Died On March 2nd
Discover the most famous people who died on March 2. The list includes people like Sarojini Naidu, D. H. Lawrence, John Wesley, Serge Gainsbourg, Oscar Milosz. Famous personalities featured on this list, include poets, emperors & kings, actors and political leaders and from other domains of life. This list includes people from United States, United Kingdom, France & India and many more countries.
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Dusty Springfield
(Singer, Artist, Cleric)
Birthdate: April 16, 1939
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: West Hampstead, London,England
Died: 1999
Height: 5'3" (160 cm)
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Randolph Scott(One of Hollywood's Greatest and Most Popular Western Stars)
Birthdate: January 23, 1898
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Orange County, Virginia, United States
Died: 1987
Randolph Scott is best remembered as an iconic Western hero, known for films such as Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm and The Texans. The Western Performers Hall of Fame inductee worked with acclaimed directors such as Budd Boetticher and received a Memoriam Golden Boot. He had also served the U.S. Army.
Birthdate: December 16, 1928
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Died: 1982
Philip K. Dick was an American writer who was known for his work that explores varied social and philosophical themes. Dick's novels have inspired films like Blade Runner, Total Recall, Minority Report, and The Adjustment Bureau. In 2005, his novel Ubik was included in Time magazine's list of 100 greatest novels published in English since 1923.
Birthdate: May 9, 1874
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Kensington, London, England
Died: 1939
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D. H. Lawrence(English Writer and Poet Known for His Novels: ‘Sons and Lovers’, ‘The Rainbow’ and ‘Women in Love’)
Birthdate: September 11, 1885
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Eastwood, England, United Kingdom
Died: 1930
English writer, D. H. Lawrence, was known for exploring sensitive issues, such as sexuality, emotional health, and instinct. In his works, he often reflected upon the dehumanizing effects of modernity and industrialization. The sexual nature of his writings earned him many enemies. Even though he died at the relatively young age of 44, he left behind a rich literary legacy.
Birthdate: April 27, 1937
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Hastings, Nebraska, United States
Died: 1992
Height: 5'2" (157 cm)
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Sarojini Naidu(Indian Political Activist, Poet and 1st Governor of United Provinces)
Birthdate: February 13, 1879
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Hyderabad, India
Died: 1949
Sarojini Naidu was an Indian poet and political activist. An important figure in the Indian Independence Movement, she was a proponent of anti-imperialistic ideas, women's rights, and civil rights. Her illustrious career as a poet earned her the nickname Nightingale of India. After India became independent, she became the first woman to hold the office of Governor in the Dominion of India.
Birthdate: March 16, 1916
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Joliet, Illinois, United States
Died: 2004
Height: 5'3" (160 cm)
Birthdate: February 2, 1928
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Paris, France
Died: 1991
French musician, singer, and actor Serge Gainsbourg had experimented with a variety of music forms, such as jazz, pop, and reggae. Renowned for songs such as Bonnie and Clyde, he also included sexual overtones in his lyrics. He had also acted in and directed films and written a short novel.
Birthdate: February 12, 1768
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Florence, Italy
Died: 1835
Francis II reigned as the last Holy Roman Emperor, from 1792 to 1806, and as the Emperor of Austria (as Francis I), from 1804 to 1835. Francis II fought against Napoleonic France in the Napoleonic Wars and lost at Austerlitz. Eventually, his daughter Marie Louise was married off to Napoleon.
Birthdate: July 6, 1796
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Gattšina lossipark, Russia
Died: 1855
Nicholas I of Russia reigned as Emperor of Russia, Grand Duke of Finland, and King of Poland from 1825 to 1855. Nicholas I is remembered for his controversial reign, under which the Russian Empire achieved great geographical expansion. He also played a key role in creating an independent Greek state and was successful in ending the Russo-Turkish War of 1828–1829.
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Tony Walton(British Set and Costume Designer Known for His Work in ‘Mary Poppins’ and ‘Murder on the Orient)
Birthdate: October 24, 1934
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Walton-on-Thames, England
Died: 2022
Birthdate: January 14, 1841
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Bourges, France
Died: 1895
Birthdate: March 4, 1971
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: La Esperanza, Honduras
Died: 2016
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Princess Victoria Melita of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha
(Princess)
Birthdate: November 25, 1876
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: San Anton Palace, Attard, Malta
Died: 1936
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John Wesley(English Clergyman, Theologian, Evangelist and Co-Founder of the Methodist Movement in the Church of England)
Birthdate: June 28, 1703
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Epworth, England
Died: 1791
John Wesley was an English cleric, evangelist, and theologian. He is best remembered for leading a revival movement called Methodism within the Church of England. He is credited with founding societies that eventually became the dominant form of the Methodist movement, which remains relevant today. He continues to be the main theological influence on Methodists all over the world.
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Hank Ballard
(Singer-Songwriter)
Birthdate: November 18, 1927
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan U.S
Died: 2003
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Autherine Lucy
(American Activist, Educator and Professor)
Birthdate: October 5, 1929
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Shiloh, Alabama, United States
Died: 2022
Birthdate: December 31, 1830
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Cairo, Egypt
Died: 1895
Isma'il Pasha, also called Ismail the Magnificent, was the Khedive of Egypt and Sudan. He remained instrumental in modernizing Egypt and Sudan and invested considerably in economic and industrial development and urbanization. His administrative policies, particularly those that led to accumulation of huge foreign debt, paved way for his toppling from power and eventually the British occupation of Egypt.
