Remembering the Stars We Lost in 2019

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Jerry Herman

Jerry Herman.Manuel Balce Ceneta/AP/Shutterstock

The Tony Award-winning Broadway composer behindHello, Dolly!,died in Miami, Florida on Dec. 27. He was 88.

Herman’s goddaughter confirmed his death from pulmonary complications toThe Associated Presson Friday.

Born in New York City in 1931, the legendary composer worked on several iconic Broadway shows throughout his career, includingHello, Dolly!(1964) andLa Cage aux Folles(1983) — both of which earned him Tony Awards for best musical. He was nominated a total of five times.

In addition to his Tony Awards, Herman also won twoGrammy Awardsfor the cast album ofMameand song of the year forHello, Dolly!

He is the only composer to have had three original Broadway productions running at the same time —Hello, Dolly!, Mame,andDear Worldall ran from February to May in 1969.

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Kushal Punjabi

Kushal Punjabi.Yogen Shah/The India Today Group/Getty

Punjabi was best known for popular Bollywood films includingLakshya(2004),Kaal(2005) andSalaam-E-Ishq(2007) in which he co-starred with Priyanka Chopra.

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Sue Lyon

Sue Lyon.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images

Best known as the star of Stanley Kubrick’s screen adaptation ofLolita, the actressdied in Los Angeleson Dec. 26. She was 73.

A longtime friend of the actress toldTheNew York Timesthat her health had been declining for a while.

Lyon’s acting career spanned 1959 to 1980, with her breakout role being the titular character in 1962’sLolita. The role earned her a Golden Globe award for most promising female newcomer and the 1963 awards ceremony.

She continued to work with notable directors in her next two films, including John Ford’s7 Womenand John Huston’sThe Night of the Iguana.

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Ari Behn

Ari Behn.Nigel Waldron/Getty

Behn and Princess Martha Louise were married for 14 years before officially divorcing in 2016. They share three daughters: Maud Angelica, 16, Leah Isadora, 14, and Emma Tallulah, 11.

Princess Martha Louise’s parents, King Harald and Queen Sonja, said in a statement that Behn was “an important part of our family for many years, and we carry warm, fond memories of him.” They added, “We are grateful that we got to know him. We grieve that our grandchildren have now lost their beloved father - and have deep compassion for his parents and siblings, who have now lost their beloved son and brother.”

In addition to his work as an author — he wrote three novels, three collections of short stories and three plays - Behn also foundsuccess as an artist, selling a number of paintings in recent years.

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Melanie Panayiotou

George Michael (left) and his sister Melanie Panayiotou.Pip-Landmark Media/Landmark Media/Newscom via ZUMA

Three years to the day after George Michael’s death on Christmas in 2016, his sister Melaniewas found deadin her London home. She was 55.

Panayiotou’s family also confirmed her death.

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Lee Mendelson

Lee Mendelson.Beck Starr/WireImage

The Emmy-winning producer behind more than 50 animatedCharlie Browntelevision specialsdied on Christmasat age 86, multiple outlets reported.

Mendelson passed away at his home in Hillsborough, California, following a battle with cancer, according toVariety.

In addition to producing other beloved holiday specials like 1973’s Thanksgiving episode and 1966’sIt’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, Mendelson is perhaps best known forA Charlie Brown Christmas, the 1965 classic for which he also penned the lyrics to “Christmas Time Is Here.”

“It wasn’t great for us, but to have him pass on Christmas really ties into his history and legacy,” one of his sons, Jason Mendelson, told thePalo Alto Daily Postof the significant timing of his father’s passing.

07of 146Allee WillisAllee Willis.Maryanne Bilham Photography/RedfernsThe songwriter, who was best known for writing hits for acts like Earth, Wind & Fire, James Brown andPatti LaBelle, hasdied at 72. She passed on Dec. 24 after suffering cardiac arrest in L.A.,Varietyreported.Willis' death was confirmed on her personal Instagram page, where a spokespersonwrote, “We are extremely shocked and devastated to share this news.“Last year, Willis was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, at which time she reflected on her career toThe New York Times, as well as shared her upcoming goals, in a profile from the newspaper.“I want to do more things that involve everything I do: the music, the art, the technology, the social aspect of things,” said Willis at the time. “I want to be able to move quicker, so no more huge, self-funded projects.“She added: “Life is too short, and I am too tired!”

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Allee Willis

Allee Willis.Maryanne Bilham Photography/Redferns

The songwriter, who was best known for writing hits for acts like Earth, Wind & Fire, James Brown andPatti LaBelle, hasdied at 72. She passed on Dec. 24 after suffering cardiac arrest in L.A.,Varietyreported.

Willis' death was confirmed on her personal Instagram page, where a spokespersonwrote, “We are extremely shocked and devastated to share this news.”

Last year, Willis was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, at which time she reflected on her career toThe New York Times, as well as shared her upcoming goals, in a profile from the newspaper.

“I want to do more things that involve everything I do: the music, the art, the technology, the social aspect of things,” said Willis at the time. “I want to be able to move quicker, so no more huge, self-funded projects.”

She added: “Life is too short, and I am too tired!”

08of 146Johanna LindseyJohanna Lindsey.The prolific romance writer died at 67 from complications for treatment for stage 4 lung cancer, according toThe New York Times.Lindsey died on Oct. 27 but the family was too devastated to announce the news at the time.Lindsey wrote nearly 60 romance novels, beginning with 1977’sCaptive Bride.Her novels sold more than 60 million copies worldwide, according to publisher Simon & Schuster, and nearly every single one of her books achieved best-seller status.“Johanna Lindsey was one of the most powerful voices of the romance genre, and at a critically important time,” best-selling author Sarah MacLean said in an exclusive statement toEntertainment Weekly. “As the women’s movement revolutionized homes and workplaces in the late ’80s and early ’90s, Johanna’s strong, feminist heroines were revolutionaries in their own right — fighting for partnership, respect, and happily ever after. These were heroines who captained their own fate…they lived fearlessly, fought passionately, and loved with abandon…and they inspired millions of us to do the same.”

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Johanna Lindsey

Johanna Lindsey.

The prolific romance writer died at 67 from complications for treatment for stage 4 lung cancer, according toThe New York Times.Lindsey died on Oct. 27 but the family was too devastated to announce the news at the time.

Lindsey wrote nearly 60 romance novels, beginning with 1977’sCaptive Bride.Her novels sold more than 60 million copies worldwide, according to publisher Simon & Schuster, and nearly every single one of her books achieved best-seller status.

“Johanna Lindsey was one of the most powerful voices of the romance genre, and at a critically important time,” best-selling author Sarah MacLean said in an exclusive statement toEntertainment Weekly. “As the women’s movement revolutionized homes and workplaces in the late ’80s and early ’90s, Johanna’s strong, feminist heroines were revolutionaries in their own right — fighting for partnership, respect, and happily ever after. These were heroines who captained their own fate…they lived fearlessly, fought passionately, and loved with abandon…and they inspired millions of us to do the same.”

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Junior Johnson

Junior Johnson.Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images

The legendary racer hasdiedat 88,according to NASCAR.

Jim France, the chairman and CEO of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, confirmed Johnson’s death in a statement on Twitter on Dec. 20.

“Junior Johnson truly was the ‘Last American Hero,'“he said. “From his early days running moonshine through the end of his life, Junior wholly embodied the NASCAR spirit.”

Johnson had been in declining health and had entered hospice care prior to his death,according to the racing association.

Johnson won 50 races — including the 1960 Daytona 500 — as a driver and six championships as a team owner. He was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame in 1990 and the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America in 1991. In 2010, he was one of the first drivers to be inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame.

10of 146Chuy BravoChuy Bravo (left) with Chelsea Handler.Michael Tullberg/Getty ImagesThe star, who was best known for his role alongsideChelsea Handleron her E! series,Chelsea Lately, died at the Centro Médico Dalinde in Mexico City at 8:20 a.m. on Dec. 15,PEOPLEconfirms. He was 63. (Entertainment Tonightwas the first to report.)“Bravo’s family is devastated as they cope with his sudden loss. They are overwhelmed with the thoughts and prayers they have received and send their appreciation,” Bravo’s rep said in a statement.Shortly after news of his death, Handlershared a tributeto Bravo, recalling his laughter and how much she valued their friendship.“I loved this nugget in a big way, and I took great pleasure in how many people loved him as much as I did and do. @chuybravo gave us so much laughter and I’ll never forget the sound of his laughter coming from his office into mine,” she wrote alongside a collage of photos of the pair.

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Chuy Bravo

Chuy Bravo (left) with Chelsea Handler.Michael Tullberg/Getty Images

The star, who was best known for his role alongsideChelsea Handleron her E! series,Chelsea Lately, died at the Centro Médico Dalinde in Mexico City at 8:20 a.m. on Dec. 15,PEOPLEconfirms. He was 63. (Entertainment Tonightwas the first to report.)

“Bravo’s family is devastated as they cope with his sudden loss. They are overwhelmed with the thoughts and prayers they have received and send their appreciation,” Bravo’s rep said in a statement.

Shortly after news of his death, Handlershared a tributeto Bravo, recalling his laughter and how much she valued their friendship.

“I loved this nugget in a big way, and I took great pleasure in how many people loved him as much as I did and do. @chuybravo gave us so much laughter and I’ll never forget the sound of his laughter coming from his office into mine,” she wrote alongside a collage of photos of the pair.

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Danny Aiello

Danny Aiello.George Pimentel/Getty

The Oscar-nominated actor, best known for movies includingDo the Right ThingandMoonstruck, died on Dec. 12 at 86 years old,PEOPLE confirmed.

According toTMZ, Aiello died at a medical facility in New Jersey. The actor was in the facility being treated for a sudden illness and had suffered an infection related to his treatment, the outlet reported.

Though Aiello is best known for his role inDo the Right Thing, he also starred in movies includingMoonstruck,Hudson HawkandJacob’s Ladder, and enjoyed a career on the stage.

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René Auberjonois

René Auberjonois.Noam Galai/WireImage

The actor known for his roles inStar Trek: Deep Space Nine,Boston Legaland more hasdied. He was 79.

Auberjonois’ son, Rèmy-Luc Auberjonois, told the Associated Press that his father died at home on Dec. 8 after a battle with metastatic lung cancer.

An update to Auberjonois' official Twitter account confirmed the news,with a tweet reading, “(Minions say: We’re sad to confirm that René passed away today, Sunday, December 8).”

13of 146Juice WRLDJuice Wrld in September 2018.David Wolff - Patrick/RedfernsThebeloved young rapper diedon Dec. 8 at 21 years old,PEOPLEconfirmed.The Chicago-born artist, whose real name was Jarad Anthony Higgins, died after reportedly having a seizure at Chicago’s Midway Airport. Higgins reportedly remained conscious while en route to a local hospital,TMZreported. He was pronounced dead around 3:14 a.m. local time at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, a spokesperson for the Cook County Medical Examiner said.The spokesperson for the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed to PEOPLE that they had been “notified of the death of Jarad A. Higgins.” An autopsy has yet to be performed and his cause of death is not immediately known.

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Juice WRLD

Juice Wrld in September 2018.David Wolff - Patrick/Redferns

Thebeloved young rapper diedon Dec. 8 at 21 years old,PEOPLEconfirmed.

The Chicago-born artist, whose real name was Jarad Anthony Higgins, died after reportedly having a seizure at Chicago’s Midway Airport. Higgins reportedly remained conscious while en route to a local hospital,TMZreported. He was pronounced dead around 3:14 a.m. local time at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, a spokesperson for the Cook County Medical Examiner said.

The spokesperson for the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed to PEOPLE that they had been “notified of the death of Jarad A. Higgins.” An autopsy has yet to be performed and his cause of death is not immediately known.

14of 146Caroll SpinneyCaroll Spinney with Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch.Gil Vaknin/Sesame StreetThe original puppeteer behindSesame Street’s Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch hasdiedat 85, Sesame Workshopannouncedin a statement.According to the statement, Spinney died on Dec. 8 at his home in Connecticut after living with dystonia for some time. Dystonia is a movement disorder that affects a person’s muscles.“Caroll was an artistic genius whose kind and loving view of the world helped shape and defineSesame Streetfrom its earliest days in 1969 through five decades, and his legacy here at Sesame Workshop and in the cultural firmament will be unending,” the statement said.“His enormous talent and outsized heart were perfectly suited to playing the larger-than-life yellow bird who brought joy to generations of children and countless fans of all ages around the world, and his lovably cantankerous grouch gave us all permission to be cranky once in a while,” the statement added.

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Caroll Spinney

Caroll Spinney with Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch.Gil Vaknin/Sesame Street

The original puppeteer behindSesame Street’s Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch hasdiedat 85, Sesame Workshopannouncedin a statement.

According to the statement, Spinney died on Dec. 8 at his home in Connecticut after living with dystonia for some time. Dystonia is a movement disorder that affects a person’s muscles.

“Caroll was an artistic genius whose kind and loving view of the world helped shape and defineSesame Streetfrom its earliest days in 1969 through five decades, and his legacy here at Sesame Workshop and in the cultural firmament will be unending,” the statement said.

“His enormous talent and outsized heart were perfectly suited to playing the larger-than-life yellow bird who brought joy to generations of children and countless fans of all ages around the world, and his lovably cantankerous grouch gave us all permission to be cranky once in a while,” the statement added.

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Ron Leibman

Ron Leibman.NBC

Known for his role as Rachel Green’s father, Dr. Leonard Green, onFriends, Leibmandiedon Dec. 6 at 82. The star passed after battling pneumonia,The Hollywood Reporterreported.

His rep did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.

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Robert Walker Jr.

Robert Walker Jr.Ron Galella/Getty Images

TheStar Trekactordiedat 79. The drama seriesconfirmed the newson Twitter on Dec. 6, writing, “We are saddened to report the passing of Robert Walker Jr., the actor who played the titular role inStar Trek: The Original Seriesepisode ‘Charlie X.'” According to the show’s website, Walker’s family shared the devastating news. His cause of death is not immediately clear.

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Cha In-ha

The Korean actor, known for his roles inThe BankerandMiss Independent Ji Eun 2,died on Dec. 3 at 27 years old.

“We’re sincerely hurt that we’re sending this sad news to the people who have given Cha In-ha so much love and supported him until now,” said a spokesperson from the entertainment agency.

The spokesperson urged fans to refrain from speculating about the circumstances around Cha’s death while his family copes with their loss. They also revealed that a private funeral would be held in the coming days.

18of 146Laurel GriggsLaurel Griggs.Laurel Griggs/InstagramThe Broadway star died on Nov. 5 at the age of 13, according to herDignity Memorialpage.Her family toldThe Postthat she died in New York City after suffering a “massive asthma attack,” according toPage Six. The teenager was rushed to Mount Sinai Hospital, her grandfather, David B. Rivlin, told the outlet. Doctors were unable to revive her.Griggs made her Broadway debut at age 6 as Polly in Rob Ashford’s musical production ofCat on a Hot Tin Roofin 2013, oppositeScarlett Johansson, according to herIMDbpage.She is best known for her role as Ivanka in the Tony Award-winning musicalONCE.She performed the role for 17 months between 2013 and 2015.

