April 30th famous deaths
List of celebrities and famous people who died on April 30th
2029 - 2020
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020
2023
Scottish television presenter and chef (b. 1976)
2022
Italian football agent (b. 1967)
American singer-songwriter and actress (d. 2022)
2021
Indian politician and lawyer who served as the Attorney General of India.
English composer and author (d. 2021)
2020
Carolle Dubois was a renowned French journalist who covered international news and conflicts for a major news agency.
Jimie Takahashi was a respected journalist who dedicated her career to reporting on international affairs and human rights.
Kesi Okada was a renowned Japanese poet whose work was celebrated for its lyrical beauty and profound exploration of the human experience.
Carrina Nguyen was a Vietnamese-American scientist who made significant contributions to the field of renewable energy.
Sherral Davis was a renowned American educator who dedicated her career to improving educational outcomes for underprivileged students.
Priscille Rousseau was a respected French journalist who covered international politics and diplomacy for over three decades.
Traxton Sutton was a renowned author known for his award-winning novels and short stories.
Estalene Goldstein was a respected columnist who wrote about social and political issues with a unique perspective.
Makira Sato was a renowned Japanese essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings on philosophy, culture, and the human condition.
Atilano Martínez was a renowned Cuban journalist and political commentator who worked for several international media outlets.
Journe Tanaka was a Japanese journalist and author who covered international affairs and geopolitics for several prominent news outlets.
Olar Dervishi was an acclaimed Albanian poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.
Nakhi Dolma was a Tibetan educator who dedicated her life to providing education and opportunities for Tibetan children.
Copelan Hernandez was a respected journalist who covered social justice issues and advocated for marginalized communities.
Skilynn Ramirez was a renowned painter known for her vibrant and innovative abstract works.
Clemie Goldstein was a respected columnist who wrote on a wide range of social and political issues.
Oliverio Reyes was a Peruvian poet known for his exploration of themes of identity and social justice.
Verneice Flowers was a renowned American sculptor known for her large-scale public art installations.
Serenitie Dubois was a French-Canadian artist known for her vibrant and abstract paintings that explored themes of nature and spirituality.
Fable Frost was a renowned Canadian painter known for her abstract expressionist works.
Damarie Rousseau was a French essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking works.
Ysmael Gutiérrez was a Nicaraguan politician who served in the national legislature.
Natoria Petersen was a Danish essayist and literary critic who explored themes of identity and cultural displacement.
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Indian actor, film director and producer (b. 1952)
Nigerian drummer and composer (b. 1940)
2019 - 2010
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010
2019
Former U.S. Representative and Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Affairs.
Former U.S. Representative and Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Affairs.
English-american actor (b. 1944)
2018
Travia Lee was a renowned author known for her thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works.
Kaziyah Zahra was a talented musician known for her soulful and emotive performances.
Surie Menon was a renowned Indian poet known for her lyrical and introspective works that explored themes of love, loss, and the human experience.
Jeriko Wilkins was a renowned African-American essayist who explored themes of race, identity, and social justice.
Sevilla Fernandez was a renowned Spanish historian who specialized in the history of Andalusia.
Alyda Greaves was a renowned American essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking works.
2017
Buford Taylor was a pioneering computer scientist known for his work in artificial intelligence.
Brazilian singer and composer (b. 1946)
2016
Notable Japanese poet celebrated for his profound verses.
English chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1939)
American roman catholic priest and anti-war activist. he is the author of "the trial of the catonsville nine", 1971. this documentary details the trial in which philip, his brother, and seven other defendants were found guilty of destroying draft documents. he also wrote "no bars to manhood." he was also arrested on 12/29/1989 for another demonstration he participated in.
English nobel prize winner in chemistry and academic chemistry
Co-discovered fullerenes and received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1996.
2015
Bestselling author known for his captivating novels that captured the hearts of readers worldwide.
Lilton Avery was a celebrated American playwright known for his thought-provoking and socially conscious plays.
