Celebrities who have died in 2024 (2025)

From One Direction member Liam Payne to legendary British actress Maggie Smith to pioneering ballerina Michaela Mabinty DePrince to Gena Rowlands, and more, here are the notable celebrities and famous faces we’ve lost in 2024.

Davis, known online as Lynja, saw her popularity soar on social media, with the celebrity chef’s unique personality and delivery creating a fan base that reached 10 million subscribers on YouTube. Davis dies on Jan. 1, 2024. She was 67.

Soul’s career spanned five decades, with his most notable role coming in the 1970s as Kenneth “Hutch” Hutchinson in “Starsky & Hutch.” He died on Jan. 4, 2024. Soul was 80.

The longtime actress had an impressive career during her 70-plus years on screen and the stage, which included Oscar and Golden Globe nominations as well as a Tony Award. The “Mary Poppins” actress died on Jan. 4, 2024. She was 100.

Canto’s career in Hollywood included success in both film and television, with roles in “X-Men: Days of Future Past,” “Designated Survivor,” “Narcos,” and “Blood & Oil.” Canto died on Jan. 8, 2024. He was 42.

Crombie appeared in film and television, with roles on this big screen in films such as “Born on the Fourth of July,” “Natural Born Killers” and “The Doors.” His most notable work that holds a place in pop culture came as “Crazy” Joe Davola on “Seinfeld.” Crombie died on Jan. 10, 2024. He was 71.

Musser was a model and actor, with his most notable appearances coming on the ABC soap opera “All My Children” as well as the 2010 film “Grown Ups,” which starred Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Salma Hayek, Kevin James, and David Spade. Musser died on Jan. 12, 2024. He was 50.

Randolph had success on Broadway as well as on television, with the actress landing her most notable character playing Trixie Norton on “The Jackie Gleason Show” and the sitcom “The Honeymooners.” Randolph died on Jan. 13, 2024. She was 99.

The Canadian broadcaster and actress became a recognizable face in the 1980s, starring as Jodie in the beloved TV show “Today’s Special” onNickelodeon. Her work as a broadcaster included the show “Eye on Toronto” in the late ’80s and early ’90s. Virgin died on Jan. 15, 2024. She was 77.

Shaw’s music career spanned seven decades, taking the jazz artist from the Apollo to national stardom with her hit, “California Soul.” She died on Jan. 19, 2024. She was 84.

Gail’s acting career included roles on “Growing Pains” and “Doogie Howser, M.D” in the early ’90s, plus “Beverly Hills, 90210” as Stuart Carson and Dr. Joe Scanlon “Port Charles.” Gail died on Jan. 20, 2024. He was 58.

Emge was a Vietnam vet whose career took an exciting twist that progressed from working as a chef in New York City to playing the memorial role of Stephen in the 1978 zombie classic “Dawn of the Dead.” Emge died on Jan. 20, 2024. He was 77.

Jewison was an iconic filmmaker with titles such as “Fiddler on the Roof,” “The Thomas Crown Affair,” “Rollerball,” and “Jesus Christ Superstar,” “In the Heat of the Night”and “Moonstruck”on his resume. Jewison died on Jan 20, 2024. He was 97.

Weiss (center) rose to fame in the 1960s as the lead singer of the Shangri-Las. The musician died on Jan. 19, 2024. She was 75.

Osgood was an Emmy Award-winning news anchor and radio host who worked for both ABC and CBS, the latter of which since the 1960s. He died on Jan. 23, 2024. He was 91.

The singer and songwriter rose to fame with her hits “Brand New Key” and “Lay Down (Candles in the Rain).” Safka died on Jan. 23, 2024. She was 77,

Sandra Milo rose to stardom after her role in Federico Fellini’s classic film “8 ½.” She passed away on Jan. 29, 2024. Milo was 90.

Battle’s career on stage included three Tony awards—”Sophisticated Ladies,” “The Tap Dance Kid” and “Miss Saigon”—and the distinction of first playing the role of Scarecrow in “The Wiz” on Broadway. He died Jan. 30, 2024. Battle was 67.

Rivera was a Broadway icon, with the Tony award-winning actress and singer’s most notable role coming as Anita in “West Side Story.” Shedied on Jan. 30 after a brief illness. Rivera was 91.

