Politicians who died on August 18

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

• 1979 Vasantrao Naik

  Prominent Indian politician who served as the 3rd Chief Minister of Maharashtra from 1963 to 1975, playing a significant role in the state's...

• 2004 Hiram Fong

  Hiram Fong was a prominent Hawaiian-American politician who served as a United States Senator from Hawaii and was a key figure in Hawaiian...

• 2019 Kathleen Blanco

  Kathleen Blanco was a prominent Louisiana politician who served as the state's first female governor from 2004 to 2008, notably leading...