Actors who died on May 14

Take a focused look at the actors who passed away on May 14. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1982 Hugh Beaumont

  Hugh Beaumont was an American actor and television director best known for his role as Ward Cleaver, the father figure on the classic television series 'Leave It to Beaver.' [bio]

• 2003 Robert Stack

  Robert Stack was an American actor, television host, and sportsman, best known for starring in the television crime drama 'The Untouchables' and hosting 'Unsolved Mysteries.' His deep voice and intense persona became iconic in American television history. [bio]

• 2017 Powers Boothe

  Powers Boothe was an American actor known for his portrayals of complex villainous characters in film and television. He won an Emmy Award for his performance in 'Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones' and was also notable for his roles in 'Deadwood,' 'Tombstone,' and 'Sin City.' [bio]