2021 Celebrity deaths - Actors and Actris We Lost this year

2021 Celebrity Deaths - Actors and Actris We Lost This Year. A difficult 2020 saw the deaths of icons Alex Trebek and Chadwick Boseman, also because of the devastating loss of stars to COVID-19. As the pandemic rages on, we are honoring the celebrities we've lost so far in 2021.

2021 Celebrity deaths :

Kevin Clark

December 3, 1988-May 26, 2021. Kevin Clark in "School of Rock.". Paramount via Alamy; 

Kevin Clark, the kid actor who played Freddy “Spazzy McGee” Jones within the 2003 film “School of Rock,” died after being fatally struck by a car while riding his bicycle. He was 32.

Lois De Banzie

May 4, 1930-May 26, 2021. LOIS DE BANZIE;KATHERINE HELMOND

Lois De Banzie, a Tony-nominated actress best known for the films "Annie" and "Sister Act," has died. She was 90 years old. Walt Disney Television via Getty

Lois De Banzie, a Tony-nominated actress best known for the films “Annie” and “Sister Act,” has died. She was 90 years old.

Samuel E. Wright

November 20, 1946-May 25, 2021. "The Lion King" On Broadway 20th Anniversary Celebration

Samuel E. Wright was known for voicing Sebastian from "The Little Mermaid."

Samuel E. Wright, the legendary voice of the crab Sebastian in “The Little Mermaid” and Mufasa in Broadway’s “The Lion King,” died at his range in Walden, New York. He was 74.

Mark York

November 17, 1965- May 19, 2021. Mark York during a scene from "The Office."YouTube

Mark York, known for his performance as Billy Merchant opposite Steve Carell on “The Office,” died in May at the age of 55. The actor and inventor gave up the ghost “following a quick and unexpected illness,” consistent with an obituary posted by Kreitzer's funeral parlor in Ohio, his home state.

Alber Elbaz

June 12, 1961-April 24, 2021. The Fashion Awards 2019 - Red Carpet Arrivals

Alber Elbaz, seen here in 2019, died of COVID-19. Corbis via Getty Images

Fashion designer Alber Elbaz, formerly of the French design house Lanvin, died on April 24 at the age of 59. His explanation for death was COVID-19, the NY Times reported, citing Richemont, the corporate backing Elbaz’s new AZ Factory fashion brand.

Jim Steinman

November 1, 1947- April 19, 2021. Songwriters Hall Of Fame 43rd Annual Induction And Awards - Show

Grammy-winning songwriter Jim Steinman has died at the age of 73.Larry Busacca. Jim Steinman, the Grammy-winning hitmaker behind a number of pop music’s most epic ballads, died in April at the age of 73..

Steinman gave up the ghost on Monday, April 19, in Connecticut, consistent with TMZ. Steinman had collaborated on chart-toppers for Meat Loaf and Celine Dion.

Black Rob

June 8, 1968-April 17, 2021. Power 105.1 Breakfast Club Anniversary Party Presented By Verizon. Rapper Black Rob has died at the age of 51.

Harlem rapper Black Rob, best known for his 2000 hit “Whoa,” died in April at the age of 51. His passing was confirmed by former label mate Mark Curry.

Helen McCrory

August 17, 1968- April 16, 2021. Virgin Media British Academy Television Awards 2019 - Press Room. British actress Helen McCrory died in April at the age of 52.

Helen McCrory, who appeared within the Harry Potter and Bond film franchises, died in April at the age of 52.

McCrory’s husband, Damian Lewis, confirmed the actress had given up the ghost peacefully after a battle with cancer.

Joseph Siravo

Feb. 12, 1957-April 11, 2021. Premiere Of "FX's "American Crime Story - The People V. O.J. Simpson" - Arrivals

FilmMagic “Jersey Boys” and “The Sopranos” actor Joseph Siravo gave up the ghost after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 64.

“I was by his side when my dear father gave up the ghost this morning, peacefully, in his beloved Treehouse,” wrote Siravo’s daughter Allegra Okarmus on Instagram. “We are both so lucky to be so intensely loved. I'm so immensely grateful to possess had him here on earth and that I know that he hasn’t gone very far.”

