Actors who died on August 18

Take a focused look at the actors who passed away on August 18. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2020 Ben Cross

  Ben Cross was an English actor best known for his starring role as athlete Harold Abrahams in the Oscar-winning film 'Chariots of Fire' (1981). His career spanned stage, film, and television, with notable appearances in both British and international productions. [bio]