Famous people and celebrities who died in August 2009

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in August 2009. 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

• Aug. 1 Corazon Aquino

  Corazon Aquino was a pivotal political figure in the Philippines who became president after the fall of Ferdinand Marcos, leading the...

• Aug. 3 Nikolaos Makarezos

  Greek soldier and politician, deputy prime minister of greece (b. 1919).

• Aug. 4 Blake Snyder

  American screenwriter and producer (b. 1957).

• Aug. 5 Budd Schulberg

  Renowned American screenwriter and novelist, best known for his Oscar-winning screenplay 'On the Waterfront'.

• Aug. 6 John Hughes

  John Hughes was an influential American filmmaker best known for his work in the teen comedy and coming-of-age genres during the 1980s. His movies, such as 'The Breakfast Club', 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off', and 'Sixteen Candles', became iconic for their relatable portrayal of adolescent life and enduring cultural impact. [bio]

• Aug. 6 Willy DeVille

  Renowned American rock musician, singer-songwriter, and guitarist known for his unique blend of rock, blues, and Latin music with the band...

• Aug. 6 Riccardo Cassin

  Riccardo Cassin was a legendary Italian mountaineer and author who made significant contributions to alpine climbing and exploration.

• Aug. 7 Mike Seeger

  Mike Seeger was a renowned American folk musician, instrumental in preserving and promoting traditional American folk music during the folk...

• Aug. 7 Louis E. Saavedra

  American educator and politician, 48th mayor of albuquerque (b. 1933).

• Aug. 8 Daniel Jarque

  Spanish footballer (born 1983).

• Aug. 11 Eunice Kennedy Shriver

  Eunice Kennedy Shriver founded the Special Olympics, a global sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

• Aug. 11 Eunice Shriver

  Rose kennedy, a social activist from america and a well-known family member, is rose kennedy's daughter.

• Aug. 12 Les Paul

  Les Paul was a pioneering American jazz guitarist and inventor who revolutionized modern music through his groundbreaking electric guitar...

• Aug. 13 Lavelle Felton

  American basketball player (b. 1980).

• Aug. 18 Robert Novak

  Robert Novak was a prominent American journalist, columnist, and political commentator, known for his work as a conservative syndicated columnist and as co-host of CNN's "Crossfire." He had a lengthy career in Washington, reporting and analyzing U.S. politics for nearly five decades. [bio]

• Aug. 18 Kim Dae-jung

  South Korean politician who served as the 8th President of South Korea from 1998 to 2003, and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his...

• Aug. 18 Fernanda Pivano
• Aug. 19 Don Hewitt

  Don Hewitt was a pioneering American television producer best known for creating the groundbreaking news magazine '60 Minutes', which...

• Aug. 22 Elmer Kelton

  Acclaimed American journalist and writer, best known for his authentic and critically acclaimed Western novels that captured the spirit of...

• Aug. 25 Ted Kennedy

  Prominent American politician from the famous Kennedy family, who served as a long-term U.S.

• Aug. 26 Dominick Dunne

  Dominick Dunne was an American writer, investigative journalist, and television producer best known for his coverage of high-profile trials and his novels centered on the rich and powerful. He became particularly prominent for his work as a special correspondent for Vanity Fair magazine. [bio]

• Aug. 27 Sergey Mikhalkov

  Prominent Russian playwright, author, and lyricist who wrote the lyrics to the Soviet and Russian national anthems.

• Aug. 28 Adam Goldstein

  American musician and producer who was a member of the bands Crazy Town and Trv$djam, tragically passing away in 2009.

• Aug. 28 Richard Egan

  Us ambassador, owner of dell emc, engineer (b. 1963).