Famous people and celebrities who died on October 31

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

• 1918 Egon Schiele

  Austrian expressionist painter and draftsman, as well as a printmaker, is known for his eroticism in his figurative works.

• 1926 Harry Houdini

  Hungarian-american magician, who was known for performing dangerous and sensational feats for heads of state. he performed for alexandra, empress all russia's in 1903. she shared the belief with sir arthur conan doyle that houdini was not a mere magician, but could perform magical feats and have psychic abilities. he earned thousands of dollars per week in america and europe …

• 1975 Joseph Calleia

  Italian-american singer and actor. his parents sent him to london to study engineering. he preferred the stage. with modest success, he began voice training and began singing in new york and italy. he composed and sang his own songs and did impressions of harry lauder, among other talents.

• 1975 S. D. Burman

  Legendary Indian music director who revolutionized Bollywood film music during the mid-20th century, creating iconic compositions that remain influential in Indian cinema.

• 1976 Linda Watkins

  Actress (from hell it came, harpy), dead at 68

• 1984 Indira Gandhi

  Indira Gandhi was a prominent Indian politician who served as the third Prime Minister of India from 1966 to 1984. She was the first and only female Prime Minister of India to date, and daughter of India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. Her political career was marked by significant reforms and controversial decisions, including the declaration of a national emergency …

• 1984 Eduardo De Filippo

  Eduardo De Filippo was a renowned Italian playwright, actor, and director who significantly influenced Italian theater. He came from a theatrical family and founded a successful stage company with his siblings, creating over 50 plays that were performed internationally. His work was particularly notable for its deep connection to Neapolitan culture and dialect.

• 1985 Nikos Engonopoulos

  Nikos Engonopoulos was a prominent Greek poet and surrealist painter who significantly contributed to modern Greek art and literature during the 20th century. He was a key figure in the Greek modernist movement, known for his unique artistic style and poetic expression.

• 1986 Robert S. Mulliken

  CHE - American physicist and chemist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1896)

• 1987 Joseph Campbell

  American author and leading authority on mythology, the psyche, and symbolism.

• 1988 John Houseman

  Renowned Romanian-American actor, producer, and director known for his distinguished career in theater, film, and television. He won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 'The Paper Chase' and was a significant figure in Orson Welles' Mercury Theatre.

• 1991 Joseph Papp

  Influential theater producer who founded the New York Shakespeare Festival and made Shakespeare accessible to the public. He was a pivotal figure in American theater, championing new works and diverse talents.

• 1993 River Phoenix

  River Phoenix was a promising young actor who became an iconic figure in 1980s and early 1990s cinema, known for his powerful performances in critically acclaimed films before his tragic early death.

• 1993 Federico Fellini

  Federico Fellini was a legendary Italian film director renowned for his surreal, imaginative, and visually stunning cinema that revolutionized modern filmmaking.

• 1995 Rosalind Cash

  Pioneering African American actress who challenged stereotypes in film, television, and stage during the 1970s. She was an Emmy-nominated performer and inducted into the Black Filmmaker Hall of Fame, known for her powerful and principled approach to acting.

• 1996 Marcel Carné

  Influential French film director known for pioneering the 'poetic realist' movement in cinema. He collaborated closely with screenwriter Jacques Prévert, creating landmark films like 'Port of Shadows' and 'Bizarre Bizarre' that significantly impacted global cinema between 1937-1947.

• 2000 Ring Lardner

  Prominent American screenwriter, journalist, and political activist known for his work in Hollywood and his involvement in the Hollywood Ten during the McCarthy era. He was blacklisted for his political beliefs and served time in prison for contempt of Congress.

• 2001 Régine Cavagnoud

  French alpine ski racer who tragically died after a fatal collision during a competition in Pitztal, Austria on October 29, 2001.

• 2002 Raf Vallone

  Renowned Italian actor who rose to international fame through neorealist cinema, particularly with his breakthrough role in 'Bitter Rice' and his collaboration with Vittorio De Sica. He was a multifaceted talent who transitioned from professional soccer to acting, becoming a significant figure in mid-20th century Italian film.

• 2005 Amrita Pritam

  Amrita Pritam was a renowned Indian poet and author who made significant contributions to Punjabi literature and was a prominent voice in 20th-century Indian writing.

• 2006 P. W. Botha

  South African politician who served as State President of South Africa from 1984 to 1989, known for his complex role during the apartheid era and resistance to political reforms.

• 2008 Studs Terkel

  Pulitzer Prize-winning American oral historian, author, and broadcaster known for his in-depth interviews documenting American social history.

• 2009 Qian Xuesen

  Renowned Chinese academic and aerodynamicist who made significant contributions to rocket science and aerospace engineering.

• 2010 Ted Sorensen

  Prominent American lawyer who served as the 8th White House Counsel, known for his significant role in presidential politics.

• 2011 Flórián Albert

  Legendary Hungarian footballer who was European Footballer of the Year in 1967, known for his exceptional skills and goal-scoring ability.

• 2012 Gae Aulenti

  Renowned Italian architect, designer, and artist who significantly influenced 20th-century design. She was famous for her innovative exhibition designs and architectural projects, working with major brands like Fiat and Olivetti. Her 1976 exhibition 'Concept and Form' established her international reputation.

• 2014 David Manker Abshire

  David Manker Abshire was a prominent American diplomat who served as the United States Permanent Representative to NATO, playing a crucial role in international diplomacy during the Cold War era.

• 2020 Sean Connery

  Legendary Scottish actor best known for playing James Bond, who won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 'The Untouchables' and starred in over 50 films throughout his illustrious career.

• 2020 MF Doom

  MF Doom was a legendary underground hip-hop artist known for his complex lyrics, innovative production, and mysterious persona, always performing in a metal mask.