Famous people and celebrities who died in December 1995

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in December 1995. 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. 1 Maxwell R. Thurman

  American general (b. 1931).

• Dec. 1 Colin Tapley

  New zealand-english actor (b. 1907).

• Dec. 1 Hopper Levett

  English cricketer (b. 1908).

• Dec. 2 Roxie Roker

  Prominent African American actress best known for her role as Helen Willis on the groundbreaking sitcom 'The Jeffersons' and mother of...

• Dec. 3 Robertson Davies

  Prominent Canadian novelist, playwright, and literary critic known for his intellectual depth and significant contributions to Canadian...

• Dec. 5 Gwen Harwood

  Renowned Australian poet and playwright who made significant contributions to modern Australian literature, known for her complex and...

• Dec. 5 Robert Parrish

  Robert Parrish was an accomplished film director, editor, and actor known for his work in Hollywood, including contributions to the James...

• Dec. 5 Charles Evans

  Renowned English-Welsh mountaineer, surgeon, and educator who made significant contributions to medical and alpine fields.

• Dec. 6 Kathleen Harrison

  Kathleen Harrison was an English character actress best known for her work in British film and television from the 1930s to the 1960s. She was particularly recognized for her roles in comedies and was celebrated for her distinctive Cockney accent and endearing screen presence. [bio]

• Dec. 6 James Reston

  Influential American journalist and New York Times executive who revolutionized newspaper opinion pages and won two Pulitzer Prizes.

• Dec. 9 Toni Cade Bambara

  Renowned African American writer, filmmaker, and social activist who significantly contributed to Black literature and social justice...

• Dec. 9 Douglas Corrigan

  Douglas Corrigan was an American aviator famous for his 1938 transatlantic flight from New York to Ireland, which earned him the nickname...

• Dec. 10 Darren Robinson

  American rapper known as part of the hip-hop group Fat Boys, who died in 1995 at a young age.

• Dec. 11 Arthur Mullard

  Arthur Mullard was a British actor and singer best known for his comedic roles on television and in film from the 1950s through the 1980s. He became well known for his appearances in sitcoms such as 'Romany Jones' and 'Yus, My Dear.' [bio]

• Dec. 14 Rob Harris

  Young skysurfer who tragically died during a skydiving accident at the age of 28.

• Dec. 14 Eric Brown

  Scottish-english captain and pilot (d. 2016).

• Dec. 15 Manuel Gutierrez Mellado

  Prominent Spanish military and political figure who played a crucial role in Spain's transition to democracy after Franco's regime.

• Dec. 18 Konrad Zuse

  Konrad Zuse was a pioneering German computer scientist who created the first programmable computer, fundamentally transforming the field of...

• Dec. 20 Madge Sinclair

  Madge Sinclair was a Jamaican-born American actress known for her dynamic performances across film, television, and voice acting. She is particularly remembered for her roles in 'Coming to America' and as the voice of Sarabi in Disney's 'The Lion King.' Sinclair was celebrated for her dignified portrayals and became a pioneering Black actress in both television and cinema. [bio]

• Dec. 22 Butterfly McQueen

  Renowned African American actress famous for her role as Prissy in the classic film 'Gone with the Wind', a landmark movie in cinema...

• Dec. 22 James E. Meade

  Prize laureate for their pathbreaking contribution to the theory of international trade and international capital movements.

• Dec. 23 Patric Knowles

  English actor (b. 1911).

• Dec. 25 Dean Martin

  Dean Martin was an American singer, actor, and comedian, widely known as one of the most popular entertainers of the mid-20th century. He was a member of the legendary Rat Pack and had a successful career in music, film, and television. [bio]

• Dec. 25 Emmanuel Levinas

  Influential French philosopher of Lithuanian Jewish origin who made significant contributions to phenomenology, ethics, and Jewish...

• Dec. 27 Shura Cherkassky

  Renowned Ukrainian-American classical pianist and music educator who had a distinguished international career spanning several decades.

• Dec. 30 Ralph Flanagan

  Ralph Flanagan was a notable American big band pianist, composer, and conductor during the swing era, known for his contributions to popular...

• Dec. 30 Doris Grau

  American voice actor and script supervisor (b. 1924).