Famous people and celebrities who died on August 14

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on August 14. On this day, we honor the lives and legacies of notable figures from various fields who left an indelible mark on the world. Explore our list to learn about their remarkable contributions and celebrate their enduring impact.

• 1870 David Farragut

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• 1941 Maximilian Kolbe

  Maximilian Kolbe was a Polish Catholic priest who volunteered to die in place of a stranger in the Auschwitz concentration camp during World...

• 1941 Paul Sabatier

  French chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1854).

• 1958 Frédéric Joliot-Curie

  French physicist and chemist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1900).

• 1963 Clifford Odets

  Prominent American playwright and screenwriter known for his socially conscious works during the Great Depression era, including 'Waiting...

• 1967 Bob Anderson

  English motorcycle racer and race car driver known for his competitive racing career in the mid-20th century.

• 1969 Sigrid Gurie

  Sigrid Gurie was a Norwegian-American actress known primarily for her roles in Hollywood films during the late 1930s and early 1940s. She gained initial fame for her part as the female lead in "The Adventures of Marco Polo" (1938) and appeared in various films before her career was cut short by personal and professional difficulties. [bio]

• 1972 Oscar Levant

  Oscar Levant was a multi-talented American artist known for his exceptional skills as a pianist, composer, actor, and witty personality.

• 1980 Dorothy Stratten

  Dorothy Stratten was a Canadian model, actress, and Playboy Playmate, who rose to fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s. She is best known as Playboy magazine's Playmate of the Month for August 1979 and Playmate of the Year for 1980. Her promising career was tragically cut short when she was murdered at the age of 20. [bio]

• 1985 Gale Sondergaard

  Gale Sondergaard was an American actress known for her distinctive supporting roles in Hollywood films, particularly during the 1930s and 1940s. She was the first recipient of the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. [bio]

• 1988 Roy Buchanan

  Roy Buchanan was an influential American blues-rock guitarist known for his exceptional technical skills and innovative playing style, who...

• 1992 John Sirica

  John Sirica was a prominent American federal judge who presided over the Watergate hearings, playing a crucial role in the investigation...

• 1992 Tony Williams

  Tony Williams was a singer of The Platters, famous for the hit 'Great Pretender', who passed away in 1992.

• 1994 Alice Childress

  Pioneering African-American playwright, novelist, and activist who made significant contributions to African-American literature and theater...

• 1994 Elias Canetti

  Renowned Bulgarian-born writer who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1981, known for his profound literary works and intellectual...

• 1994 Bill Cowley

  Canadian professional ice hockey player and coach who made significant contributions to the sport during the mid-20th century.

• 1996 Sergiu Celibidache

  Renowned Romanian conductor and composer who significantly influenced classical music interpretation in the 20th century.

• 1999 Pee Wee Reese

  Pee Wee Reese was a legendary Brooklyn Dodgers shortstop and Hall of Fame baseball player who was crucial in breaking racial barriers in...

• 2002 Larry Rivers

  Influential American painter and sculptor who was a key figure in the Pop Art movement.

• 2004 Czesław Miłosz

  Polish-born american novelist, essayist, and poet, nobel prize laureate (b. 1911).

• 2006 Bruno Kirby

  Bruno Kirby was an American actor best known for his roles in films such as 'When Harry Met Sally...', 'City Slickers', and 'Good Morning, Vietnam'. He was recognized for his supporting roles and distinctive gravelly voice, often portraying witty and amiable characters. [bio]

• 2012 Phyllis Thaxter

  Phyllis Thaxter was an American actress best known for her work in film, television, and theater during Hollywood's Golden Age. She is particularly recognized for her role as Martha Kent in the 1978 film 'Superman', as well as for her performances in classic films and numerous television shows throughout the 1940s and 1950s. [bio]

• 2012 Vilasrao Deshmukh

  Prominent Indian politician who served as the 17th Chief Minister of Maharashtra, playing a significant role in state and national politics...

• 2015 Bob Johnston

  Legendary American record producer who significantly influenced folk and country music, working with iconic artists like Bob Dylan, Johnny...

• 2016 Fyvush Finkel

  Fyvush Finkel was an American actor, singer, and comedian best known for his work on stage, particularly in Yiddish theater, as well as for his television roles in 'Picket Fences' and 'Boston Public.' [bio]

• 2019 Polly Farmer

  Legendary Australian rules football player and coach who significantly influenced the sport's development in Western Australia.

• 2020 Julian Bream

  Legendary classical guitarist and lutenist who significantly influenced 20th-century classical guitar performance and repertoire.