Famous people who died in 1961
A list of 1 celebrities and other famous people who passed away in the year 1961.
Roughly 63 years have passed since these people died.
This list is ordered by the person's date of death.
Author Deceased
Died on Jul 2, 1961, at the age of 61.
Suicide by gunshot.
Perspective
A few facts that highlight just how long ago 1961 was:
- These celebrities died before TV shows such as "Steptoe and Son", "The Farmer's Daughter", "My Favorite Martian", and "Shindig!" started airing on television.
- These people did not get to see movies such as "That Touch of Mink", "The Music Man", or "The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm".
- The people on this list passed away before the assassination of JFK.
- Celebrities such as Hallie Todd, Jim Carrey, Axl Rose, and Garth Brooks were not even born yet.
- In 1961, celebrities such as Ernie Kovacs, Marilyn Monroe, Robert Frost, and John F. Kennedy were still alive.
- Television shows such as "Tonight Starring Jack Paar", "Maverick", "Have Gun - Will Travel", and "The Untouchables" were still running.
Celebrity deaths in 1961
Statistics about the 1 celebrity deaths above.
- 100% of the deaths in 1961 were male.
- 100% of the celebrity deaths in 1961 were from suicide.
