01of 55GettyNotable names are among those who have died during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more about them ahead.For more informationon lives that have been lost during the COVID-19and the latest updates onconfirmed cases in the U.S.,expert health adviceandhow the virus is affecting people around the world, visit PEOPLE’s coronavirus hubhere.
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Notable names are among those who have died during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more about them ahead.
For more informationon lives that have been lost during the COVID-19and the latest updates onconfirmed cases in the U.S.,expert health adviceandhow the virus is affecting people around the world, visit PEOPLE’s coronavirus hubhere.
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DJ Kay Slay
They added: “In memory of DJ Kay Slay, our family wishes to thank all of his friends, fans, and supporters for their prayers and well wishes during this difficult time. We ask that you respect our privacy as we grieve this tragic loss.”
03of 55Jay WeaverBig Daddy Weave with Jay Weaver sitting.Anna Webber/GettyThe beloved member of the Christian band Big Daddy Weave died from complications due to COVID-19. Jay’s brother and fellow band member Mikeconfirmed Jay’s deathin a video shared on theband’s social mediaon Jan. 2, 2022.“Thank you so much for all your prayers for my brother,” Mike said. “You have walked with him through a huge fight, and I’m so sorry to bring this news, but I’m also excited to celebrate where he is right now. My brother Jay went to be with Jesus just a couple hours ago due to complications due to COVID-19.“Mike added that “the Lord used [Jay] in such a mighty way out on the road for so many years…I believe even though COVID may have taken his last breath, Jesus was right there to catch him.““My heart’s broke for my family,” he continued. “But we all just really wanted to thank you for walking with us through so much for so long.”
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Jay Weaver
Big Daddy Weave with Jay Weaver sitting.Anna Webber/Getty
The beloved member of the Christian band Big Daddy Weave died from complications due to COVID-19. Jay’s brother and fellow band member Mikeconfirmed Jay’s deathin a video shared on theband’s social mediaon Jan. 2, 2022.
“Thank you so much for all your prayers for my brother,” Mike said. “You have walked with him through a huge fight, and I’m so sorry to bring this news, but I’m also excited to celebrate where he is right now. My brother Jay went to be with Jesus just a couple hours ago due to complications due to COVID-19.”
Mike added that “the Lord used [Jay] in such a mighty way out on the road for so many years…I believe even though COVID may have taken his last breath, Jesus was right there to catch him.”
“My heart’s broke for my family,” he continued. “But we all just really wanted to thank you for walking with us through so much for so long.”
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Carlos Marín
Carlos Marín.Matthew Eisman/Getty
David Miller, Sébastien Izambard and Urs Bühler announced the news of their friend’s death on theirwebsiteon Dec. 19, 2021.
“For 17 years, the four of us have been on this incredible journey of Il Divo together, and we will miss our dear friend. We hope and pray that his beautiful soul will rest in peace,” they continued.
Marín’s death came three days after the singer confirmed he was hospitalized after first being admitted to the Intensive Care Unit at the Manchester Royal Medical Center in England on Dec. 8, according to Spanish outletEl Español.
05of 55Jay Jay PhillipsJay Jay Phillips, a heavy metal musician who appeared onAmerica’s Got Talenton season 4 in 2009 and season 12 in 2017,died in December 2021at 30 years old. His band Mettal Maffia announced Phillips' death on Instagram.“It is with great sadness we inform you all of the loss of our bandmate/brother/and friend @jayjayrocks. It still doesn’t feel real and we would give anything to change it. Please respect the family, as well as our wishes as we take our time to grieve and process this detrimental loss,“a statement from Phillips' bandsaid.“We miss you brother, every second of every minute, of every day. Thank you for teaching us all to laugh a little more,” the statement continued. “Rock in Paradise.“Seph Lawless, a close friend of Phillips, toldThe Wrapthat the musician was battling the COVID-19 virus over Thanksgiving, and his girlfriend had found him unresponsive “in the fetal position” in bed.
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Jay Jay Phillips
Jay Jay Phillips, a heavy metal musician who appeared onAmerica’s Got Talenton season 4 in 2009 and season 12 in 2017,died in December 2021at 30 years old. His band Mettal Maffia announced Phillips' death on Instagram.
“It is with great sadness we inform you all of the loss of our bandmate/brother/and friend @jayjayrocks. It still doesn’t feel real and we would give anything to change it. Please respect the family, as well as our wishes as we take our time to grieve and process this detrimental loss,“a statement from Phillips' bandsaid.
“We miss you brother, every second of every minute, of every day. Thank you for teaching us all to laugh a little more,” the statement continued. “Rock in Paradise.”
Seph Lawless, a close friend of Phillips, toldThe Wrapthat the musician was battling the COVID-19 virus over Thanksgiving, and his girlfriend had found him unresponsive “in the fetal position” in bed.
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Colin Powell
Colin Powell, the first Black U.S. Secretary of State,died from complications of COVID-19on Oct. 18, 2021, at the age of 84.
“General Colin L. Powell, former U.S. Secretary of State and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, passed away this morning due to complications from Covid 19,” a statement on the Powell family wrote in a statement on his Facebook page, noting that “he was fully vaccinated.”
Continued the statement, “We want to thank the medical staff at Walter Reed National Medical Center for their caring treatment. We have lost a remarkable and loving husband, father, grandfather and a great American.”
Powell served in former President George W. Bush’s Cabinet from 2001 to 2005. Prior to his White House tenure, Powell — a four-star general — was the 12th chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
A New York native, Powell joined the City College of New York’s Army ROTC program and was commissioned as an Army second lieutenant when he graduated in 1958. He served 35 years in the Army, receiving the Purple Heart, Defense Distinguished Service Medal, and the Legion of Merit, among other honors.
Powell also served under President Ronald Reagan as National Security Advisor from 1987 to 1989 before transitioning to Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff — making him the first Black person to hold the position.
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Ricarlo Flanagan
Ricarlo Flanagan — a rapper, actor and comedian whose credits includeShameless,InsecureandLast Comic Standing—died on Oct. 12, 2021, at the age of 41.
Flanagan died after contracting COVID-19 several before, his agent, Stu Golfman of KMR Talent, told PEOPLE.
