celebrities that died in 2021
Macdonald died on September 14 from cancer, which he had been battling for close to a decade, according to his longtime producing partner Lori Jo Hoekstra. She was a cinematographer, known for The Party Machine with Nia Peeples (1991), The All New Mickey Mouse Club (1989) and Blossom (1990), part of the Disney-created pop group The Party. With nearly 40 novels published, Rice will go down as one of the most popular gothic writers of all time. ", "Words cannot express the sadness we feel," Asner's official Twitter account read following his death. Williams died on June 4 due to colon cancer. John Bowman was born on September 28, 1957 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. ", She won eight Emmy awards and a Grammy for a spoken word recording of her best-selling autobiography, "If You Ask Me. Throughout the latter half of the 20th century, Sondheim composed and wrote lyrics for several of Broadway's most original and iconic musicals, including "Company," "Follies," "Sweeney Todd," "Sunday in the Park with George," "Into the Woods," and "Assassins.". In 2009 he founded his production company, Feed Your Head Productions. Sally Anne Howes. (2006) and Looking for Mr. Goodbar (1977). Themsie Times was born in 1951 in Gqeberha [formerly Port Elizabeth], South Africa. She was previously married to Pedro Plascencia and Carlos Pauln. Garson co-starred as con man Mozzie on USA Network's "White Collar," from 2009 to 2014. Lists of deaths by year. He died on November 11, 2021 in Bradenton, Florida, USA. He reprised his role in both films, and had been filming for the network's upcoming revival series "And Just Like That" at the time of this death. Valle quickly became a go-to filmmaker for stars thanks to projects that found Oscar and Emmy acclaim like "Dallas Buyers Club," which earned Matthew McConaughey a best actor Oscar win and the Emmy-winning HBO limited series "Big Little Lies.". Carmen Salinas was born on October 5, 1939 in Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico. After wowing audiences on the Broadway stage in the mid-1960s (earning a Tony nomination along the way), Clarence Williams III found mainstream stardom playing Linc Hayes in the hit TV series "The Mod Squad," which ran from 1968 to 1973. Vicki attended the University of Nebraska for one year before detouring to Hollywood, California. Samuel E. Wright's Trinidadian-accent turned Ariel's cautious sidekick in the 1989 animated movie into one of Disney's most memorable characters from that era of releases. Betty White, Michael K. Williams, Norm Macdonald, Cicely Tyson, and DMX died this year. He died on December 14, Wanda Rogers was born on August 9, 1943 in Eloise, Michigan, USA. He was an actor, known for Contract on Cherry Street (1977), The Clay Cole Show (1959) and Upbeat (1964). Dean Robert Stockwell grew up in North Hollywood, the son of Broadway performers Harry Stockwell and Elizabeth "Betty" Stockwell (ne Veronica). "She died as she lived. He was previously married to Karlyn Kuper and Patricia Ann Gundy. "He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago. Hello. She blazed so brightly. Known for his physically imposing characters, Kotto was a fixture in movie and TV for decades, including roles on the series "Homicide: Life on the Street" and FBI agent Mosely in the beloved comedy "Midnight Run" opposite Robert De Niro. Edge died on November 11, no cause was given. And Wright's singing of Oscar-winning song "Under the Sea" and nominated "Kiss the Girl" helped make the movie into an instant classic. She died on November 27, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Character actor Peter Scolari had a successful career on both the stage and screen for decades, but he is best known for starring opposite Tom Hanks in the 1980s TV show "Bosom Buddies.". Leachman died of natural causes on January 27. ", Starring in over 50 TV shows and movies over his career, Mekka earned a Tony Award nomination playing the lead in the 1975 Broadway musical "The Lieutenant.". biceps. Every time I hear a horse whinny I will forever think of Cloris' unforgettable Frau Blcher. on channel KHJ-TV Los Angeles. She was previously married to Bobby Rogers. She was 91. Williams' acting was always a standout regardless the size of the role thanks to his deep voice and scar that went across his face. "I'm heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that is Helen McCrory has died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family," her husband, actor Damian Lewis tweeted following her death. F.W. He is known for Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse (2015), Compadres (2016), Camp Manna (2018) and Peter Aykroyd was born on November 19, 1955 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. He was an actor, known for Never Say Never Again (1983), The Descent: Part 2 (2009) and Willow (1988). He received an outstanding writing Emmy nomination with the rest of the writers of "SNL" in 1980. In June it was revealed that the cause of death was an accidental overdose. He died on October 18, 2021 in Camarillo, California, USA. David Fox was an acclaimed Canadian actor. Madden coached the Oakland Raiders to Super Bowl victory in 1971. Garson died on September 21, the cause of death was pancreatic cancer. She died on December 15, 2021 in Garden City, Michigan, USA. A boxer in