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Laurel Griggs

Laurel Griggs.Laurel Griggs/Instagram

The Broadway star died on Nov. 5 at the age of 13, according to herDignity Memorialpage.

Her family toldThe Postthat she died in New York City after suffering a “massive asthma attack,” according toPage Six. The teenager was rushed to Mount Sinai Hospital, her grandfather, David B. Rivlin, told the outlet. Doctors were unable to revive her.

Griggs made her Broadway debut at age 6 as Polly in Rob Ashford’s musical production ofCat on a Hot Tin Roofin 2013, oppositeScarlett Johansson, according to herIMDbpage.

She is best known for her role as Ivanka in the Tony Award-winning musicalONCE.She performed the role for 17 months between 2013 and 2015.

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William Wintersole

William Wintersole.Kathy Hutchins/Hutchins Photo

The belovedYoung and the RestlessandGeneral Hospitalsoap stardiedon Nov. 5 at 88 years old, his daughter Tiffany Harmon announced on Facebook. The actor died peacefully at his home in L.A., where he had lived for more than 40 years.

“My beautiful father, William Wintersole, passed in the stealth of the night at age 88. Tuesday 11/5/19,” Harmon wrote.

“I’m so glad that I got to share him on my show with my listeners,” she added. “As a Hollywood actor for 60 years, he touched many ppls lives. I did EVERYTHING I could for him..and that brings me peace. But alas…I miss him so. One love!”

20of 146Rudi BoeschRudi Boesch.Monty Brinton/CBS Photo Archive via GettyThe formerSurvivorcontestant died at 91 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease,PEOPLEconfirmed on Nov. 2.Boesch, a former Navy Seal, was cast on the inaugural season of the long-running reality show in 2000. Then 72, Boesch finished the season in third place and quickly became a fan favorite due to his lovably cantankerous persona.“Ours was an interesting bond, Dear Rudy! You and I helped open minds and undermine predjudces [sic]. While your time here has passed, you will remain loved and iconic, dear friend!” Boesch’s closestSurvivorallyRichard Hatch tweeted.More than 51 million people watched the final episode, in which Boesch was eliminated after losing the final immunity challenge. He proved so popular that he was brought back for the show’s eighth season,Survivor: All Stars.He was the second contestant voted out of that season.

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Rudi Boesch

Rudi Boesch.Monty Brinton/CBS Photo Archive via Getty

The formerSurvivorcontestant died at 91 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease,PEOPLEconfirmed on Nov. 2.

Boesch, a former Navy Seal, was cast on the inaugural season of the long-running reality show in 2000. Then 72, Boesch finished the season in third place and quickly became a fan favorite due to his lovably cantankerous persona.

“Ours was an interesting bond, Dear Rudy! You and I helped open minds and undermine predjudces [sic]. While your time here has passed, you will remain loved and iconic, dear friend!” Boesch’s closestSurvivorallyRichard Hatch tweeted.

More than 51 million people watched the final episode, in which Boesch was eliminated after losing the final immunity challenge. He proved so popular that he was brought back for the show’s eighth season,Survivor: All Stars.He was the second contestant voted out of that season.

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John Witherspoon

The actor and comediandiedat his home in Sherman Oaks, California on Oct. 29. He was 77.

“He was a legend in the entertainment industry, and a father figure to all who watched him over the years. We love you ‘POPS’ always & forever,” the statement concluded.

A cause of death is not immediately clear.

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Rep. Elijah Cummings

According to the statement, Cummings — who was also a prominent civil rights leader — died at 2:30 a.m. local time at Gilchrist Hospice Care, a Johns Hopkins affiliate in Baltimore, after “complications concerning longstanding health challenges.“The Baltimore Sunreported that he had recently undergone an unspecified medical procedure and had not returned to his office this week as was expected.

The politician had served in the House of Representatives for decades and recently had served as the Chair of the House Oversight Committee, helping to oversee theimpeachment inquiryintoPresident Trump.

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Bob Kingsley

Bob Kingsley.

The National Radio Hall of Fame broadcasterdiedon Oct. 17 while receiving treatment for bladder cancer. He was 80.

Kingsley died at his home in Weatherford, Texas, just one week after he announced his diagnosis and that he would be stepping away from his syndicated radio show,Bob Kingsley’s Country Top 40on Oct. 9.

“While there is no doubt that the immediate road ahead will push me and challenge my resolve, I want you to know I am blessed to be working with the very best in the medical profession, and they have a plan to deal with this awful disease,” he wrote in a post shared on the Country Top 40 website. “I have no intention of stopping anytime soon, but for a moment, I need to ask for your patience as I step away from the mic and focus on my treatment.”

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Patrick Day

Patrick Day.Edward Diller/Icon Sportswire/Getty

The boxerdiedafter suffering a traumatic brain injury during his USBA super welterweight title fight in Chicago, which was held on Oct. 12 and took place four days prior to his death. He was 27.

Day was competing against Charles Conwell — a 2016 U.S. Olympian — when he was struck behind the ear,Sports IllustratedandUSA Todayreported.

Dibella Entertainmentannounced his deathin a statement, writing, “Day passed away today, succumbing to the traumatic brain injury he suffered in his fight this past Saturday.”

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Sulli

Sulli.Han Myung-Gu/WireImage

The former member of the popular K-Pop girl group f(x) wasfound deadin her Sujeong-gu apartment on Oct. 14. She was 25.

Until then, Sulli’s talent agency, SM Entertainment, has asked fans not to jump to conclusions.

She went on to say that she continues to pretend to be happy, and “simply live a two-sided life.”

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Stephen Moore

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxystardiedat 81.

“Our thoughts are with his family and our memories of him will always make us smile,” he added. “RIP Stephen.”

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Robert Forster

Robert Forster.Emma McIntyre/Getty Images

The actor, known for his roles in films likeMulholland DriveandMedium Cool,diedin L.A. on Oct. 11 after battling brain cancer, a representative for the actor confirmed to PEOPLE. He was 78.

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Karen Pendleton

One of the original Mouseketeers onThe Mickey Mouse Club Housediedon Oct. 6 from a heart attack. She was 73.

Pendleton, who was just 8 years old when she joined the popular series, died in Fresno, Disney historian Lorraine Santoli shared. The star was one of the youngest members ever to join the cast and remained a regular for the entire show’s run on ABC from 1955 to 1959 — a feat that only nine children accomplished, including Annette Funicello.

29of 146Larry JunstromLarry Junstrom.Rich Gabrielson/WireImageOne of the founding members of southern rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and longtime bassist for the band .38 Specialdiedat the age of 70.The news was announced on Oct. 6 via a statement shared on .38 Special’sFacebook page. Junstrom had played with the group from 1977 until his retirement in 2014.“The Big Man on the Big Bass has left us,” the tribute message began. “He rocked arenas all over the world and succeeded in living his dream. He was truly one of a kind, a congenial traveling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits high — a kind man with a big heart for everyone who crossed his path. There will never be another like him. We are sending our devoted love, strength and comfort to his wife Thania and Larry’s family. We will miss our friend and partner.”

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Larry Junstrom

Larry Junstrom.Rich Gabrielson/WireImage

One of the founding members of southern rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and longtime bassist for the band .38 Specialdiedat the age of 70.

The news was announced on Oct. 6 via a statement shared on .38 Special’sFacebook page. Junstrom had played with the group from 1977 until his retirement in 2014.

“The Big Man on the Big Bass has left us,” the tribute message began. “He rocked arenas all over the world and succeeded in living his dream. He was truly one of a kind, a congenial traveling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits high — a kind man with a big heart for everyone who crossed his path. There will never be another like him. We are sending our devoted love, strength and comfort to his wife Thania and Larry’s family. We will miss our friend and partner.”

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Diahann Carroll

Diahann Carroll.Everett

The legendary actress died of cancer on Oct. 4 in L.A., her daughter, Susan Kay, confirmed toPEOPLE. She was 84.

Born Carol Diahann Johnson to subway motorman John and nurse Mabel Johnson in the Bronx, New York, Carroll grew up in Harlem, where her family moved when she was an infant. Carroll started her career at 15, modeling forEssencemagazine, but her heart was in performing: “I always knew I had to do something that was in front of an audience,” Carroll told PEOPLE in 2008.

Carroll told PEOPLE she found the pioneer label to be a complicated but tremendous blessing, particularly with regard toJulia. “The attention and responsibility were so stressful,” the actress-singer said in 2008. “But I’m enormously proud of that show.”

After decades in the spotlight, Carroll will long be remembered for her tremendous and trailblazing talent.

TheAPfirst reported news of her death.

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Michael James Ryan

Michael James Ryan.Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty

The songwriter and producer, famously known as Busbee, hasdiedat 43. News of his death broke on Sept 29.

Though a cause has yet to be reported, a friend toldVarietythat Ryan was undergoing treatment for glioblastoma — an aggressive brain tumor that last year took the life ofSen. John McCain— after being diagnosed with it over the summer.

During his prolific career in music, Ryan helped shape the sound of modern country music, creating hits for artists likeKeith Urban,Carrie Underwood,Blake Shelton,Florida Georgia Line,Garth Brooks,Rascal Flattsand more. Outside of country, he also worked with a number of pop artists likeChristina Aguilera,Gwen Stefani,Kelly Clarksonand theBackstreet Boys, and opened his own label, Altadena, under the Warner Records umbrella.

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Rob Garrison

Rob Garrison.Rob Garrison/Twitter

The actor, who starred as one of the Cobra Kai members in the hit 1984 filmThe Karate Kid, hasdiedat 59, according toEntertainment Weekly.

Garrison died the morning of Sept. 27 at a hospital in West Virginia after a month-long hospitalization due to kidney and liver failure,TMZreported.

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Linda Porter

Linda Porter.Dean Hendler/Disney Channel

The beloved actress, known for her roles inSuperstoreandTwin Peaks,diedon Sept. 25 at the age of 86.

Porter’s death comes after a long battle with cancer,Deadlinereported.

“Here’s hoping the angels don’t call cut right away because your best stuff always came at the end. We’ll miss you Linda Porter,“Superstorestar Ben Feldman tweeted.

Danny Gura, who plays Elias onSuperstore, wrote, “We lost a good one. R.I.P. Linda Porter, who was always smiling and always brightened up the Superstore set. This is a hard one. You will be missed.”

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Robert Hunter

Robert Hunter.Taylor Hill/WireImage

The longtime collaborator and lyricist for the Grateful Dead died on Sept. 23. He was 78.

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Carl Ruiz

Carl Ruiz.Facebook

“He was all about great times, great food and great friends,” Ruiz’s brother George wrote on behalf of their family. “Please remember his laugh and his wit.”

Ruiz’s sudden death has prompted many celebrities from the food world to come forward and share their favorite memories of the chef.

Alex Guarnaschelli: “This man was somehow fatherly, comforting, wise, reckless, brilliant, wickedly funny & unique all in 1. My life will be lonelier without him. Love you Carl. I’ll make sure no one puts pineapple on pizza best I can without you here. #rip @carlruiz”

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Peter Lindberg

Peter Lindbergh.Anita Bugge/WireImage

The famed fashion photographer, known for his stripped-back portraits that captured his subjects’ natural beauty, died on Sept. 3. He was 74.

“Heartbroken. 💔 R.I.P. my Peet. 🕊@therealpeterlindbergh 🙏🏻,” model Linda Evangelistawroteon Instagram.

“My heart is broken. Peter Lindbergh was a genius and an absolute master of his craft. But beyond that, what made him truly one of a kind was his consistent kindness, warmth, and incredible sense of humor,” Charlize Theroncaptionedher photo tribute. “One of the best human beings I have ever met. I will never forget you, my friend ❤️”

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David Koch

David Koch.Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty

The billionaire industrialist and philanthropistdiedon Aug. 23 at 79 after “many years of fighting various illnesses,” according to hisobituary.

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Joshua Lee Rosbach

Joshua Lee Rosbach (left) with his family.Captain Lee Rosbach/Instagram

The son ofBelow Deck’s Captain Lee died of an accidental drug overdose on July 22. He was 42.

“This past Saturday, my beloved wife Mary Anne and I laid our youngest son, Joshua Lee Rosbach to rest,” Lee wrote in the caption, on Monday, alongside aphoto of Joshua. “After a twenty year struggle, he finally succumbed to the demons he fought so long and so hard. Addiction is an insidious disease that knows no social status or geographic boundaries.”

“Whether you live in a 10,000 sq. ft. mansion or a double wide trailer, the path of death, destruction and devastation it leaves remains the same,” the post continued. “We loved Josh unconditionally and were proud of the man he had become in spite of his problems. There was no one i ever knew who gave more of himself to those in his life. He loved with all his being without expecting anything in return. We both feel a hole in our souls that will never be filled.”

According to an obituary posted onDignity Memorial, the 42-year-old died “in the comfort of his home.”

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Michael Kittredge II

Michael Kittredge II.Facebook

TheYankee Candle founder diedon July 24 at the age of 67.

“Mike loved nothing more than seeing other people experience happiness, and he delighted in sharing generously with others,” the statement said. “He was a consummate entertainer, and enjoyed hosting parties and gatherings large and small, all done with his distinctive zeal for quality and getting the tiniest details exactly right.”

40of 146Gabe KhouthGabe Khouth.Jack Rowand/Walt Disney Television via GettyThe actor, best known for his role as Sneezy/Tom Clark onABC’sOnce Upon a Time, died on July 23 at 46.According to his friend, actor Peter Kelamis, Khouth appeared to suffer from cardiac arrest while riding his motorcycle.“Gabe ALWAYS put a smile on everyone’s face,” Kelamistweetedabout his late friend. “My deepest condolences to his Family and friends. RIP-You kind, kind soul #Heartbroken #gonetoosoon.”

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Gabe Khouth

Gabe Khouth.Jack Rowand/Walt Disney Television via Getty

The actor, best known for his role as Sneezy/Tom Clark onABC’sOnce Upon a Time, died on July 23 at 46.

According to his friend, actor Peter Kelamis, Khouth appeared to suffer from cardiac arrest while riding his motorcycle.

“Gabe ALWAYS put a smile on everyone’s face,” Kelamistweetedabout his late friend. “My deepest condolences to his Family and friends. RIP-You kind, kind soul #Heartbroken #gonetoosoon.”

41of 146Mitch PetrusMitch Petrus.NFL via GettyThe former NFL player, who won the Super Bowl in 2011 with the New York Giants, has died. He was 32.Petrus died on July 18 at 10:45 p.m. after working outside at his family shop in Arkansas, a spokesperson for the Pulaski County Coroner Gerone Hobbs told PEOPLE.Petrus reportedly wasn’t feeling well and was taken to Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock, authorities say. His official cause of death is listed as heat stroke.

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Mitch Petrus

Mitch Petrus.NFL via Getty

The former NFL player, who won the Super Bowl in 2011 with the New York Giants, has died. He was 32.

