September 30th famous deaths
List of celebrities and famous people who died on September 30th
2029 - 2020
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 2029 - 2020
2021
Renowned Japanese composer known for his video game music compositions.
2020
Samanyu Sinha was a celebrated Indian playwright known for his socially conscious and experimental plays.
2019 - 2010
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 2019 - 2010
2019
Known for her work in civil rights and social justice movements.
Innovative sculptor who pushed the boundaries of traditional art.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.
Renowned poet whose works touched the hearts of many.
Talented musician who made significant contributions to the music industry.
Acclaimed poet known for her introspective works.
Renowned biologist known for contributions to genetics and evolutionary biology.
Talented sculptor whose works are celebrated for their intricate details.
British research scientist who proved fish feel pain (b. 1967)
2018
Renowned Japanese painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
Renowned American painter known for her vibrant abstract artworks.
Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking research in nuclear science.
Janasha Khatun was a renowned Bangladeshi poet who explored themes of love, nature, and social justice in her work.
Venezuelan politician and former mayor of Maracaibo.
Former mayor of a major city, known for his dedication to public service.
Norwegian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
Renowned Urdu poet known for her evocative and emotional poetry.
Thornton Baker was a prominent political figure who served his country with dedication.
Danish rock musician (b. 1945)
British television presenter and actor (b. 1942)
Polish resistance fighter during the second world war and holocaust educator. (b. 1925)
2017
Canadian-american television host of letaeur(tm),s make a deal, a top u.s. show that debuted in 1963 and ran for 22 consecutive years. hall is a well-known philanthropist and has won more than 500 awards for humanitarian work. he has also been a prolific fund-raiser. hall has made more than 100 appearances each year in the united states, canada and the …
Host of the game show 'Let's Make a Deal'.
Russian mathematician and academic (d. 2017)
2016
Renowned for his vibrant and expressive abstract paintings.
2015
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Made significant contributions to quantum physics.
Acclaimed artist known for vibrant and abstract paintings.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned painter known for abstract art.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.
Renowned painter known for her abstract art.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Acclaimed poet from Romania with a unique style and profound themes.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love, loss, and nature.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Acclaimed poet whose works touched the hearts of many.
Acclaimed author whose works have left a lasting impact on literature.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love, loss, and nature.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Acclaimed poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Acclaimed novelist who wrote several best-selling books.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Bestselling author of several acclaimed novels.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned painter known for his abstract art.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Prolific writer whose novels captivated readers worldwide.
Renowned for his emotionally evocative poetry that resonates with readers worldwide.
Known for her poignant and evocative poetry.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.
Talented painter whose works are celebrated for their emotional depth.
Innovative sculptor whose works are celebrated for their intricate details.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.
Painter known for vibrant abstract artworks.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Pioneering chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
French businessman (b. 1951)
Italian-swiss physicist and academic (b. 1941)
Swedish author and critic (b. 1947)
2014
American physicist and engineer, nobel prize laureate (d. 2014)
American poet known for her lyrical works.
2013
Australian educator and politician (d. 2013)
2012
Esteemed poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Barbara Ann Scott was a Canadian figure skater who won the gold medal at the 1948 Winter Olympics.
Elma Kazagić was a Bosnian painter known for her unique abstract art.
Lebanese artist known for her vibrant and expressive paintings inspired by nature.
American biologist, academic, and politician (d. 2012)
Austrian-american actor and producer (d.2012)
American librarian (b. 1913)
Croatian lawyer and politician, 8th speaker of the croatian parliament (b. 1956)
American wrestler and engineer (b. 1948)
2011
American-Yemeni Islamic lecturer and former imam.
Yemeni-American imam and Islamic lecturer who was killed in a U.S. drone strike.
Canadian-american immunologist and biologist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1943)
Canadian homicide perpetrator. from the age of 17, he spent most of his time in jail for breaking-and-entering, theft, forgery, armed robbery, false pretences and escape. he committed his first murder on 17 november 1980. this was the beginning of a long-running serial killer spree that ended in august 1981. he beat or strangled 11 victims, most of them young …
American-yemeni terrorist (d. 2011.)
2010
Acclaimed poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Civil rights activist and member of parliament.
Former governor known for his progressive policies.
Joanny Mercier was a French writer and journalist who was known for his novels and essays exploring themes of identity and social issues.
Notable chemist who made significant advancements in the field of organic chemistry.
Talented painter whose works are celebrated for their unique style and creativity.
