Famous people and celebrities who died on June 27

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on June 27. 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.

• 1831 Sophie Germain

  Known for her work on Fermat's Last Theorem and contributions to number theory.

• 1839 Ranjit Singh

  Founder of the Sikh Empire in the Indian subcontinent.

• 1844 Hyrum Smith

  Co-founder of the Latter Day Saint movement and brother of Joseph Smith.

• 1907 Elizabeth Cabot Agassiz

  American educator, co-founded radcliffe college (b. 1822).

• 1952 Elmo Lincoln

  American actor known for being the first actor to play Tarzan in silent films.

• 1952 Max Dehn

  German-american mathematician and academic (b. 1878).

• 1957 Hermann Buhl

  Legendary Austrian mountaineer who was the first to summit Nanga Parbat in the Himalayas, a groundbreaking achievement in alpine climbing...

• 1957 Malcolm Lowry

  Malcolm Lowry was a renowned Canadian novelist and poet, best known for his masterpiece 'Under the Volcano', a complex modernist novel...

• 1960 Lottie Dod

  Lottie Dod was a multi-talented athlete who excelled in various sports including tennis, golf, archery, and mountaineering.

• 1986 George Nēpia

  Legendary New Zealand rugby player and referee who was a prominent figure in early 20th-century rugby.

• 1987 Billy Snedden

  Billy Snedden was an influential Australian lawyer and politician who served as the 17th Attorney-General of Australia, playing a...

• 1989 A. J. Ayer

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• 1996 Albert R Broccoli

  Legendary film producer best known for producing the James Bond film series, transforming the spy franchise into a global cinematic...

• 1999 Georgios Papadopoulos

  Greek military officer who led a coup in 1967 and established a military dictatorship in Greece, ruling as a controversial authoritarian...

• 2000 Pierre Pflimlin

  Prominent French politician who served as Prime Minister during the critical transition of the Fourth French Republic in 1958.

• 2001 Jack Lemmon

  Jack Lemmon was an acclaimed American actor and musician, renowned for his versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles from the 1950s through the 1990s. Lemmon won two Academy Awards and became famous for his work in classics such as 'Some Like It Hot,' 'The Apartment,' and 'Days of Wine and Roses.' He is widely celebrated as one of the … [bio]

• 2001 Joan Sims

  Joan Sims was a celebrated English actress best known for her roles in the 'Carry On' film series. With a career spanning over five decades, she appeared in numerous films, television shows, and stage productions, becoming a beloved figure in British comedy. [bio]

• 2001 Tove Jansson

  Renowned Finnish author and artist famous for creating the beloved Moomin characters.

• 2002 John Entwistle

  John Entwistle was the legendary bassist of the iconic rock band The Who, known for his innovative bass playing and significant contribution...

• 2005 Domino Harvey

  Domino Harvey was a unique British bounty hunter who became the subject of a biographical film, known for her unconventional life and career...

• 2005 Shelby Foote

  Shelby Foote was a prominent American historian and novelist, best known for his comprehensive three-volume narrative history of the...

• 2005 Frank Harte

  Prominent traditional Irish folk singer and song collector who was instrumental in preserving Irish musical heritage and folklore.

• 2008 Sam Manekshaw

  Sam Manekshaw was a distinguished Indian Army officer who served as Chief of the Army Staff and was instrumental in India's victory during...

• 2009 Gale Storm

  Gale Storm was an American actress and singer best known for her starring roles in the 1950s television series 'My Little Margie' and 'The Gale Storm Show: Oh! Susanna.' She also enjoyed success as a recording artist with several hit songs during the same decade. [bio]

• 2012 Rosemary Dobson

  Renowned Australian poet celebrated for her lyrical and introspective poetry, significantly contributing to the Australian literary...

• 2013 Stefano Borgonovo

  Italian professional footballer who played in Serie A, known for his career with Fiorentina and Milan, and later became an advocate for ALS...

• 2016 Bud Spencer

  Bud Spencer was an Italian actor, filmmaker, and former professional swimmer, best known for his comedic roles in action films, particularly in partnership with Terence Hill. Recognized for his imposing stature and affable on-screen personality, Spencer became an iconic figure in Italian and European cinema. [bio]

• 2016 Alvin Toffler

  Renowned futurist and author who significantly influenced understanding of technological and social change through seminal works like...

• 2018 Joe Jackson

  American music manager and patriarch of the Jackson family, father of Michael and Janet Jackson.

• 2019 Justin Raimondo

  Prominent American libertarian journalist, political commentator, and author known for his anti-war activism and writings on foreign policy.