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Famous people and celebrities who died in May 1999

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in May 1999. 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

  • Oliver Reed
    May 2 Oliver Reed

    Oliver Reed was a British actor known for his intense screen presence and for starring in a range of popular films from the 1960s through the 1990s. He gained recognition for roles in movies such as 'Oliver!', 'Women in Love', and 'Gladiator.' Reed was also known for his off-screen charisma, reputation as a hellraiser, and candid personality. [bio]

  • Tibor Kalman
    May 2 Tibor Kalman

    Tibor Kalman was a groundbreaking Hungarian-American graphic designer who revolutionized visual communication through his innovative design...

  • Douglas Harkness
    May 2 Douglas Harkness

    Canadian military officer and politician who served as Minister of National Defence, playing a significant role in Canadian political and...

  • Joe Adcock
    May 3 Joe Adcock

    Joe Adcock was a prominent Major League Baseball first baseman and outfielder who played primarily for the Milwaukee Braves during the 1950s...

  • Mark Tuinei
    May 6 Mark Tuinei
  • Dirk Bogarde
    May 8 Dirk Bogarde

    Dirk Bogarde was a distinguished English actor and writer, known for his versatile performances in film, stage, and literature. Over his decades-long career, he became one of Britain's most prominent and critically acclaimed actors, especially celebrated for his roles in films produced by Rank Organisation and later for more challenging roles in international cinema. [bio]

  • Ed Gilbert
    May 8 Ed Gilbert

    American actor (b. 1931).

  • Soeman Hs
    May 8 Soeman Hs

    Indonesian author and educator (b. 1904).

  • Dana Plato
    May 8 Dana Plato

    American actress (b. 1964).

  • Shel Silverstein
    May 10 Shel Silverstein

    Beloved American poet, children's book author, cartoonist, and songwriter known for works like 'The Giving Tree' and 'Where the Sidewalk...

  • Saul Steinberg
    May 12 Saul Steinberg

    Renowned Romanian-American cartoonist and illustrator famous for his distinctive work in The New Yorker magazine, known for his innovative...

  • Gene Sarazen
    May 13 Gene Sarazen

    Legendary professional golfer who won multiple major championships, including the Masters in 1935 and US Open in 1922 and 1932.

  • Abd al-Aziz ibn Baz
    May 13 Abd al-Aziz ibn Baz

    Saudi arabian scholar and academic (b. 1910).

  • Giuseppe Petrilli
    May 13 Giuseppe Petrilli
  • Milton Banana
    May 15 Milton Banana
  • Rob Gretton
    May 15 Rob Gretton
  • Augustus Pablo
    May 18 Augustus Pablo

    Influential Jamaican reggae musician, known for his innovative keyboard playing and production in the roots reggae genre.

  • Betty Robinson
    May 18 Betty Robinson
  • James Blades
    May 19 James Blades

    Renowned British percussionist and sound effects expert who worked extensively in radio and film, contributing significantly to audio...

  • Owen Hart
    May 23 Owen Hart

    Canadian professional wrestler who tragically died during a WWE pay-per-view event in 1999, falling from the arena rafters during a stunt...

  • Waldo Semon
    May 26 Waldo Semon

    Waldo Semon was a chemist known for inventing plasticized PVC.

  • B. Vittalacharya
    May 28 B. Vittalacharya

    Indian director and producer (b. 1920).

  • Michael Barkai
    May 28 Michael Barkai

    Israeli commander (b. 1935).