Athletes who died on August 15

Take a focused look at the athletes who passed away on August 15. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2021 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]