Famous people and celebrities who died on May 28

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on May 28. 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.

• 1940 Walter Connolly

  Actor (it happened one night, good earth), is killed at 53

• 1968 Fyodor Okhlopkov

  Heroic Soviet sniper during World War II, renowned for his exceptional marksmanship and bravery on the Eastern Front.

• 1971 Audie Murphy

  Audie Murphy was the most decorated American soldier of World War II, receiving 23 awards including the Medal of Honor. After his military service, he became a Hollywood actor specializing in Western films, turning his war heroism into a successful entertainment career.

• 1971 Jean Vilar

  A renowned French stage director and actor who revolutionized French theater, known for his innovative and striking theatrical productions. He began his artistic career as a jazz musician before becoming a prominent figure in Parisian theater.

• 1981 Stefan Wyszyński

  Stefan Wyszyński was a prominent Polish cardinal who played a crucial role in the Catholic Church during the communist era in Poland, advocating for religious freedom and national identity.

• 1981 Mary Lou Williams

  Renowned African American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger who significantly influenced jazz music across multiple eras from swing to bebop.

• 1982 H. Jones

  English Colonel H. Jones was a distinguished military officer who was awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest military decoration in the United Kingdom. He died in combat on 28 May 1982, likely during the Falklands War.

• 1983 Erastus Corning 2nd

  Long-serving American politician who was the 72nd mayor of Albany, New York, holding office for over four decades.

• 1984 Eric Morecambe

  Eric Morecambe was a legendary British comedian who formed the iconic comedy duo Morecambe and Wise with Ernie Wise. Their comedy partnership spanned decades and became a beloved part of British entertainment, with their Christmas specials drawing massive audiences.

• 1986 Lurene Tuttle

  Actress (father of bride, julia) dies at 79

• 1994 Julius Boros

  Professional golfer who won the US Open in 1952 and was a prominent figure in golf during the mid-20th century. He was a three-time major champion who died of a heart attack at age 74.

• 1995 Jean Muir

  British fashion model and designer known for her influential work in the fashion industry during mid-20th century.

• 1995 Daniela Rocca

  Actress (battle of austerlitz), d. 57

• 1998 Phil Hartman

  Legendary comedian and actor known for his versatile character work on Saturday Night Live and NewsRadio. He was tragically murdered by his wife in 1998, cutting short a brilliant comedy career.

• 2001 Francisco Varela

  Renowned Chilean neuroscientist and philosopher who made groundbreaking contributions to understanding consciousness, cognitive science, and autopoiesis.

• 2003 Martha Scott

  Martha Scott was a prominent American actress known for her stage and film performances, with notable roles in theater and Hollywood productions.

• 2003 Ilya Romanovich Prigogine

  Nobel Prize laureate for his contributions to non-equilibrium thermodynamics, particularly the theory of dissipative structures

• 2003 Ilya Prigogine

  CHE - Russian-belgian chemist and physicist, nobel prize laureate (d. 2003)

• 2003 Oleg Grigoryevich Makarov

  Prominent Russian cosmonaut and engineer who made significant contributions to the Soviet space program.

• 2007 Jörg Immendorff

  Prominent German contemporary artist known for his provocative neo-expressionist paintings and political activism in the art world.

• 2010 Gary Coleman

  Gary Coleman was a famous American child actor who rose to stardom in the 1980s through his iconic role in the sitcom 'Diff'rent Strokes'. Despite his small stature due to a medical condition, he became a pop culture icon and memorable television personality.

• 2013 Eddi Arent

  Renowned German actor celebrated for his versatile performances in film and television across multiple decades.

• 2013 Viktor Kulikov

  Soviet military commander who served during World War II and rose to high ranks in the Soviet Army, playing a significant role in strategic military operations.

• 2014 Maya Angelou

  Maya Angelou was a renowned American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist who inspired generations with her powerful and poignant writings.

• 2017 Frank Deford

  Legendary American sports journalist, author, and commentator who significantly influenced sports writing through his work at Sports Illustrated and NPR. He was known for his eloquent and insightful storytelling about sports and athletes.

• 2018 Cornelia Frances

  British-Australian actress and television presenter who had a significant career in television, moving between the UK and Australia throughout her professional life.

• 2018 Jens Christian Skou

  CHE - Danish chemist and physiologist, nobel prize laureate (d. 2018)

• 2018 Jens C. Skou

  Nobel Prize laureate for the first discovery of an ion-transporting enzyme, Na+, K+ -ATPase

• 2023 Harald zur Hausen

  Nobel Prize laureate for his discovery of human papilloma viruses causing cervical cancer