List of celebrities and famous people who died on September 28th
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020
American rapper (b. 1963)
Nigerian physician, pharmacist, and public servant who served as the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010
Bestselling author of several critically acclaimed novels.
Talented musician who gained fame for his unique style of music.
Co-founder of the Russell Simmons Corporation.
Mexican musician and singer (b. 1948)
Serbian actor (b. 1947)
Former politician who served in various government positions.
Felton Rescigno was a poet known for his evocative and emotional verses.
Israeli television host and newsreader (b. 1943)
American author known for his works in the mystery and thriller genres.
Author from the usa (women of brewster place).
American television writer and director (b. 1922)
American television writer and producer (d. 2016)
Polish-israeli statesman and politician, 9th president of israel (b. 1923)
Renowned Armenian poet known for his lyrical works.
Renowned author known for her impactful storytelling.
Renowned painter whose works are celebrated for their unique style.
Renowned painter known for his vibrant abstract art.
Spanish footballer (b. 1939)
Irish composer and conductor (b. 1921)
American rancher and politician, 29th governor of south dakota (b. 1925)
English footballer and manager (b. 1932)
Welsh physician, poet, and author (d. 2014)
English dentist and politician (b. 1928)
Czech pianist and composer (b. 1938)
American colonel and historian (b. 1938)
American singer and pianist (b. 1945)
American-french poet and scholar (b. 1921)
South african cricketer and rugby player (b. 1932)
American computer scientist who made significant contributions to the field of computational complexity theory.
Israeli general (d. 2012)
American journalist and sportscaster (b. 1920)
Indian politician and diplomat, 1st indian national security advisor (d. 2012)
Acclaimed poet known for her powerful and evocative verses.
Notable sculptor recognized for innovative use of materials.
Noted historian specializing in medieval history and literature.
Dominican Republic politician who served as a senator.
Talented sculptor whose works are celebrated for their intricate details.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.
Known for innovative metal sculptures.
American director and producer (d. 2010)
American soprano and actress (d. 2010)
German mountaineer and photographer (b. 1954)
American actress and soprano (d.2010)
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000
Renowned jazz singer known for her unique vocal style.
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
Renowned painter known for her vibrant abstract art.
Renowned novelist known for his captivating storytelling.
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
Renowned author known for her impactful novels on social issues.
Renowned painter known for her vibrant abstract artworks.
Halen Foley was a renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Kennett Molloy was a renowned painter known for his vibrant abstract artworks.
Renowned author known for her captivating novels.
Swedish actor and director (b. 1956)
Panamanian lawyer and politician, 32nd president of panama (d. 2009)
Swedish actor and director (d.2009)
Renowned poet known for his evocative and emotional verses.
Renowned astronomer known for her work on galaxy formation.
Renowned author known for her captivating storytelling.
Renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings.
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
Renowned author known for her captivating novels.
Renowned for his work on black holes and dark matter.
Renowned astronomer known for his work on black holes.
Renowned Japanese painter known for his abstract landscapes.
Renowned author known for his captivating mystery novels.
Renowned author known for her captivating novels.
Asteria Asteriadis was a Greek physicist known for her contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
Renowned author known for his captivating mystery novels.
Renowned poet known for his evocative and introspective works.
Eldridge Reeves was a renowned physicist known for his contributions to quantum mechanics.
Aleta Morrison was a renowned actress known for her work in classic Hollywood films.
Selah Rattner was a renowned artist known for his abstract paintings.
Renowned author known for his captivating storytelling.
Prominent figure in local politics, known for advocating for social welfare programs.
An American abstract artist known for his unique style.
French climber, alpinist, and mountaineer. he climbed over 1,000 mountains and reached the summit of 114 unclimbed mountains in the andes, alps, and himalayas. his creation of several new winter routes in alps is also a credit to him.
Edythe Harrison was a politician who served in various government positions.
Renowned author known for his captivating novels.
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
American businessman, founded the national hot rod association (d. 2007)
French mountaineer (born 1930)
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.
Australian poet celebrated for his lyrical verses.
