Famous people and celebrities who died in May 2022

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in May 2022. 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 Joseph Raz
• May 6 George Pérez

  Legendary comic book artist and writer known for iconic work with Marvel and DC Comics, including defining runs on Wonder Woman and The New...

• May 8 Dennis Waterman

  Dennis Waterman was an English actor and singer, best known for his roles in popular television series such as 'The Sweeney', 'Minder', and 'New Tricks'. Renowned for playing 'tough guy' characters, he also sang the theme songs for many of the shows he starred in. [bio]

• May 8 Robert Gillmor

  British wildlife artist and illustrator (b. 1936).

• May 9 Rieko Kodama

  Japanese game developer (b. 1963).

• May 9 John Leo

  American a writer and journalist (b. 1935).

• May 10 Bob Lanier

  NBA Hall of Fame center who played for the Detroit Pistons and Milwaukee Bucks, known for his exceptional size and skill on the basketball...

• May 10 Leonid Kravchuk

  Leonid Kravchuk was a prominent Ukrainian politician who served as the first President of independent Ukraine from 1991 to 1994, playing a...

• May 13 Ben Roy Mottelson

  Prize laureate for the discovery of the connection between collective motion and particle motion in atomic nuclei and the development of the...

• May 13 Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan

  2nd president of the united arab emirates (b. 1948).

• May 15 Frank Curry

  Australian rugby league player and coach (b. 1950).

• May 15 Kay Mellor

  English actress (b. 1951).

• May 20 Susan Roces

  Susan Roces was a renowned Filipina actress, known as the 'Queen of Philippine Movies' for her extensive career and acclaimed roles in film and television. Her work spanned over seven decades, making her a beloved figure in the Philippine entertainment industry. [bio]

• May 20 Roger Angell

  Renowned New Yorker writer and baseball essayist who was widely considered one of the most eloquent and insightful sports journalists of the...

• May 22 Dervla Murphy

  Renowned Irish travel writer and cyclist who embarked on extraordinary solo bicycle journeys across challenging terrains worldwide,...

• May 25 Morton L. Janklow

  American literary agent (b. 1930).

• May 26 Ray Liotta

  Ray Liotta was an acclaimed American actor best known for his roles in crime dramas and thrillers, particularly his leading performance as Henry Hill in the classic film 'Goodfellas.' Over his four-decade career, Liotta became recognized for his intense screen presence, distinct voice, and versatility in both film and television. [bio]

• May 26 Andy Fletcher

  English musician (b. 1961).

• May 26 Ciriaco De Mita
• May 27 Angelo Sodano
• May 29 Sidhu Moosewala

  Indian singer, rapper, actor and politician.

• May 31 Krishnakumar Kunnath

  Indian singer (b. 1968).

• May 31 Gilberto Rodríguez Orejuela

  Colombian drug lord (b.1939).

• May 31 Jim Parks

  English cricketer (b. 1931).

• May 31 Colin Cantwell

  American concept artist and director (b.1932).