Famous people and celebrities who died in February 2008

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in February 2008. 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

• Feb. 1 Beto Carrero

  Brazilian actor and businessman (b. 1937).

• Feb. 2 Barry Morse

  Barry Morse was a British-Canadian actor best known for his roles on television, stage, and in film. He gained widespread fame for his portrayal of Lt. Philip Gerard in the television series "The Fugitive" (1963–1967) and as Professor Victor Bergman in the science fiction series "Space: 1999" (1975–1976). [bio]

• Feb. 2 Joshua Lederberg

  Joshua Lederberg was a renowned American microbiologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine in 1958 for groundbreaking...

• Feb. 2 Katoucha Niane

  Prominent Guinean model and author known for her advocacy against female genital mutilation and her literary works exploring African women's...

• Feb. 5 Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

  Renowned Indian spiritual leader who popularized Transcendental Meditation globally, influencing numerous celebrities and introducing...

• Feb. 6 Tony Rolt

  British race car driver and engineer who competed in motorsports during the mid-20th century, contributing to automotive engineering and...

• Feb. 9 Jazeh Tabatabai

  Iranian avant-garde poet, sculptor and painter.

• Feb. 9 Christopher Hyatt

  American occultist and author (b. 1943).

• Feb. 9 Baba Amte
• Feb. 10 Roy Scheider

  Roy Scheider was an American actor and amateur boxer, best known for his roles in classic films such as 'Jaws' (1975), 'The French Connection' (1971), and 'All That Jazz' (1979). Recognized for his intense performances and commanding screen presence, he became one of Hollywood's most respected character actors. [bio]

• Feb. 11 Frank Piasecki

  Frank Piasecki was a pioneering American helicopter designer and aviation engineer who made significant contributions to vertical flight...

• Feb. 11 Tom Lantos

  Hungarian-American politician who served as a Democratic Representative from California, known for his human rights advocacy and Holocaust...

• Feb. 12 David Groh

  American actor (b. 1939).

• Feb. 13 Kon Ichikawa

  Japanese director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1915).

• Feb. 13 Henri Salvador
• Feb. 15 Johnny Weaver

  American wrestler and sportscaster (b. 1935).

• Feb. 18 Alain Robbe-Grillet

  French novelist, filmmaker, and literary theorist who pioneered the Nouveau Roman movement, challenging traditional narrative structures and...

• Feb. 19 Lydia Shum

  Lydia Shum was a beloved Hong Kong actress, singer, and television host, widely recognized for her comedic talent and bubbly persona. Known as 'Fei-fei' (meaning 'Fatty'), she became an icon in Hong Kong entertainment, starring in numerous variety shows and films over four decades. [bio]

• Feb. 19 Yegor Letov

  Russian singer and song writer (born 1964).

• Feb. 20 Emily Perry

  English actress and dancer (b. 1907).

• Feb. 21 Ben Chapman

  American actor (b. 1928).

• Feb. 23 Paul Frère

  Paul Frère was a renowned Belgian motorsport journalist and racing driver who competed in Formula One and won the prestigious 24 Hours of Le...

• Feb. 23 Janez Drnovšek

  Janez Drnovšek was a prominent Slovenian politician who served as the second President of Slovenia, playing a crucial role in the country's...

• Feb. 25 Hans Raj Khanna

  Indian judge and advocate; upholder of civil liberties (b. 1912).

• Feb. 27 Ivan Rebroff

  Ivan Rebroff was a renowned German singer famous for his exceptional vocal range and performances of Russian folk songs.

• Feb. 27 William F Buckley

  William F. Buckley was a prominent American conservative intellectual who significantly shaped modern conservative political thought through...

• Feb. 27 Boyd Coddington
• Feb. 29 Akira Yamada

  Japanese scholar and philosopher (b. 1922).

• Feb. 29 Janet Kagan

  American author (born 1946).