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14 added to the list of famous personalities we lost in 2023

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2023-05-31 10:10:09 Updated on 2023-05-31 10:44:10

Bill Lee, father of director Spike Lee and a great jazz musician, has died at the venerable age of 94.

Rick Hoyt

Iconic athlete Rick Hoyt has died aged 61. He was an emblematic figure of the Boston Marathon.

Gary Kent

Gary Kent has died aged 89. He was an outstanding actor and stuntman, even inspiring Quentin Tarantino for a key role in his film Once Upon A Time... in Hollywood, ultimately played by Brad Pitt!

Marlene Clark

Actress Marlene Clark has died aged 85. The charismatic star was notably in Sanford and Son and Ganja & Hess.

Marv Edwards

Former Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Marv Edwards has passed away at 87.

Ray Stevenson

Actor Ray Stevenson died at the age of 58. He amazed fans in the Thor, Divergent, Star Wars, Rome and Punisher sagas, and in many other projects.

Ed Ames

Actor and singer Ed Ames, notably of the Ames Brothers, has died at 95. He was also in Daniel Boone on TV in the 60s.

Sheldon Reynolds

Musician Sheldon Reynolds, ex-Commodores and Earth, Wind & Fire, has died aged 63.

Gerald Castillo

Actor Gerald Castillo, star of Saved by the Bell and General Hospital, has died at his home in Houston. He was 90 years old.

George Maharis

Route 66 star George Maharis has died aged 94.

Kenneth Anger

Author and filmmaker Kenneth Anger passed away at 96.

Leon Ichaso

The director of El Cantante and Bitter Sugar, Leon Ichaso, passed away at the age of 74.

Isaac "Redd" Holt

Isaac "Redd" Holt, percussionist and jazz fusion pioneer, has died at 91.

Rick Hummel

American author and sports columnist Rick Hummel has died at 77.

Jefferson Machado

A horrifying story from Brazil, as actor Jefferson Machado, missing for months, was found dead in a trunk outside a house in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The actor's death was confirmed on Instagram. Authorities reveal that Machado had been discovered tied up in a wooden chest, cast in concrete, and buried six feet underground. Jefferson Machado was 44 years old.

Samantha Weinstein

Canadian actress and musician Samantha Weinstein, star of Carrie and Big Girl, has died aged 28 following a fierce battle of more than two years with ovarian cancer.

Angel Mercado-Ocasio

A terrible story from Harrisburg, as the death at only 19 years old of a young college baseball player angers his loved ones and community. Promising youngster Angel Mercado-Ocasio, who was playing for Central Penn at the college level, was helping out a local little league when the dugout fell on him, causing fatal injuries, including to his head. Local media report that the shelter had not been built properly or to standard. Central Penn said in a statement "to be devastated by the loss of Angel (...) a promising young athlete who senselessly lost his life while helping others enjoy the sport he loved so much".

Tina Turner

Music icon Tina Turner has died, many sources report. She was 83.

Jaden Hullaby

News of Jaden Hullaby's death at just 21 years old sent shockwaves through the college football world. Hullaby, who played in Texas and New Mexico, had been missing for a few days before the sad confirmation of his death. His coach, friends and relatives offered touching tributes following the news.

Jim Brown

The great Jim Brown, revered as one of the greatest football players in history despite a short nine-year NFL career, died May 19. He was 87 years old.

Andy Rourke

Andy Rourke, the bassist of indie legends The Smiths, has died at the age of 59 of pancreatic cancer. The news was announced by guitarist Johnny Marr on social networks.

‘Superstar’ Billy Graham

Pro wrestling legend “Superstar” Billy Graham died Wednesday. He was 79. Graham, whose real name was Eldridge Wayne Coleman, had been dealing with health issues for decades.

Deb Hope

Deb Hope, former Global presenter and reporter, has died aged 67 of complications from Alzheimer's disease.

Marc Lalonde

Former federal cabinet minister Marc Lalonde, who served under Pierre Elliott Trudeau, has died at the age of 93.

