Obituaries | The Independent
about 29 months ago (12/21/2021)
Obituaries | The Independent Obituaries Obituaries Steve Bronski: Co-founder of Bronski Beat Obituaries Lina Wertmuller: Provocative Italian filmmaker Obituaries Anne Rice: Gothic novelist who helped launched a vampire revolution Obituaries Virgil Abloh: Trailblazer who merged streetwear with high fashion Obituaries Bob Dole: War hero who became a formidable figure in US politics Obituaries Antony Sher: Theatre giant who brought Shakespeare’s work to life Obituaries Frank Williams: Legendary Formula One racing boss Obituaries Jakucho Setouchi: Outspoken Buddhist nun who penned hundreds of books Obituaries Mick Rock: Photographer who created indelible images of music greats Obituaries Justus Rosenberg: Professor who helped many flee Nazi occupation Obituaries Ron Flowers: Wolves legend who narrowly missed out on 1966 glory Obituaries Wilbur Smith: Prolific thriller writer who sold 140 million books Obituaries Astro: Dynamic member of UB40 who helped shape their sound Obituaries Maureen Cleave: Journalist who lit powder keg under The Beatles’ feet Obituaries Etel Adnan: Celebrated author who found late-in-life fame as an artist Obituaries Nelson Freire: Pianist known for his expert handling of classics Obituaries Lionel Blair: Star of Britain’s golden age of television Obituaries Max Cleland: Vietnam veteran who became a US senator Obituaries Dean Stockwell: Child actor who forged decades-long career Obituaries Sunao Tsuboi: Hiroshima survivor who called for peace Obituaries Ronnie Wilson: Musician who brought groove to many funk hits Obituaries FW de Klerk: The man who ended apartheid Obituaries Viktor Bryukhanov: Engineer blamed for Chernobyl disaster Obituaries Pat Martino: One of jazz music’s finest guitarists Obituaries Aaron Beck: Psychiatrist who developed cognitive therapy Obituaries Sabah Fakhri: Tenor who helped preserve classical Arabic music Obituaries James Michael Tyler: Actor who played Gunther on Friends Obituaries Walter Smith: Decorated football manager who was dedicated to the game Obituaries Mort Sahl: Satirical comic who transformed US stand-up Obituaries Roh Tae-woo: Former South Korea leader with a complex legacy Obituaries Chito Gascon: Filipino human rights activist who fought for justice Obituaries Peter Scolari: Versatile comic actor who became a staple of US TV Obituaries Bernard Haitink: One of the great classical conductors of modern times Obituaries Edita Gruberova: Dazzling soprano who reigned over world opera stages Obituaries Jerry Pinkney: Illustrator who broke barriers in book publishing Obituaries Leslie Bricusse: One of Britain’s best-loved composers Obituaries Hubert Germain: Last member of elite French resistance fighters Obituaries Trevor Hemmings: Billionaire tycoon who dabbled in many industries Obituaries Atta Kwami: Painter whose work brought African art to a global stage Obituaries Eddie Jaku: Holocaust survivor who preached a message of peace Obituaries Geoffrey Chater: Character actor who appeared in decades of British TV US politics Controversial legacy of America’s first Black Secretary of State Obituaries Gary Paulsen: Novelist who inspired children to love the wilderness Obituaries Paddy Moloney: Chieftains founder who helped revive Irish music Obituaries Sir David Amess: MP of conviction and animal rights champion Obituaries Megan Rice: Nun who crusaded against nuclear weapons Obituaries James Brokenshire: Conservative MP who left his mark on politics Obituaries Bobby Zarem: Showbiz publicist who turned people into stars Obituaries John Chilcot: Civil servant who led damning inquiry into Iraq war Obituaries Bernard Tapie: Businessman and sports tycoon dogged by scandal Obituaries Charles W Mills: Philosopher who used work to challenge racism Obituaries Tommy Kirk: Clean-cut child star of Old Yeller Obituaries Greg Miskiw: Journalist known as the ‘Prince of Darkness’ Obituaries Sarah Dash: Lady Marmalade singer and Labelle co-founder Obituaries Antony Hewish: British astronomer and Nobel prize winner Obituaries Pee Wee Ellis: Saxophonist who put the funk in James Brown’s music Obituaries Frances ‘Sissy’ Farenthold: The ardently liberal Texas politician Obituaries Melvin Van Peebles: Godfather of black cinema Obituaries Norm Macdonald: Comedian whose dark jokes made him a TV favourite Obituaries Roger Michell: Prolific director behind ‘Notting Hill’ Obituaries Alan Lancaster: Status Quo bassist who helped change rock’n’roll Obituaries Roger Hunt: Uplifting English footballer and 1966 World Cup winner Obituaries Jeannie Rousseau, spy for the French Resistance Obituaries Jane Powell: Star of musicals during Hollywood’s Golden Age Obituaries Clive Sinclair: Visionary who helped create the first home computers Obituaries John Challis: Actor who played ‘Boycie’ in Only Fools and Horses Obituaries John Shelby Spong: US bishop who championed inclusivity in the church Obituaries Charlotte Johnson Wahl: Painter and Parkinson’s campaigner Obituaries Michael K Williams: Former dancer who played Omar Little in ‘The Wire’ Obituaries Patricia Maginnis: Pioneering abortion rights activist Obituaries Jimmy Greaves obituary: Legendary goalscorer and broadcaster Obituaries Michael Constantine: Actor who starred in ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding’ Obituaries Jacques Rogge: Surgeon and Olympic sailor who became IOC president Obituaries Stephen Vizinczey: Provocative author of amorous bestseller Obituaries Elizabeth Blackadder: Scottish painter known for her botanical art Obituaries Robert Wolke: Chemist who revealed the secrets of the kitchen Obituaries Mikis Theodorakis: Greek composer who used music to rebel Obituaries Jean-Paul Belmondo: Legend of French New Wave cinema Obituaries Gino Strada: Italian war surgeon who believed in healthcare for all Obituaries Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry: Reggae legend who revolutionised the genre Obituaries Ted Dexter: Cricketer whose talent shaped the modern game Obituaries Ed Asner: Award-winning actor who starred in ‘Lou Grant’ and ‘Up’ Obituaries Sonny Chiba: Martial arts master and icon of Japanese cinema Obituaries Don Everly: One half of legendary rock’n’roll duo Obituaries Gerd Muller: Goal machine who fired West Germany to World Cup glory Obituaries Chuck Close: Controversial painter of pixelated portraits Obituaries Eloise Greenfield: Author who wrote books to inspire black children Obituaries Sean Lock: Comic whose deadpan surrealism made him a TV favourite Obituaries Maki Kaji: Godfather of Sudoku and puzzle enthusiast Obituaries Charlie Watts: Legendary drummer of the Rolling Stones Obituaries Nanci Griffith: Grammy-award winning folk singer Vouchers Marella Cruise Deals Marella Cruise Deals Get £150 off your holiday using this TUI voucher code ASOS Discount Code ASOS Discount Code 15% off first order over £20 using this ASOS Discount code Travelodge Discount Code Travelodge Discount Code 5% off rooms with this Travelodge discount code The Body Shop Discount Code The Body Shop Discount Code 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