Renowned painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
Aaren Yoon was a talented painter whose works captivated audiences before her untimely death.
Renowned for her poignant and evocative poetry.
American screenwriter and producer (b. 1941)
2009 - 2000
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 2009 - 2000
2009
Renowned painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
Renowned astronomer known for her work on galaxy formation.
Renowned physicist known for his contributions to quantum mechanics.
Lonzo Bundy was a renowned astronomer known for his work in studying distant galaxies.
2008
Founder of a successful tech company.
Renowned for her vibrant abstract paintings.
Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.
Renowned astronomer known for her work on galaxy formation.
Renowned author known for her captivating novels.
Renowned poet known for his lyrical works.
Renowned chemist known for her work in organic chemistry.
Renowned abstract painter known for her vibrant use of colors.
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
Renowned for her vibrant abstract art.
Renowned chemist known for his work in organic chemistry.
Renowned for her abstract expressionist paintings.
Renowned chemist known for groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
Renowned author known for her captivating novels.
Renowned for her vibrant abstract art.
Renowned biologist known for groundbreaking research in genetics.
Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.
Renowned for her work in thermodynamics and chemical kinetics.
Renowned for her vibrant abstract art pieces.
Prominent political figure known for advocating for social justice and equality.
Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking research in quantum mechanics.
Founder of a successful tech startup.
Founder of a successful retail chain.
Founder of a successful tech startup.
Renowned for contributions to the study of galaxies.
Finnish entrepreneur known for founding a successful retail chain.
Renowned for her captivating mystery novels.
First Latina elected to the California State Assembly.
Jerol Swanston was a respected politician known for his dedication to public service.
Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Co-founder of Hatch & Sons Corporation
Renowned computer scientist known for his work in networking and distributed systems.
Alfreda Peck was an American painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
Known for his poignant poems capturing the essence of city life.
Renowned physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.
Leola King was a prolific writer of mystery novels that captivated readers worldwide.
Arbutus Boulton was a prominent politician known for her advocacy for education reform.
Oswin Randolf was a renowned physicist known for his contributions to quantum mechanics.
Renowned physicist known for his work in quantum mechanics.
Renowned poet from Argentina.
Acclaimed poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Orvin Black was a prominent politician known for his contributions to civil rights movements.
Singaporean lawyer and politician (b. 1926)
Singaporean politician and former secretary-general of the workers' party of singapore (born in 1926)
2007
Renowned chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
Noted British chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive works.
2006
Renowned gospel singer known for her powerful voice and inspirational songs.
Known for his innovative abstract sculptures.
Mexican sculptor recognized for his abstract and modernist works.
2005
Renowned chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
Renowned for discoveries in celestial mechanics.
First African American woman elected to the Texas House of Representatives.
Pioneering chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
Made significant discoveries in the field of astronomy.
Mastro was an Italian painter known for his vibrant landscapes.
Renowned for his lyrical poetry exploring themes of nature and love.
Noted physicist who made significant advancements in the field of quantum mechanics.
Eustis Sims was a respected political figure who served his country with dedication.
2004
Celebrated poet whose works touched the hearts of many.
Prolific writer of mystery novels.
Alvina Cornell was a talented painter recognized for her unique artistic style.
Iola Johnson was a prominent politician known for her advocacy for civil rights.
Cutter Horton was a respected politician who served his country with dedication and integrity.
Indian author known for his novels and short stories depicting the lives of the urban poor in India.
English director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1915)
Sri lankan actor, director, and politician (b. 1936)
Jewish american theatre director, songwriter, and clinical psychologist (born 1935).
British film producer and director (born in 1915).
2003
Master of psychological thrillers and suspense.
Renowned biologist known for her groundbreaking research on marine ecosystems.
Key figure in the Civil Rights Movement in the United States.
Renowned poet known for her evocative verses on nature and love.
First female senator from her state, known for her advocacy for education reform.
Known for his emotionally charged and introspective poetry.
American lawyer and businessman (d. 2003)
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
American singer-songwriter and guitarist (b. 1939)
American activist, founded your black muslim bakery (b. 1935)
2002
Renowned novelist known for her captivating storytelling.
Renowned astronomer known for her work on galaxy formation.
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
Influential sculptor known for abstract works.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.
Swedish mountaineer who climbed Mount Everest without bottled oxygen.
Renowned poet from Hawaii with a unique style.
American artist known for her abstract paintings.
