On Aug. 25 2001, the twin-engine Cessna she and eight others had boarded crashed after takeoff, killing everyone. Notorious B.I.G. He wed his partner Andrew Cowles in a Las Vegas commitment ceremony in 2003 and later a civil ceremony in London in 2006. He died September 12, 2003, less than four months after his wife June Carter Cash. Many people wondered if he played a role in Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder in Las Vegas. He was found dead in a hotel room in Vancouver with two empty bottles of champagne and "a spoon with drug residue and a used hypodermic needle.". Drakeo The Ruler - Darrell Wayne Caldwell - died at the age of 28 in December 2021. (Oct. 18, 1926 March 18, 2017)The seminal musician is considered by many to be the father of rock n roll, known for his incredible guitar playing, singing and stage antics. He died aged 80 years 7 months 20 days. He died of a heart attack on January 19, 2006. Wanting so badly to be a blues singer, he went to the crossroads late one night and met the Devil, who took his guitar, played a few songs, and returned it to Johnson. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. UChicago Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, U.S. Waffle House, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. America discovered Bourdain after his wildly popular tell-all memoirKitchen Confidential(2000), and later, when he hosted programs for the Food Network, Travel Channel and, most recently, CNN. He released 96 albums in his lifetime and was a pioneer in both country and rock music. Johnson was always like a ghost anyway, howling about the devil and hisimpending meeting with the reaper. Although he never gained the commercial success to be considered a major pop star, rock singer and songwriter Warren Zevon put together a body of work highly respected by critics and his fellow musicians. She was 22. was killed in a drive-by shooting at a Los Angeles intersection. Peggy Lee's last top 10 pop hit, "Fever," became her signature song. Marleydiedin a Miami hospital. Perhaps the greatest electric guitarist in history, and a visionary of the 60s psychedelic music scene, Hendrix was born in 1942 in Seattle, Washington. What a legend! She was 79. Rosemary Clooney became a pop star in the days before rock 'n roll when she hit #1 with "Come On-a My House" in 1951. Luther Vandross died July 1, 2005, after having suffered a stroke two years before. Born in 1971 in East Harlem to parents who wereactive in the Black Panther movement, he started recording rap clips with the group Digital Underground. (June 11, 1933 Aug. 29, 2016)A comedic genius best remembered for portraying Willy Wonka in the 1971 film adaptation of Roald Dahl's children's novel,Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the Oscar-nominated actor starred in a string of other comedy classics includingThe Producers(1967),Stir Crazy(1980),Young Frankenstein(1974) andBlazing Saddles(1974). The group formed in 1974 and recorded their first album in 1976. again. The beloved actress also starred onThe Dick Van Dyke Show(1961-66) as Laura Petrie and was nominated for an Oscar for her role as Beth Jarrett in the 1980 movieOrdinary People. Though in later years Nimoy hoped to be known for more than his 1960sStar Trek role his first autobiography was titledI Am Not Spock(1975) the actor could hardly escape his iconic status. He had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2011. The following year on March 9, 1997, Notorious B.I.G. April 10, 1966 - Nov. 29, 2022. (June 7, 1958 April 21, 2016)Born Prince Rogers Nelson, this music genius demonstrated stunning virtuosity on many instruments; broke stylistic barriers around R&B, rock, pop and funk; challenged racial, gender and sexuality conventions; and delivered such timeless hits as Little Red Corvette"(1983), When Doves Cry"(1984) andSign o the Times(1987). Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. John Peel promoted a wide range of artists who would later take their place among the top pop stars in the world. Please enable Javascript in your browser and try Rick James was reportedly working on a new album when he died August 6, 2004, from heart disease. He escaped an early death by giving up his seat on the plane that killed Buddy Holly to the "Big Bopper." The song stormed on to the charts and eventually rose to #2. She died at the age of 22 in a plane crash in the Bahamas August 25, 2001. But after a widely respected and storied career, launched decades ago with a 1965 appearance onThe Tonight Show, she's also remembered as an incomparable pioneer for women in comedy. AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that empowers people to choose how they live as they age. John Peel became one of the best known and most influential of BBC Radio 1's DJ's in the UK. She died of a heart attack on January 21, 2002. By Marisa Laudadio 12:50pm PST, Dec 9, 2022. Born in Mississippi in 1931 to a Baptist minister (one of eight kids! Along with his twin Robin and brother Barry, Maurice Gibb formed the Bee Gees, one of the top pop groups of all time. 66. (July 21, 1951 Aug. 11, 2014)An Oscar-winning actor and comedian with bristling energy and incredible versatility, Williams portrayed characters ranging from a space alien inMork & Mindy(197882) to a U.S. Armed Forces radio DJ inGood Morning, Vietnam(1987), an owner of a gay Miami club inThe Birdcage(1996) and a psychology professor inGood Will Hunting(1997). Maurice Gibb died January 12, 2003. Birthplace: Washington, D.C., United States. Marva Hicks Taha, an award-winning actor and singer who originally hailed from Petersburg, Virginia, passed away in New York City on September 17, 2022. (May 12, 1925 Sept. 22, 2015)The renowned Yankees catcher was a powerhouse player in the 1950s, an 18-time All-Star, and later a successful manager. The hotels manager, Bertha Franklin, claimed that Cooke had attacked her and she shot him in self defense. (April 1, 1932 Dec. 28, 2016)This acclaimed movie star (and mother of actress Carrie Fisher, who died a day before) made her mark in Hollywood beginning in the early 50s, with roles in such musical film classics asThree Little Words(1950),Singin in the Rain(1952) andThe Unsinkable Molly Brown(1964). Singer Perry Como hit the pop singles charts over 100 times in his long career. Death: July 2013. His music is often marked by a sardonic approach and unique sense of humor. The actress faced several bouts of cancer after the first diagnosis in 2009. Aaliyah was also an accomplished film actress starring in Romeo Must Die. That album's quick success turned Vandross into a star. Luther Vandross began his long, successful career as a studio backup singer in the mid-1970's working on projects such as David Bowie's Young Americans album. (June 25, 1956 June 8, 2018)The dynamic celebrity chef with a knack for storytelling ran several New York restaurants and eventually became an executive chef at brasserie Les Halles in Manhattan. He became a star as a child fronting the brother at the Jackson 5. He passed away from cardiac arrest caused by a propofol and benzodiazepine overdose on June 25, 2009. Janis Joplin. Three years later he established himself as arguably the top funk artist with the massive hit Street Songs album that featured the definitive "Super Freak." was 24 years old. Sun Sign: Virgo. His music transcended boundaries between pop, soul, dance, and rock music. (April 12, 1950 Nov. 21, 2017)Combining his love for singing and acting, Cassidy found his dream job (and became a teen idol) as Keith Partridge onThe Partridge Family(1970-74). You are now leaving AARP.org and going to a website that is not operated by AARP. All Rights Reserved. Birthdate: August 29, 1958. With friends ranging from Willie Nelson to Patsy Cline, West will always be remembered for her duets with another famous friend: Kenny Rogers. Kassraie previously covered U.S. foreign policy as a correspondent for the Kuwait News Agencys Washington bureau and worked in news gathering forUSA Todayand Al Jazeera English. And his Christmas songs remain some of the most beloved holiday classics. Although revelations of spousal abuse later dimmed his image among American music fans, Ike Turner continued to perform and record up until his death on December 12, 2007. (April 22, 1936 Aug. 8, 2017)Over his half-century career, Campbell excelled as a singer, musician, songwriter, television host and actor. Find out about them in the AARP Eye Center. He is probably best remembered for the "Peel Sessions," an ongoing series of live in-studio performances by upcoming artists. Bush, Maya Angelou are among the well known, Andy Williams, singer and television host, 84, Your California Privacy Rights | Do Not Sell My Personal Information. 