AGoFundMe campaignwas setup to raise money to “get him home to his family in Cleveland, Ohio.” In the fundraiser’s description, Flanagan was described as a “loving son, grandson, cousin, nephew, and friend with many amazing talents.”
The description continued, “He brought laughter to every room he walked in.”
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Siti Sarah Raisuddin
Popular Malaysian singer Siti Sarah Raisuddindied of COVID-19on Aug. 9, 2021, just days after giving birth to her fourth child. She was 36.
“With the help of the nurses and doctor, I was able to make the video call, and that was the last time my kids and I would lay our eyes on her while she was still alive,” Shuib, born Shahmira Muhammad, toldlocal news outlet theNew Strait Times.
“At the time, I saw tears streaming down her cheeks, as if she understood what we were saying to her,” he continued. “I was at the hospital later after the kids had gone to sleep and completed a Yassin recital, as well as prayers for her last night. However, I was not permitted to see her.”
Raisuddin was hospitalized after experiencing breathing problems related to COVID-19, according to the outlet. She was almost eight months pregnant when she was put in a medically induced coma.
09of 55Alvin IngAlvin Ing, a Broadway star best known for his work inPacific Overtures andFlower Drum Song,died on July 31, 2021. He was 89.According to his reps, the actor died at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Burbank, Calif., of breakthrough COVID-19 complications.“Honolulu native and American Army veteran with a gift to serve, he felt a duty to himself and his fellow citizens to be fully vaccinated,” read a statement from his reps provided to PEOPLE. “Although he was fully vaccinated, Ing was first diagnosed with pneumonia in mid-July then confirmed to have COVID-19 a few days later. After two weeks of battling COVID-19, Ing passed away due to cardiac arrest.”
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Alvin Ing
Alvin Ing, a Broadway star best known for his work inPacific Overtures andFlower Drum Song,died on July 31, 2021. He was 89.
According to his reps, the actor died at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Burbank, Calif., of breakthrough COVID-19 complications.
“Honolulu native and American Army veteran with a gift to serve, he felt a duty to himself and his fellow citizens to be fully vaccinated,” read a statement from his reps provided to PEOPLE. “Although he was fully vaccinated, Ing was first diagnosed with pneumonia in mid-July then confirmed to have COVID-19 a few days later. After two weeks of battling COVID-19, Ing passed away due to cardiac arrest.”
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John Davis
John Davis.Nico Schimmelpfennig/picture alliance via Getty
Davis, one of the real vocalists behindlip-syncing R&B duo Milli Vanilli,died at age 66on May 24, 2021, from COVID-19.
The musician’s daughter Jasmin announcedthe newsin a Facebook post featuring a video of her dad performing.
“Unfortunately my dad passed away this evening through the coronavirus,” Jasmin wrote. “He made a lot of people happy with his laughter and smile, his happy spirit, love and especially through his music. He gave so much to the world! Please give him the last round of applause. We will miss him dearly.”
11of 55Linda TorresLinda Torres and Angela “Big Ang” Raiola.Ilya S. Savenok/Getty ImagesBig Angstar Linda Torresdied on April 2, 2021, after being diagnosed withCOVID-19. She was 67.Torres wasAngela “Big Ang” Raiola’s friend, appearing on her VH1 reality show and Mob Wives.She died at Staten Island University Hospital after contracting COVID and being placed on a ventilator, Big Ang’s sister Janine Detore told PEOPLE.“Linda was the life of the party — like my sister. Very fun to be around, not negative, just wanted to have a fun time,” Detore said of her friend. “I get so sad to know that she’s gone now.“She added, “I absolutely love Linda. She’s fabulous.”
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Linda Torres
Linda Torres and Angela “Big Ang” Raiola.Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images
Big Angstar Linda Torresdied on April 2, 2021, after being diagnosed withCOVID-19. She was 67.
Torres wasAngela “Big Ang” Raiola’s friend, appearing on her VH1 reality show and Mob Wives.
She died at Staten Island University Hospital after contracting COVID and being placed on a ventilator, Big Ang’s sister Janine Detore told PEOPLE.
“Linda was the life of the party — like my sister. Very fun to be around, not negative, just wanted to have a fun time,” Detore said of her friend. “I get so sad to know that she’s gone now.”
She added, “I absolutely love Linda. She’s fabulous.”
12of 55Eric SpinatoEric Spinato.Gonzalo Marroquin/Patrick McMullan via GettySpinato, the senior head booker and senior story editor for the Fox Business Network and Fox News Channel, died of COVID-19on March 21, 2021.The producer’s brother, Dean Spinato, confirmed the news onInstagram, writing, “COVID took my brother today. He was a gem and one of a kind.““This man was an amazing father, brother and friend,” he continued. “I’m sorry to say this, but this day broke me hard. I will make you proud for the rest of my life.“Eric worked at Fox for around 20 years, joining the network in 1998. He left in 2004 to work for CNN and MSNBC before returning to Fox in 2007, where he remained until his death.
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Eric Spinato
Eric Spinato.Gonzalo Marroquin/Patrick McMullan via Getty
Spinato, the senior head booker and senior story editor for the Fox Business Network and Fox News Channel, died of COVID-19on March 21, 2021.
The producer’s brother, Dean Spinato, confirmed the news onInstagram, writing, “COVID took my brother today. He was a gem and one of a kind.”
“This man was an amazing father, brother and friend,” he continued. “I’m sorry to say this, but this day broke me hard. I will make you proud for the rest of my life.”
Eric worked at Fox for around 20 years, joining the network in 1998. He left in 2004 to work for CNN and MSNBC before returning to Fox in 2007, where he remained until his death.
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Ron Wright
Rep. Ron Wright.Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call
Texas Rep. Ron Wright died on Feb. 7, 2021, while hospitalized withCOVID-19after previously being treated for lung cancer.He was 67.
“Congressman Ron Wright passed away peacefully,” Wright’s office said in a statement provided to PEOPLE.
The Associated Pressreportedthat Wright, who was first elected in 2018, had been hospitalized for lung cancer in 2020 and had spoken of also being treated in 2019 as well.
