Each year brings farewells to figures who shaped culture, music, film, and history. In 2025, we’ve already said goodbye to icons of the stage and screen, groundbreaking musicians, people who made history, and beloved television personalities.
Their lives left behind stories, art, and achievements that touched millions across the world. Some passed quietly at an old age, others far too soon, and each loss leaves a mark on the communities they inspired.
From Hollywood legends and rock pioneers to dreamers who pushed human boundaries, this list reflects on the people we’ve lost so far in 2025, honoring their legacies and remembering the moments that made them unforgettable.
1
Chris Jasper
The Isley Brothers musician passed away in 2025 at age 72.
2
Brian Wilson
The Beach Boys legend passed June 11, 2025, at age 82.
3
Anne Burrell
The Food Network chef died June 17, 2025, in Brooklyn at age 55.
4
Cocoa Tea
The Jamaican reggae singer died in 2025 at age 64 after health complications.
5
Terence Stamp
The Superman II and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert star died August 17, 2025, at age 87.
6
Gene Hackman
Passed away February 26, 2025, at age 95, alongside his wife.
7
Jim Lovell
The Apollo 13 astronaut died in 2025 at age 97.
8
Leslie Charleson
The longtime General Hospital star died in March 2025, at age 79
9
David Lynch
The filmmaker known for Twin Peaks and Mulholland Drive, died in 2025 at age 79.
10
Michelle Trachtenberg
Died February 26, 2025, at age 39. Cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.
11
Roberta Flack
Lost her battle with ALS in early 2025, at age 86.
12
Loni Anderson
The WKRP in Cincinnati actress died in August 2025 at age 79.
13
The Vivienne
Died unexpectedly in March 2025, at age 32. Cause not revealed.
14
Dame Stella Rimington
The first female MI5 director died in 2025 at age 90.
15
Val Kilmer
Died April 1, 2025, at age 65 from pneumonia.
16
Felix Baumgartner
The extreme skydiver best known for his 2012 supersonic jump died July 17, 2025, at age 56.
17
Angie Stone
The Grammy-nominated R&B singer died in 2025 at age 62.
18
Jack W. Batman
Broadway producer and Tony winner died in 2025 at age 81 from pancreatic cancer.
19
Brandon Blackstock
Talent manager and ex-husband of Kelly Clarkson died August 7, 2025, at age 48 from melanoma.
20
Ozzy Osbourne
The Black Sabbath frontman and “Prince of Darkness” who defined heavy metal, died in 2025 at age 76.
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