Photos: Notable deaths in 2024 (2024)

Son of 'Pawn Stars' celebrity Rick Harrison dies in Las Vegas at age 39

Harrison family spokesperson Laura Herlovich confirmed Adam Harrison died, saying it was from a suspected drug overdose.

Carl Weathers, NFL linebacker-turned-actor who starred in ‘Rocky’ and ‘The Mandalorian,’ dies

Carl Weathers, who starred as Apollo Creed in the first four “Rocky films” as well as “Predator,” “The Mandalorian”and “Happy Gilmore,” has died at 76.

Morning headlines: Country music star Toby Keith has died at 62 after battling stomach cancer

Today's other top stories include Nevada'spresidential primaries and caucuses, Russians jailed for displaying rainbow-colored items, and the current status of theborder policy bill.

Humorously morose comedian Richard Lewis, who recently starred on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' dies at 76

Nicknamed "The Prince of Pain," Comedy Central named him one of the top 50 stand-up comedians of all time.

Toby Keith, Carl Weathers, Richard Lewis join list of stars who have died in 2024

The world mourned the loss of musicians, athletes and actors in February, including Wayne Kramer, Toby Keith, Lefty Driesell, Carl Weathers and Richard Lewis.

Iris Apfel, fashion icon known for her eye-catching style, dies at 102

Born Aug. 29, 1921, she was famous for her irreverent, eye-catching outfits, mixing haute couture and oversized costume jewelry

'Dragon Ball' creator Akira Toriyama dies at 68

Akira Toriyama, the creator of the best-selling Dragon Ball and other popular anime who influenced Japanese comics, has died, his studio said Friday. He was 68.

Joe Lieberman, longtime senator, No Labels founder and Democrats’ VP pick in 2000, dies at 82

Former Sen. Joe Lieberman of Connecticut, who was never shy about veering from the party line and whose independent streak rankled many Democrats, has died at 82.

Louis Gossett Jr., 1st Black man to win supporting actor Oscar, dies at 87

Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and an Emmy winner for his role in the seminal TV miniseries “Roots,” has died. He was 87.

Report: Aid workers killed in apparent Israeli airstrike

Israel’s military has withdrawn from Gaza’s largest hospital after a two-week raid. The military said it killed some 200 militants and detained hundreds more, though its claims all were militants could not be independently confirmed.

Looking at the newsmakers who have died so far in 2024

We look at recent notable deaths, which include astronaut Thomas Stafford, actor Louis Gossett Jr. and ESPN NFL reporter Chris Mortensen.

Jelly Roll dominates the 2024 CMT Music Awards with host Kelsea Ballerini and a Toby Keith tribute

Jelly Roll won big at the 2024 CMT Music Awards, taking home three awards at the annual event celebrating the best in country music videos.

Oldest living conjoined twins, Lori and George Schappell, die at 62

The oldest living conjoined twins have died in Pennsylvania at age 62. They pursued separate interests during long lives that defied medical expectations.

Allman Brothers Band co-founder and legendary guitarist Dickey Betts dies at 80

Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, "Ramblin' Man," has died. He was 80.

Terry Anderson, AP reporter held captive for years, dies

Terry Anderson, the globe-trotting Associated Press correspondent who became one of America’s longest-held hostages, has died. Anderson was snatched from a street in war-torn Lebanon in 1985 and held for nearly seven years.

Aid approval brings Ukraine closer to replenishing troops struggling to hold front lines

Approval by the U.S. House of Representatives of a $61 billion package for Ukraine puts the country a step closer to getting an infusion of new firepower. But the clock is ticking.

Duane Eddy, twangy guitar hero of early rock, dead at age 86

Duane Eddy, a pioneering guitar hero whose reverberating electric sound on instrumentals such as "Rebel Rouser" and “Peter Gunn” helped put the twang in early rock 'n' roll, died of cancer Tuesday, April 30, 2024. He was 86.

O.J. Simpson, Whitey Herzog, Dickey Betts join list of newsmakers who have died in 2024

The world mourned the loss of musicians, athletes and other newsmakers in April. See who else died recently, as well as review a comprehensive list from 2024.

Alice Munro, Nobel literature winner revered as short story master, dead at 92

The Canadian literary giant who became one of the world’s most esteemed contemporary authors and one of history’s most honored short story writers was 92.

Dabney Coleman, actor of ‘9 to 5,’ ‘Tootsie’ and ‘On Golden Pond’ fame, dies at 92

Veteran actor Dabney Coleman left an indelible mark on TV and movies, with acomic deadpan delivery that won him generations of fans.

Charlie Colin, founding member of the pop-rock band Train, dies at 58

Train's"Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)" hit No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and wontwo Grammys in 2002, confirming the band's success.

Meme-famous Shiba Inu, the face of dogecoin, dies

A 62-year-old kindergarten teacher in Japan adopted the dog from an animal shelter in 2008, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Larry Allen, Hall of Fame offensive lineman for the Dallas Cowboys, dies suddenly at 52

Larry Allen was named an All-Pro six consecutive years from 1996-2001 and was inducted into the Pro Football of Hall of Fame in 2013.

Apollo 8 astronaut William Anders, who took iconic Earthrise photo, killed in plane crash

William Anders captured the iconic Earthrise showing the planet as a shadowed blue marble from space in 1968 when he and fellow astronautsbecame the first to orbit the Moon.

Bill Walton, Dabney Coleman join list of newsmakers who have died in 2024

The world mourned the loss of musicians, athletes and other newsmakers in May. See who else died recently, as well as review a comprehensive list from 2024.

Donald Sutherland, the towering actor whose career spanned 'M.A.S.H.' to 'Hunger Games,' dies at 88

Kiefer Sutherland, the actor's son, confirmed his father's death Thursday. Donald Sutherlandnever retired and worked regularly up until his death.

