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Famous people and celebrities who died in October 1966

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in October 1966. 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

  • Michael Coppola
    Oct. 1 Michael Coppola
  • Anna Lesznai
    Oct. 2 Anna Lesznai
  • Jean Marchat
    Oct. 2 Jean Marchat
  • Rolf Maximilian Sievert
    Oct. 3 Rolf Maximilian Sievert

    Swedish physicist and academic (b. 1896).

  • Giovanni Cerlesi
    Oct. 3 Giovanni Cerlesi
  • Rolf Sievert
    Oct. 3 Rolf Sievert
  • Vittorio Corona
    Oct. 5 Vittorio Corona
  • Arturo Maroni
    Oct. 5 Arturo Maroni
  • Grigoris Asikis
    Oct. 7 Grigoris Asikis

    Greek singer and songwriter.

  • Mauritz Johansson
    Oct. 7 Mauritz Johansson
  • Louise Thuliez
    Oct. 10 Louise Thuliez

    French school teacher, resistance fighter during world war i and world war ii and author (b. 1881).

  • Charlotte Cooper
    Oct. 10 Charlotte Cooper

    English-scottish tennis player (d. 1966).

  • Clifton Webb
    Oct. 13 Clifton Webb

    Clifton Webb was a renowned actor who starred in classic films like 'Laura' and 'Sitting Pretty.

  • George Carstairs
    Oct. 14 George Carstairs

    Australian rugby league player (b. 1900).

  • Federico de Onís
    Oct. 14 Federico de Onís
  • Frederick Montague
    Oct. 15 Frederick Montague

    1st baron amwell, english lieutenant and politician (b. 1876).

  • George O'Hara
    Oct. 16 George O'Hara

    American actor and screenwriter (b. 1899).

  • Sidney Hatch
    Oct. 17 Sidney Hatch

    American soldier and runner (d. 1966).

  • Wieland Wagner
    Oct. 17 Wieland Wagner
  • Cléo de Mérode
    Oct. 17 Cléo de Mérode
  • Elizabeth Arden
    Oct. 18 Elizabeth Arden

    Elizabeth Arden was a Canadian-American entrepreneur, best known for founding the cosmetics company Elizabeth Arden, Inc. She was a pioneering figure in the beauty industry, introducing innovative beauty products and concepts such as the 'makeover' and establishing luxurious salons. Arden is also recognized for her contributions to modern cosmetics and skin care, and for being one of the wealthiest women … [bio]

  • S. S. Kresge
    Oct. 18 S. S. Kresge

    American businessman, founded kmart (b. 1867).

  • Antonio Acqua
    Oct. 18 Antonio Acqua
  • Sofya Yanovskaya
    Oct. 24 Sofya Yanovskaya

    Russian historian and mathematician (d. 1966).

  • Alma Cogan
    Oct. 26 Alma Cogan

    Alma Cogan was an English singer known for her effervescent personality and distinctive voice, earning her the nickname 'The Girl with the Laugh in Her Voice.' She was one of the most successful female vocalists in the UK during the 1950s and early 1960s, with several chart-topping hits. [bio]

  • Gaetano Ciocca
    Oct. 31 Gaetano Ciocca
  • Elsie Leslie
    Oct. 31 Elsie Leslie