Famous people and celebrities who died on May 21

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

• 1639 Tommaso Campanella

  Italian philosopher and poet known for his utopian work 'The City of the Sun'.

• 1932 Marcel Boulenger

  French fencing and author (d. 1932).

• 1935 Jane Addams

  American feminist and social worker.

• 1935 Hugo de Vries

  Known for his work in genetics and his theory of mutationism.

• 1949 Klaus Mann

  Renowned German writer and intellectual, son of Thomas Mann, known for his novel 'Mephisto' and his complex personal life during the Nazi...

• 1952 John Garfield

  John Garfield was an acclaimed American actor noted for his roles in both stage and film during Hollywood's Golden Age. A pioneer of Method acting, Garfield was known for his intense, naturalistic performances, particularly in gritty dramas. [bio]

• 1964 James Franck

  German physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1882).

• 1965 Geoffrey de Havilland

  The de havilland aircraft company was founded by an engineer and pilot from england in 1965.

• 1973 Vaughn Monroe

  Vaughn Monroe was a popular American baritone singer, trumpeter, big band leader, and actor, most prominent during the 1940s and early 1950s. He was known for his rich voice and his string of hit records, particularly 'Racing With the Moon.' [bio]

• 1981 Patsy O'Hara

  Irish Republican Army volunteer who died during the 1981 Irish hunger strikes, a pivotal moment in Northern Ireland's conflict.

• 1983 Kenneth Clark

  Prominent British art historian, museum director, and influential cultural figure known for his groundbreaking work in art criticism and...

• 1991 Rajiv Gandhi

  Rajiv Gandhi was an influential Indian politician who served as Prime Minister from 1984 to 1989.

• 1992 Elizabeth David

  Influential British cookbook writer who revolutionized British cuisine by introducing Mediterranean and exotic cooking styles.

• 1993 John Frost

  British Army lieutenant-colonel famous for his crucial role in Operation Market Garden during World War II, a significant airborne military...

• 1994 Giovanni Goria

  Giovanni Goria was a prominent Italian politician who served as President of the Council of Ministers (Prime Minister) in 1985, playing a...

• 1994 Forsyth Hardy

  Scottish documentary filmmaker and pioneering film critic for 'The Scotsman' newspaper from 1932 to 1941, who significantly contributed to...

• 1995 Les Aspin

  Les Aspin was an American politician who served as the 18th United States Secretary of Defense under President Bill Clinton during the early...

• 1996 Lash LaRue

  American Western film actor and producer specializing in unique performance styles.

• 2000 John Gielgud

  Sir John Gielgud was a renowned English actor and theatre director, regarded as one of the greatest Shakespearean actors of the 20th century. His career spanned nearly eight decades across stage, film, and television. [bio]

• 2000 Barbara Cartland

  Barbara Cartland was a prolific British romance novelist who wrote 723 books, selling over a billion copies worldwide.

• 2002 Niki de Saint Phalle

  Renowned French-American artist known for her large-scale sculptural works, feminist art, and innovative artistic techniques combining...

• 2003 Alejandro de Tomaso

  Alejandro de Tomaso was an influential Argentinian-Italian businessman and race car driver who founded the renowned De Tomaso automobile...

• 2006 Katherine Dunham

  Pioneering African American dancer, choreographer, anthropologist, and social activist who revolutionized modern dance and significantly...

• 2006 Billy Walker

  Legendary American country music guitarist and singer with nearly 60 years of charted success, known as 'The Tall Texan' and a long-standing...

• 2012 Roman Dumbadze

  Georgian commander (b. 1964).

• 2013 Leonard Marsh

  Leonard Marsh was an American businessman who co-founded Snapple, a popular beverage company known for its unique flavored drinks.

• 2013 Dominique Venner

  Influential French journalist, historian, and essayist known for his intellectual contributions to political and cultural discourse in...

• 2015 Louis Johnson

  American bass player and producer known for being part of The Brothers Johnson, a funk and R&B band popular in the 1970s and 1980s.