Famous people and celebrities who died on November 24

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on November 24. 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.

• 1572 John Knox

  John Knox was a pivotal Scottish Protestant reformer who played a crucial role in establishing Presbyterianism in Scotland during the 16th...

• 1890 August Belmont

  Prussian-american diplomat and financier 16th united states ambassador in the netherlands (d.1890).

• 1916 Hiram Maxim

  Hiram Maxim was an American-born British inventor known for inventing the Maxim gun, the first portable fully automatic machine gun.

• 1943 Doris Miller

  African American Navy sailor who became a celebrated hero during the Pearl Harbor attack, courageously manning a machine gun despite lacking...

• 1956 Guido Cantelli

  Renowned Italian orchestral conductor whose promising career at La Scala Milan was tragically cut short by a fatal airplane crash in Paris...

• 1958 Edgar Algernon Robert Gascoyne-Cecil, 1st Viscount Cecil of Chelwood

  Prize laureate for his tireless effort in support of the League of Nations, disarmament and peace.

• 1961 Ruth Chatterton

  Ruth Chatterton was an American stage, film, and television actress, novelist, and aviator, most renowned for her roles during the early sound era of Hollywood. She achieved great success on Broadway before transitioning to motion pictures, becoming one of the leading female stars at Paramount Pictures in the late 1920s and 1930s. [bio]

• 1977 Richard Carlson

  Prominent American actor who worked with David O. Selznick and starred in approximately 50 films, including notable works like 'The Duke of...

• 1980 George Raft

  George Raft was an American film actor and dancer best known for his portrayals of gangsters in crime melodramas of the 1930s and 1940s. He became a major Hollywood star but is also remembered for turning down several landmark film roles. [bio]

• 1982 Barack Obama

  Kenyan economist and academic, father of Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States.

• 1990 Juan Manuel Bordeu

  Prominent Argentinian race car driver known for his contributions to motorsports in the mid-20th century.

• 1990 Dodie Smith

  Dodie Smith was an English author best known for her novel 'The Hundred and One Dalmatians'.

• 1991 Anton Furst

  Renowned production designer famous for his groundbreaking work in film art direction, particularly known for his iconic design of Gotham...

• 1993 Albert Collins

  Albert Collins was a legendary electric blues guitarist and singer known for his innovative playing style, unique modified tunings, and...

• 2001 Melanie Thornton

  German-American pop singer known for the dance music group La Bouche, who tragically died in a plane crash in 2001.

• 2002 John Rawls

  Influential American political philosopher known for his seminal work 'A Theory of Justice', which revolutionized modern political and moral...

• 2003 Warren Spahn

  Warren Spahn was a legendary left-handed baseball pitcher who played 18 seasons, primarily with the Milwaukee Braves, and was inducted into...

• 2004 Arthur Hailey

  Renowned English-Canadian novelist famous for bestselling books like 'Airport' and 'Hotel', who wrote compelling fiction about complex...

• 2004 Joseph Hansen

  American poet and novelist known for his contributions to LGBTQ+ literature and mystery writing.

• 2005 Pat Morita

  Pat Morita was a Japanese-American actor and comedian best known for his role as Mr. Miyagi in 'The Karate Kid' film series, for which he received an Academy Award nomination. His career spanned several decades in both television and film, making him one of the most recognized Asian American actors in Hollywood. [bio]

• 2006 George W. S. Trow

  Influential American writer known for his cultural criticism and unique literary style, particularly in The New Yorker magazine.

• 2006 Juice Leskinen

  Legendary Finnish rock musician and songwriter who significantly influenced Finnish popular music from the 1970s to the early 2000s, known...

• 2010 Huang Hua

  Prominent Chinese diplomat who served as the 5th Foreign Minister of the People's Republic of China, playing a significant role in...

• 2012 Hector Camacho

  Legendary Puerto Rican boxer who was a world champion in multiple weight classes, known for his dynamic fighting style and significant...

• 2014 Viktor Tikhonov

  Prominent Russian ice hockey coach and player who made significant contributions to the sport.

• 2016 Florence Henderson

  Florence Henderson was an American actress and singer, best known for her role as Carol Brady on the classic television sitcom 'The Brady Bunch.' Her career spanned over six decades, making her a beloved figure in American television history. [bio]

• 2016 Pauline Oliveros

  Pioneering American composer, accordionist, and electronic music innovator who significantly influenced experimental and avant-garde music...

• 2019 Clive James

  Renowned Australian-British writer, literary critic, broadcaster, and poet famous for his witty memoirs and engaging television chat shows.

• 2019 Goo Hara

  Prominent South Korean singer and actress who was a member of the K-pop group KARA, tragically passed away in 2019.

• 2022 Börje Salming

  Legendary Swedish ice hockey player who pioneered European players' success in the NHL, playing primarily for the Toronto Maple Leafs.