10% off in-store, in-app and online orders, Vacation ideas, savings tips and special offers, 25% off sitewide and 30% off select items, AARP Online Fitness powered by LIFT session, Customized fitness programming for the 50-plus, SAVE MONEY WITH THESE LIMITED-TIME OFFERS. 2022 The Moguldom Nation. 15 Black Artists Who Died Too Young 1. To this day, no suspects have been arrested in his murder. Joey, Dee Dee, and Johnny were the founders. Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. Singer / guitar player with soft rock duo Seals And Crofts who wrote the song Summer Breeze. Shot and killed while picking up cookies for his mother, Stabbed to death after performing 1st show, 30 shots fired into his car killing him and injuring 2 others, Thorney Toll, Cambridgeshire, England, UK, Shot and killed by police mistaken identity. He continued recording throughout his life leaving the duet album Genius Loves Company, one of his most successful, when he died on June 10, 2004, from liver cancer. Kassraie previously covered U.S. foreign policy as a correspondent for the Kuwait News Agencys Washington bureau and worked in news gathering forUSA Todayand Al Jazeera English. May 3, 1972. His first fame was as a bass player for Buddy Holly. The group first had success as a pop group with five consecutive top 20 pop hits in the 1960s. Died Cause of Death XXXTentacion: Rapper/Singer 20 January 23, 1998 June 18, 2018 Shot to death JuiceWRLD: Rapper/Singer 21 December 2, 1998 December 8, 2019 Codeine and Oxycodone Overdose Sid Vicious: Bassist of Sex Pistols: 21 May 10, 1957 February 2, 1979 Heroin overdose Agustin Briolini Vocalist / Guitarist of Argentine . He gained fame as a member of the Who, but he also recorded a series of solo albums. Warren Zevon died September 7, 2003. Redefining the look . With the emergence of disco in the late '70s, Luther's silky smooth voice helped create classics by the groups Chic and Change. The coroners report saidHendrixs body was full of barbiturates. She had her first #1 single "Somebody Else Is Taking My Place" in 1942. (Feb. 8, 1968 May 28, 2010)Coleman's signature, Whatchu talkin bout, Willis? inDiff'rent Strokes(197886) will forever remain a classic line of the times. again. Ella Fitzgerald, Category: Artist, Albums: Cheek To Cheek: The Complete Duet Recordings, Ella At Zardi's (Live At Zardi's/1956), Live at the Concertgebouw 1961, Someone To Watch Over Me, Live At Chautauqua Vol. ", (Aug. 16, 1930 Aug. 9, 2015)The New York Giants Hall of Famer found a hugely successful second career on TV as a sports commentator. (Aug. 22, 1939 Aug. 30, 2019)Harper started out as a dancer on Broadway before finding fame as Mary Tyler Moore's bestie, Rhoda, from 1970 to 1974. Lead Guitarist, Vocalist of The Jimi Hendrix Experience. Ultimately he released five top 10 pop solo singles and earned eight Grammy Awards. Was he poisoned by the whiskey a married temptress gave him? Tupac Amaru Shakur, aka 2Pac, is one of the biggest-selling names in any music genre, with more than75 million albumssold worldwide. Singer Laura Branigan had a few minor chart appearances earlier in her career, but it was the release of the single "Gloria" in 1982 that led to pop stardom. Sam Phillips was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Blues Hall of Fame, and Country Music Hall of Fame. (April 3, 1922 May 13, 2019)At age 12, Day (born Doris Kappelhoff) almost died in a car wreck that ended her dance career. (Dec. 15, 1933 May 14, 2019) A six-time Emmy winner best known as an actor and writer for The Carol Burnett Show (1967-1978), Conway was a master of physical comedy and risky, deadpan improv that could stretch a skit from four minutes to 10.Conway won his last Emmy at 74, playing garrulous old-time actor Bucky Bright on 30 Rock (2008). The average age of death is between 25-30 years of age. Whitney Houston, Prince, Aretha Franklin, David Bowie/GETTY IMAGES, Gerald Smith/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images, Larry Busacca/Getty Images for Songwriters Hall of Fame, Remembering Elizabeth Taylor, Muhammad Ali and more, George H.W. Fame sometimes comeswith a price. Subsequent duet hitsincludingAint