Famous people and celebrities who died on May 29

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

• 1866 Winfield Scott

  Winfield Scott was a United States Army general and presidential candidate who is known for his military leadership during the Mexican-American War.

• 1934 Eugenie Besserer

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• 1946 Martin Gottfried Weiss

  Nazi SS officer who served as commandant of the Dachau concentration camp during World War II. He was tried and executed for war crimes in 1946.

• 1951 Fanny Brice

  American comedian, genius at caricature and humor. she was an excellent mimic, and had a great ear for dialects. brice sang popular 1910 songs in yiddish accent and won her first amateur contest. she also took home $10.00. ziegfeld discovered her and she began working in vaudeville and the follies, as well as creating "baby snooks", which were used for …

• 1951 Robert Kahn

  Robert Kahn is a pioneering computer scientist who co-invented the TCP/IP protocols, fundamental to the modern internet's communication infrastructure.

• 1958 Juan Ramón Jiménez

  Nobel Prize laureate for his lyrical poetry, which in Spanish language constitutes an example of high spirit and artistical purity

• 1970 John Gunther

  John Gunther was a renowned American journalist and author known for his 'Inside' book series, which provided insightful perspectives on global politics and culture.

• 1970 Eva Hesse

  Pioneering German-American sculptor who significantly influenced post-minimalist art through her innovative use of unconventional materials like latex and fiberglass during the 1960s avant-garde art movement.

• 1979 Mary Pickford

  Canadian-american actress. she was five years old when she first appeared on stage. later, she became a star actress in silent films. pickford won the oscar for the talk-film "coquette", in 1928/1929. she was a talented actress who starred in more than 200 films. she also co-founded united artists, and the motion picture academy.

• 1982 Romy Schneider

  Renowned German-French actress who became an international cinema icon, famous for her roles in European films and her complex personal life. She was a major star in both German and French cinema, known for her beauty and emotional depth.

• 1987 Charan Singh

  Prominent Indian lawyer and politician who served as the 5th Prime Minister of India, playing a significant role in the country's political landscape during the late 1970s.

• 1993 Billy Conn

  Famous light heavyweight boxer known as the 'Pittsburgh Kid', renowned for his speed and skill in the ring.

• 1994 Erich Honecker

  Prominent East German communist leader who ruled the German Democratic Republic from 1971 to 1989, symbolizing the authoritarian regime of the Cold War era. His leadership was characterized by strict adherence to Marxist-Leninist principles and resistance to political reforms. Ultimately, he was forced to resign during the peaceful revolution that led to the fall of the Berlin Wall and German …

• 1997 Jeff Buckley

  Legendary musician known for his extraordinary vocal range and iconic cover of Leonard Cohen's 'Hallelujah'. His tragic death by drowning in 1997 cut short a promising musical career, leaving a lasting legacy in alternative music.

• 1998 Barry Goldwater

  Barry Goldwater was a prominent American conservative politician who served as a U.S. Senator from Arizona and was the Republican Party's presidential nominee in 1964. He was a key figure in the modern conservative movement and an influential voice in American politics during the mid-20th century.

• 2004 Archibald Cox

  Prominent American lawyer and legal scholar who played a crucial role in the Watergate investigation, serving as special prosecutor and challenging President Nixon's executive privilege.

• 2005 George Rochberg

  American composer from Paterson, New Jersey, known for his work with the Concord Quartet and significant contributions to contemporary classical music.

• 2008 Harvey Korman

  Legendary American comedian and actor best known for his iconic role on 'The Carol Burnett Show', where he won four Emmy Awards. He was a prominent comedic performer in television and film, notably appearing in Mel Brooks' classic comedies 'Blazing Saddles' and 'Young Frankenstein'.

• 2009 Karine Ruby

  Pioneering French snowboarder who won Olympic gold in Nagano 1998 and silver in Salt Lake City 2002, significantly contributing to the sport's international recognition.

• 2010 Dennis Hopper

  Iconic American actor and filmmaker known for his rebellious roles and counterculture persona. He was a key figure in New Hollywood cinema, starring in landmark films like 'Easy Rider' and 'Apocalypse Now'. His career spanned decades, marked by intense performances and personal struggles with addiction.

• 2011 Bill Clements

  Distinguished American politician and military professional who served as the 15th United States Deputy Secretary of Defense and was a pivotal Republican governor of Texas.

• 2012 Doc Watson

  Legendary blind folk musician who revolutionized American roots music, mastering guitar and influencing generations of musicians across bluegrass, country, and folk genres.

• 2012 Kaneto Shindo

  Influential Japanese film director, screenwriter, and producer known for his avant-garde and socially critical cinema, particularly in post-war Japanese film.

• 2013 Andrew Greeley

  Renowned American Catholic priest, sociologist, and prolific author who made significant contributions to religious sociology and social research at the University of Chicago.

• 2013 Henry Morgentaler

  Prominent Polish-Canadian physician and pro-choice activist who played a crucial role in legalizing abortion in Canada. He was a significant figure in reproductive rights.

• 2017 Manuel Noriega

  Manuel Noriega was a controversial Panamanian military dictator who ruled Panama from 1983 to 1989, later overthrown by a US military intervention and imprisoned for drug trafficking and human rights violations.

• 2017 Konstantinos Mitsotakis

  Prominent Greek politician who served as Prime Minister of Greece from 1990 to 1993, leading the New Democracy party during a critical period of political transition.

• 2021 Gavin MacLeod

  Beloved American actor famous for his iconic roles in 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' and 'The Love Boat', who was a prominent television personality in the 1970s and 1980s.

• 2021 Mark Eaton

  Professional basketball player for the Utah Jazz known for his exceptional defensive skills and being one of the tallest players in NBA history.