A look at all the stars in movies, TV, music, sports and media we lost this year<\/b>
\nAlex Trebek, Chadwick Boseman, Naya Rivera (Getty Images) David Stern The former longtime commissioner of the NBA died Jan.1 following a brain hemorrhage, according to a statement from current NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. He was 77. Elizabeth Wurtzel The author of the seminal 1994 memoir \u201cProzac Nation: Young and Depressed in America\u201d died in a Manhattan hospital on Jan.7 at age 52. Silvio Horta Silvio Horta, creator of the ABC comedy series \u201cUgly Betty,\u201d was found dead in a Miami motel room Jan.7. He was 45. Neil Peart The drummer and lyricist for the \u201970s and \u201980s Canadian rock band Rush, died on Jan.7, according to the band\u2019s Twitter account. He was 67. Harry Hains Harry Hains, an actor and producer who had appeared on \u201cAmerican Horror Story: Hotel,\u201d \u201cThe OA,\u201d \u201cSneaky Pete\u201d and \u201cThe Surface,\u201d died on Jan.7. He was 27. Buck Henry The actor-screenwriter-director — who co-created \u201cGet Smart,\u201d co-wrote \u201cThe Graduate\u201d and co-directed the hit 1978 Warren Beatty film \u201cHeaven Can Wait\u201d — died on Jan.8 in Los Angeles. He was 89. Edd Byrnes The actor, who played Vince Fontaine in \u201cGrease\u201d and also starred on the series \u201c77 Sunset Strip\u201d as the teen idol \u201cKookie,\u201d died on Jan.8. He was 87. Ivan Passer Ivan Passer — a pioneering filmmaker in the Czech New Wave, a frequent collaborator with the late Milos Forman and the director of the 1981 film \u201cCutter\u2019s Way\u201d — died on Jan.9. He was 86. Stan Kirch Stan Kirsch, one of the stars of the syndicated ’90s fantasy drama \u201cHighlander: The Series,\u201d died on Jan.11. He was 51. Rocky Johnson Rocky Johnson, a member of the WWE Hall of Fame and the father of Dwayne \u201cThe Rock\u201d Johnson, died on Jan.15 at the age of 75. Terry Jones Terry Jones, a beloved member of the Monty Python comedy troupe who directed many of its classic films, died Jan.21. He was 77. Tyler Gwozdz Former \u201cBachelorette\u201d contestant Tyler Gwozdz, who appeared on the 2019 season of the reality series, died Jan.22 of a suspected drug overdose at age 29. Getty Images Kobe Bryant Retired NBA star Kobe Bryant was killed Jan.26 in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, Calif., that killed four others. He was 41. Kirk Douglas Kirk Douglas — the prolific actor and producer whose \u201cSpartacus\u201d is credited with helping to end the Hollywood blacklist, patriarch of a successful entertainment dynasty and one of the last surviving stars of Hollywood\u2019s golden age — died Feb.5 at age 103. F.X. Feeney F.X. Feeney, a film historian, screenwriter and longtime film critic for LA Weekly, died on Feb.5 after suffering several strokes over the previous few days. He was 66. Kevin Conway Kevin Conway, known for his roles in films like \u201cGettysburg\u201d and \u2018Thirteen Days,\u201d died on Feb.5 of a heart attack. He was 77. Orson Bean Veteran character actor Orson Bean, a regular on shows like \u201cTo Tell the Truth\u201d and \u201cDr. Quinn, Medicine Woman\u201d and star of \u201cBeing John Malkovich,\u201d died the night of Feb.7 at age 91 after he was struck and killed by a car in Los Angeles. Raphael Coleman Raphael Coleman, who starred as Eric in the 2005 Emma Thompson movie \u201cNanny McPhee“ and went on to devote himself to environmental activism, died suddenly on Feb.7 at the age of 25. Robert Conrad Robert Conrad, who was the star of the ’60s TV series \u201cWild Wild West,\u201d died from heart failure on Feb.8 at the age of 84. Paula Kelly Paula Kelly, an Emmy-nominated actress known for TV series like \u201cNight Court\u201d and films like \u201cSweet Charity\u201d and \u201cThe Andromeda Strain,\u201d died on Feb.8 in Whittier, California. She was 77. Joseph Vilsmaier Joseph Vilsmaier, a German director and cinematographer behind the acclaimed 1993 World War II drama \u201cStalingrad“ died \u201cpeacefully\u201d at his home in Bavaria on Feb.11. He was 81. Daniel Lee Martin Daniel Lee Martin, country singer and host of \u201cBrotherhood Outdoors,\u201d was found dead in his Pasco County, Florida, home on Feb.14 of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was 54. Caroline Flack Caroline Flack, former host of \u201cLove Island,\u201d died at the age of 40 on Feb.15. A lawyer for the family told BBC that Flack died by suicide. Nikita Pearl Waligwa Nikita Pearl Waligwa, the young actress seen in the 2016 Disney film \u201cQueen of Katwe,\u201d died on Feb.15, according to the Ugandan newspaper The Daily Monitor. Waligwa, who was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2016, was 15. Jason Davis Jason Davis, best known as the voice of Mikey Blumberg on Disney Channel\u2019s \u201cRecess,\u201d died on Feb.16. He was 35. Ja\u2019net Dubois Ja\u2019net Dubois, who starred on the CBS sitcom \u201cGood Times\u201d and wrote and performed the theme song to „The Jeffersons,“ passed away on Feb.18. She was 74. Katherine Johnson Katherine Johnson, a pioneering mathematician and NASA employee who was pivotal in America\u2019s space race and was portrayed by Taraji P. Henson in the film \u201cHidden Figures,\u201d died on Feb.24. She was 101. Dieter Laser Dieter Laser, the German actor best known for his role as the deranged doctor in \u201cThe Human Centipede,\u201d died on Feb.29. He was 78. James Lipton „Inside the Actors Studio“ host James Lipton passed away on March 2 after a battle with bladder cancer. He was 93. Max von Sydow „The Exorcist“ star Max von Sydow died on March 8 at the age of 90. Lorenzo Brino Lorenzo Brino, a former child star in the family drama \u201c7th Heaven,\u201d died in a car accident on March 9, San Bernardino County Sheriff\u2019s Department said. Beatrice Beatrice, who played the beloved French bulldog Stella on the last seven seasons of \u201cModern Family,\u201d died March 9 shortly after the cast shot the series finale. Stuart Whitman Stuart Whitman, a star of Westerns like \u201cThe Comancheros\u201d and the war movie \u201cThe Longest Day,\u201d died in his home March 16, his son told TMZ. Whitman was 92. Lyle Waggoner Lyle Waggoner, an actor known for starring on \u201cThe Carol Burnett Show\u201d and the ’70s \u201cWonder Woman\u201d TV series, died March 17 at age 84. Maggie Griffin Maggie Griffin, Kathy Griffin\u2019s mother and co-star of her Bravo reality series \u201cKathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List,\u201d died March 17 at age 99. Kenny Rogers Country music legend Kenny Rogers passed away on March 20 at the age of 81. According to a statement, he died of natural causes. Getty Images Terrence McNally Tony-winning playwright Terrence McNally died on March 24 of complications from the coronavirus. He was 81. Getty Images Bill Withers Bill Withers, the singer of classics like \u201cLean On Me\u201d and \u201cAin\u2019t No Sunshine,\u201d died on March 30 at the age of 81. Jeff Grosso Jeff Grosso, the legendary skateboarder who hosted Vans\u2019 \u201cLoveletters to Skating\u201d video series, died March 31 in Costa Mesa, Calif. He was 51. Getty Images Adam Schlesinger Adam Schlesinger, the lead singer-songwriter of the rock band Fountains of Wayne and a music producer and composer on \u201cCrazy Ex-Girlfriend,\u201d died on April 1 due to complications from the coronavirus. Getty Images Ellis Marsalis Jr. Ellis Marsalis Jr., New Orleans jazz legend and father of Wynton and Branford Marsalis, died from COVID-19 complications on April 1. He was 85. Getty Images Ed Farmer Ed Farmer, an MLB player-turned-White Sox radio announcer, died April 1. He was 70. Getty Images Eddie Large Eddie Large, one-half of the comedy duo Little and Large, died April 2 after contracting coronavirus while hospitalized for heart failure. He was 78. Getty Images Patricia Bosworth Patricia Bosworth, a stage and screen actress who also penned celebrity biographies, died April 2 from complications of the coronavirus. She was 86. Honor