Petrus died on July 18 at 10:45 p.m. after working outside at his family shop in Arkansas, a spokesperson for the Pulaski County Coroner Gerone Hobbs told PEOPLE.

Petrus reportedly wasn’t feeling well and was taken to Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock, authorities say. His official cause of death is listed as heat stroke.

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John Paul Stevens

John Paul Stevens.William Thomas Cain/Getty Images

The former Supreme Court Justice died on July 16. He was 99.

Stevens passed away “peacefully” at the Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the statement said. His daughters, Elizabeth Jane Sesemann and Susan Roberta Mullen, were with him when he died.

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Pernell Whitaker

Pernell Whitaker.The Ring Magazine via Getty

Police received a call on Sunday at 10:04 p.m. local time that there had been an accident between a vehicle and a pedestrian in Virginia Beach, authorities said in a news release.

The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene with police.

According to police, an investigation into the crash is still ongoing, although there is no further information available at this time.

44of 146Emily HartridgeEmily Hartridge.Emily Hartridge/InstagramThe YouTube star died on July 12, at the age of 35, in an electric scooter collision.An announcement was made on her officialInstagramaccount on Saturday.“Hi everyone. This is a horrible thing to have to say over Instagram but we know many of you were expecting to see Emily today and this is the only way to contact you all at once,” the post read.“Emily was involved in an accident yesterday and passed away. We all loved her to bits and she will never be forgotten. She has touched so many lives it’s hard to imagine things without her. She was a very special person,” the statement concluded.In a press release, the London Metropolitan Police said a woman in her 30s was involved in a fatal crash between a truck and an electric scooter and was pronounced dead at the scene.The Guardianreported that the woman was Hartridge and that the collision was “the first fatal collision involving an e-scooter in Britain.”

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Emily Hartridge

Emily Hartridge.Emily Hartridge/Instagram

The YouTube star died on July 12, at the age of 35, in an electric scooter collision.

An announcement was made on her officialInstagramaccount on Saturday.

“Hi everyone. This is a horrible thing to have to say over Instagram but we know many of you were expecting to see Emily today and this is the only way to contact you all at once,” the post read.

“Emily was involved in an accident yesterday and passed away. We all loved her to bits and she will never be forgotten. She has touched so many lives it’s hard to imagine things without her. She was a very special person,” the statement concluded.

In a press release, the London Metropolitan Police said a woman in her 30s was involved in a fatal crash between a truck and an electric scooter and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Guardianreported that the woman was Hartridge and that the collision was “the first fatal collision involving an e-scooter in Britain.”

45of 146Denise NickersonDenise Nickerson.Steve Granitz/WireImage. Inset: Wolper/Warner Bros/Kobal/REX/ShutterstockThe actress, best known for playing the gum-chewing Violet Beauregarde in 1971’sWilly Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, died on July 10. She was 62.Nickerson’s family announced her death ina Facebook postlate Wednesday night. “She’s gone,” Nickerson’s son Josh and his wife Jasmine said.On Wednesday morning, Nickerson’s family shared that the actresshad been taken off of life supportafter suffering from a severe stroke.“They just took off all the equipment. None of it was helping, but making her only more uncomfortable. We’re telling her it’s okay to let go,” the couple wrote on the page they created to provide updates on the actress' health.Nickerson’s family createda GoFundMefor medical expenses, including the actress' wish to “be cremated and her ashes made into a piece of glass art.”

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Denise Nickerson

Denise Nickerson.Steve Granitz/WireImage. Inset: Wolper/Warner Bros/Kobal/REX/Shutterstock

The actress, best known for playing the gum-chewing Violet Beauregarde in 1971’sWilly Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, died on July 10. She was 62.

Nickerson’s family announced her death ina Facebook postlate Wednesday night. “She’s gone,” Nickerson’s son Josh and his wife Jasmine said.

On Wednesday morning, Nickerson’s family shared that the actresshad been taken off of life supportafter suffering from a severe stroke.

“They just took off all the equipment. None of it was helping, but making her only more uncomfortable. We’re telling her it’s okay to let go,” the couple wrote on the page they created to provide updates on the actress' health.

Nickerson’s family createda GoFundMefor medical expenses, including the actress' wish to “be cremated and her ashes made into a piece of glass art.”

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Cameron Boyce

Cameron Boyce.David Mendez/Young Hollywood/Getty Images

The star of the Disney Channel franchiseDescendantsand the television seriesJessiedied on July 6. He was 20.

“He passed away in his sleep due to a seizure which was a result of an ongoing medical condition for which he was being treated. The world is now undoubtedly without one of its brightest lights, but his spirit will live on through the kindness and compassion of all who knew and loved him,” the family spokesperson said. “We are utterly heartbroken and ask for privacy during this immensely difficult time as we grieve the loss of our precious son and brother.”

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Martin Charnin

Martin Charnin.John Lamparski/WireImage

The Tony award-winning creator of the hit musicalAnniedied on July 6 after suffering from a heart attack, his daughter revealed. He was 84.

“Our father passed away. Martin Charnin lived a very full life. He was watchingFamily Feudat the end, laughing with Shelly in bed at the hospital,” Charnin’s daughter Sashawrote on Facebook. “He suffered a minor heart attack on the 3rd and tried to hold on for all us. His strength was astounding. He’s in a painless place, now.”

“We adored Daddy and not fully accepting it yet. He loved and lived his best!” Sasha continued. “But like he said and as corny as this sounds…the sun’ll will come out tomorrow. Rest In Peace, Daddy. We love you.”

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Eddie Jones

Eddie Jones.Everett Collection

The beloved actor, from the 1990s ABC seriesLois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman,died on July 6. He was 84.

“Our treasured longtime member, dear friend and trusted colleague, Eddie Jones, passed away today,” ITC said in a statement posted to its website on Saturday, July 6.

“Eddie was a true pillar of our company from its earliest days. An actor of keen wit and sharp instinct, when Eddie was onstage, you couldn’t keep your eyes off him. When he was off-stage, his broad, bright smile would light up the room,” the company’s statement continued.

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Rip Torn

Rip Torn.J. Vespa/WireImage

The legendary actor, known for his roles inMen in BlackandHercules, died on July 9. He was 88.

Torn died “peacefully” at his Lakeville, Connecticut home, a rep for the star confirmed to PEOPLE.

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Tyler Skaggs

Tyler Skaggs.Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images

The 27-year-old pitcher with the Los Angeles Angels was found dead on July 1, just two days after he pitched for the team at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.

“The Southlake Police Department responded to a call of an unconscious male in a room in the Hilton Hotel,” authorities confirmed in a statement. “Officers arrived and found the male unresponsive and he was pronounced deceased at the scene.”

Skaggs' cause of death has yet to be revealed. “At this time, no foul play is suspected. This investigation is ongoing,” police said.

“It is with great sorrow that we report Tyler Skaggs passed away earlier today in Texas,” the Angels said. “Tyler has, and always will be, an important part of the Angels family. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Carli and his entire family during this devastating time.”

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Beth Chapman

Duane “Dog” and Beth Chapman.Jason Merritt/Getty

“It’s 5:32 in Hawaii, this is the time she would wake up to go hike Koko Head mountain,“her husband tweeted. “Only today, she hiked the stairway to heaven. We all love you, Beth. See you on the other side.”

Beth was admitted to Hawaii’s Queen’s Medical Center on June 22 andput into a medically-induced coma, according to Hawaii News Now.

The couple publicly announced Beth’sstage II throat cancer diagnosisin September 2017.

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Jeff Austin

Jeff Austin.Getty Images

The bluegrass musician and mandolinistdied on June 24in Seattle after an unspecified “medical emergency.” He was 45.

Austin was best known for co-founding Yonder Mountain String Band in 1998 and remained a key member of the group until 2013. In 2015, he released his first and only solo album, titled “The Simple Truth.”

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Philippe Zdar

Philippe Zdar.Jean Baptiste Lacroix/WireImage

Zdar, the influential French music producer best known as one half of electro duo Cassius and for his work with artists ranging fromKanye Westto Phoenix,died in a freak accidentin Paris on June 19. He was 52.

Born Philippe Cerboneschi, Zdar teamed up with Hubert “Boom Bass” Blanc-Francard to form Cassius in 1988, and their debut album1999went on to shape the electronic music genre known as “French Touch.”

Zdar leaves behind wife Dyane Cerboneschi and three children.

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DJ Official

DJ Official.DJ Official Instagram

The Grammy award-winning producer, né Leslie André Wakefield Jr., waskilled in a shootingin Los Angeles on June 14.

According toVibe, DJ Official had recently welcomed a son, and had won a Grammy earlier this year for his work onCardi B’s albumInvasion of Privacy.

55of 146Gloria VanderbiltGloria Vanderbilt.CNN’s Anderson Cooper confirmedthe death of his mother— the heiress, socialite and fashion icon Gloria Vanderbilt — on the network on June 17. She was 95.Her son confirmed that Vanderbilt had cancer. “Love is what she believed in more than anything,” Cooper said in a CNN obituary. He continued, “Gloria Vanderbilt died as she lived: on her own terms.“As the daughter of railroad heir Reginald Vanderbilt and his second wife, Gloria Morgan, Vanderbilt grew up in the public eye before gaining notoriety for the $4.5 million she inherited when she turned 21. By the mid-1970s, she began to pursue a career in fashion, and became a pioneer of the industry for her iconic “Perfect Fit” denim jeans.

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Gloria Vanderbilt

Gloria Vanderbilt.

CNN’s Anderson Cooper confirmedthe death of his mother— the heiress, socialite and fashion icon Gloria Vanderbilt — on the network on June 17. She was 95.

Her son confirmed that Vanderbilt had cancer. “Love is what she believed in more than anything,” Cooper said in a CNN obituary. He continued, “Gloria Vanderbilt died as she lived: on her own terms.”

As the daughter of railroad heir Reginald Vanderbilt and his second wife, Gloria Morgan, Vanderbilt grew up in the public eye before gaining notoriety for the $4.5 million she inherited when she turned 21. By the mid-1970s, she began to pursue a career in fashion, and became a pioneer of the industry for her iconic “Perfect Fit” denim jeans.

56of 146Mary DuggarMary Duggar (center).Duggar Family/FacebookTheCounting Onfamily matriarch and mom of Jim Bob Duggardied of accidental drowningin a swimming pool on June 9. She was 78.Jim Bob’s sister Deanna “discovered her body and alerted authorities,” Washington County Coroner Roger W. Morris confirmed to PEOPLE.The Duggar family shared a tribute to Mary on their official Facebook page, highlighting her work as a prime real estate broker and her most cherished role of all — being “Grandma” to her 21 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.“She lived a tremendous life as a follower of Christ, a wife, a devoted mother, a loving mother-in-law, and a much-loved grandmother,” the post continued.

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Mary Duggar

Mary Duggar (center).Duggar Family/Facebook

TheCounting Onfamily matriarch and mom of Jim Bob Duggardied of accidental drowningin a swimming pool on June 9. She was 78.

Jim Bob’s sister Deanna “discovered her body and alerted authorities,” Washington County Coroner Roger W. Morris confirmed to PEOPLE.

The Duggar family shared a tribute to Mary on their official Facebook page, highlighting her work as a prime real estate broker and her most cherished role of all — being “Grandma” to her 21 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

“She lived a tremendous life as a follower of Christ, a wife, a devoted mother, a loving mother-in-law, and a much-loved grandmother,” the post continued.

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Sylvia Miles

Sylvia Miles.Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage

TheMidnight CowboyandFarewell, My Lovelyactressdied in Manhattanin an ambulance while en route to the hospital on June 12, her publicist Mauricio Padilha toldThe New York Times. She was 94.

58of 146Leon RedboneLeon Redbone.ABC Photo Archives/ABC via GettyEnigmatic cult singer Redbonedied on May 30 after a long and storied career as an archivist and historian of obscure, pre-recording-era American music. His age has been the source of debate for decades — the official announcement playfully claimed he was 127 — but mostreports state his age as 69.Redbone’s family confirmed his death in a message posted to his official website, which added a little humor while eulogizing the mysterious musician.“He departed our world with his guitar, his trusty companion Rover and a simple tip of his hat,” his family said in a statement. “He’s interested to see what Blind Blake, Emmett and Jelly Roll have been up to in his absence, and has plans for a rousing singalong number with Sári Barabás.”

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Leon Redbone

Leon Redbone.ABC Photo Archives/ABC via Getty

Enigmatic cult singer Redbonedied on May 30 after a long and storied career as an archivist and historian of obscure, pre-recording-era American music. His age has been the source of debate for decades — the official announcement playfully claimed he was 127 — but mostreports state his age as 69.

Redbone’s family confirmed his death in a message posted to his official website, which added a little humor while eulogizing the mysterious musician.

“He departed our world with his guitar, his trusty companion Rover and a simple tip of his hat,” his family said in a statement. “He’s interested to see what Blind Blake, Emmett and Jelly Roll have been up to in his absence, and has plans for a rousing singalong number with Sári Barabás.”

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Bill Buckner

Bill Buckner.Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty

Baseball player Buckner, known for his career as a first baseman, died on May 27 after a battle with Lewy Body Dementia. He was 69.

Buckner was an All-Star player who logged more than 2,700 career hits during his 22-season stretch in the major leagues.

60of 146Daniel WrightDaniel Wright.Chris Haston/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via GettyWright, a former contestant onThe Biggest Loser, died in late May nearly two years after first being diagnosed with cancer.He was 30.Wright, who competed on the seventh season of NBC’s weight-loss reality series, died on May 25 from leukemia, several of hisBiggest Losercostars confirmed on social media.“I am so so heartbroken to hear about Daniel Wright this morning. He has fought SO HARD during his battle with cancer & more,” former contestant Courtney Crozier Respess wrote on Facebook. “This man is one of the kindest people I have ever met & is a true difference maker in this world!”

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Daniel Wright

Daniel Wright.Chris Haston/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty

Wright, a former contestant onThe Biggest Loser, died in late May nearly two years after first being diagnosed with cancer.He was 30.

Wright, who competed on the seventh season of NBC’s weight-loss reality series, died on May 25 from leukemia, several of hisBiggest Losercostars confirmed on social media.

“I am so so heartbroken to hear about Daniel Wright this morning. He has fought SO HARD during his battle with cancer & more,” former contestant Courtney Crozier Respess wrote on Facebook. “This man is one of the kindest people I have ever met & is a true difference maker in this world!”

61of 146Gabriel DinizGabriel Diniz.Gabriel Diniz/InstagramLatin pop starDinizdied ina plane crashin Brazil in late May, his record label confirmed. He was 28 years old.The singer was reportedly flying from Salvador to his girlfriendKaroline Calheiros’s birthday party in Maceió on May 27 when the small plane he was a passenger on crashed in the town of Porto Do Mato, Estância, on the southern coast of Sergipe, Brazil.The military policeconfirmed to local news mediaGrupo Globo’s G1.com that Diniz, as well as pilots Linaldo Xavier and Abraão Farias were onboard and perished in the accident. A manager for Diniz did not immediately return PEOPLE’s request for comment.The cause of the crash is reportedly still under investigation.