Barbara Shelley

Feb. 13, 1932-Jan. 4, 2021. DRACULA: PRINCE OF DARKNESS, from left: Barbara Shelley, Christopher Lee, 1966. ©20th Century-Fox Fi

Barbara Shelley with Christopher Lee in "Dracula: Prince of Darkness" (1966)20th Century Fox

Barbara Shelley — British horror film icon referred to as the “Queen of Hammer” for her add the 1950s and 1960s Hammer Horror films — died on Jan. 4 at the age of 88. consistent with her agent, the actress had contracted COVID-19, but, “It wasn’t the COVID that took her, she had underlying issues.”

DMX

December 18, 1970- April 9, 2021. 10th Annual ONE Musicfest. Legendary rapper DMX has died at the age of fifty.

Rapper DMX died on April 9 at the age of fifty. The legendary performer, who was born Earl Simmons, had suffered a drug overdose earlier within the month that left him in a “vegetative state.”

“Earl was a warrior who fought till the very end,” his family said during a statement to Page Six. “He loved his family with all of his heart and that we cherish the days we spent with him. Earl’s music inspired countless fans across the planet and his iconic legacy will survive forever.”

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

June 10, 1921- April 9, 2021. Queen Elizabeth Visits The Royal Auxiliary Air Force In Scotland. Britain's Philip has died at the age of 99.

Britain’s Philip died on April 9 at the age of 99. The husband of Queen Elizabeth “passed away peacefully” at Windsor Castle, Buckingham Palace announced at the time.

Philip, the longest-serving royal consort in British history, was married to Elizabeth for 73 years and was the daddy to the royal heir Charles. The Duke of Edinburgh retired from public duties in August 2017.

Paul Ritter

March 5, 1966-April 5, 2021. "Friday Night Dinner" - Photocall. Paul Ritter has died at the age of 54.

British actor Paul Ritter died of a brain tumor at the age of 54. Ritter gave up the ghost “peacefully reception together with his wife Polly and sons Frank and Noah by his side,” his agent said.

The actor played Eldred Worple in “Harry Potter and therefore the Half-Blood Prince” and Guy Haines within the 2008 Bond movie “Quantum of Solace.” before his on-screen tenure, Ritter was a stage actor and was nominated for an Olivier award in 2006 for his part in “Coram Boy.” He was also nominated for a Tony in 2009 for his starring role in “The Norman Conquests.”

Richard Gilliland

Jan. 23, 1950-March 18, 2021. Premiere Of National Geographic Documentary Films' "Jane" - Arrivals. Richard Gilliland, who was married to Jean Smart, died at the age of 71.

Actor Richard Gilliland, the husband of Jean Smart, died at the age of 71 on March 18 following a quick illness with an undisclosed condition. The actor — who appeared in shows including “The Waltons,” “Thirtysomething” and “Party of Five” — first met Smart on the set of her sitcom “Designing Women.” He was cast to play the on-again, off-again love interest of Annie Potts.

Jessica Walter

Jan. 31, 1941-March 24, 2021. Jessica-Walter-obit-01. Jessica Walter, an "Arrested Development" actress, died at age 80.

Emmy-winning actress Jessica Walter died at age 80 on March 24. The “Arrested Development” and “Archer” star reportedly died in her sleep.

George Segal

Feb. 13, 1934-March 23, 2021. George1. George Segal gave up the ghost at the age of 87.

Oscar-nominated actor Segal gave up the ghost at age 87 on March 23 following complications from bypass surgery. His wife, Sonia Segal, announced the news of the “Goldberg” actor’s passing.

Reggie Warren

Oct. 25, 1968-March 14, 2021. 94.7 The Wave's Soulful Summer Concert Series. Troop member Reggie Warren gave up the ghost at age 52.

Iconic Troop vocalist Reggie Warren died at age 52 after several health issues. He gave up the ghost reception surrounded by his family, who said COVID didn’t play a task.

The quintet signed to Atlantic Records and released their debut album in ’88, including their lead single “Mamacita.” Troop gained even more fame with their second album, “Attitude,” including mega-hits “All I Do is consider You” and “Spread My Wings.”

Jahmil French

Canadian Screen Awards Broadcast Gala. "Degrassi" star Jahmil French has died. 