Jeorgia Montague was a renowned American essayist known for her thought-provoking and socially conscious writings.
Thelmer Eriksson was a respected foreign correspondent who covered major events in Europe and Asia.
Abrea Gutierrez was a renowned Ecuadorian mathematician known for her contributions to the field of algebraic geometry.
Dezzie Ramirez was a renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and surrealistic works.
Charmion Suzuki was a Japanese-American poet who explored themes of identity, nature, and the human experience.
Vienne Rossi was an Italian astronomer known for her research on exoplanets.
Soul and R&B singer famous for hits like 'Stand by Me' and 'Spanish Harlem'.
2014
English biologist and academic (b. 1946)
Australian journalist (b. 1940)
American businessman and politician (b. 1929)
Indian painter and set designer (b. 1919)
2013
Viviane forrester was a french author and essayist known for her work on social and political issues, particularly her book 'the economic horror'.
Filipino painter and sculptor (d. 2013)
Canadian skier (b. 1953)
2012
Nicaraguan poet and politician, co-founded the sandinista national liberation front (b. 1930)
Norwegian swimmer (b. 1985)
Polish-israeli academic and historian (d. 2012).
Greek footballer (b. 1958)
2011
Argentinian physicist, author, and painter (b. 1911)
Indian politician, 6th chief minister of arunachal pradesh (b. 1955)
Estonian academic and painter (d. 2011).
Indian chief minister of arunachal pradesh (born in 1955).
2010
Long-serving senator known for advocating for social justice
Adea Tanaka was a celebrated poet whose works explored themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience.
Fayez Jaber was a prominent Syrian poet known for his lyrical and introspective works that explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition.
Vedha Rao was a renowned Indian poet known for her lyrical and introspective works exploring themes of identity and social justice.
Souline Ghazarian was a renowned Armenian-American mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and number theory.
Zerick Hernandez was a celebrated Mexican-American artist known for his vibrant murals and paintings.
Known for innovative metal sculptures
Kamariya Gurung was a celebrated Nepali poet whose work explored themes of identity, nature, and the human experience.
Elonzo Flores was a celebrated Mexican-American poet whose work explored themes of identity, social justice, and the human experience.
Kalyna Melnyk was a Ukrainian-Canadian painter known for her vibrant, abstract works.
Casten Lundqvist was a Swedish architect known for his modernist and functionalist designs.
Gerhard Baer was a Swiss essayist known for his insightful and thought-provoking writings on art and culture.
Gildo Barbieri was an Italian essayist and literary critic who wrote extensively on Italian literature and culture.
Talented sculptor whose works are celebrated for their intricate details.
Irish television and radio host (d.2010)
2009 - 2000
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000
2009
Renowned for her abstract expressionist works.
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
Pioneering female journalist known for breaking barriers in the industry.
Renowned botanist known for her work on rare plant species.
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
Belgian poet celebrated for her evocative verses.
Renowned author known for his captivating mystery novels.
Venetia Burney was the young girl who suggested the name 'Pluto' for the newly discovered planet in 1930.
Renowned astronomer known for her work on galaxy formation.
Renowned painter known for her abstract expressionist works.
Dutch professional road bike rider (born 1935).
2008
Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking work in quantum mechanics.
Renowned for contributions to quantum mechanics.
Renowned for discoveries in galactic formations.
Renowned for groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
Renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings.
Dutch antillean politician (b. 1923)
Australian radio broadcaster (born 1919)
2007
American singer (the platters), (d. 2007).
American actor who appeared on half-dozen diverse series. he was awarded an emmy for best supporting actor in comedy series for "the steve allen show" in 1959. his witty comedy portrayal of a forgetful, bumbling man on the street made him a household name. poston was actually a great dramatic actor, which he displayed in many stage roles and on …
American film and television actor (b. 1926)
Nfl linebacker (san francisco 49ers).