Martin Mull, hip comic and actor from ‘Fernwood Tonight’ and ‘Roseanne,’ dies at 80

Comedian and actor Martin Mull,whose droll comedy made him a hip sensation in the 1970s and later a beloved guest star on sitcoms, has died at age 80.

Kendrick Lamar drops video for ‘Not Like Us’ Drake diss track

In the music video, Kendrick Lamar offers multiple visual nods to Drake and his career including owls, which is the bird Drake uses for his OVO label.

Dr. Ruth Westheimer, America’s diminutive and pioneering sex therapist, dies at 96

Dr. Ruth Westheimer’s giggly, German-accented voice, coupled with her 4-foot-7 frame, made her an unlikely looking — and sounding — outlet for “sexual literacy.”

Richard Simmons, a fitness guru who mixed laughs and sweat, dies at 76

Simmons, who revealed a skin cancer diagnosis in March, lately dropped out of sight, sparking speculating about his health and well-being.

Shannen Doherty, ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ star, dies at 53

ShannenDoherty died Saturday, according to a statement from her publicist, Leslie Sloane, given to People magazine. She had had breast cancer for years.

Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone monologues, dies at 94

Bob Newhart, the deadpan accountant-turned-comedian who became one of the most popular TV stars of his time after striking gold with a classic comedy album, has died at 94.

Lou Dobbs, veteran cable news anchor and Trump booster, dies at 78

Dobbs had a lengthy career in broadcast journalism, spending more than two decades at CNN before helping launch and shape the Fox Business Network.

Abdul 'Duke' Fakir, last of the original Four Tops, is dead at 88

Abdul “Duke” Fakir was a member of the Motown group that had two No. 1 hits: “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)” and “Reach Out I’ll Be There.”

John Mayall, tireless and influential British blues pioneer, dies at 90

John Mayall, the British blues musician whose influential band the Bluesbreakers was a training ground for Eric Clapton, Mick Fleetwood and many other superstars, has died. He was 90.

William Calley, who led the My Lai massacre that shamed US military in Vietnam, has died

The killings of 504 Vietnamese civilians by the platoon he led in March 1968 was the most notorious massacre in modern U.S. military history.

Ex-Norris High School teacher gets probation for sexual relationship with student

A 24-year-old former Norris High School teacher was sentenced to five years of probation for an inappropriate relationship she had with a student.

Oak Ridge Boys’ Joe Bonsall dies at 76 after half-century with Hall of Fame group

Joe Bonsall joined the Oak Ridge Boys in 1973 and saw the band through its golden period in the ’80s and beyond, which included their massive 1981 crossoverhit “Elvira.”

Oak Ridge Boys pay touching tribute to Joe Bonsall in new music video

The video features Bonsall performing vocals on “Promised Land” from the group's 2021 album “Front Porch Singin.’”

Billy Bean, trailblazing ex-MLB player who later worked in commissioner's office, dies

The California native played in six big league seasons from 1987 to 1995, making his debut with the Detroit Tigers in a four-hit performance that tied a record.

Chi Chi Rodriguez, Hall of Fame golfer known for antics on the greens, dies at 88

Juan “Chi Chi” Rodriguez joined the PGA Tour in 1960 and won eight times during his 21-year career, playing on one Ryder Cup team.

Gena Rowlands, star of movies by her director-husband, John Cassavetes, dies

Gena Rowlands, hailed as one of the greatest actors to ever practice the craft and a star in groundbreaking movies by her director-husband, John Cassavetes, died at age 94.

Wally Amos, 88, of cookie fame, died. He lost Famous Amos but found other success

The creator of the Famous Amos cookie empire has died. Wally Amos' children say he died Tuesday at his home in Honolulu from complications with dementia. He was 88.

‘Hollywood Squares’ host and Broadway star Peter Marshall dies at 98

Peter Marshall, who played straight man to the stars for 16 years as host of “The Hollywood Squares,” has died at 98. The West Virginia-born Marshall was a singer and actor who appeared in films and on Broadway before landing the job in 1966 on “Hollywood Squares,” which he would host for more than 5,000 episodes through 1981. The questions Marshall would ask celebrity guests, most famously show regular and center square Paul Lynde, served as set-ups for joke answers before the real ones came. Major starring roles eluded him in Hollywood, but he would find them in musical theater.

Phil Donahue, pioneering daytime talk show host, has died

Dubbed “the king of daytime talk,” Donahue was the first to incorporate audience participation in a talk show.

World’s oldest person, Maria Branyas Morera, dies at age 117

Guinness World Records also released a statement confirming her death at the age of 117 years 168 days, making her the eighth-oldest person with a verifiable age in history.

Al Attles, one of NBA's first Black head coaches who led Warriors to 1975 title, dies at 87

Al Attles, a Hall of Famer who coached the 1975 NBA champion Warriors and spent more than six decades with the organization as a player, general manager and most recently team ambassador, has died. He was 87. The Warriors announced that Attles had died in his East Bay home on Tuesday surrounded by family. Nicknamed “The Destroyer” for his physical style of play, the Warriors were his love and his only team after they selected him in the fifth round of the 1960 draft. Attles was one of the NBA's first Black head coaches.

Late French film star Alain Delon wanted his dog buried with him. The dog gets to live

Alain Delon once suggested he wanted his beloved dog Louba buried with him. To the relief of animal lovers around France, Loubo will be allowed to survive.

NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother have died after their bicycles were hit by a car

The 31-year-old Gaudreau and his younger brother, Matthew, 29,were hit by a suspected drunk driver, police said. They were in New Jersey for their sister's wedding scheduled for Friday.