Famous people and celebrities who died in July 2006

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in July 2006. 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

• July 1 Fred Trueman

  Fred Trueman was a legendary English cricketer and sportscaster, renowned for his exceptional bowling skills and significant contributions...

• July 1 Ryutaro Hashimoto

  Japanese politician, 53rd prime minister of japan (b. 1937).

• July 1 Robert Lepikson

  Estonian race car driver and politician, estonian minister of the interior (b. 1952).

• July 3 Joseph Goguen

  Renowned American computer scientist who developed the OBJ programming language and made significant contributions to computer science and...

• July 5 Kenneth Lay

  Founder and CEO of Enron, a company involved in one of the most significant corporate fraud scandals in American business history.

• July 5 Gert Fredriksson

  Swedish kayaker who won multiple Olympic gold medals in 1948, 1952, and 1956, establishing himself as one of the most successful Olympic...

• July 5 Amzie Strickland

  American actress (b. 1919).

• July 6 Tom Weir

  Tom Weir was a renowned Scottish mountaineer, writer, and television presenter who significantly contributed to outdoor exploration and...

• July 7 Syd Barrett

  Founding member and original lead guitarist of Pink Floyd, known for his innovative psychedelic rock style and significant influence on the...

• July 7 John Money

  Influential New Zealand-American psychologist known for groundbreaking research in gender identity, sexuality, and developmental psychology.

• July 7 Juan de Ávalos

  Spanish sculptor (b. 1911).

• July 8 June Allyson

  June Allyson was a beloved Hollywood actress of the Golden Age, renowned for her charming performances in musicals and dramatic films, and a...

• July 10 Shamil Basayev

  Shamil Basayev was a notorious Chechen rebel leader responsible for numerous terrorist attacks, including the tragic Beslan school siege in...

• July 10 Šamil' Salmanovič Basaev
• July 11 Barnard Hughes

  Barnard Hughes was a distinguished American character actor known for his work in theater, film, and television, with notable roles in 'Doc'...

• July 13 Red Buttons

  Red Buttons was an American actor and comedian best known for his work in film, television, and radio. He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the film 'Sayonara' (1957). [bio]

• July 15 Alireza Shapour Shahbazi

  Iranian archaeologist and academic (b. 1942).

• July 15 Robert H. Brooks

  American businessman, founder of hooters and naturally fresh, inc.

• July 17 Mickey Spillane

  Mickey Spillane was a renowned American crime fiction writer famous for his hard-boiled detective novels featuring Mike Hammer.

• July 19 Jack Warden

  Jack Warden was an American actor known for his work in film and television across a career spanning more than five decades. He received acclaim for his supporting roles and was twice nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. [bio]

• July 20 Gérard Oury

  Renowned French filmmaker known for his significant contributions to French comedy cinema, directing classic films and performing as an...

• July 20 Ted Grant

  South african-english theorist and activist (b. 1913).

• July 20 Ugo Attardi
• July 21 Princess Mako of Akishino

  Princess Mako of Akishino is a prominent member of the Japanese Imperial Family, known for her academic excellence and humanitarian efforts.

• July 21 Mako Iwamatsu

  Renowned Japanese-American actor and voice artist known for diverse roles in film and television.

• July 21 Ta Mok

  Leader of the cambodian khmer rouge (born 1926).

• July 25 Carl Brashear
• July 27 Maryann Mahaffey

  American academic and politician (b. 1925).

• July 30 Akbar Mohammadi

  Iranian activist (b. 1972).