Famous people and celebrities who died on July 25

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on July 25. 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.

• 1834 Samuel Coleridge

  British writer best known for "the ancient mariner" he was a poet, philosopher, and critic of the romantic period.

• 1912 Hubert Latham

  Pioneering aviator and journalist known for his aviation exploits.

• 1934 Engelbert Dollfuss

  Austrian Chancellor who tried to keep Austria independent from Nazi Germany.

• 1934 Nestor Makhno

  Ukrainian anarchist revolutionary and military leader.

• 1966 Montgomery Clift

  Montgomery Clift was an American film and stage actor, renowned for his deeply sensitive performances and significant influence on mid-20th century cinema. He was a key figure of the method acting movement and starred in several acclaimed films between the 1940s and 1960s. [bio]

• 1966 Frank O'Hara

  Frank O'Hara was a prominent American poet, art critic, and key figure in the New York School of poetry.

• 1969 Otto Dix

  German painter, graphic designer, and professor.

• 1971 Leroy Robertson

  American composer and educator (b. 1896).

• 1984 Big Mama Thornton

  Influential blues singer and songwriter who was a pioneer in the blues genre and is credited with originally recording 'Hound Dog' before...

• 1986 Vincente Minnelli

  Vincente Minnelli was an acclaimed American film director, especially known for his work in the musical and melodrama genres during Hollywood's Golden Age. He was the father of actress and singer Liza Minnelli. [bio]

• 1987 Malcolm Baldrige

  An American politician and businessman who served as the 26th United States Secretary of Commerce until his death in 1987.

• 1992 Alfred Drake

  Renowned Broadway actor famous for his role in 'Oklahoma!' who died at 78 from heart failure.

• 1995 Charlie Rich

  Grammy Award-winning American country and rock and roll singer-songwriter known for hits like 'Behind Closed Doors'.

• 1997 Ben Hogan

  One of golf's most legendary players, known for exceptional ball-striking technique and winning multiple major championships during his...

• 1997 Dora Maar

  Dora Maar was a renowned French photographer, painter, and significant muse of Pablo Picasso.

• 2003 John Schlesinger

  Renowned British film director known for critically acclaimed works like 'Midnight Cowboy' and 'Marathon Man', who significantly influenced...

• 2003 Erik Brann

  Guitarist and founding member of the psychedelic rock band Iron Butterfly, known for their influential hit 'In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida'.

• 2005 Albert Mangelsdorff

  Renowned German jazz trombonist and influential musician who was a key member of the United Jazz + Rock Ensemble, significantly contributing...

• 2008 Randy Pausch

  Computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon University who became famous for his inspirational 'Last Lecture' about achieving childhood...

• 2008 Tracy Hall

  Tracy Hall was a pioneering chemist who revolutionized materials science by developing the chemical vapor deposition process for creating...

• 2011 Michael Cacoyannis

  Acclaimed Greek Cypriot film director, producer, and screenwriter known for internationally recognized works like 'Zorba the Greek'.

• 2013 Bernadette Lafont

  A prominent French actress who was a key figure in the French New Wave cinema movement, known for her significant contributions to film and...

• 2013 Hugh Huxley

  Renowned English-American biologist known for significant contributions to cell biology and muscle research.

• 2014 Bel Kaufman

  Renowned Jewish-American author best known for her novel 'Up the Down Staircase', which provided a humorous and insightful look into the...

• 2016 Tim LaHaye

  Prominent American evangelical minister, author of the bestselling 'Left Behind' book series, and influential Christian conservative...

• 2018 Sergio Marchionne

  A transformative business executive who rescued Fiat from financial decline and strategically acquired Chrysler, becoming a pivotal figure...

• 2020 Peter Green

  Founding member of Fleetwood Mac, a legendary British blues-rock band.

• 2020 Lou Henson

  Lou Henson was a renowned college basketball coach who significantly impacted the sport, particularly at the University of Illinois and New...

• 2022 Paul Sorvino

  Paul Sorvino was an American actor, opera singer, and businessman, recognized for his commanding screen presence and versatility. He was best known for his roles in films such as 'Goodfellas,' where he portrayed mob boss Paulie Cicero, as well as his television roles in series like 'Law & Order.' Over a career spanning several decades, Sorvino received acclaim for his … [bio]