Famous people and celebrities who died in September 2015

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in September 2015. 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

• Sept. 1 Dean Jones

  Beloved American actor and singer known for his memorable roles in Disney films, particularly in 'The Love Bug'.

• Sept. 3 Adrian Cadbury

  Prominent English businessman and rower who was a key figure in the Cadbury chocolate company and known for his contributions to corporate...

• Sept. 3 Zhang Zhen

  Zhang Zhen was a prominent Chinese military general and political figure who served during the mid-20th century, playing significant roles...

• Sept. 4 Jean Darling

  Jean Darling was an American actress and former child star, best known for her role in the 'Our Gang' silent film series in the 1920s. She later pursued a career as a singer and writer for stage and radio in the United States and Europe. [bio]

• Sept. 4 Rico Rodriguez

  Legendary Jamaican trombonist who significantly influenced ska and reggae music, known for his distinctive trombone style in bands like The...

• Sept. 4 Wilfred de Souza

  Indian surgeon and politician, 7th chief minister of goa (b. 1927).

• Sept. 6 Martin Milner

  Martin Milner was an American film, stage, radio, and television actor, best known for his roles in the television series "Route 66" and "Adam-12." His career spanned more than five decades, earning him recognition as a prominent figure in American television through the 1960s and 1970s. [bio]

• Sept. 7 Dickie Moore

  Dickie Moore was an American actor best known as a prominent child star in the 1930s and 1940s, particularly for his roles in the 'Our Gang' film series and various notable Hollywood features. [bio]

• Sept. 7 Candida Royalle

  Candida Royalle was a pioneering feminist filmmaker and producer in the adult film industry, known for challenging traditional pornographic...

• Sept. 8 Joaquín Andújar

  Prominent Dominican baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball for several teams, including the St. Louis Cardinals, and was known...

• Sept. 10 Adrian Frutiger

  Renowned Swiss typeface designer who revolutionized typography in the 20th century, creating iconic fonts used globally in print and digital...

• Sept. 12 Aronda Nyakairima

  Ugandan military general and prominent political figure who served in key government positions before his untimely death in 2015.

• Sept. 12 Claudia Card

  Prominent American philosopher known for her significant contributions to feminist ethics and moral philosophy, with extensive academic work...

• Sept. 13 Moses Malone

  Legendary NBA basketball player, considered one of the greatest centers in basketball history.

• Sept. 14 Fred DeLuca

  American entrepreneur who co-founded Subway, transforming the fast-food industry with his sandwich restaurant chain that became a global...

• Sept. 16 Guy Béart

  Renowned French singer, songwriter, and poet with a multicultural background, known for his significant contributions to French music and...

• Sept. 17 Milo Hamilton

  Legendary American sports broadcaster renowned for his exceptional baseball game commentary and Hall of Fame career in sports media.

• Sept. 17 David Willcocks

  Renowned English organist, composer, and conductor who significantly contributed to choral music in the 20th century.

• Sept. 19 Masajuro Shiokawa

  Japanese economist and politician, 63rd japanese minister of finance (b. 1921).

• Sept. 19 Jackie Collins

  English novelist (b. 1937).

• Sept. 20 Jagmohan Dalmiya

  Prominent Indian cricket administrator who played a significant role in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and was a key...

• Sept. 21 Richard Williamson

  American football player and coach who had a notable career in professional sports.

• Sept. 22 Yogi Berra

  Yogi Berra was a legendary New York Yankees catcher, widely considered one of the greatest players in baseball history.

• Sept. 23 Dayananda Saraswati

  Arya samaj, a vedic scholar and religious leader from hinduism, was founded by arya samaj (d. 1883).

• Sept. 24 Alan Moore

  Legendary graphic novelist and comic book writer who revolutionized the medium with groundbreaking works like Watchmen and V for Vendetta,...

• Sept. 25 John Galvin

  John Galvin was a distinguished United States Army general who served during the Cold War era, holding significant leadership positions in...

• Sept. 27 Pietro Ingrao

  Prominent Italian journalist and left-wing politician who was a significant figure in the Italian Communist Party.

• Sept. 27 Frank Tyson

  Frank Tyson was a renowned English fast bowler nicknamed 'Typhoon' who played for England in the 1950s.

• Sept. 27 Wilton Felder

  Jazz saxophonist and member of The Jazz Crusaders, known for his significant contributions to jazz music.

• Sept. 29 Phil Woods

  Phil Woods was a highly respected American jazz saxophonist, composer, and bandleader known for his virtuosic bebop and hard bop...