Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Foster Sylvers, former child star of The Sylvers, dies at 64: reports
Foster Sylvers, the former child star who helped propel the family R&B group The Sylvers to fame in the 1970s, has reportedly died at age 64.
Foster Sylvers, the former child star who helped propel the family R&B group The Sylvers to fame in the 1970s, has reportedly died at age 64.
'Alaskan Bush People' star Matt Brown found dead after brother pulled him from river
“Alaskan Bush People” star Matt Brown has died. His brother Noah helped to pull his body from a river in Washington state Saturday.
“Alaskan Bush People” star Matt Brown has died. His brother Noah helped to pull his body from a river in Washington state Saturday.
FIFA Fan Festival Dallas reveals Summer concert lineup at Fair Park
Major Lazer, Turnpike Troubadours, MC Magic, Baby Bash and Lil Rob are set to headline a summer concert series at FIFA Fan Festival Dallas in Fair Park.
Major Lazer, Turnpike Troubadours, MC Magic, Baby Bash and Lil Rob are set to headline a summer concert series at FIFA Fan Festival Dallas in Fair Park.
Frankie Valli calls off Four Seasons' farewell tour for health concerns
Frankie Valli, 92, has canceled the remainder of the Four Seasons 2026 farewell tour dates, citing health reasons.
Frankie Valli, 92, has canceled the remainder of the Four Seasons 2026 farewell tour dates, citing health reasons.
Kelly Curtis, actress and Jamie Lee Curtis’ sister, dies at 69
Actress Kelly Curtis died Saturday morning at her home. She was 69 years old.
Actress Kelly Curtis died Saturday morning at her home. She was 69 years old.
Missouri cuts funding for Dolly Parton’s free book program: reports
The popular book program founded by legendary country singer Dolly Parton reportedly suffered a budget cut in one of its available states.
The popular book program founded by legendary country singer Dolly Parton reportedly suffered a budget cut in one of its available states.
Marcia Lucas, Oscar-winning ‘Star Wars’ editor, dies at 80
Marcia Lucas, the Oscar-winning editor often described as the unsung hero of “Star Wars,” has died.
Marcia Lucas, the Oscar-winning editor often described as the unsung hero of “Star Wars,” has died.
Darrell Sheets' autopsy report released, new details on death
Darrell Sheets’ autopsy report has revealed further details about the "Storage Wars" star’s death at 67 years old.
Darrell Sheets’ autopsy report has revealed further details about the "Storage Wars" star’s death at 67 years old.
Meta unveils subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp: What to know
Meta is rolling out paid subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp as the company expands premium features and artificial intelligence offerings.
Meta is rolling out paid subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp as the company expands premium features and artificial intelligence offerings.
Matthew Perry's former live-in assistant Kenneth Iwamasa sentenced in ketamine overdose case
Kenneth Iwamasa, the long-time live-in assistant to the late actor Matthew Perry, was sentenced to three years and five months in federal prison.
Kenneth Iwamasa, the long-time live-in assistant to the late actor Matthew Perry, was sentenced to three years and five months in federal prison.
'Emily in Paris' actor Pierre Deny dies at 69: Reports
Pierre Deny, a French actor best known for his role in Netflix’s “Emily in Paris," died on Monday from ALS-related complications.
Pierre Deny, a French actor best known for his role in Netflix’s “Emily in Paris," died on Monday from ALS-related complications.
North Texas history teacher competes on The Floor
Get ready for another episode of the high stakes trivia game show The Floor. One of the contestants, Tracy Smith, is a local history teacher. She talks about her experience on the show.
Get ready for another episode of the high stakes trivia game show The Floor. One of the contestants, Tracy Smith, is a local history teacher. She talks about her experience on the show.
Derek Hough returns in Symphony of Dance
Following the sold-out successes of his three most recent tours, Derek Hough is back on stage with a new dance experience, and it's coming to North Texas.
Following the sold-out successes of his three most recent tours, Derek Hough is back on stage with a new dance experience, and it's coming to North Texas.
Sonny Rollins, influential jazz saxophonist, dies at 95
Sonny Rollins, the saxophonist known for his bold, distinctive tone and constant experimentation, has died at the age of 95.
Sonny Rollins, the saxophonist known for his bold, distinctive tone and constant experimentation, has died at the age of 95.
This fan favorite stamp is making a comeback this summer
An iconic stamp that sold out within weeks is making a comeback this summer after winning a voting contest.
An iconic stamp that sold out within weeks is making a comeback this summer after winning a voting contest.
Stewart McLean, missing 'Virgin River' actor, found dead in suspected homicide
Stewart McLean, the actor known for his roles in "Virgin River" and other shows, was found dead in British Columbia after he was reported missing last week.
Stewart McLean, the actor known for his roles in "Virgin River" and other shows, was found dead in British Columbia after he was reported missing last week.
Rob Base, ‘It Takes Two’ rapper, dies at 59
Rapper Rob Base helped bring hip hop into the mainstream with the 1988 hit song "It Takes Two," which later became a pop culture staple.
Rapper Rob Base helped bring hip hop into the mainstream with the 1988 hit song "It Takes Two," which later became a pop culture staple.
'Danny Go!' star Daniel Coleman announces death of 14-year-old son
Beloved children’s entertainer Daniel Coleman, known as Danny Go, is mourning the heartbreaking loss of his 14-year-old son, Isaac, after a battle with cancer.
Beloved children’s entertainer Daniel Coleman, known as Danny Go, is mourning the heartbreaking loss of his 14-year-old son, Isaac, after a battle with cancer.
This is why a judge threw out evidence in Tiffany Haddish's DUI case
A Fayette County judge ruled Wednesday to suppress several pieces of evidence in the DUI case against actress Tiffany Haddish.
A Fayette County judge ruled Wednesday to suppress several pieces of evidence in the DUI case against actress Tiffany Haddish.