French singer (born 1983)
2006
French philosopher and political commentator. he was part of the resistance during ww ii. revel was a professor and literary advisor at juilliard publishing in 1960, and robert laffont publishing in 1965. he also founded and directed the libreta(c), collection at j.j. pauvert publishing. he was a columnist from 1966 to 1978 and director of laeur (tm)express newspaper between 1978 …
Indonesian author and academic (b. 1925)
Biomechanics professor and crash subject (born 1920).
Indonesian novelist (born 1925)
Mexican actress and director (born 1934).
2005
Known for creating the Jheri curl hairstyle popular in the 1980s.
Verbon Müller was a highly respected mathematician known for his groundbreaking work in the field of abstract algebra.
Kenneth Macrae was a Scottish poet known for his lyrical and introspective poems exploring themes of nature and spirituality.
American lieutenant and pilot (b. 1918)
1992) (born 1927)
2003
New zealand race car driver (b. 1956)
University of kentucky professor (born in 1955).
New zealand driver of a race car (born 1956).
2002
Gründer of the grunderzeit museum berlin-mahlsdorf (born 1928).
Greek actress (born 1899).
2001
Vicke Andrén was a Swedish sculptor known for his abstract and modernist works.
2000
Danish politician, 36th prime minister of denmark (b. 1914)
Danish politician and diplomat (born 1914).
1999 - 1990
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990
1998
Nezar Qabbani was a renowned Syrian poet, diplomat, and publisher who is considered one of the most influential Arab poets of the 20th century.
Florena Meredith was a British actress known for her roles in television and film.
Hungarian Catholic theologian and author of numerous books on spirituality.
Syrian-english poet, publisher, and diplomat (b. 1926)
1996
Actor (torncurtian, raid on entebbe), died at 78
At 46 years old, a british political campaign organizer dies.
Television executive dies at the age of 71.
Entertainer/nightclub owner, dies at age 78.
1995
Burmese colonel and politician, 8th prime minister of burma (b. 1920)
At 59, ad copywriter/opera administrator dies.
Prime minister of burma (born 1920).
Carnival king dies at the age of 34.
1994
Austrian race car driver, dies in crash at 31
Author and illustrator of american-swiss (d. 1994).
Italian set designer (last emperor), is killed at 53
Vintner dies at 46
American writer / illustrator of children's books, dies at the age of 74
1993
English footballer (b. 1962)
1992
Rupert Swan was a British playwright known for his satirical and socially conscious plays.
Dutch cartoonist/wwii resistance fighter (trouw), dies.
1991
Inventor (preparation a), dies at 91
Actor (overboard) dies at 39
1989 - 1980
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980
1989
Pioneering research in organic chemistry and synthesis.
For over 40 years, he has been an italian director of film. he is most well-known for his westerns, called "spaghetti westerns", which were made in italy. clint eastwood was also a star of the film. he paid great attention to historical detail and infused his films with realisticism.
Italian film director, producer, and screenwriter, known for his Spaghetti Western films.
1988
American singer and dramatic tenor in opera. his 52-inch chest gave him the ability to deliver a strong, rich and precise tone. even as a child, he was heavy and reached 270 lbs by the time he was an adult.
1987
Stockton Lynch was a dedicated politician who worked tirelessly for the betterment of society.
Actor (anna karenina candles at nine).
1986
English director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1905)
1985
Gertrude Caton-Thompson was a British archaeologist who made important discoveries in Egypt and Zimbabwe.
Ormand Finch was a celebrated American poet known for his lyrical and introspective works on nature and the human experience.
Mickey Katz was a mathematician who made significant contributions to the field.
Actor (felscher-holocaust), dies at 66
1984
Bombed nazi germany
1983
Russian-born choreographer and dancer (born in 1904)
American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and bandleader (b. 1913)
Russian dancer and choreographer (b. 1904)
Swiss mountaineer and physician (d. 1983).
[mckinley morganfield]; guitarist ("hoochie coochie man") (dies 1983).
Actor (unclematsu-mr t & tina), is killed at 71
1982
At 67, the founder of many zen centers in france dies.