Gustafson’s (pictured right) career as an animator and director included an Oscar for his work on Guillermo del Toro’s “Pinocchio,” which took home the top nod for Best Animated Feature. His other work included animation direction for the Wes Anderson stop-motion film, “The Fantastic Mr. Fox.” Gustafson died on Feb. 1, 2024. He was 64.

Weathers’ work as Apollo Creed in the “Rocky” movies placed the actor in legendary status in the entertainment and sports world. The former pro football player also showed off his comedic timing as Chubbs Peterson in “Happy Gilmore” and reached a whole new genre of audience embers as Greef Karga in the “Star Wars” saga “The Mandalorian,” He died on Feb. 1, 2024. Weathers was 76.

Murray quickly rose to stardom in the 1950s after his work alongside Marilyn Monroe in the “Bus Stop”earned him an Oscar nomination. He would go on to act in television, film, and on stage, creating a body of work that spanned some 65 years in the entertainment industry. Murray died on Feb. 2, 2024. He was 94.

Keith’s rise to superstardom began with his debut hit “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” which kicked off a two-decade run of chart-topping songs with over 40 million albums sold. He died on Feb. 5, 2024. Keith was 62.

Fambrough’s time with the R&B quintet the Spinners spanned over 70 years, with his baritone voice and charisma helping bring the Detroit-based group to the forefront of the genre. He died on Feb. 7, 2024. Frambrough was 85.

Ganios rose to pop-culture fame in the early 1980s after starring in the “Porky’s” film series, where he played the role of Meat. He continued work through the years in both film and television, including roles in “Die Hard 2” and “Rising Sun,” plus the series “Wiseguy” as Mike “Mooch” Cacciatore. Ganios died on Feb. 18, 2024. He was 64.

The British actress rose to fame in both the Dr. Who and James Bond franchises, the latter of which she played the iconic role of Miss Moneypenny in “Never Say Never Again,” which saw Sean Connery reprise his role of OO7. Salem died on Feb. 21, 2024. She was 84.

The actor (pictured right) found success in both television and films, the formers in shoes such as “Smallville” and “Once Upon a Time.” Gauthier died on Feb. 23, 2024. He was 48.

Mitchell’s career included work in the “Star Trek: Discovery” series, where he played multiple roles, as well as “Captain Marvel.” The voiceover artist and actor died on Feb. 24, 2024. Mitchell was 49.

Dierkops’ career as a character actor was a success on both the small and big screen, with notable work in “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” “The Sting,” “The Pawnbroker,” and “The Hustler.”

The legendary comic and actor rose to fame with his uncanny self-deprecating humor, which carried over to the big and small screens. Lewis died on Feb. 28, 2024. He was 76.

Culver’s career included notable work in television, theater, and on the big screen, the latter of which took him to pop culture fame after he played the role of Captain Needa in the Star Wars film “The Empire Strikes Back.” He died on Feb. 27, 2024. Culver was 85.

Jones began his professional wrestling career in the 1980s and rose to iconic status in the ring toward the end of the decade as Ted DiBiase’s personal assistant. The Pennsylvania native died on Feb. 28, 2024. He was 72.

Dodson’s successful career as a voiceover artist included work in the Star Wars franchise as well as voicing the Mogwai in “Gremlins” and “Gremlins 2: The New Batch.” Dodson passed away on March 2, 2024. He was 64.

Lawrence was a multitalented entertainer whose most notable work included musical fame alongside his wife Eydie Gorme as the duo Steve and Eydie. Many fans will remember his acting work as Maury Sline, the manager and pal of the lead characters (Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi) in the 1980 film “The Blues Brothers.” Lawrence died on March 7, 2024. He was 88.

Carmen’s music career began with the 1960s band the Raspberries, and he went on to have a successful solo run, soaring to fame with hits like “All by Myself” and “Make Me Lose Control.” A new generation of fans was introduced to his talent in the ’80s for his hit song “Hungry Eyes” from the “Dirt Dancing” soundtrack. Carmen died in March 2024 at age 74.