Luciano Sovena

Italian producer Luciano Sovena (left) has died. He was 73 years old.

Elise Amendola

Beloved AP photojournalist Elise Amendola has died after a long battle with ovarian cancer. She was 70 years old.

Chris Roberts

Chris Roberts, iconic sports commentator in UCLA basketball history, has died at age 74.

Owen Davidson

Tennis doubles legend Owen Davidson, who won eight Grand Slam tournaments with Billie Jean King, has died aged 79.

Bill Oesterle

Bill Oesterle, entrepreneur and co-founder and former CEO of Angie's List business service, died of complications from ALS. He was 57.

Shalie Lipp

Complete shock in the MMA world, as rising star Shalie Lipp suddenly dies in a terrible car accident. She was only 21 years old. Even UFC leader Dana White speaks of her death as a heartbreaking and traumatic event.

Spencer Baumgarten

Spencer Baumgarten (second from left in photo) died at his home. He was 62 years old. He suffered from leukemia.

Vida Blue

Vida Blue, who helped the Oakland A's win the World Series three years in a row, has died at the age of 73.

Pema Tseden

Pema Tseden, a Tibetan director known for Jinpa and Balloon, died suddenly aged 53 in Tibet.

Jack Rebney

Jack Rebney, the 'Winnebago Man' who became one of the internet's first viral personalities, has died aged 93.

Katie Cotton

Apple PR legend Katie Cotton, who worked closely with Steve Jobs, has died aged 57.

Denny Crum

Denny Crum, Hall of Fame college basketball coach who led Louisville to two national championships in the 1980s, has died at age 86.

Felipe Colares

UFC fighter Felipe Colares has died aged 29 after being hit by a bus in Brazil.

Lance Blanks

Former Suns general manager Lance Blanks has taken his own life, his daughter Riley Blanks Reed has revealed. He was 56 years old.

Sonia Pizarro

Sonia Pizarro, known as a cast member of truTv's Operation Repo, has died. She was 60 years old.

Eileen Saki

Eileen Saki, known for her role as Rosie in 'M*A*S*H', has died in Los Angeles after a battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 79 years old.

Larry Poland

Larry Poland, founder of Mastermedia International, has died in Illinois following a stroke. He was 83 years old.

Menahem Pressler

Pianist Menahem Pressler has died in London aged 99.

Rita Lee

Rita Lee, Brazilian rock queen, has died at 75.

Sammy Koneak

Former Kuujjuaq mayor Sammy Koneak died at age 56 after being diagnosed with cancer.

Jacklyn Zeman

General Hospital star Jacklyn Zeman dies at 70. She was an important and beloved figure to fans for several decades.

Heather Armstrong

A pioneer mom blogger sadly took her own life. Heather Armstrong, also known as Dooce, was only 47 years old. She had been very open about her struggles with depression and her battle with alcoholism in the past.

David Miranda

Quite a story from Brazil, as 37-year-old political star David Miranda died nine months after contracting a gastrointestinal illness. City councilman in Rio de Janeiro, then member of Congress of Brazil, the young political star got a lot of attention first in the Edward Snowden case, then by signing articles for The Guardian, in particular one in which he predicts that the Bolsonaro movement wishes his death.

Young Lo

Rapper and producer Young Lo has been killed in a shooting that broke out at a Miami nightclub. His fans, friends and family are in shock. He has notably collaborated with Drake and Lil Wayne. He was only 37.

Bobby Moudy

TikTok star Bobby Moudy died by suicide. It seems the father of three took his own life due to serious financial problems. He was only 46 years old. His family and fans are in shock.

Sienna Weir

Sienna Weir, a Miss Universe finalist, died from a terrible horse riding accident, multiple sources report. She was only 23.

Petr Klima

Former NHL player Petr Klima has died aged 58. He notably won the Stanley Cup with the Edmonton Oilers.

Tori Bowie

Star athlete and Olympic medalist Tori Bowie has been found dead in Florida. Her relatives, team, friends and fans are in complete shock. She was only 32.

