Famous people and celebrities who died in November 2005

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in November 2005. 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

  • Michael Piller
    Nov. 1 Michael Piller

    Influential American television producer and screenwriter best known for his significant work in science fiction series, particularly Star...

  • Ferruccio Valcareggi
    Nov. 2 Ferruccio Valcareggi

    Italian football player and coach (born 1919).

  • Sheree North
    Nov. 4 Sheree North

    Sheree North was an American actress, dancer, and singer best known for her roles in films during the 1950s and 1960s, as well as for her later appearances on television. Renowned for her versatility as both a dramatic and comedic performer, she was initially promoted by 20th Century Fox as a potential successor to Marilyn Monroe. [bio]

  • Graham Payn
    Nov. 4 Graham Payn

    South african-born english actor and singer (d. 2005).

  • Nadia Anjuman
    Nov. 4 Nadia Anjuman

    Afghan journalist and poet (born 1980).

  • John Fowles
    Nov. 5 John Fowles

    Renowned English novelist known for postmodern literary works like 'The French Lieutenant's Woman' and 'The Magus', exploring complex...

  • David Westheimer
    Nov. 8 David Westheimer

    American author and journalist who wrote extensively about military experiences and contributed significantly to war literature.

  • K. R. Narayanan
    Nov. 9 K. R. Narayanan

    Prominent Indian politician who served as the 10th President of India from 1997 to 2002, known for his distinguished political and...

  • Peter Drucker
    Nov. 11 Peter Drucker

    Pioneering management consultant and author who revolutionized modern business thinking through influential works like 'The Practice of...

  • Moustapha Akkad
    Nov. 11 Moustapha Akkad

    Influential Syrian-American film director and producer, best known for producing the iconic 'Halloween' horror film series and promoting...

  • Patrick Anson
    Nov. 11 Patrick Anson

    5th earl of lichfield, english photographer (b. 1939).

  • Eddie Guerrero
    Nov. 13 Eddie Guerrero

    Legendary WWE professional wrestler known for his charismatic performances and technical skills, who tragically died in 2005 at the height...

  • Vine Deloria
    Nov. 13 Vine Deloria

    Prominent Native American activist, theologian, and historian who significantly contributed to indigenous rights and scholarly understanding...

  • Adrian Rogers
    Nov. 15 Adrian Rogers

    American pastor and author (born in 1931).

  • Henry Taube
    Nov. 16 Henry Taube

    Renowned Canadian-American chemist who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1983 for his work on electron transfer mechanisms in metal...

  • Ralph Edwards
    Nov. 16 Ralph Edwards

    Ralph Edwards was a pioneering American radio and television host known for creating and hosting the popular show 'This Is Your Life'.

  • Donald Watson
    Nov. 16 Donald Watson

    Pioneering English activist who founded the Vegan Society in 1944, playing a crucial role in the global vegan movement.

  • Steve Belichick
    Nov. 19 Steve Belichick

    American football player, coach and scout (b. 1919).

  • Constance Cummings
    Nov. 23 Constance Cummings

    Constance Cummings was an American-born British actress renowned for her prolific career in film, theatre, and television spanning over six decades. She appeared in more than 40 films on both sides of the Atlantic and was celebrated for her versatility and depth as a performer. [bio]

  • Frank Gatski
    Nov. 23 Frank Gatski

    American football player and soldier (b. 1919).

  • Pat Morita
    Nov. 24 Pat Morita

    Pat Morita was a Japanese-American actor and comedian best known for his role as Mr. Miyagi in 'The Karate Kid' film series, for which he received an Academy Award nomination. His career spanned several decades in both television and film, making him one of the most recognized Asian American actors in Hollywood. [bio]

  • George Best
    Nov. 25 George Best

    Renowned Northern Irish footballer considered one of the greatest players of all time, known for his exceptional skill and charismatic...

  • Richard Burns
    Nov. 25 Richard Burns

    Accomplished English rally driver who tragically passed away in 2005, known for his significant achievements in motorsport.

  • Mark Craney
    Nov. 26 Mark Craney

    American musician (born 1952).

  • Takanori Arisawa
    Nov. 26 Takanori Arisawa

    Japanese composer and conductor (b. 1951).

  • Jocelyn Brando
    Nov. 27 Jocelyn Brando

    Jocelyn Brando was an American actress known for her work in film and television, and was the sister of famous actor Marlon Brando.

  • Marc Lawrence
    Nov. 28 Marc Lawrence

    Marc Lawrence was a prolific American character actor known for playing tough, menacing roles in numerous films during Hollywood's golden...