Famous people and celebrities who died in September 2007

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in September 2007. 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 Roy McKenzie

  New zealand horse racer and philanthropist (b. 1922).

• Sept. 3 Steve Fossett

  Steve Fossett was a renowned American adventurer and businessman who set numerous world records in aviation, ballooning, and sailing.

• Sept. 3 Syd Jackson

  New zealand maori activist, trade unionist (born in 1939).

• Sept. 4 John Scott

  9th Duke of Buccleuch, prominent Scottish soldier and politician who served as Lord Lieutenant of Roxburghshire, representing an important...

• Sept. 5 Thomas Hansen

  Norwegian singer-songwriter and guitarist (b. 1976).

• Sept. 6 Luciano Pavarotti

  World-renowned Italian operatic tenor, considered one of the most commercially successful and critically acclaimed classical singers of the...

• Sept. 6 Madeleine L'Engle

  Renowned American author known for her influential children's literature, particularly the 'Time Quintet' series.

• Sept. 8 Vincent Serventy

  Prominent Australian naturalist who made significant contributions to ornithology and conservation, authoring numerous books about wildlife...

• Sept. 9 Hughie Thomasson

  Rock musician who was a guitarist and songwriter for bands Outlaws and Lynyrd Skynyrd.

• Sept. 10 Jane Wyman

  Jane Wyman was a prominent Hollywood actress who won an Academy Award and was notably the first wife of President Ronald Reagan.

• Sept. 10 Anita Roddick

  Pioneering entrepreneur who founded The Body Shop, revolutionizing the cosmetics industry with her commitment to ethical and environmentally...

• Sept. 10 Ted Stepien

  Former owner of a basketball team (born 1925).

• Sept. 11 Joe Zawinul

  Renowned Austrian-American jazz keyboardist and composer, co-founder of the influential jazz fusion band Weather Report, known for his...

• Sept. 11 Jean Séguy

  Prominent French sociologist and author who made significant contributions to academic research in the mid-20th century.

• Sept. 12 Bobby Byrd

  American singer-songwriter and producer, best known as a member of The Famous Flames.

• Sept. 13 Laurel Burch

  Renowned American artist famous for her vibrant and whimsical animal designs that revolutionized decorative art and commercial product...

• Sept. 13 Whakahuihui Vercoe

  New zealand archbishop (b. 1928).

• Sept. 14 Jacques Martin

  Prominent French television host and producer who was influential in French media during the late 20th century.

• Sept. 14 Robert Savoie

  Renowned Canadian operatic baritone who made significant contributions to classical music during the mid-20th century.

• Sept. 15 Colin McRae

  Colin McRae was a legendary Scottish rally driver renowned for his aggressive and spectacular driving style, who became a global icon in...

• Sept. 15 Jeremy Moore

  English general (b. 1928).

• Sept. 16 Robert Jordan

  Robert Jordan was an acclaimed American fantasy novelist best known for creating the epic 'Wheel of Time' book series.

• Sept. 18 Pepsi Tate

  Welsh bass player and producer (b. 1965).

• Sept. 21 Alice Ghostley

  Alice Ghostley was an American actress and singer best known for her roles in television sitcoms such as 'Bewitched' and 'Designing Women,' as well as her work on Broadway. [bio]

• Sept. 22 Marcel Marceau

  Marcel Marceau was a legendary French mime artist, best known for his stage persona 'Bip the Clown.' He revived the art of mime in the 20th century and performed globally, widely considered the world's greatest mime. [bio]

• Sept. 25 Haidar Abdel-Shafi

  Haidar Abdel-Shafi was a prominent Palestinian physician and political leader who played a significant role in Palestinian national politics...

• Sept. 27 Kenji Nagai

  Japanese photographer and journalist (b. 1957).

• Sept. 28 René Desmaison

  Legendary French mountaineer who conquered over 1,000 mountains, including 114 previously unclimbed peaks in the Andes, Alps, and Himalayas.

• Sept. 29 Lois Maxwell

  Lois Maxwell was a Canadian actress best known for her role as Miss Moneypenny in the James Bond film series, appearing in 14 Bond films from 1962 to 1985. [bio]