The latest one to leave us is artist Margaret Keane, famed for her paintings of sad-eyed waifs, whose husband infamously took credit for her work. Keane sued her husband in 1986 and had to prove in court she had created the artworks by painting them in front of a judge. Director Tim Burton turned her story into a film called 'Big Eyes,' in 2014. The 94-year-old artist died peacefully on June 26 at her home in Napa, California, according to a statement on social media.

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The football hall of famer and former San Francisco 49ers halfback died on June 17 at the age of 93, reportedly from natural causes.

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Tony Siragusa -

A key player in the Baltimore Ravens' Super Bowl win in 2001, Tony Siragusa died unexpectedly on June 22 at the age of 55, according to a statement from the team.

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Former NBA star Caleb Swanigan died at the age of just 25 on June 20, Purdue University confirmed. The former Portland Trail Blazers player reportedly passed away from natural causes. Swanigan, who made 75 appearances and four starts during his three seasons in the NBA, was drafted as the No. 26 overall pick in 2017 by the Trail Blazers, and after two seasons he was traded to the Sacramento Kings in 2019, before moving back to the Portland team in 2020. But he soon left the NBA for "personal reasons," which were reportedly his ongoing health issues.

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Jim Seals -

One half of 1970s soft-rock duo Seals and Crofts, Jim Seals (L) died at the age of 80, his family announced on June 7. The duo was known for hits including as 'Summer Breeze,' 'Diamond Girl,' and 'Get Closer.'

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Alec John Such -

Bon Jovi founding member and bassist Alec John Such died at the age of 70. The famed band announced Such's death June 5 with a heartfelt tribute on Twitter. "We are heartbroken to hear the news of the passing of our dear friend Alec John Such," they wrote. "He was an original. As a founding member of Bon Jovi, Alec was integral to the formation of the band." Such helped form the band in 1983 and later quit in 1994.

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Marion Barber III -

Former NFL running back Marion Barber III, who played with the Dallas Cowboys for six years, passed away at the age of 38. Reports state that Barber was found dead in his apartment after police were called to respond to a "welfare concern" at his address on June 1. The former football star retired from the NFL 10 years ago, but not before earning the nickname 'Marion the Barbarian.' No cause of death was provided.

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Jeff Gladney -

NFL cornerback Jeff Gladney had signed with the Arizona Cardinals this year after playing his rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings, but his success was cut short on May 30 when he died in a car crash. He was just 25 years old.

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Andy Fletcher -

Depeche Mode founding member and keyboard player Andy Fletcher passed away at the age of 60 on May 26, the band announced.

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Ray Liotta -

'Goodfellas' (1990) and Emmy-winning actor Ray Liotta passed away in his sleep in the Dominican Republic on May 26. He was 67.

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Naomi Judd -

Naomi Judd, who along with daughter Wynonna formed the famed country duo The Judds, passed away on April 30 at 76 due to mental illness.

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Liz Sheridan -

Actress Liz Sheridan, a veteran stage and screen actress who played the mother on 'Seinfeld' and had a recurring role as the snoopy neighbor Mrs. Ochmonek on 'ALF,' passed away on April 15 in her sleep, at 93 years old.

Many have paid tribute to the TV mom, including the 'Seinfeld' star himself, who tweeted, "Liz was always the sweetest, nicest TV mom a son could wish for. Every time she came on our show it was the coziest feeling for me. So lucky to have known her." His co-star Jason Alexander wrote that "She was as gracious and graceful a person and actress as you’ll ever meet. Fascinating life. Wonderful lady."

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Gilbert Gottfried -

Comedian Gilbert Gottfried, owner of the most recognizable voice in Hollywood—who got his start on 'SNL' and quickly became famed for his politically incorrect, challenging humor, and famously played parrot Iago in 'Aladdin'—died on April 12 at the age of 67, after battling a long illness, his family announced.

His publicist told the Washington Post that he died of myotonic dystrophy type 2, a form of muscular dystrophy. “We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness," his family wrote on Twitter. "In addition to being the most iconic voice in comedy, Gilbert was a wonderful husband, brother, friend and father to his two young children. Although today is a sad day for all of us, please keep laughing as loud as possible in Gilbert’s honor."

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Taylor Hawkins -

Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins died March 25 at the age of 50. “The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of our beloved Taylor Hawkins,” the band wrote in a statement. “His musical spirit and infectious laughter will live on with all of us forever. Our hearts go out to his wife, children and family."

No cause of death was announced, although local media reports that he was found in his hotel room before the band was to perform at a festival in Bogota, Colombia, according to Variety. A statement from Colombia's Prosecutors' Office on March 26 also detailed that Hawkins had 10 different psychoactive substances in his system at the time of his death, CBS reports. Hawkins will be remembered as one of the best rock drummers of recent times, and as one of the great platonic loves of Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl's life.