The younger brother of Pultiazer Prrise winner Frank McCourt, he found success in film and television, most notably for his role as the bartender Kevin on ABC’s soap opera “Ryan’s Hope.” McCourt’s ambitions leaned into the political world as well, serving as the Green Party candidate during the New York global race in 2006. He passed away on March 11, 2024. McCourt was 92.

The Oscar-winning screenwriter turned his life into iconic art in 2010, transforming his early-life struggles with a stutter into the story that would become “The King’s Speech.” Seidler passed away on March 16, 2024, at the age of 86.

The legendary character actor’s work included a wide spread of genres, from “Harry and the Hendersons” to “Slap Shot” to “Fletch,” “Blade Runner,” “The Jerk” and his award-winning work in “Blood Simple.” Walsh passed away on March 19, 2024. He was 88.

From the stage to television and film, the talented actor’s career had a resume fitting the icon he became in the entertainment industry. He progressed from acclaimed accolades on the stage to winning an Emmy as Fiddler in the series “Roots” to becoming the first Black actor to win the Best Supporting Actor award at the Oscars for his work in “An Officer and a Gentleman.” Gossett Jr. died on March 29, 2024. He was 87.

Flaherty rose to prominence as a talented comedy writer and actor during his run on the Canadian sketch seriesSCTV in the 1970s and early ’80s, a progression from his beginnings at the iconic Second City Theater in Chicago, where he worked alongside names such as John Belushi and Harold Ramis. Many would remember him for his notable role as the hecklerDonaldin the 1996golf comedy “Happy Gilmore”that starred Adam Sandler. Flaherty died on April 1, 2024. He was 82.

Simpson’s meteoric rise on the football field and in Hollywood—where the Heisman Trophy winner and NFL Hall of Famer would become a pop culture icon that included national commercials and acting roles—was met with a meteoric fall after the murder of then-wife Nicole Brown and Ronald Goldman. The controversy only escalated and continued to shadow Simpson, who found legal trouble long after being acquitted for those slayings in 1994. Simpson died on April 10, 2024. He was 76.

Betts rose to fame as a founding member of the Allman Brothers, with whom he played guitar, sang and wrote songs fro, including the hit “Ramblin’ Man.” Betts dies on April 17, 2024. He was 80.

Eddy sold more than 100 million records during his career, with the legendary guitarist creating hits such as “Forty Miles of Bad Road,” “Peter Gunn” and “Rebel-‘Rouser,” which won a Grammy. Eddy died on April 29, 2024. He was 86.

The Electric Light Orchestra keyboardist was a pivotal part in creating the band’s sound, even though he originally played bass guitar with the group. Tandy, who sang the hit “Mr. Blue Sky,” died on April 30, 2024. He was 76.

Though Buckner’s Hollywood career was brief, she created a significant impact with her role as Patty Simcox in “Grease,” which has become a generational blockbuster since its release in 1978. Buckner passed away on May 2, 2024. She was 71.

The legendary actor began working back in the 1980s and would eventually land prominent roles in blockbuster films and franchises, which included playing Theoden, King of Rohan, in the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. But it would be his portrayal of Captain Edward Smith in the James Cameron blockbuster “Titanic” that skyrocketed his fame to pop-culture infamy. Hill died on May 5, 2024. He was 79.

While few might not recognize the face or name, this actress and stuntwoman holds a place in pop-culture history for her role as Chrissie Watkins in “Jaws,” the character whois forever rememberedas Victim 1 in the great white’s wrath in Amityville. She passed away on May 11, 2024. Backlinie was 77.

The longtime character actor had a resume filled with memorable roles in films such “9 to 5,” “Tootsie,” “WarGames,” “Dragnet,” “The Beverly Hillbillies,” “You’ve Got Mail,” and more. Working since the 1960s, he appeared on the stage as well as on television, winning an Emmy for his work in “Sworn to Silence.” Coleman passed away on May 16, 2024. He was 92.

Spurlock skyrocketed to fame in 2004 after his documentary “Super Size Me” was released. The filmmaker’s month-long health journey while eating nothing but McDonald’s captivated audiences across the world and earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary Feature Film. He wouldgo on towrite, produce, direct, and host other projects, from “Where in the World Is Osama bin Laden?” to his CNN show“Morgan Spurlock Inside Man.” He died on May 23, 2024. Spurlock was 51.

