Famous people and celebrities who died on November 14

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on November 14. 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.

• 1716 Gottfried Leibniz

  German philosopher, mathematician, and polymath, who is one of the most influential intellectuals in Western history.

• 1825 Jean Paul

  German humorist and novelist.

• 1844 Flora Tristan

  Flora Tristan was a French writer and feminist activist known for her advocacy of women's rights and workers' rights.

• 1909 Joshua Slocum

  Joshua Slocum was a Canadian-American author and sailor who was the first person to sail single-handedly around the world.

• 1915 Booker Washington

  American educator, born into slavery but who went on to be one of the greatest educational leaders.

• 1916 Saki

  Hector Hugh Munro, known by pen name Saki, was a renowned British short story writer famous for his witty and satirical works.

• 1972 Martin Dies

  American lawyer, judge, and politician from Texas, known for his significant role in anti-communist activities during the mid-20th century.

• 1974 Johnny Mack Brown

  Versatile American actor and former football player who successfully transitioned from sports to Hollywood, appearing in numerous Western...

• 1977 Richard Addinsell

  Richard Addinsell was a notable English composer known for his film and stage music, particularly famous for his Warsaw Concerto and...

• 1988 Haywood S. Hansell

  Haywood S. Hansell was a prominent United States Air Force general who played a significant role in strategic bombing doctrine during World...

• 1991 Tony Richardson

  Prominent English film and theater director, known for innovative works in British New Wave cinema and winning multiple awards.

• 1992 Ernst Happel

  Ernst Happel was a legendary Austrian football coach who significantly influenced European football during the 1960s and 1970s.

• 1992 Clem Beauchamp

  Us stuntman / director (tarzan, superman).

• 1995 Jack Finney

  Jack Finney was an acclaimed American author best known for his science fiction novel 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers', a seminal work in...

• 1996 Joseph Bernardin

  Joseph Bernardin was an American Cardinal of the Catholic Church who served as the Archbishop of Chicago from 1982 until his death in 1996. Highly regarded within the Church for his pastoral care, commitment to social justice, and leadership on issues such as peace and pro-life causes, Bernardin was one of the most prominent Catholic leaders in the United States … [bio]

• 1996 Virginia Cherrill

  Virginia Cherrill was an American actress famous for her iconic role as the blind flower girl in Charlie Chaplin's classic silent film 'City...

• 1997 Eddie Arcaro

  Eddie Arcaro was an iconic American horse racing jockey, widely considered the greatest of all time.

• 1997 Jack Pickersgill

  Jack Pickersgill was a prominent Canadian civil servant and politician who served as the 35th Secretary of State for Canada.

• 1997 Stefan Lorant

  Hungarian-American pioneering filmmaker, photographer, and author who made significant contributions to early photojournalism and cinema.

• 2001 Charlotte Coleman

  British actress known for roles in 'Four Weddings and a Funeral' and 'Notting Hill', who tragically passed away in 2001.

• 2003 Gene Anthony Ray

  American actor best known for his iconic role as Leroy Johnson in the movie and television series 'Fame'.

• 2004 Michel Colombier

  Versatile French musician who made significant contributions as a composer, arranger, conductor, and songwriter, working across multiple...

• 2010 Wes Santee

  Pioneering American track and field athlete who was a key figure in the sub-4-minute mile era.

• 2012 Martin Fay

  Irish traditional musician and fiddler, member of the renowned folk band The Chieftains.

• 2014 Glen A. Larson

  Prominent American television producer and screenwriter best known for creating the original Battlestar Galactica series and developing...

• 2014 Jane Byrne

  Jane Byrne was a groundbreaking American politician who made history as Chicago's first female mayor, serving from 1979 to 1983 and breaking...

• 2014 Eugene Dynkin

  Renowned Russian-American mathematician who made significant contributions to probability theory, algebra, and mathematical statistics.

• 2015 Warren Mitchell

  Warren Mitchell was an acclaimed English actor best known for his role as Alf Garnett in the BBC television sitcom 'Till Death Us Do Part' and its spin-offs. His portrayal of the outspoken, controversial character made him one of Britain's most recognizable TV performers. [bio]

• 2016 Gwen Ifill

  Gwen Ifill was a pioneering African American journalist who significantly influenced political reporting, serving as moderator of PBS...