Actors who died on August 13

Take a focused look at the actors who passed away on August 13. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2016 Kenny Baker

  Kenny Baker was an English actor and musician best known for portraying the droid R2-D2 in the Star Wars film series. His contribution to one of the most influential pop culture franchises made him an enduring figure in cinema history. [bio]