The iconic basketball player first gained national recognition at UCLA, where he was part of the legendary teams coached by John Wooden. From there, Walton moved on to the professional ranks, where he won two NBA titlesas well as a regular-season and Finals MVP. Following his playing days, Walton carved out an impressive broadcasting career, where his unique personality mixed with basketball knowledge made him a popular figure in the business.

The Hall of Famer passed away on May 27, 2024. He was 71.

Gregory will forever be etched in pop culture lore due to his role as Brian Tanner on the 1980s sitcom “ALF.” The child actor appeared in more than 100 episodes of the show, which ran from 1986 to 1990. Gregor died on June 13, 2024. He was 46.

The legendary actor carved out an award-winning career that spanned seven decades, impacting films with memorable roles in the “Dirty Dozen,” “M*A*S*H,” “Animal House,” “JFK,” “The Italian Job,” and “Pride & Prejudice.” His acting talents also included television, where he earned accolades for “Path to War,” “Citizen X,” and “The Undoing,” and hisportrayal of President Snow in “The Hunger Games” franchise introduced the actor to a new generation of fans.

Sutherland died on June 20, 2024. He was 88.

The Hawaiin-born talent had a career that spanned both sports and entertainment, having acted in such television shows as “Hawaii Five-0” and “Magnum P.I.,” while also playing a memorable role in the film “Forgetting Sarah Marshall.” Outside the entertainment world, Wily competed in the ring as a sumo wrestler and in mixed martial artist competitions. Wily died on June 20, 2024. He was 56.

The longtime actor had an impressive resume that began in the 1970s and continued into the current decade, with roles in TV and film. Cobbs died on June 25, 2024. He was 90.

Born Richard Samet Friedman, “Kinky” was a modern Renaissance man with accolades and a body of work ranging from singing and songwriting to politics and authorship. The one-time independentcandidate in the Texas gubernatorial election died on June 27, 2024. He was 79.

Born Seth Binzer, the singer-songwriter cofounded the band Crazy Town, which rose to fame in 2000 after their single “Butterfly” became a global success. While that success didn’t continue in the following years, Shellshock’s solo career saw moments of upward trends, including a collaboration with DJ Paul Oakenfold. He died on June 24, 2024, at the age of 49.

Mull’s career as a comedic actor gained notoriety in both film and television. A talented musician and painter as well, Mull’s acting credits included memorable work that ranged from Colonel Mustard in the 1985 film adaptation of “Clue” to his role as Gene Parmesan in the cult-classic television show “Arrested Development.” Mull died on June 27, 2024. He was 80.

Bonsall was part of the Oak Ridge Boys, the famed vocal quarter inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2015. He also found success as an author, having published several books, including a four-part series for children, “The Molly Books.” Bonsall died on July 9, 2024, at the age of 76.

The award-winning actress had an impressive career that began in the 1970s and continued into the 2020s when she returned to acting. Her breakthrough role came in Robert Altman’s 1975 film “Nashville,” and her notoriety continued to progress two years later in “3 Women” and a supporting role in Woody Allen’s hit, “Annie Hall.” However, her role as Wendy Torrance in Stanley Kubrick’s adaption of Steven King’s “The Shining” brought Duvall legendary fame. Although she shied away from Hollywood as the decades passed, her eccentric characters continued to be applauded while creating new fan bases for younger generations of movie lovers. Duvall died on July 11, 2024, at the age of 75.

The famed sex therapist, author, and talk show host took taboo notions and turned them into mainstream conversations. Born Karola Ruth Westheimer, she was a Holocaust survivor who eventually made her way to the U.S. in the 1950s, which set off a remarkable rise to one of the most recognized figures in pop culture. Dr. Ruth died on July 12, 2024, at the age of 96.

The legendary fitness guru rose to iconic fame with his “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” exercise videos that helped his followers shed an estimated 12 million pounds over the 40-plus years. His personality and positive demeanor were uncanny, which led to Simmon’s rise in the media and entertainment world as well. Though in recent times, he shied away from the spotlights, his fans never wavered from his support. Born Milton Teagle Simmons, he died on July 13, 2024. He was 76.

