Famous people and celebrities who died in December 1982

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in December 1982. 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

Dec. 2 Marty Feldman
Marty Feldman was a British comedy writer, comedian, and actor known for his distinctive appearance and groundbreaking work in television and film comedy. He gained international fame for his roles in British comedy shows and in Mel Brooks’ 'Young Frankenstein.' [bio]
Dec. 7 Harry Jerome
Dec. 8 Marty Robbins
Marty Robbins was an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, best known for his contributions to country music as well as his crossover success in pop and rock and roll. He achieved significant fame in the mid-20th century with hits such as 'El Paso' and 'Big Iron.' Robbins also had a notable career as a NASCAR racing driver. [bio]
Dec. 8 Bertus de Harder
Bertus de Harder was a notable Dutch footballer and manager who played for several clubs and represented the Netherlands national team.
Dec. 8 Bram Behr
Surinamese journalist and politician (b. 1951).
Dec. 8 André Kamperveen
Surinamese footballer and manager (b. 1924).
Dec. 8 Haim Laskov
Israel defense forces fifth chief of staff (b. 1919).
Dec. 9 Leon Jaworski
Prominent American lawyer who co-founded the prestigious law firm Fulbright & Jaworski and served as a special prosecutor during the...
Dec. 10 Freeman Gosden
Freeman Gosden was an influential American radio comedian and actor, best known as co-creator and co-star of the legendary radio program 'Amos 'n' Andy,' which became one of the most popular shows in American radio history. [bio]
Dec. 16 Colin Chapman
Colin Chapman was a revolutionary automotive engineer who founded Lotus Cars and significantly influenced Formula One racing design and...
Dec. 17 Homer S. Ferguson
American lawyer, judge, and politician (b. 1889).
Dec. 17 Leonid Borisovič Kogan
Dec. 17 Big Joe Williams
Dec. 19 Jean-Jacques Grunenwald
Jean-Jacques Grunenwald was a notable French classical composer and organist who made significant contributions to 20th-century sacred and...
Dec. 19 Dwight Macdonald
Dec. 20 Arthur Rubinstein
Polish-american pianist and composer (b. 1887).
Dec. 21 Abu Al-Asar Hafeez Jullundhri
Pakistani poet and composer (b. 1900).
Dec. 23 Jack Webb
Jack Webb was an American actor, television producer, director, and screenwriter, best known for creating and starring in the television series 'Dragnet.' [bio]
Dec. 24 Louis Aragon
French author and poet (b. 1897).
Dec. 27 John Swigert
NASA astronaut who was part of the famous Apollo 13 mission, known for his critical role during the spacecraft's near-disastrous lunar...
Dec. 27 Jack Swigert
American pilot, astronaut, and politician (b. 1931).
Dec. 30 Alberto Vargas
Peruvian painter known for his iconic pin-up illustrations.
Dec. 30 Philip Hall
Dec. 30 Avelino Martins