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

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

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

• 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...

• Feb. 4 Kostas Axelos
• 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...

• Feb. 5 Brendan Burke

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

• Feb. 7 Franco Ballerini

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

• Feb. 8 John Murtha

  Democratic U.S.

• Feb. 9 Walter Frederick Morrison

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

• Feb. 9 Phil Harris

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

• 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...

• Feb. 10 Charles Wilson

  American lieutenant and politician (b. 1933).

• Feb. 11 Alexander McQueen

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

• Feb. 11 Heward Grafftey

  Canadian businessman and politician (b. 1928).

• 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...

• 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...

• Feb. 13 John Reed

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

• Feb. 13 Dale Hawkins

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

• Feb. 14 Dick Francis

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

• Feb. 14 Linnart Mäll

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

• Feb. 15 Jeanne M. Holm

  American general (b. 1921).

• 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]

• 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]

• Feb. 24 Dawn Brancheau

  Senior animal trainer at seaworld (b. 1969).

• Feb. 25 Ihsan Dogramaci

  Turkish pediatrician and academic (b. 1915).

• Feb. 26 Nujabes

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

• Feb. 27 Nanaji Deshmukh

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