Famous people and celebrities who died in August 2021

This page is dedicated to commemorating the celebrities and famous people who passed away in August 2021. 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 Abdalqadir as-Sufi

  Scottish islamic scholar and writer (b. 1930)

• Aug. 1 Jerry Ziesmer

  American assistant director, production manager and occasional actor (b. 1939)

• Aug. 4 John Eustace Theodore Brancker

  Lawyer / parliamentarian

• Aug. 7 Markie Post

  Markie Post was an acclaimed American television actress known for her memorable roles in popular 1980s sitcoms 'The Fall Guy' and 'Night Court', where she played public defender Christine Sullivan.

• Aug. 7 Trevor Moore

  American comedian (b. 1980)

• Aug. 8 Jaan Kaplinski

  Renowned Estonian poet, essayist, and translator who significantly contributed to contemporary Baltic literature. His philosophical and environmentally conscious poetry explored complex themes of human existence and nature. Kaplinski was also a prominent intellectual and cultural figure in Estonia during the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

• Aug. 8 Bill Davis

  Canadian politician, 18th premier of ontario (b. 1929)

• Aug. 9 Killer Kau

  South african rapper, dancer and record producer (b. 1998)

• Aug. 9 Zairaini Sarbini

  Malaysian voice actress (b. 1972)

• Aug. 9 Pat Hitchcock

  English actress and producer (b. 1928)

• Aug. 10 Tony Esposito

  Legendary NHL goaltender who played for the Montreal Canadiens and Chicago Black Hawks, known for his innovative butterfly style of goaltending that revolutionized the position.

• Aug. 13 Nanci Griffith

  Grammy Award-winning folk and country singer-songwriter known for her distinctive voice and storytelling style, who significantly influenced the Americana music genre.

• Aug. 14 Michael Aung-Thwin

  American historian and scholar of burmese and southeast asian history (b. 1946)

• Aug. 15 Gerd Müller

  Gerd Müller was a legendary German footballer known as 'Der Bomber' for his extraordinary goal-scoring prowess. He scored 365 goals in 427 Bundesliga matches and was crucial to Bayern Munich's and Germany's success in the 1970s. He is considered one of the greatest strikers in football history.

• Aug. 16 Sean Lock

  Renowned English comedian and writer known for his dark humor and appearances on panel shows like '8 Out of 10 Cats'.

• Aug. 19 Sonny Chiba

  Legendary Japanese actor and martial artist famous for his iconic roles in martial arts films, particularly the 'Street Fighter' series.

• Aug. 20 Igor Vovkovinskiy

  Ukrainian-american law student and actor, american tallest person (b. 1982)

• Aug. 24 Charlie Watts

  Legendary drummer of the Rolling Stones, one of the most influential rock bands in history. He was a key member of the group from 1963 until his death in 2021, known for his distinctive jazz-influenced drumming style.

• Aug. 27 Edmond H. Fischer

  Nobel Prize laureate for their discoveries concerning reversible protein phosphorylation as a biological regulatory mechanism

• Aug. 29 Edward Asner

  Edward Asner was a renowned American actor best known for his Emmy-winning role as Lou Grant in 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' and its spin-off series. He was a prolific television and film actor with a career spanning several decades.

• Aug. 29 Lee Perry (Scratch)

  Lee 'Scratch' Perry was a legendary Jamaican music producer, singer, and songwriter who significantly influenced reggae and dub music, pioneering innovative recording techniques.

• Aug. 29 Jacques Rogge

  Belgian surgeon and former Olympic sailor who served as the 8th President of the International Olympic Committee from 2001 to 2013. He was a significant leader in the global sports administration and Olympic movement.

• Aug. 31 Michael Constantine

  Renowned Greek-American actor known for his roles in 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding' and numerous television and film appearances. He had a long and distinguished career spanning several decades.

• Aug. 31 Francesco Morini

  Italian footballer (b. 1944)