Blackman Honor Blackman, the British actress best known for her roles in „Goldfinger“ and \u201cThe Avengers\u201d series, died at the age of 94, her family announced on April 6. Chynna Rogers Rapper and model Chynna Rogers died on April 8. She was 25. Brian Dennehy Actor Brian Dennehy, a Tony and Golden Globe-winning actor, passed away on April 15 of natural causes. He was 81. Irrfan Khan Irrfan Khan, the Indian actor who bolstered his fame beyond Bollywood with roles in English-language hits like \u201cSlumdog Millionaire\u201d and \u201cLife of Pi,\u201d died April 29 in Mumbai at age 53. Sam Lloyd Sam Lloyd, best known for his role as downtrodden lawyer Ted Buckland on \u201cScrubs,\u201d died on April 30. He was 56. Getty Images Don Shula Legendary NFL coach Don Shula passed away on May 4 at the age of 90. Brian Howe Brian Howe, the lead singer for the British rock supergroup Bad Company and a former vocalist for Ted Nugent, died on May 6. He was 66. Andre Harrell Longtime music executive Andre Harrell, who founded the hip-hop label Uptown Records and mentored Sean \u201cPuff Daddy\u201d Combs, died on May 7 at age 59. Getty Images Roy Horn Magician Roy Horn, best known as half of the legendary Siegfried & Roy magic and animal act in Las Vegas, died on May 8 from complications due to coronavirus. Getty Images Little Richard Little Richard, the singer and pianist who became a rock pioneer with his high-energy musicianship and boundary-pushing personality, died on May 9 at age 87 from unspecified causes. Getty Images Jerry Stiller Jerry Stiller, the Emmy-nominated comedy legend of TV sitcoms \u201cSeinfeld\u201d and \u201cKing of Queens,\u201d passed away on May 11. He was 92. Getty Images Phyllis George Phyllis George, a former Miss America winner who went on to become one of the first female broadcasters covering the NFL \u2014 and later, the First Lady of Kentucky \u2014 died on May 14 at the age of 70. Getty Images Fred Willard Comedic actor Fred Willard, best known for his roles in „Spinal Tap“ and „Modern Family,“ passed away on May 15 at the age of 86. Getty Images Lynn Shelton Director and producer Lynn Shelton, who helmed independent films like „Humpday“ and „Sword of Trust,“ died on May 16 from a previously undisclosed blood disorder. She was 54. Getty Images Ken Osmond Ken Osmond, best known for his role as Eddie Haskell on \u201cLeave It to Beaver,\u201d died on May 18 at the age of 76. Chris Trousdale Chris Trousdale, a former member of the boy band Dream Street, died on June 2. His former bandmate, Jesse McCartney, said he died „due to complications from COVID-19.“ He was 34. Getty Images Bonnie Pointer Bonnie Pointer, a member of the iconic R&B group The Pointer Sisters, passed away on June 8. She was 69. Getty Images Ian Holm „Lord of the Rings“ star Ian Holm passed away on June 19. He was 88. Getty Images Joel Schumacher Joel Schumacher, director of films like \u201cSt. Elmo\u2019s Fire,\u201d \u201cThe Client\u201d and \u201cA Time to Kill,\u201d died on June 22 after a long battle with cancer. He was 80. Getty Images Carl Reiner Legendary entertainer Carl Reiner, perhaps best known as the creator of \u201cThe Dick Van Dyke Show,“ died on June 29. He was 98. Danny Hicks The actor, who appeared in several Sam Raimi films including \u201cEvil Dead II,\u201d \u201cDarkman\u201d and \u201cSpider-Man 2,\u201d died on June 30 at the age of 68. Getty Images Ronald L. Schwary Ronald L. Schwary, Oscar-winning producer of Robert Redford\u2019s 1980 drama \u201cOrdinary People,\u201d died on July 2 at age 76, his family announced. Getty Images Hugh Downs Longtime TV news anchor Hugh Downs passed away on July 2 at the age of 99. Getty Images Earl Cameron Earl Camerson, one of the first Black actors to be cast in major roles in British films, died at the age of 102 on July 3. His first role was in the 1951 film „Pool of London.