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Gabriel Diniz

Gabriel Diniz.Gabriel Diniz/Instagram

Latin pop starDinizdied ina plane crashin Brazil in late May, his record label confirmed. He was 28 years old.

The singer was reportedly flying from Salvador to his girlfriendKaroline Calheiros’s birthday party in Maceió on May 27 when the small plane he was a passenger on crashed in the town of Porto Do Mato, Estância, on the southern coast of Sergipe, Brazil.

The military policeconfirmed to local news mediaGrupo Globo’s G1.com that Diniz, as well as pilots Linaldo Xavier and Abraão Farias were onboard and perished in the accident. A manager for Diniz did not immediately return PEOPLE’s request for comment.

The cause of the crash is reportedly still under investigation.

62of 146Carmine CaridiCarmine Caridi.Albert L. Ortega/GettyCaridi, best known for his role as Carmine Rosato inThe Godfather: Part II,died at age 85.The actor died on May 28 and had been in a coma at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles.He remains one of only three actors to play two different roles in theGodfatherfilm franchise, as he portrayed Albert Volpe in the third film, who is killed at a hotel in Atlantic City.Caridi was also involved in a controversy in 2004 when The Academy of Motion Pictures and Sciences discovered screeners of movies on the Internet that they traced back to the actor.The FBI opened an investigation, finding that for at least three years, Caridi had been sharing screeners of his films in an attempt to gain consideration for Academy Awards.“Let me tell you something,” Caridi said toThe Hollywood Reporterin 2017. “Everybody does it, OK? I was doing a guy a favor and he screwed me.“In February 2004, the Academy’s board of governors voted to expel Caridi: “They wrote me a letter,” he recalled. “‘You’re finished.'”

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Carmine Caridi

Carmine Caridi.Albert L. Ortega/Getty

Caridi, best known for his role as Carmine Rosato inThe Godfather: Part II,died at age 85.

The actor died on May 28 and had been in a coma at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles.

He remains one of only three actors to play two different roles in theGodfatherfilm franchise, as he portrayed Albert Volpe in the third film, who is killed at a hotel in Atlantic City.

Caridi was also involved in a controversy in 2004 when The Academy of Motion Pictures and Sciences discovered screeners of movies on the Internet that they traced back to the actor.

The FBI opened an investigation, finding that for at least three years, Caridi had been sharing screeners of his films in an attempt to gain consideration for Academy Awards.

“Let me tell you something,” Caridi said toThe Hollywood Reporterin 2017. “Everybody does it, OK? I was doing a guy a favor and he screwed me.”

In February 2004, the Academy’s board of governors voted to expel Caridi: “They wrote me a letter,” he recalled. “‘You’re finished.'”

63of 146I.M. PeiI.M. Pei.Bernard Bisson/Sygma via GettyThe architect behind some of the world’s most well-known structuresdied on May 23.Pei’s design firm Pei Cobb Freed & Partners announced the news. He was 102.Born in Guangzhou, China, in 1917, Pei began his career at an early age when he migrated to the U.S. to study architecture when he was only 17,according to his website.In 1948, Pei accepted a director of architecture position with a New York-based real estate development company where he and a team of young designers completed the Mile High Center in Denver in 1956, the Southwest Washington Urban Renewal Plan in 1962 and Society Hill in Philadelphia in 1964.Pei soon became known for his style after designing the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado in 1967.He then embarked on a plethora of museum projects, including his most controversial — the glass pyramid he designed as a new entrance to theLouvre in Paris, which was completed in 1989.

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I.M. Pei

I.M. Pei.Bernard Bisson/Sygma via Getty

The architect behind some of the world’s most well-known structuresdied on May 23.

Pei’s design firm Pei Cobb Freed & Partners announced the news. He was 102.

Born in Guangzhou, China, in 1917, Pei began his career at an early age when he migrated to the U.S. to study architecture when he was only 17,according to his website.

In 1948, Pei accepted a director of architecture position with a New York-based real estate development company where he and a team of young designers completed the Mile High Center in Denver in 1956, the Southwest Washington Urban Renewal Plan in 1962 and Society Hill in Philadelphia in 1964.

Pei soon became known for his style after designing the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado in 1967.

He then embarked on a plethora of museum projects, including his most controversial — the glass pyramid he designed as a new entrance to theLouvre in Paris, which was completed in 1989.

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Niki Lauda

Niki Lauda.

Lauda, a three-time Formula 1 champion who survived a horrific crash that caused severe burns to his face, died onMay 20 at the age of 70.

The former Ferrari racer — who would go on to start several airline companies after retiring from the sport — underwent a lung transplant in 2018 after being diagnosed with “severe lung disease,” and was hospitalized with influenza this year, according toCNN. Lauda previously had two kidney transplants, one from his brother in 1997 and one from his girlfriend in 2005,Fox Newsreported.

65of 146Ashley MassaroAshley Massaro.Mediapunch/REX/ShutterstockThe former WWE wrestler andSurvivor: Chinacontestantdied on May 16, PEOPLE confirmed. She was 39.While authorities would not disclose the details of her death, it is not being classified as a criminal case, a Suffolk County Police Department spokesperson told PEOPLE.Massaro first entered the public eye in her early 20s. She won the WWE’sDiva Searchin 2005, earning her a one-year, $250,000 contract. She continued with the WWE for 3 years before cutting ties in 2008. She appeared onSurvivor: Chinain 2007, and several of her fellow contestants havepaid tribute to her, including Leslie Nease, who she bonded with on the show. “She had a very soft and kind side. I am so thankful I was able to see that and know her that way,” Nease told PEOPLE.

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Ashley Massaro

Ashley Massaro.Mediapunch/REX/Shutterstock

The former WWE wrestler andSurvivor: Chinacontestantdied on May 16, PEOPLE confirmed. She was 39.

While authorities would not disclose the details of her death, it is not being classified as a criminal case, a Suffolk County Police Department spokesperson told PEOPLE.

Massaro first entered the public eye in her early 20s. She won the WWE’sDiva Searchin 2005, earning her a one-year, $250,000 contract. She continued with the WWE for 3 years before cutting ties in 2008. She appeared onSurvivor: Chinain 2007, and several of her fellow contestants havepaid tribute to her, including Leslie Nease, who she bonded with on the show. “She had a very soft and kind side. I am so thankful I was able to see that and know her that way,” Nease told PEOPLE.

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Isaac Kappy

Isaac Kappy.Mark Davis/WireImage

Kappy died after he “forced himself off” a bridge on May 13 in Arizona.He was 42.

Before his death, Kappy wrote a lengthy Instagram post which he captioned, “Beware the man that has nothing to lose, for he has nothing to protect.”

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Tim Conway

Tim Conway.Silver Screen Collection/Getty

Conway diedon May 14 at the age of 85.

He passed away at 8:45 a.m. in the Los Angeles area, his rep Howard Bragman confirmed to PEOPLE.

Prior to his death, he suffered complications from Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) and had no signs of dementia or Alzheimer’s.

68of 146Doris DayDoris Day.CBS via GettyDay, the beautiful blonde whose sunny screen presence and silken singing voice guaranteed box-office and record-chart hits in the ’40s, ’50s and ’60s,died on May 13, her rep confirmed to PEOPLE. She was 97.Day died at 1:00 a.m. at her home in California, the rep said.The Associated Presswas first to report the news, which came nearly two months after the actress celebrated her birthday and shared a recent photo with PEOPLE.

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Doris Day

Doris Day.CBS via Getty

Day, the beautiful blonde whose sunny screen presence and silken singing voice guaranteed box-office and record-chart hits in the ’40s, ’50s and ’60s,died on May 13, her rep confirmed to PEOPLE. She was 97.

Day died at 1:00 a.m. at her home in California, the rep said.

The Associated Presswas first to report the news, which came nearly two months after the actress celebrated her birthday and shared a recent photo with PEOPLE.

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Peggy Lipton

Peggy Lipton.

Lipton, known for her roles onThe Mod SquadandTwin Peaksdied on May 11.She was 72.

“We can’t put all of our feelings into words right now, but we will say: Peggy was and will always be our beacon of light, both in this world and beyond,” the pair added. “She will always be a part of us.”

70of 146Silver KingSilver King.Jack Taylor/Getty ImagesProfessional wrestler and actorKing diedafter collapsing from a heart attack during his performance in London on May 11,The Guardianreported.The former WCW star, 51, whose real name is César Barrón, was performing at the Roundhouse Theatre in Camden for the Greatest Show of Lucha Libre event alongside Juventud Guerrera, also known as Youth Warrior. Guerrera reportedly kicked Barrón who fell to the ground and then proceeded to “pin” him down.Guerrera signaled in confusion at the referee when Barrón did not recover from the move, according toThe Guardian.That’s when a team of medics rushed to the ring and audience members were asked to leave. The London ambulance service was called but they were unable to resuscitate Barrón.

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Silver King

Silver King.Jack Taylor/Getty Images

Professional wrestler and actorKing diedafter collapsing from a heart attack during his performance in London on May 11,The Guardianreported.

The former WCW star, 51, whose real name is César Barrón, was performing at the Roundhouse Theatre in Camden for the Greatest Show of Lucha Libre event alongside Juventud Guerrera, also known as Youth Warrior. Guerrera reportedly kicked Barrón who fell to the ground and then proceeded to “pin” him down.

Guerrera signaled in confusion at the referee when Barrón did not recover from the move, according toThe Guardian.That’s when a team of medics rushed to the ring and audience members were asked to leave. The London ambulance service was called but they were unable to resuscitate Barrón.

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Pua Magasiva

Pua Magasiva.Pua Magasiva/Instagram

Magasiva, who starred in severalPower Rangerstelevision seriesas well as New Zealand soap operaShortland Street, died in early May.He was 38.

TheNew Zealand Heraldreported that police were called to a home in Wellington, New Zealand, where they found the actor unresponsive.

A police spokesperson told the outlet that they found “no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death,” and would be referring the case to the coroner.

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Troy Dean Shafer

Troy Shafer.Troy Shafer/Instagram

The star of DIY Network’sNashville Flippeddied on April 28 at the age of 38, PEOPLE confirmed.

73of 146Max AzriaMax Azria.STAN HONDA/GettyAzria, founder of the iconic American fashion brand BCBGMAXAZRIA,died on May 6in a Houston hospital,WWDreported. He was 70.According to the outlet, the legendary Tunisian-born designer died of lung cancer.Azria, who moved to the United States in 1981 after designing women’s clothing in Paris for 11 years, launched BCBGMAXAZRIA in 1989. His brand was a staple among runways and celebrities, such asKim Kardashian, Drew Barrymore and Selena Gomez.During its height, his company had 500 stores worldwide, and many of his designs were carried across major department stores as well.

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Max Azria

Max Azria.STAN HONDA/Getty

Azria, founder of the iconic American fashion brand BCBGMAXAZRIA,died on May 6in a Houston hospital,WWDreported. He was 70.

According to the outlet, the legendary Tunisian-born designer died of lung cancer.

Azria, who moved to the United States in 1981 after designing women’s clothing in Paris for 11 years, launched BCBGMAXAZRIA in 1989. His brand was a staple among runways and celebrities, such asKim Kardashian, Drew Barrymore and Selena Gomez.

During its height, his company had 500 stores worldwide, and many of his designs were carried across major department stores as well.

74of 146Rachel Held EvansRachel Held Evans.GoFundMeHeld Evans, a popular Christian author whose work rejected traditional conservative beliefs, died in early May after a lengthy hospitalization.She was 37.In a statement shared on his wife’s website, her husband Dan shared that she died after being “slowly weaned from” her medically induced coma andexperiencing massive brain swelling, which “ultimately was not survivable.““This entire experience is surreal. I keep hoping it’s a nightmare from which I’ll awake. I feel like I’m telling someone else’s story,” he wrote, before thanking his wife’s friends, family and fans for their prayers and support.

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Rachel Held Evans

Rachel Held Evans.GoFundMe

Held Evans, a popular Christian author whose work rejected traditional conservative beliefs, died in early May after a lengthy hospitalization.She was 37.

In a statement shared on his wife’s website, her husband Dan shared that she died after being “slowly weaned from” her medically induced coma andexperiencing massive brain swelling, which “ultimately was not survivable.”

“This entire experience is surreal. I keep hoping it’s a nightmare from which I’ll awake. I feel like I’m telling someone else’s story,” he wrote, before thanking his wife’s friends, family and fans for their prayers and support.

75of 146Caroline BittencourtCaroline Bittencourt.Caroline Bittencourt/InstagramBrazilian model Bittencourtdied in São Paulo at the end of April after she drowned in an attempt to rescue her dogs who fell out of the sailboat she was on with her husband, Jorge Sestini. She was 37.According toTMZ, the devastating accident happened after a storm hit the couple’s boat and left their catamaran in rough waters, causing their two dogs to fall out. Bittencourt jumped in the water after her pets. Directly after, Sestini dove in to save his wife.Sestini is set to be chargedwith manslaughter in connection to his wife’s death, for ignoring warnings about the rough weather that day.

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Caroline Bittencourt

Caroline Bittencourt.Caroline Bittencourt/Instagram

Brazilian model Bittencourtdied in São Paulo at the end of April after she drowned in an attempt to rescue her dogs who fell out of the sailboat she was on with her husband, Jorge Sestini. She was 37.

According toTMZ, the devastating accident happened after a storm hit the couple’s boat and left their catamaran in rough waters, causing their two dogs to fall out. Bittencourt jumped in the water after her pets. Directly after, Sestini dove in to save his wife.

Sestini is set to be chargedwith manslaughter in connection to his wife’s death, for ignoring warnings about the rough weather that day.

76of 146John SingletonJohn Singleton.Singleton, the first African-American man to be nominated for a Best Directing Oscar, died on April 29.He was 51.His family announced that day they weretaking the director off of life support13 days after he suffered a stroke.“It is with heavy hearts we announce that our beloved son, father and friend, John Daniel Singleton will be taken off of life support today. This was an agonizing decision, one that our family made, over a number of days, with the careful counsel of John’s doctors,” the statement began.Singletonsuffered a “major stroke” after arriving back in the U.S. from a trip to Costa Rica. His mother, Shelia Ward, filed an application to establish a temporary conservatorship for his estate in April.

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John Singleton

John Singleton.

Singleton, the first African-American man to be nominated for a Best Directing Oscar, died on April 29.He was 51.

His family announced that day they weretaking the director off of life support13 days after he suffered a stroke.

“It is with heavy hearts we announce that our beloved son, father and friend, John Daniel Singleton will be taken off of life support today. This was an agonizing decision, one that our family made, over a number of days, with the careful counsel of John’s doctors,” the statement began.

Singletonsuffered a “major stroke” after arriving back in the U.S. from a trip to Costa Rica. His mother, Shelia Ward, filed an application to establish a temporary conservatorship for his estate in April.

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Stephanie Sherk

Stefanie Sherk.David Livingston/Getty

Sherk, a Canadian model and actress married to Oscar nominee Demián Bichir,died on April 20. She was 43.

