Famous people and celebrities who died in May 1995

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

May 1 Antonio Salemme
Italian-american painter (b. 1892).
May 2 Michael Hordern
Sir Michael Hordern was a distinguished English actor known for his extensive work in theatre, film, radio, and television, acclaimed for his versatility and longevity in the performing arts. [bio]
May 5 Mikhail Botvinnik
Legendary Soviet chess grandmaster who dominated world chess for decades and was a three-time world champion.
May 8 Teresa Teng
Legendary Taiwanese singer who was immensely popular across Asia, known for her beautiful voice and emotional ballads.
May 12 Mia Martini
Italian pop singer, songwriter, and sister to rock singer loredana bertes.
May 12 Ștefan Kovács
Romanian football player and coach (b. 1920).
May 14 Christian B. Anfinsen
American biochemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 1995).
May 15 Eric Porter
Renowned British stage and screen actor known for notable performances in classic productions like 'Antony & Cleopatra' and '39 Steps'.
May 16 Lola Flores
Lola Flores was a legendary Spanish singer, dancer, and actress known as 'La Faraona', who significantly influenced Spanish folklore and...
May 18 Alexander Godunov
Alexander Godunov was a renowned Russian-American ballet dancer and film actor, famous for his work with the Bolshoi Ballet and his roles in Hollywood films after defecting from the Soviet Union. [bio]
May 18 Elisha Cook
Elisha Cook Jr. was an American character actor best known for his roles in classic film noirs and crime dramas. Over a career spanning more than six decades, he was recognized for his portrayals of nervous, frightened, or cowardly characters, particularly in films of the 1940s and 1950s. [bio]
May 18 Elizabeth Montgomery
Iconic television actress best known for her starring role in 'Bewitched', a groundbreaking sitcom that aired from 1964 to 1972.
May 20 Les Cowie
Australian rugby league player (b. 1925).
May 21 Les Aspin
Les Aspin was an American politician who served as the 18th United States Secretary of Defense under President Bill Clinton during the early...
May 22 Robert Flemyng
May 24 Harold Wilson
British Labour Party politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1964 to 1970 and again from 1974 to 1976.
May 25 Dany Robin
Dany Robin was a prominent French actress known for her work in French cinema during the 1940s through the 1960s. She gained widespread acclaim for her performances in romantic and dramatic roles, and she also appeared in several international productions. [bio]
May 25 Krešimir Ćosić
Legendary Croatian basketball player and coach, inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 1996.
May 26 Friz Freleng
Legendary American animator, director, and producer known for his significant contributions to Warner Bros.
May 28 Jean Muir
Jean Muir was an American stage and film actress known for her work in Hollywood during the 1930s and 1940s. She appeared in many films and later worked on television before her career was notably affected during the Hollywood blacklist era. [bio]
May 30 Lofty England
Prominent English automotive engineer and race team manager who played a significant role in motorsport history, particularly with Jaguar...
May 30 Ted Drake
English professional footballer who played as a forward for Chelsea and Arsenal, later becoming a notable football manager.
May 31 Stanley Elkin
Stanley Elkin was a prominent American novelist known for his darkly comic and innovative literary works, exploring complex human...