Famous people and celebrities who died on November 22

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on November 22. 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 Jack London

  Jack London was a prolific American novelist, journalist, and social activist, best known for his adventure novels 'The Call of the Wild'...

• 1941 Werner Mölders

  Prominent Luftwaffe fighter pilot during World War II, known for his significant aerial combat achievements and tragic death during a...

• 1944 Arthur Eddington

  Arthur Eddington was a British astrophysicist who is best known for his work on the theory of relativity and his observations that confirmed...

• 1955 Shemp Howard

  Shemp Howard was an American actor and comedian best known as a member of the famous comedy team, The Three Stooges. He was noted for his slapstick humor and improvisational skills, contributing significantly to the group's films and legacy. [bio]

• 1963 John Fitzgerald Kennedy

  John Fitzgerald Kennedy, often referred to as JFK, was the 35th president of the United States. He is widely known for his leadership during pivotal moments such as the Cuban Missile Crisis, the establishment of the Peace Corps, the advancement of the U.S. space program, and for his tragic assassination in 1963 in Dallas, Texas. [bio]

• 1963 J. D. Tippit

  Dallas police officer tragically killed on November 22, 1963, the same day as President John F. Kennedy's assassination.

• 1979 Anne Vondeling

  Anne Vondeling was a prominent Dutch Social Democratic politician who served as a minister in the Netherlands during the mid-20th century.

• 1980 Mae West

  Mae West was an American actress, singer, playwright, and sex symbol known for her bold persona, double entendres, and bawdy comedy. She pushed the boundaries of censorship during the early 20th century, becoming one of the most iconic figures in entertainment history. [bio]

• 1981 Hans Adolf Krebs

  German-english physician and biochemist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1900).

• 1981 Andreina Pagnani

  Renowned Italian actress who had a distinguished career in stage, film, and television, particularly known for her comedic performances.

• 1988 Luis Barragan

  Renowned Mexican architect and Pritzker Prize winner, famous for his minimalist and colorful architectural designs that blended modernism...

• 1988 Erich Freid

  Erich Fried was an influential Austrian-born poet, writer, and translator renowned for his powerful anti-war and anti-fascist political...

• 1989 René Moawad

  Lebanese lawyer and politician who served as the 13th President of Lebanon, tragically assassinated on November 22, 1989, during a critical...

• 1992 Sterling Holloway

  Sterling Holloway was an American actor and voice actor, celebrated for his distinctive, high-pitched voice. He is best known for providing the voice of Winnie the Pooh in Disney's animated adaptations, as well as voicing characters in films such as 'The Jungle Book' (Kaa the snake), 'The Aristocats' (Roquefort the mouse), and 'Alice in Wonderland' (the Cheshire Cat). Holloway had … [bio]

• 1993 Anthony Burgess

  Anthony Burgess was a renowned English writer, linguist, and composer best known for his dystopian novel 'A Clockwork Orange', which became...

• 1996 María Casares

  Spanish-French actress who was one of the most prominent stars of the French stage, known for her powerful performances and international...

• 1997 Michael Hutchence

  Michael Hutchence was an Australian musician, singer-songwriter and the charismatic lead vocalist of the rock band INXS, known for his dynamic stage presence and distinctive voice. [bio]

• 2000 Emil Zátopek

  Legendary Czech long-distance runner known as the 'Czech Locomotive', who made Olympic history by winning three gold medals in a single...

• 2001 Norman Granz

  Legendary jazz producer who founded Verve Records and managed iconic artists like Ella Fitzgerald and Oscar Peterson, revolutionizing jazz...

• 2001 Mary Kay Ash

  Mary Kay Ash was a pioneering American entrepreneur who founded Mary Kay Cosmetics, revolutionizing direct sales and empowering women in...

• 2007 Maurice Béjart

  Maurice Béjart was a renowned French choreographer and dancer who significantly influenced ballet and contemporary dance in the 20th century. He was best known for creating innovative and theatrical ballets, and for founding the Ballet du XXe Siècle (Ballet of the 20th Century) and later the Béjart Ballet Lausanne. [bio]

• 2010 Frank Fenner

  Frank Fenner was a prominent Australian virologist and microbiologist known for significant contributions to medical science and...

• 2011 Lynn Margulis

  Groundbreaking evolutionary biologist who revolutionized understanding of cellular evolution through her endosymbiotic theory, challenging...

• 2011 Paul Motian

  Influential American jazz drummer and composer known for his innovative and experimental approach to percussion.

• 2013 Georges Lautner

  Georges Lautner was a prominent French film director known for collaborating with screenwriter Michel Audiard and working with famous actors...

• 2015 Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury

  Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury was a prominent Bangladeshi politician who served multiple terms in the national parliament and was a...

• 2015 Kim Young-sam

  Prominent South Korean politician who served as the 7th President of South Korea from 1993 to 1998, playing a crucial role in the country's...

• 2017 Dmitri Hvorostovsky

  Dmitri Hvorostovsky was a world-renowned Russian opera singer celebrated for his exceptional baritone voice and performances in major...