Doherty’s career in Hollywood began in the early 1980s as a child actor, appearing in notable television shows like “Little House on the Prairie” and “Our House.” Her first major cinematic role was in 1988 in the cult classic, “Heathers.” At the turn of the decade, though, she would land a role that would place her in television infamy, with the Memphis, Tennessee-born talent getting the role of Brenda Walsh in “Beverly Hills, 90210.” Doherty would continue to work through the years in both film and television,but the impact of the Aaron Spelling series would never be matched. Doherty passed away after her long battle with cancer on July 13, 2024. She was 53.

Rydbeck’s career include work in both television and film, with the latter placing him in pop-culture infamy among horror fans for his memorable role in “Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives.” Rydbeck passed away on July 15, 2024, at the age of 79.

Noted for being the first female action hero, Cheng Pei-pei’s work spanned multiple decades, beginning in the 1960s and continuing into 2020.Two of her most notable films highlighted that career longevity: 1the 1966 film “Come Drink with Me”andAng Lee’s 2000 hit“Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.” She died on July 17, 2024, at age 78

Newhart’s legendary comedy career headlined on the stage, on television, and in films, with his deadpan style of delivery creating a persona that attracted countless fans and racked up accolades, including a trio ofGrammy Awards, anEmmy Award, and aGolden Globe Award. Newhart passed away on July 18, 2024, at age 94.

Dobbs’ broadcast career was as controversial as impressive, with significant stops at both CNN and FOX. He was a founding anchor on CNN before moving to the FOX Business Network, where his show “Lou Dobbs Tonight” would run on two stints: 2003 to 2009 and 2010 to 2021. Dobbs passed aways on July 18, 2024, at 78.

Fakir was the last surviving member of the Four Tops, who Hall of Fame work included songs like “Reach Out I’ll Be There,” “Baby I Need Your Loving,” “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch),” “Ain’t No Woman (Like the One I’ve Got),” and “It’s the Same Old Song.” Fakir passed away on July 22, 2024, at the age of 88

Pascal’s work will forever be highlighted in literary history, with her “Sweet Valley High” series going down as one of the best-selling and recognizable franchises ever. She passed away on July 28, 2024, at the age of 92.

Cyphers’ acting career is etched in horror-film history due to his role as Sheriff Leigh Brackett in John Carpenter’s “Halloween,” which he would reprise decades later in “Halloween Kills.” His other work also included memorable parts, with many sports fans remembering him as Charlie Donovan in “Major League.” Cyphers passed away on Aug. 4, 2024, at the age of 85.

The longtime actress was best known for her work in the Star Trek franchise, where she played nurse Alyssa Ogawa. Her career included both television and film credits, and included a Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Female for her role in the 1988 film “The Wash.” Yasutake passed away on Aug. 5, 2024, at the age of 70.

The South African actress’ resume spans over four decades, a trailblazing journey that pushed through barriers of apartheid in her country. Her stardowm would reazch worldwide fame in 2018 as Zawavari in “Black Panther.” She passed away on Aug. 6, 2024, at the age of 72.

The frontman for the doo-wop group Maurice Williams and the Zodiacs, the South Carolina native, had success in multiple eras. First in the 1950s and ’60s, then in the 1980s, after the group’s hit song “Stay” was featured in the hit film “Dirty Dancing.” Williams died on Aug. 6, 2024, at the age of 86.

McCall’s career stretched an impressive run from the 1950s and into the new millennium, with her pop-culture claim to fame coming in 1964, when McCall and her husband Charlie Birll appeared on “The Ed Sullivan Show” when The Beatles were making their U.S. television debut. She passed away on Aug. 8, 2024, at 93.

Russell was a founding member of the group Great White, which enjoyed success in the 1980s after the band’s Ian Hunter remake of “Once Bitten, Twice Shy” became a hit. Russell passed away on Aug. 7, 2024. He was 63.

Rowlands’ career spanned some 70 years, with work that included multiple Academy Award nominations as well as Emmy Awards. She was a four-time Emmy winner and a two-time Golden Globe winner, part of a grand run in Hollywood alongside her husband, John Cassavetes. Rowlands died on Aug. 14, 2024, at the age of 94.

