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Celebrity Deaths 2026

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Sep 29, 2026 12:01 PM
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Dennis Haskins dead at 75
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Dennis Haskins

The actor who played Principal Belding on Saved by the Bell died on Sept. 27 at the age of 75.

“Everyone loved Mr. Belding and those of us who got to know Dennis, loved him even more,” his agent Jay Schacher said in a statement to People. “He was a great person, and he loved, I mean absolutely LOVED his fans. He always had time for them, no matter what. He was my client and dear friend for over 20 years, and I will miss him terribly. I’m heartbroken.”


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Presley Gerber

The son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, died on Sept. 20 at the age of 27, according to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner.


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Peter Cullen

The voice of Optimus Prime in Transformers died in Los Angeles on Aug. 26 at age 85, his agent told The Hollywood Reporter.

The agent said he “passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family—and held in the hearts of his many friends and countless fans worldwide."


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Tim Curry

The iconic star of films like 1975’s The Rocky Horror Picture Show, 1985’s Clue and 1996’s Muppet Treasure Island died at the age of 80 at his home in Los Angeles, his manager confirmed to CBS News.


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Dolly Parton

The country legend died Aug. 25 after a "brief battle with cancer," her team shared. 

“Our beloved Dolly Parton spent her life and career bringing joy, laughter, hope and integrity into everything she touched," their statement to MSNOW read. "Her unmatched generosity reached the lives of countless people whom she would never meet, yet she was always there to offer a helping hand."


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Hayden Panettiere

The Heroes actress died on Aug. 16 at the age of 36, her rep and father confirmed.


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Scott Bryce

The soap opera star died on July 12 following a battle with cancer.

"He fought the hardest and most honorable fight I have ever witnessed," his son Jackson wrote on Instagram. "He is a part of everything I’ve done and everything I will do. I am endlessly grateful God chose him to be my father, and I am so proud to be his son."


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Theo Burrell

The British antiques specialist and auctioneer—who appeared on the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow—died following a years-long battle with glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer, her family confirmed. She was 39.

“She was an incredible person who fought hard for her family, friends and raising awareness of this cruel disease,” a July 12 post to Burrell’s Instagram shared. “She saw life events like her son's first day at school and her wedding that a little over 4 years ago we thought she'd never see.”


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Josh Grisetti

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel actor and Broadway star died by suicide on July 10 at the age of 44, his agent Rick Ferrari confirmed.

"I'm absolutely devastated," he said in a statement. "That's all I can say."

 


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Sam Neill

The Jurassic Park actor died on July 13 at the age of 78, his family confirmed.


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Clive Davis

The music executive, who helped usher Columbia Records into the age of rock and roll and mentored acts like Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen, died at the age of 94, his family confirmed June 22.


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James Burrows

The prolific television sitcom director died on June 19 at the age of 85, his family confirmed. 

“He will be profoundly missed and forever remembered," they said in a statement. "Our thoughts are with Debbie, his children and grandchildren, his family, friends, collaborators, and all those whose lives he touched. May his memory be a blessing."


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Daveigh Chase

The Ring and Lilo & Stitch star died on June 16 at age 35 following a battle with meningitis and a blood infection, her boyfriend Roy Hernandez confirmed. 


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Oliver Tree

The “When I’m Done” singer died in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 14.

He was identified as one of six casualties after two helicopters collided while flying over an electric vehicle yard in the southwest zone of Rio. 

Tree was 32.


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Peabo Bryson

The R&B singer—who won two Grammys for his pop duet versions of "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World"—died on June 2 at the age of 75,  days after suffering from a stroke.

“We are tremendously moved by the outpouring of love, prayers and support from fans, friends, and colleagues around the world,” his family shared in a statement. “While our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing how deeply Peabo was loved and how many lives were touched by his voice and his generous spirit. His legacy and music will live on for generations to come.”

 


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Kyle Busch

The NASCAR legend died on May 21, just hours after his family shared he was in the hospital battling a "severe illness." He was 41. 

"Our entire NASCAR family is heartbroken by the loss of Kyle Busch," NASCAR said in a part of joint statement with the Busch family and his racing team Richard Childress Racing on X May 21. "A future Hall of Famer, Kyle was a rare talent, one who comes along once in a generation. He was fierce, he was passionate, he was immensely skilled and he cared deeply about the sport and fans."

As the racing organization noted, "NASCAR lost a giant of the sport today, far too soon."

 


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Patrick Muldoon

The actor—known for his work on projects such as Saved by the Bell, Days of Our Lives and Melrose Place—died on April 19 from a heart attack at the age of 57.

Known as “Bobo” to his loved ones, Muldoon was described by his friends to Deadline as “endlessly generous with his poetry, his humor, and his unmistakable presence.” 

They added that Muldoon “loved animals and people alike, gave unforgettable hugs, and possessed a rare quality of making others feel safe and seen. Stylish, charismatic, and full of life, he embraced each day with a full-tilt, rock ’n’ roll spirit.”


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Michael Patrick

The Game of Thrones actor died at the age of 35 following a 3-year battle with Motor Neuron Disease (MND). His wife, Naomi Sheehan, confirmed his passing with an April 8 Instagram post, sharing that Michael "passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends" after 10 days in the hospital.


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Misua

The drag queen (born Jayson Elvie Ty) was competing on the fourth season of Drag Race: Philippines when she died in her sleep on April 2. She was 27.

"Jayson was our dearly loved son, brother, friend, mentor, and most of all, Jayson is a star,” his family wrote. "He will be greatly missed by his loving family and close friends.”


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Konrad Bien-Stephen

The reality television star—known for his appearances on The Bachelorette Australia and The Challenge Australia—died at age 35, his team confirmed on April 2.

 “We ask that you respect the privacy of their family during this incredibly difficult time,” his team said in a statement obtained by Variety. "No further information will be shared at this stage. Our thoughts are with all who loved him.”


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Alex Duong

After a yearlong battle with a rare form of cancer, the Blue Bloods star died March 28 at the age of 42. His friend Hilarie Steele confirmed the news in a post on his GoFundMe, writing he had been surrounded by friends and family. 

“He was comfortable and thankfully out of pain,” she wrote. "We are devastated, but so grateful for the support, prayers, and generosity you have all shown during this unimaginable time."


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James Tolkan

The Back to the Future and Top Gun star died March 26, his rep confirmed to USA Today. He was 94.

"The news is sadly true about James," Tolkan's rep John Alcantar told the outlet. "James was a beloved professional who lived a good, full life."


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Leonid Radvinsky

The OnlyFans owner died at the age of 43 after a private battle with cancer, the adult content website's spokesperson shared with E! News.

"We are deeply saddened to announce the death of Leo Radvinsky," an OnlyFans spokesperson said in a statement to E! News. "Leo passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer."

 


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Jordan Wright

The Ex on the Beach and The Only Way Is Essex star was found dead in Thailand on March 19, a spokesperson for TOWIE confirmed to Deadline. He was 33. 


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