The Republican lawmaker represented Texas' 6th Congressional District in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
14of 55Cloris LeachmanCloris Leachman.Kevin Mazur/WireImageLeachman’s death certificate revealed that the legendary actress had battled COVID-19, and the virus was a significant condition that contributed to herdeath on Jan. 27, 2021, at the age of 94.Leachman died of a cerebrovascular accident, often referred to as a stroke, a spokesperson for the San Diego County’s Medical Examiner’s Officeconfirmed to PEOPLE.COVID-19 was a significant condition that contributed to her death but was not the underlying cause, according to the spokesperson.
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Cloris Leachman
Cloris Leachman.Kevin Mazur/WireImage
Leachman’s death certificate revealed that the legendary actress had battled COVID-19, and the virus was a significant condition that contributed to herdeath on Jan. 27, 2021, at the age of 94.
Leachman died of a cerebrovascular accident, often referred to as a stroke, a spokesperson for the San Diego County’s Medical Examiner’s Officeconfirmed to PEOPLE.
COVID-19 was a significant condition that contributed to her death but was not the underlying cause, according to the spokesperson.
15of 55Rémy JulienneRémy Julienne.Serge Kobo/MPP/SIPA/ShutterstockIn January 2021, it was reported that legendary movie stuntman Julienne died from the novel coronavirus atthe age of 90.Arguably the most famous and prolific stunt coordinator in modern cinema, Julienne died following a month-long hospitalization in Loiret, France.Specializing in lengthy action scenes, Julienne was behind dozens of unforgettable movie stunts in six James Bond films and also worked as Michael Caine’s stunt double inThe Italian Job(1969).
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Rémy Julienne
Rémy Julienne.Serge Kobo/MPP/SIPA/Shutterstock
In January 2021, it was reported that legendary movie stuntman Julienne died from the novel coronavirus atthe age of 90.
Arguably the most famous and prolific stunt coordinator in modern cinema, Julienne died following a month-long hospitalization in Loiret, France.
Specializing in lengthy action scenes, Julienne was behind dozens of unforgettable movie stunts in six James Bond films and also worked as Michael Caine’s stunt double inThe Italian Job(1969).
16of 55George WhitmoreGeorge Whitmore.Eric Paul Zamora/Fresno Bee/APWhitmore, a member of the first climbing team to scale El Capitan in Yosemite National Park,died from complicationsrelated to the novel coronavirus. He was 89.Whitmore died on New Year’s Day 2021 at a rehabilitation facility in Fresno, California, from damage to his lungs after he was released from the hospital, his wife Nancy told theAssociated Press.The legendary climber, who was a cancer survivor, tested positive for COVID-19 on Dec. 13 after developing a cough and fever, she said.Nancy, who was married to Whitmore for 41 years, said her husband had been extremely careful about wearing a mask, and the family did not know where he contracted the virus.
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George Whitmore
George Whitmore.Eric Paul Zamora/Fresno Bee/AP
Whitmore, a member of the first climbing team to scale El Capitan in Yosemite National Park,died from complicationsrelated to the novel coronavirus. He was 89.
Whitmore died on New Year’s Day 2021 at a rehabilitation facility in Fresno, California, from damage to his lungs after he was released from the hospital, his wife Nancy told theAssociated Press.
The legendary climber, who was a cancer survivor, tested positive for COVID-19 on Dec. 13 after developing a cough and fever, she said.
Nancy, who was married to Whitmore for 41 years, said her husband had been extremely careful about wearing a mask, and the family did not know where he contracted the virus.
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Dawn Wells
Dawn Wells.Paul Archuleta/Getty
Gilligan’s IslandstarDawn Wells died on Dec. 29, 2020, in Los Angeles,according toThe Hollywood Reporter. The actress, who played Mary Ann Summers on the hit show from 1964-67, was 82.
Wells' publicist said that the actress died of causes related to COVID-19. A rep for Wells did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.
Wells' good friend Dugg Kirkpatrick launched afundraiserin 2018 with a goal of almost $200,000 to help the actress pay off medical bills. (The fundraiser raised $205,510.)
“She did not know that I was setting it up,“Kirkpatrick exclusively told PEOPLE of Wells. “She was very upset with me, probably still is a little upset with me because she’s a little bit embarrassed. But being her dearest friend, I know that this is the best thing. Today she seems to be more on board with it because she’s seeing all the positive things people are saying.”
“Dawn is so flattered that her fans have come to her rescue - shocked and amazed, actually,” said Kirkpatrick. “She loves them and always has. She’s proved that over the years. She’s even flown people to her ranch (where she was working) in Idaho for movie screening because they couldn’t afford it. She’s been very generous to many people for many years.”
Kirkpatrick also toldTMZat the time that Wells had no family to support her and had already lost her home.
18of 55Charley PrideCharley Pride.Ford Fairchild/Country Music Association Inc/ShutterstockThe country legend, who was a pioneer for Black musicians in country music,died on Dec. 12, 2020, in Dallas at the age of 86 due to complications fromCOVID-19, a statement on hiswebsiteconfirmed.With top hits including “Kiss an Angel Good Morning” and “Is Anybody Goin' to San Antone,” Pride became the first Black member of theCountry Music Hall of Fame in 2000.Born in Mississippi in 1934 as the son of a sharecropper, Pride briefly served in the Army before heading to Nashville in 1963.In addition to earning threeGrammy Awardsduring his career, Pride took home the entertainer of the year award at the 1971 Country Music Awards and won male vocalist of the year both that year and in 1972. In 1975, he became thefirst Black man to host the Country Music Association Awards.
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Charley Pride
Charley Pride.Ford Fairchild/Country Music Association Inc/Shutterstock
The country legend, who was a pioneer for Black musicians in country music,died on Dec. 12, 2020, in Dallas at the age of 86 due to complications fromCOVID-19, a statement on hiswebsiteconfirmed.
With top hits including “Kiss an Angel Good Morning” and “Is Anybody Goin' to San Antone,” Pride became the first Black member of theCountry Music Hall of Fame in 2000.
Born in Mississippi in 1934 as the son of a sharecropper, Pride briefly served in the Army before heading to Nashville in 1963.
In addition to earning threeGrammy Awardsduring his career, Pride took home the entertainer of the year award at the 1971 Country Music Awards and won male vocalist of the year both that year and in 1972. In 1975, he became thefirst Black man to host the Country Music Association Awards.
