Famous people and celebrities who died in April 2014
This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in April 2014. 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
![Jacques Le Goff]()
April 1 Jacques Le GoffRenowned French medieval historian who made significant contributions to understanding social and cultural history of the Middle Ages.
![Régine Deforges]()
April 3 Régine DeforgesProminent French novelist and publisher known for her controversial erotic literature and challenging censorship.
![Wayne Henderson]()
April 4 Wayne HendersonWayne Henderson was a renowned American jazz trombonist, best known as a member of the influential jazz group The Crusaders.
![Peter Matthiessen]()
April 5 Peter MatthiessenPeter Matthiessen was a distinguished American novelist, naturalist, and co-founder of The Paris Review, renowned for his literary...
![Mickey Rooney]()
April 6 Mickey RooneyMickey Rooney was a legendary Hollywood actor with a career spanning over nine decades, known for his versatility in film, television, and...
![Josep Maria Subirachs]()
April 7 Josep Maria SubirachsRenowned Spanish sculptor and painter known for his distinctive modernist artistic style, particularly famous for his work on the Sagrada...
![Peaches Geldof]()
April 7 Peaches GeldofMedia personality and daughter of Bob Geldof who tragically passed away in 2014, known for her work in journalism, television, and fashion.
![John Shirley-Quirk]()
April 7 John Shirley-QuirkRenowned English baritone and vocal educator who made significant contributions to classical music and opera performance.
![V. K. Murthy]()
April 7 V. K. MurthyV.
![Dominique Baudis]()
April 10 Dominique BaudisProminent French politician who served as mayor of Toulouse and had a distinguished career in journalism as a foreign correspondent and news...
![Sue Townsend]()
April 10 Sue TownsendRenowned British author famous for her Adrian Mole book series, which humorously chronicles the life of a teenage boy.
![Phyllis Frelich]()
April 10 Phyllis FrelichPhyllis Frelich was a groundbreaking deaf actress who made history by becoming the first deaf performer to win a Tony Award for her powerful...
![Jesse Winchester]()
April 11 Jesse WinchesterJesse Winchester was a renowned American folk and country singer-songwriter known for his poetic lyrics and gentle musical style.
![Lou Hudson]()
April 11 Lou HudsonLou Hudson was a prominent NBA player for the Atlanta Hawks, known for his exceptional scoring ability and smooth playing style during the...
![Shirley Williams]()
April 12 Shirley WilliamsProminent British politician and academic who served as Secretary of State for Education and was a key figure in the Social Democratic Party...
![Wally Olins]()
April 14 Wally OlinsRenowned British branding expert and author who significantly influenced corporate identity and brand strategy globally.
![John Houbolt]()
April 15 John HouboltJohn Houbolt was a NASA engineer crucial to the Apollo moon landing program, who championed the lunar orbit rendezvous (LOR) method that...
![Cheo Feliciano]()
April 17 Cheo FelicianoLegendary Puerto Rican salsa singer who significantly influenced Latin music, known for his powerful voice and iconic hits like 'Anacaona'.
![Gabriel García Márquez]()
April 17 Gabriel García MárquezColombian journalist and author, nobel prize laureate (d. 2014).
![Win Tin]()
April 21 Win TinProminent Burmese journalist and politician who co-founded the National League for Democracy, a key opposition party in Myanmar's struggle...
![Herb Gray]()
April 21 Herb GrayCanadian politician who served as Deputy Prime Minister and was the longest-serving Member of Parliament in Canadian history.
![Mark Shand]()
April 23 Mark ShandMark Shand was an English conservationist, author, and wildlife advocate who dedicated his life to elephant conservation.
![Hans Hollein]()
April 24 Hans HolleinProminent Austrian architect known for innovative postmodern design, particularly the controversial Haas House in Vienna.
![Tadeusz Różewicz]()
April 24 Tadeusz RóżewiczRenowned Polish playwright and poet who was a significant figure in post-World War II literature, known for his innovative and existential...
![Tito Vilanova]()
April 25 Tito VilanovaTito Vilanova was a renowned Spanish football manager who played a crucial role in FC Barcelona's most successful period, known for his...
![Jack Ramsay]()
April 28 Jack RamsayJack Ramsay was a legendary NBA coach who led the Portland Trail Blazers to their first and only NBA championship in 1977, transforming the...
![Edgar Laprade]()
April 28 Edgar LapradeCanadian professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) during the mid-20th century, known for his...
![Bob Hoskins]()
April 29 Bob HoskinsBob Hoskins was an acclaimed English actor known for his distinctive voice and versatility in both dramatic and comedic roles. He gained international recognition for his performances in films such as 'The Long Good Friday,' 'Mona Lisa,' and 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit.' [bio]
![Al Feldstein]()
April 29 Al FeldsteinRenowned American comic book artist and editor, best known for his influential work at MAD Magazine during the 1950s and 1960s,...