“ Getty Images Nick Cordero Tony Award-nominated actor Nick Cordero died on July 5 due to complications from coronavirus. He was 41. ABC News Mary Kay Letourneau The Seattle-area middle school teacher — who became infamous in 1997 after raping one of her students, serving a lengthy prison sentence, then marrying the student after her release from prison — died on July 6 following a battle with cancer. She was 58. Getty Images Ennio Morricone Oscar-winning Italian composer Ennio Morricone died on July 6 at age 91, his lawyer told the New York Times. Morricone became famous for his melodic scores for 1960s Westerns like \u201cThe Good, The Bad and the Ugly\u201d and \u201cOnce Upon a Time in the West.\u201d He drew on his work in so-called spaghetti Westerns for Quentin Tarantino\u2019s 2015 Western \u201cThe Hateful Eight,\u201d which earned the composer his first Academy Award after five previous nominations and an honorary award in 2007. Getty Images Charlie Daniels Charlie Daniels, a country music and Southern rock legend known for his song \u201cThe Devil Went Down to Georgia,\u201d died on July 6. He was 83. Getty Iamges Lil Marlo Atlanta rapper Lil Marlo (n\u00e9 Rudolph Johnson), best known for his 2017 hit \u201c2 the Hard Way“ with Lil Baby, was shot and killed in his native Atlanta on July 12, the Fulton County Medical Examiner\u2019s office said. He was 30. Getty Images Kelly Preston Actress Kelly Preston, who starred in such films as „Twins“ and „Jerry Maguire,“ died on July 12 after a two-year battle with breast cancer. The star, who had three children with husband John Travolta, was 57. Getty Images Naya Rivera Former „Glee“ star Naya Rivera was found dead on July 13 after going missing the week prior while out on a boat with her son in Ventura County, Calif. She was 33. Getty Images Grant Imahara Grant Imahara, the engineer and roboticist who helped test some of the world\u2019s most famous rumors on the iconic Discovery Channel series \u201cMythbusters,\u201d died on July 13 at the age of 49. Orion Pictures Galyn G\u00f6rg The dancer and actress, who appeared in classic television shows like \u201cThe Fresh Prince of Bel-Air\u201d and \u201cTwin Peaks,\u201d died on July 14 at the age of 55. Getty John Lewis John Lewis, the civil rights icon who played a key role in some of the most important battles of the era, died on July 17 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 80. Getty Regis Philbin Longtime morning television host and five-time Emmy-winner Regis Philbin died July 25 of natural causes. He was 88. Getty Images Peter Green The British guitarist, who co-founded the seminal rock band Fleetwood Mac, died at age 73 on July 25. Getty Olivia de Havilland Olivia de Havilland, an Oscar-winning actress best known for her role as the timid but strong Melanie in the 1939 classic \u201cGone With the Wind,\u201d died July 26 of natural causes. She was 104. Getty Herman Cain Herman Cain, a former GOP presidential candidate and business czar, died on July 30 from complications of the coronavirus. He was 74. Getty Wilford Brimley Wilford Brimley, a beloved character actor who starred in such film as \u201cCocoon\u201d and \u201cThe Natural,\u201d died on Aug.1 at age 85. Getty Sumner Redstone Sumner Redstone, a movie theater owner\u2019s son who became one of the most powerful moguls in Hollywood history, died on Aug.11 at the age of 97. Getty Images Trini Lopez The singer and guitarist, who famously covered Pete Seeger and Lee Hays‘ song \u201cIf I Had a Hammer,\u201d died due to complications from COVID-19 on Aug.11 at the age of 83. Getty Robert Trump Robert Trump, the younger brother of Donald Trump and a former real estate developer and executive at the Trump Organization, died on Aug.15. He was 71 years old. Getty Images Justin Townes Earle The Americana singer-songwriter and son of the country artist Steve Earle, known for his 2007 EP „Yuma,“ died on Aug.20 at age 38. Chadwick Boseman „Black Panther“ star Chadwick Boseman died on Aug.28 at the age of 43. He had been battling colon cancer but never publicly disclosed his diagnosis. Getty Images Cliff Robinson This NBA All-Star and former contestant on \u201cSurvivor\u201d died on