19of 55Carol SuttonCarol Sutton.The actress, known for her presence on both the stage and screen,died on Dec. 10, 2020, at the age of 76 due to complications fromCOVID-19.Sutton had been hospitalized at New Orleans' Touro Infirmary for several days before her death, according toWGNO.Sutton was perhaps most famous for her turn as Nurse Pam in 1989’sSteel Magnolias. On the small screen, she appeared on an episode ofQueen Sugar, as well as episodes of HBO’sTrue DetectiveandLovecraft Country.New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell confirmed the news of her death in a lengthy tribute on Friday.“Carol Sutton was practically the Queen of New Orleans theater, having graced the stages across the city for decades,” Cantrellwrotebefore noting her most famed theater performances, includingA Raisin in the Sun.
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Carol Sutton
Carol Sutton.
The actress, known for her presence on both the stage and screen,died on Dec. 10, 2020, at the age of 76 due to complications fromCOVID-19.
Sutton had been hospitalized at New Orleans' Touro Infirmary for several days before her death, according toWGNO.
Sutton was perhaps most famous for her turn as Nurse Pam in 1989’sSteel Magnolias. On the small screen, she appeared on an episode ofQueen Sugar, as well as episodes of HBO’sTrue DetectiveandLovecraft Country.
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell confirmed the news of her death in a lengthy tribute on Friday.
“Carol Sutton was practically the Queen of New Orleans theater, having graced the stages across the city for decades,” Cantrellwrotebefore noting her most famed theater performances, includingA Raisin in the Sun.
20of 55Tommy “Tiny” ListerTommy Lister.The actor, best known for his roles inThe Dark Knightand theFridayfilm series,died on Dec. 10, 2020.He was 62.While he had not tested positive for the coronavirus before his death, Lister died after exhibiting “COVID symptoms” for a week, his manager Cindy Cowan told PEOPLE.“He was a gentle giant and one-of-a-kind,” she said. “A man that’s, like, been a brother to me for 20 years.”
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Tommy “Tiny” Lister
Tommy Lister.
The actor, best known for his roles inThe Dark Knightand theFridayfilm series,died on Dec. 10, 2020.He was 62.
While he had not tested positive for the coronavirus before his death, Lister died after exhibiting “COVID symptoms” for a week, his manager Cindy Cowan told PEOPLE.
“He was a gentle giant and one-of-a-kind,” she said. “A man that’s, like, been a brother to me for 20 years.”
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Arnie Robinson Jr.
Arnie Robinson, Jr.Ernie Leyba/The Denver Post via Getty
The Olympic gold medalist died on Dec. 1, 2020,USA Track and Field confirmed. He was 72.
But, “out of the blue, he struggled to take breaths,” according to Paul, before he eventually died.
“You’re just in a state of shock and disbelief over how it happened,” Paul added to the outlet. “Respect COVID for what it is. Once COVID comes and closes in, there’s nothing you can do.”
According to USA Track & Field, Robinson was inducted into the USATF National Track and Field Hall of Fame in 2000, as well as the San Diego Breitbard Hall of Fame in 1984. He additionally was named to the CCCAA Track and Field Hall of Fame in 2007.
22of 55Kenzo TakadaKenzo Takada.JOEL SAGET/AFP via Getty ImagesThe famed fashion designer and founder of the global Kenzo branddied in Parison Oct. 4, 2020, from coronavirus complications, his spokesperson toldAgence France Presse. He was 81.The first Japanese designer to make his mark in Paris, Kenzo’s designs focused on his love of graphics and large floral prints. After a nearly 30-year career in France, he sold his eponymous fashion house to LVMH in 1993 and retired from fashion six years later before launching a homewares brand in January 2019.
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Kenzo Takada
Kenzo Takada.JOEL SAGET/AFP via Getty Images
The famed fashion designer and founder of the global Kenzo branddied in Parison Oct. 4, 2020, from coronavirus complications, his spokesperson toldAgence France Presse. He was 81.
The first Japanese designer to make his mark in Paris, Kenzo’s designs focused on his love of graphics and large floral prints. After a nearly 30-year career in France, he sold his eponymous fashion house to LVMH in 1993 and retired from fashion six years later before launching a homewares brand in January 2019.
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Jay Johnstone
Jay Johnstone.Focus on Sport/Getty
The former Major League Baseball playerdied on Sept. 26, 2020, following complications from the novel COVID-19, his daughter, Mary Jayne Sarah Johnstone,told the Associated Press. He was 74.
″COVID was the one thing he couldn’t fight,″ Mary said, adding that her father died at a nursing home in Granada Hills. ″It’s really kind of shocking.″
After retiring, Johnstone worked as a radio commentator for the Yankees and Phillies.
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Tommy DeVito
Tommy DeVito.Paul Hawthorne/Getty
DeVito, one of the founding members of The Four Seasons,died from coronavirus complications. He was 92.
The star’s close friend, actor Alfred Nittoli,announced the newson Facebook on Sept. 22, 2020.
DeVito helped his pal Frankie Valli found The Four Seasons in 1960, which went on to garner international fame.
The American rock and pop band had several chart-topping hits, such as “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Sherry” and “Walk Like a Man.” It even inspired the 2005 Broadway musicalJersey Boys,which was eventually adapted into a feature film.
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Bruce Williamson
Bruce Williamson.John Lamparski/FilmMagic
His son Bruce paid tribute to the singer on Facebook. “There’s no words in the world that can express how I feel right now,“Bruce wrote.“I love you Daddy thank you for being awesome thank you for being loving thank you for being Who You Are I pray to God and we will meet again, I love you Daddy R.I.H KING WILLIAMSON.”
The singer joined The Temptations in 2006 and continued with the group through 2015. After leaving the group, Williamson sang soul music. He was set to perform on Sept. 12 at a pay-per-view concert.
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Tom Seaver
Tom Seaver.
The Legendary New York Mets pitcher died in his sleep on Aug. 31, 2020, due to complications ofLewy Body Dementiaand COVID-19, the National Baseball Hall of Fameannounced in a statement. He was 75.
