Famous people and celebrities who died on January 13

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on January 13. 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.

• 1864 Stephen Foster

  American composer and lyricist of pop music.

• 1885 Schuyler Colfax

  American politician and journalist 17th vice president of united states (d.1885).

• 1929 Wyatt Earp

  Wyatt Earp was an American Old West lawman, gambler, and saloon keeper who is best known for his role in the events leading up to and...

• 1941 James Joyce

  James Joyce was an influential Irish novelist, short story writer, and poet, best known for his landmark works 'Ulysses,' 'A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man,' and 'Dubliners.' He is celebrated for pioneering modernist literature, particularly through his innovative use of stream-of-consciousness narrative technique, and remains a central figure in 20th-century fiction. [bio]

• 1958 Edna Purviance

  Actress (charlie chaplin sunnyside), is killed at 61.

• 1962 Ernie Kovacs

  Ernie Kovacs was an American comedian, actor, and writer, best known for his inventive and highly influential work in television during the 1950s and early 1960s. Recognized for his experimental and visual comedy style, Kovacs was a pioneer in utilizing the medium's capabilities, and his unique approach helped shape future generations of comedians and television producers. [bio]

• 1974 Salvador Novo

  Prominent Mexican playwright, poet, and key figure in 20th-century Mexican literature, known for his significant contributions to Mexican...

• 1976 Margaret Leighton

  Margaret Leighton was a renowned English actress known for her work on stage and screen, particularly for her roles in British and American theatre during the mid-20th century. [bio]

• 1977 Henri Langlois

  Legendary French film preservationist who was instrumental in saving countless films and founding the Cinémathèque Française, profoundly...

• 1978 Hubert Humphrey

  Prominent American politician who served as Vice President under Lyndon B. Johnson from 1965-1969.

• 1979 Marjorie Lawrence

  Renowned Australian operatic soprano who was celebrated for her powerful dramatic performances in major opera houses worldwide during the...

• 1980 Andre Kostelanetz

  Renowned Russian-American conductor and orchestral arranger who was a prominent figure in light classical and popular music during the...

• 1982 Marcel Camus

  Acclaimed French film director best known for 'Orfeu Negro' (Black Orpheus), which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes and the Academy Award for...

• 1988 Chiang Ching-kuo

  Prominent Taiwanese political leader who served as the third President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) from 1978 to 1988.

• 1992 Josef Neckermann

  Exceptional German equestrian who won multiple Olympic gold medals in show jumping during the 1960s and early 1970s.

• 1993 Camargo Guarnieri

  Mozart Camargo Guarnieri was a renowned Brazilian classical composer and conductor who significantly influenced Brazilian art music.

• 2002 Frank Shuster

  Frank Shuster was a prominent Canadian comedian, actor, and screenwriter known for his comedy work, particularly in television and radio...

• 2004 Harold Shipman

  Notorious British serial killer who murdered approximately 250 patients while working as a general practitioner in Hyde, Manchester.

• 2004 Arne Næss

  Norwegian philosopher, mountaineer, and founder of the deep ecology environmental movement.

• 2007 Michael Brecker

  Renowned American jazz saxophonist and composer, known for his innovative work with Steps Ahead and Parliament-Funkadelic.

• 2008 Johnny Podres

  Johnny Podres was a legendary Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher who led the team to their first World Series championship in 1965.

• 2009 Patrick McGoohan

  Patrick McGoohan was an Irish-American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter, best known for his roles in the classic television series 'The Prisoner' and 'Danger Man.' Renowned for his enigmatic screen presence and creative control over his projects, McGoohan became a cult icon in British and American television. [bio]

• 2009 W. D. Snodgrass

  Pulitzer Prize-winning American poet who was a key figure in the confessional poetry movement of the 1950s and 1960s.

• 2009 Dai Llewellyn

  Welsh novelist known for writing several acclaimed works of fiction.

• 2010 Teddy Pendergrass

  Teddy Pendergrass was an American singer best known for his work as the lead vocalist of Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes and for his successful solo career, which helped define the sound of Philadelphia soul in the 1970s and 1980s. [bio]

• 2016 Giorgio Gomelsky

  Georgian-american director, producer, songwriter, and manager (b. 1934).

• 2017 Anthony Armstrong-Jones

  Lord Snowdon was a renowned British photographer famous for his marriage to Princess Margaret.

• 2017 Magic Alex

  Greek electronics engineer (b. 1942).