List of Famous people who died in 1953

Rian James (né Julian Herbert Rothschild; October 3, 1899 – April 26, 1953) was an American screenwriter and author. He wrote for 39 films between 1932 and 1947.

Ian Colin Maitland, 15th Earl of Lauderdale DL, styled Viscount Maitland between 1924 and 1931, was a representative peer for Scotland in the House of Lords from 1931 to 1945.

Antonio Conte was an Italian fencer who competed in the late 19th century and early 20th century.

Hugo Schmeisser was a German developer of 20th century infantry weapons.

Jan Struther was the pen name of Joyce Anstruther, later Joyce Maxtone Graham and finally Joyce Placzek, an English writer remembered for her character Mrs. Miniver and a number of hymns, such as "Lord of All Hopefulness".

John Marin was an early American modernist artist. He is known for his abstract landscapes and watercolors.