Gordon Lightfoot

Canadian folk music icon Gordon Lightfoot has died at the age of 84 in a Toronto hospital.

Heather Walker

Heather Walker, VP of public relations for the Boston Celtics, has died. She was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer, the NBA team has confirmed. She was only 52 years old.

Patty Raynes

New Yorker and socialite Patty Raynes was found dead in her Florida home by her housekeeper. Raynes was a prominent member of Manhattan's elite. She was 70 years old.

Ginnie Newhart

American comedian and actor Bob Newhart's wife, Ginnie Newhart, died at 82 after a long illness.

Mike Pride

The Pulitzer Prize-administrator, author and editor Mike Pride has died aged 76.

Dale Meeks

Dale Meeks, star of ITV's Emmerdale, has died at 47. A relative said he was profoundly unwell before his death.

Esther Jenner

Caitlyn Jenner's mom, Esther, has died. She was a strong supporter of Caitlyn's transition.

MoneySign Suede

The Los Angeles rapper known as MoneySign Suede was killed in a California prison. The 22-year-old rapper, whose real name is Jaime Brugada Valdez, was fatally stabbed.

Keith Gattis

Veteran country musician Keith Gattis has died, leaving many fans and collaborators in mourning. He worked with many great artists, notably Kenny Chesney, George Strait and Sheryl Crow. Crow was quick to pay tribute to Gattis upon hearing the news of his death. "Woke up to the news that Keith Gattis has gone on. He was a wonderful person, an incredible talent, and a well loved friend to all who knew him. He will be missed," she said. Keith Gattis was only 52 years old.

Jerry Springer

The iconic host and pioneer of a TV genre Jerry Springer has died at the age of 79.

Christina Ashten Gourkani

Model Christina Ashten Gourkani, well-known on various platforms, who was also a Kim Kardashian look-alike, has sadly died aged 34 following a plastic surgery that went wrong. Her family, fans and friends are in shock.

Harry Belafonte

The legendary Harry Belafonte has died at 96, according to The New York Times. The icon marked generations with his voice and undeniable charisma.

Len Goodman

Beloved Dancing With The Stars judge Len Goodman has died aged 78, just months after announcing his retirement. The news is a shockwave for fans and loved ones.

Mark Stewart

Mark Stewart, singer and founding member of British post-punk band Pop Group, has died, confirms Mute Records. Stewart was 62 years old.

Barry Humphries

Australian comedian Barry Humphries, best known for his comedic character Dame Edna, has died aged 89, his family confirmed.

Don Daynard

Iconic Toronto radio host Don Daynard has died aged 88.

Moonbin

Moonbin, member of K-Pop group Astro, was found dead at his Seoul residence. He leaves many friends, family members and fans in complete shock and mourning. He was only 25 years old.

Keith Nale

Keith Nale, star of Survivor, a show he appeared on twice, has died. The former firefighter and first responder was battling cancer. He was 62.

Chris Smith

Former NFL player Chris Smith has died. He was only 31 years old. He had gone through a tragedy in 2019 when his girlfriend Petara Cordero was killed in a horrific accident, hit by a car while getting out of Smith's vehicle. He was then playing for the Browns. The couple had a daughter together.

Elizabeth Hubbard

Elizabeth Hubbard, star of As the World Turns and The Doctors, among others, died at 89.

Red Robinson

Vancouver radio star Red Robinson, who amazed with his grandiose interviews, including with the Beatles, died hours after his 86th birthday.

Richard Ng

Beloved actor Richard Ng has died aged 83, his wife confirms.

Ryuichi Sakamoto

Composer Ryuichi Sakamoto has died of cancer aged 71. He has signed numerous soundtracks and iconic projects.

Sharon Acker

The actress, born in Canada, marked Hollywood. She died at 87.

Christo Jivkov

Christo Jivkov sadly died at just 48 years old. The actor and artist had notably marked the imagination with his role in The Passion of the Christ.

