Famous people and celebrities who died in November 2016

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in November 2016. 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

• Nov. 3 Kay Starr

  Popular American jazz and pop singer known for hits like 'Wheel of Fortune' and 'Rock and Roll Waltz'.

• Nov. 4 Mansour Pourheidari

  Iranian football player and coach (b. 1946).

• Nov. 7 Leonard Cohen

  Iconic Canadian singer-songwriter, poet, and novelist who became a Buddhist monk, known for his profound lyrical poetry and spiritual...

• Nov. 7 Janet Reno

  Janet Reno was a pioneering American attorney who became the first woman Attorney General of the United States, serving from 1993 to 2001.

• Nov. 7 Jimmy Young

  British singer and radio personality (b. 1921).

• Nov. 9 Greg Ballard

  American basketball player and coach (b. 1955).

• Nov. 11 Robert Vaughn

  Robert Vaughn was an American actor best known for his role as Napoleon Solo in the 1960s television series 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E.' and for his work in numerous films and television shows throughout his career. [bio]

• Nov. 12 Mahmoud Abdel Aziz

  Egyptian actor (b. 1946).

• Nov. 12 Lupita Tovar

  Mexican-American actress who had a notable career in both Mexican and Hollywood cinema during the early to mid-20th century.

• Nov. 13 Leon Russel

  Leon Russell was a legendary American musician, pianist, and songwriter who significantly influenced rock, blues, and country music.

• Nov. 14 Gwen Ifill

  Gwen Ifill was a pioneering African American journalist who significantly influenced political reporting, serving as moderator of PBS...

• Nov. 15 Mose Allison

  Legendary jazz pianist and singer who uniquely blended blues, jazz, and sardonic humor, influencing generations of musicians with his...

• Nov. 16 Melvin Laird

  American politician and writer (b. 1922).

• Nov. 16 Daniel Prodan

  Romanian football player (b. 1972).

• Nov. 18 Sharon Jones

  Sharon Jones was a renowned American soul and funk singer known for her powerful voice and dynamic performances.

• Nov. 18 Denton Cooley

  American surgeon and scientist (b. 1920).

• Nov. 20 Konstantinos Stephanopoulos

  Konstantinos Stephanopoulos was a prominent Greek conservative politician who served as President of Greece from 1995 to 2005, known for his...

• Nov. 20 William Trevor

  Acclaimed Irish novelist and short story writer known for his nuanced and profound explorations of human relationships and social dynamics.

• Nov. 20 Gene Guarilia

  American basketball player (b. 1937).

• Nov. 21 Hassan Sadpara

  Pakistani mountaineer and adventurer (b. 1963).

• Nov. 23 Andrew Sachs

  Andrew Sachs was a German-born British actor and writer best known for his role as Manuel, the hapless Spanish waiter in the acclaimed BBC sitcom Fawlty Towers. [bio]

• Nov. 23 Rita Barberá Nolla

  Spanish politician (b. 1948).

• Nov. 24 Florence Henderson

  Florence Henderson was an American actress and singer, best known for her role as Carol Brady on the classic television sitcom 'The Brady Bunch.' Her career spanned over six decades, making her a beloved figure in American television history. [bio]

• Nov. 24 Pauline Oliveros

  Pioneering American composer, accordionist, and electronic music innovator who significantly influenced experimental and avant-garde music...

• Nov. 25 Ron Glass

  Ron Glass was an American actor best known for his roles in the television series 'Barney Miller' and 'Firefly.' [bio]

• Nov. 25 Fidel Castro

  Cuban revolutionary leader who overthrew the Batista regime and led Cuba as a communist state for nearly five decades.

• Nov. 26 Fritz Weaver

  Fritz Weaver was an American actor known for his extensive work in film, television, and theater. He was particularly recognized for his performances on Broadway and in science fiction and horror television series, as well as his Emmy and Tony-award nominated roles. [bio]

• Nov. 28 David Lee

  David Lee was a renowned Nobel Prize-winning physicist who made groundbreaking discoveries in superfluidity, significantly advancing our...

• Nov. 29 Luis Alberto Monge

  Costa rican politician, 39th president of costa rica (b. 1925).