Famous people and celebrities who died in December 1983

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in December 1983. 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 Bruce Drake
• Dec. 5 Robert Aldrich

  Renowned American film director, producer, and screenwriter known for classic films like 'What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?' and 'The Dirty...

• Dec. 6 Lucienne Boyer

  French singer and actress (b. 1903).

• Dec. 8 Keith Holyoake

  Keith Holyoake was a prominent New Zealand politician who served as the 26th Prime Minister of New Zealand.

• Dec. 8 Slim Pickens

  Iconic American actor known for his memorable roles in Western films and his legendary performance in Stanley Kubrick's 'Dr. Strangelove',...

• Dec. 9 Shah Nawaz Khan
• Dec. 11 Neil Ritchie

  Guyanese-english general (d. 1983).

• Dec. 12 Amza Pellea
• Dec. 13 Nichita Stănescu

  Renowned Romanian poet and literary critic, considered one of the most important Romanian poets of the 20th century, known for his...

• Dec. 13 Alexander Schmemann

  Prominent Eastern Orthodox priest, theologian, and professor who significantly influenced Orthodox Christian thought in the 20th century,...

• Dec. 13 Mary Renault
• Dec. 13 Ida Russka
• Dec. 15 Paolo Melodia
• Dec. 17 Hal Pereira
• Dec. 18 Victor Turner
• Dec. 19 Fania Fénelon
• Dec. 20 Bill Brandt
• Dec. 21 Paul de Man

  Influential post-structuralist literary critic and philosopher known for his work on deconstruction and critical theory.

• Dec. 25 Joan Miró

  Spanish painter and sculpturer (d. 1983).

• Dec. 26 Hans Liska

  Hans Liska was a prominent Austrian-German artist known for his illustrations and graphic design work during the mid-20th century.

• Dec. 27 Walter Scott

  The 19th-century scottish poet, historical novelist, and playwright was well-known around the globe.

• Dec. 28 William Demarest

  William Demarest was an American character actor best known for his roles in numerous classic Hollywood films and for portraying Uncle Charley in the television series 'My Three Sons.' [bio]

• Dec. 28 Dennis Wilson

  Dennis Wilson was a founding member of The Beach Boys, known for his innovative drumming and songwriting.

• Dec. 28 Jimmy Demaret

  Renowned American professional golfer who was a three-time Masters Tournament champion and known for his flamboyant style and colorful golf...

• Dec. 30 Charles Gunn