Famous people and celebrities who died in 1932

A dedicated page for remembering the famous people and celebrities who passed away in 1932. This year saw the loss of many influential and beloved figures who left a lasting impact on the world. From entertainment icons and sports legends to renowned scholars and public figures, our comprehensive list pays tribute to their lives and legacies. Join us in honoring their contributions and celebrating their achievements as we reflect on their remarkable stories.

• Jan. 26 William Wrigley

  Prominent American businessman who founded the Wrigley Company, a global chewing gum and confectionery manufacturer.

• Feb. 10 Edgar Wallace

  Prolific British author known for his crime novels, screenplays, and journalism.

• Feb. 16 Ferdinand Buisson

  French academic and politician, nobel prize laureate (b. 1841).

• March 1 Dino Campana

  Between madness episodes, he was an italian poet and a student of pharmacy and chemistry from 1906-1913.

• March 7 Aristide Briand

  French journalist and politician, prime minister of france, nobel prize laureate (b. 1862).

• March 14 George Eastman

  George Eastman was an American inventor and entrepreneur who founded the Eastman Kodak Company and popularized the use of roll film, helping...

• April 4 Wilhelm Ostwald

  Latvian-german chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1853).

• April 17 Patrick Geddes

  Scottish biologist and sociologist who is considered a pioneer in the field of urban planning and regional development.

• April 20 Giuseppe Peano

  Italian philosopher and mathematician (d. 1932).

• April 26 William Lockwood

  British cricketer (born 1868).

• April 27 Hart Crane

  American poet known for his complex and visionary poetry.

• May 22 Augusta Gregory

  Irish poet and playwright, she reconstructed traditional folklore and myths in her plays for children.

• July 6 Kenneth Grahame

  British writer, who described himself as "a sunday writer", since he worked at the bank of england from 1879 to fulfill his vocation.

• July 9 King Camp Gillette

  American businessman who founded the Gillette Company and revolutionized the shaving industry.

• July 21 Bill Gleason

  American baseball player (born 1858).

• July 22 Reginald Fessenden

  Reginald Fessenden was a Canadian inventor who made key contributions to the development of radio technology.

• July 23 Alberto Santos-Dumont

  Brazilian aviation pioneer, who captured the imaginations of europe and the united states through his airship flights.

• July 26 Fred Duesenberg

  German-american businessman founded the duesenberg automobile & motors company (d.1932).

• Aug. 19 Louis Anquetin

  French painter (b. 1861).

• Sept. 16 Ronald Ross

  Indian-english physician and mathematician, nobel prize laureate (b. 1857).

• Nov. 9 Nadezhda Alliluyeva

  Second wife of Joseph Stalin who tragically died by suicide, marking a significant personal tragedy in Stalin's life.

• Nov. 12 Evangeline Adams

  Astrologer from america who served nearly 100,000 clients, including the prince of wales, mary garden and j.p.

• Nov. 27 Evelyn Preer

  Evelyn Preer was a pioneering African-American stage and film actress and singer, often hailed as the 'First Lady of the Screen' among Black performers during the silent and early sound era of Hollywood. She starred in many influential films and was a leading figure with Oscar Micheaux, one of the most significant Black filmmakers of the time. [bio]

• Nov. 29 Abdullah Cevdet

  Kurdish-turkish physician and academic (b. 1869).

• Dec. 8 Gertrude Jekyll

  British horticulturist, garden designer, and writer who had a profound influence on the Arts and Crafts movement.

• Dec. 19 Yun Bong-gil

  A significant Korean independence activist who fought against Japanese colonial rule, known for his resistance and sacrifice for national...

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