American writer and critic of rock musicians. his first piece appeared in rolling stone magazine on april 5, 1969. his witty criticisms and harsh remarks on the powerful and fallen were well-known.
Swedish chemist who made contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
Influential music critic known for his passionate writing style.
Dutch cabaret performer (juveniles), dies.
Lecture artist
1980
Nevelyn Walters was a Welsh poet whose work often explored themes of nature and the human experience.
Blannie Finley was a pioneering American chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
Arles Fernández was a Spanish athlete who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics.
Puerto rican journalist and politician, 1st governor of puerto rico (b. 1898)
A French playwright who was known for his comedic and satirical works.
Puerto rican journalist, poet, politician, and statesman. he is known as the "father in modern puerto rico" and the "architecte of the commonwealth." he was elected the first puerto rican governor in 1948. his administration engineered major economic, political, and social reforms, which were widely praised by economists, politicians, and statesmen of the time.
Actress (french line)
1979 - 1970
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970
1978
Cella Rossi was an Italian painter and sculptor who was a prominent figure in the Futurist art movement.
1977
Composer dies at 73
1976
Composer dies at 51
1975
Natalio Stoppani was an Italian politician who served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies.
Lenah Dunlap was an American novelist who wrote about the experiences of rural life.
1974
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American actress, best known for her role in 1960s american tv comedy "bewitched", in which she played the mother. she was already an actress, having previously performed on stage, radio, and vaudeville. her first movie was in 1941. she had acted in over 60 hollywood films by the end of her career and was nominated for four oscars as best …
1973
Czech playwright and poet (d. 1973).
Actress (white moth), suffers a stroke at 75
Czech poet, dramatist, and translator (born in 1911).
1972
Vietnamese military general known for his role in the Vietnam War.
A British novelist known for her Gothic and supernatural fiction.
Spanish politician and women's rights advocate.
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Actress (garment jungle i aim at the stars), dies in 38
1971
Pioneering statistician who made significant contributions to survey research.
Finnish long-distance runner who won a gold medal in the marathon at the 1924 Summer Olympics.
1970
Lenah Walton was a renowned British ballet dancer who performed with the Diaghilev Ballet Russes in the early 20th century.
Alvey Dawson was a renowned jazz musician who played the saxophone.
Dehlia Fitzgerald was a renowned American essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings.
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Swedish-american actress, best known for her role on the tv series "the farmer's daughter," where she looked healthy, happy, and warm. as a child, she lived in an insecure and lonely life.
Emmert Bauer was a renowned American essayist known for his insightful and eloquent commentary on social and cultural issues.
Thelmer Baines was a British poet who wrote extensively about the natural world and the human experience.
Dutch historian, writer and poet (b. 1899)
Writer/historian (doom, ondergang), reaches death at 71
Composer dies at 82
1969 - 1960
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960
1966
Rocker dies in a motorcycle accident on his birthday
1965
Jove Despotović was a Serbian composer known for his classical music compositions and contributions to Serbian national music.
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Actress (dracula. salute. last flight), dies in 56
1964
Hjalmar Olsson was a Swedish businessman and entrepreneur who founded the Olsson & Co. shipping company and played a significant role in the development of the Swedish maritime industry.
American politician who served as the Governor of New Hampshire from 1945 to 1949.
American politician and businessman who served as a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Nebraska.
1963
Actor (nabonga the millionaire kid), died at 74
1962
Cashlyn Emerson was a renowned American poet of the early 20th century, known for her lyrical and introspective works that often focused on nature and the human experience.
Lynnex Emerson was a renowned American poet of the early 20th century, celebrated for her lyrical and introspective verse.
Camreigh Emerson was a renowned American poet of the early 20th century, known for her lyrical and introspective works that often focused on nature and the human experience.
Gabrian Lefevre was a French painter known for his impressionist landscapes.
Vere Wallis was a British composer known for his orchestral and chamber music works.
1961
A renowned Brazilian architect who designed several important buildings in São Paulo.
