Famous people and celebrities who died on March 30

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on March 30. 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.

• 1853 Abigail Fillmore

  Abigail Fillmore was the wife of the 13th U.S.

• 1949 Friedrich Bergius

  German chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1884).

• 1965 Philip Showalter Hench

  Prize laureate for their discoveries relating to the hormones of the adrenal cortex, their structure and biological effects.

• 1968 Bobby Driscoll

  Bobby Driscoll was an American child actor, best known for his work with Walt Disney Studios and for being the original voice and animation reference model for Disney's 'Peter Pan.' [bio]

• 1973 Douglas Douglas-Hamilton

  14th Duke of Hamilton, a prominent Scottish aristocrat, military officer, and politician who played significant roles in mid-20th century...

• 1979 Airey Neave

  British politician and war hero who served as a prominent Conservative MP and was tragically assassinated by the Irish National Liberation...

• 1979 Ray Ventura

  French jazz bandleader who led the famous orchestra 'Ray Ventura and His Colleagues', known for his significant contributions to jazz music...

• 1984 Karl Rahner

  Karl Rahner was a prominent 20th-century German Jesuit theologian who significantly influenced Catholic theological thought.

• 1985 Harold Peary

  Actor (herb bleondie, willy) dies from a heart attack at 76.

• 1986 James Cagney

  James Cagney was a renowned American actor and dancer best known for his dynamic performances in Hollywood films of the 1930s and 1940s, particularly in gangster movies. He remains one of the most iconic tough-guy actors of the classic Hollywood era, yet was equally adept at musicals. [bio]

• 1990 Harry Bridges

  Prominent labor leader who played a crucial role in the American labor movement, known for organizing dock workers and advocating for...

• 1992 Manolis Andronikos

  Renowned Greek archaeologist famous for his groundbreaking excavations at Vergina, where he discovered the royal tombs of King Philip II of...

• 1993 Richard Diebenkorn

  Prominent American painter renowned for his significant contributions to abstract expressionist and figurative art.

• 2003 Michael Jeter

  Michael Jeter was an acclaimed American actor widely recognized for his versatile roles in film, television, and theater. Known for his distinctive character work and expressive performances, Jeter gained fame through his appearances on both the big and small screens. [bio]

• 2004 Alistair Cooke

  Renowned British-American journalist and broadcaster famous for his weekly 'Letter from America' radio series, which ran for 58 years and...

• 2004 Hubert Gregg

  Hubert Gregg was a prominent British broadcaster, actor, writer, and director who made significant contributions to entertainment and media...

• 2005 Mitch Hedberg

  Mitch Hedberg was an iconic stand-up comedian renowned for his unique, absurdist comedy style and innovative one-liner jokes.

• 2005 Fred Korematsu

  Fred Korematsu was a prominent Japanese American civil rights activist who challenged the internment of Japanese Americans during World War...

• 2008 Dith Pran

  Cambodian-American photojournalist who survived the Khmer Rouge regime and was immortalized in the film 'The Killing Fields'.

• 2008 Richard Lloyd

  Richard Lloyd was an influential American guitarist and singer-songwriter, known for his work with the punk rock band Television and the...

• 2010 Jaime Escalante

  Jaime Escalante was a renowned Bolivian-American mathematics teacher who gained national recognition for teaching calculus to students in a...

• 2013 Daniel Hoffman

  Renowned American poet, literary critic, and academic who served as Poet Laureate of the United States from 1973 to 1974.

• 2013 Phil Ramone

  Renowned South African-American record producer and engineer who worked with numerous legendary musicians and won multiple Grammy Awards...

• 2014 Kate O'Mara

  Kate O'Mara was an English actress best known for her roles in television series including 'Dynasty,' 'Doctor Who,' and 'Triangle.' With a career spanning several decades, she became a familiar face on both British and American television. [bio]

• 2018 Bill Maynard

  Bill Maynard was an English comedian and actor best known for his roles in British television series such as 'Heartbeat', where he played Claude Jeremiah Greengrass, and 'Oh No It's Selwyn Froggitt', in which he played the titular character. His career spanned over six decades, making him a prominent and well-loved figure on UK television. [bio]

• 2020 Bill Withers

  Grammy Award-winning soul and R&B singer-songwriter famous for iconic hits like 'Lean on Me' and 'Ain't No Sunshine'.