Actors who died on August 12

Take a focused look at the actors who passed away on August 12. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1982 Henry Fonda

  Henry Fonda was an acclaimed American film and stage actor with a career spanning five decades. Renowned for his naturalistic style and ability to portray principled, upstanding characters, Fonda is remembered as one of Hollywood's leading men and the patriarch of the Fonda acting dynasty. [bio]

• 2004 Peter Woodthorpe

  Peter Woodthorpe was an English actor known for his extensive work in film, television, radio, and stage, particularly for his roles in classic British productions and as a distinguished voice artist. [bio]