestural canvases and innovative use of color and movement.

• 2010 Lisa Blount

  Lisa Blount was an American actress and producer known for her roles in films like 'Prince of Darkness' and 'An Officer and a Gentleman'. She won an Oscar for producing the short film 'The Accountant'.

• 2010 Gregory Isaacs

  Gregory Isaacs was a legendary Jamaican reggae singer-songwriter known as the 'Cool Ruler' for his smooth vocal style and influential contributions to the reggae music scene. He was a pivotal figure in the development of lovers rock and dancehall genres during the 1970s and 1980s. Isaacs passed away in 2010, leaving behind a significant musical legacy.

• 2012 Jacques Barzun

  Renowned French-American historian, cultural critic, and author who made significant contributions to intellectual history. He was a prolific writer and influential academic at Columbia University.

• 2013 Bill Sharman

  Bill Sharman was a legendary basketball player and coach who played a pivotal role in the Boston Celtics' dynasty during the 1950s, revolutionizing coaching techniques with the introduction of morning shootarounds.

• 2014 Jack Bruce

  Legendary Scottish bass player, singer, and songwriter who was a founding member of the iconic rock band Cream. He was a pivotal figure in the development of blues-rock and progressive rock in the 1960s.

• 2015 Lisa Jardine

  Renowned British historian and academic who specialized in Renaissance studies, wrote extensively on cultural and intellectual history, and was a prominent public intellectual.

• 2015 Flip Saunders

  Renowned NBA coach who led the Minnesota Timberwolves and significantly influenced professional basketball coaching strategies.

• 2016 Carlos Alberto Torres

  Legendary Brazilian football player and manager, captain of the iconic 1970 World Cup-winning Brazilian national team, widely considered one of the greatest defenders in football history.

• 2020 Lee Kun-hee

  Visionary business leader who transformed Samsung from a small trading company to a global technology powerhouse, significantly impacting the world's electronics industry.