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Famous people and celebrities who died in May 1993

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in May 1993. 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

  • Ranasinghe Premadasa
    May 1 Ranasinghe Premadasa

    Sri lankan politician, 3rd president of sri lanka (b. 1924).

  • Pierre Bérégovoy
    May 1 Pierre Bérégovoy

    French metallurgist and politician, prime minister of france (b. 1925).

  • Julio Gallo
    May 2 Julio Gallo

    Julio Gallo was a prominent American vintner and entrepreneur who co-founded the famous Gallo Winery with his brother Ernest.

  • Irving Howe
    May 5 Irving Howe

    Prominent American literary critic and socialist intellectual, best known for his influential book 'World of Our Fathers' about Jewish...

  • Ann Todd
    May 6 Ann Todd

    Ann Todd was an acclaimed English actress and producer, best known for her performances in mid-20th-century British cinema, especially her collaborations with director David Lean. [bio]

  • Mary Philbin
    May 7 Mary Philbin

    Mary Philbin was an American silent film actress, best known for her role as Christine Daaé in the 1925 film adaptation of 'The Phantom of the Opera.' She was a prominent star during the 1920s and is considered one of the iconic figures of the silent film era. [bio]

  • Avram Davidson
    May 8 Avram Davidson

    Acclaimed science fiction author who won the Hugo Award and was known for innovative and imaginative storytelling in speculative fiction.

  • Freya Stark
    May 9 Freya Stark

    Renowned travel writer known for her books on the Middle East and her adventurous spirit.

  • Lester Del Rey
    May 10 Lester Del Rey

    Prominent American science fiction writer who significantly contributed to the genre during the mid-20th century.

  • Stephen Ross
    May 10 Stephen Ross

    Stephen Ross is the founder of Related Companies, a major real estate development firm that has significantly shaped urban landscapes.

  • Zeno Colò
    May 12 Zeno Colò

    Italian alpine skier who won two Olympic gold medals.

  • William Randolph Hearst
    May 14 William Randolph Hearst

    Influential American newspaper magnate who built a massive media empire and was known for pioneering 'yellow journalism'.

  • Salah Ahmed Ibrahim
    May 15 Salah Ahmed Ibrahim

    Sudanese poet and diplomat (b. 1933).

  • Heinrich Albertz
    May 18 Heinrich Albertz

    Heinrich Albertz was a prominent German theologian and politician who served as the Mayor of Berlin during a significant period of post-war...

  • John Frost
    May 21 John Frost

    British Army lieutenant-colonel famous for his crucial role in Operation Market Garden during World War II, a significant airborne military...

  • John Dutton Frost
    May 21 John Dutton Frost
  • Mieczysław Horszowski
    May 22 Mieczysław Horszowski

    Polish-american pianist and composer (b. 1892).

  • Herbert Callen
    May 22 Herbert Callen
  • Milton O Thompson
    May 24 Milton O Thompson

    NASA astronaut and X-15 test pilot who made significant contributions to aerospace research and died at age 66.

  • Juan Jesús Posadas Ocampo
    May 24 Juan Jesús Posadas Ocampo
  • Tony Del Monaco
    May 27 Tony Del Monaco
  • Billy Conn
    May 29 Billy Conn

    Famous light heavyweight boxer known as the 'Pittsburgh Kid', renowned for his speed and skill in the ring.

  • Sun Ra
    May 30 Sun Ra

    Pioneering avant-garde jazz musician, composer, and bandleader known for his innovative and experimental approach to music, blending jazz,...

  • Gisella Floreanini
    May 30 Gisella Floreanini
  • Honey Tree Evil Eye
    May 31 Honey Tree Evil Eye

    Or, spuds mackenzie, bud light bull terrier mascot (b. 1983).