Famous people and celebrities who died in May 2020

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in May 2020. 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

• May 2 Arif Wazir

  Pakistani politician, leader of the pashtun tahafuz movement (b. 1982).

• May 4 Don Shula

  Legendary NFL coach who holds the record for most wins in league history, inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

• May 4 Greg Zanis

  American carpenter and activist (b. 1950).

• May 9 Little Richard

  Little Richard was an iconic American singer, songwriter, and pianist, often regarded as one of the founding fathers of rock and roll. With his electrifying performances, flamboyant persona, and genre-defining sound, he played a pivotal role in shaping the music scene of the 1950s and influenced countless artists across multiple generations. [bio]

• May 10 Betty Wright

  Grammy Award-winning American soul and R&B singer known for her powerful voice and influential music in the 1970s and 1980s.

• May 11 Jerry Stiller

  Jerry Stiller was an American comedian and actor, best known for his work in comedy teams, as well as his roles on television sitcoms such as 'Seinfeld' and 'The King of Queens.' He was widely recognized for his sharp comedic timing and distinctive voice. [bio]

• May 12 Aimee Stephens

  American funeral director and u.s.

• May 14 Ezio Bosso
• May 15 Fred Willard

  Fred Willard was an American comedic actor known for his improvisational style and prolific career in television and film, including memorable roles in Christopher Guest mockumentaries and TV sitcoms. [bio]

• May 17 Shad Gaspard

  Professional wrestler and actor who was tragically killed while heroically saving his son from drowning, remembered for his WWE career and...

• May 18 Ken Osmond

  American actor and police officer (b. 1943).

• May 20 Adolfo Nicolás
• May 21 Alan Merten

  Fifth president of george mason university (b. 1941).

• May 21 Oliver Williamson
• May 22 Mory Kanté

  Mory Kanté was a renowned Guinean musician who revolutionized African music globally, best known for his international hit 'Yé Ké Yé Ké'...

• May 22 Jerry Sloan

  Legendary NBA coach who spent most of his career with the Utah Jazz, known for his disciplined coaching style and long-standing commitment...

• May 22 Denise Cronenberg

  Canadian costume designer (b. 1938).

• May 22 Luigi Simoni
• May 23 Hana Kimura

  Japanese professional wrestler (b. 1997).

• May 25 George Floyd

  African American man whose murder by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin sparked global Black Lives Matter protests and significant...

• May 26 Stanley Ho
• May 27 Larry Kramer

  Prominent American playwright, author, and AIDS activist who was a crucial figure in the LGBTQ+ rights movement and co-founded ACT UP, an...

• May 28 Guy Bedos
• May 29 Maikanti Baru

  Nigerian engineer, former chief of state oil firm.

• May 30 Mady Mesplé

  Mady Mesplé was a renowned French opera soprano celebrated for her exceptional coloratura technique and memorable performances in classical...

• May 30 Michael Angelis

  British actor (b. 1944).

• May 31 Christo

  Renowned environmental artist famous for large-scale public art installations like 'The Gates' in New York's Central Park, who transformed...