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Celebrities We Lost This Year

Celebrities are constantly moving in and out of the public eye. The talented, beautiful, and fresh-faced young actors might become Hollywood legends, or they could fade into obscurity. You never really know who is going to hold onto the spotlight and who will be happy to live a semi-normal life in private after they’ve had their taste of fame.

No matter who is currently the most sought-after talent in the industry, it’s important to remember those who have entertained us. Each celebrity, whether they’re an actor, painter, athlete, an author, or chef, gave part of their lives to us, the fans. Each year, many celebrities pass away from a wide variety of reasons. Some grow old and die surrounded by family, some take their own lives, and others are lost in tragic events.

We’ve already lost many celebrities this year, and the year isn’t over yet. You might have lost a well-loved icon that inspired you or helped you through hard times. One thing’s for sure; every name on this list will be greatly missed. They might not have had a huge impact on your life, but there’s bound to be a group of dedicated fans mourning the loss of each of these individuals.

To acknowledge this, we’ve compiled a list of celebrities we had to say goodbye to this year. Many of these people are actors, but others have had an impact on the world in different ways. Keep reading to learn more about the lives that have been lost this year while remembering their work.

Liam Payne

Liam Payne

Liam Payne, former member of the popular boy band One Direction, passed away on October 16, 2024, as result of a fall in Argentina. He was only 31 years old.

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Ethel Kennedy

Ethel Kennedy

Political spouse Ethel Kennedy passed away on October 10, 2024, at the age of 96 from a stroke. She was the wife of former Senator & U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, who himself was the brother of President John F. Kennedy and Senator Ted Kennedy. Ethel is also the mother of former 2024 independant presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.

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Maggie Smith

Maggie Smith

The famed actor Maggie Smith passed away on September 27, 2024, at the age of 89. No direct cause of death was shared at the time of her passing, but she had been open about previous breast cancer and Graves' disease diagnoses.

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James Earl Jones

James Earl Jones

Acting icon of stage and screen, James Earl Jones passed away on September 9, 2024, at the age of 93. No direct cause of death was provided other than his old age.

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Lou Dobbs

Lou Dobbs

Longtime news anchor Lou Dobbs passed away on July 18, 2024. No specific direct cause of death was stated in the death announcement from the family. He was 78.

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Bob Newhart

Bob Newhart

The beloved comedian and TV star Bob Newhart died at the age of 94 on July 18, 2024. According to the death announcement from his publicist, Newhart had a series of short illnesses which contributed to his death.

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Richard Simmons

Richard Simmons

TV fitness star Richard Simmons passed away on July 13, 2024, from complications of a fall and heart disease according to family members and the LA Medical Examiner. he was 76 years old.

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Shannen Doherty

Shannen Doherty

Shannen Doherty, the actor from popular TV shows like Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed, died on July 13, 2024. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. Despite treatment, the disease spread over the years via lymph nodes to her liver, brain, and eventually bones. She was only 53 years old.

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Donald Sutherland

Donald Sutherland

Actor Donald Sutherland passed way on June 20, 2024. He was 88 years old. He died under hospice care from complications of COPD. He was the father of fellow actors Kiefer and Rossif Sutherland.

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Toby Keith

Toby Keith

Country singer Toby Keith died on February 5, 2024, at the age of 62 following a two-year diagnosis of stomach cancer.

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