Nothing like the Real Thing and Youre all I Need seemed to solidify the path for Gaye and Terrell. Between 1958 and 1964, Palmer won seven major titles: four Masters championships, one United States Open and two British Opens. (Sept. 18, 1961 June 19, 2013)His quiet charisma gave his now-iconic character, violent mob boss Tony Soprano, a fascinating complexity. They divorced in 1965 after an amazing string of songwriting successes. In 2001 Lisa Lopes released her first solo collection Supernova which generated a top 20 pop single in the UK. Following a stint in the U.S. Army, he kicked around the South, forming and dissolving bands and learning to play with his teeth. He was 36. University Medical Center, Las Vegas, NV, U.S. White Plains Hospital, White Plains, NY, U .S. Although he didn't reach the pop charts after the early 1970s, Wilson Pickett continued recording into the late 1990s. Reddings song These Arms of Mine, became an R&B hit in 1962. Bill Lamb is a music and arts writer with two decades of experience covering the world of entertainment and culture. He was only 27 when he died on Aug. 16, 1938. His first major hit was the song "Town Without Pity" released in 1961 as the theme for the movie of the same name. Michael Jackson is frequently referred to as the "King of Pop." (Sept. 16, 1925 May 14, 2015)The poor boy who lived in a sharecropper's shack grew up to become a legendary guitarist and the true king of American blues. In 1977 she began recording for the Concord Jazz record label and became a celebrated jazz singer in her later years. (Sept. 23, 1920 -- April 6, 2014)Rooney appeared in many films through his long career, including theAndy Hardyseries andThe Black Stallion(1979). Said Burnett, I remember Johnny Carson saying that Tim made him laugh more than anybody.". He also recorded several gospel albums. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Christopher George Latore Wallace was nicknamedBiggie by classmates, on account of his hefty size. (Sept. 10, 1929 Sept. 25, 2016)Beloved around the world as the King of professional golfing, he helped raise the profile of the sport in America. Ray Charles is a key figure in the development of popular music in the US. Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. Birthdate: April 2, 1939. Waylon Jennings' career spanned the early days of rock 'n roll to the beginning of a new century. Boyzone hit the top 10 on the UK pop singles chart 17 times, and all three of their studio albums hit #1. With declining sales and recordings, Sam Phillips sold Sun Records in 1968. female stars (actresses, models, singers, writers, socialites and others) who died too soon (aged 17 to 40) 1. AARP Membership $12 for your first year when you sign up for Automatic Renewal. He died of heart disease complications April 5, 2006 while on tour in the UK. (One of the Most Significant Cultural Figures of the 20th Century Popularly Known as the 'King of Pop') 1238. _. Wonderwall.com is taking a look back at the bold-faced names we lost in 2022, starting with this news. "He's a Rebel," "Hello Mary Lou," and "Rubber Ball" are among the hits Gene Pitney wrote for others. McVie was a British singer-songwriter and a member of Fleetwood Mac, one of the most famous rock bands of the world in the 1970s and 1980s. Join AARP for just $9 per year when you sign up for a 5-year term. Tina Turner has paid tribute to her "beloved son" Ronnie Turner, who has died at the age of 62. (Feb. 11, 1936 Sept. 6, 2018)At the height of his fame in the 1970s, Burt Reynolds was the biggest movie star on the planet. Michael Jackson. While his cause . At the time, an East Coast-West Coast rap feud was happening, and Notorious took the East Coast reigns with his No. He hit the pop top 10 four times as an artist with the #2 "Only Love Can Break a Heart" being his biggest hit. Lisa Lopes joined the bandwhen she was 19. Reynolds was also a noteworthy film historian, businesswoman and humanitarian. Javascript must be enabled to use this site. Singer-songwriter Dan Fogelberg first hit the pop top 40 with the single "Part of the Plan" from his second album Souvenirs released in 1974. He burst back onto the movie scene in 1997'sBoogie Nights, playing a seedy, 70s porn flick producer. The meeting imbued him with the power of the blues, but his soul was