Her husband shared the sad news in an emotional post on Instagram. “It has been the saddest and toughest time of our lives and we don’t know how much time it will take for us to overcome this pain,” Bichir wrote. “Stefanie’s beautiful, angelical and talented presence will be immensely missed. We will hold Stefanie in our hearts forever.”

Sherk had a number of acting credits to her name, including a role in Bichir’s directorial debut,Un Cuento de Circo & A Love Songin 2016. She’s also had roles inValentine’s Day,Star Power,Loco Love, as well as the upcoming horror movieGrudge.

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John Havlicek

John Havlicek.

The eight-time NBA champion and Basketball Hall of Famerdied on April 25. He was 79.

“John Havlicek is one of the most accomplished players in Boston Celtics history … He was a great champion both on the court and in the community,” the statement began.

Havlicek remains the Celtics’ highest-scoring member with 26,395 points across his career. He was also a 13-time NBA All-Star, and upon his retirement in 1978, the Celtics immediately retired his number 17 jersey with him.

While the NBA legend had been suffering from Parkinson’s disease, the statement did not confirm his exact cause of death.

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Larry ‘Flash’ Jenkins

Larry Flash Jenkins.Larry Flash Jenkins/Twitter

Jenkins, best known for his roles inFerris Bueller’s Day OffandFletch,died suddenly on April 25in Los Angeles after suffering a heart attack,according toThe Hollywood Reporter.

Most recently, Jenkins was working on two films calledThe Gospel TruthandAnna Lucasta, both of which he wrote, directed, produced and starred in. He was also at the helm of two production companies: Flashworks Productions and Gold Coast Productions.

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Steve Golin

Steve Golin.Jonathan Leibson/Getty

Golin, the Oscar-winning producer whose company Anonymous Content is behind hits likeSpotlightandMr. Robot,died on April 21in Los Angeles of cancer. He was 64.

The New York native launched his first production company, Propaganda Films, with Joni Sighvatsson in 1986, which went on to help launch the careers of stars like Spike Jonze, David Fincher and Michael Bay, according toThe Hollywood Reporter.He left the company in the late ’90s and launched Anonymous Content in 1999.

81of 146Ken KerchevalKen Kercheval.Gabriel Olsen/FilmMagicKercheval, the actor best known for his longtime role as Texas businessman Cliff Barnes on the CBS soap operaDallas,died on April 21. He was 83.At this time, a cause of death for the actor remains unclear.Kercheval’s passion for acting began in 1954 and saw him starring in several productions before he transitioned to screen, becoming a staple of the television and film world beginning in 1962.On the small screen, the Indiana native made appearances onThe Secret Storm,Kojak,CHiPs,Starsky & Hutch, The Love Boat, Matlock and Highway to Heaven,before landing the role of Barnes, the brother ofVictoria Principal’s character Pamela Ewing on the CBS soap opera in 1978.

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Ken Kercheval

Ken Kercheval.Gabriel Olsen/FilmMagic

Kercheval, the actor best known for his longtime role as Texas businessman Cliff Barnes on the CBS soap operaDallas,died on April 21. He was 83.

At this time, a cause of death for the actor remains unclear.

Kercheval’s passion for acting began in 1954 and saw him starring in several productions before he transitioned to screen, becoming a staple of the television and film world beginning in 1962.

On the small screen, the Indiana native made appearances onThe Secret Storm,Kojak,CHiPs,Starsky & Hutch, The Love Boat, Matlock and Highway to Heaven,before landing the role of Barnes, the brother ofVictoria Principal’s character Pamela Ewing on the CBS soap opera in 1978.

82of 146Mya-Lecia NaylorMya-Lecia Naylor.Mya-Lecia/InstagramThe British child star, best known for her roles on BBC network showsAbsolutely FabulousandMillie Inbetween,died on April 7, the network confirmed. She was 16.“Mya-Lecia was a much loved part of the BBC Children’s family, and a hugely talented actress, singer and dancer. We will miss her enormously and we are sure that you will want to join us in sending all our love to her family and friends,” the network said of the aspiring model and singer in a statement.According toBBC News, Naylor’s agents, A&J Management, said the young actress died April 7 after she collapsed.

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Mya-Lecia Naylor

Mya-Lecia Naylor.Mya-Lecia/Instagram

The British child star, best known for her roles on BBC network showsAbsolutely FabulousandMillie Inbetween,died on April 7, the network confirmed. She was 16.

“Mya-Lecia was a much loved part of the BBC Children’s family, and a hugely talented actress, singer and dancer. We will miss her enormously and we are sure that you will want to join us in sending all our love to her family and friends,” the network said of the aspiring model and singer in a statement.

According toBBC News, Naylor’s agents, A&J Management, said the young actress died April 7 after she collapsed.

83of 146Bradley WelshBradley Welsh.REX/ShutterstockTheT2 Trainspottingstar and former boxerdied following a shootingnear his home in Edinburgh, Scotland, on April 17. He was 42.Welsh appeared as the kingpin Doyle in Danny Boyle’s 2017 sequel to his classic 1996 filmTrainspotting. It was his first professional acting role. He also ran charity projects for young adults in the city to help them stay fit and out of trouble through his Holyrood Boxing Gym, according toEdinburgh Live.“His death is being treated as suspicious and inquiries are continuing,” the Edinburgh Police Divison shared in a statement on Facebook.

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Bradley Welsh

Bradley Welsh.REX/Shutterstock

TheT2 Trainspottingstar and former boxerdied following a shootingnear his home in Edinburgh, Scotland, on April 17. He was 42.

Welsh appeared as the kingpin Doyle in Danny Boyle’s 2017 sequel to his classic 1996 filmTrainspotting. It was his first professional acting role. He also ran charity projects for young adults in the city to help them stay fit and out of trouble through his Holyrood Boxing Gym, according toEdinburgh Live.

“His death is being treated as suspicious and inquiries are continuing,” the Edinburgh Police Divison shared in a statement on Facebook.

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Dave Treadway

Dave Treadway.Ian Fohrman/Red Bull Content Pool

The Canadian professional skierdied on April 15following an accident while skiing in Pemberton, British Colombia in Canada,Pique Newsmagazinereported. He was 34.

According toPique, Treadway was skiing with a group in the backcountry when a snow bridge collapsed under him, plunging him nearly 100 feet into a crevasse near Rhododendron Mountain. Pemberton District Search and Rescue (PSAR) responded to the incident, but unfortunately, Treadway died at the scene, according to the outlet.

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Bibi Andersson

Bibi Andersson.IBL/REX/Shutterstock

Andersson, the famed Swedish actress and muse to Ingmar Bergman,died on April 14in Stockholm. She was 83.

Her spokesperson Martin Frostberg confirmed her death,according to the Associated Press. Andersson was hospitalized in France after suffering a stroke in 2009.

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Arie Irawan

Arie Irawan.

Irawan, a Malaysian professional golfer,died in his China hotel roomon April 14,according to PGATour.com. He was 28.

His death appears to be from natural causes, but a coroner’s report has yet to be completed, the site reported.

Irawan was in Sanya to compete in the PGA Tour Series-China’s Sanya Championship. According to the site, the golfer made his debut on the PGA Tour Series-China in 2016, after playing for the University of Tulsa golf team in the U.S. and turning pro in 2013.

87of 146Georgia EngelGeorgia Engel.Tannis Toohey/Toronto Star via Getty ImagesThe Mary Tyler Moore Showstardied on April 12, her talent agent Jackie Stander confirmed to PEOPLE. She was 70.The actress, widely recognized for her high-pitched and sweet-sounding voice, began her decades-long acting career with a role inHello, Dolly!on Broadway in 1969 before gracing the small screen in a number of roles.“Georgia was one of a kind and the absolute best,” Betty White, who starred alongside Engel inThe Mary Tyler Moore Show,The Betty White ShowandHot in Cleveland, told theNew York Timesfollowing Engel’s death.Most recently, Engel had guest roles inThe Office(2012) andTwo and a Half Men(2012) and appeared as Mamie inHot in Cleveland(2012-15).

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Georgia Engel

Georgia Engel.Tannis Toohey/Toronto Star via Getty Images

The Mary Tyler Moore Showstardied on April 12, her talent agent Jackie Stander confirmed to PEOPLE. She was 70.

The actress, widely recognized for her high-pitched and sweet-sounding voice, began her decades-long acting career with a role inHello, Dolly!on Broadway in 1969 before gracing the small screen in a number of roles.

“Georgia was one of a kind and the absolute best,” Betty White, who starred alongside Engel inThe Mary Tyler Moore Show,The Betty White ShowandHot in Cleveland, told theNew York Timesfollowing Engel’s death.

Most recently, Engel had guest roles inThe Office(2012) andTwo and a Half Men(2012) and appeared as Mamie inHot in Cleveland(2012-15).

88of 146Earl Thomas ConleyEarl Thomas Conley.Rick Diamond/GettyThe country community was in mourningin early April after singer Conley died. He was 77.Earl, best known for his ’80s hits “Holding Her and Loving You,” “What I’d Say” and “Once In a Blue Moon,” died in Nashville on April 10,Blake Sheltonconfirmed.Shelton paid tribute to Earl, whom he referred to as his “favorite singer, hero, and friend”, in a touching post on social media. The pair had been friends for years and collaborated in 2002 to co-write Shelton’s Top 20 hit “All Over Me” along with Michael Pyle.“My heart is absolutely destroyed today… I’m sad to report that Earl Thomas Conley passed away very early this morning,” Sheltonwrote on his social media accountsWednesday, along with a photo of the pals smiling during a performance. “Earl was my all time favorite singer, hero and my friend. Prayers to his family. We will all miss you deeply my brother. Now go rest…”

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Earl Thomas Conley

Earl Thomas Conley.Rick Diamond/Getty

The country community was in mourningin early April after singer Conley died. He was 77.

Earl, best known for his ’80s hits “Holding Her and Loving You,” “What I’d Say” and “Once In a Blue Moon,” died in Nashville on April 10,Blake Sheltonconfirmed.

Shelton paid tribute to Earl, whom he referred to as his “favorite singer, hero, and friend”, in a touching post on social media. The pair had been friends for years and collaborated in 2002 to co-write Shelton’s Top 20 hit “All Over Me” along with Michael Pyle.

“My heart is absolutely destroyed today… I’m sad to report that Earl Thomas Conley passed away very early this morning,” Sheltonwrote on his social media accountsWednesday, along with a photo of the pals smiling during a performance. “Earl was my all time favorite singer, hero and my friend. Prayers to his family. We will all miss you deeply my brother. Now go rest…”

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Nipsey Hussle

Nipsey Hussle.David Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images

The rapperdied in a shootingon March 31, according to multiple reports. He was 33.

The “Hussle & Motivate” musician (né Ermias Asghedom) died after being shot on the street where his clothing store, the Marathon Clothing Company, is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Los Angeles,NBC News, theLos Angeles TimesandTMZreported, citing multiple law enforcement sources.

90of 146Tania MalletTania Mallet.GettyThe British actress and modeldied on March 31, the official James Bond Twitter handle announced. She was 77.Mallet — whom her cousinHelen Mirren, 73, once described as “impossibly beautiful and kind” — rose to fame as a model in the 1950s and ’60s and is best known for her turn as Bond girl Tilly Masterson in 1964’sGoldfinger.

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Tania Mallet

Tania Mallet.Getty

The British actress and modeldied on March 31, the official James Bond Twitter handle announced. She was 77.

Mallet — whom her cousinHelen Mirren, 73, once described as “impossibly beautiful and kind” — rose to fame as a model in the 1950s and ’60s and is best known for her turn as Bond girl Tilly Masterson in 1964’sGoldfinger.

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Billy Clayton

Billy Clayton.Billy Clayton/Instagram

Clayton — the 22-year-old rising pop singer who was a protégé ofCharli XCX—died on March 26in his home from an aggressive form of bone cancer known as Ewing’s sarcoma.

“He held on for so long and had more strength than anyone could ever imagine. But his body would no longer allow him to live the life he so desperately wished for and his soul needed to escape to be free,” Becky said. “Our hearts are broken into a million pieces and I have no idea how I will manage. But I know he is with me and with all the people who loved him. I was honored to be Billy’s mum and will be forever and ever and again, next time around.”

92of 146Agnés VardaAgnés Varda.GUILLAUME SOUVANT/AFP/GettyVarda, the woman whose films were essential in creating France’s New Wave cinema,died on March 28. She was 90.Varda, who received an Honorary Oscar in November 2017 fromAngelina Jolie, died from cancer, her family announced.Her most recent work, the 2017 documentaryFaces Places,was nominated for an Oscar, making her the oldest working director ever nominated. She captured hearts during her campaign for the trophy and went viral for her rose-printed Gucci look at the 2018 Oscars.The Belgian-born director, photographer and documentary maker’s career spanned over six decades. She was responsible for award-winning features includingCleo From 5 to 7(1962), a rare cinema verité film of a woman attending biopsy results told in real-time. Her other best-known works includeLe Bonheur(1965) and 1984’sVagabond.

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Agnés Varda

Agnés Varda.GUILLAUME SOUVANT/AFP/Getty

Varda, the woman whose films were essential in creating France’s New Wave cinema,died on March 28. She was 90.

Varda, who received an Honorary Oscar in November 2017 fromAngelina Jolie, died from cancer, her family announced.

Her most recent work, the 2017 documentaryFaces Places,was nominated for an Oscar, making her the oldest working director ever nominated. She captured hearts during her campaign for the trophy and went viral for her rose-printed Gucci look at the 2018 Oscars.

The Belgian-born director, photographer and documentary maker’s career spanned over six decades. She was responsible for award-winning features includingCleo From 5 to 7(1962), a rare cinema verité film of a woman attending biopsy results told in real-time. Her other best-known works includeLe Bonheur(1965) and 1984’sVagabond.

93of 146Denise DuBarry HayDenise DuBarry Hay.Denise DuBarry HayDuBarry Hay, the actress best known for her roles onCHiPsandBlack Sheep Squadron,died in late March. She was 63.DuBarry Hay’s husband Bill Hayconfirmed the sad newsto theDesert Sunnewspaper, explaining that his wife died on March 23 — just 17 days after celebrating her birthday — at UCLA Medical Center from a rare, deadly fungus.The exact kind of fungus and how long she had been having health problems were not immediately clear.

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Denise DuBarry Hay

Denise DuBarry Hay.Denise DuBarry Hay

DuBarry Hay, the actress best known for her roles onCHiPsandBlack Sheep Squadron,died in late March. She was 63.

DuBarry Hay’s husband Bill Hayconfirmed the sad newsto theDesert Sunnewspaper, explaining that his wife died on March 23 — just 17 days after celebrating her birthday — at UCLA Medical Center from a rare, deadly fungus.

The exact kind of fungus and how long she had been having health problems were not immediately clear.