From the stage to television to film, Marshall’s career was a legendary journey that included everything from singing to acting and a host of shows such as “Hollywood Squares.” The longtime entertainer died on Aug. 15, 2024. He was 98.

The iconic French actor was the country’s leading man for over a decade, whose on-screen persona was compared to James Dean’s. Delon died on Aug. 18, 2024, at the age of 88.

The undisputed “King of Daytime Talk” was a trailblazer in the industry, with the “Phil Donahue Show” turning the spotlight on problem-oriented programming that is commonplace in today’s talk-television format. He passed away on Aug. 18, 2024, at the age of 88.

Rich Homie Quan, born Dequantes Lamar, first made a splash in the industry in 2013, with the Atlanta-based rapper’s hit “Type of Way” leading to a platinum career and a massive following. Quan died on September 5, 2024. He was 34.

Jones was one of the most talented and versatile actors of any generation, whose career shined from Broadway to Hollywood, spanning deceased as well as genres, from Stanley Kubrick’s “Dr. Strangelove” to working alongside Eddie Murphy in “Coming to America.” Jones had numerous memorable roles, often award-nominated work, though many would look to his legendary voice that brought Darth Vader to life in the “Star Wars” films and his role as Terence Mann in “Field of Dreams.” One of the few actors to achieve the EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony), Jones passed away on Sept 9, 2024. He was 93.

The talented ballerina born in a war-torn Sierra Leone made history as the youngest principal dancer at the Dance Theatre of Harlem. From there, she would perform with the Dutch National Ballet as well as the Boston Ballet. Her talent and fame grew, though, after appearing inBeyonce’s “Lemonade” video from her album of the same name. DePrince passed away in Sept. 2024, at the age of 29.

Toriano Adaryll “Tito” Jackson co-founded the Jackson 5, the iconic Motown group that included his younger brother, Michael. The quintet would become a headlining act of the 1970s pop-music scene with hits such as “ABC” and “I Want You Back.” Tito would go on to record two solo albums while also reuniting with the Jackson 5, who were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1997. Jackson died on Sept. 15, 2024. He was 70.

The longtime actor rose to prominence as Detective Sergeant John Taggart in “Beverly Hills Cop,” a role he reprised for the 2024 film “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F.” Ashton died on Sept. 26, 2024. He was 76.

For over seven decades, from the stage to the screen, Maggie Smith carved out one of the most iconic acting careers worldwide. She won Emmy Awards, Oscars and Tony Awards, stepping into rare company with what’s been coined the Triple Crown of Acting. Smith’s work spanned the generations, too, with fans of all ages admiring her work, whether it be from a Broadway stage or a Hogwarts classroom. Smith died on Sept. 27, 2024. She was 89.

The singer-songwriter and actor carved out a successful career that spanned multiple decades, with Kristofferson earning Golden Globe Awards as well as an induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame. He passed away on Sept. 28, 2024, at the age of 88.

Rose will forever be remembered as the MLB’s all-time hits leader, whose all-out playing style defined so much of the fans’ love as much as disgust. He’ll also forever be remembered for gambling on baseball, which cost him a Hall of Fame enshrinement and consistently marred any chance at returning to the game. He died on Sept. 30, 2024. Rose was 83.

The football player turned actor made an impact on television and the stage, as well as in film, with his role as adult Kunta Kinte in the 1977 trailblazing miniseries “Roots,” sending Amos on a career path that would include notable work over five decades. It was made public on Oct. 1, 2024, that Amos passed away on Aug. 21. He was 84.

The English singer rose to international fame as part of the boy band One Direction—alongside Niall Horan,Harry Styles,Louis Tomlinson,and Zayn Malik—which became a massive hit worldwide beginning in 2010. He would also have a successful solo career, selling millions of singles while totaling over a billion streams. Payne died on Oct. 16, 2024. He was 31.

Born Paul Andrews, the heavy metal singer rose to fame as the original vocalist for the band Iron Maiden, which he performed with from 1978 through 1981. Following his split, Di’Anno performed with several bands while also embarking on a solo career. The English rocker died on Oct. 21, 2024. He was 66.