Aug.29 at age 53. His cause of death was lymphoma, according to the New York Times. Getty Images Kevin Dobson Actor Kevin Dobson, a star on beloved CBS dramas \u201cKojak\u201d and \u201cKnots Landing,\u201d died Sept.6 of a heart attack. He was 77. Getty Images Bruce Williamson The lead singer of The Temptations from 2006-2015 died of COVID-19 on Sept.6, according to TMZ. He was 49 years old. Diana Rigg Diana Rigg, who was best known for her roles as Lady Olenna Tyrell on \u201cGame of Thrones\u201d and Emma Peel in the 1960s TV series \u201cThe Avengers,\u201d died Sept.10 at her home in the U.K. following a battle with cancer. She was 82. Ruth Bader Ginsburg Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the celebrated Supreme Court Justice and feminist icon, died due to complications from metastatic pancreas cancer on Sept.18. She was 87. Getty Images Michael Lonsdale Michael Lonsdale, the actor who played the iconic villain Hugo Drax in 1979\u2019s James Bond movie \u201cMoonraker\u201d and starred in 1973\u2019s \u201cThe Day of the Jackal,\u201d died on Sept.21 at age 89. Getty Images Jackie Stallone The celebrity astrologer and mother of „Rocky“ actor Sylvester Stallone died on Sept.21 at the age of 98. Helen Reddy The „I am Woman“ singer and feminist icon died Sept.29. She was 78. Eddie Van Halen Legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen passed away on Oct.6 following a long battle with cancer. He was 65. Getty Images Whitey Ford Edward Charles Ford, better known as Whitey Ford, was a New York Yankees legend and Hall of Fame baseball player. The team announced his death on Oct.8 at the age of 91. Rhonda Fleming Dubbed „The Queen of Technicolor,“ Rhonda Fleming — who starred in Alfred Hitchcock’s „Spellbound“ and opposite Bing Crosby in „A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur\u2019s Court“ — died in mid-October at the age of 97. Tom Kennedy The game show host, known for hosting „Name That Tune,“ „You Don’t Say“ and „Password Plus,“ died Oct.11. He was 93. Getty Images Conchata Ferrell The actress, who appeared in films like „Edward Scissorhands“ and „Erin Brockovich“ but was best known for playing the housekeeper Berta on \u201cTwo and a Half Men,\u201d died on Oct.12. She was 77. Ferrell died on Monday, Oct.12, due to complications following a cardiac arrest Joe Morgan MLB Hall of Famer and broadcast commentator Joe Morgan died Oct.12 after suffering from polyneuropathy. He was 77 years old. KARE11 Sid Hartman The legendary Minneapolis sports columnist and Lakers general manager died at the age of 100 on Oct.18. Getty Images James Randi The famed magician was known as \u201cThe Amazing Randi\u201d and also worked as a scientific investigator who debunked sensational claims of paranormal and occult occurrences. He died on Oct.20 at age 92. Tony Lewis The British lead singer and bassist for the band The Outfield passed away Oct.20. He was 62. Getty Images Marge Champion The actress, known for \u201cShow Boat\u201d and \u201cGive a Girl a Break,“ was also the model for Walt Disney animators who created the dancing in \u201cSnow White and the Seven Dwarfs.“ She died on Oct.21 at age 101. Getty Images William Blinn The creator of „Starsky & Hutch“ and the writer of „Purple Rain“ died on Oct.22 at the age of 83. Tracy Smothers WWE star Tracy Smothers, who competed under the moniker Freddie Joe Floyd, passed away Oct.28. He was 58. Disney Sean Connery The legendary actor known for „James Bond,“ „Darby O’Gill and the Little People“ and „The Hunt for Red October“ passed away on Oct.31 at age 90. Getty Images Eddie Hassell The „Devious Maids“ and „The Kids Are Alright“ actor was shot and killed in Texas on Nov.1. He was 30. Nikki McKibbin The „American Idol“ finalist and native Texan died Nov.1. She was 42. Alex Trebek Alex Trebek, longtime \u201cJeopardy!