sold in the process. He was one of the earliest members elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Shot & Killed by unknown rival gang member, Shot and killed outside an studio after altercation with rapper No Plug, Complications related to sickle-cell anemia, Shot and killed outside an Atlanta pizza store, Died from accidental overdose of Xanax and Fentanyl, Shot and killed in a robbery after leaving a motorcycle dealership. Noam Galai/Getty Images for The Survivor Mitzvah Project, James Keivom/NY Daily News Archive via Getty Images, David M. Benett/Getty Images for Marina Rinaldi, Rick Diamond/WireImage for The Recording Academy, Frank Gifford, athlete/sports commentator, 84, Your California Privacy Rights | Do Not Sell My Personal Information. As founder and chief producer for the Sun Records label, Sam Phillips was a seminal figure in the development of rock 'n roll. On stage, Maurice Gibb played mostly bass guitar. Cheers to the golden voice of Mr. Redding! He also serves as a general assignment reporter. Perhaps the group's best-known song remains "Sheena Is a Punk Rocker" which edged inside the Billboard Hot 100 in 1977. If that's true, I'm just really healthy.". Actress Helen Slayton-Hughes died on Dec . Kara Hamilton. Sadik & Genzo Denado - Par Chez Nous. Thats one theory. Her 2000 single "Try Again" became the first in the history of the Billboard Hot 100 to hit #1 based entirely on radio airplay. # 48. Many dont realizewhen they hear this crooners mature, experienced-sounding voice that he was only 26 when he died in a plane crash over Madison, Wisconsin. His first underground solo album, 2Pacalypse Now, was released to critical acclaimin 1991. After he released his first pop single, Lovable, in 1956, he was dropped by Specialty Records. He was an actor and composer, known for Hardcore Henry (2015), Knocked Up (2007) and Idle Hands (1999). Rick James began his major label musical career as a songwriter and producer for Motown in the late 1960's. On the night of Sept. 7, 1996, a car pulled up next to Shakurs sedan at a Las Vegas intersection. Along with MJ, there also was Gerald . The door she walked through led to Marvin Gaye and a song called Aint no Mountain High Enough, rocketing the two to the top of the radio charts. He died of a sudden heart attack on September 26, 2003. He also took part in the rock supergroup the Traveling Wilburys with Jeff Lynne, Roy Orbison, Tom Petty, and Bob Dylan. Although the group never gained major commercial success, they are one of the most influential American bands of all time. Although he later appeared in several television shows and films, he became focused on supporting UNICEF, becoming the charity's goodwill ambassador in 1991. Jimi Hendrix. AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that empowers people to choose how they live as they age. Robert Palmer continued to record through 2003's album Drive. (Dec. 24, 1962 June 5, 2018)The fashion designer built a billion-dollar brand from scratch, and became best known for her iconic high-end handbags, coveted for their elegant simplicity and status statement. By 1965, he was topping the soul charts with songs such as Respect and I Cant Turn you Loose. Days before he died, the single Sittin on the Dock of the Bay was released and it became extremely popular in early 1968 and beyond. AARP Members Only Access to Special Entertainment Content, Access curated AARP entertainment articles, essays, videos, films and more. Tame One, a rapper who was one half of the Hip-Hop duo, the Artifacts, died on Nov. 6 at the age of 52. Over the last 10 years, we have lost titans of the entertainment, sports and political world including the likes of Whitney Houston, Prince, Aretha Franklin, Muhammad Ali, and Nelson Mandela. Unfortunately, many of these deaths were untimely and shocked the world. 2, Singles: I Got Plenty O' Nuttin' (Mono), Let's Do It (Let's Fall In Love), Someone To Watch Over Me, Merry Christmas From Ella . Albums Are you Experienced and Axis: Bold as Love (both 1967) were followed with benchmark live performances at the Monterey Pop Festival and Woodstock 69. Forming the group Thug Life in 1993, the album Thug Life: Volume 1 was released on Shakurs label, Out Da Gutta Records. Due to financial difficulties, he was forced to sell Elvis Presley's contract to RCA in 1955. Born Cassius Clay, he converted to Islam in 1963, renamed himself, and later became a leading activist for racial equality. Subsequent albums in the 70s includedf Exodus and Kaya.Traveling back and forth from England to Jamaica, Marleyperformed multiple concerts promoting peace. 