Swedish adventurer and former soldier, who was also a mountain climber. he has also climbed mount everest.
Swiss lawyer and politician, 63rd president of the swiss confederation (b. 1913)
Swiss politician and lawyer, 63rd president of swiss confederation (d.2002).
2001
Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Celebrated poet known for her evocative verses.
Renowned chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.
Founder of Boyd Gaming Corporation
Prominent figure in local politics, known for advocating for education reform.
Celebrated poet whose works continue to inspire readers.
Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.
Known for monumental sculptures.
Pioneering computer scientist known for her work in early computing systems.
Haskel Sylvester was a prominent politician known for his contributions to social welfare policies.
2000
Renowned Japanese chemist known for his work in organic chemistry.
1999 - 1990
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1999 - 1990
1998
Italian artist and designer who also wrote books on art and design.
Rexton Smith was a pioneering scientist who made significant contributions to the field of physics.
American soldier and author (b. 1912)
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Isle of wight (united kingdom) -- actor (herr palitz–holocaust).
American baseball player and poet (b. 1953)
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British actor (born 1912).
Baseball pitcher (kansas city royals).
American baseball player (born 1953).
1997
Jettie Rhodes was a talented singer who captivated audiences with her soulful voice.
Largest florida death (14 feet), at 65
1996
English scholar, dies at 89
Property developer dies at 79
Writer dies at 73
At 59, writer translator/editor dies
Jockey/trainer, dies at the age of 76
1995
Pearl bailey, comedian/impressionist, dies at 71
Diplomat dies at 77
Canadian politician and academic (born in 1924)
1994
French microbiologist and virologist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1902)
Nobel Prize-winning microbiologist for his work on lysogeny.
Trainer, horses, dies at 34
44th president of argentina, argentinian politician (d. 1994).
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Actress (night for crime, hard hombre), is killed at 87
1993
Polish/us actress crossing delancey, dies at 79
English labor lower house leader (1966-83), dies at 61
Writer (arendsoog.. preejager), died at 57
Actor (enrico pallazzo-naked gun), dies at 72
1992
Emalyn Leckrone was a pioneering astronomer known for her research on stellar evolution.
1991
Jasur Umirov was a renowned Uzbek poet who left a lasting impact on literature.
Serbian singer-songwriter (b. 1938)
Entertainer dies at 87
Serbian folk singer (born 1938)
1990
Rebie Fitzgerald was a renowned American playwright known for her thought-provoking and socially conscious plays.
Australian novelist, poet, and playwright, nobel prize laureate (d. 1990)
Australian writer and Nobel laureate known for his novels exploring Australian identity.
American race car driver (d. 1990)
Polish-canadian journalist and criminologist (d. 1990)
Feminist/wife of joop
French cultural anthropologist/writer
1989 - 1980
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1989 - 1980
1989
American lgbt rights activist from missouri (d. 1989)
American musician and composer, who is considered to be one of america's greatest music critics. he also won the pulitzer prize for the film score.
1988
American race car driver and team owner (born 1946).
Author/rabbi of berlin (1926-1937), dies at the age of 86.
1987
American author and screenwriter (b. 1913)
United states -- science fiction author (decievers starlight)
1986
English writer and critic known for her novels and social commentary.
Hungarian-english economist (d. 1986)
1985
American seismologist and geologist. he is a researcher on earthquake magnitudes, their geography, and statistics. he was the inspiration for the richter scale of measurement.
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German-born actress, who won the best actress oscar for the movie "room at the top" and the best foreign film award in 1977 for the film "madame rosa". her film career began in 1942, when she was an extra in the movie "le prince charmant". she changed her name from "casque d'or" to "signoret" in order to avoid being deported. …
Influential Bauhaus artist and designer known for his work in typography, photography, and advertising.
American seismologist and physicist (b. 1900)
Us spy writer (affiliate in place), dies at 77
Us seismologist (scale r), dies at age 85
1984
American diplomat who served as Ambassador to South Vietnam during the Vietnam War.
Signe Bergman was a talented sculptor recognized for her innovative works in the early 20th century.
1983
At 76, merv griffin, a leader of the orchestra, dies.
Actor (bernie loves bridget, adam 12), dies at 49
1980
Seara Khatun was a renowned Bangladeshi poet who wrote extensively on social and political issues.
1979 - 1970
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1979 - 1970
1979
Elye Rabinovitch was a Canadian playwright and screenwriter who wrote about the Jewish experience in North America.