Anne Perry

The best-selling author who was herself accused of murder in her youth has died aged 84.

Greg Francis

Former basketball coach and Olympian Greg Francis has tragically died aged 48 following a battle with multiple sclerosis.

Klaus Teuber

Catan creator Klaus Teuber has died aged 70, leaving thousands of avid players in mourning.

Al Jaffee

Al Jaffee, cartoonist and pioneer (Mad), died at the venerable age of 102.

Dan McKillen

Former HealthDay CEO Dan McKillen has died at 71.

Mark Sheehan

The Script guitarist Mark Sheehan has died. According to TMZ, he died in a hospital after a brief illness, but details remain unclear. He was only 46 years old.

Craig Breen

Rally champion Craig Breen sadly lost his life after an crash during a private road test with his car. He was only 33 years old.

Jung Chae-yul

South Korean actress Jung Chae-yul, 26, has died. She was found at her residence, her agency confirms, Variety reports. She had started her career as a model, before finding international fame thanks to the Zombie Detective series, distributed by Netflix. She clearly had a bright future ahead of her.

Ian Bairnson

Ian Bairnson, The Alan Parsons Project's guitarist and star of Kate Bush's Wuthering Heights, has died aged 69. He also collaborated with several artists, including Paul McCartney and Sting. He was suffering from dementia.

Lasse Wellander

ABBA guitarist Lasse Wellander has died at 70. He received praise from the band and their many fans. He died in his sleep, surrounded by his family.

Julian Figueroa

Julian Figueroa, Mexican music star, has died aged 27. The young man appreciated for his style and his ballads was found in his room, according to his mother. He was declared dead when the police arrived. There was no sign of violence. The report, however, states that the musician died of a violent heart attack.

Michael Lerner

Actor Michael Lerner, here with Robert Emms and Lily Collins, has died at the age of 81. His family announced the sad news. He starred in many films over the span of an impressive career including Godzilla, Elf and Barton Fink.

John Regan

Prolific bass player John Regan, who played alongside big names like the Rolling Stones, Billy Idol, David Bowie, Ace Frehley and Peter Frampton, has died aged 71. His wife confirmed the news.

Paul Cattermole

Paul Cattermole, member of the popular British group S Club 7, died at the age of 46. He was found at his home. His family and friends are devastated.

Bob Lee

Bob Lee, founder of Cash App, was murdered in the middle of the street in San Francisco. The 43-year-old succumbed to his injuries in a hospital after being stabbed. Lee's loved ones and the citizens of San Francisco are in shock and angry, as a crime wave hits the city.

Care Failure (Caroline Kawa)

Care Failure (Caroline Kawa), lead singer and guitarist of Canadian rock band Die Mannequin, has died at 36. Her family confirmed she died from a heart failure following an infection. Rock fans in Canada and around the world are in shock and mourning the star.

Mary-Brian Clarke

Heartbreaking story, as the young Mary-Brian Clarke, girlfriend of the late model Jeremy Ruehlemann, who died in January 2023 of an overdose at the age of 27, was also found dead. She was only 24 years old.

Bill Leavy

NFL referee Bill Leavy, recognized for his professionalism and integrity, which also led him to a supervisor job in the NFL, died at 76.

Nicholas Lloyd Webber

Grammy-nominated composer and producer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, eldest son of famed Andrew Lloyd Webber, has died in England after a battle with cancer. He was only 43 years old.

Jeffrey Vandergrift

Popular San Francisco host and DJ Jeffrey Vandergrift who had been missing for a few weeks has been found dead. Considered at risk by the authorities during his disappearance, the 54-year-old man was unfortunately found in the water.

Paul Grant

Actor and stuntman Paul Grant, notably star of the Harry Potter and Star Wars sagas, died at the age of 56. He was found near a train station in London.

Lewis Largent

MTV star Lewis Largent has died. The 58-year-old has also been a prolific member of the music industry, notably with Def Jam.

Guy Arsenault

Poet and visual artist Guy Arsenault, notably creator of Acadie Rock, died at 69.