In 1969, Seaver helped the Mets win their first World Series championship. He also won theCy Young Awardand led the National League with 25 wins. A 12-time All-Star, Seaver was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1992.
“We are heartbroken to share that our beloved husband and father has passed away,” his wife Nancy and daughters Sarah and Anne said in a statement to the Hall of Fame. “We send our love out to his fans, as we mourn his loss with you.”
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Herman Cain
Herman Cain in 2011.Eric Thayer/Getty
“We’re heartbroken, and the world is poorer: Herman Cain has gone to be with the Lord,” read an update posted on his official website.
Calabrese continued: “We all prayed so hard every day. We knew the time would come when the Lord would call him home, but we really liked having him here with us, and we held out hope he’d have a full recovery.”
Cain had spent most of July getting treated for COVID-19 in an Atlanta-area hospital. His teamsaid early this monththat he tested positive on June 29.
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Nick Cordero
Nick Cordero.Slaven Vlasic/Getty
Broadway starNick Corderodied on July 5, 2020, after a months-long battle with the coronavirus. He was 41.
Cordero, whose Broadway credits includeWaitressandRock of Ages, died at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, where he had been hospitalized for over 90 days after falling ill in early March 2020.
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Brandis Kemp
Brandis Kemp.Walt Disney Television via Getty
Kemp was diagnosed with glioblastoma — an aggressive type of cancer that can occur in the brain or spinal cord — in December 2019 at age 75, and it is unclear when she contracted COVID-19.
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Chris Trousdale
Chris Trousdale.Maury Phillips/WireImage
Chris Trousdale, a member of the late ’90s and early 2000s boy band Dream Street, died on June 2, 2020. He was 34.
Former Dream Street bandmate Jesse McCartney paid tribute to his friend on Instagram, noting in his caption that Trousdale “passed away due to complications from COVID-19.”
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Annie Glenn
Annie and John Glenn.Jacques M. Chenet/Getty Images
Annie Glenn, the widow of astronaut and SenatorJohn Glenn, who became a renowned advocate for those with speech disorders after overcoming her stutter,died of complications from COVID-19on May 19, 2020. She was 100.
A spokesperson for the John Glenn College of Public Affairs at Ohio State University confirmed the sad news to PEOPLE.
At age 53, Glenn underwent a three-week intensive therapy program to overcome her stutter and became a champion in helping those who also suffered from speech impediments.
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Roy Horn
Roy Horn.Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty
The famous illusionistdied at the age of 75 due to complications from coronavirusin a Las Vegas Hospital on May 15, 2020. His publicist confirmed the news in astatement to ABC.
The entertainer, who became a household name as part of the duoSiegfried & Roy,tested positivefor the respiratory virus in April. At the time, his publicist announced that he was “responding well to treatment.”
“Today, the world has lost one of the greats of magic, but I have lost my best friend,” Horn’s partner, Siegfried Fischbacher, said in a statement. “From the moment we met, I knew Roy and I, together, would change the world. There could be no Siegfried without Roy and no Roy without Siegfried.”
“Roy was a fighter his whole life, including during these final days,” Fischbacher continued. “I give my heartfelt appreciation to the team of doctors, nurses and staff at Mountain View Hospital who worked heroically against this insidious virus that ultimately took Roy’s life.”
33of 55Ty ChijiokeTy Chijioke.Born Ben Chijioke, the Nigerian-British artist, died on May 7, 2020, from complications due to COVID-19 after contracting pneumonia while in recovery, according to aGoFundMeset up for Ty.“It is with much sadness that I have to report the passing of Ben Chijioke, better known as Ty Chijioke on the 7th May 2020, close friends, family and fans are devastated of his death,” an update for the campaign read.“Since then Ty’s condition had been improving but last week while on a normal ward he had contracted pneumonia which worsened his recovery and ultimately Ty’s body couldn’t fight back anymore,” the campaign continued. “This is a shock to everyone.“Born in London in 1972, Ty first rose to prominence in 2001 with the release of his debut album,The Awkward. He followed up the record with 2003’sUpwards, which was nominated for a Mercury Prize the following year. He released his third LP, titledCloser, in 2006.
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Ty Chijioke
Ty Chijioke.
Born Ben Chijioke, the Nigerian-British artist, died on May 7, 2020, from complications due to COVID-19 after contracting pneumonia while in recovery, according to aGoFundMeset up for Ty.
“It is with much sadness that I have to report the passing of Ben Chijioke, better known as Ty Chijioke on the 7th May 2020, close friends, family and fans are devastated of his death,” an update for the campaign read.
“Since then Ty’s condition had been improving but last week while on a normal ward he had contracted pneumonia which worsened his recovery and ultimately Ty’s body couldn’t fight back anymore,” the campaign continued. “This is a shock to everyone.”
Born in London in 1972, Ty first rose to prominence in 2001 with the release of his debut album,The Awkward. He followed up the record with 2003’sUpwards, which was nominated for a Mercury Prize the following year. He released his third LP, titledCloser, in 2006.
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Frederick Thomas
Frederick Thomas.Johnny Nunez/WireImage
Therapper, known as Fred the Godson, died on April 23, 2020, according to several reports. He was 35.
Thomas revealed that he had been diagnosed with coronavirus onInstagram on April 6, writing, “I’m in here wit this Corvus 19 s—! Please keep me in y’all prayers!!!! 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 #godisgreat,” he wrote.
Fellow artistsPusha Tand E-40 were among the first few musicians to respond with words of support.
“Pull thru my brother…🙏🏿,” Pusha-T wrote.
“Prayers up 🙏🏾,” E-40 added.
Since his death, many have offered condolences, including Fat Joe, who shared a heartbreaking post in honor of his late friend.
“My little brother ooooh how sad am I,” Fat Joe captioned hisInstagram tribute. “I prayed and prayed and prayed for you all night long. So many dreams, so many conversations, so many great times we had. I am in shock to say the least. I love you soooooooo much little brother, it’s been years since I felt this pain.”
“I always wanted the best for you, I played you all my important songs to get your feedback [because] I respect you so much as an artist. Why the GOOD die young?” he wrote. “I was soooooooo proud of you little brother. Maybe now the world will pay attention to your greatness, you was always my favorite.”
