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Famous people and celebrities who died in February 2010

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in February 2010. 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

  • David Brown
    Feb. 1 David Brown
  • Eustace Mullins
    Feb. 2 Eustace Mullins

    American author known for controversial research on banking and political history, with significant alternative perspectives.

  • Dick McGuire
    Feb. 3 Dick McGuire

    Dick McGuire was a prominent NBA player and coach who played for the New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons, becoming a Hall of Fame basketball...

  • Kostas Axelos
    Feb. 4 Kostas Axelos
  • Harry Schwarz
    Feb. 5 Harry Schwarz

    South African lawyer, anti-apartheid activist, and diplomat who served as the 13th South African ambassador to the United States, playing a...

  • Brendan Burke
    Feb. 5 Brendan Burke

    Gay rights activist, son toronto maple leafs general manager brian burke (born 1988).

  • Franco Ballerini
    Feb. 7 Franco Ballerini

    Italian cycler, coach for the italy team of bicycling (born 1964).

  • John Murtha
    Feb. 8 John Murtha

    Democratic U.S.

  • Walter Frederick Morrison
    Feb. 9 Walter Frederick Morrison

    American inventor and businessman who created the Frisbee, revolutionizing recreational play and outdoor sports worldwide.

  • Phil Harris
    Feb. 9 Phil Harris

    Famous fisherman from Discovery Channel's Deadliest Catch, known for his adventurous and challenging work in Alaskan fishing.

  • Fred Schaus
    Feb. 10 Fred Schaus

    American basketball player and coach who played professionally in the late 1940s and later became a notable college basketball coach at West...

  • Charles Wilson
    Feb. 10 Charles Wilson

    American lieutenant and politician (b. 1933).

  • Alexander McQueen
    Feb. 11 Alexander McQueen

    Legendary British fashion designer who revolutionized haute couture with his avant-garde and provocative designs, tragically dying by...

  • Heward Grafftey
    Feb. 11 Heward Grafftey

    Canadian businessman and politician (b. 1928).

  • Nodar Kumaritashvili
    Feb. 12 Nodar Kumaritashvili

    Georgian luger who tragically died during a training run at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, leading to significant safety discussions...

  • Lucille Clifton
    Feb. 13 Lucille Clifton

    Lucille Clifton was a renowned African American poet who won multiple awards, including the National Book Award, and was known for her...

  • John Reed
    Feb. 13 John Reed

    Prominent American banking executive who served as CEO of Citicorp, known for his diverse educational background and transformative...

  • Dale Hawkins
    Feb. 13 Dale Hawkins

    Rock and rockabilly musician known for his influential song 'Suzie Q', which was later covered by many artists including Creedence...

  • Dick Francis
    Feb. 14 Dick Francis

    Acclaimed British crime novelist known for his horse racing-themed mystery novels.

  • Linnart Mäll
    Feb. 14 Linnart Mäll

    Estonian historian, orientalist, and translator (b. 1938).

  • Jeanne M. Holm
    Feb. 15 Jeanne M. Holm

    American general (b. 1921).

  • Kathryn Grayson
    Feb. 17 Kathryn Grayson

    Kathryn Grayson was an American actress and coloratura soprano, best known for her starring roles in movie musicals during the 1940s and 1950s, particularly with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM). [bio]

  • Alexander Haig
    Feb. 20 Alexander Haig

    Alexander Haig was a United States Army general and statesman, best known for serving as U.S. Secretary of State under President Ronald Reagan and as White House Chief of Staff under Presidents Nixon and Ford. [bio]

  • Dawn Brancheau
    Feb. 24 Dawn Brancheau

    Senior animal trainer at seaworld (b. 1969).

  • Ihsan Dogramaci
    Feb. 25 Ihsan Dogramaci

    Turkish pediatrician and academic (b. 1915).

  • Nujabes
    Feb. 26 Nujabes

    Influential Japanese hip hop producer and composer who significantly impacted lo-fi and instrumental hip hop music before his untimely death...

  • Nanaji Deshmukh
    Feb. 27 Nanaji Deshmukh

    Prominent Indian social activist, educator, and politician who played a significant role in rural development and social reforms in India...