Otis Boyd was a renowned astronomer known for his contributions to the study of galaxies.
Renowned author known for her captivating novels.
Known for his contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
Pakistani poet known for his contributions to Urdu literature.
Renowned author known for her captivating novels.
Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.
Renowned author known for her captivating novels.
Renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings.
Renowned for her vibrant abstract art.
Known for her work in the Civil Rights Movement.
Renowned chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
Prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement.
Renowned novelist known for his captivating storytelling.
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
Pioneering female journalist known for her investigative reporting.
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
Renowned for his abstract expressionist works.
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics.
Renowned poet known for his evocative verses.
Renowned physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
Renowned astronomer known for his contributions to the study of galaxies.
Renowned novelist known for his impactful storytelling.
Renowned abstract expressionist painter known for his vibrant use of color and dynamic compositions.
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
Pioneering female journalist known for breaking barriers in the industry.
Renowned astronomer known for her work on galaxy formations.
Renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings.
Renowned actress known for her versatile roles in both film and theater.
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
Renowned author known for his impactful storytelling.
Renowned for her captivating mystery novels.
American poet recognized for his profound and emotional poetry.
Renowned astronomer known for his work on galaxy formation.
Renowned author known for his captivating novels.
Renowned painter known for her vibrant abstract artworks.
Noted poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Delmar Bengtson was a prominent politician known for his contributions to social welfare policies.
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
American lawyer, judge, and politician (d. 2005)
American judge (born in 1921)
Renowned American fashion designer known for his innovative designs.
Renowned American fashion designer known for his classic designs.
Pioneering computer scientist known for her work in artificial intelligence.
Flossy Lewis was a respected journalist who covered political events around the world.
Louisiana, united states -- dress designer (8 coty awards)
American disc jockey (born 1930)
First African American to win a Grand Slam title.
Renowned author known for her captivating storytelling.
Renowned author known for her bestselling novels.
Renowned novelist known for his captivating storytelling.
Renowned for vibrant abstract art pieces.
Renowned for contributions to quantum mechanics.
Elye Kazan was an acclaimed film director, producer, screenwriter, and actor who played a significant role in the development of method acting in the United States.
First African American woman to win a Grand Slam title.
Renowned boxer known for his powerful punches and strategic skills.
Founder of a successful tech company.
Renowned chemist known for her work in organic chemistry.
Athalie Gibson was an American tennis player who won 7 Grand Slam singles titles in the 1940s and 1950s.
Renowned for his work in theater and film.
Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.
Renowned poet known for his evocative verses.
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
Renowned for her work on black holes and dark matter.
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
Renowned for his work on black holes and dark matter.
Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on social issues.
Renowned novelist known for his captivating storytelling.
Renowned author known for their captivating storytelling.
Renowned for her work on celestial mechanics.
Known for his plays 'A Streetcar Named Desire' and 'On the Waterfront'.
Noted astronomer who made significant contributions to the field.
Turkish-born american stage and film director. he is best known for introducing marlon brando and james dean onto the silver screen in "a streetcar named desire" (each) and "east of eden". before the u.s. house committee on un-american activities, kazan testified twice. he first refused to name names on 14 january 1952 and then changed his mind on 10 april …
American tennis player, champion of wimbledon women's singles in 1957 & 1958. she became the first black woman to participate in the united states nationals in 1950. she won 56 tournaments during her career, including five grand slam singles titles, the united states nationals, wimbledon twice, and the french championship in 1956.
Hymie Levine was a successful entrepreneur known for his contributions to the retail industry.
Leodis Johnson was a renowned poet known for his powerful and evocative verses.
Renowned Japanese actress known for her roles in classic films.
Delight Evans was a renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.
Freda Brown was a prominent politician known for her advocacy for social justice and equality.
Renowned author known for his captivating mystery novels.
Renowned poet known for his lyrical works.
Noted sculptor famous for his abstract works.
Renowned author known for his impactful novels on social issues.
Renowned biologist known for his work in marine biology.
Renowned author known for his captivating novels.
