Famous people and celebrities who died on June 21

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

• 1652 Inigo Jones

  The queen's house was designed by an english architect (d. 1652).

• 1914 Bertha von Suttner

  Austrian journalist and author, nobel prize laureate (b. 1843).

• 1914 Baroness Bertha Sophie Felicita von Suttner, née Countess Kinsky von Chinic und Tettau

  Prize laureate for her audacity to oppose the horrors of war.

• 1954 Gideon Sundback

  The zipper was invented by a swedish-american engineer (d. 1954).

• 1957 Johannes Stark

  German physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1874).

• 1964 Michael Schwerner

  Civil rights activist murdered during the Freedom Summer of 1964, a pivotal moment in the American Civil Rights Movement.

• 1964 Andrew Goodman

  Civil rights activist murdered during the Freedom Summer of 1964, becoming a symbol of the civil rights movement.

• 1969 Maureen Connolly

  Maureen Connolly was a legendary American tennis player who dominated women's tennis in the 1950s, winning nine Grand Slam singles titles...

• 1970 Sukarno

  First President of Indonesia who led the country's independence movement and played a crucial role in its transition from Dutch colonial...

• 1970 Achmed Sukarno

  Revolutionary leader who fought for Indonesian independence, negotiating sovereignty from the Netherlands after a four-year struggle and...

• 1980 Bert Kaempfert

  Bert Kaempfert was a renowned German composer and orchestra leader who significantly influenced popular music in the mid-20th century.

• 1985 Tage Erlander

  Prominent Swedish politician who served as the 25th Prime Minister of Sweden from 1946 to 1969, playing a significant role in shaping modern...

• 1995 Tristan Jones

  Renowned Welsh author and sailor famous for his captivating sea adventure books, documenting extraordinary maritime experiences.

• 1997 Shintaro Katsu

  Renowned Japanese actor, singer, director, and producer who was a significant figure in Japanese entertainment from the mid-20th century.

• 1998 Elvi Hale

  American actress known for her work in mid-20th century film and television, with a notable career spanning several decades.

• 2000 Alan Hovhaness

  Alan Hovhaness was an influential American composer known for his innovative and spiritual musical compositions, particularly works like...

• 2001 Carroll O'Connor

  Carroll O'Connor was an American actor, producer, and director best known for his iconic role as Archie Bunker on the television sitcom 'All in the Family.' His career spanned several decades across stage, television, and film, earning him critical acclaim and multiple awards. [bio]

• 2001 Soad Hosny

  Soad Hosny was a renowned Egyptian actress and singer, known for her influential roles in Egyptian cinema during the 1960s and 1970s. She was often referred to as the 'Cinderella of Egyptian Cinema' and starred in over 80 films, becoming one of the most popular and beloved actresses in the Arab world. [bio]

• 2001 John Lee Hooker

  Iconic American blues musician who revolutionized blues and rock music with his distinctive boogie style and profound influence on modern...

• 2003 Leon Uris

  Prominent American novelist known for historical fiction works like 'Exodus' and 'Mila 18', which explored complex themes of Jewish history...

• 2003 Jason Moran

  Innovative American jazz pianist, composer, and educator who significantly influenced contemporary jazz before his untimely death in 2003.

• 2007 Bob Evans

  Successful American entrepreneur who founded Bob Evans Restaurants, a popular Midwestern restaurant chain known for its farm-fresh food and...

• 2008 Kermit Love

  Renowned American puppeteer and costume designer best known for his significant contributions to children's television, particularly in...

• 2010 İlhan Selçuk

  Prominent Turkish journalist, author, and lawyer known for his critical and influential writing in Turkish media during the 20th century.

• 2012 Anna Schwartz

  Renowned American economist who made significant contributions to monetary economics and collaborated extensively with Milton Friedman in...

• 2015 Gunther Schuller

  Influential American composer, conductor, and musicologist who significantly contributed to third stream music, bridging classical and jazz...

• 2016 Pierre Lalonde

  Pierre Lalonde was a prominent Canadian television host and popular singer who significantly contributed to Quebec's entertainment industry...

• 2018 Charles Krauthammer

  Pulitzer Prize-winning conservative political commentator, columnist, and influential political analyst who significantly shaped American...

• 2023 Winnie Ewing

  Scottish lawyer and politician, known as a pioneering figure in Scottish nationalism and a long-serving Member of the European Parliament.