Birthdate: November 3, 1816
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Franklin County, Virginia, United States
Died: 1894
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Ulay
(German Artist Who Received International Recognition for His Polaroid Art and Collaborative Performance Art)
Birthdate: November 30, 1943
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Solingen, Germany
Died: 2020
Professionally known as Ulay, German artist Frank Uwe Laysiepen began his career in Amsterdam as a photographer for Polaroid, clicking photos across Europe and USA. Later he also took up performing arts, collaborating with his then-companion Marina Abramović, creating numerous pieces, including the Relation Series. After their breakup, he continued with his performing art while concurrently with experimenting with his camera.
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Charlie Christian
(Guitarist)
Birthdate: July 29, 1916
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Bonham, Texas, United States
Died: 1942
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Benjamin F. Wade
(Politician)
Birthdate: October 27, 1800
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Springfield, Massachusetts
Died: 1878
Birthdate: September 17, 1950
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Johannesburg
Died: 2012
Lawrence Anthony was an international conservationist, explorer, environmentalist, and bestselling author. He is credited with founding the independent conservation and environmental group, The Earth Organization. Anthony played an important role in rescuing and protecting endangered species, such as the Northern White Rhinoceros. A prolific writer, many of Anthony’s books have been translated into numerous languages.
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Elisabeth of Wied
(Queen Consort of Romania (1881 - 1914))
Birthdate: December 29, 1843
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Schloss Monrepos
Died: 1916
The daughter of German nobleman Hermann, Prince of Wied, Elisabeth of Wied had a flair for writing and initially wished to be a teacher. She later became the first queen of Romania, as the wife of King Carol I. She also wrote many plays, poems, and novels as Carmen Sylva.
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Fred Merkle
(Baseball manager)
Birthdate: December 20, 1888
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Watertown, Wisconsin, United States
Died: 1956
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Madeleine Vionnet
(Grand couturier)
Birthdate: June 22, 1876
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Chilleurs-aux-Bois
Died: 1975
Madeleine Vionnet was a French fashion designer who established her own fashion house in 1912. From 1919 to 1939, Vionnet was one of the most prominent designers in Paris. Dubbed the Queen of the bias cut, Vionnet is best remembered for popularizing the bias cut. Regarded as one of the 20th century's most influential designers, Vionnet inspired many fashion designers.
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Rajaram Chhatrapati
(Ruler)
Birthdate: February 24, 1670
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Raigad Fort
Died: 1700
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John B. Kelly Jr.
(American Rower and Politician)
Birthdate: May 24, 1927
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Died: 1985
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Bettina Graziani
(Fashion model)
Birthdate: May 8, 1925
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Normandy, France
Died: 2015
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Alessandro Farnese
(Diplomat)
Birthdate: October 7, 1520
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Tuscany, Italy
Died: 1589
Birthdate: April 14, 0216
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Ctesiphon, Iraq
Died: 0274
Mani was a Parthian prophet best remembered for founding a major religion called Manichaeism which was once widespread. Mani is believed to have performed several miracles including teleporting, levitation, and healing, which gained him many followers. He was martyred in 274 and his death drew comparisons to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
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Agnes of Bohemia
(Princess)
Birthdate: June 20, 1211
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Prague, Czechia
Died: 1282
Birthdate: June 11, 1963
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Biggar, Canada
Died: 2000
Birthdate: May 10, 1953
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Hackney, London, England
Died: 2001
Birthdate: June 28, 1974
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Bandung, Indonesia
Died: 2021
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Malcolm Williamson
(Australian Music Composer)
Birthdate: November 21, 1931
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Sydney, Australia
Died: 2003
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Jarosław Iwaszkiewicz
(Polish Writer, Poet, Essayist and Dramatist)
Birthdate: February 20, 1894
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Vinnytsia Oblast, Ukraine
Died: 1980
Jarosław Iwaszkiewicz was a Polish poet, writer, essayist, translator, and dramatist. Remembered for his literary achievements, Iwaszkiewicz received four nominations for the prestigious Nobel Prize in Literature during his lifetime. Jarosław Iwaszkiewicz is also remembered for saving the lives of many Jews during the Second World War and was honored with the Righteous Among the Nations award in 1988.
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Ben Pearson
(American Archer, Bowyer, and Fletcher)
Birthdate: November 16, 1898
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Pine Bluff, Arkansas, United States
Died: 1971
Birthdate: April 10, 1911
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
Died: 2005
Birthdate: July 14, 1969
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Long Island, New York, USA
Died: 2018
Birthdate: March 7, 1850
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, United States
Died: 1921
Birthdate: 0941 AD
Birthplace: Laon
Died: 0986
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Dave Mackay
(Scottish Football Player and Manager)
Birthdate: November 14, 1934
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Edinburgh, Scotland
Died: 2015
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
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Louis de Rouvroy, duc de Saint-Simon
(French Soldier, Memoirist, and Diplomat)
Birthdate: January 16, 1675
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Paris, France
Died: 1755
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Hugh Gough, 1st Viscount Gough
(Officer)
Birthdate: November 3, 1779
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Annacotty, Ireland
Died: 1869
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Jacob T. Schwartz
(Mathematician)
Birthdate: January 9, 1930
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
Died: 2009
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Sofiko Chiaureli
(Actress)
Birthdate: May 21, 1937
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Tbilisi, Georgia
Died: 2008
Height: 5'4" (163 cm)
Birthdate: March 11, 0378
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Albano Laziale, Italy
Died: 0417
Birthdate: November 5, 1883
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Panama City, Panama
Died: 1940