high school, he continued in the service. Sally Ann Howes, the child actor who rose to fame in the cult film Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, died in her sleep on Dec. 19. Williams began his career as a backup dancer for artists like George Michael and Madonna. It left Flynt paralyzed with permanent spinal cord damage. Born in Tasmania and an only child, Gregg was set to take over running the family farm but instead wound up scoring an audition at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in Hobart.He had a season with the Melbourne Theatre Company and in 1964, made his television debut in an episode of Bridget Hanley was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Doris (ne Nihlroos) and Lee Hanley. Val studied acting under the renowned Ralph Carmichael was born on May 27, 1927 in Quincy, Illinois, USA. She died in November 2021 in the USA. Ruth Prins was born on October 20, 1920 in Sioux City, Iowa, USA. "Thank you, Scolari, for every chat between set ups, every hug onscreen and off and every 'Oh, Jeez.' "We are saddened to confirm of Dustin Diamond's passing on Monday, February 1st, 2021 due to carcinoma," Diamond's representative said in a statement provided to Insider. ", "It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of my beloved mom Jessica," Walter's daughter, Brooke Bowman, told Deadline. Scott Douglas Robbe (February 16, 1955 - November 21, 2021) was an American film, television, and theater producer/director, and veteran activist. (1963) and Beat-Club (1965). He was previously married to Trudy Moss and Barbara Gelman. Betty White, Michael K. Williams, Norm Macdonald, Cicely Tyson, and DMX died this year. This husky, instantly identifiable American character actor was born Italo Valentino Bisoglio on May 7, 1926, in New York City. He was previously married to Elizabeth Dole and Phyllis Eloise Holden. She was an actress, known for Man on Fire (2004), Carnival Nights (1978) and Bellas de noche (1975). Alec Monteath was born in 1941 in Doune, Perthshire, Scotland, UK. ", "I couldn't have been raised up by a better TV 'papa,'" "Girls" star and creator Lena Dunham said on Instagram. He was an actor and producer, known for Dios los cra (1977), El arracadas (1978) and La ley del monte (1976). He died on December 28, 2021 in Pleasanton, California, USA. The group's mix of funk and jazz arrangements has become one of the popular, influential, and heavily sampled sounds in contemporary music and has been featured in several film soundtracks, including "Saturday Night Fever," "Rocky," and Quentin Tarantino's "Pulp Fiction. Betty White was born in Oak Park, Illinois, to Christine Tess (Cachikis), a homemaker, and Horace Logan White, a lighting company executive for the Crouse-Hinds Electric Company. He was an actor, known for Mr. & Mrs. Bridge (1990), National Geographic Explorer (1985) and Murphy Brown (1988). She was an actress, known for Don't Forget the Motorcity (2008), Unsung (2008) and Backstory: Kenny Rogers (2012). ", In a statement to The Wrap, his manager Deborah Miller said: "Ned was an iconic, legendary talent, as well as a dear friend, and he will be missed by us all.". Actor | Hutchins died on October 21 due to her wounds. 2022 also came with celebrity deaths that have fans reeling. He was previously married to Barbara Jean Kalil . He also had the story credit alongside his brother in the 1991 comedy "Nothing But Trouble.". He died on January 16 of natural causes according to California state prison officials inside the San Joaquin General Hospital. But her work spans decades and also includes starring opposite Clint Eastwood in the 1971 thriller "Play Misty for Me" and voicing a character in the popular 1990s series "Dinosaurs. This iconic actor was known best for his Emmy-winning performance as Lou Grant on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show.". He is presently teaching acting at the University of Saskatchewan, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. And now he's awaken from the fame long live shock G Aka Humpty Hump and Rest In Peace my Brotha Greg Jacobs!!!". The son of a signwriter, Bristol-born Robert John ('Bob') Baker studied painting and animation at art college. Started his acting career as a child actor, Stockwell starring alongside the likes of Frank Sinatra and Errol Flynn. Sophie. He died on December 8, 2021 in Inglewood, California, USA. ", Mekka is best known for playing the lovable Carmine "The Big Ragu" Ragusa on "Laverne & Shirley. "As so many of you know, losing a loved one is terribly difficult, even more so when that loved one is larger than life. ZZ Top had a number of hits starting in the early 70s, including "Sharp Dressed Man" and "Legs.". ", Visit Insider's homepage for more stories, announced on his radio show on February 17, during his time on "Saturday Night Live. I will treasure this man who brought Gus to life. In a career that spanned more than 70 years, Cicely Tyson made her mark in every form of entertainment medium having won three Emmy awards, a Tony, honorary Oscar, and Peabody Award. The controversial publisher came into prominence in the early 1970s when he created the pornographic magazine, Hustler. As the drummer of The Rolling Stones, he didn't have the flash of its frontman Mick Jagger or the flamboyance of its lead guitarist Keith Richards, instead Watts kept in the background often staying quiet when the band had to do press. 