94of 146Scott WalkerWalker, the musician whose career stretched from British pop sensation to avant-garde pioneer, died in late March, his record labelannounced in a statement.He was 76.“It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Scott Walker,” the statement read. “Scott Walker has been a unique and challenging titan at the forefront of British music: audacious and questioning, he has produced works that dare to explore human vulnerability and the godless darkness encircling it.“Born Noel Scott Engel in 1943 in Ohio, Walker started his music career as a session bassist.

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Scott Walker

Walker, the musician whose career stretched from British pop sensation to avant-garde pioneer, died in late March, his record labelannounced in a statement.He was 76.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Scott Walker,” the statement read. “Scott Walker has been a unique and challenging titan at the forefront of British music: audacious and questioning, he has produced works that dare to explore human vulnerability and the godless darkness encircling it.”

Born Noel Scott Engel in 1943 in Ohio, Walker started his music career as a session bassist.

95of 146Kenneth ToKenneth To.Elite swimmer Todied while training for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the Hong Kong Sports Institutesaid in a statement.To fell ill during a training sessionin Florida on March 18, according to the Associated Press. He was taken to the hospital, where he later died, the Hong Kong Sports Institute said. He was 26.The cause of To’s death was not immediately clear.Born in Hong Kong, To moved to Australia as a child. He won six medals at the 2010 Youth Olympics in Singapore, taking the gold medal in the 400-meter medley. He later won a silver medal as part of Australia’s 400-medley relay squad at the 2013 world championships in Barcelona.

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Kenneth To

Kenneth To.

Elite swimmer Todied while training for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the Hong Kong Sports Institutesaid in a statement.

To fell ill during a training sessionin Florida on March 18, according to the Associated Press. He was taken to the hospital, where he later died, the Hong Kong Sports Institute said. He was 26.

The cause of To’s death was not immediately clear.

Born in Hong Kong, To moved to Australia as a child. He won six medals at the 2010 Youth Olympics in Singapore, taking the gold medal in the 400-meter medley. He later won a silver medal as part of Australia’s 400-medley relay squad at the 2013 world championships in Barcelona.

96of 146Justin CarterJustin Carter.Justin Carter/YouTubeCarter was fatally shotwith a gun that was being used as a prop on the set of a music video in Texas,according to ABC 13. He was 35.His mother Cindy McClellantold Fox Newsthat Carter was filming a music video in Houston on March 16 when a gun in his pocket “went off and caught my son in the corner of his eye.““He was a wonderful artist,” McClellan told the outlet. “He was the voice, he was the total package and we’re trying to keep his legend [alive].“McClellan also spoke of her son’s kind heart. “He was a wonderful person, very loving and he loved our God very much,” she told Fox News.

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Justin Carter

Justin Carter.Justin Carter/YouTube

Carter was fatally shotwith a gun that was being used as a prop on the set of a music video in Texas,according to ABC 13. He was 35.

His mother Cindy McClellantold Fox Newsthat Carter was filming a music video in Houston on March 16 when a gun in his pocket “went off and caught my son in the corner of his eye.”

“He was a wonderful artist,” McClellan told the outlet. “He was the voice, he was the total package and we’re trying to keep his legend [alive].”

McClellan also spoke of her son’s kind heart. “He was a wonderful person, very loving and he loved our God very much,” she told Fox News.

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Tom Hatten

Tom Hatten.Robert Benson/Getty

Hatten was best known as host of KTLA’sPopeye and Friendsshow, as well as KTLA’sFamily Film Festival.KTLA Channel 5announced his death on March 16, honoring the “local legend” who joined the network in 1952 as an announcer.

Hatten’s longtime friend and former KTLA producer Joe Quasarano confirmed his passing, KTLA Channel 5 reported.

Hatten hostedPopeye and Friends,a daily children’s show, from 1976 to 1988, andFamily Film Festivalfrom 1978 to 1992.

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Bernie Tormé

Bernie Tormé.Steve Johnston/Music Pics/REX/Shutterstock

The Irish guitarist died in London on March 17, his family toldBillboardin a statement. He was 66.

Tormé recorded several albums with hard rock band Gillan and played with Ozzy Osbourne following guitarist Randy Rhoads’ 1982 death in a plane accident. He also fronted the Bernie Tormé Band and released several solo albums, including last year’sShadowland.

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Dick Dale

Dick Dale.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty

The “King of the Surf Guitar,” whose biggest hit served as the opening song for 1994 cult classicPulp Fiction,died on March 16, according to multiple reports. He was 81.

Dale’s agent confirmed the news toBillboard, saying, “It’s a sad day for Rock ‘n’ Roll.”

“Even with my illnesses and diseases, I’m faster with my hands than I’ve ever been,” he told the publication.

100of 146Mike ThalassitisMike Thelassitis.Ian West/PA Images/Getty ImagesThe former contestant on the British reality dating showLove Islanddied on March 15, according to multiple reports. He was 26.According to theDaily Mail, the former reality star was found dead in his hometown of Essex. His cause of death has yet to be released.Prior to competing onLove Islandin 2017, Thalassitis was a semi-professional soccer player in England, according toThe Guardian. He also appeared on the British reality showCelebs Go Dating.

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Mike Thalassitis

Mike Thelassitis.Ian West/PA Images/Getty Images

The former contestant on the British reality dating showLove Islanddied on March 15, according to multiple reports. He was 26.

According to theDaily Mail, the former reality star was found dead in his hometown of Essex. His cause of death has yet to be released.

Prior to competing onLove Islandin 2017, Thalassitis was a semi-professional soccer player in England, according toThe Guardian. He also appeared on the British reality showCelebs Go Dating.

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Hal Blaine

Hal Blaine.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty

Blaine’s death wasannounced in a statementon his Facebook page.

Blaine — who was born Harold Simon Belsky on Feb. 5, 1929, to Lithuanian and Polish immigrants in Holyoke, Massachusetts — played on more than 40 No. 1 and 350 Top 10 tracks, he said in his 1990 memoir,Hal Blaine and the Wrecking Crew.

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Kelly Catlin

Kelly Catlin.Felipe Dana/AP/REX/Shutterstock

Olympic track cyclist Catlin died of an apparent suicide on March 8, theAssociated Pressreported.

Per the AP, Minnesota native Catlin was found dead in her California home.

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Luke Perry

Luke Perry.Maarten de Boer/Contour/Getty

The actor died on March 4 from amassive stroke. He was 52.

Perry, who starred as Fred Andrews on the CW seriesRiverdale, was best known for playing Dylan McKay onBeverly Hills, 90210from 1990 to 1995. He returned again in 1998 until 2000.

The actor went on to appear in films such asBuffy the Vampire Slayer,8 Seconds,andThe Fifth Element. He also appeared on sitcoms includingWill & GraceandSpin City.

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King Kong Bundy

King Kong Bundy.Splash News

The WWE icon, who memorably battled Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania 2,died on March 4. He was 61.

“Today we lost a Legend and a man I consider family. Rest in Peace Chris,” Herro wrote. “We love you. Thank you for believing in me. #KingKongBundy.”

Bundy, whose real name was Christopher Alan Pallies, entered the WWE in the early ’80s, and later enjoyed a brief acting career, appearing in two episodes of the sitcomMarried… With Childrenas well as the 1988 Richard Pryor comedyMoving.

105of 146Ted LindsayTed Lindsay.Bruce Bennett/GettyThe beloved hockey star and Ontario nativedied at age 93, the National Hockey League Player’s Association confirmed on March 4.“The players and NHLPA staff are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ted Lindsay — a player, a trailblazer, and a gentleman,” the player’s association said in a tweet. “‘Terrible Ted’ was loved across the hockey world and beyond for his play, dedication to fellow players and charitable work.“During his career, the athlete — who earned the nickname “Terrible Ted” for his on-the-ice demeanor — scored 379 goals and 472 assists over regular season games,USA Todayreported. He also started the tradition of skating around the ice with the Stanley Cup,according to theDetroit Free Press.

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Ted Lindsay

Ted Lindsay.Bruce Bennett/Getty

The beloved hockey star and Ontario nativedied at age 93, the National Hockey League Player’s Association confirmed on March 4.

“The players and NHLPA staff are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ted Lindsay — a player, a trailblazer, and a gentleman,” the player’s association said in a tweet. “‘Terrible Ted’ was loved across the hockey world and beyond for his play, dedication to fellow players and charitable work.”

During his career, the athlete — who earned the nickname “Terrible Ted” for his on-the-ice demeanor — scored 379 goals and 472 assists over regular season games,USA Todayreported. He also started the tradition of skating around the ice with the Stanley Cup,according to theDetroit Free Press.

106of 146Elly MaydayElly Mayday.Elly Mayday/InstagramThe model and body positive activistdied on March 1after a long struggle with ovarian cancer, her family announced on her social media accounts. She was 30.“Ashley was a country girl at heart who had a passion for life that was undeniable,“her family wrote. “She dreamed of making an impact on people’s lives. She achieved this through the creation of Elly Mayday which allowed her to connect with all of you. Her constant support and love from her followers held a special place in her heart.“The trailblazing model was born Ashley Luther in Saskatchewan, Canada, and adopted her new name as she fought her way through the industry as one of the first curvy models.

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Elly Mayday

Elly Mayday.Elly Mayday/Instagram

The model and body positive activistdied on March 1after a long struggle with ovarian cancer, her family announced on her social media accounts. She was 30.

“Ashley was a country girl at heart who had a passion for life that was undeniable,“her family wrote. “She dreamed of making an impact on people’s lives. She achieved this through the creation of Elly Mayday which allowed her to connect with all of you. Her constant support and love from her followers held a special place in her heart.”

The trailblazing model was born Ashley Luther in Saskatchewan, Canada, and adopted her new name as she fought her way through the industry as one of the first curvy models.

107of 146Lisa SheridanLisa Sheridan.The actress, who appeared inInvasionandHalt and Catch Fire,died on Feb. 25in her apartment in New Orleans, her manager Mitch Clem confirmed to PEOPLE. She was 44.Friend and former costar Donna D’Errico paid tribute to the late actress on Facebook. “It’s so rare to find kind, gentle souls like hers in this industry, this city…even this world. Truly one of the most genuinely sweet and gentle people I’ve ever come across in my life,” she wrote in part.The actress' television credits also includeLegacy, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, JourneymanandThe Mentalist,among others.

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Lisa Sheridan

Lisa Sheridan.

The actress, who appeared inInvasionandHalt and Catch Fire,died on Feb. 25in her apartment in New Orleans, her manager Mitch Clem confirmed to PEOPLE. She was 44.

Friend and former costar Donna D’Errico paid tribute to the late actress on Facebook. “It’s so rare to find kind, gentle souls like hers in this industry, this city…even this world. Truly one of the most genuinely sweet and gentle people I’ve ever come across in my life,” she wrote in part.

The actress' television credits also includeLegacy, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, JourneymanandThe Mentalist,among others.

108of 146Katherine HelmondKatherine Helmond.ABC Photo Archives/ABC via GettyHelmond, who famously portrayed mother Mona Robinson in ABC’sWho’s The Boss?for eight years and Jessica Tate onSoap, died on Feb. 23 of complications from Alzheimer’s disease at her home in Los Angeles,her talent agency, APA, announced.Making her television debut in 1962, the Texas native starred in various plays, shows and films, includingFamily Plot,Braziland theCarsmovies (in which she voiced Lizzie). But her most memorable role would be that of the feisty Mona inWho’s The Boss?(1984 to 1992), for which she earned two supporting actress Emmy nominations.

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Katherine Helmond

Katherine Helmond.ABC Photo Archives/ABC via Getty

Helmond, who famously portrayed mother Mona Robinson in ABC’sWho’s The Boss?for eight years and Jessica Tate onSoap, died on Feb. 23 of complications from Alzheimer’s disease at her home in Los Angeles,her talent agency, APA, announced.

Making her television debut in 1962, the Texas native starred in various plays, shows and films, includingFamily Plot,Braziland theCarsmovies (in which she voiced Lizzie). But her most memorable role would be that of the feisty Mona inWho’s The Boss?(1984 to 1992), for which she earned two supporting actress Emmy nominations.

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Beverley Owen

Beverley Owen.Everett

Owen, best known for playing the original Marilyn Munster on season 1 ofThe Munsters, died in late February. She was 81.

Her costarButch Patrick, who played Eddie Munster, announced the news on Facebook on Feb. 24, writing: “Beautiful Beverly Owen has left us. What a sweet soul. I had the biggest crush on her. RIP Bev and thanks for your 13 memorable Marilyn Munster episodes.”

Owen was reportedly diagnosed in January 2017 and had kept it private.

110of 146Stanley DonenStanley Donen.Susan Sterner/AP/REX/ShutterstockDonen, the director ofSingin' in the Rainand one of the last architects of Hollywood’s Golden Age,died at age 94.One of his sons confirmed the news to theChicago Tribuneon Feb. 23 — perhaps fittingly, on the eve ofthe Oscars, a night when Hollywood celebrates its legacy of style, glamour and moviemaking talent.A former Broadway dancer and choreographer, Donen co-directed 1952’sSingin' in the Rain— widely regarded as the best movie musical of all time — with its star, Gene Kelly. He went on to direct more classic musicals, includingSeven Brides for Seven Brothers,It’s Always Fair WeatherandFunny Face.Donen was also acclaimed for sparkling, sophisticated romantic comedies and thrillers, reteaming with Audrey Hepburn for 1963’sCharadeand 1967’sTwo for the Road.

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Stanley Donen

Stanley Donen.Susan Sterner/AP/REX/Shutterstock

Donen, the director ofSingin' in the Rainand one of the last architects of Hollywood’s Golden Age,died at age 94.

One of his sons confirmed the news to theChicago Tribuneon Feb. 23 — perhaps fittingly, on the eve ofthe Oscars, a night when Hollywood celebrates its legacy of style, glamour and moviemaking talent.

A former Broadway dancer and choreographer, Donen co-directed 1952’sSingin' in the Rain— widely regarded as the best movie musical of all time — with its star, Gene Kelly. He went on to direct more classic musicals, includingSeven Brides for Seven Brothers,It’s Always Fair WeatherandFunny Face.

Donen was also acclaimed for sparkling, sophisticated romantic comedies and thrillers, reteaming with Audrey Hepburn for 1963’sCharadeand 1967’sTwo for the Road.

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Brody Stevens

Brody Stevens.Mathew Imaging/WireImage

Comedian andHangoveractor Stevensdied on Feb. 22at age 48, according toThe Hollywood Reporter. His cause of death was reported as an apparent suicide, according toThe Blast, who obtained a 911 call to his home.

Stevens appeared as Officer Foltz in the 2009 comedyThe Hangover. He was also inThe Hangover Part IIas Kingsley Guy, which was his last feature-length film.

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Clark James Gable

Clark James Gable.

Clark Gable’s grandson, Clark James Gable, was found dead on Feb. 22. He was 30.

His father is John Gable II, the son of actress Kay Williams and the Hollywood icon who is best known for his role as Rhett Butler in the 1939 epic dramaGone with the Wind.