35of 55Tim Brooke-TaylorTim Brooke-Taylor.Gareth Cattermole/Getty ImagesThe British comedian died from coronavirus at the age of 79 on April 12, 2020, according to his agent, who spoke with theBBC.Brooke-Taylor became a household name after starring in the BBC sitcomThe Goodies, in which he starred alongside Graham Garden and Bill Oddie.He also played a scientist in 1971’s Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.
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Tim Brooke-Taylor
Tim Brooke-Taylor.Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images
The British comedian died from coronavirus at the age of 79 on April 12, 2020, according to his agent, who spoke with theBBC.
Brooke-Taylor became a household name after starring in the BBC sitcomThe Goodies, in which he starred alongside Graham Garden and Bill Oddie.
He also played a scientist in 1971’s Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.
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John Prine
John Prine.AP/REX/Shutterstock
The country-folk singer-songwriter died on April 7, 2020 due to complications from COVID-19. Prince was being treated at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, a representative confirmed to PEOPLE on behalf of Prine’s family. He was 73.
Prine washospitalizedwith a “sudden onset” of COVID-19 symptoms on March 26 and intubated on March 28, his family wrote in astatementposted to Instagram on March 29.
“This is hard news for us to share,” his family wrote. “But so many of you have loved and supported John over the years, we wanted to let you know, and give you the chance to send on more of that love and support now,” the statement continued. “And know that we love you, and John loves you.”
His wife of 23 years, Fiona Whelan Prine, was also diagnosed with COVID-19 earlier in March and had been keeping fans updated about Prine’s condition while he was in the hospital.
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Lee Fierro
Lee Fierro.Universal/Alamy
Kevin Ryan, artistic director and board president for Island Theatre Workshop — where Fierro worked for over 40 years during her time at Martha’s Vineyard — confirmed the news withMartha’s Vineyard TimesandEntertainment Tonight.
“We will miss her terribly. She spent 40 years here on the vineyard,” Ryan toldET.
Alongside Ryan, the theatrically trained actress and longtime Martha’s Vineyard resident taught and mentored more than 1,000 children in the art of theater on the island. At the time of her death, she was living in Ohio at an assisted living facility to be closer to her family.
38of 55Jay BenedictFerdaus Shamim/WireImageThe actor, best known for his roles inAliensandThe Dark Knight Rises,died at age 68due to complications from the new coronavirus.“It is with profound sorrow that we must announce Jay’s death on the 4th of April due to complications arising from a COVID-19 infection,” hisofficial website announcedin a statement on April 6, 2020.His agency, TCG Artist Management, alsoconfirmed his deathon Twitter, sharing, “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear client Jay Benedict, who this afternoon lost his battle with COVID-19. Our thoughts are with his family.”
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Jay Benedict
Ferdaus Shamim/WireImage
The actor, best known for his roles inAliensandThe Dark Knight Rises,died at age 68due to complications from the new coronavirus.
“It is with profound sorrow that we must announce Jay’s death on the 4th of April due to complications arising from a COVID-19 infection,” hisofficial website announcedin a statement on April 6, 2020.
His agency, TCG Artist Management, alsoconfirmed his deathon Twitter, sharing, “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear client Jay Benedict, who this afternoon lost his battle with COVID-19. Our thoughts are with his family.”
39of 55Tom DempseyTom Dempsey.Focus on Sport/Getty ImagesThe former NFL stardied on April 4, 2020, from complications related to the novel coronavirus,Nola.comfirst reported. He was 73.The New Orleans Saints, whom Dempsey played for as a kicker, released astatementfollowing news of his death.“Our thoughts and prayers are extended to Carlene and the entire Dempsey family on the passing of their dear Tom,” the statement read, adding, “Tom’s life spoke directly to the power of the human spirit and exemplified his resolute determination to not allow setbacks to impede following his dreams and aspirations … He holds a special place in the hearts and minds of the Saints family.“Dempsey had been living at the Lambeth House Retirement Community in New Orleans since 2012, when he revealed he was diagnosed with dementia. Dempsey tested positive for COVID-19 on March 26 after the assisted living facility reported more than 50 confirmed cases and 13 deaths related to the virus.
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Tom Dempsey
Tom Dempsey.Focus on Sport/Getty Images
The former NFL stardied on April 4, 2020, from complications related to the novel coronavirus,Nola.comfirst reported. He was 73.
The New Orleans Saints, whom Dempsey played for as a kicker, released astatementfollowing news of his death.
“Our thoughts and prayers are extended to Carlene and the entire Dempsey family on the passing of their dear Tom,” the statement read, adding, “Tom’s life spoke directly to the power of the human spirit and exemplified his resolute determination to not allow setbacks to impede following his dreams and aspirations … He holds a special place in the hearts and minds of the Saints family.”
Dempsey had been living at the Lambeth House Retirement Community in New Orleans since 2012, when he revealed he was diagnosed with dementia. Dempsey tested positive for COVID-19 on March 26 after the assisted living facility reported more than 50 confirmed cases and 13 deaths related to the virus.
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Sergio Rossi
Sergio Rossi.Courtesy
Sergio Rossi, one of Italy’s most celebrated footwear designers, died in Cesena from complications related to the coronavirus, the brand confirmed on April 3, 2020. He was 84.
Rossi was responsible for building one of Italy’s largest luxury shoe brands, launching his company in 1968 after learning how to make shoes from his father.
“Today everyone at Sergio Rossi joins me in remembering our dear Sergio, the inspiring founder of our dream,” Riccardo Sciutto, CEO of the Sergio Rossi Group, shared on the brand’sInstagrampage.
“Sergio Rossi was a master, and it is my great honor to have met him and gotten to present him the archive earlier this year. His vision and approach will remain our guide in the growth of the brand and the business,” Sciutto continued.
The designer was also involved in the fight against coronavirus, donating €100,000 to the Sacco hospital in Milan.
