Comedians who died on December 18

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

• 1997 Chris Farley

  Chris Farley was an American comedian and actor known for his energetic and physically comedic performances on 'Saturday Night Live' and in films such as 'Tommy Boy' and 'Black Sheep.' [bio]