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MUSICIANS that died in
2009
This page contains a list of the most famous people who died in 2009. The pantheon dataset contains 442 who passed this year, the most famous by HPI being Michael Jackson, Alicia de Larrocha, Willy DeVille, Eric Woolfson, and Charlie Mariano. The cities with the most deaths were Los Angeles (2), Ann Arbor, Michigan (1), and Barcelona (1).
2009 Deaths: Honoring Lives and Legacies of Musicians
The year 2009 saw the passing of many beloved musicians, leaving behind legacies that continue to inspire fans across the globe. From legendary actors like and iconic musicians like Michael Jackson, Alicia de Larrocha, and Willy DeVille to groundbreaking athletes like , these remarkable individuals have made a lasting impact in their fields. This page is dedicated to commemorating the lives of those we lost in 2009, celebrating their achievements and remembering their contributions to art, culture, and history. Below are the list of the most famous people to have died in 2009 based on cultural impact.
![Photo of Michael Jackson](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/14995351.jpg)
Michael Jackson
American Musician
Aug 29, 1958 - Jun 25, 2009
Age 51
HPI: 90.81
![Photo of Alicia de Larrocha](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/2401943.jpg)
Alicia de Larrocha
Spanish Musician
May 23, 1923 - Sep 25, 2009
Age 86
HPI: 64.12
![Photo of Willy DeVille](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/2642987.jpg)
Willy DeVille
American Musician
Aug 25, 1950 - Aug 6, 2009
Age 59
HPI: 62.22
![Photo of Eric Woolfson](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/1186614.jpg)
Eric Woolfson
British Musician
Mar 18, 1945 - Dec 2, 2009
Age 64
HPI: 60.16
![Photo of Charlie Mariano](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/2470547.jpg)
Charlie Mariano
American Musician
Nov 12, 1923 - Jun 16, 2009
Age 86
HPI: 57.22
![Photo of John Mayhew](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/2629822.jpg)
John Mayhew
British Musician
Mar 27, 1947 - Mar 26, 2009
Age 62
HPI: 55.18
![Photo of Veronika Dudarova](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/21129901.jpg)
Veronika Dudarova
Azerbaijani Musician
Dec 5, 1916 - Jan 15, 2009
Age 93
HPI: 54.94
![Photo of Ron Asheton](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/1110260.jpg)
Ron Asheton
American Musician
Jul 17, 1948 - Jan 6, 2009
Age 61
HPI: 54.80
![Photo of Mary Travers](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/1043481.jpg)
Mary Travers
American Musician
Nov 9, 1936 - Sep 16, 2009
Age 73
HPI: 54.60
![Photo of John Martyn](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/16211.jpg)
John Martyn
British Musician
Sep 11, 1948 - Jan 29, 2009
Age 61
HPI: 53.55
![Photo of Hugh Hopper](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/839861.jpg)
Hugh Hopper
British Musician
Apr 29, 1945 - Jun 7, 2009
Age 64
HPI: 51.94
![Photo of George Russell](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/747731.jpg)
George Russell
American Musician
Jun 23, 1923 - Jul 27, 2009
Age 86
HPI: 51.68
![Photo of Louie Bellson](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/786408.jpg)
Louie Bellson
American Musician
Jul 6, 1924 - Feb 14, 2009
Age 85
HPI: 49.48
![Photo of Billy Powell](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/2233374.jpg)
Billy Powell
American Musician
Jun 3, 1952 - Jan 28, 2009
Age 57
HPI: 48.81
![Photo of Erich Kunzel](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/3963565.jpg)
Erich Kunzel
American Musician
Mar 21, 1935 - Sep 1, 2009
Age 74
HPI: 48.74
![Photo of Bud Shank](https://static.pantheon.world/profile/people/220194.jpg)
Bud Shank
American Musician
May 27, 1926 - Apr 2, 2009
Age 83
HPI: 48.44
Deaths by Month in 2009
January 2009
The following is a chronological list of the most famous people to have died in January of 2009. Sorted by popularity, the most famous people to pass away in January were Veronika Dudarova (HPI: 54.94), Ron Asheton (HPI: 54.80), and John Martyn (HPI: 53.55).
February 2009
The following is a chronological list of the most famous people to have died in February of 2009. Sorted by popularity, the most famous people to pass away in February were Louie Bellson (HPI: 49.48).
March 2009
The following is a chronological list of the most famous people to have died in March of 2009. Sorted by popularity, the most famous people to pass away in March were John Mayhew (HPI: 55.18).
April 2009
The following is a chronological list of the most famous people to have died in April of 2009. Sorted by popularity, the most famous people to pass away in April were Bud Shank (HPI: 48.44).
June 2009
The following is a chronological list of the most famous people to have died in June of 2009. Sorted by popularity, the most famous people to pass away in June were Michael Jackson (HPI: 90.81), Charlie Mariano (HPI: 57.22), and Hugh Hopper (HPI: 51.94).
July 2009
The following is a chronological list of the most famous people to have died in July of 2009. Sorted by popularity, the most famous people to pass away in July were George Russell (HPI: 51.68).
August 2009
The following is a chronological list of the most famous people to have died in August of 2009. Sorted by popularity, the most famous people to pass away in August were Willy DeVille (HPI: 62.22).
September 2009
The following is a chronological list of the most famous people to have died in September of 2009. Sorted by popularity, the most famous people to pass away in September were Alicia de Larrocha (HPI: 64.12), Mary Travers (HPI: 54.60), and Erich Kunzel (HPI: 48.74).
December 2009
The following is a chronological list of the most famous people to have died in December of 2009. Sorted by popularity, the most famous people to pass away in December were Eric Woolfson (HPI: 60.16).