Famous people and celebrities who died in September 1984

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in September 1984. 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

• Sept. 1 Madeleine de Bourbon-Busset

  Duchess of parma (b. 1898).

• Sept. 4 Ernst Stueckelberg
• Sept. 5 Jane Roberts

  Influential American mystic and author known for her 'Seth' books, where she claimed to channel a spiritual entity and produced extensive...

• Sept. 5 Adam Malik

  Indonesian politician and diplomat, 3rd vice president of indonesia (b. 1917).

• Sept. 6 Ernest Tubb

  Ernest Tubb was a pioneering American country music singer and songwriter, widely regarded as one of the founders of honky tonk music. He is best known for his hit single 'Walking the Floor Over You,' which helped make country music a national phenomenon in the 1940s. [bio]

• Sept. 7 Joe Cronin

  Joe Cronin was a prominent Major League Baseball player and manager who played primarily as a shortstop for the Washington Senators and...

• Sept. 7 Josyf Slipyj

  Ukrainian cardinal (b. 1892).

• Sept. 9 Yilmaz Güney
• Sept. 11 Jerry Voorhis

  American politician (b. 1901).

• Sept. 13 Laura Solari
• Sept. 14 Janet Gaynor

  Janet Gaynor was an American actress and the first winner of the Academy Award for Best Actress. She gained fame during the silent film era and successfully transitioned into talkies. Gaynor is widely recognized for her roles in classics such as 'Seventh Heaven,' 'Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans,' and 'A Star Is Born.' [bio]

• Sept. 14 Lou Brouillard
• Sept. 16 Richard Brautigan

  Influential American postmodern novelist and poet known for his experimental writing style.

• Sept. 16 Louis Réard

  French engineer and fashion designer, created the bikini (b. 1897).

• Sept. 17 Richard Basehart

  Richard Basehart was an acclaimed American actor known for his versatile performances in both film and television. With a career spanning over four decades, he appeared in several notable movies and TV shows and is recognized for his distinctive voice and presence. [bio]

• Sept. 17 Giancarlo Fusco
• Sept. 19 Carl Joachim Friedrich
• Sept. 20 Steve Goodman

  Steve Goodman was a Grammy Award-winning folk singer-songwriter from Chicago, known for his influential music and storytelling through...

• Sept. 20 Carlo Pesenti
• Sept. 24 Neil Hamilton

  American actor (b. 1899).

• Sept. 25 Walter Pidgeon

  Walter Pidgeon was a Canadian-American actor best known for his work in Hollywood during the Golden Age of cinema. His distinguished career included memorable performances in films such as 'Mrs. Miniver' and 'Madame Curie.' Pidgeon's deep voice and dignified presence made him a favorite for both leading and supporting roles. [bio]

• Sept. 26 John Facenda

  American sportscaster (b. 1913).

• Sept. 27 Chronis Exarhakos

  Greek actor (b. 1932).

• Sept. 28 Cihad Baban

  Turkish journalist, author, and politician (b. 1911).

• Sept. 30 Ellsworth Bunker

  American diplomat who served as Ambassador to South Vietnam during the Vietnam War.