25, 1963 Dec. 25, 2016)He was already wildly successful at age 23 as one half of British pop duo Wham!, known for their then-upiquitous 1984 hit Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go. Then he went solo, winning a Grammy for his uplifting albumFaith(1987). In the late 80's he formed the supergroup the Highwaymen. The following year on March 9, 1997, Notorious B.I.G. As a heavyweight boxer, he reigned as the world's champion from 1964 to 1967 and for much of the 70s. A Howard University graduate, Hicks' performing credits span 4 decades. Waylon Jennings died on February 13, 2002, of diabetes. Sure enough, global fame followed. Conway won his last Emmy at 74, playing garrulous old-time actor Bucky Bright on30 Rock(2008). In an online post the . He gained his greatest commercial success as one of the country music "outlaws" in the 1970s who worked outside of the Nashville corporate structure. She first hit the charts as a 15-year-old in 1994 with the album Age Ain't Nothing But a Number. Marley rocked the small islands music scene with hit singles such asJudge Not and Simmer Down. Recording the eight-track album, Catch a Fire, in 1983 for Londons Island Records proved to be the elevator to international fame. 10 Famous Musicians Who Died from Substance Abuse Houston is one of pop music's best-selling music artists of all-time, with an estimated 170-200 .read more. His sly grin and unabashed embrace of his sex-symbol status powered theSmokey and the Bandit(1977) franchise and Me Decade hits likeDeliverance(1972) andHooper(1978). Mentored by singer-producer R. Kelly, her album Age Aint Nothing but a Number was released in 1994 when she was 14. Advances in eye implants are saving sight. A turn in the rock direction in 1979 resulted in the top 20 pop single "Bad Case of Loving You." (Oct. 21, 1956 Dec. 27, 2016)I knew something enormous was likely going to impact my life from this film, she said of playing Princess Leia in the firstStar Warsmovie (1977). . Moving to Trenchtown, Jamaica at age 12, he formed The Wailers in 1963 with four other musicians. His two top 10 pop singles are "Land of 1000 Dances" and "Funky Broadway." In real life,The Sopranos(19992007) costar Edie Falco says, He was kind and uniquely generous. His softer side shines in the posthumously released comedyEnough Said(2013). Her breakout role was as Rebecca Howe in the NBC sitcom Cheers (1987-1993), for which she received an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe in 1991. Country music fans still lament the untimely loss of Dottie West, who ultimately died from injuries sustained in a car crash on the way to the Grand Ole Opry in 1991. Two bystanders were also killed during the incident. He continued performing live and died from prostate cancer December 16, 2007. Black male singers died in the last ten years? John Entwistle was nicknamed "The Ox" and noted for making the bass a prominent instrument in many rock classics. Kara Hamilton was born on July 31, 1975 in Annapolis, Maryland, USA. She joined the group at the start of the 1970s and was the writer behind hits like "Little Lies," "Everywhere," "Don . As one of the lead vocalists for the Irish boy band Boyzone, Stephen Gately became one of the most prominent singers in the history of the genre. She returned to the pop top 10 twice more with "Solitaire" and "Self Control." ByMay 11, 1981, the cancer had spread to his lung and brain. The role earned him his only Academy Award nomination, for best supporting actor. George Harrison was also noted for his devotion to Hare Krishna and being an accomplished gardener. The group's London Calling is considered by many to be one of the top albums of all time. Brad William Henke passed away at the age of 56. She was an actress, known for Just Like Heaven (2005), The Last Request (2006) and The Awakened (2012). Jet Black, a founding member of the punk rock band The Stranglers, has died 'peacefully' at the age of 84. She was 66. However, their success did not cross the Atlantic