Famous people and celebrities who died on September 23

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

• 1738 Herman Boerhaave

  Renowned Dutch physician known for his contributions to medicine and botany.

• 1889 Wilkie Collins

  English playwright, novelist, and author of short stories.

• 1929 Richard Adolf Zsigmondy

  Austrian-german chemist, physicist, and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1865).

• 1939 Sigmund Freud

  Sigmund Freud was an Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis, a groundbreaking method for treating psychopathology through dialogue between a patient and a psychoanalyst. His theories on the unconscious mind, dream interpretation, and the structure of personality have had a profound impact on psychology, psychiatry, and Western thought. [bio]

• 1970 Bourvil

  Iconic French comedian and actor who became a beloved national figure through his memorable performances in classic comedy films,...

• 1971 Billy Gilbert

  Actor (paradise alley safari, rio), is killed at 77.

• 1973 Pablo Neruda

  Pablo Neruda was a renowned Chilean poet, diplomat, and political activist who significantly influenced 20th-century Latin American...

• 1981 Chief Dan George

  Esteemed writer and actor known for his contributions to Indigenous literature.

• 1987 Bob Fosse

  Bob Fosse was an influential American dancer, choreographer, and director, best known for revolutionizing the style of musical theatre and film choreography in the mid-20th century. Famous for his distinctive, jazz-influenced dance style characterized by turned-in knees, rolled shoulders, and jazz hands, Fosse directed and choreographed numerous Broadway shows and films, leaving a significant mark on the performing arts. [bio]

• 1992 Glendon Swarthout

  Acclaimed American novelist renowned for his Western genre literature, with several of his works adapted into successful films.

• 1992 Bernice Gera

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• 1994 Madeleine Renaud

  Renowned French actress and theatre director who was a pivotal figure in 20th-century French performing arts.

• 1994 Robert Bloch

  Robert Bloch was an influential American horror and science fiction writer best known for his novel 'Psycho', which Alfred Hitchcock adapted...

• 1998 Mary Frann

  Mary Frann was an American actress best known for her role as Joanna Loudon on the popular TV sitcom Newhart, which aired from 1982 to 1990...

• 2003 Ronnie Dawson

  American rockabilly singer known for his energetic performances and contributions to the early rock and roll scene in the mid-20th century.

• 2004 Billy Reay

  Billy Reay was a prominent Canadian-American ice hockey coach and player who significantly contributed to the sport during the mid-20th...

• 2006 Malcolm Arnold

  Renowned English composer and trumpet player who composed numerous film scores, symphonies, and concertos.

• 2006 Etta Baker

  Renowned American blues guitarist and singer known for her significant contributions to traditional Appalachian folk and blues music.

• 2008 Peter Leonard

  Australian journalist (born 1942).

• 2010 Teresa Lewis

  American woman executed in 2010 for her role in a double murder in Virginia, becoming the first woman executed in the state in nearly a...

• 2012 Pavel Grachev

  Russian military general and politician who served as the first Minister of Defence of the Russian Federation after the Soviet Union's...

• 2012 Sam Sniderman

  Canadian businessman who founded 'Sam the Record Man', a legendary Canadian music retail chain that was pivotal in the music distribution...

• 2018 Charles Kao

  Pioneering physicist who revolutionized telecommunications by developing fiber optic technology, earning the Nobel Prize in Physics for his...

• 2018 Gary Kurtz

  Influential film producer who played a crucial role in creating iconic movies like 'Star Wars' and 'American Graffiti'.

• 2020 Juliette Gréco

  Juliette Gréco was a legendary French singer and actress, recognized as a key figure in the postwar Parisian existentialist movement. Renowned for her deep, expressive voice and emotive performances, she was celebrated for interpreting songs by leading songwriters and her close association with the literary and artistic elite. [bio]

• 2020 Gale Sayers

  Legendary NFL running back for the Chicago Bears, known for his exceptional speed and agility during the 1960s and early 1970s.

• 2020 Harold Evans

  Renowned British journalist and editor of The Sunday Times, known for his influential work in investigative journalism and publishing.

• 2021 Nino Vaccarella

  Renowned Italian racing driver who competed in Formula One and sports car racing, known for his success in the Targa Florio and other...