Celebrities who tragically passed away in July 2024

André Drege – July 6

A 25-year-old cyclist with a promising career, André Drege died after a shocking crash during the Tour of Austria. He was from Norway and rode for the team Coop-Repsol.

Shannen Doherty – July 13

The actress from 'Beverly Hills, 90210', and 'Charmed' died of bre4st cancer diagnosed in 2015. time. Days before she died at the age of 53, she narrated on the 'Let's Talk Off Camera' podcast the personal drama she was suffering due to her illness and the cost of the treatments.

Roberta Taylor – July 6

The British author and actress Roberta Taylor was known for her roles in 'Eastenders' in the late 90s and 'The Bill' in the early 2000s. Her last appearance on TV was in the series 'Luther' in 2029. Taylor died of pneumonia at age 76.

Image: still from 'Eastenders' / BBC

Erica Ash – July 28

The American actress and comedian, whom we saw in the 'Scary Movie' saga, also died of cancer. She was 46 years old.

Christina Sandera – July 18

Christina Sandera, Clint Eastwood's partner, died suddenly from a heart attack, as reported by The New York Post. "Christina was a lovely, caring woman. I will miss her very much," the actor said in a statement, cited by The Hollywood Reporter.

Richard Simmons – July 13

American television personality Richard Simmons, known for his exercise and fitness videos, died on July 13, just one day after his 76th birthday. Apparently, hours before his death, he suffered a fall in the bathroom of his house, which could be related to his death, according to TMZ.

Shelley Duvall – July 11

The legendary actress from 'The Shining' died in her home in Blanco (Texas) while she was sleeping, due to complications from the diabetes she suffered.

Prince Michael of Greece – July 28

Prince Michael of Greece and Denmark, the only surviving grandson of King George I of Greece and second uncle of Queen Sofia, died at 85 in a hospital in Athens. In 1965 he renounced his inheritance rights to marry the painter and sculptor Marina Karella.

Cheng Pei-pei – July 17

At the age of 78, Chinese actress Cheng Pei-pei, who will internationally be remembered for her role in Ang Lee's film 'Tiger and Dragon', passed away. She had been suffering from a degenerative disease for some time.

Bernice Johnson Reagon – July 16

American singer and activist Bernice Johnson Reagon died in Washington, DC at the age of 81.

Joe Bryant – July 16

Former basketball player and coach Joe Bryant, who was also the father of Kobe Bryant, died at age 69 due to a massive stroke.

Tomcraft – July 15

The German DJ and producer left us at the age of 49, as confirmed by representatives of his family on social media. The cause of his death has not been revealed.

James B. Sikking – July 13

The American actor James B. Sikking is remembered for 'Hill Street Blues', among other performances. He died at 90 at his home in Los Angeles due to complications from dementia.

Noriko Ohara – July 12

The Japanese actress Noriko Ohara, the voice of Nobita Nobi in the animated series 'Doraemon', died at age 88.

Tomas Seyler – July 11

German darts star and commentator Tomas Seyeler passed away at the age of 49 after a health crisis a few weeks earlier. His heydays were from 2003 to 2005, when he reached the last 16 at the 2003 World Masters, the quarter-finals in the 2004 World Darts Trophy, and won the German Gold Cup in 2005. His nickname was Shorty.

Mike Heslin - July 2

The American actor Mike Heslin, remembered for his work in series such as 'Lioness' and 'The Influencer', died suddenly at the age of 30. His husband Scotty Dynamo explained on Instagram that the cause was "an unexpected cardiac event after a week long battle in the hospital. Michael was young, in perfect health, and the doctors have no explanation for what happened."

Photo: mikeheslin / Instagram

Ahmed Refaat – July 6

Four months after suffering a heart attack in the middle of a match against Al Ittihad of Alexandria, Egyptian international footballer Ahmed Refaat died at the age of 31. Although they managed to revive him and give him a pacemaker four months earlier, his club reported, his health had deteriorated greatly.

Khyree Jackson – July 6

American football player Khyree Jackson lost his life in a car accident in which two other young people also died. He was only 24 years old.

Pino D'Angiò – July 6

The author of 'Ma quale idea', a key figure in Italian disco, died of cancer at the age of 71.

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