Actresses who died on August 18

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

• 1969 Mildred Davis

  Mildred Davis was an American actress best known for her leading roles in silent comedies, particularly as the screen partner and wife of comedian Harold Lloyd. [bio]

• 1998 Persis Khambatta

  Persis Khambatta was an Indian actress and model, best known internationally for her role as Lieutenant Ilia in 'Star Trek: The Motion Picture' (1979). She won acclaim both in India and abroad as a beauty pageant winner and pioneering South Asian actress in Hollywood. [bio]