Alvina Cornell was a renowned actress known for her work in theater and film.
American politician known for her work in civil rights and women's rights.
Alethea Gibson was a pioneering African American tennis player who broke racial barriers in the sport.
Renowned for his vibrant abstract paintings.
American director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1909)
Saint lucian politician and diplomat (b. 1934)
Saint lucian politician (born 1934)
Renowned biologist known for her work in marine conservation.
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
First woman of color and first Asian American woman elected to the United States Congress.
First African American woman elected to the California State Assembly.
Renowned physicist known for her work in quantum mechanics.
Renowned author known for his impactful novels on social issues.
Patsy Takemoto Mink was a trailblazing Asian American politician and the first woman of color elected to the United States Congress.
Patsy Mink was a trailblazing politician who co-authored Title IX and was the first woman of color elected to the U.S. Congress.
Canadian captain and politician (d. 2002)
Canadian politician, businessman, and sports executive (born in 1907)
Renowned actress known for her captivating performances in classic films.
Renowned astronomer known for discovering multiple celestial bodies.
Renowned Cuban painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
Pioneering computer scientist known for contributions to artificial intelligence.
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
Renowned novelist known for his captivating storytelling.
Prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement.
Renowned novelist known for his captivating storytelling.
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.
Renowned actress known for her versatile roles in both film and theater.
Renowned poet known for his lyrical works.
Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.
Aadan Siiro was a respected politician who served his country with dedication and integrity.
Renowned abstract artist known for vibrant color palettes.
Renowned abstract artist known for her vibrant use of colors.
Renowned actress known for her captivating performances in classic films.
Renowned for her vibrant abstract art.
Renowned for contributions to the study of black holes.
Prominent figure in local politics, known for advocating for education reform.
Renowned abstract painter known for his vibrant use of color and unique compositions.
Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Known for his emotionally charged poetry
Renowned painter known for her vibrant and expressive abstract art.
Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive works.
Antonise Goeke was a renowned actress known for her versatile performances.
Brookie Calhoun was a renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.
Renowned painter known for her vibrant abstract artworks.
Renowned painter known for her vibrant landscapes.
Renowned author known for his captivating novels.
Astrid Fischel was a renowned chemist known for her contributions to organic chemistry.
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.
Renowned astronomer known for his work on galaxy formation.
Renowned Russian ballet dancer known for her grace and skill.
Renowned astronomer known for her work on galaxy formation.
Renowned painter known for her vibrant abstract artworks.
Canadian politician, lawyer and 15th prime minister of canada since 1968. he married margaret, a 28-year-old woman, on march 4, 1971. they separated in 1976 and were divorced in 1983. they had three children together.
Satin Russell was a renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.
Canadian journalist, lawyer, and politician, 15th prime minister of canada (b. 1919)
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990
Renowned Hollywood actress known for her versatile roles.
Renowned athletic trainer who revolutionized sports medicine.
Canadian academic and diplomat (b. 1905)
Renowned actress known for her versatile roles in classic films.
Renowned actress known for her captivating performances on stage and screen.
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
Renowned chemist known for groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
Renowned jazz singer known for her soulful voice.
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
Renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.
Renowned author known for her impactful novels on social issues.
Renowned author known for their captivating novels.
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
Geffrey Rippon was a British Conservative politician who served as a Member of Parliament and held various government positions, including as Chief Negotiator for the UK's entry into the European Economic Community.
Saint louis cardinals' pitcher (cy young/national league mvp player 1968).
Afghanistani president (born 1947)
Renowned author known for her captivating novels.
An American astronomer known for his work on the structure of the Milky Way galaxy.
Poet dies at 86
At 77, peace campaigner dies
Canadian-french production manager and producer (d. 1994)
Estonian singer (propeller & ruja) (d.1994)
Indian film actor and comedian (d. 1994)
Mexican lawyer and politician, 6th governor of guerrero (b. 1946)
Mexican pri-politician killed at 48
Author dies at 96
Artist dies at 55
American sergeant (b. 1910)
American journalist and author (d. 1993)
Canadian jazz saxophonist (born 1928)
Venez / us advocate dies in an automobile accident at 35
American soldier (born in 1910)
American novelist and editor (d. 1993).