113of 146Peter TorkPeter Tork.Michael Ochs Archives/GettyPeter Tork, the blues and folk musician who shot to stardom in 1966 as a member ofthe Monkees, died on Feb. 21. He was 77.The news was first announced on a message posted to his Facebook page on Thursday morning. His sister, Anne Thorkelson,also confirmed his deathto multiple outlets. Though the precise cause of death is unknown at the present time,in 2009 he was diagnosedwith a rare form of cancer, adenoid cystic carcinoma, which affected his tongue.BandmateMicky Dolenz paid his respects in a Facebook post, writing, “There are no words right now…heart broken over the loss of my Monkee brother, Peter Tork.““I am told he slipped away peacefully,” he added in a longer message a short time later. “Yet, as I write this my tears are awash, and my heart is broken.”

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Peter Tork

Peter Tork.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty

Peter Tork, the blues and folk musician who shot to stardom in 1966 as a member ofthe Monkees, died on Feb. 21. He was 77.

The news was first announced on a message posted to his Facebook page on Thursday morning. His sister, Anne Thorkelson,also confirmed his deathto multiple outlets. Though the precise cause of death is unknown at the present time,in 2009 he was diagnosedwith a rare form of cancer, adenoid cystic carcinoma, which affected his tongue.

BandmateMicky Dolenz paid his respects in a Facebook post, writing, “There are no words right now…heart broken over the loss of my Monkee brother, Peter Tork.”

“I am told he slipped away peacefully,” he added in a longer message a short time later. “Yet, as I write this my tears are awash, and my heart is broken.”

114of 146Vinny VellaVinny Vella.Cindy Ord/GettyCasino actor Vinny Velladied from liver canceron Feb. 21. He was 72.The news wasconfirmed toUSA Todayand was also shared on the late actor’s Facebook page along with a photo of Vella in black and white.“We are saddened to report that Vinny Vella has passed and I’m sure that no one more saddened than himself,” the caption read. “Vinny loved life from his family to his friends and fans he was easily one of the funniest, endearing actors to have ever graced the screen. Vinny also had integrity and pride rarely seen.“Vella, a New York City native, was best known for his role in Martin Scorsese’s 1995 crime classicCasino, in which he acted alongside Robert De Niro. He also starred in the HBO mobster seriesThe Sopranosfor five seasons, as well as the 2012 mobster comedyAnalyze This, also starring De Niro.

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Vinny Vella

Vinny Vella.Cindy Ord/Getty

Casino actor Vinny Velladied from liver canceron Feb. 21. He was 72.

The news wasconfirmed toUSA Todayand was also shared on the late actor’s Facebook page along with a photo of Vella in black and white.

“We are saddened to report that Vinny Vella has passed and I’m sure that no one more saddened than himself,” the caption read. “Vinny loved life from his family to his friends and fans he was easily one of the funniest, endearing actors to have ever graced the screen. Vinny also had integrity and pride rarely seen.”

Vella, a New York City native, was best known for his role in Martin Scorsese’s 1995 crime classicCasino, in which he acted alongside Robert De Niro. He also starred in the HBO mobster seriesThe Sopranosfor five seasons, as well as the 2012 mobster comedyAnalyze This, also starring De Niro.

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Karl Lagerfeld

Karl Lagerfeld.David Fisher/REX/Shutterstock

The creative director of Chanel, Fendi and his eponymous line Karl Lagerfelddied on Feb. 19. He was 85.

There is no confirmed cause of death,multiple outlets have reported.

In a statement, Chanel announced: “It is with deep sadness that the House of Chanel announces the passing of Karl Lagerfeld, the Creative Director for the Chanel Fashion House since 1983.” Scores of celebrities, models and fellow designers alsopaid tributeto the latestyle icon.

Born in Germany to Elisabeth Bahlmann and Otto Lagerfeld, a wealthy Hamburg businessman, he later emigrated to France where he graduated from Lycée Montaigne with a focus on drawing and history.

With his trademark black sunglasses, powdered white ponytail and black leather gloves, the style icon was one of few designers who consistently remained as immediately recognizable as their designs.

116of 146Sean MillikenSean Milliken.TLCTheMy 600-Lb. Lifestardied on Feb. 17of complications from an infection, his father, Matt Milliken, announced on Facebook,according toTMZ. He was 29.“Sunday he was having problems with his breathing, they were able to resuscitate him and a short time later his heart stopped,” Matt said, according to the outlet.Sean first appeared onMy 600-Lb. Lifein 2016, when he was bedridden and weighed around 900 lbs. He and his mother, Renee, moved to Houston so he could get weight loss surgery, through which he successfully dropped 400 lbs.TLC said in a statementthat they were “saddened” to learn of Sean’s death.

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Sean Milliken

Sean Milliken.TLC

TheMy 600-Lb. Lifestardied on Feb. 17of complications from an infection, his father, Matt Milliken, announced on Facebook,according toTMZ. He was 29.

“Sunday he was having problems with his breathing, they were able to resuscitate him and a short time later his heart stopped,” Matt said, according to the outlet.

Sean first appeared onMy 600-Lb. Lifein 2016, when he was bedridden and weighed around 900 lbs. He and his mother, Renee, moved to Houston so he could get weight loss surgery, through which he successfully dropped 400 lbs.

TLC said in a statementthat they were “saddened” to learn of Sean’s death.

117of 146Lee RadziwillLee Radziwill in 1967.Reg Burkett/Express/Getty ImagesThe younger sister of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and former princessdied at her homein New York City on Feb. 15, according toThe New York TimesandWWD. She was 85.Radziwill’s daughter, Anna Christina Radziwill, told theTimesthat her mother died of natural causes. The style icon was also the mother-in-law toReal Housewives of New YorkalumCarole Radziwill.Lee lived a storied life, befriending some of the greatest and most stylish artists of her time, including ballet star Rudolf Nureyev, author Truman Capote and Andy Warhol. After news of her death became public, many members of the fashion industrypaid tribute to her.In her later years, Lee gavea few interviewsabout her legendary life. In 2013, she toldThe New York Times: “Regrets? I think everyone has regrets, and people who say they haven’t are either liars… or narcissists.““There have been many things in my life to have regrets about, in the sense I wish I could have changed them, or somehow made them not happen. What I don’t have is envy. I’m perfectly content at this time of my life. I’ve done so many fascinating things and the greatest joy is that I continue to do interesting things and meet fascinating people.”

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Lee Radziwill

Lee Radziwill in 1967.Reg Burkett/Express/Getty Images

The younger sister of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and former princessdied at her homein New York City on Feb. 15, according toThe New York TimesandWWD. She was 85.

Radziwill’s daughter, Anna Christina Radziwill, told theTimesthat her mother died of natural causes. The style icon was also the mother-in-law toReal Housewives of New YorkalumCarole Radziwill.

Lee lived a storied life, befriending some of the greatest and most stylish artists of her time, including ballet star Rudolf Nureyev, author Truman Capote and Andy Warhol. After news of her death became public, many members of the fashion industrypaid tribute to her.

In her later years, Lee gavea few interviewsabout her legendary life. In 2013, she toldThe New York Times: “Regrets? I think everyone has regrets, and people who say they haven’t are either liars… or narcissists.”

“There have been many things in my life to have regrets about, in the sense I wish I could have changed them, or somehow made them not happen. What I don’t have is envy. I’m perfectly content at this time of my life. I’ve done so many fascinating things and the greatest joy is that I continue to do interesting things and meet fascinating people.”

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Carmen Argenziano

Carmen Argenziano.Greg Doherty/Getty

Argenziano, best known for his roles inStargate SG-1andThe Godfather: Part II,died at age 75, his rep confirmed to PEOPLE on Feb 11.

In a Facebook post, Event Horizon Talent announced the death of Argenziano, who worked as an actor for more than four decades.

“It is with a heavy heart and more sadness than anyone can realize right now that I announce the passing of client Carmen Argenziano at the age of 75,” the post begins.

In part, it continues, “While Carmen was a client, he was also a good friend. While he was a class act and a consummate gentleman at the events he was booked for, he was also a caring and generous person.”

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Jan-Michael Vincent

Jan-Michael Vincent.ABC Photo Archives/ABC via Getty Images

The late actor had been dealing with health issues in recent years, particularly in 2012, when he said his right leg had been amputated following an infection in his leg due to complications from peripheral artery disease, according to a2014 interview with theNational Inquirer.

In addition toAirwolf,Vincent appeared in the 1983 miniseriesThe Winds of Warand films such asThe Mechanicand BigWednesday.His final film role was in the 2003 independent filmWhite Boy.

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Albert Finney

Albert Finney.Eric Robert/Sygma/Getty

The five-time Oscar nominee disclosed in 2011 that he had been suffering from kidney cancer,The Guardianreported.

Born in Salford in 1936, Finney began his career as a stage actor, studying alongside Alan Bates and Peter O’Toole at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts.

He’d receive his first of five Oscar nominations for playing the title character in 1963’sTom Jones, which itself was named 1964’s Best Picture. Other leading actor Oscar nominations would come for Finney for his workMurder on the Orient Express(1974),The Dresser(1983) andUnder the Volcano(1984). In 2000, he was nominated for his supporting role inErin Brockovich.

121of 146John DingellJohn Dingell.Laura Patterson/CQ Roll Call/GettyDingell, a Michigan Democrat and the longest-serving member of Congress in U.S. history — who in recent years delighted his 264,000 followerson Twitterwith biting commentary and wit —died on Feb. 7 at home in Dearborn. He was 92.Dingell fought for years for key liberal causes including healthcare expansion and civil rights. He had a heart attack in September, according to ABC News, and was suffering from complications of prostate cancer, theWashington Postreported.His wife, Rep. Debbie Dingell,shared her grief on Facebook, writing that her “heart is broken.““My true love is gone,” she wrote. “The tears are flowing pretty freely as I miss the man that made me whole. One can know it is coming, but nothing prepares you for the hole in your heart. He was my one and only true love.“John was the representative for Michigan’s 15th Congressional District for 59 years — beginning in 1955, when as a 29-year-old he succeeded his father who died in office until his wife won his seat upon his retirement in 2014.

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John Dingell

John Dingell.Laura Patterson/CQ Roll Call/Getty

Dingell, a Michigan Democrat and the longest-serving member of Congress in U.S. history — who in recent years delighted his 264,000 followerson Twitterwith biting commentary and wit —died on Feb. 7 at home in Dearborn. He was 92.

Dingell fought for years for key liberal causes including healthcare expansion and civil rights. He had a heart attack in September, according to ABC News, and was suffering from complications of prostate cancer, theWashington Postreported.

His wife, Rep. Debbie Dingell,shared her grief on Facebook, writing that her “heart is broken.”

“My true love is gone,” she wrote. “The tears are flowing pretty freely as I miss the man that made me whole. One can know it is coming, but nothing prepares you for the hole in your heart. He was my one and only true love.”

John was the representative for Michigan’s 15th Congressional District for 59 years — beginning in 1955, when as a 29-year-old he succeeded his father who died in office until his wife won his seat upon his retirement in 2014.

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Frank Robinson

Frank Robinson.Louis Requena/MLB Photos via Getty

Robinson — the first black manager of the MLB, a first-ballot Hall of Famer, and the only player to have won the Most Valuable Player Award in both leagues —died on Feb. 7.He was 83.

“[His] résumé in our game is without parallel, a trailblazer in every sense, whose impact spanned generations,” MLB commissioner Rob Manfredsaid in a statement posted to the league’s website. “He was one of the greatest players in the history of our game, but that was just the beginning of a multifaceted baseball career.”

Robinson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame during his first year of eligibility in 1982. The slugger spent some 21 seasons in the league, between the Cincinnati Reds, Baltimore Orioles, Los Angeles Dodgers, Anaheim Angels and Cleveland Indians.

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Julie Adams

Julie Adams.Bruce Bailey/Hulton Archive/Getty

Iconic horror movie actress Adams, who starred as Kay Lawrence inCreature from the Black Lagoon, died on Feb. 3.She was 92.

She rose to fame as the woman who wore a white, one-piece bathing suit to take a dip in a lagoon in the 1954 film as the Gill-man beneath copied her every movie. The scene was often recreated in movies likeJawsandThe Shape of Water.

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Kristoff St. John

Kristoff St. John.

TheYoung and the Restlessstardied on Feb. 3at his home in San Fernando Valley. He was 52.

The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed to PEOPLE that a death investigation took place for a possible alcohol overdose.

St. John’s last activity on Twitter was on Jan. 21, when he retweeted a tweet about losing a child that reads, “Grieving the loss of a child is a process. It begins on the day your child passes, and ends the day the parent joins them.”

125of 146Harold BradleyHarold Bradley.Charley Gallay/WireImageCountry Music Hall of Fame inductee Bradley died on Jan. 31 in Nashville. He was 93.Bradley’s daughters confirmed that the famed guitarist died “peacefully in his sleep” in a post on hisFacebook page.“This is from Harold’s daughters. Walt this morning Harold died peacefully in his sleep. Many of you know him as a successful musician and no doubt many stories will be told in the coming week. But to us, his greatest accomplishment was being the best dad in the world. We love you, dad,” they wrote.

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Harold Bradley

Harold Bradley.Charley Gallay/WireImage

Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Bradley died on Jan. 31 in Nashville. He was 93.

Bradley’s daughters confirmed that the famed guitarist died “peacefully in his sleep” in a post on hisFacebook page.

“This is from Harold’s daughters. Walt this morning Harold died peacefully in his sleep. Many of you know him as a successful musician and no doubt many stories will be told in the coming week. But to us, his greatest accomplishment was being the best dad in the world. We love you, dad,” they wrote.

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Dick Miller

Dick Miller.Paul Archuleta/Getty

Miller, the veteran actor best known for his role inGremlinsandA Bucket of Blood, died on Jan. 30.He was 90.

“His sense of humor and the unique way he looked at the world won him many lifelong friends and worldwide fans,” his family told the outlet in a statement.

Miller’s prolific career spanned over 60 years, appearing in hundreds of movies and television series during that time. In the 1950s, he met director Roger Corman, whom he ended up working with for more than two decades.

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Louisa Moritz

Louisa Moritz.ABC Photo Archives/ABC via Getty

Moritz, an actress famous for her role inOne Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,died in late January, herrep toldThe Blast. She was 72.

128of 146James IngramJames Ingram.Earl Gibson III/WireImageIngram, a Grammy-winning R&B singer-songwriter, died on Jan. 29. He was 66.Ingram reportedly died from a form of brain cancer and had been ill for some time,according toTMZ.His longtime friend and creative partner, choreographer andGrey’s Anatomyproducer Debbie Allen, confirmed the news on social media.“I have lost my dearest friend and creative partner James Ingram to the Celestial Choir,” she announced in a tweet. “He will always be cherished, loved and remembered for his genius, his love of family and his humanity. I am blessed to have been so close. We will forever speak his name.”

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James Ingram

James Ingram.Earl Gibson III/WireImage

Ingram, a Grammy-winning R&B singer-songwriter, died on Jan. 29. He was 66.

Ingram reportedly died from a form of brain cancer and had been ill for some time,according toTMZ.

