Famous people and celebrities who died on January 31

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on January 31. 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.

• 1606 Guy Fawkes

  Guy Fawkes was a member of the Gunpowder Plot, a failed conspiracy to blow up the English Parliament.

• 1923 Eligiusz Niewiadomski

  Polish assassin gabriel narutowicz (born in 1869).

• 1933 John Galsworthy

  English novelist and playwright, nobel prize laureate (b. 1867).

• 1945 Eddie Slovik

  US Army soldier who became the first American soldier executed for desertion since the Civil War, a controversial case that highlighted the...

• 1955 John Mott

  American activist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1865).

• 1955 John Raleigh Mott

  Prize laureate for his contribution to the creation of a peace-promoting religious brotherhood across national boundaries.

• 1967 Eddie Tolan

  Eddie Tolan was an African American Olympic sprinter who won gold medals in the 100m and 200m at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics, becoming a...

• 1973 Ragnar Frisch

  Norwegian economist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1895).

• 1976 Ernesto Miranda

  Landmark legal figure whose Supreme Court case established the Miranda rights, protecting criminal suspects' constitutional rights during...

• 1987 Yves Allégret

  Prominent French film director known for his film noir works and for being the first husband of actress Simone Signoret.

• 1989 William Stephenson

  Canadian-born millionaire industrialist.

• 1992 Mel Hein

  Hall of Fame NFL player who played center for the New York Giants, known for his exceptional durability and skill.

• 1995 George Abbott

  American actor, director, and producer (b. 1887).

• 2000 Gil Kane

  Renowned comic book artist and illustrator who significantly influenced the Silver Age of American comics, creating iconic characters and...

• 2001 Gordon R. Dickson

  Acclaimed science fiction author known for his innovative storytelling and significant contributions to the genre, particularly in space...

• 2002 Gabby Gabreski

  Francis 'Gabby' Gabreski was a renowned American fighter pilot and World War II hero, credited with being one of the top American fighter...

• 2004 Eleanor Holm

  Eleanor Holm was an accomplished American swimmer and actress who won a gold medal in the 1932 Olympics and later transitioned to...

• 2006 Moira Shearer

  Moira Shearer was a celebrated Scottish ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Vicky Page in the classic film 'The Red Shoes' (1948). Renowned for her striking red hair and dazzling stage presence, she became one of the most iconic ballerinas-turned-actresses of the twentieth century. [bio]

• 2007 Molly Ivins

  Molly Ivins was a renowned American newspaper columnist, author, political commentator, and humorist, celebrated for her sharp wit and liberal perspective. She was widely recognized for her insightful journalism and advocacy for civil rights. [bio]

• 2007 Adelaide Tambo

  Prominent South African anti-apartheid activist and politician who played a crucial role in the struggle against racial segregation and for...

• 2011 Bartolomeu Anania

  Romanian bishop and poet (b. 1921).

• 2012 Dorothea Tanning

  Renowned surrealist artist who was a pivotal figure in the 20th-century art movement, known for her innovative paintings, sculptures, and...

• 2013 Rubén Bonifaz Nuño

  Renowned Mexican poet, scholar, and academic who was a distinguished member of Mexico's Academy of Language.

• 2014 Christopher Jones

  Christopher Jones was an American actor best known for his roles in films during the 1960s and early 1970s, including 'Wild in the Streets' and 'Ryan's Daughter.' His career was marked by a sudden rise to fame, a turbulent personal life, and an early retirement from acting. [bio]

• 2014 Miklós Jancsó

  Miklós Jancsó was a renowned Hungarian film director celebrated for his unique cinematographic style and profound political narratives,...

• 2015 Lizabeth Scott

  Lizabeth Scott was an American actress and singer, renowned for her roles in film noir during the 1940s and 1950s. She often portrayed strong, mysterious women in films and became one of the most recognizable figures in the genre. [bio]

• 2015 Richard von Weizsäcker

  German politician who served as the 6th President of Germany from 1984 to 1994, known for his significant role in German reunification and...

• 2015 Udo Lattek

  Legendary German football manager who coached Bayern Munich and the German national team, winning multiple European and domestic titles.

• 2016 Terry Wogan

  Terry Wogan was a beloved Irish radio and television broadcaster who became a national icon in the UK and Ireland, known for his witty and...