Famous people and celebrities who died on March 31

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on March 31. 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.

• 1727 Isaac Newton

  Renowned physicist who formulated the laws of motion and universal gravitation.

• 1927 Kang Youwei

  Chinese scholar and reformer known for his advocacy of political and social reform.

• 1945 Anne Frank

  German-Dutch Jewish teenager who wrote a powerful diary documenting her life in hiding during the Holocaust. Her writings became a profound symbol of human resilience and suffering during World War II.

• 1945 Hans Fischer

  CHE - German chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1881)

• 1951 Ralph Forbes

  Actor (riptide shock, shock, shock), is killed at 45

• 1957 Gene Lockhart

  American actor, "going my way", dies at 65.

• 1972 Meena Kumari

  Legendary Indian actress known as the 'Tragedy Queen' of Bollywood, who made significant contributions to Hindi cinema during the 1950s and 1960s. She was renowned for her exceptional acting skills and emotional depth in dramatic roles.

• 1980 Jesse Owens

  Legendary African American athlete who won four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, dramatically challenging Nazi racial ideology by showcasing extraordinary athletic prowess.

• 1980 Vladimír Holan

  Vladimír Holan was a prominent Czech poet and writer known for his complex and deeply philosophical poetry, significantly influencing 20th-century Czech literature.

• 1983 Christina Stead

  Christina Stead was a prominent Australian novelist known for her complex, psychologically rich narratives that critically examined social structures and human relationships. Her most famous work, 'The Man Who Loved Children', is considered a masterpiece of 20th-century literature. She spent much of her writing career in Europe and the United States, gaining international recognition for her distinctive literary style.

• 1988 William McMahon

  William McMahon was an Australian politician who served as the 20th Prime Minister of Australia from 1971 to 1972. He was a prominent member of the Liberal Party and played a significant role in Australian political history during the early 1970s.

• 1993 Brandon Lee

  Brandon Lee was an American actor and martial artist, son of Bruce Lee, tragically killed during the filming of 'The Crow' in 1993 due to an accidental shooting on set.

• 1995 Selena Quintanilla

  Renowned Mexican-American singer tragically murdered at the height of her career, remembered as the 'Queen of Tejano Music' who broke cultural barriers.

• 1995 Selena

  Iconic Tejano and pop singer from Texas who won a Grammy in 1994 and was tragically murdered, becoming a cultural legend in Latin music.

• 2001 Clifford Shull

  Clifford Shull was a distinguished American physicist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1994 for his groundbreaking work in neutron diffraction techniques. His research significantly advanced our understanding of material structures and atomic interactions.

• 2003 Anne Gwynne

  American film actress and pin-up model who was prominent during the 1940s, known for her roles in horror and western films.

• 2003 Harold Scott MacDonald Coxeter

  Renowned mathematician known for his groundbreaking work in geometry and polyhedra, Coxeter was a highly respected academic who made significant contributions to mathematical research.

• 2005 Terri Schiavo

  Terri Schiavo was at the center of a landmark right-to-die legal case that captivated the United States, involving complex medical ethics, family conflict, and national political intervention. Her persistent vegetative state and the prolonged legal battle between her husband and parents became a pivotal moment in discussions about end-of-life decisions and patient autonomy.

• 2009 Raul Alfonsin

  Prominent Argentinian democratic leader who played a crucial role in restoring democracy after the military dictatorship, bringing human rights violators to justice and strengthening democratic institutions.

• 2016 Ronnie Corbett

  Beloved Scottish comedian famous for 'The Two Ronnies' comedy sketch show, known for his witty humor and distinctive short stature. He was a prominent figure in British comedy during the 1970s and 1980s.

• 2016 Imre Kertész

  Imre Kertész was a renowned Hungarian novelist, Holocaust survivor, and Nobel Prize in Literature laureate who wrote extensively about his experiences during World War II and the Holocaust.

• 2016 Hans-Dietrich Genscher

  Hans-Dietrich Genscher was a prominent German politician who served as Vice-Chancellor and Foreign Minister, playing a crucial role in German politics during the Cold War and reunification era.

• 2016 Zaha Hadid

  Pioneering Iraqi-British architect who was the first woman to receive the Pritzker Architecture Prize. Her innovative and futuristic designs revolutionized modern architecture, making her one of the most influential architects of the 21st century.

• 2017 James Rosenquist

  James Rosenquist was a prominent American pop artist known for his large-scale, billboard-inspired paintings that critiqued consumer culture and mass media. A key figure in the 1960s Pop Art movement, his work often combined fragmented images from advertisements and popular imagery. His innovative approach significantly influenced contemporary art.

• 2017 Gilbert Baker

  Iconic gay rights activist and artist who designed the rainbow flag, a powerful symbol of LGBTQ+ pride and equality worldwide.

• 2019 Nipsey Hussle

  Influential American rapper, entrepreneur, and community activist tragically murdered in Los Angeles in 2019.

• 2022 Patrick Demarchelier

  Renowned French fashion photographer who captured iconic images for top fashion magazines and worked with numerous celebrities and fashion brands.