Famous people and celebrities who died in September 1998

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in September 1998. 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 Cary Middlecoff

  Renowned American professional golfer who was a prominent figure in golf during the 1950s, winning multiple major championships including...

• Sept. 2 Allen Drury

  Prominent American political novelist best known for 'Advise and Consent', a Pulitzer Prize-winning book that critically examined political...

• Sept. 4 Elizabeth Kata

  A patch of blue, an australian writer (born 1912).

• Sept. 5 Leo Penn

  Leo Penn was an American actor and director best known for his work in television, and as the father of actors Sean Penn and Chris Penn. He began his career as a stage actor before moving into film and television, later achieving notable success as a director for numerous acclaimed TV series. [bio]

• Sept. 5 Verner Panton

  Influential Danish designer known for pioneering experimental furniture design and innovative use of color and organic shapes in mid-20th...

• Sept. 5 Ferdinand Biondi

  Canadian broadcaster (born in 1909).

• Sept. 5 Willem Drees

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• Sept. 6 Akira Kurosawa

  Akira Kurosawa was a legendary Japanese film director and screenwriter, renowned for his innovative storytelling and cinematic techniques. Regarded as one of the most influential filmmakers in history, his works such as 'Seven Samurai' and 'Rashomon' had a profound global impact, inspiring directors worldwide and shaping modern cinema. [bio]

• Sept. 6 Ric Segreto

  American-filipino singer-songwriter, actor, and journalist (b. 1952).

• Sept. 6 Ernst-Hugo Järegård

  Swedish actor (b. 1928).

• Sept. 9 Lucio Battisti

  Legendary Italian singer-songwriter who revolutionized Italian pop music in the 1960s and 1970s.

• Sept. 13 George Wallace

  Prominent Alabama politician who served as the state's 45th governor.

• Sept. 13 Necdet Calp

  Turkish civil servant and politician (b. 1922).

• Sept. 14 Yang Shangkun

  Prominent Chinese Communist Party leader who served as the 4th President of the People's Republic of China from 1988 to 1993.

• Sept. 17 Ted Binion

  American poker player and businessman (b. 1943).

• Sept. 21 Florence Griffith Joyner

  Legendary Olympic sprinter who set world records in the 100- and 200-meter races during the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games.

• Sept. 23 Mary Frann

  Mary Frann was an American actress best known for her role as Joanna Loudon on the popular TV sitcom Newhart, which aired from 1982 to 1990...

• Sept. 24 Jeff Moss

  American composer and screenwriter (b. 1942).

• Sept. 26 Betty Carter

  Legendary jazz vocalist known for her innovative and influential style, Betty Carter was a pivotal figure in modern jazz who mentored many...

• Sept. 27 Doak Walker

  Legendary American football player who played for the Detroit Lions, known for his exceptional skills and significant contributions to...

• Sept. 29 Tom Bradley

  Pioneering African American politician who served as Los Angeles mayor for five consecutive terms, transforming the city's political...

• Sept. 29 Bruno Munari

  Italian artist and designer who also wrote books on art and design.

• Sept. 29 C. David Marsden

  British neurologist (b. 1938).

• Sept. 30 Dan Quisenberry

  Legendary MLB relief pitcher for the Kansas City Royals, known for his unique submarine pitching style and exceptional performance during...