Mathematician
Renowned jazz pianist and composer.
American jazz musician, composer, bandleader, and recording artist. he is one of the most consistent jazz trendsetters. he is the inventor of many jazz styles, including cool jazz, hard beat, modal playing and free-form explorations.
American businessman and politician, 57th united states postmaster general (b. 1917)
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980
A filipino politician elected president in 1965. his second and final term was supposed to expire in 1973. however, he declared martial law in 1972 and took over the role as dictator. bengno aquino was his political opponent and he was imprisoned for seven years. aquino returned to the philippines on 8/21/1983, where he was assassinated.
Former President of the Philippines known for his authoritarian rule.
Filipino soldier, lawyer, and politician, 10th president of the philippines (d. 1989)
Famous sculptor recognized for his innovative use of materials.
Served as a U.S. Representative from the state of Indiana.
Silent screen actress (deserter) dies at 94
Actress (reno poor girls), dies aged 83
Renowned boxer known for his powerful punches and strategic fighting style.
Renowned jazz saxophonist known for his improvisational skills.
Renowned jazz saxophonist known for his improvisational skills.
Iranian aid to ayatollah khameni, shot for treason
Talented sprinter who set multiple records before her tragic death.
Australian ballet dancer, choreographer and actor. he began dancing at the age of five and has been performing since he was 11. he toured australia with musicals, plays and comedies after 1927. in december 1932, he moved to london to join the corp-deballet of sadler's wells co.
Renowned author known for her captivating mystery novels.
Lennox Cameron was an astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of galaxies.
Entertainer
A Hungarian-American photographer known for his street photography and photojournalism.
Turkish journalist, author, and politician (b. 1911)
American actress (b. 1901)
Marceline Crampon was a French mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of algebraic geometry.
Venezuelan journalist and politician, president of venezuela (b. 1908)
Venezuelan politician (born 1908)
Victoriano Rivas was a renowned boxer known for his powerful punches and impressive record in the ring.
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970
Scottish singer-songwriter/guitarist (one in a million wings small faces the dukes & thunderclap newman, 1979).
Canadian physicist and engineer (d. 1979)
Canadian physicist (born 1921)
Renowned novelist known for his captivating storytelling.
Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.
After only 33 days as pope, 65-year-old was found dead.
Renowned for his vibrant landscapes and seascapes.
Renowned for contributions to quantum mechanics.
Comedy comedian abbott and costello, dies at the age of 77.
Known for his work as a radio and television news commentator.
Renowned painter known for his vibrant landscapes.
Renowned author known for her captivating novels set in the American South.
Actor (april in paris variety girl), is killed at 88
Renowned painter known for his vibrant landscapes.
Renowned astronomer known for his work on stellar evolution.
Swedish poet known for his lyrical works.
Rayola-mr peepers, actress, dies from cancer at 44
Watermelon man, a comedian, dies at 71
British / us writer (spain / platonic blow), died at 66
Renowned novelist known for his captivating storytelling.
French composer of film and classical music. he died in september 1972.
Beryl Hartley was a pioneering botanist who made significant contributions to the study of plant biology.
Renowned Mexican painter known for his vibrant and colorful artworks.
Renowned French painter known for his vibrant and expressive landscapes.
The second President of Egypt, known for his leadership during the Suez Crisis and the establishment of the United Arab Republic.
Former President of Yemen from 1962 to 1967.
Egyptian president who played a key role in the 1952 revolution.
Egyptian colonel and politician, second president of egypt (d. 1970)
American novelist, poet, essayist, and playwright (b. 1896)
At 74, a us writer (manhattan transfer) dies.
Egyptian statesman (born 1918).
American novelist (born 1896).
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960
Notable author who wrote about social issues.
Influential rock 'n' roll disc jockey known for his show 'Red, Hot and Blue' in Memphis.