His longtime friend and creative partner, choreographer andGrey’s Anatomyproducer Debbie Allen, confirmed the news on social media.

“I have lost my dearest friend and creative partner James Ingram to the Celestial Choir,” she announced in a tweet. “He will always be cherished, loved and remembered for his genius, his love of family and his humanity. I am blessed to have been so close. We will forever speak his name.”

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Kevin Barnett

Kevin Barnett.David Buchan/Variety/REX/Shutterstock

Comedian Barnettdied on Jan. 22at the age of 32.

Last Podcast Network, on which Barnett co-hosted the weekly podcastRoundtable of Gentlemen, spoke out about his unexpected death via Twitter.

“The joy he brought to our lives is the greatest gift we have ever received,” the statement read in part. “Remind your friends you love them because you never know when you’ll see them again. We love you KB.”

Barnett co-created Fox’s comedy seriesRel, which premiered in September. He also worked onUnhitchedas a producer and onThe Carmichael Showas a consulting producer and writer. He had two writing projects in the works:The Wrong Missy andAlcoholics Unanimous.

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Emiliano Sala

Emiliano Sala.LOIC VENANCE/AFP/Getty

The professional soccer player, who had recently signed to Cardiff City Football Club,died in a plane crashon Jan. 21, authorities confirmed. He was 28.

The plane carrying Sala was traveling from Nantes, France, to Cardiff, Wales, when it disappeared from radar over the English Channel on Jan. 21, according toThe Washington Post.

Sala’s sister Romina alsospoke out on Facebook, sharing a photo of the soccer star standing on the field with his arms open and head towards the sky.

“Your soul in my soul, it will shine forever, thus illuminating the time of my existence. I love you tito,” she wrote in Spanish.

131of 146Kaye BallardKaye Ballard.Vivien Killilea/GettyBallard, who starred in the 1960s sitcomThe Mothers-In-Law,died on Jan. 21. She was 93.The actress and singer, who appeared in Broadway musicals and performed in nightclubs, died at her home in Rancho Mirage, California, according to theAssociated Press. Her death comes after a battle with kidney cancer.In early January, a documentary about her life,Kaye Ballard: The Show Goes On, premiered at the Palm Springs International Film Festival in Palms Springs, California.“She was so excited to be able to tell her story,” said the film’s director, Dan Wingate, according to AP. “She was really anxious for young people, especially, who are going into the arts to understand the full breadth of a life in the arts, the ups and downs.”

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Kaye Ballard

Kaye Ballard.Vivien Killilea/Getty

Ballard, who starred in the 1960s sitcomThe Mothers-In-Law,died on Jan. 21. She was 93.

The actress and singer, who appeared in Broadway musicals and performed in nightclubs, died at her home in Rancho Mirage, California, according to theAssociated Press. Her death comes after a battle with kidney cancer.

In early January, a documentary about her life,Kaye Ballard: The Show Goes On, premiered at the Palm Springs International Film Festival in Palms Springs, California.

“She was so excited to be able to tell her story,” said the film’s director, Dan Wingate, according to AP. “She was really anxious for young people, especially, who are going into the arts to understand the full breadth of a life in the arts, the ups and downs.”

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Steve ‘Bean’ Levy

Steve ‘Bean’ Levy.Steve Bean Levy/Facebook

Levy, known as Steve Bean,died after a battle with nose canceron Jan. 21 at his home in Los Angeles, according to his obituary onLegacy.com. He was 58.

The actor, famous for his role inRay Donovan, was diagnosed with “a rare and aggressive form of cancer calledSino-Nasal Squamous Cell Carcinoma,” he wrote in a personal essay forMel Magazine. “In English, I translated that to ‘Nose Cancer.'” He underwent a rhinectomy and later had a prosthetic nose, and revealed in his 2018 essay that doctors told him he had up to one year to live.

Born April 27, 1960, in Lynn, Massachusetts, Levy attended Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh and went on to work as an actor, comedian and writer.

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Chris Brown

Chris Brown.Tom Servais

Professional surfer Browndied on Jan. 19. He was 48.

Brown’s body was found washed ashore on Hendry’s Beach in Santa Barbara,Santa Barbara Independentreported.

At press time, his exact cause of death remained unclear and was currently under investigation, spokesperson Anthony Wager told the outlet.

At only 17 years old, Brownwon the juniors divisionof the 1988 World Amateur Surfing Championships. He later went pro in the 1990s, winning the Professional Surfing Association of America Championship in 1994.

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John Coughlin

John Coughlin.Harry How/Getty Images)

“My wonderful, strong, amazingly compassionate brother John Coughlin took his own life earlier today,” Laune wrote on Facebook. “I have no words.”

One day before his death, SafeSport — an organization that has “exclusive jurisdiction over sexual misconduct” in the Olympic loop, according toUSA Today- placed Coughlin on “temporary suspension” from participating in figure skating pending final resolution of a matter presented to them.

135of 146Glen WoodGlen Wood.Chris Graythen/Getty Images for NASCARThe oldest living member of the NASCAR Hall of Famedied on Jan. 18. He was 93.The Wood Brothers Racing organization — the company he co-founded alongside his brother, Leonard — announced the news of the champion racer’s passing.“It’s with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of team founder and family patriarch Glen Wood this morning,” they wrote on Twitter. “We want to thank family, friends, our small-town Virginia community of Patrick County, as well as everyone in the NASCAR community for their unwavering support.”

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Glen Wood

Glen Wood.Chris Graythen/Getty Images for NASCAR

The oldest living member of the NASCAR Hall of Famedied on Jan. 18. He was 93.

The Wood Brothers Racing organization — the company he co-founded alongside his brother, Leonard — announced the news of the champion racer’s passing.

“It’s with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of team founder and family patriarch Glen Wood this morning,” they wrote on Twitter. “We want to thank family, friends, our small-town Virginia community of Patrick County, as well as everyone in the NASCAR community for their unwavering support.”

136of 146Carol ChanningCarol Channing.David Livingston/Getty ImagesChanning, the saucer-eyed, gravelly-voiced Broadway barnstormer whose offbeat personality and marquee value fueled such Golden Age musicals asGentleman Prefer BlondesandHello, Dolly!, died on Jan. 15, her publicist B Harlan Boll confirmed in a statement to PEOPLE.She was 97.Boll said that Channing died at 12:31 a.m., at her home in Rancho Mirage, California, of natural causes.“It is with extreme heartache, that I have to announce the passing of an original Industry Pioneer, Legend and Icon — Miss Carol Channing,” the statement said. “I admired her before I met her, and have loved her since the day she stepped … or fell rather … into my life. It is so very hard to see the final curtain lower on a woman who has been a daily part of my life for more than a third of it.”

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Carol Channing

Carol Channing.David Livingston/Getty Images

Channing, the saucer-eyed, gravelly-voiced Broadway barnstormer whose offbeat personality and marquee value fueled such Golden Age musicals asGentleman Prefer BlondesandHello, Dolly!, died on Jan. 15, her publicist B Harlan Boll confirmed in a statement to PEOPLE.She was 97.

Boll said that Channing died at 12:31 a.m., at her home in Rancho Mirage, California, of natural causes.

“It is with extreme heartache, that I have to announce the passing of an original Industry Pioneer, Legend and Icon — Miss Carol Channing,” the statement said. “I admired her before I met her, and have loved her since the day she stepped … or fell rather … into my life. It is so very hard to see the final curtain lower on a woman who has been a daily part of my life for more than a third of it.”

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Bob Kuechenberg

Bob Kuechenberg.Lynne Sladky/AP/REX/Shutterstock

Former Miami Dolphins guard Kuechenbergdied on Jan. 12at age 71, the NFL team confirmed in an online statement the following morning.

Kuechenberg was a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame and a member of the Dolphins Honor Roll. He joined the Dolphins in 1970 and played for the franchise until 1983 — retiring at the age of 37.

Many of his former teammates spoke out after Kuechenberg, known as “Kooch,” passed away.

138of 146Kevin FretKevin Fret.Kevin Fret/FacebookLatin musician Fretdied on Jan. 10.He was 24.The singer and rapper, who dubbed himself the first openly gay Latin trap artist,according toBillboard, was fatally shot and killed in Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico.The “Soy Asi” singer was riding his motorcycle at around 5:30 a.m. when he was attacked. He later died at the Medical Center of Río Piedras,El Nuevo Diareported.Fret’s manager Eduardo Rodriguez spoke out about the musician’s tragic death,telling the website Remezcla, “Kevin was an artistic soul, a dreamer with a big heart.““His passion was music, and he still had a lot left to do. This violence should stop. There are no words to describe our emotions and the pain that it causes us to know that a person with so many dreams has to go,” Rodriguez continued.

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Kevin Fret

Kevin Fret.Kevin Fret/Facebook

Latin musician Fretdied on Jan. 10.He was 24.

The singer and rapper, who dubbed himself the first openly gay Latin trap artist,according toBillboard, was fatally shot and killed in Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico.

The “Soy Asi” singer was riding his motorcycle at around 5:30 a.m. when he was attacked. He later died at the Medical Center of Río Piedras,El Nuevo Diareported.

Fret’s manager Eduardo Rodriguez spoke out about the musician’s tragic death,telling the website Remezcla, “Kevin was an artistic soul, a dreamer with a big heart.”

“His passion was music, and he still had a lot left to do. This violence should stop. There are no words to describe our emotions and the pain that it causes us to know that a person with so many dreams has to go,” Rodriguez continued.

139of 146Annalise BraakensiekHanna Lassen/WireImageAustralian model and actress Braakensiekdied in early January.On Jan. 6, police visited Braakensiek’s home in Sydney for a welfare check after those close to the star became concerned about her whereabouts as she had not been heard from,The Sydney Morning Heraldreported.Inside the home, police found the body of a 46-year-old woman.At this time, her cause of death remains unknown and is not thought to be suspicious,The Guardianreported.Less than a month before she was found dead, Braakensiek shared an Instagram post about feeling that life was “twisted and upside down” on Dec. 14.

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Annalise Braakensiek

Hanna Lassen/WireImage

Australian model and actress Braakensiekdied in early January.

On Jan. 6, police visited Braakensiek’s home in Sydney for a welfare check after those close to the star became concerned about her whereabouts as she had not been heard from,The Sydney Morning Heraldreported.

Inside the home, police found the body of a 46-year-old woman.

At this time, her cause of death remains unknown and is not thought to be suspicious,The Guardianreported.

Less than a month before she was found dead, Braakensiek shared an Instagram post about feeling that life was “twisted and upside down” on Dec. 14.

140of 146Kwamie LassiterKwamie Lassiter.Otto Greule Jr/GettyFormer Arizona Cardinals safety Lassiterdied on Jan. 6 at age 49, the teamconfirmed in an online release.According to Arizona Sports, the athlete — who memorably completed four interceptions in the 1998 season’s last game, securing his team a spot in the playoffs — reportedly died of an apparent heart attack while working out.“We were all devastated to learn of Kwamie’s passing today and our hearts go out to all of his family and friends,” Cardinals team presidentMichael Bidwill said in a statement. “Kwamie came to the Cardinals as an undrafted rookie free agent. He not only became a key contributor to our team for eight seasons but continued to make an impact on this community after his playing days ended. He will be missed greatly.”

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Kwamie Lassiter

Kwamie Lassiter.Otto Greule Jr/Getty

Former Arizona Cardinals safety Lassiterdied on Jan. 6 at age 49, the teamconfirmed in an online release.

According to Arizona Sports, the athlete — who memorably completed four interceptions in the 1998 season’s last game, securing his team a spot in the playoffs — reportedly died of an apparent heart attack while working out.

“We were all devastated to learn of Kwamie’s passing today and our hearts go out to all of his family and friends,” Cardinals team presidentMichael Bidwill said in a statement. “Kwamie came to the Cardinals as an undrafted rookie free agent. He not only became a key contributor to our team for eight seasons but continued to make an impact on this community after his playing days ended. He will be missed greatly.”

141of 146Mungau DainMungau Dain.Dain, an actor from the Pacific Islands,died on Jan. 5. He was 24.Best known for his role in the Oscar-nominated filmTanna, Dain leaves behind his wife, Nancy, and two children,according to AP.The Vanuatu native passed away after cutting his leg open in Port-Vila and contracting an infection that was not immediately treated,according toThe New York Times.Tannaco-director Martin Butler spoke out about Dalin’s tragic death, telling AP, “I was totally devastated. He was so fit and young and gorgeous. His wife is fabulous and the kids are great,” Butler told the outlet. “He was a great example of how you can live a totally different type of life, and still be completely happy.”

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Mungau Dain

Mungau Dain.

Dain, an actor from the Pacific Islands,died on Jan. 5. He was 24.

Best known for his role in the Oscar-nominated filmTanna, Dain leaves behind his wife, Nancy, and two children,according to AP.

The Vanuatu native passed away after cutting his leg open in Port-Vila and contracting an infection that was not immediately treated,according toThe New York Times.

Tannaco-director Martin Butler spoke out about Dalin’s tragic death, telling AP, “I was totally devastated. He was so fit and young and gorgeous. His wife is fabulous and the kids are great,” Butler told the outlet. “He was a great example of how you can live a totally different type of life, and still be completely happy.”

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Gene Okerlund

Gene Okerlund.Mediapunch/REX/Shutterstock

Okerlund’s cause of death was not immediately revealed.

Okerlund joined the WWE in 1984, conducting ringside interviews with the sports’ biggest stars, including Hogan. Additionally, he hosted shows includingAll-American WrestingandTuesday Night Titans.

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Bob Einstein

Bob Einstein.Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP/REX/Shutterstock

Einstein died on Jan. 2in Indian Wells, California, shortly after being diagnosed with cancer,Deadlinereported. He was 76.

It is unclear what type of cancer he had and if that directly caused his death.

Einstein became known for his role as Marty Funkhouser onCurb. The serious and often untempered character appeared in nearly two dozen episodes from 2004 to 2011.

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Daryl Dragon

Daryl Dragon.Harry Langdon/Getty

Daryl “Captain” Dragon — half of the legendary 1970s pop duo Captain & Tennille —died on Jan. 2.

The “Love Will Keep Us Together” singer died of renal failure while in hospice in Prescott, Arizona, Dragon’s rep confirmed to PEOPLE. He was 76.

“He was a brilliant musician with many friends who loved him greatly. I was at my most creative in my life, when I was with him, Tennille told PEOPLE in a statement.

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Jo Andres

Steve Buscemi and Jo Andres.Gregg DeGuire/WireImage

Andres, Steve Buscemi’s wife of over 30 years and a filmmaker, choreographer and artist,died in early January. She was 64.

Andres received acclaim for her 1996 filmBlack Kites, which played at several film festivals, including Sundance, Toronto and London. She also directed music and art videos, including her own performance works.

She leaves behind her husband and their 29-year-old son, Lucian.

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Pegi Young

Pegi Young.KMazur/WireImage

Young, the ex-wife ofNeil Youngand a musician in her own right,died on Jan. 1.

The news of her death comes a year after she was diagnosed with cancer. She was 66.

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source: people.com