41of 55Patricia BosworthPatricia Bosworth.Patricia BosworthThe celebrity biographer, who wrote bestsellers aboutMarlon Brando,Jane Fondaand more, died on April 2, 2020, of complications of coronavirus. She was 86.Her friend, Ray Leslee, wrote onFacebook: “Patti was more than a great writer. She was an inspiration and a pillar of support to so many wonderful people. And she was so dear to me. She was the youngest and most vibrant 86-year-old I know. I last spoke to her on March 10th. She had just returned from a week’s travels, researching for her new book about Paul Robeson …The deadly virus came on very quickly and she’s gone.”
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Patricia Bosworth
Patricia Bosworth.Patricia Bosworth
The celebrity biographer, who wrote bestsellers aboutMarlon Brando,Jane Fondaand more, died on April 2, 2020, of complications of coronavirus. She was 86.
Her friend, Ray Leslee, wrote onFacebook: “Patti was more than a great writer. She was an inspiration and a pillar of support to so many wonderful people. And she was so dear to me. She was the youngest and most vibrant 86-year-old I know. I last spoke to her on March 10th. She had just returned from a week’s travels, researching for her new book about Paul Robeson …The deadly virus came on very quickly and she’s gone.”
42of 55Ellis MarsalisEllis Marsalis.Erika Goldring/Getty ImagesThe world-renowned jazz pianist and beloved member of the New Orleans music scenepassed away from complications of coronavirusat a local hospital on April 1, 2020, his son Brandford Marsalis told PEOPLE. He was 85.“It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my father, Ellis Marsalis Jr., as a result of complications from the Coronavirus,” the statement read. “My dad was a giant of a musician and teacher, but an even greater father. He poured everything he had into making us the best of what we could be.“New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell also paid tribute to the late musician after news of his death broke,writing on Twitter, “Ellis Marsalis was a legend. He was the prototype of what we mean when we talk about New Orleans jazz.“Marsalis wasinducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Famein 2008.
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Ellis Marsalis
Ellis Marsalis.Erika Goldring/Getty Images
The world-renowned jazz pianist and beloved member of the New Orleans music scenepassed away from complications of coronavirusat a local hospital on April 1, 2020, his son Brandford Marsalis told PEOPLE. He was 85.
“It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my father, Ellis Marsalis Jr., as a result of complications from the Coronavirus,” the statement read. “My dad was a giant of a musician and teacher, but an even greater father. He poured everything he had into making us the best of what we could be.”
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell also paid tribute to the late musician after news of his death broke,writing on Twitter, “Ellis Marsalis was a legend. He was the prototype of what we mean when we talk about New Orleans jazz.”
Marsalis wasinducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Famein 2008.
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Bucky Pizzarelli
Bucky Pizzarelli.Hiroyuki Ito/Getty
Bucky Pizzarelli, famed jazz guitarist and former member of theTonight Showorchestra,died on April 1, 2020, after testing positive for COVID-19. He was 94.
His son, John Pizzarelli — also a jazz artist who toured and performed alongside his father —confirmed the news on Instagram, highlighting Bucky’s career highlights. John called Bucky a “wonderful dad.”
“My father was a mentor to so many guitarists both professional and amateur,” wrote John. “Always doling out advice, always encouraging, always in tune and always ready for a record date.”
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Adam Schlesinger
Adam Schlesinger.Mireya Acierto/Getty Images
The Emmy and Grammy Award-winning songwriter and Fountains of Wayne co-founderdied on April 1, 2020, at 52 years oldafter testing positive for COVID-19.
The Fountains of Wayne musician’s lawyer, Josh Grier,confirmedhis death toRolling Stone.
Schlesinger won three Emmys during his career: one for writing lyrics forRachel Bloom’s hit musical seriesCrazy Ex-Girlfriendand two for his lyrical contributions to the 2011 and 2012 Tony Awards telecasts.
In a tributeposted on Twitter,Crazy Ex-Girlfriendco-creator Aline Brosh McKenna remembered the musician as “so funny, so kind, so opinionated, so clever, so passionate.”
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Julie Bennett
Julie Bennett.Mark Scroggs
Julie Bennett, the actress who famously voiced Cindy Bear inThe Yogi Bear Showcartoons,passed away from complicationsrelated to COVID-19 on March 31, 2020. She was 88 years old.
Bennett was at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles at the time of her passing, her talent agent and longtime friend, Mark Scroggs, confirmed to PEOPLE.
Donations can be made in her name toThe Actors' Fund.
46of 55Wallace RoneyWallace Roney.Ernesto Ruscio/FilmMagicJazz trumpeter Roney died of complications from the novel coronavirus, PEOPLEconfirmed. He was 59.The legendary musician — and protégé of the lateMiles Davis— died around noon on March 31, 2020, at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center in Paterson, N.J., said his publicist, Lydia Liebman. It is unknown if Roney had any underlying health conditions.In a statement, Roney’s collaborator, pianist Herbie Hancock, told PEOPLE that even though his “journey has ended in this lifetime … his impact lives on.““He carved out his own voice on the trumpet even with the initial strong influence from Miles Davis,” Hancock said.
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Wallace Roney
Wallace Roney.Ernesto Ruscio/FilmMagic
Jazz trumpeter Roney died of complications from the novel coronavirus, PEOPLEconfirmed. He was 59.
The legendary musician — and protégé of the lateMiles Davis— died around noon on March 31, 2020, at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center in Paterson, N.J., said his publicist, Lydia Liebman. It is unknown if Roney had any underlying health conditions.
In a statement, Roney’s collaborator, pianist Herbie Hancock, told PEOPLE that even though his “journey has ended in this lifetime … his impact lives on.”
“He carved out his own voice on the trumpet even with the initial strong influence from Miles Davis,” Hancock said.
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Andrew Jack
Andrew Jack.Keith Hamshere
TheStar Warsactor and dialect coach forThe Lord of The Ringsfilmsdied at age 76.
Jill McCullough, his representative, said in a statement to theEvening Standardthat Jack died on March 31, 2020, at a hospital outside of London as a result of complications he’d developed from COVID-19.
“Andrew lived on one of the oldest working houseboats on the Thames; he was fiercely independent but madly in love with his wife; also a dialect coach: Gabrielle Rogers,” said McCullough. “Tragically, she is stuck in quarantine in Australia, having just flown in from NZ last week. She was unable to see or talk to him at the end of his life, and there is a chance a funeral may not be held.”
