Famous people and celebrities who died on November 23

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on November 23. 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.

• 1937 Jagadish Chandra Bose

  Renowned physicist known for his work in the field of radio and microwave optics.

• 1948 Hack Wilson

  Hack Wilson was a notable American baseball player known for his powerful hitting and significant contributions to the sport during the...

• 1973 Constance Talmadge

  Constance Talmadge was a prominent American silent film actress, best known for her comedic roles during the 1910s and 1920s. She was part of the notable Talmadge family of actresses, alongside her sisters Norma and Natalie Talmadge. [bio]

• 1973 Sessue Hayakawa

  Sessue Hayakawa was a pioneering Japanese actor, producer, and matinee idol, renowned as one of the first actors of Asian descent to achieve international fame in both Hollywood and European cinema during the silent and early sound film eras. He broke racial barriers and became a symbol of sophistication and romantic allure in the early 20th century film industry. [bio]

• 1974 Cornelius Ryan

  Irish-American journalist and author renowned for his seminal World War II historical works, including 'The Longest Day' and 'A Bridge Too...

• 1979 Merle Oberon

  Merle Oberon was a British-Indian actress renowned for her roles in classic films of the 1930s and 1940s, notably 'Wuthering Heights' (1939). She was one of the few actresses of Asian descent to achieve international stardom during Hollywood's golden age. [bio]

• 1983 Waheed Murad

  Legendary Pakistani actor, producer, and screenwriter known as the 'Chocolate Hero' of Pakistani cinema, who significantly influenced the...

• 1990 Roald Dahl

  Roald Dahl was a celebrated British novelist, short-story writer, poet, screenwriter, and wartime fighter pilot. He is best known for his pioneering work in children's literature, including masterpieces like 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,' 'Matilda,' and 'James and the Giant Peach.' His imaginative storytelling, often blending dark humor with fantastical plots, has left a lasting impact on readers of all … [bio]

• 1991 Klaus Kinski

  Klaus Kinski was a legendary German actor renowned for his intense and often volatile performances in art house cinema, particularly in...

• 1992 Roy Acuff

  Roy Acuff was a legendary American country music singer, fiddler, and songwriter who significantly influenced the development of the Grand...

• 1995 Louis Malle

  Louis Malle was a highly regarded French film director, screenwriter, and producer, known for his wide-ranging and innovative contributions to cinema, both in France and internationally. Over a career spanning several decades, he created influential works in a variety of genres, and received numerous awards and critical acclaim. [bio]

• 1995 Junior Walker

  Junior Walker was a prominent American R&B and soul saxophonist, known for his energetic performances and hits with the band Junior Walker &...

• 1996 Idries Shah

  Renowned Afghan-born writer and teacher who popularized Sufi thought in the West, authoring numerous influential books on mysticism and...

• 1996 Mohamed Amin

  Influential Kenyan photojournalist who documented African history and was known for his powerful war and humanitarian crisis photography.

• 2002 Roberto Matta

  Roberto Matta was a prominent Chilean-Italian surrealist painter and sculptor, known for his significant contributions to modern art and his...

• 2005 Constance Cummings

  Constance Cummings was an American-born British actress renowned for her prolific career in film, theatre, and television spanning over six decades. She appeared in more than 40 films on both sides of the Atlantic and was celebrated for her versatility and depth as a performer. [bio]

• 2006 Philippe Noiret

  Philippe Noiret was a highly regarded French film actor known for his performances in over 100 films throughout his career, including international classics like 'Cinema Paradiso' and 'Il Postino.' Renowned for his versatility and subtlety, he became one of France’s most respected leading men during the second half of the 20th century. [bio]

• 2006 Alexander Litvinenko

  Former Russian FSB officer who was famously poisoned with polonium in London in 2006, becoming a symbol of political assassination.

• 2006 Anita O'Day

  Anita O'Day was a legendary jazz singer known for her distinctive vocal style and remarkable resilience.

• 2006 Betty Comden

  Renowned American screenwriter and lyricist who collaborated with Adolph Green, creating memorable works for Broadway and Hollywood,...

• 2007 Joe Kennedy

  Joe Kennedy was a U.S.

• 2010 Ingrid Pitt

  Ingrid Pitt was a Polish-British actress and author, best known for her roles in horror films produced by Hammer Film Productions in the 1970s. She became a cult figure in the genre, often referred to as the 'Queen of Hammer Horror'. [bio]

• 2010 Nassos Daphnis

  Greek-American abstract artist known for his minimalist paintings and sculptures that explored geometric forms and color relationships.

• 2012 Larry Hagman

  Larry Hagman was an American actor, director, and producer best known for his roles as J.R. Ewing in the television series 'Dallas' and as Major Anthony Nelson in 'I Dream of Jeannie.' [bio]

• 2014 Dorothy Cheney

  Pioneering American tennis player who won the 1938 Australian Championships singles title and remained active in senior tournaments well...

• 2014 Pat Quinn

  Canadian ice hockey player and coach who made significant contributions to the sport, passing away in 2014.

• 2015 Manmeet Bhullar

  Canadian politician who served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta and tragically died in a vehicle accident.

• 2015 Douglass C. North

  Prize laureate for having renewed research in economic history by applying economic theory and quantitative methods in order to explain...

• 2016 Andrew Sachs

  Andrew Sachs was a German-born British actor and writer best known for his role as Manuel, the hapless Spanish waiter in the acclaimed BBC sitcom Fawlty Towers. [bio]