Famous people and celebrities who died in January 1963

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in January 1963. This month marked the loss of influential and beloved figures whose contributions spanned various fields and touched many lives. Explore our detailed list to remember and celebrate their enduring legacies and the remarkable impact they had on the world

Jan. 2 Dick Powell
Dick Powell was an American singer, actor, producer, and director, best known for his work in film and television between the 1930s and the 1960s. Initially recognized for his musical roles, Powell later transitioned to gritty film noir roles, notably appearing in 'Murder, My Sweet.' He later became a prominent director and producer, helping to shape early American television. [bio]
Jan. 2 Jack Carson
Jack Carson was a Canadian-American actor best known for his work in films during Hollywood's Golden Age, frequently appearing in comedic and supporting roles. He gained wide recognition for films such as 'Mildred Pierce', 'A Star Is Born', and 'Arsenic and Old Lace'. [bio]
Jan. 4 Yusuf Izzuddin Shah di Perak
Jan. 5 Rogers Hornsby
American baseball player, coach, and manager (b. 1896).
Jan. 7 Arthur Edward Moore
New zealand-australian farmer and politician, 23rd premier of queensland (b. 1876).
Jan. 8 Kay Sage
American poet and artist (born 1898).
Jan. 9 Fridolin von Senger und Etterlin
Jan. 9 Yvonne De Fleuriel
Jan. 9 Giuseppe Danise
Jan. 9 Mario Maresca
Jan. 9 Marco Muggiani
Jan. 10 Lamberto Bartolucci
Jan. 11 Arthur Nock
Arthur Nock was a distinguished Harvard University professor and renowned English classicalist theologian who made significant contributions...
Jan. 13 Sylvanus Olympio
Togolese businessman and politician, president of togo (b. 1902).
Jan. 13 Sonny Clark
Jan. 16 Ike Quebec
Ike Quebec was a significant jazz tenor saxophonist who played a crucial role in the Blue Note Records scene during the 1940s and 1950s.
Jan. 17 Jean Aymé
Jan. 18 Hugh Gaitskell
Prominent British Labour Party politician who served as Leader of the Opposition and was a significant figure in post-war British politics.
Jan. 19 Clement Smoot
American golfer (d. 1963).
Jan. 21 Acharya Shivpujan Sahay
Indian author, poet, and academic (b. 1893).
Jan. 21 Spiros Xenos
Greek-swedish painter (d. 1963).
Jan. 24 Otto Harbach
Jan. 24 Léon Delsarte
Jan. 27 John Farrow
John Farrow was a prominent Australian-American filmmaker who worked as a screenwriter and producer in Hollywood during the mid-20th...
Jan. 28 Gustave Garrigou
He was a french professional racing cyclist and one of the greatest of his time.
Jan. 29 Robert Frost
Robert Frost was an American poet known for his realistic depictions of rural life and his use of colloquial language in his poetry.
Jan. 30 Pelham Warner
Australian entrepreneur who founded a successful retail chain.
Jan. 30 Francis Poulenc
French composer known for his melodic and witty music.