Famous people and celebrities who died in July 2021

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in July 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

• July 1 Louis Andriessen

  Renowned Dutch composer and pianist who was a significant figure in contemporary classical music, known for innovative and experimental...

• July 2 Paolo Beldì
• July 4 Harmoko

  Indonesian politician, former parliament speaker and government minister (b. 1939).

• July 5 Raffaella Carrà

  Raffaella Carrà was an influential Italian singer, actress, dancer, and television presenter celebrated for her dynamic performances and trailblazing presence in European entertainment, particularly in Italy and Spain. She became an icon of Italian pop culture and a symbol of emancipation and modernity through her decades-long career in music and television. [bio]

• July 5 Richard Donner

  Prominent American film director known for directing blockbuster movies like 'Superman', 'The Goonies', and 'Lethal Weapon'.

• July 5 Vladimir Men'šov
• July 6 Angelo Del Boca
• July 7 Dilip Kumar

  Legendary Bollywood actor known as the 'Tragedy King' who significantly influenced Indian cinema during its golden era and won numerous...

• July 7 Jovenel Moïse

  Haitian entrepreneur and politician, president of haiti (b. 1968).

• July 9 Paul Mariner
• July 11 Renée Simonot

  French actress (b. 1911).

• July 14 Christian Boltanski
• July 15 Peter R. de Vries

  Peter R. de Vries was a renowned Dutch investigative journalist and crime reporter who was tragically assassinated in 2021 after years of...

• July 15 Jerry Lewis
• July 16 Biz Markie

  American rapper (b. 1964).

• July 16 Danish Siddiqui
• July 23 Steven Weinberg
• July 24 Jackie Mason
• July 26 Joey Jordison

  Joey Jordison was a legendary drummer and founding member of the iconic heavy metal band Slipknot, known for his extraordinary technical...

• July 26 Albert Bandura
• July 28 Dusty Hill

  American musician (b. 1949).

• July 28 Roberto Calasso
• July 29 Carl Levin
• July 30 Shona Ferguson

  Botswana-born, south african actor and executive producer (b. 1974).