2022 (AD 2022) Historical Timeline & Archive

Notable Figures in 2022 (AD 2022) (13)

• Aaron Carter (Died: 2022-11-05) — American singer and rapper known for teen pop stardom and enduring musical career.
• Antonio Inoki (Died: 2022-10-01) — Pioneering Japanese wrestler, martial artist, and political figure.
• Bill Russell (Died: 2022-07-31) — Center for the Boston Celtics, a 12-time champion and basketball legend.
• Calvin Simon (Died: 2022-01-06) — American singer known for his tenure with Parliament and Funkadelic.
• Coolio (Died: 2022-09-28) — Pioneering rapper known for "Gangsta's Paradise," who brought hip-hop to a global audience.
• Elizabeth II (Died: 2022-09-08) — The longest-reigning British monarch, guiding the UK through massive global change.
• Jean-Luc Godard (Died: 2022-09-13) — Pioneering figure of the French New Wave, Godard revolutionized cinema through formal experimentation.
• Kodiyeri Balakrishnan (Died: 2022-10-01) — Veteran Indian politician and editor, key figure in CPI(M) Kerala leadership.
• Lata Mangeshkar (Died: 2022-02-06) — Iconic playback singer whose voice defined Indian music for eight decades.
• Pelé (Died: 2022-12-29) — Brazilian football legend, 'The King,' celebrated for his unparalleled success on the pitch.
• Ray Liotta (Died: 2022-05-26) — American actor known for roles in Goodfellas, Field of Dreams, and voice work in Grand Theft Auto.
• Shinzo Abe (Died: 2022-07-08) — Longest-serving Prime Minister of Japan, a leading conservative statesman.
• Sidney Poitier (Died: 2022-01-06) — Pioneering Bahamian-American actor, diplomat, and cultural icon.