Famous people and celebrities who died on November 15

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on November 15. 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.

• 1916 Henryk Sienkiewicz

  Polish journalist and author, nobel prize laureate (b. 1846).

• 1919 Alfred Werner

  French-swiss chemist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1866).

• 1949 Nathuram Godse

  Infamous Indian nationalist who assassinated Mahatma Gandhi on January 30, 1948, in Delhi.

• 1954 Lionel Barrymore

  American actor from the Barrymore family known for his role in 'It's a Wonderful Life.

• 1955 Lloyd Bacon

  Director (fuller brush girl 42nd street), is killed at 65.

• 1958 Tyrone Power

  Tyrone Power was a prominent American film, stage, and radio actor, best known for his swashbuckling roles in Hollywood films from the 1930s to the 1950s. He starred in romantic, adventure, and historical movies, becoming one of 20th Century Fox's top box office draws. [bio]

• 1959 Charles Thomson Rees Wilson

  PHY - Scottish physicist and meteorologist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1869).

• 1976 Jean Gabin

  Jean Gabin was a legendary French actor known for his iconic roles in classic French cinema.

• 1978 Margaret Mead

  A pioneering American cultural anthropologist who revolutionized understanding of human behavior across different societies.

• 1981 Enid Markey

  Actress (foolish mothers civilization), dies in 85.

• 1983 John Le Mesurier

  John Le Mesurier was an English actor best known for his role as Sergeant Arthur Wilson in the classic BBC television comedy 'Dad's Army.' Renowned for his understated, gentlemanly charm and dry wit, Le Mesurier enjoyed a prolific career on both stage and screen. [bio]

• 1985 Méret Oppenheim

  Méret Oppenheim was a prominent Surrealist artist known for her provocative and imaginative works, including the famous fur-covered teacup.

• 1994 Elizabeth George Speare

  Renowned American children's book author who won the Newbery Medal twice for her historical novels 'The Witch of Blackbird Pond' and 'The...

• 1996 Alger Hiss

  American lawyer and government official who was controversially accused of being a Soviet spy during the Cold War, sparking significant...

• 1998 Stokely Carmichael

  A pivotal leader in the Civil Rights Movement, Carmichael was a prominent Black Power activist who coined the term 'Black Power' and...

• 2002 Myra Hindley

  Infamous British serial killer who, alongside Ian Brady, murdered multiple children in the Manchester area during the 1960s.

• 2003 Ray Lewis

  Hall of Fame NFL linebacker who played his entire 17-year career with the Baltimore Ravens, widely considered one of the greatest defensive...

• 2003 Laurence Tisch

  Prominent American businessman who led Loews Corporation, a significant conglomerate in media and hospitality industries.

• 2004 Elmer Andersen

  Prominent American businessman and politician who served as the 30th Governor of Minnesota, known for his significant contributions to state...

• 2010 Larry Evans

  Renowned American chess grandmaster and journalist who significantly contributed to chess literature and competitive play during the...

• 2013 Glafcos Clerides

  Prominent Cypriot politician who served as the fourth President of Cyprus from 1993 to 2003.

• 2014 Leslie Feinberg

  Leslie Feinberg was a groundbreaking transgender activist and author whose novel 'Stone Butch Blues' became a seminal work in LGBTQ+...

• 2014 Lucien Clergue

  Lucien Clergue was a renowned French photographer and artist, recognized for his innovative artistic photography and significant...

• 2015 Saeed Jaffrey

  Saeed Jaffrey was an acclaimed Indian-British actor known for his extensive career in film, television, and radio, spanning across multiple decades and continents. [bio]

• 2016 Mose Allison

  Legendary jazz pianist and singer who uniquely blended blues, jazz, and sardonic humor, influencing generations of musicians with his...

• 2017 Lil Peep

  Influential rapper and singer who pioneered the emo rap genre, blending alternative rock and hip-hop styles.