to the US. Memphis soul man Isaac Hayes had already laid claim to being an R&B legend when he electrified the pop music world with the #1 smash "Theme from Shaft" in the fall of 1971. Rock music developed from the rock and roll music that emerged during the 1950s, and includes a diverse range of . Lisa Lopes died, the victim of a car accident in Honduras, on April 25, 2002. In their career, the Bee Gees hit #1 nine times, and they sold over 200 million albums. CrazySexyCool ws released in 1994, solidifying thebandas one of the biggest-selling girl groups of all time. His flair and fire live on. His photographs haunt and his music lingers long after you hear it. In the 1950s as a Sun Records artist, he helped define the sound of rock 'n roll. A second woman, Elisa Boyer, surfaced after the homicide and said that Cooke had kidnapped and tried to rapeher in the hotel, butshe escaped. He was 27. He was25. (Oct. 14, 1927 May 23, 2017)Making his 007 debut inLive and Let Die(1973), Sir Roger Moore played suave British secret agent James Bond in seven films, concluding withA View to a Kill(1985). Her songs I Feel Love (1977), Last Dance (1978) and Hot Stuff (1979) still get people up and moving. 18 People Who Definitely Won the 10-Year Challenge 13 Celebs Who Totally Changed Their Look in 2015 21 People Who Started Their New Year's Celebrations Early . 10. Advances in eye implants are saving sight. 1 Michael Jackson Michael Jackson (Michael Joseph Jackson; August 29, 1958 -- June 25, 2009) was an American singer, dancer, and songwriter. Born in 1945, this young lady rose up in the Motown world in her teens, performing with James Browns Revue for two years before signing with Motowns Berry Gordy in 1965. He became anitinerant delta blues king, recording hits along the way. He landed inside the pop top 40 three times with "Good Hearted Woman," "Luckenbach, Texas," and the "Dukes of Hazzard Theme." He died Sept. 13 in his hospital bed. This is a listing of some of those who left us far too soon in the 2000s giving us another opportunity to remember and say goodbye. (Dec. 15, 1933 May 14, 2019)A six-time Emmy winner best known as an actor and writer forThe Carol Burnett Show(19671978),Conway was a master of physical comedy and risky, deadpan improv that could stretch a skit from four minutes to 10. Cory Monteith's death this past summer was especially shocking. Yet he was almost as famous for his quirky wit, coining Yogi-isms such as, It's like dj vu all over again. Among other notable songs, Wilson Pickett recorded are "In the Midnight Hour" and "Mustang Sally." Hughes died Dec. 1 in Tampa, Florida, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, said Maurice Sconiers of the Sconiers Funeral Home in Columbus, Georgia. They included nine top 10 pop hits among them and four that went all the way to #1. In the 1950s as a Sun Records artist, he helped define the sound of rock 'n roll. You're only as sick as your secrets, Fisher said in 2009. The 28-year-old passed away in hospital as a result of his injuries Credit: AFP. Cartoon fans remember him as the distinctive voice of slacker-dude Shaggy onScooby-Doo. (July 6, 1931 Nov. 19, 2017)Known first as an R&B singer, then as an actress, Reese rose to the top of the pop singles chart in 1959 with her biggest song, Don't You Know? Her greatest fame came in the 1990s, when she was cast as Tess, an angel onTouched by an Angel(1994-2003). He pioneered the development of what became known as soul music by fusing elements of gospel and R&B. After major internal difficulties, the Clash disbanded in 1985. Shot inside of a night club. Thankfully, through their various talents their legacies will never be forgotten and will live [] He went on to record albums and perform, though later struggled with alcohol addiction. Aaliyah Dana Haughton was born in Brooklyn in 1979, and raised in Detroit through her early years as a Star Search and Family Matters child star. Film roles, including the popular drama Poetic Justice proved his versatility. He is given credit by many for recording the first rock 'n roll song "Rocket 88." Singer Peggy Lee gained her first major notice in 1941 when she joined Benny Goodman's band. Aaliyah Haughton, 22 (Wikimedia) Just 22-years-old at the time of her death, Aaliyah was just hitting her stride as a singer