Famous people and celebrities who died in April 2021

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in April 2021. 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

• April 2 Simon Bainbridge

  Renowned English composer and music educator who made significant contributions to contemporary classical music.

• April 4 Robert A. Mundell

  Prize laureate for his analysis of monetary and fiscal policy under different exchange rate regimes and his analysis of optimum currency...

• April 5 Paul Ritter

  English actor (b. 1966).

• April 6 Hans Küng

  Prominent Swiss theologian and Catholic priest who challenged traditional church doctrine, known for controversial works questioning...

• April 9 Philip Mountbatten

  Prince consort of the United Kingdom, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, who served in the Royal Navy and was known for his royal duties and...

• April 9 DMX

  Influential American rapper and actor known for his raw, intense musical style and film roles.

• April 9 Ramsey Clark

  Prominent American lawyer and former United States Attorney General, known for his civil rights advocacy and progressive legal work.

• April 9 Ian Gibson

  British scientist and labour party politician (b. 1938).

• April 9 Filippo di Edimburgo
• April 12 Joseph Siravo

  American actor and producer (b. 1955).

• April 14 Bernard Madoff

  Infamous American financier who orchestrated the largest Ponzi scheme in history, defrauding investors of billions of dollars and ultimately...

• April 16 Helen McCrory

  Helen McCrory was a highly acclaimed British actress known for her work in film, television, and theatre. Over her career, she garnered praise for her versatility and commanding screen presence, particularly in period dramas and complex, layered roles. [bio]

• April 16 Andrew Peacock

  Australian politician (b. 1939).

• April 16 Liam Scarlett

  British choreographer (b. 1986).

• April 19 Walter Mondale

  Walter Mondale was a prominent American politician who served as Vice President under Jimmy Carter, US Senator, and Ambassador to Japan,...

• April 19 Jim Steinman

  Jim Steinman was a legendary American composer and lyricist known for his epic rock compositions and collaborations with major artists like...

• April 20 Les McKeown

  Scottish rock singer and lead vocalist of the Bay City Rollers, a popular pop rock band of the 1970s known for hits like 'Saturday Night'.

• April 20 Idriss Déby

  Chadian politician and military officer (b. 1952).

• April 22 Adrian Garrett

  American professional baseball player (b. 1943).

• April 23 Dan Kaminsky

  American internet security researcher (b. 1979).

• April 27 Manoj Das

  Indian writer (b. 1934).

• April 28 Michael Collins

  Michael Collins was an American astronaut, test pilot, and Major General in the U.S. Air Force Reserve. He is best known for piloting the Apollo 11 command module, Columbia, during the first manned lunar landing in July 1969. While his crewmates Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked on the Moon, Collins remained in lunar orbit, ensuring the mission's safety and … [bio]

• April 28 El Risitas

  Spanish comedian (b. 1956).

• April 29 Cate Haste

  English author (b. 1945).

• April 30 Anthony Payne

  English composer and musicologist best known for his completion of Edward Elgar's unfinished Third Symphony, making significant...

• April 30 Eli Broad