Stars we loved and lost... Do you remember?
We may remember when we first heard the news and were left in shock. Over time, however, we may have forgotten that some celebrities who were a significant part of our lives are no longer with us. In some cases, we might not even have known about their passing. Here are a few of those stars who have died and you might not remember…
The American comedian and actor, who won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his unforgettable role as Sean Maguire in 'Good Will Hunting,' was found dead on August 11, 2014, in his Paradise Cay, California, home after taking his own life. Yes, it's been that long.
Many remember Roxette and their marvelous songs like 'It Must Have Been Love,' 'Listen to Your Heart,' 'The Look,' 'Spending My Time,' 'Joyride,' 'Dangerous,' and 'Sleeping In My Car.' However, few recall that the voice behind these hits, Marie Fredriksson, passed away on December 9, 2019, due to a brain tumor.
Famously known for his role as Pavel Chekov in the 'Star Trek' reboot series, Russian-American actor Anton Yelchin left us on June 19, 2016, at the age of 27, after a bizarre accident near his home where he was asphyxiated after his own car pinned him against a wall.
He was a true teen idol during the 1980s, one of 'The Two Coreys' alongside Corey Feldman, and experienced Hollywood's darker side until fading into obscurity. So much so that many don't know he died on March 10, 2010, from pneumonia.
Considered by many as one of the most influential and iconic actors in film history, known for his roles in 'Hoosiers' and 'Apocalypse Now,' and as the director and star of the legendary 'Easy Rider,' he passed away on May 29, 2010, at 74 years old, from prostate cancer.
Speaking of legendary actors, particularly in some of Hollywood's best-known comedies – think 'Airplane!' – we also lost Leslie Nielsen in 2010, like Hopper, but to pneumonia at the age of 84.
At just 67, the actor from New Jersey, Ray Liotta, left us. Best remembered for his roles in 'Field of Dreams' (1989) and, most notably, 'Goodfellas' (1990), he passed away on May 22, 2022.
The voice of the legendary Irish alternative rock band 'The Cranberries,' with a long solo career to her name, was only 46 when she left us on January 15, 2018, in London. At the time, she was preparing a new version of the song 'Zombie.' She tragically drowned in her bathtub after excessive drinking.
The leading actor from the beginning of 'The Fast and the Furious' saga was taken from us all too soon: he died in a tragic car crash on November 30, 2013, after colliding with an electric pole in Santa Clarita, California. He was only 40 years old...
He rose to fame for his emotional role as David Morse in 'The Green Mile' (1999) and appeared in other well-known titles like 'Armageddon' (1999), 'Daredevil' (2003), and 'Sin City' (2005). He died on September 3, 2012, due to a heart attack.
Bob Saget, known to every millennial as Danny Tanner from 'Full House,' continued to work both in front of the camera and as a voice actor. He tragically passed away in his sleep on January 9, 2022, at 65, after suffering a head injury.
The renowned and flamboyant singer of the British electronic music band 'The Prodigy' was found dead at 49 in his Great Dunmow, Essex, England home on March 4, 2019. While the autopsy was inconclusive, American media suggested he took his own life shortly after separating from his wife.
Tony Soprano wouldn't have been Tony Soprano if it weren't for James Gandolfini's portrayal in 'The Sopranos.' Renowned for his acting skills, not everyone knows he passed away on June 19, 2013, in Rome at the age of 51, due to a heart attack.
From 'Boogie Nights' (1997) to 'Capote' (2005), for which he won an Oscar, Philip Seymour Hoffman was a force in acting. Tragically, he died from an overdose on February 2, 2014, at just 46 years old
Complications from heart surgery led to the untimely passing of actor Bill Paxton on February 25, 2017, at 61. His memorable career included films like 'Apollo 13' (1995), 'Twister' (1996), 'Titanic' (1997), 'Vertical Limit' (2000), and the TV series 'Big Love' (2006-2011).
The legendary 'Uncle Phil' from the '90s series 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' left us on December 31, 2013, also from a heart attack, just like Michael Clarke Duncan.
A musician, singer, songwriter, dancer, producer, and entrepreneur, Prince Rogers was a superstar across genres like funk, R&B, soul, blues, pop, and rock. Known for his unique stage presence, he left us on April 21, 2016, due to a fentanyl overdose.
Fondly remembered by those born in the '80s and '90s for his role as Dylan McKay in 'Beverly Hills, 90210,' and by younger fans as Fred Andrews in 'Riverdale,' Luke Perry passed away on March 4, 2019, at 52 from a stroke.
The actress who won hearts in 'Look Who's Talking' (1989) and became a television icon as Rebecca Howe in 'Cheers,' Kirstie Alley, died on December 5, 2022, at 71 from colon cancer.
The brother of Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter, who also pursued a career in hip-hop music and acting amidst a life filled with controversies, died on November 5, 2022, drowned in his bathtub after consuming mind-altering substances.