Famous people and celebrities who died in December 2000

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in December 2000. 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. 2 Gail Fisher

  Gail Fisher was an American actress best known for her groundbreaking role as Peggy Fair on the television series 'Mannix,' for which she became one of the first African-American women to win an Emmy Award for acting. [bio]

• Dec. 3 Gwendolyn Brooks

  Gwendolyn Brooks was a pioneering African American poet who broke significant racial barriers in literature by becoming the first Black poet...

• Dec. 4 Henck Arron

  Surinamese political leader who served as the first prime minister of Suriname after its independence.

• Dec. 6 Werner Klemperer

  Werner Klemperer was a German-born American actor, best known for his role as Colonel Wilhelm Klink on the television sitcom 'Hogan's Heroes'. He was also an accomplished musician and won multiple Emmy Awards for his acting. [bio]

• Dec. 11 Shaista Suhrawardy Ikramullah

  Prominent Pakistani politician, diplomat, and author who played a significant role in the post-partition political landscape of Pakistan.

• Dec. 11 David Lewis

  American actor (b. 1916).

• Dec. 12 Libertad Lamarque
• Dec. 15 Haris Brkić

  Bosnian-serbian basketball player (b. 1974).

• Dec. 18 Randolph Apperson Hearst

  American businessman and heir to the Hearst Corporation, a major media and publishing empire founded by his father William Randolph Hearst.

• Dec. 18 Kirsty MacColl

  Talented English singer-songwriter known for her pop hits and collaboration with artists like The Pogues, tragically killed in a boating...

• Dec. 18 Randolph Hearst

  American businessman and former president of the Hearst Corporation.

• Dec. 18 Stan Fox

  American race car driver (born 1952).

• Dec. 19 Pops Staples

  Influential American gospel and soul musician, founding member of the legendary Staple Singers, known for his distinctive guitar playing and...

• Dec. 19 John Lindsay

  John Lindsay was a prominent American politician who served as Mayor of New York City from 1966 to 1973.

• Dec. 19 Rob Buck

  American singer-songwriter who was a member of the alternative rock band 10,000 Maniacs, passed away in 2000.

• Dec. 23 Victor Borge

  Victor Borge was a Danish-American comedian, conductor, and pianist, best known for his unique blend of music and comedy on stage and television. He was internationally renowned for his witty performances that mixed classical music with humor, earning him the nickname 'The Clown Prince of Denmark.' [bio]

• Dec. 23 Billy Barty

  Billy Barty was an American actor and activist, known for his work in film and television, as well as for being a prominent advocate for people with dwarfism. [bio]

• Dec. 24 Nick Massi

  Nick Massi was a prominent bass player and singer for the legendary rock and doo-wop group The Four Seasons, known for their hit songs in...

• Dec. 24 John Cooper

  Influential English race car designer who made significant contributions to automotive engineering and motorsports design.

• Dec. 25 Willard Van Orman Quine

  Willard Van Orman Quine was a prominent American philosopher and logician who made significant contributions to mathematical logic,...

• Dec. 26 Jason Robards

  Jason Robards was an acclaimed American stage, film, and television actor renowned for his distinctive voice and intense performances. He was celebrated for his roles in both classic plays and major films, becoming one of the most respected actors of his generation. [bio]

• Dec. 30 Julius J. Epstein

  Renowned Hollywood screenwriter famous for co-writing the classic film 'Casablanca' and multiple Academy Award nominations.

• Dec. 31 Jose Greco

  Renowned Italian-American dancer celebrated for his exceptional Spanish dance performances, who was a key member of Argentinita's dance...

• Dec. 31 Alan Cranston

  Prominent California Democratic Senator known for his exceptional political memory and long-lasting liberal career.

• Dec. 31 Binyamin Ze'ev Kahane

  American-israeli rabbi and scholar (b. 1966).