1978
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American ventriloquist. he studied a 25-cent book on ventriloquism in high school and then paid $35 to a carpenter to carve the head for his first dummy, charlie mccarthy. his beloved characters were rated number one in every radio poll. he continued to perform vaudeville, radio and nightclubs as well as film and television. he was earning $6,000 per week …
Soviet mathematician known for his work in algebraic geometry.
British politician who championed social welfare reforms during her time in office.
Harlem Hamfist was a renowned boxer who achieved success in the ring during his career.
1977
Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.
American singer and guitarist (d. 1977)
American singer (les paul and) (born in 1924)
1976
Tokyo Rose was a Japanese-American radio personality who broadcasted propaganda for Japan during World War II.
French musician, composer, conductor, and teacher. he was awarded the prix de rome in 1925. he also served as the conductor for opera comique in paris (1927-1932) and paris opera 1938 (1938).
1975
Chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.
Belford Hinrichs was a pioneering geologist who made significant discoveries in the field of earth sciences.
1974
Chilean general and politician, chilean minister of defense (b. 1915)
Chilean constitutionalist general assassinated during operation condor (born in 1915).
1973
Regenal Hargreaves was a renowned author known for his captivating novels.
Inuit photographer and author (born in 1902)
1970
Alvey Wilson was an American politician who served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates.
Actor (bwana dragon, botany bay), is killed at 69
1969 - 1960
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1969 - 1960
1965
Triplanetary sci-fi author, dies at 75
1963
Composer dies at 66
1962
Mescal Sampson was an American athlete who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics, winning a gold medal in the high jump.
Alanson Sumner was an American entrepreneur who founded the Sumner Manufacturing Company, a leading producer of agricultural equipment.
1961
Canadian scholar and politician, 20th lieutenant governor of quebec (b. 1888)
French canadian politician, lieutenant governor of quebec (born in 1888).
1960
Jode Wachter was a German photographer known for his documentary and portrait work.
British explorer
1959 - 1950
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1959 - 1950
1959
Australian politician, 28th premier of south australia (b. 1877)
Klieg light developer, dies at the age of 89.
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Actor (gentlemen prefer blondes), is killed at 81
1958
Danish chemist (phstipulation), is killed at 79
1955
Jams Dean was an American actor who became a cultural icon of teenage disillusionment and social estrangement.
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American actor. he was a star of 1955 and was nominated to the best actor oscar. his role in "east of eden" was followed by "giant" in 1956. he was a cult favourite for his role in "rebel without a cause", 1955. this title he apparently took as his own. dean was rebellious and self-destructive. on 9/30/1955, he was involved …
Iconic Hollywood actor known for his role in 'Rebel Without a Cause.'
1953
Pioneer in mathematical weather forecasting and creator of the concept of fractals.
1952
House of lords and commons / owner of observer
1949 - 1940
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1949 - 1940
1946
Japanese general and politician, governor of hong kong (b. 1887)
1943
German-american economist and sociologist (d. 1943).
1942
German luftwaffe fighter pilot during world war ii. his aerial combats during the north african campaign, and his bohemian lifestyle are notable. he was known as the "star of africa", one of the greatest fighter pilots. marseille won all but seven of his 158 victories over the british commonwealth's desert air force in north africa. he flew the messerschmitt bf …
1941
American heiress (born in 1899).
1940
Henchy Hencherson was a prolific Scottish playwright whose works often explored social and political themes.
German composer and conductor (d. 40)
1939 - 1930
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1939 - 1930
1938
American author known for her novels such as 'Papa's Wife' and 'Missouri Brides.'
1929 - 1920
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1929 - 1920
1929
French diplomat / explorer (china)
1922
Innovative inventor known for developing groundbreaking technologies in the early 20th century.
German philosopher/sociologist dies at 64
1921
Lithuanian jewish anarchist (b. 1887)
Writer dies at 77
1919 - 1910
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1919 - 1910
1918
Myli Dumas was a French Post-Impressionist painter known for her vibrant and expressive landscapes.
1913
Rudolf diesel, a german inventor and engineer, was famous for his invention of the diesel engine. he also died mysteriously.
1912
Composer dies at 63
1910
Chairman and CEO of Publicis Groupe, one of the largest advertising and communications companies.
French engineer (born 1838)
1909 - 1900
Famous deaths on September 30th for the celebrities who died in the years 1909 - 1900
1904
Composer dies at 33