“Degrassi” star Jahmil French died at the age of 29, a rep for the Canadian actor confirmed to Page Six on Texas Independence Day. “It is with an important heart that I confirm the passing of an expensive friend and client Jahmil French,” the rep said during a statement. “He is going to be remembered by many for his passion for the humanities, his commitment to his craft, and his vibrant personality. I ask that you simply keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.”

French was best known for his role as Dave Turner on the teenager series “Degrassi: subsequent Generation.”

Rush Limbaugh

Jan. 12, 1951-Feb. 17, 2021. US-POLITICS-TRUMP. Rush Limbaugh died at age 70 after a battle with carcinoma.

Conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh died at age 70 in February. Limbaugh’s wife, Kathryn, announced the news of his passing a year after he was diagnosed with stage 4 carcinoma.

Larry Flynt

Nov. 1, 1942-Feb. 10, 2021. Publisher Larry Flynt Announces His Official run California Governor's Recall Election. Larry Flynt is pictured in 2003.

Controversial Hustler founder Larry Flynt, who also fashioned himself into a champion of the primary Amendment, died on Feb. 10 of coronary failure. He was 78 years old. He’d suffered from various health problems following a 1978 murder attempt that had left him paralyzed from the waist down.

Christopher Plummer

Dec. 13, 1929-Feb. 5, 2021. "My Dog Tulip" Portraits - 2009 Toronto International festival. Christopher Plummer, who starred in "Sound of Music," has died at 91.

Legendary actor Christopher Plummer died on Feb. 5 at age 91. “Chris was an unprecedented man who deeply loved and revered his profession with great old fashion manners, self-deprecating humor, and therefore the music of words,” his longtime manager said during a statement.

The Oscar-winning actor, who starred in movies including “The Sound of Music,” “Beginners,” “All the cash within the World” and “Knives Out,” is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Elaine Taylor.

Dustin Diamond

Jan. 7, 1977-Feb. 1, 2021. Dustin Diamond On "Extra". "Saved by the Bell" star Dustin Diamond has died of cancer. 

Dustin Diamond, who was best known for his role as Samuel “Screech” Powers on “Saved by the Bell,” died after a battle with stage 4 cancer. He was diagnosed with the brutal disease only three weeks before his Feb. 1 passing. Diamond was 44 years old.

SOPHIE (Sophie Xeon)

Sept. 17, 1986-Jan. 30, 2021. 2019 Coachella Valley Music and humanities Festival - Weekend 2 - Day 1. SOPHIE performs at Coachella in 2019.Getty Images for Coachella

Grammy-nominated producer and artist SOPHIE died at the age of 34 after a “sudden accident” in Athens, Greece. “True to her spirituality she had climbed up to observe the complete moon and accidentally slipped and fell,” the artist’s rep told USA Today. “She will always be here with us.”

In 2018, she told Paper magazine of being transgender: “For me, transness is taking control to bring your body more in line together with your soul and spirit therefore the two aren’t fighting against one another and struggling to survive.”

Cicely Tyson

Dec. 19, 1924-Jan. 28, 2021. 2018 TCM Classic festival - Friday. Cicely Tyson in 2018. 

Legendary actress Cicely Tyson, a Tony and Emmy winner who was Oscar-nominated for her role as a sharecropper’s wife within the 1972 film “Sounder,” died on Jan. 28. She was 96 years old. The stage and screen star’s manager, Larry Thompson, called her passing a “peaceful transition.”

Cloris Leachman

April 30, 1926-Jan. 27, 2021. 44th AFI Life Achievement Awards Gala Tribute - Arrivals. Cloris Leachman has died at age 94.

Famed actress Cloris Leachman died on Jan. 27 of natural causes at 94 years old. She was best known for her roles in iconic film and tv projects like “Young Frankenstein” and “The Mary Tyler Moore Show.”

“There was nobody like Cloris,” her longtime manager Juliet Green told Page Six. “With one look she had the power to interrupt your heart or cause you to laugh ’till the tears spent your face. You never knew what Cloris was getting to say or do which unpredictable quality was a part of her unparalleled magic.”

Hal Holbrook

Feb. 17, 1925-Jan. 23, 2021. Premiere Of Disney's "Planes: Fire & Rescue" - Arrivals. Hal Holbrook in 2014.

Tony and Emmy-winning actor Hal Holbrook, famed for his portrayal of Clemens throughout his career and for enjoying Watergate informant Deep Throat in 1976’s “All the President’s Men,” died on Jan. 23 at the age of 95.

