Famous people and celebrities who died on July 29

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on July 29. 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.

• 1913 Tobias Asser

  PEA - Dutch lawyer and jurist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1838)

• 1913 Tobias Michael Carel Asser

  Nobel Prize laureate for his role as co-founder of the Institut de droit international, initiator of the Conferences on International Private Law (Conférences de Droit international privé) at the Hague, and pioneer in the field of international legal relations

• 1960 Clyde Kluckhohn

  Renowned American anthropologist and social scientist who made significant contributions to understanding cultural diversity and comparative studies of human behavior.

• 1973 Eileen Percy

  Silent film actress (wicked backstage), is killed at 72

• 1973 Norm Smith

  Legendary Australian rules footballer and coach who played for Melbourne Football Club and later became a renowned coach, significantly influencing the sport's development in mid-20th century Australia.

• 1974 Cass Elliot

  Iconic American singer known for her powerful contralto voice as a member of the legendary folk-rock group 'The Mamas and the Papas'. She was a key figure in the 1960s music scene, known for her distinctive voice and vibrant personality.

• 1979 Herbert Marcuse

  Herbert Marcuse was a German-American philosopher and political theorist, known for his critical theory of society and his influential work on the relationship between technology and social change.

• 1979 Bill Todman

  Prominent American television producer and screenwriter who significantly contributed to the entertainment industry during the mid-20th century.

• 1982 Harold Sakata

  Harold Sakata was an American professional wrestler known by the ring name 'Tosh Togo' and later became a notable actor, famously playing the iconic henchman Oddjob in the James Bond film 'Goldfinger'.

• 1983 David Niven

  Renowned British actor and Oscar winner known for his charming roles in classic Hollywood films like 'Around the World in 80 Days' and 'The Pink Panther'. He was also a decorated World War II military officer who served with distinction.

• 1983 Raymond Massey

  Actor from canada, who was born in 1896, succumbs to pneumonia in beverly hills.

• 1983 Luis Buñuel

  Influential Spanish surrealist filmmaker who pioneered avant-garde cinema, collaborating with Salvador Dalí and creating groundbreaking films that challenged social norms.

• 1984 Fred Waring

  Fred Waring was a prominent American musician, bandleader, and television personality known for leading the popular musical group 'Waring's Pennsylvanians' during the mid-20th century.

• 1994 John Britton

  An American abortion provider who was tragically assassinated for his medical work, representing a significant moment in the ongoing debate about reproductive rights in the United States.

• 1994 Dorothy Hodgkin

  CHE - English biochemist, crystallographer, and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 1994)

• 1994 Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin

  Nobel Prize laureate for her determinations by X-ray techniques of the structures of important biochemical substances

• 1995 Les Elgart

  Prominent American big band leader and trumpet player who was influential in the swing and dance band era of the mid-20th century.

• 1998 Jerome Robbins

  Legendary Broadway choreographer and director who revolutionized musical theater, most famous for choreographing 'West Side Story' and 'Fiddler on the Roof'.

• 2001 Edward Gierek

  Edward Gierek was a prominent Polish communist politician who played a significant role in Poland's political landscape during the Cold War era.

• 2004 Rena Vlahopoulou

  Prominent Greek singer and actress who was a significant figure in mid-20th century Greek entertainment, known for her contributions to music and cinema.

• 2007 Michel Serrault

  Renowned French actor who starred in over 150 films and was a prominent figure in French cinema from the 1950s to the 2000s.

• 2007 Tom Snyder

  Influential American television broadcaster known for his innovative late-night talk show 'Tomorrow' and provocative interviewing style that challenged conventional broadcast journalism.

• 2009 Gayatri Devi

  Prominent Indian royal and princess, born in London, representing a lineage of distinguished and progressive Indian women with international background and Western influences.

• 2012 Chris Marker

  Renowned French filmmaker, photographer, and multimedia artist known for experimental documentaries that challenged traditional narrative forms. He was a key figure in the French New Wave cinema and a significant intellectual of the 20th century. His most famous work, 'La Jetée', is a groundbreaking science fiction short film composed almost entirely of still photographs.

• 2013 Christian Benítez

  Ecuadorian professional footballer who played as a striker and tragically died at a young age. He was a prominent player for Ecuador's national team and several clubs in Ecuador and Mexico.

• 2014 Jon R. Cavaiani

  Medal of Honor recipient and English-American sergeant who served with extraordinary valor during military service. His heroic actions and sacrifice were recognized at the highest national level.

• 2015 Peter O'Sullevan

  Legendary British horse racing commentator who was the voice of horse racing for over 50 years, known for his distinctive and passionate broadcasting style.

• 2018 Nikolai Volkoff

  Professional wrestler of Yugoslav origin who became a notable figure in American wrestling. Known for his distinctive persona and performances in major wrestling promotions during the 1970s and 1980s.