Famous people and celebrities who died in November 2020
This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in November 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
Nov. 2 Gigi Proietti
Nov. 4 Ken HensleyInfluential English rock musician, songwriter, and founding member of the progressive rock band Uriah Heep, known for his keyboard and...
Nov. 5 Geoffrey PalmerGeoffrey Palmer was an English actor best known for his extensive work in television and film, particularly for his roles in British sitcoms such as 'Butterflies', 'As Time Goes By', and 'The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin.' Over his long career, Palmer became renowned for his dry wit and deadpan delivery. [bio]
Nov. 6 King Von
Nov. 7 Jonathan SacksRenowned British rabbi, philosopher, and scholar who served as Chief Rabbi of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth from 1991 to 2013.
Nov. 8 Alex TrebekAlex Trebek was a Canadian-American television personality best known as the long-time host of the quiz show 'Jeopardy!'. [bio]
Nov. 10 Saeb ErekatProminent Palestinian politician and chief negotiator who played a significant role in Palestinian-Israeli peace negotiations until his...
Nov. 10 Tom Heinsohn
Nov. 12 Masatoshi Koshiba
Nov. 13 Peter SutcliffePeter Sutcliffe, known as the Yorkshire Ripper, was a notorious serial killer who murdered multiple women in Northern England during the...
Nov. 14 Peter FlorjancicSlovene inventor and olympic athlete (b. 1919).
Nov. 14 Des O'Connor
Nov. 15 Ray Clemence
Nov. 16 Sheila NelsonEnglish string teacher (b. 1936).
Nov. 18 Juan Domingo Roldán
Nov. 20 Jan MorrisA distinguished British journalist, travel writer, and historian who made significant contributions to literature and transgender awareness.
Nov. 21 Beppe Modenese
Nov. 23 David Dinkins
Nov. 24 Christophe Dominici
Nov. 25 Diego MaradonaLegendary Argentine soccer player widely considered one of the greatest footballers of all time, famous for his 'Hand of God' goal and...
Nov. 25 Diego Armando Maradona
Nov. 26 Daria Nicolodi
Nov. 27 Tony HsiehInnovative entrepreneur who transformed online retail through Zappos, revolutionizing e-commerce customer service and corporate culture.
Nov. 27 Mohsen FakhrizadehIranian nuclear scientist (b. 1958).
Nov. 28 David ProwseDavid Prowse was an English bodybuilder, weightlifter, and actor, best known for physically portraying Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy. Although his face never appeared on screen as Vader (the character was voiced by James Earl Jones), Prowse's imposing stature was instrumental in bringing the iconic villain to life. [bio]
Nov. 28 Vítor Oliveira
Nov. 29 Papa Bouba DiopSenegalese footballer known for his powerful playing style, who passed away in 2020 and was remembered for his significant contributions to...
Nov. 30 Irina AntonovaRussian art historian (b. 1922).


