Famous people and celebrities who died in August 2015

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in August 2015. This month marked the loss of influential and beloved figures whose contributions spanned various fields and touched many lives. Explore our detailed list to remember and celebrate their enduring legacies and the remarkable impact they had on the world

• Aug. 1 Cilla Black

  Iconic British singer and television presenter who rose to fame in the 1960s. She was closely associated with the Beatles and Liverpool music scene, becoming a popular entertainer with numerous hit songs and successful TV shows.

• Aug. 1 Bernard d'Espagnat

  Renowned French physicist and philosopher who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics and the philosophical interpretation of quantum theory.

• Aug. 4 Billy Sherrill

  Influential American record producer, songwriter, and arranger who significantly shaped the country music genre during his career.

• Aug. 7 Frances Kelsey

  Renowned FDA pharmacologist who prevented the approval of thalidomide in the United States, saving thousands of babies from severe birth defects.

• Aug. 7 Louise Suggs

  Louise Suggs was a pioneering American professional golfer who co-founded the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) in 1950. She was instrumental in establishing women's professional golf as a respected and competitive sport.

• Aug. 9 Frank Gifford

  Legendary NFL player for the New York Giants and later a prominent ABC sportscaster. He was a Hall of Fame football player who set multiple NFL records and was named MVP in 1956.

• Aug. 9 John Henry Holland

  Pioneering computer scientist known for his work on genetic algorithms and complex adaptive systems, a key figure in artificial intelligence research.

• Aug. 10 Buddy Baker

  Renowned American sportscaster and NASCAR race car driver who was active in motorsports during the mid-20th century.

• Aug. 11 Harald Nielsen

  Danish soccer player who won a silver medal at the 1960 Olympics, representing Denmark's national team.

• Aug. 12 Stephen Lewis

  Prominent Canadian diplomat and politician who served as the 14th Canadian Ambassador to the United Nations, known for his significant international advocacy work.

• Aug. 12 Jaakko Hintikka

  Influential Finnish logician and philosopher who made significant contributions to modal logic, epistemology, and philosophical logic.

• Aug. 13 Om Prakash Munjal

  Prominent Indian businessman who co-founded Hero Cycles, one of India's largest bicycle manufacturers, and was known for his significant contributions to the Indian industrial sector.

• Aug. 14 Bob Johnston

  Legendary American record producer who significantly influenced folk and country music, working with iconic artists like Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, and Leonard Cohen.

• Aug. 15 Julian Bond

  Prominent civil rights leader and politician who served in the Georgia state legislature and as chairman of the NAACP, working to revitalize the organization and advance social justice.

• Aug. 16 Jacob Bekenstein

  Renowned theoretical particle physicist who made significant contributions to physics, particularly in black hole thermodynamics and information theory.

• Aug. 17 Yvonne Craig

  Yvonne Craig was an American actress and dancer best known for her iconic role as Batgirl in the 1960s Batman television series, which made her a pop culture icon of the era.

• Aug. 17 László Paskai

  Hungarian cardinal who served an important role in the Catholic Church during the late 20th century.

• Aug. 18 Louis Stokes

  Louis Stokes was a prominent African American lawyer and politician who served as a Democratic U.S. Representative from Ohio for 30 years. He was the first Black congressman from Ohio and played a significant role in civil rights and urban policy.

• Aug. 21 Jimmy Evert

  Jimmy Evert was an influential American tennis coach and player who significantly contributed to the development of tennis, particularly through his role in coaching his daughter Chris Evert, one of the most successful female tennis players in history.

• Aug. 23 Guy Ligier

  Versatile French sportsman who excelled as a rugby player and later became a prominent Formula One team owner and racing driver.

• Aug. 24 Justin Wilson

  Famous Cajun chef, cookbook author, and television personality who popularized Louisiana cuisine nationwide.

• Aug. 25 Francis Sejersted

  Prominent Norwegian historian and academic who served as chairman of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, playing a significant role in the Nobel Peace Prize selection process.

• Aug. 26 Amelia Boynton Robinson

  Prominent civil rights activist who was a key figure in the Selma to Montgomery marches, fighting for African American voting rights during the Civil Rights Movement.

• Aug. 27 Darryl Dawkins

  Darryl Dawkins was a legendary NBA player known as 'Chocolate Thunder', famous for his powerful, rim-shattering dunks that often broke backboards. He played for teams like the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Nets during the 1970s and 1980s, becoming an iconic figure in basketball history.

• Aug. 28 Al Arbour

  Al Arbour was a legendary ice hockey coach and player, best known for his successful tenure with the New York Islanders, where he led the team to four consecutive Stanley Cup championships.

• Aug. 29 Wayne Dyer

  Wayne Dyer was a renowned American self-help author and motivational speaker who revolutionized personal development literature with his bestselling book 'Your Erroneous Zones'. He was a prominent figure in the self-help movement, inspiring millions through his books and public television appearances.

• Aug. 30 Wes Craven

  Legendary horror film director who revolutionized the genre with iconic movies like 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' and 'Scream'. He transformed horror cinema with innovative storytelling and memorable characters that became cultural touchstones.

• Aug. 30 Oliver Sacks

  Renowned neurologist, author, and professor who wrote groundbreaking books about neurological disorders, including 'The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat'.

• Aug. 30 Marvin Mandel

  American politician who served as the 56th Governor of Maryland from 1969 to 1979, known for his significant political career and legal background.

• Aug. 31 Edward Douglas-Scott-Montagu

  3rd Baron Montagu of Beaulieu, a prominent English nobleman who was instrumental in preserving automotive heritage by founding the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. He was a passionate automotive historian and politician who significantly contributed to British cultural preservation.