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Events on Thursday 24 July 1980 1
1925 – 1980Peter Sellers (1925-1980)Died 24 July 1980, aged 54British comedian and actor best known for playing Inspector Clouseau in the Pink Panther film series and for his roles in Dr. Strangelove. His versatile character work made him one of the most acclaimed comic actors of his generation. He died of a heart attack in London.