Famous people and celebrities who died in March 1977

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in March 1977. 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

• March 2 Eugénie Brazier

  French chef la ma"re brazier.

• March 3 Brian Faulkner
• March 4 Toma Caragiu

  Toma Caragiu was a widely celebrated Romanian actor of Greek origin, renowned for his versatile performances in theater, film, and television. He is particularly remembered for his comedic monologues and significant roles in classic Romanian films. [bio]

• March 4 William Paul

  American lawyer and politician (b. 1885).

• March 4 Anatol E. Baconsky

  Romanian poet, author, and critic (b. 1925).

• March 4 Nancy Tyson Burbidge

  Australian botanist and curator (b. 1912).

• March 4 Lutz Graf Schwerin von Krosigk

  German jurist and politician, german minister for foreign affairs (b. 1887).

• March 6 Alvin R. Dyer

  American religious leader (b. 1903).

• March 10 E. Power Biggs

  English-american organist and composer (b. 1906).

• March 14 Fannie Lou Hamer

  Prominent African American civil rights activist who fought for voting rights and racial equality in the Mississippi Freedom Democratic...

• March 15 Antonino Rocca

  Italian-American professional wrestler who was a prominent figure in wrestling during the mid-20th century, known for his athletic skills...

• March 15 Hubert Aquin

  Prominent Canadian novelist and intellectual who significantly influenced Quebec literature through experimental narrative techniques and...

• March 16 Kamal Jumblatt

  Prominent Lebanese Druze politician and progressive leader who played a significant role in Lebanese politics during the mid-20th century.

• March 18 Marien Ngouabi

  Congolese political leader who served as President of the Republic of the Congo from 1969 to 1977, playing a significant role in the...

• March 19 William L. Laurence

  Lithuanian-born american journalist and author (b. 1888).

• March 20 Charles Lyttelton

  10th Viscount Cobham, prominent English cricketer and politician who served as the 9th Governor-General of New Zealand from 1957 to 1962,...

• March 20 Terukuni Manzō

  The 38th yokozuna in sumo wrestling, a prestigious rank representing the highest level of achievement in this traditional Japanese sport.

• March 21 Kinuyo Tanaka
• March 23 Joe Stydahar
• March 27 Diana Hyland

  Diana Hyland was an American stage, film, and television actress best known for her work in the mid-20th century, notably her Emmy-winning role in 'The Boy in the Plastic Bubble.' [bio]

• March 27 Jacob Veldhuyzen van Zanten

  Dutch airline pilot tragically known for being the captain of KLM Flight 4805, which was involved in the deadliest aviation accident in...

• March 27 Shirley Graham Du Bois

  American author, playwright, and composer (b. 1896).

• March 28 Eric Shipton

  Renowned British mountaineer and explorer famous for his pioneering expeditions in the Himalayas, particularly his attempts to climb Mount...

• March 30 Levko Revutsky

  Ukrainian composer and educator (b. 1889).

• March 30 Abd el-Halim Hafez