It’s never easy when a beloved star dies, and already in 2024 we’ve seen the deaths of some great figures.
Bernard Hill, a popular British actor known for his major roles in the 1990s, has died aged 79.
He died in the early hours of May 5th. According to his family, his fiancée Alison and son Gabriel were at his side when he died. No official cause of death has been announced at this time.
Although he has had a long and illustrious career, Bernard is best known for his leading roles in ’90s blockbusters.
He played Captain Edward Smith in James Cameron’s 1997 film Titanic and then King Théoden in Lord of the rings.
Let’s also remember the other actors, singers and other celebrities who passed away in 2024.
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Mandisa, best known for her time American idol has died. She was only 47.
Christian rock radio station K-Love announced her death on Friday, April 19.
“Even more than her music, the platinum-selling singer will forever be known for her big heart and sincerity,” Christian radio station K-Love said in a statement Daily Mail.
The California native, whose full name was Mandisa Hundley, competed on the fifth season of American idoland made it into the top ten of the competition. According to the reports, Mandisa died on April 18 at her home in Nashville, Tennessee.
“Mandisa loved Jesus and she used her unusually expansive platform to talk about Him at every turn. Her kindness was epic, her smile electric, her voice massive, but it was no match for the size of her heart,” added David Pierce, media relations officer for the station, during the announcement.
Richard Lewis
Richard Lewis, one of America’s most popular stand-up comedians and actors, died in February 2024.
His death was confirmed by multiple media outlets just as the current season of HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm was airing.
He famously played a fictional version of himself in the series alongside Larry David for many years.
Last April, he announced that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and was retiring from stand-up comedy. The cause of death was announced shortly after news of his death.
Thomas Kingston
Thomas Kingston, a British financier and former boyfriend of Pippa Middleton, died at the end of February at the age of 45.
Like Pippa’s sister Kate Middleton, Thomas also married a royal: Lady Gabriella. a distant cousin of Prince William and Prince Harry.
A statement released on Tuesday on behalf of Lady Gabriella Kingston and Thomas’ family announced his death.
“It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Kingston, our beloved husband, son and brother. Tom was an extraordinary man who illuminated the lives of everyone who knew him. His death was a huge shock to the entire family and we ask that you respect our privacy as we mourn his passing.”
Emergency crews were reportedly called to assist after 6pm on Sunday, February 25th. Although the cause of death is unclear, there are no reports that suspicious circumstances or other parties were involved.
Chita Rivera
Chita Rivera was 91 years old when she died on Tuesday, January 30th.
She literally became a star in the original Broadway production of West Side Story and became one of the most famous Latina stars of her generation.
Her death was confirmed in a statement from her daughter Lisa Mordente, but a cause of death was not confirmed.
Alec Musser and David Gale
Things have been particularly difficult for soap opera stars this week after the loss of not one, but two popular stars.
And they were both so young.
All my children Actor Alec Musser died on January 12, 2024 at the age of 50.
Alec’s fiancée Paige Press announced his death to shocked fans.
The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office announced that Alec died by suicide after an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the chest.
Paige reportedly found him in her bathroom after the suicide.
Just a few days later, David Gale, known for his role as Dr. Joe Scanlon in the popular soap opera, Port Charlesdeceased.
The 58-year-old confirmed the news about his sister with a heartbreaking Instagram post. A cause of death could not be given at this time.
Lynn Yamada Davis
Lynn Yamada Davis, the popular TikTok star behind the series Cooking with Lynja, has died. She was 67.
Davis died of cancer on January 1 at Riverview Medical Center in New Jersey.
Her daughter, Hannah Mariko Shofet, confirmed her death The New York Times.
Davis was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2019; Two years later her condition worsened. Then she was diagnosed with esophageal cancer.
Davis is best known for her cooking videos. With the help of her son Tim, she began producing content during the Covid-19 pandemic. Her big personality quickly became a hit with fans across social media.
She leaves behind her four children and two grandchildren, as well as numerous fans who will undoubtedly miss her.
Christian Oliver
Hollywood actor Christian Oliver is best known for his roles in Indiana Jones, Speed Racer, and the popular hits of the 90s Babysitters Club And Saved by the Bell: The New ClassHe was pronounced dead on January 4th.
What makes the death so shocking is that his two young daughters, ages 10 and 12, also died.
Oliver, whose real name is Christian Klepser, and his two young daughters were found dead after four bodies were recovered from a plane crash off a Caribbean island on January 4th NBC News.
The star and his children, Madita And Annik , were the only passengers flying aboard a small single-engine jet. The fourth person to die was the pilot.
They were en route to St. Lucia after taking off from JF Mitchell Airport on the Grenadine island of Bequia. The girls’ mother, Jessica, Oliver’s ex-wife, was not on board at the time.
David Soul
Actor David Soul, best known for his role in the television series Starsky & Hutch, has died at the age of 80. His wife, Helen Snell, announced his death on January 4, 2023.
“He shared many extraordinary gifts in the world as an actor, singer, storyteller, creative artist and dear friend.
“His smile, laughter and passion for life will be remembered by the many whose lives he touched.”
Soul played Detective Kenneth “Hutch” Hutchinson alongside Paul Michael Glaser’s Starsky in the hit crime-solving series that ran from 1975 to 1979.
Glynis Johns
Actress Glynis Johns, known for her role as Mrs. Winifred Banks in the Disney classic Mary Poppins, has died at the age of 100.
Mitch Clem, her manager, told The Associated Press she died of natural causes on Thursday, Jan. 4, at an assisted living home in Los Angeles.
“Today is a sad day for Hollywood,” Clem said. “She’s the last of the last of old Hollywood.”
Johns appeared in more than 60 films and also had a celebrated career on the stage.
She originated the role of Desiree Armfelt in Stephen Sondheim’s Broadway musical “A Little Night Music” and won a Tony Award and a Drama Desk Award for her performance in 1973.
Celebrities who died in 2023
A shocking number of beloved stars died last year.
Movie icons like Ryan O’Neal and Michael Gambon have died. Singing legends like Tony Bennett and Sinead O’Connor have left us.
After all, TV superstars like Andre Braugher, Paul Reubens and the great Matthew Perry have also died.