24 Girls Aloud star Sarah Harding was just 39 when she died in September 2021 Credit: PA Which celebrities died in 2021? He was an actor, known for West Side Story (1961), Enchanted (2007) and Ravagers (1979). show host for "David The Gladiator" show which was on Saturday nights from 8:00-10:00p.m. She was previously married to John Clark. Downey Sr. was a pioneer of the experimental filmmaking scene in New York City during the 1960s. He was first diagnosed with cancer in 2018 and then said in 2019 that he was, at the time, cancer-free. He directed Black List, C.R.A.Z.Y., The Young Victoria, Wild, Dallas Buyers Club, Los Locos, Loser Love and Caf de Flore. Learn about 829 historical figures, notable people and celebrities who died in 2021 like , Charlie Watts and John Madden. He died in November 2021 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. In 2009, he was sentenced to 19 years to life in prison for the murder of actress Lana Clarkson in 2003. ", "On behalf of the entire NFL family, we extend our condolences to Virginia, Mike, Joe and their families," said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell following Madden's passing. Unfulfilled by Hollywood, Vicki Bart the Bear II is an 8.5-foot tall, 1,110-pound Alaskan brown bear whose impact on wildlife has been even bigger than his body or his acting accomplishments. The band, which was formed in 1964, had a revolutionary sound which has stood the test of time thanks to iconic songs like "Nights in White Satan" and "Tuesday Afternoon." He died on November 14, 2021 in Austin, Texas, USA. His most recognizable role was playing Babe Ruth in 1993 classic "The Sandlot. "Cloris was insanely talented," Brooks tweeted following her death. He died on April 23, 2021 in Andheri, Mumbai, India. "For 63 years and across the platforms of radio, television, and digital media, Larry's many thousands of interviews, awards, and global acclaim stand as a testament to his unique and lasting talent as a broadcaster," read the statement in a tweet from his handle the day of his death. "We are deeply saddened to report that Joan Didion died earlier this morning at her home in New York due to complications from Parkinson's disease," Knopf said in a statement shared with New Republic reporter Alex Shephard. Tyson starred in several of his movies. ", More recently he was nominated in the upcoming Emmys for the 2020 HBO series "Lovecraft Country.". Dustin Diamond . The comedic legend was best-known for roles on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "The Golden Girls," and, in recent years, "Hot in Cleveland. Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse. The year 2021 took away several celebrities from us. "I believe Tommy Lasorda had no boundaries," former Dodgers pitcher Orel Hershiser told the Los Angeles Times when learning of his passing. He was an actor and stuntman in various films, including Shaft (1971), Live and Let Die (1973), and Ganja & Hess (1973). Clark never acted again in a major film, but continued on as musician playing in a number of Chicago bands. He is widely recognized as one of the most skilled drummers of all time. Then in 2003 Chiba found wide acclaim when he was cast in Quentin Tarantino's "Kill Bill" as Hanzo, a sushi owner who is actually master sword maker. He later became 'Willio' of the comedic singing group Willio & Phillio. Williams was reportedly found dead in his Brooklyn, New York City apartment on September 6, according to the New York Post. Of Irish and English extraction, she was one of two daughters born to Amit Mistry was born in 1974 in India. He did not have to lie submerged in pain. "A breaker of records and racial barriers, his remarkable legacy will continue to inspire countless athletes and admirers for generations to come," said former president Jimmy Carter in a statement to the Associated Press, who attended Braves games and called Aaron "a personal hero.". Brother of Dan Aykroyd, Peter was a former cast member and writer for "Saturday Night Live.". John Madden was many things to sports fans: a Super Bowl-winning NFL head coach, a commentator, the face of a video game Goliath. He was previously married to Sigrid Insull and Marycarolyn Linda Elizabeth "MiMi" Hawkins. He was a director, known for Wheel of Fortune (1983), The Merv Griffin Show (1962) and Get Smart (1965). He died on November 27, 2021 in Santa Clarita, Tommy Lane was born Benjamin Thomas Lane in Liberty City, Miami, Florida. He played Brother Cavil in the early 2000s revival of "Battlestar Galactica. He was a director, known for The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975), David Bowie: John, I'm Only Dancing (1972) and David Bowie: The Jean Genie (1972). He died on December 8, 2021 in the USA. Scolari, a revered actor of the stage and screen, died on October 22 at age 66 after a two-year battle with cancer. She was previously married to Denise Tompkins. She was previously married to John Borland. He died on November 20, 2021 in Henderson, Nevada, USA. Thomas died on August 7 in New Jersey "peacefully in his sleep," according to the statement by the band. Graeme's sound and personality [are] present in everything we did together and thankfully that will live on," the band's current lead singer and guitarist, Justin Hayward, wrote on the band's website.