Flemish actress/playwright/director (blue bird) dies at 64
Renowned painter known for her abstract art.
Renowned author known for her captivating mystery novels.
Renowned for her poetic works capturing the essence of nature.
Renowned painter known for his vibrant landscapes.
A French poet and the founder of the Surrealist movement.
Lillian Smith was an American writer and social critic who addressed issues of race and gender in her works.
Actor (gil rawhide) dies at 41
Leading figure in the Surrealist movement and poet.
French poet, essayist, and critic, breton is known as the founder of surrealism. breton was a boldly unconventional man. he had many love affairs with unfaithful women, attempted emotional ventures into french radical politics, and experienced dramatic oscillations between bossy authoritarianism and needy dependence. he was not an admirable character. he was impulsive, self-centered, and always interesting. he was a …
Bandleader / singer
Actor in keystone kops, dies after a long battle
Author and historian of technology, known for his books on the history of computing.
American comedian, most well-known for his role as harpo, the mute and blond-wigged harpo of the nimble-witted marx brothers. his films included "monkey business", "horsefeathers," and "duck soup," his final film. he started his career in vaudeville before moving into comedy and films. his first broadway appearance in "i'll say she is" in 1924 was his first.
Brown
Marx bros. comedian dies at 75
French soldier and author (b. 1925)
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
Actor (dick and the duchess), died at 54
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950
German race car driver, inducted in the international motorsports hall of fame 1998.
Artist / humorist / musician
Uruguayan violinist and composer (b. 1888)
Uruguayan composer and musician (born in 1888).
Italian scientist who discovered anti-tuberculosis vaccination, dies.
Uriah Rose was a renowned botanist known for his work on plant genetics.
Boeing company was founded by an american engineer and businessman (d. 1956).
American aviation manufacturer (born 1881)
Known for Hubble's law and the Hubble Space Telescope.
Edwing Hubble was an American astronomer who played a crucial role in establishing the field of extragalactic astronomy and the expansion of the universe.
Edwin Powell Hubble was an American astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of observational cosmology.
American astronomer and one of the most important figures in 20th-century science. he made many discoveries that changed the way we see the universe. he was the first to provide reliable evidence that the universe was homogenous and the same in all directions, as far as the telescope can see.
Renowned astronomer known for his work on stellar evolution.
At 63, an astronomer and designer of telescopes dies.
Renowned astronomer known for her work on stellar evolution.
Composer dies at 68
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940
At 44, cinematographer dies
Composer dies at 58
Davidson
Belgian painter
Renowned astronomer known for his work on stellar evolution.
Epiphany Davis was a pioneering astronomer known for her work on stellar evolution.
American chemist and academic (b. 1913)
Italian partisan, gold medal of military valour (b. 1930)
Renowned astronomer known for his work on stellar evolution.
American golfer, ranked no. 1 in the united states (b. 1914)
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930
Oriya Bhushan was a renowned Odia poet and writer who contributed significantly to the Odia literary movement.
Composer dies at 74
Co-founder of the Duryea Motor Wagon Company, one of the first American automobile manufacturers.
French-scottish actor, director, and producer, invented the kinetoscope (b. 1860)
Scottish inventor (born 1860)
Czech painter and printmaker associated with the Secessionist movement.
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920
French actor (b. 1888)
Composer dies at 65
Oskar Panizza was a German playwright, poet, and physician who was known for his controversial and satirical works.
Pioneering astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of celestial bodies.
Korean independence activist (b. 1902)
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910
Renowned sculptor known for her intricate marble sculptures.
German sociologist and philosopher (b. 1858)
American soldier, medal of honor recipient (b. 1896)
German philosopher and sociologist (born 1858).
Japanese samurai (b. 1844)
Japanese samurai (born in 1844).
American businessman, co-founded sears (b. 1863)
Composer dies at 58
American businessman (born 1863).
Dutch politician / businessman 1st-chamber
Famous deaths on September 28th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900
Grand duke of baden (1856-1907), is killed at 81
Greek-japanese historian and author (b. 1850)
Composer dies at 67