Famous people and celebrities who died on June 30

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on June 30. 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.

• 1919 Lord Rayleigh (John William Strutt)

  Nobel Prize laureate for his investigations of the densities of the most important gases and for his discovery of argon in connection with these studies

• 1965 Bessie Barriscale

  Actress (plain jane show folks).

• 1966 Margery Allingham

  Margery Allingham was a prominent British mystery novelist known for creating the detective Albert Campion. She began writing at a young age and became a significant figure in the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. Her works are celebrated for their sophisticated storytelling and complex characters.

• 1966 Giuseppe Farina

  Pioneering Italian racing driver who was the first Formula One World Champion, known for his significant contributions to motorsport in the early years.

• 1971 Vladislav Volkov

  Soviet cosmonaut who participated in space missions during the height of the Space Race, tragically dying during the Soyuz 11 mission in 1971.

• 1973 Nancy Mitford

  British novelist and writer renowned for her witty social satires about the English upper class, particularly famous for her novels 'Pursuit of Love' and works on historical figures like Frederick the Great.

• 1974 Alberta King

  Alberta King was a prominent civil rights activist and the mother of Martin Luther King Jr., who played a significant role in supporting her son's work and the African American civil rights movement.

• 1980 Virginia Brown Faire

  Actress (lonesome trail temptress).

• 1984 Lillian Hellman

  Lillian Hellman was a prominent American playwright and screenwriter who significantly influenced 20th-century theater with her socially conscious and politically charged works. Her plays like 'The Children's Hour' and 'The Little Foxes' challenged societal norms and explored complex human relationships. She was also known for her political activism and controversial memoir writing.

• 1995 Gale Gordon

  Gale Gordon was a prominent American character actor best known for his comedic roles in classic television sitcoms, particularly as Mr. Mooney in 'The Lucy Show' and Mr. Barnsdahl in 'Here's Lucy', where he frequently co-starred with Lucille Ball.

• 1995 Phyllis Hyman

  Renowned R&B and jazz singer known for her powerful voice and emotional performances, who tragically died by suicide at age 45.

• 1995 Georgy Beregovoy

  Soviet cosmonaut and military pilot who flew on the Soyuz 3 mission, making significant contributions to the Soviet space program.

• 1996 Margaux Hemingway

  Margaux Hemingway was a prominent American model and actress from the famous Hemingway literary family. She gained international fame in the 1970s with a groundbreaking $1 million Fabergé perfume contract and graced the cover of Time magazine. Her striking 6-foot height and beauty made her an iconic figure in the fashion world.

• 2001 Chet Atkins

  Chet Atkins was a pioneering country-western guitarist and musician who significantly influenced the 'Nashville Sound' and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1973. He transformed country music through his innovative guitar techniques and recordings.

• 2001 Joe Henderson

  Renowned jazz saxophonist and composer who significantly influenced hard bop and post-bop jazz styles during the 1960s and 1970s. He recorded numerous acclaimed albums and was known for his distinctive tenor saxophone sound.

• 2002 Francisco Xavier

  Renowned Brazilian spiritist medium and psychographer who wrote over 80 books despite being semi-literate. He was widely respected for his spiritual work and claimed communication with deceased individuals, becoming a legendary figure in Brazilian spiritualism.

• 2003 Buddy Hackett

  Renowned American comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and roles in films like 'The Love Bug' and 'It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World'.

• 2003 Robert McCloskey

  Renowned American children's book author and illustrator, famous for classic works like 'Make Way for Ducklings'.

• 2004 Eddie Burns

  Australian rugby league player (b. 1916)

• 2009 Harve Presnell

  American actor and singer known for his powerful baritone voice and notable performances in musical theatre, including memorable roles in film and stage productions.

• 2009 Pina Bausch

  Legendary German choreographer who transformed contemporary dance through her innovative work at the Wuppertal Dance Theatre. She was a pioneering figure in post-modern dance, revolutionizing the art form with her unique expressive style and emotional depth.

• 2012 Yitzhak Shamir

  Prominent Israeli politician who served as Prime Minister of Israel from 1983 to 1992. A key figure in the Zionist movement and Israeli politics, he played a significant role in Israel's early statehood and international diplomacy.

• 2012 Michael J. Ybarra

  American journalist and author (b. 1966)

• 2014 Paul Mazursky

  Renowned American filmmaker known for critically acclaimed films like 'Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice' and 'Harry and Tonto'. He was a versatile artist who worked as a director, producer, screenwriter, and actor.

• 2015 Leonard Starr

  Renowned American comic strip artist famous for creating and drawing the iconic 'Little Orphan Annie' comic strip from 1970 to 2000.

• 2017 Simone Veil

  Prominent French politician, Holocaust survivor, and human rights advocate who played a crucial role in French and European politics. She was a key figure in women's rights and Holocaust remembrance, serving as Minister of Health and first female President of the European Parliament.

• 2017 Barry Norman

  Iconic British film critic and television presenter, best known for hosting BBC's 'Film' program for over 25 years.

• 2019 Mitchell Feigenbaum

  Mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to chaos theory and nonlinear dynamics, known for the Feigenbaum constants.

• 2022 Technoblade

  Technoblade was a popular Minecraft YouTuber and content creator known for his exceptional gaming skills and humorous commentary. He gained massive popularity in the Minecraft community before tragically passing away from cancer at a young age.