Famous people and celebrities who died on July 21

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on July 21. 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.

• 1796 Robert Burns

  A scottish poet and songwriter, burns was a national hero, who wrote nearly all of his works in the scots language.

• 1928 Ellen Terry

  British actress.

• 1941 Bohdan Lepky

  Ukrainian poet and writer (born 1872).

• 1944 Claus von Stauffenberg

  German military officer who led the most significant internal resistance attempt to assassinate Adolf Hitler during World War II.

• 1946 Gualberto Villarroel

  Bolivian soldier and politician, 45th president of bolivia (b. 1908).

• 1948 Arshile Gorky

  Arshile Gorky was a pioneering Armenian-American abstract expressionist painter who significantly influenced modern art.

• 1967 Basil Rathbone

  Basil Rathbone was an English actor, widely recognized for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in 14 Hollywood films from 1939 to 1946 and in a radio series. He was also noted for his roles as a suave villain in many films and was an accomplished Shakespearean stage performer. [bio]

• 1967 Jimmie Foxx

  Legendary Hall of Fame baseball player renowned for his exceptional hitting power and considered one of the greatest first basemen in...

• 1967 Albert John Lutuli

  Prize laureate for his non-violent struggle against apartheid.

• 1977 Lee Miller

  Lee Miller was a pioneering American photographer and model who documented World War II as a war correspondent for Vogue magazine.

• 1982 Dave Garroway

  Pioneering American television broadcaster who was the first host of NBC's 'Today Show' from 1952 to 1961.

• 1991 Paul Warwick

  English racing driver (born 1969).

• 1996 Herb Edelman

  Herb Edelman was an American actor best known for his work in television and film, particularly for his roles in 'The Odd Couple' and 'The Golden Girls.' [bio]

• 1998 Alan Shepard

  Pioneering American astronaut who was the first American in space and later walked on the moon during the Apollo 14 mission.

• 1998 Robert Young

  Iconic American television actor known for starring in 'Father Knows Best' and 'Marcus Welby, M.D.

• 2004 Jerry Goldsmith

  Renowned American film composer who created iconic musical scores for numerous movies and TV shows, including Star Trek and Planet of the...

• 2004 Edward B. Lewis

  American biologist, geneticist, and academic, nobel prize laureate (d. 2004).

• 2005 Long John Baldry

  Influential English-Canadian blues singer, songwriter, and voice actor who was a key figure in the British blues scene.

• 2006 Princess Mako of Akishino

  Princess Mako of Akishino is a prominent member of the Japanese Imperial Family, known for her academic excellence and humanitarian efforts.

• 2006 Mako Iwamatsu

  Renowned Japanese-American actor and voice artist known for diverse roles in film and television.

• 2008 Donald Stokes

  Baron Stokes was a prominent English businessman who played a significant role in the industrial landscape of mid-20th century Britain.

• 2012 Angharad Rees

  Angharad Rees was a Welsh actress best known for her leading role as Demelza in the BBC television drama series 'Poldark' (1975–1977). [bio]

• 2015 E. L. Doctorow

  Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist known for historical fiction works like 'Ragtime' and 'The Book of Daniel', who significantly...

• 2016 Dennis Green

  Renowned American football coach and player who had a significant career in the NFL, most notably as head coach of the Minnesota Vikings and...

• 2017 John Heard

  John Heard was an American actor best known for his roles in films such as 'Home Alone' and 'Big.' He had a prolific career in both film and television spanning several decades. [bio]

• 2018 Alene Duerk

  Pioneering US Navy nurse who became the first woman to attain flag rank, serving as head of the Navy Nurse Corps from 1970 and overseeing 39...

• 2020 Annie Ross

  Innovative jazz vocalist and actress, famous for her groundbreaking work with Lambert, Hendricks & Ross, a pioneering vocal jazz trio.

• 2023 Tony Bennett

  Legendary American singer who defined jazz and pop standards for decades, winning multiple Grammy Awards and known for his timeless hits.