Famous people and celebrities who died in April 2012

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in April 2012. 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

• April 1 Miguel de la Madrid

  Miguel de la Madrid was a prominent Mexican politician who served as the 52nd President of Mexico from 1982 to 1988, leading the country...

• April 1 Giorgio Chinaglia

  Legendary Italian soccer player who played for Lazio and New York Cosmos.

• April 2 Elizabeth Catlett

  Elizabeth Catlett was a pioneering African-American artist and sculptor who significantly influenced 20th-century art through her powerful...

• April 3 Richard Descoings

  Prominent French academic administrator who led Sciences Po, a prestigious French higher education institution known for training political...

• April 4 Claude Miller

  Renowned French film director, screenwriter, and producer known for his significant contributions to French cinema.

• April 5 Jim Marshall

  Jim Marshall was a legendary English businessman who founded Marshall Amplification, a revolutionary company that transformed the sound of...

• April 6 Thomas Kinkade

  Thomas Kinkade was a renowned American painter famous for his idealized, sentimental landscapes and architectural scenes, often called the...

• April 7 Mike Wallace

  Iconic American journalist and media personality who passed away in 2012, best known for his groundbreaking work on '60 Minutes'.

• April 7 Bashir Ahmed Qureshi

  Pakistani politician (b. 1959).

• April 7 Satsue Mito

  Japanese zoologist and academic (b. 1914).

• April 8 Jack Tramiel

  Pioneering Polish-American entrepreneur who founded Commodore International, a pivotal company in the personal computer revolution of the...

• April 10 Raymond Aubrac

  Prominent French Resistance leader during World War II who later became a respected civil engineer, symbolizing courage and resilience...

• April 10 Luis Aponte Martínez

  Prominent Puerto Rican Catholic Cardinal who served as Archbishop of San Juan from 1964 to 1999, significantly influencing religious and...

• April 10 Akin Omoboriowo

  Nigerian lawyer and politician (b. 1932).

• April 11 Ahmed Ben Bella

  Prominent Algerian revolutionary leader who became the first president of independent Algeria after leading the National Liberation Front in...

• April 14 Jonathan Frid

  Jonathan Frid was a Canadian actor best known for portraying the vampire Barnabas Collins on the gothic television soap opera 'Dark Shadows' (1966–1971). His performance earned him cult status and established him as a notable figure in classic horror television. [bio]

• April 15 Murray Rose

  Murray Rose was an exceptional Australian Olympic swimmer who won three gold medals at ages 16 and 20, becoming the youngest triple gold...

• April 15 Paul Bogart

  Renowned American film and television director known for his work in theater and entertainment industry during the mid-20th century.

• April 15 Dwayne Schintzius

  American basketball player and coach who played in the NBA, known for his height and distinctive playing style.

• April 16 Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller

  Prominent Danish businessman and CEO of A.P.

• April 17 Jonathan V. Plaut

  American rabbi and author (b. 1942).

• April 18 Dick Clark

  Dick Clark was an American radio and television personality, television producer, and cultural icon. He was best known for hosting American Bandstand, a groundbreaking music performance and dance television program, and for his long-running role as host of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve. [bio]

• April 19 Levon Helm

  Levon Helm was an American musician and actor best known as the drummer and one of the vocalists for the rock group The Band. Renowned for his distinctive, soulful voice and innovative drumming, Helm played a key role in shaping the group's sound and influence on Americana and roots rock. [bio]

• April 20 Bert Weedon

  Influential English guitarist who popularized guitar playing in the UK and inspired many famous musicians like Eric Clapton and Paul...

• April 25 Louis le Brocquy

  Celebrated Irish visual artist known for his distinctive portraiture and significant contributions to contemporary Irish art.

• April 25 Gerry Bahen

  Australian footballer (b. 1929).

• April 26 Roland Moreno

  French inventor credited with creating smart card technology, a revolutionary innovation in electronic payment and identification systems.

• April 28 Patricia Medina

  Patricia Medina was an English actress who appeared in both British and American films throughout the 1940s, 1950s, and early 1960s. She was known for her roles in adventure, mystery, and period films. [bio]