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Who died in May 1957

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Erich von Stroheim

Erich von Stroheim

18851957

Austrian-American director and actor known for his uncompromising vision in silent films like Greed and his later roles, including Max von Mayerling in Sunset Boulevard

Joseph McCarthy

Joseph McCarthy

19081957

American politician and senator from Wisconsin known for his anti-communist campaign during the Cold War, which led to the term "McCarthyism"