The year 2024 was filled with joyous celebrity weddings, notable births, and remarkable milestones. Amid these celebrations, we also bid farewell to several iconic figures who left an indelible mark on fashion, music and entertainment. Here are the some of the stars and legends from Hollywood and the global music industry we lost in 2024.
Maggie Smith
Popular as Professor McGonagall from the Harry Potter films among the millennials and members of Gen Z. Maggie Smith, the two-time Oscar and four-time Emmy winner died on Sept. 27, 2024, at the age of 89. Apart from the Harry Potter film series, Smith was also known for her work in the Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and Downton Abbey.
Somehow I thought she'd live forever.
September 27, 2024
RIP Dame Maggie Smith. pic.twitter.com/VogfvR9nIFLiam Payne
One Direction fans across the globe were shocked when 31-year-old Payne, a former member of the beloved boy band, died after falling from his hotel room in Argentina on Oct. 16.
We are deeply saddened by the news of Liam Payne's passing. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and the many fans who loved and supported him. pic.twitter.com/5XCBUgrsqR
October 16, 2024AdvertisementJames Earl Jones
James Earl Jones, a commanding presence onscreen who nonetheless, gained greater fame off camera as the sonorous voice of Star Wars villain Darth Vader and Mufasa, the benevolent leader in The Lion King, died on Sept. 9. He was 93.
Thank you for everything, James.
September 10, 2024
A statement from George Lucas and Lucasfilm: https://t.co/ieEdG0k5zY pic.twitter.com/8L99EeNwuUQuincy Jones
Quincy Jones, the legendary music producer, composer and cultural icon, passed away on Nov. 3 at the age of 91.
His groundbreaking contributions span jazz, pop, and film scores, influencing generations. A true maestro, shaping global music's timeless legacy.
The world mourns the loss & celebrates the life of Quincy Jones - a legendary talent whose contributions to music spanned generations and genres. What an MJ/Q decade-long partnership produced is unmatched and includes the biggest selling album of all time. Rest in Peace, Q. pic.twitter.com/he0oiwUPYY
November 4, 2024AdvertisementHarry Johnson
Harry Johnson, an actor who appeared on dozens of shows throughout his 40-year career, including Battlestar Galactica, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Law & Order, died on Jan. 2. He was 81.
Bill Hayes
Bill Hayes, the actor and singer who with his real-life wife, Susan Seaforth Hayes, starred on NBC's Days of Our Lives as the beloved first couple of daytime television, died Jan. 12 in Los Angeles, a rep from the show told The Hollywood Reporter. He was 98.
Roberto Cavalli
Roberto Cavalli, former designer and founder of the eponymous fashion brand, died April 12 after being ill for a long time. He was 83.
Niels Arestrup
French-Danish actor Niels Arestrup, best known for his roles in Steven Spielberg's War Horse and Jacques Audiard's A Prophet, died on Dec. 1, his wife confirmed to France's Agence France-Presse. He was 75.
AdvertisementMichael Newman
Baywatch star Michael Newman died on Oct. 20, after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2006. He was 67.
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