Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Ann Blyth, Oscar-nominated 'Mildred Pierce' actress, dies at 98
Ann Blyth, the versatile Hollywood actress who earned an Academy Award nomination at 17 for playing Joan Crawford's rebellious daughter in the classic film noir "Mildred Pierce," has died at 98.
Ann Blyth, the versatile Hollywood actress who earned an Academy Award nomination at 17 for playing Joan Crawford's rebellious daughter in the classic film noir "Mildred Pierce," has died at 98.
'Resident Evil' voices reunite at Fan Expo in Anaheim
The voices behind one of the biggest video franchises of all-time are reuniting at the Fan Expo in Anaheim.
The voices behind one of the biggest video franchises of all-time are reuniting at the Fan Expo in Anaheim.
Lionel Richie falls ill mid-show, cuts St. Paul concert short on tour's opening night
Lionel Richie cut his performance short Thursday night after falling ill on stage during the opening stop of his latest tour with Earth, Wind and Fire at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul.
Lionel Richie cut his performance short Thursday night after falling ill on stage during the opening stop of his latest tour with Earth, Wind and Fire at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul.
David Clayton-Thomas, lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies
David Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears who was known for hits including “Spinning Wheel" and “And When I Die," has died at 84.
David Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears who was known for hits including “Spinning Wheel" and “And When I Die," has died at 84.
Atlanta's Big Tigger denies abuse allegations, wife granted TPO
Longtime radio personality and former television host Big Tigger was arrested over the weekend on child cruelty and battery charges in Fulton County after allegedly pushing his wife into an office door during an argument, causing a deep facial cut, according to court documents.
Longtime radio personality and former television host Big Tigger was arrested over the weekend on child cruelty and battery charges in Fulton County after allegedly pushing his wife into an office door during an argument, causing a deep facial cut, according to court documents.
GTA VI preorder window now open for November release
Rockstar Games have opened the window to preorder your copy of the highly-anticipated (and long-awaited) Grand Theft Auto VI.
Rockstar Games have opened the window to preorder your copy of the highly-anticipated (and long-awaited) Grand Theft Auto VI.
FIFA World Cup: Keegan-Michael Key recreates hilarious 'Key & Peele' teacher skit with player's names
Actor Keegan-Michael Key has gone back to the classroom and resurrected his 2012 Key & Peele "Substitute Teacher" skit, this time with FIFA World Cup player names.
Actor Keegan-Michael Key has gone back to the classroom and resurrected his 2012 Key & Peele "Substitute Teacher" skit, this time with FIFA World Cup player names.
Taylor Frankie Paul’s ‘Bachelorette’ season may air next month: Report
After months of uncertainty and controversy, Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of "The Bachelorette" could be making a surprise comeback, according to a report.
After months of uncertainty and controversy, Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of "The Bachelorette" could be making a surprise comeback, according to a report.
Universal Studios Hollywood simplifies entry with new all-in-one security perimeter
Universal Studios Hollywood launches a new CityWalk security perimeter to handle current 2026 World Cup tourism and the upcoming 2028 LA Olympic Games.
Universal Studios Hollywood launches a new CityWalk security perimeter to handle current 2026 World Cup tourism and the upcoming 2028 LA Olympic Games.
Tucker Carlson says he’s no longer supporting the Republican Party: ‘I’m out’
Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson says he won't support the Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections. Here's what to know.
Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson says he won't support the Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections. Here's what to know.
Carlos Mencia pleads not guilty to tax evasion charges
Carlos Mencia pleaded not guilty to tax evasion charges
Carlos Mencia pleaded not guilty to tax evasion charges
Carlos Mencia pleads not guilty to 12 felony charges of failure to pay taxes
Comedian Carlos Mencia has pleaded not guilty to 12 felony charges alleging he failed to report or pay taxes on over $8 million in earnings. Here's what to know.
Comedian Carlos Mencia has pleaded not guilty to 12 felony charges alleging he failed to report or pay taxes on over $8 million in earnings. Here's what to know.
Olivia Rodrigo launches Daisy Chain Fields all-women music festival in Irvine
Daisy Chain Fields, an all-women music festival, will feature performances by Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Doechii, Stevie Nicks and more.
Daisy Chain Fields, an all-women music festival, will feature performances by Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Doechii, Stevie Nicks and more.
Clive Davis, legendary music producer and executive, dies at 94
Clive Davis, the legendary music mogul who helped launch the careers of icons like Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, and Bruce Springsteen, has died at the age of 94.
Clive Davis, the legendary music mogul who helped launch the careers of icons like Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, and Bruce Springsteen, has died at the age of 94.
Tay Keith, hip hop producer, dies at 29
Grammy-nominated hip hop producer Tay Keith, the producer behind chart-topping tracks like Travis Scott’s “Sicko Mode," has died.
Grammy-nominated hip hop producer Tay Keith, the producer behind chart-topping tracks like Travis Scott’s “Sicko Mode," has died.
James Burrows, ‘Cheers’ co-creator, director of ‘Will and Grace,’ dies at 85
James Burrows, the co-creator of the wildly popular TV sitcom, "Cheers," and director of many beloved shows such as "Will and Grace," has died.
James Burrows, the co-creator of the wildly popular TV sitcom, "Cheers," and director of many beloved shows such as "Will and Grace," has died.
Carlos Mencía faces 11 years, if convicted
Comedian Carlos Mencía has been charged with 12 felony counts of state tax evasion after prosecutors say he failed to report $8.7 million in personal and corporate income over six years.
Comedian Carlos Mencía has been charged with 12 felony counts of state tax evasion after prosecutors say he failed to report $8.7 million in personal and corporate income over six years.
'Stranger Things' final season coming to Universal Halloween Horror Nights 2026
Universal Studios is partnering with Netflix to bring the final season of "Stranger Things" to Halloween Horror Nights 2026 in Hollywood.
Universal Studios is partnering with Netflix to bring the final season of "Stranger Things" to Halloween Horror Nights 2026 in Hollywood.
‘The Grinch’ sequel in the works with Jim Carrey returning: Reports
Reports say a sequel to the beloved 2000 holiday hit "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" is in development, with Jim Carrey potentially returning as the iconic Grinch and Ron Howard set to direct.
Reports say a sequel to the beloved 2000 holiday hit "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" is in development, with Jim Carrey potentially returning as the iconic Grinch and Ron Howard set to direct.