and actress. A memorable video and sledgehammer beat led to the #1 hit "Addicted to Love" in 1986. "Orange Is the New Black" star Brad William Henke passed away in his sleep at the age of 56. The group released three consecutive multi-platinum albums. Birthplace: Gary, Indiana, United States. Shot and killed Bad News Brown 2/11/2011 33 Montreal, Canada Beaten and shot to death Nate Dogg 3/15/2011 41 Long Beach, California, U.S. Died from complications of multiple strokes Here are 10 famous black singers who died before age 40. hollywoodlife.com, cnn.com, allmusic.com, rollingstone.com, en.wikipedia.org. Javascript must be enabled to use this site. In the late 1950s, he met Anna Mae Bullock who later became his wife, Tina Turner. Tragic Amy Winehouse died at 27 Credit: Getty - Contributor. Remembering the Movers and Shakers We Lost This Decade, 10% off in-store, in-app and online orders, Vacation ideas, savings tips and special offers, 25% off sitewide and 30% off select items, AARP Online Fitness powered by LIFT session, Customized fitness programming for the 50-plus, SAVE MONEY WITH THESE LIMITED-TIME OFFERS. Born in 1941 in Dawson, Georgia, he diedDec. 10, 1967. Jim Seals. Good Samaritan Hospital, Suffern, New York, U.S. Respiratory depression due to accidental overdose. (March 25, 1942 Aug. 16, 2018)From child gospel singer in Detroit to the Queen of Soul, Franklin built a career that spanned seven decades. In a statement released by the new wave group, they said that it was with 'heavy . She also achieved great success as a songwriter. A side project, Power Station, brought two more top 10 pop hits. The group's original guitarist and singer Hugh Cornwall, 73, also paid tribute to his old friend, saying in a statement: "It is with great sadness I have learnt that Jet Black has passed away. You are now leaving AARP.org and going to a website that is not operated by AARP. Monteith's official cause of death was listed as "mixed drug toxicity, involving . 10/16/2010 28 Saint Paul, Minnesota, U.S. Respiratory depression due to accidental overdose Magnolia Shorty 12/10/2010 28 Little Woods, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. Gaye was so anguished by her death at age 24, he gave up touring for three years. Aaron Kassraie writes about issues important to military veterans and their families for AARP. Her sugar-and-spice image propelled her to a second career as a No. Gene Pitney hit the charts as a solo pop singer while also writing major hit singles for others. Together with Timbaland and Missy Elliott as producers, Aaliyah helped forge a new direction for hip hop and R&B at the beginning of the decade. Joe Strummer had some success with his group the Mescaleros. These singers died from April 2021 to June 2021 so far, it also includes legendary singers who very popular. He released three more top 10 hits, "Same Old Lang Syne," "Hard To Say," and Leader of the Band." Little Woods, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. Died from complications of multiple strokes, Shot and killed at Scarborough recording studio, Hospital Municipal de Paulnia, Paulnia, State of So Paulo, Brazil, Solihull Hospital, West Midlands, England, Shot and killed after leaving studio by a rival gang member. He died Sept. 18, 1970. He released his own top 10 solo album New Beginning in 2000. Sun Sign: Aries. The filmPillow Talk(1959) earned her an Oscar nomination for best actress. The host of The $10,000 and $25,000 Pyramid (1973-88) and, most notably,American Bandstand(1952-89) is credited with advancing the careers of so many performers, including Paul Anka, Barry Manilow and Madonna. Evan Agostini/Hulton Archive/Getty Images, Top 10 Burt Bacharach and Hal David Songs, 25 Great One Hit Wonders and Where They Are Now, The 10 Best David Bowie Songs of All-Time, Joey Ramone (1951-2001), Dee Dee Ramone (1951-2002), Johnny Ramone (1948-2004). Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. From 1997 to 2000, she starred as the lead in the sitcom Veronica's Closet, earning additional Emmy and Golden Globe nominations. 1the week after her death, and she won two posthumous American Music Awards for it. Killed at a bus stop 3 days after dropping a diss track. Remembering Elizabeth Taylor, Muhammad Ali and more. 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