Wayne Swinny

Rock band Saliva's guitarist Wayne Swinny has died aged 59. He had been rushed to hospital shortly before, suffering a cerebral hemorrhage.

Willis Reed

Basketball legend Willis Reed, two-time NBA champion who forever marked the New York sports landscape, dies at 80.

Lance Reddick

It's complete shock for millions of fans around the world as actor Lance Reddick's death has been confirmed by TMZ. Unforgettable figure of projects like Fringe, The Wire, Bosch or the John Wick saga, the star leaves a huge void. Lance Reddick was 60 years old.

Jeff Thomas

Model Jeff Thomas has been found dead at 35 at a Miami building, from what is considered apparent suicide. His relatives and his agent are in shock.

Glen Weir

Former Montreal Alouette and member of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame Glen Weir died at the age of 71, leaving behind him an indelible mark in the history of the sport and the city of Montreal.

Costa Titch

Death of South African rapper Costa Titch has unfortunately been confirmed, shortly after he collapsed on stage, CNN reports. He was 28.

Denise Russo

Reality star Denise Russo, best known for The X-Life on VH1, has been found dead at a friend's home. She was only 44 years old. Drug-related items were found at the scene.

Robert Blake

Robert Blake, a highly controversial Hollywood figure, has starred in a few successful films and series. He will, however, be remembered most for the murder charge brought against him in the case of the death of his wife, Bonny Lee Bakley. Cleared by a jury, he was then found guilty in a civil trial in 2005.

Gary Rossington

Lynyrd Skynyrd's guitarist Gary Rossington has died aged 71. The exact cause has not been revealed, but he had been suffering from heart problems for a few years.

Tom Sizemore

Tom Sizemore, star of numerous films including Natural Born Killers and Saving Private Ryan, died at age 61 from complications from a brain aneurysm.

Stella Stevens

American actress Stella Stevens, star of films like The Nutty Professor and Where Angels Go, has died aged 84.

Jim Nunn

Jim Nunn, former CBC star host (Land and Sea, Marketplace), died after a battle with cancer, at the age of 72.

Stanley Wilson Jr

After many struggles, including with the law, Stanley Wilson Jr was found dead in a mental wellness center. He was 40 years old.

Michel Deville

Michel Deville, winner of two César awards, died at 91.

Fred Miller

The brilliant football player, both college and professional, Fred Miller, died at 82 years old.

Charles Foster

Actor and presenter Charles Foster has died. He was notably in Emmerdale and Coronation Street, before becoming a respected host, for ITV among others.

Anthony Ciccone

Madonna is in mourning. Her brother Anthony Ciccone, with whom she and her family had reconnected over the past few years, has died. Anthony suffered from alcoholism and fought serious demons all his life. He died at age 66.

Gordon Pinsent

Newfoundland-born Canadian actor Gordon Pinsent died at the age of 92 on February 25. He starred in more than 150 films and wrote two novels for the big screen.

Hayden and Jansen Panettiere

Jansen Panettiere, Hayden's younger brother, was found dead in his New York residence, TMZ reports. He was only 28 years old.

Richard Belzer

Comedian and Law & Order SVU star Richard Belzer has died at the age of 78.

Raquel Welch

The iconic Raquel Welch passed away at the age of 82. She charmed an entire generation with her beauty and talent.

Austin Majors

Childhood star of NYPD Blue Austin Majors died at age 27 from what appeared to be a fentanyl overdose. He was found in a homeless shelter.

Cody Longo

Actor Cody Longo, known for his roles in Days of Our Lives and Hollywood Heights, has been found dead at his home in Texas. He was only 34 years old.

Scott Alexander

The likeable magician from America's Got Talent has died suddenly at age 52. He was working on a cruise when the tragedy occurred, said his wife.

Burt Bacharach

Legendary composer and musician Burt Bacharach passed away at the age of 94.

Jean-Pierre Jabouille

Former F1 driver Jean-Pierre Jabouille has died in France.

