Actors who died on November 23

Take a focused look at the actors who passed away on November 23. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 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]

• 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]

• 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]

• 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]