Famous people and celebrities who died on August 18

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on August 18. On this day, we honor the lives and legacies of notable figures from various fields who left an indelible mark on the world. Explore our list to learn about their remarkable contributions and celebrate their enduring impact.

• 1642 Guido Reni

  Italian Baroque painter known for his religious works.

• 1940 Walter Chrysler

  American industrialist who founded chrysler corporation. he also ran the company between 1925-1935. he started his career at buick in 1912. four years later, he became president. after that, he worked as vice-president at general motors. chrysler was a millionaire when he retired at the age of 45. he produced the first automobile bearing his name four years later.

• 1963 Clifford Odets

  Prominent American playwright of the 1930s whose works critically examined social issues during the Great Depression. His most famous plays include 'Waiting for Lefty', 'Awake and Sing', and 'Golden Boy', which explored themes of economic struggle and personal aspiration.

• 1969 Mildred Davis

  Silent film actress known for comedy films, particularly her work with Harold Lloyd in the 1920s. She appeared in numerous comedic shorts and was a prominent figure in early Hollywood cinema.

• 1977 Tibor Déry

  Tibor Déry was a prominent Hungarian novelist and playwright who was known for his experimental and politically-charged works.

• 1979 Vasantrao Naik

  Prominent Indian politician who served as the 3rd Chief Minister of Maharashtra from 1963 to 1975, playing a significant role in the state's political development.

• 1981 Anita Loos

  Pioneering American screenwriter and author best known for her work on 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.'

• 1982 Beverly Bayne

  Actress (romeo & juliet: passionate youth), died at 87

• 1983 Nikolaus Pevsner

  Nikolaus Pevsner was a renowned art and architectural historian who revolutionized the understanding of British architectural heritage through his comprehensive county guides. His seminal work, The Buildings of England, remains a definitive reference for architectural scholars and enthusiasts. Pevsner's scholarly contributions significantly influenced architectural research and preservation in the 20th century.

• 1988 Frederick Ashton

  Renowned British choreographer who significantly influenced 20th-century ballet, creating numerous iconic works for the Royal Ballet.

• 1990 B. F. Skinner

  Renowned American psychologist and behaviorist who developed the Skinner Box and made groundbreaking contributions to behavioral psychology. He was a professor at Harvard University and significantly influenced understanding of human and animal behavior through operant conditioning.

• 1992 Christopher McCandless

  American adventurer whose life story inspired the book and film 'Into the Wild'. He journeyed into the Alaskan wilderness and tragically died in 1992.

• 1994 Richard Laurence Millington Synge

  Nobel Prize laureate for their invention of partition chromatography

• 1998 Persis Khambatta

  Persis Khambatta was an acclaimed Indian actress and model who gained international recognition for her striking beauty and memorable role as the bald navigator Lieutenant Ilia in Star Trek: The Motion Picture.

• 2003 Tony Jackson

  English rock musician and bass player of the popular 1960s beat group The Searchers, known for hits like 'Needles and Pins'.

• 2004 Elmer Bernstein

  Legendary film composer who created memorable scores for numerous classic movies, significantly contributing to the golden age of Hollywood film music.

• 2004 Hiram Fong

  Hiram Fong was a prominent Hawaiian-American politician who served as a United States Senator from Hawaii and was a key figure in Hawaiian politics.

• 2009 Robert Novak

  Prominent American political journalist and conservative commentator known for his influential syndicated column and political analysis.

• 2009 Kim Dae-jung

  South Korean politician who served as the 8th President of South Korea from 1998 to 2003, and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to promote democracy and reconciliation with North Korea.

• 2010 Scott Davis

  American track and field announcer with a professional career in sports broadcasting.

• 2014 Don Pardo

  Don Pardo was an iconic American radio and television announcer best known for his legendary work on Saturday Night Live, where his distinctive voice became synonymous with the show for decades.

• 2014 Jim Jeffords

  American politician who dramatically switched from Republican to Independent in 2001, causing a significant shift in the Senate's political balance and challenging President Bush's policies.

• 2015 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.

• 2018 Kofi Annan

  Ghanaian diplomat who served as UN Secretary-General from 1997 to 2006. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2001 for his humanitarian work and efforts to strengthen the United Nations.

• 2018 Kofi Atta Annan

  Nobel Prize laureate for their work for a better organized and more peaceful world

• 2019 Kathleen Blanco

  Kathleen Blanco was a prominent Louisiana politician who served as the state's first female governor from 2004 to 2008, notably leading during the challenging aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

• 2020 Ben Cross

  Ben Cross was a prominent English actor known for his roles in films like 'Chariots of Fire' and stage performances. He had a successful career spanning several decades in theater, film, and television.