Larry King

Nov. 19, 1933-Jan. 23, 2021. "Larry King Live: Disaster within the Gulf" Telethon. Larry King in 2010.

Legendary broadcaster Larry King died on Jan. 23 at the age of 87. it had been reported early in 2021 that King, a multiple cancer survivor, had contracted coronavirus, and his sixth wife, Julia Alexander, told The Post that King’s explanation for death was coronavirus. However, his wife Shawn later said what killed King was “an infection, it had been sepsis.”

The former CNN star, who last worked for Ora Media, was for many years famed for his long-form sitdowns with the most important celebrities and newsmakers. He interviewed every US president from Nixon to Donald Trump.

Song Yoo Jung

June 8, 1994-Jan. 23, 2021. Song Yoo-Jun. Song Yoo Jung - Multi-Bits via Getty Images

South Korean actress and model Song Yoo Jung died on Jan. 23 at the age of 26. An explanation for death wasn't revealed.

Hank Aaron

Feb. 5, 1934-Jan. 22, 2021. MLB Photos Archive. Hank Aaron circa 1968MLB via Getty Images

Baseball legend Aaron, who endured racist death threats as he broke Babe Ruth’s all-time home run record in 1974, died on Jan. 22 at the age of 86. “Hammerin’ Hank” — a staunch civil rights advocate who spent 23 years within the big league, mostly with the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves — died “peacefully in his sleep,” the Braves said, but no explanation for death was given.

Mira Furlan

Sept. 7, 1955-Jan. 20, 2021. 2015 Hollywood festival opening Gala. Mira Furlan.

Mira Furlan, who famously played Danielle Rousseau on TV’s “Lost” and Delenn on “Babylon 5,” died on Jan. 20 at the age of 65. Her manager told the NY Times that the explanation for death was complications of the West Nile virus.

Randy Parton

Randy Parton 1953 - 2021. Dolly Parton and Randy PartonCurtis Hilbun / AFF-USA.COM / MEGA

Randy Parton, a musician and therefore the younger brother of Dolly Parton, died of cancer at the age of 67. Dolly said on Facebook that her duet with Randy on “Old Flames Can’t Hold A Candle To You” “will always be a highlight in my very own career.” She said Randy’s final musical recording, 2020’s “You Are My Christmas,” “will always be a favorite… and he shined thereon a bit like he’s shining in heaven now.”

Baby CEO (Jonathon Brown)

Baby-CEO. Baby CEO during a music video youtube

Memphis rapper Baby CEO died at the age of 20 on Jan. 19. He was killed during a shooting in Frayser, Tennessee, consistent with Memphis NBC outlet WMC Action News. The controversial rapper, who was born Jonathon Brown, first made headlines at the age of 14 over a video that featured him pointing guns and rapping about drugs, gang signs, and dreams of fame in his explicit lyrics.

Harry Brant

Celebrity Sightings In NY City - Lincoln's Birthday, 2020. Harry Brant and mother Stephanie Seymour in February of 2020.

Harry Brant, the flamboyant fashionista son of billionaire Peter Brant and supermodel Stephanie Seymour, died of an accidental prescription overdose at the age of 24, his family said. He died on Jan. 17 — just days before he was set to enter rehab again. Harry and his older brother, Peter Jr. — who were frequently described because the male version of made celebrity sisters Paris and Nicky Hilton — were party and fashion show fixtures.

Phil Spector

Dec. 26, 1939-Jan. 17, 2021. Phil Spector in Court. Phil Spector.

Legendary music producer Phil Spector died on Jan. 17 while still serving 19 years to life for murdering actress Lana Clarkson. He produced 20 top 40 hits between 1961 and 1965, including “Da Doo Ron Ron,” “Be My Baby” and “He’s a Rebel,” also as Righteous Brothers’ epic “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling,” the 1965 hit said to be the song most played on radio and tv within the 20th century.

Joanne Rogers

U.S. mail Dedicates Mister Rogers Forever Stamp. Joanne Rogers celebrating a Fred Rogers commemorative postage in 2018.

Joanne Rogers, the widow of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” host Fred Rogers who served as chair of the board of Fred Rogers Productions, died at the age of 92 on Jan. 14. Fred Rogers, the beloved children’s TV icon, died in 2003 at the age of 74.

