Famous people and celebrities who died on May 10

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on May 10. 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.

• 1818 Paul Revere

  Paul Revere was an American silversmith, engraver, and prominent patriot best known for his midnight ride to alert the colonial militia of the approaching British forces before the battles of Lexington and Concord during the American Revolutionary War. [bio]

• 1829 Thomas Young

  English polymath.

• 1945 Richard Glücks

  German ss officer (d. 1945).

• 1950 Belle da Costa Greene

  American bibliographer, librarian, and archivist (born in 1883).

• 1968 Scotty Beckett

  American child actor known for roles in films like 'Listen Darling' and 'Battleground', who was active during the 1930s and 1940s.

• 1977 Joan Crawford

  Joan Crawford was a highly influential American actress and dancer, renowned for her commanding screen presence and versatility. She became one of Hollywood's most prominent leading ladies during the Golden Age of cinema, earning critical acclaim and widespread fame for roles in films such as 'Mildred Pierce,' for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress. [bio]

• 1979 Louis Paul Boon

  Prominent Flemish novelist and journalist, known for his innovative literary style and social critique.

• 1982 Peter Weiss

  Renowned German writer, painter, and experimental filmmaker known for groundbreaking plays like 'Marat/Sade' and 'The Investigation', which...

• 1989 Woody Shaw

  Renowned American jazz musician who made significant contributions to the jazz genre before his untimely death in 1989.

• 1990 Susan Oliver

  Susan Oliver was an American actress, television director, and aviator, best known for her prolific television appearances from the late 1950s through the 1980s. She is particularly remembered for her roles in 'The Twilight Zone,' 'Star Trek,' and 'Peyton Place.' [bio]

• 1990 Walker Percy

  Prominent Southern American novelist and philosopher who explored existential themes in works like 'The Moviegoer', winning the National...

• 1993 Lester Del Rey

  Prominent American science fiction writer who significantly contributed to the genre during the mid-20th century.

• 1993 Stephen Ross

  Stephen Ross is the founder of Related Companies, a major real estate development firm that has significantly shaped urban landscapes.

• 1994 John Wayne Gacy

  Notorious American serial killer who murdered at least 33 young men and boys in Chicago, Illinois between 1972 and 1978.

• 1998 Clara Rockmore

  Clara Rockmore was a pioneering virtuoso of the theremin, an early electronic musical instrument, and is considered one of the most...

• 1999 Shel Silverstein

  Beloved American poet, author, and illustrator known for his whimsical children's books and playful, imaginative writing style.

• 2001 Sudhakarrao Naik

  Prominent Indian politician who served as the 13th Chief Minister of Maharashtra, playing a significant role in state governance during the...

• 2002 Yves Robert

  Prominent French filmmaker, actor, director, producer, and screenwriter who made significant contributions to French cinema during the...

• 2002 Kaifi Azmi

  Indian poet and songwriter (born 1919).

• 2003 Milan Vukcevich

  Yugoslavian chess problem creator and chemist (born 1937).

• 2005 David Wayne

  American actor known for notable roles in films like 'The Andromeda Strain' and 'Adam's Rib', with a significant career in Hollywood.

• 2008 Leyla Gencer

  Renowned Turkish soprano known for her exceptional performances in opera, particularly in bel canto repertoire.

• 2010 Frank Frazetta

  Legendary fantasy and science fiction artist renowned for his iconic illustrations and paintings that revolutionized genre artwork,...

• 2012 Carroll Shelby

  Carroll Shelby was a legendary automotive designer and entrepreneur who revolutionized performance car design, most famously creating the AC...

• 2012 Horst Faas

  German photographer and journalist (b. 1933).

• 2015 Chris Burden

  Renowned American conceptual artist known for groundbreaking performance art and sculptural installations that challenged traditional art...

• 2020 Betty Wright

  Grammy Award-winning American soul and R&B singer known for her powerful voice and influential music in the 1970s and 1980s.

• 2022 Bob Lanier

  NBA Hall of Fame center who played for the Detroit Pistons and Milwaukee Bucks, known for his exceptional size and skill on the basketball...

• 2022 Leonid Kravchuk

  Leonid Kravchuk was a prominent Ukrainian politician who served as the first President of independent Ukraine from 1991 to 1994, playing a...