Actors who died on August 11

Take a focused look at the actors who passed away on August 11. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1994 Peter Cushing

  Peter Cushing was a renowned English actor, celebrated for his roles in classic horror films produced by Hammer Films, as well as for portraying Grand Moff Tarkin in 'Star Wars' (1977). He was widely respected for his versatility and presence on stage and screen. [bio]

• 1995 Phil Harris

  Renowned American singer, voice actor, and comedian best known for his work on the Jack Benny Show and as a popular radio personality in the...