Famous people and celebrities who died in April 1996
This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in April 1996. 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
![Carl Stokes]()
April 3 Carl StokesPioneering African-American politician who became the first Black mayor of a major U.S.
![Ron Brown]()
April 3 Ron BrownRon Brown was an influential American politician who served as the 30th United States Secretary of Commerce and was a significant figure in...
![Boone Guyton]()
April 4 Boone GuytonAmerican lieutenant and pilot (b. 1913).
![Greer Garson]()
April 6 Greer GarsonGreer Garson was a British-American actress, renowned for her work in Hollywood during the 1940s, especially for her roles in a series of highly successful MGM films. She gained widespread acclaim for her performances in both drama and romance genres and became one of the most honored actresses of her era. [bio]
![Ben Johnson]()
April 8 Ben JohnsonBen Johnson is a retired Canadian sprinter who gained international fame after winning the gold medal in the 100 meters at the 1988 Seoul Olympics, only to be stripped of his medal after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs. [bio]
![Richard Condon]()
April 9 Richard CondonRenowned American author and screenwriter known for political thrillers, including the famous novel 'The Manchurian Candidate'.
![Jessica Dubroff]()
April 11 Jessica DubroffYoung American aviator who tragically died at age seven while attempting to become the youngest person to fly across the United States.
![Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet]()
April 11 Marcel Bleustein-BlanchetProminent French advertising executive who founded Publicis, a major global advertising agency, and was a significant figure in French media...
![Stavros Niarchos]()
April 16 Stavros NiarchosA prominent Greek shipping magnate known for building one of the world's largest private tanker fleets and amassing a significant personal...
![Piet Hein]()
April 18 Piet HeinPiet Hein was a renowned Danish polymath known for his contributions to mathematics, poetry, and design, particularly famous for creating...
![Kalim Siddiqui]()
April 18 Kalim SiddiquiFounder of the Siddiqui Group, a prominent business conglomerate with diverse business interests across multiple sectors.
![Bernard Edwards]()
April 19 Bernard EdwardsRenowned American musician, bassist, and record producer, best known as a founding member of the influential funk and disco band Chic and...
![Trần Văn Trà]()
April 20 Trần Văn TràVietnamese general and politician (b. 1918).
![Zora Arkus-Duntov]()
April 21 Zora Arkus-DuntovBelgian-born American engineer who revolutionized the Chevrolet Corvette and is widely known as the 'Father of the Corvette'.
![Robert Hersant]()
April 21 Robert HersantProminent French media entrepreneur who built a significant regional newspaper empire, starting with L'Auto Journal and expanding through...
![Erma Bombeck]()
April 22 Erma BombeckErma Bombeck was a beloved American humorist and syndicated columnist, best known for her witty commentary on suburban home life from the 1960s through the 1990s. [bio]
![P. L. Travers]()
April 23 P. L. TraversAustralian-english author and actress (b. 1899).
![Saul Bass]()
April 25 Saul BassLegendary graphic designer and film title sequence pioneer who revolutionized visual communication in cinema and created iconic movie...
![Stirling Silliphant]()
April 26 Stirling SilliphantRenowned American screenwriter and producer known for his significant contributions to film and television, including Academy Award-winning...
![William Colby]()
April 27 William ColbyProminent CIA director and decorated World War II veteran who played significant roles in US intelligence and diplomatic services across...
![Gilles Grangier]()
April 27 Gilles GrangierProminent French film director who created 55 films between 1943 and 1985, notably working with Jean Gabin and winning awards at...
![Lester Sumrall]()
April 28 Lester SumrallAmerican minister, founded lesea (b. 1913).
![David Opatoshu]()
April 30 David OpatoshuAmerican actor known for his roles in notable films and TV series like 'Torn Curtain' and 'Raid on Entebbe', who had a significant career...
