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. 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...

• 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.

• Aug. 8 Bill Davis

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

• Aug. 9 Zairaini Sarbini

  Malaysian voice actress (b. 1972).

• Aug. 9 Pat Hitchcock

  English actress and producer (b. 1928).

• Aug. 9 Killer Kau

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

• Aug. 10 Tony Esposito

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

• Aug. 13 Nanci Griffith

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

• Aug. 13 Gino Strada
• 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 renowned for his prolific scoring abilities, earning the nickname 'Der Bomber.' He is widely considered one of the greatest strikers in the history of football, with an unmatched goal record at both club and international level. [bio]

• 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

  Charlie Watts was an English drummer best known as a founding member of the Rolling Stones, one of the most influential and enduring rock bands in history. Renowned for his unique blend of jazz and rock drumming, Watts played with the group from 1963 until his death in 2021, contributing significantly to their signature sound and global success. [bio]

• Aug. 27 Edmond H. Fischer

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

• Aug. 29 Edward Asner

  Edward Asner was a highly respected American actor and voice artist, best known for his role as Lou Grant on both 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' and its spinoff 'Lou Grant.' Throughout a career spanning more than six decades, Asner earned acclaim for his work on television, in film, and as a voice actor, notably as the voice of Carl … [bio]

• Aug. 29 Lee Perry (Scratch)

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

• 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.

• Aug. 31 Michael Constantine

  Michael Constantine was an American actor best known for his role as Kostas "Gus" Portokalos in the film 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding' and its sequel. He had a prolific career in film, television, and stage, spanning over six decades. [bio]

• Aug. 31 Francesco Morini

  Italian footballer (b. 1944).