Famous people and celebrities who died in June 2009

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in June 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

• June 1 Vincent O'Brien

  Legendary Irish horse trainer renowned for training numerous champion racehorses and considered one of the most successful trainers in horse...

• June 2 David Eddings

  Renowned fantasy novelist best known for epic fantasy series like The Belgariad and The Malloreon, who significantly influenced the fantasy...

• June 3 David Carradine

  David Carradine was an American actor and martial artist best known for his leading role as Kwai Chang Caine in the 1970s television series 'Kung Fu' and as the titular character in Quentin Tarantino's 'Kill Bill' films. [bio]

• June 3 Koko Taylor

  Renowned blues singer known as the 'Queen of the Blues', famous for her powerful voice and influential blues performances throughout her...

• June 3 Sam Butera

  Sam Butera was a renowned American saxophonist and bandleader, known for his work with Louis Prima and his energetic musical style.

• June 5 Boris Pokrovsky

  Renowned Russian operatic stage director who significantly influenced opera production and staging during the 20th century, with a career...

• June 5 Jeff Hanson

  American singer-songwriter and guitarist (b. 1978).

• June 6 Jean Dausset

  Renowned French immunologist and Nobel Prize winner who made groundbreaking contributions to understanding human immune system and organ...

• June 7 Kenny Rankin

  Kenny Rankin was an accomplished American singer-songwriter known for his smooth vocal style and jazz-influenced pop music.

• June 8 Omar Bongo

  Long-serving president of Gabon who ruled the country from 1967 to 2009, playing a significant role in African politics during the...

• June 9 Dick May

  Former nascar racecar driver (born 1930).

• June 10 Stelios Skevofilakas

  Greek footballer (born 1940).

• June 13 Fathi Yakan

  Lebanese scholar and politician (b. 1933).

• June 14 Bob Bogle

  American musician (b. 1934).

• June 17 Ralf Dahrendorf

  Prominent German-British sociologist, politician, and academic who made significant contributions to social theory and political sociology.

• June 17 Darrell Powers

  American world war ii figure (born in 1923).

• June 23 Ed McMahon

  Legendary television personality best known as Johnny Carson's sidekick on 'The Tonight Show' for 30 years.

• June 23 Raymond Berthiaume

  Canadian singer-songwriter and producer (b. 1931).

• June 24 Romeo LeBlanc

  Romeo LeBlanc was the 25th Governor General of Canada, serving from 1990 to 1995, and was a prominent Canadian politician and diplomat.

• June 25 Michael Jackson

  Michael Jackson was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer, dubbed the 'King of Pop.' He gained fame as a child as part of the Jackson 5 before achieving global superstardom with a solo career marked by groundbreaking music, record-shattering albums like 'Thriller,' and iconic performances. Renowned for his innovative contributions to music, fashion, and dance, Jackson remains one of the … [bio]

• June 25 Farrah Fawcett

  Iconic American actress and model who rose to international fame through the television series Charlie's Angels, becoming a major pop...

• June 25 Blanket Jackson

  Third child of Michael Jackson, born via surrogate and later renamed Bigi Jackson.

• June 27 Gale Storm

  Gale Storm was an American actress and singer best known for her starring roles in the 1950s television series 'My Little Margie' and 'The Gale Storm Show: Oh! Susanna.' She also enjoyed success as a recording artist with several hit songs during the same decade. [bio]

• June 28 Billy Mays

  Famous American television pitchman known for his energetic and loud infomercials, who tragically passed away in 2009.

• June 28 A. K. Lohithadas

  Indian director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1955).

• June 30 Harve Presnell

  Harve Presnell was an American actor and singer best known for his work in musical theatre and film. He gained recognition for his roles in Broadway productions such as 'The Unsinkable Molly Brown' and for memorable performances in films like 'Fargo' and 'Saving Private Ryan.' [bio]

• June 30 Pina Bausch

  Legendary German choreographer who transformed contemporary dance through her innovative work at the Wuppertal Dance Theatre.