Actors who died on January 8

Take a focused look at the actors who passed away on January 8. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1975 John Gregson

  John Gregson was a well-known English actor, best remembered for his roles in British films of the 1950s and 1960s, particularly in Ealing comedies and as a leading man in popular postwar cinema. [bio]

• 1994 Pat Buttram

  Pat Buttram was a renowned American character actor best known for his comedic roles in Western films and television shows, particularly as...

• 2020 Edd Byrnes

  Edd Byrnes was an American actor best known for his role as 'Kookie' in the television series '77 Sunset Strip' and later for his role as Vince Fontaine in the film 'Grease'. He became a pop culture icon in the late 1950s and early 1960s due to his charismatic performances and unique persona. [bio]