Sylvain Sylvain

Feb. 14, 1951-Jan. 13, 2021. New York Dolls Perform At KOKO In London. Sylvain Sylvain in 2010.

Sylvain Sylvain, the guitarist for the long-lasting Lower side punk band NY Dolls, died on Jan. 13 at the age of 69. He had been battling cancer for the past two-and-a-half years.

Siegfried Fischbacher

June 13, 1939-Jan. 13, 2021. Las Vegas, Nevada headlining illusionists Siegfried Roy (Siegried Fischbacher and Roy Horn) in their

Siegfried Fischbacher (right) and Roy HornCarol M. Highsmith/Buyenlarge/Getty Images

Siegfried Fischbacher, one-half of the famed magic act Siegfried and Roy, died of carcinoma on Jan. 13. The star, who died at his Las Vegas home, was 81 years old. His passing follows the death of his longtime performing partner, Roy Horn, in May of complications from COVID-19.

Angie Jakusz

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Former “Survivor” contestant Angie Jakusz died at the age of 40 after battling a rare sort of colorectal cancer. She appeared on the 2005 season of the CBS reality series, where she was given the nickname “No Fun Angie” — despite her colorful tattoos. She died on Jan. 8.

John Reilly

GENERAL HOSPITAL, John Reilly, 1963-. © ABC / Courtesy Everett Collection. John Reilly in an old episode of "General Hospital" ABC

Soap star John Reilly — famed for his longtime role as retired spy Sean Donely on “General Hospital” — died at the age of 84. He also had roles on “Passions,” “Sunset Beach,” “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Dallas” throughout his career.

Michael Apted

Feb. 10, 1941-Jan. 7, 2021. 57th NY festival - "63 Up". Michael Apted.

e famed “Up” documentaries series that followed 14 British children from ages 7 to 63, died at the age of 79. His long directing career also included “Coal Miner’s Daughter,” (1980) “Nell” (1994), the Bond film “The World isn't Enough” (1999), and up-to-date TV projects including “Masters of Sex.”

Marion Ramsey

May 10, 1947-Jan. 7, 2021. POLICE ACADEMY II: THEIR FIRST ASSIGNMENT, Marion Ramsey, Lance Kinsey, Art Metrano, 1985, (c)Warner. Marion Ramsey with Lance Kinsey and Art Metrano in "Police Academy 2" Warner Bros.

“Police Academy” star Marion Ramsey — who famously played Officer Laverne Hooks within the beloved comedies — died at the age of 73 on Jan. 7.

Deezer D (Dearon Thompson)

March 10, 1965-Jan. 7, 2021. Deezer D Portrait Session.  Deezer D in 1997.

Deezer D, who played nurse Malik McGrath on the medical drama “ER” and also had a career in hip-hop, died on Jan. 7 at the age of 55. His brother told TMZ the family believes Deezer died of an attack following a major operation roughly a decade earlier.

Tanya Roberts

Oct. 15, 1955-Jan. 4, 2021. Tanya Roberts, 1984. Tanya Roberts circa 1984Sobli/RDB/ullstein bild via Getty Images.

Actress and model Tanya Roberts — known for her roles as Midge in “That ’70s Show” and a Bond Girl in 1985’s “A View to Kill” — died on Jan. 4, at some point after her publicist mistakenly announced her death prematurely. The 65-year-old passed peacefully at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in l. a. , where she’d been hospitalized since Christmas Eve after collapsing at her home following a hike.

Gregory Sierra

Jan. 25, 1937-Jan. 4, 2021. BARNEY MILLER, standing from left: Ron Glass, Jack Soo, Gregory Sierra, sitting from left: Max Gail,

Gregory Sierra (top row, far right) and his fellow cast members from "Barney Miller"Columbia Pictures Television

Character actor Gregory Sierra, known for his roles as Julio Fuentes on TV’s “Sanford and Son” and Det. Sgt. Chano Amenguale on “Barney Miller,” and died on Jan. 4 from cancer. He was 83 years old.

Kerry Vincent

June 1, 1945-Jan. 2, 2021

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Kerry VincentDenver Post via Getty Images

Kerry Vincent, a celebrated cake artist and judge on the “Food Network Challenge,” died at the age of 75 on Jan. 2. She had been battling an undisclosed illness.

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