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Scott Hall, AKA Razor Ramon -

Pro wrestling legend and WWE Hall of Famer Scott Hall played a big role in wrestling's massive growth in the 1980s and '90s. The famed figure, who was known for his campy character as bad guy Razor Ramon, died at the age of just 63 after being on life support, WWE announced on March 14.

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William Hurt -

Oscar-winning actor William Hurt, famed for his role in 'Kiss of the Spider Woman' (1985), died on March 13 at the age of 71. The actor, who also had Best Actor nods in the mid-1980s for 'Children of a Lesser God' (1986) and 'Broadcast News' (1987) and a Supporting Actor nod for 'A History of Violence' most recently had a role in Marvel's Cinematic Universe, in several films leading up to 'Avengers: Infinity War' (2018). But 2018 was also the year it was announced that Hurt had terminal prostate cancer which had spread to the bone.

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Ned Eisenberg -

The 'Law & Order: SVU' actor passed away on February 27, at the age of 65.

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Ralph Ahn -

The veteran actor, known for playing Tran in 'New Girl,' died on February 26. He was 95.

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Sally Kellerman -

The Oscar-nominated actress, best known for starring in 'M*A*S*H' (1970), died on February 24, at 84.

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Mark Lanegan -

The iconic singer, known for his work with bands such as Screaming Trees and Queens of the Stone Age, left us on February 22. Mark Lanegan was 57.

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Charley Taylor -

The American football player, best known for playing for 13 seasons with the then-named Washington Redskins, died on February 19. He was 80.

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Dallas Good -

Dallas Good, best known for fronting the Canadian band The Sadies, passed away on February 17, at the age of 48.

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Ivan Reitman -

The Canadian producer and director, best known for directing the original 'Ghostbusters' movies, died on February 12. Reitman was 75.

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Isabel Torres -

The Spanish actress, TV presenter, and LGBTQ rights activist died on February 11, at 52. She famously starred in the series 'Veneno.'

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Betty Davis -

The soul and funk singer, also known for being the ex-wife of jazz legend Miles Davis, died on February 9, aged 77.

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Jeremy Giambi -

The American baseball player passed away on February 9, aged 47.

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Bill Fitch -

The legendary basketball coach, best known for winning a NBA championship with the Boston Celtics in 1981, died on February 2. Fitch was 89.

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Monica Vitti -

The Italian actress, known for starring in several movies directed by Michelangelo Antonioni, left us on February 2, aged 90.

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Howard Hesseman -

The actor, best known for his roles in TV shows such as 'WKRP in Cincinnati' and 'Head of the Class,' died on January 29, at 81.

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Morgan Stevens -

The American actor, best known for starring in the TV show 'Fame,' passed away on January 26. He was 70.

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Thierry Mugler -

The iconic French fashion designer left us on January 23, aged 73.

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Thich Nhat Hanh -

The Vietnamese Thiền Buddhist monk and peace activist Thich Nhat Hanh, founder of the Plum Village Tradition, died on January 22. He was 95.

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Clark Gillies -

The famed Canadian ice hockey player passed away on January 21. Gillies was 67.

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Louie Anderson -

The stand-up comedian, actor, and game show host passed away on January 21, aged 68.

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Meat Loaf -

The legendary rock singer and actor left us on January 20. Meat Loaf was 74.

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Gaspard Ulliel -

The French actor, best known for his roles in 'Hannibal Rising' (2007) and 'Saint Laurent' (2014), died on January 19 at 37.

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Peter Robbins -

Peter Robbins, best known for being the first actor to voice Charlie Brown, died on January 18, at 65.

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André Leon Talley -

The famed American fashion journalist, who worked as Vogue's editor-at-large, died on January 18, aged 73.

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Yvette Mimieux -

The actress, best known for her role in 'The Time Machine' (1960), died on January 17. She was 80.

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Carol Speed -

The actress, best known for her roles in 1970s blaxploitation movies, died on January 14, at 76.

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Ronnie Spector -

The lead singer of the girl group The Ronettes left us on January 12, aged 78.

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Robert Durst -

The American real estate heir, infamously known for being a convicted murderer, died on January 10, aged 78.

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Bob Saget -

The 'Full House' and 'America's Funniest Home Videos' actor and host left us on January 9. Bob Saget was 65.

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Marilyn Bergman -

Marilyn Bergman, best known for being one half of the songwriting duo with her husband Alan Bergman, passed away on January 8. She was 93.

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Sidney Poitier -

Sidney Poitier, the first African-American actor to win the Academy Award for Best Actor, died on January 6, at 94.

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Peter Bogdanovich -

The renowned film director passed away on January 6, aged 82.

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The stars we've lost so far in 2022

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