Jessie Redmon Fauset was an American writer and editor associated with the Harlem Renaissance.
1960
Joanny Rousseau was a French essayist known for her incisive commentary on art, culture, and society.
Gladiola Quillmaster was a renowned essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking works on social and political issues.
A French impressionist painter known for her vibrant landscapes.
Olney Sinclair was a British playwright who wrote several acclaimed plays exploring social and political themes.
Arthella Hawkins was a renowned American essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings.
Casilda Gutiérrez was a Spanish sculptor known for her intricate and expressive works.
Burwell Ashby was an American musician and composer who played a variety of instruments.
1959 - 1950
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950
1959
Composer dies at 81
1958
Ernestene Millard was an American poet known for her lyrical and introspective works.
1957
Cannie Bates was a British essayist and social critic who explored themes of identity, culture, and societal issues.
German musicologist beethoven dies at the age of 80.
1956
Alben William Barkley was the 35th Vice President of the United States, serving under President Harry S. Truman.
Alben Barkley was the 35th Vice President of the United States, serving under President Harry S. Truman.
Alben Winfield Barkley was the 35th Vice President of the United States, serving under President Harry S. Truman.
American lawyer and politician, 35th vice president of the united states (b. 1877)
Vice president of the united states (born in 1877).
At the age of 78, he dies.
1955
Avamae Wilkins was a prominent American poet of the early 20th century, known for her lyrical and nature-inspired works.
1953
Herndon Weed was an American poet who wrote extensively about nature and rural life.
Estonian author and linguist (d. 1953).
1952
Composer
1949 - 1940
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940
1945
German news figure, adolf hitler's mistress for 15 years and his spouse for one day. in a part-time photography shop, she met hitler, 40 years old. braun was his mistress in an "open secret" the next year and remained faithful to him through the darkest days of nazi germany. braun had no social conscience or political interest, but she loved …
Avice Merriman was a prominent American philanthropist who dedicated her life to supporting various charitable causes.
Herberth Fiedler was a German sculptor known for his public monuments and statues.
German dictator who led the Nazi Party and initiated World War II.
German dictator who led the Nazi Party and initiated World War II.
Huberta Schütz was a German playwright known for her socially conscious dramas that explored the lives of working-class people.
Austrian-german politician and author, dictator of nazi germany (b. 1889)
1943
British sociologist who wrote both on economics and sociology. sidney webb was her husband and she co-authored many masterful studies about economic conditions. before her marriage in 1892 she was an associate of sidney webb, an industrial and railway magnate.
Autobiographer and author from the netherlands. she was a jew and was killed in auschwitz's concentration camp on 30 november 1943.
Beatrice Webb was a British sociologist and economist, a central figure in the Fabian Society and a co-founder of the London School of Economics.
American footballer (b. 1902)
Danish linguist and academic (b. 1860)
Danish philologist (born in 1860).
British writer my apprenticeship dies at 85
1942
Writer dies at 54
Composer dies at 51
1939 - 1930
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930
1939
American boxer (b. 1883)
1936
English poet and scholar (b. 1859)
Briti poet (born 1859)
1934
Dies at 75
1933
Hurtado de mendoza assassinated the president of peru.
1929 - 1920
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920
1926
Bessie coleman was the first african american woman to hold a pilot's license and is known for her pioneering achievements in aviation during the early 20th century.
First African American woman to hold a pilot's license.
1922
1920
Liliah Emerson was an American novelist who wrote novels exploring themes of social and political issues in the late 19th century.
Gervis Trelawney was a respected British essayist who explored themes of philosophy and social reform.
1919 - 1910
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910
1912
1910
Greek poet and critic (b. 1856)
1909 - 1900
Famous deaths on April 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900
1903
Canadian physician and suffragist (born in 1831).
1902
Lucindy Emerson was a prominent American essayist and social reformer who advocated for women's rights and education.
1900
[casey] jones is killed in a train accident at cannonball express.