\u201d host and beloved TV personality, died on Nov.8 after battling pancreatic cancer. He was 80. Bobby Brown Jr. Bobby Brown Jr., son of Bobby Brown and Kim Ward, died in Encino, Calif. on Nov.19. He was 28. David Dinkins Dinkins, the first Black mayor of New York City, passed away Nov.23. He was 93. Ed Murray Ed, the brother of Bill Murray, inspired the hit film „Caddyshack“ by introducing his family to the game of golf. Ed Murray died Nov.25 at age 67. David Prowse The actor behind Darth Vader’s mask died Nov.29. He was 85. David Lander David Lander, the actor who played Squiggy on the \u201cHappy Days\u201d spin-off \u201cLaverne & Shirley,\u201d died on Dec.4 due to complications from multiple sclerosis. He was 73. Tommy ‚Tiny‘ Lister Former wrestler and actor Tommy „Tiny“ Lister, best known for his role in the „Friday“ movies, died on Dec.10. He was 62. John le Carr\u00e9 Famed British author John le Carr\u00e9, whose books include \u201cThe Spy Who Came in From the Cold\u201d and \u201cTinker Tailor Soldier Spy,\u201d died on Dec.13 after battling pneumonia. He was 89. Ann Reinking The Tony-winning actor and dancer most known for directing choreography in the 1996 „Chicago“ musical and as prot\u00e9g\u00e9e of Bob Fosse, died Dec.14 in Washington state. She was 71. Robert Werden was a Hollywood publicist for 35 years and the Oscars‘ publicity lead from 1975 to 1993. He also was a unit publicist on over 40 movies, including „Pennies From Heaven“ and the original „Superman“ films. He died at his home in Los Angeles on Dec.15. He was 94 years old. Melissa D’Amico\/Instagram Marcus D\u2019Amico This London-based actor was best known for appearing in the original \u201cTales of the City\u201d miniseries in 1993. He died on Dec.16 at the age of 55. Nickelodeon Tuck Tucker This prolific animator, writer, artist and songwriter whose work included „Spongebob,“ „The Simpsons,“ „Hey Arnold“ and „The Fairly OddParents,“ died on Dec.22 from undisclosed causes. He was 59. Getty Images Rebecca Luker The Tony Award-nominated Broadway actress and singer died on Dec.23 at age 59, following a battle with ALS. Getty Images Jonathan Huber The professional wrestler with both WWE and All Elite Wrestling was best known under his ring names Brodie Lee and Luke Harper. He died on Dec.26 from undisclosed causes at the age of 41. Phil Niekro The Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher best known for playing 20 seasons with the Atlanta Braves died on Dec.26 after a battle with cancer. He was 81. @NickMcGlashan via Twitter Nick McGlashan This seventh-generation fisherman was a regular on Discovery\u2019s \u201cDeadliest Catch\u201d series, appearing as a deck boss on 78 episodes over seven seasons. He died on Dec.27 at age 33, though no cause of death was given, according to TMZ. Getty Images William Link The co-creator of classic TV series including \u201cColumbo\u201d and \u201cMurder, She Wrote“ died on Dec.27 at the age of 87. His cause of death was congestive heart failure, his widow told Deadline. Joe Clark This New Jersey high school principal was the subject of the 1989 biopic \u201cLean on Me,\u201d starring Morgan Freeman. Clark died on Dec.29 at the age of 82. Getty Images Pierre Cardin The legendary fashion designer and entrepreneur died on Dec.29 at age 98. He was known for futuristic designs like the bubble dress. Getty Images Howard Rubenstein This public relations heavyweight died on Dec.29 at the age of 88. Over his career, his clients have included Donald Trump, George Steinbrenner and the Yankees, Columbia University, and the Metropolitan Opera. His cause of death was not immediately released. (Photo by James Kriegsmann\/Michael Ochs Archives\/Getty Images) Phyllis McGuire The last surviving member of the 1950s singing trio The McGuire Sisters died on Dec.29 at the age of 89. No cause of death was immediately given. MGM Adolfo „Shabba-Doo“ Quinones This pioneering hip-hop dancer and one of the stars of the film \u201cBreakin'“ died on Dec.30 at the age of 65. His cause of death was not immediately released. Getty Images Dawn Wells The „Gilligan’s Island“ star, who played Mary Ann on the classic 1960s sitcom, died of complications due to COVID-19 on Dec.30. She was 82. Show Comments<\/p>\n