Sidney Thornton

Sidney Thornton, who won back-to-back Super Bowls with Pittsburgh in the 1978 and 1979 seasons, has passed away at the age of 68

Paco Rabanne

Iconic fashion designer Paco Rabanne has died aged 88.

Bobby Beathard

NFL exec Bobby Beathard, a four-time Super Bowl winner, has died at age 86 of heart complications.

Randy Gonzalez

The father of famous TikTok duo Enkyboys, Randy Gonzalez, has died at 35.

Cindy Williams

American actress Cindy Williams has died aged 75.

Kevin O'Neal

60s and 70s star Kevin O'Neal passed away at 77.

Jay Briscoe (Jamin Pugh)

Professional wrestler Jay Briscoe (Jamin Pugh) has died in a car accident.

Tom Verlaine

Tom Verlaine, gifted musician and star of Television, passed away at the age of 73.

Bobby Hull

Bobby Hull passed away at age 84, many sources confirm. He was an iconic figure in the NHL and for the Chicago Blackhawks.

Annie Wersching

Annie Wersching, actress seen in the popular series 24, died on January 29 from cancer. She was 45 years old.

Kyle Smaine

Former world freestyle skiing champion Kyle Smaine tragically died in an avalanche in Japan on January 29. The American was only 31 years old.

Adama Niane

French actor Adama Niane, known among other things for his role as a hitman in the Netflix series Lupin, has died. He was 56.

Lisa Loring

Actress Lisa Loring, who played the first version of the Wednesday Addams character in The Addams Family, died Jan. 28 at age 64.

Barrett Strong

Barrett Strong, one of the founders of Motown, has died at the age of 81.

Viola Léger

The actress and former senator Viola Léger passed away on January 28 at the age of 92. Viola Léger played the famous character of La Sagouine for over 50 years.

Jeremy Ruehlemann

Model Jeremy Ruehlemann died suddenly at the age of 27, plunging his loved ones, his mentor and designer Christian Siriano, as well as his father, into mourning. The latter also believes that it is his son's drug addiction that ultimately took his life.

Anton Walkes

MLS and Charlotte FC fans mourn the passing of Anton Walkes, who died following an accident in Florida at the age of 25.

C.J. Harris

C.J. Harris, who won the hearts of so many since his appearance on American Idol, died of a heart attack at 31.

Alan Rankine

Alan Rankine of the band The Associates was well known by rock fans around the world.

Jorge Ballesteros

Shooting champion Jorge Ballesteros has died aged 39 from a gunshot wound to the head.

Harvey Mead

A pioneer of the environmental movement, he was the first sustainable development commissioner in Quebec.

Van Conner

Van Conner was the bassist for the Screaming Trees. He died at age 55.

David Crosby

Legendary musician David Crosby has died at age 81. Music fans around the world are in mourning.

Gina Lollobrigida

Legendary Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida has died aged 95.

Gino Odjick

Former and larger-than-life Canucks (and Canadiens) hockey player Gino Odjick died of a heart attack at the age of 52 on January 15. The NHL, fans and many communities are in mourning.

Robbie Bachman

Legendary drummer and co-founder of Bachman-Turner Overdrive (BTO), Robbie Bachman, has died aged 69, his brother confirms on Twitter.

Tatjiana Patitz

Supermodel Tatjiana Patitz, who was among the greats of fashion in the 1990s, sadly died of breast cancer at the age of 56.

Lisa Marie Presley

Lisa Marie Presley, daughter of Elvis, died after being rushed to the hospital hours earlier. She was only 54 years old.

Jeff Beck

It is with sadness that the music world and fans learned of the death of Jeff Beck on January 10 at the age of 78.

Adam Rich

Actor Adam Rich, known among other things for his role in Eight Is Enough, died on January 7. He was 54 years old.

Michael Snow

Toronto multidisciplinary artist Michael Snow, known for his abstract paintings, public sculptures and the experimental film Wavelength , died on January 6 at the age of 94.