Rogers shared the followingstatement on Twitter: “We lost a man today. Andrew Jack was diagnosed with Coronavirus 2 days ago. He was in no pain, and he slipped away peacefully knowing that his family were all ‘with’ him.”
Jack had a long and impressive résumé and was most recently hired to work onTheBatmanstarringRobert Pattinson.
He also worked as a dialect coach on many Marvel Studios films, includingGuardians of the Galaxy,Captain America: The First Avenger,Avengers: Infinity WarandAvengers: Endgame.
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Maria Mercader
Maria Mercader.
Mercader, a journalist and a producer for CBS News,died from coronavirus, according to an announcement fromCBSon March 30, 2020. She was 54.
CBS said that the journalist, who had been at the network for three decades, had been on medical leave for an unrelated matter since late February and passed away in a hospital in New York.
According to the network, the veteran journalist “fought cancer and related illnesses for more than 20 years and was an inspiration each time she returned to work after a setback threatened to end her life.”
“Even more than her talents as a journalist, we will miss her indomitable spirit,” Susan Zirinsky, CBS News president and senior executive producer, said in a statement. “Maria was part of all of our lives. Even when she was hospitalized — and she knew something was going on at CBS, she would call with counsel, encouragement, and would say ‘you can do this.’ I called Maria a ‘warrior,’ she was. Maria was a gift we cherished.”
49of 55Ken ShimuraKen Shimura.AP ImagesThe popular comedian, known as theRobin Williamsof Japan,died at age 70 on March 30, 2020, in a Tokyo hospitalfrom COVID-19 complications.He rose to fame on the ’70s variety showHachijidayo Zeninshugo!(It’s 8 O’clock, Assemble Everyone!) and was known for his slapstick comedy. Before the Tokyo Olympics were postponed, Shimura was slated to run in the Olympic torch relay to represent Higashimurayama, a neighborhood located in Tokyo’s suburbs.
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Ken Shimura
Ken Shimura.AP Images
The popular comedian, known as theRobin Williamsof Japan,died at age 70 on March 30, 2020, in a Tokyo hospitalfrom COVID-19 complications.
He rose to fame on the ’70s variety showHachijidayo Zeninshugo!(It’s 8 O’clock, Assemble Everyone!) and was known for his slapstick comedy. Before the Tokyo Olympics were postponed, Shimura was slated to run in the Olympic torch relay to represent Higashimurayama, a neighborhood located in Tokyo’s suburbs.
50of 55Orlando McDanielOrlando McDaniel.Denver Post via GettyFormer NFL player McDanieldied on March 27, 2020, from complications of coronavirus. He was 59.McDaniel, who got his start as a two-sport athlete at Louisiana State University, recently displayed symptoms of the coronavirus after returning home to Texas following a trip to Washington, according toThe Advocate.It is unclear where he may have contracted the virus.McDaniel played briefly for the Denver Broncos after being selected in the second round of the 1982 NFL Draft. The athlete would later become executive director and founder of the North Texas Cheetahs girls' track club, a position he held until his death.
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Orlando McDaniel
Orlando McDaniel.Denver Post via Getty
Former NFL player McDanieldied on March 27, 2020, from complications of coronavirus. He was 59.
McDaniel, who got his start as a two-sport athlete at Louisiana State University, recently displayed symptoms of the coronavirus after returning home to Texas following a trip to Washington, according toThe Advocate.It is unclear where he may have contracted the virus.
McDaniel played briefly for the Denver Broncos after being selected in the second round of the 1982 NFL Draft. The athlete would later become executive director and founder of the North Texas Cheetahs girls' track club, a position he held until his death.
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Alan Merrill
Alan Merrill.Neil H Kitson/Redferns
The singer-songwriter, who wrote the hit song “I Love Rock ‘N’ Roll,” died on March 29, 2020, following a battle with COVID-19. He was 69.
She added, “We probably won’t be able to mourn him properly with a funeral. I just lost the greatest love of my life and won’t be able to hug anyone because I’ve been exposed and need to self quarantine for two weeks….alone.”
Joan Jett, who sang Merrill’s 1982 hit, paid tribute to the songwriter onTwitter, writing, “I’ve just learned of the awful news that Alan Merrill has passed.”
52of 55Joe DiffieJoe Diffie.Suzi Pratt/FilmMagicDiffie, one of the most celebrated country artists of the ’90s, died on March 29, 2020, his publicistconfirmed to PEOPLE. He was 61.The Grammy-winning artist posted about his positive diagnosis two days before his death.“I am under the care of medical professionals and currently receiving treatment after testing positive for coronavirus,” Diffie wrote on social media. “We want to remind the public and all my fans to be vigilant, cautious and careful during this pandemic.“Carrie Underwood, Travis Tritt andJason Aldeanwere amongthe country stars to pay tribute to the late musician.
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Joe Diffie
Joe Diffie.Suzi Pratt/FilmMagic
Diffie, one of the most celebrated country artists of the ’90s, died on March 29, 2020, his publicistconfirmed to PEOPLE. He was 61.
The Grammy-winning artist posted about his positive diagnosis two days before his death.
“I am under the care of medical professionals and currently receiving treatment after testing positive for coronavirus,” Diffie wrote on social media. “We want to remind the public and all my fans to be vigilant, cautious and careful during this pandemic.”
Carrie Underwood, Travis Tritt andJason Aldeanwere amongthe country stars to pay tribute to the late musician.
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Terrence McNally
Terrence McNally.Al Pereira/Getty
The Tony-winning playwright died on March 24, 2020, at the age of 81, a spokesperson for McNallyconfirmed to PEOPLE.
McNally was a lung cancer survivor who lived with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), an inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs.
He was being treated at the Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Sarasota, Fla., at the time of his death.
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Mark Blum
Mark Blum.Roy Rochlin/Getty
Blum, a character actor known for playing several notable roles on stage and screen,died on March 26, 2020, due to complicationsassociated with COVID-19. He was 69.
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Floyd Cardoz
Floyd Cardoz.Charles Sykes/Bravo
Chef Floyd Cardoz died on March 25, 2020, at Mountainside Medical Center in New Jersey as a result of complications from coronavirus, a spokesperson for his Hunger Inc. Hospitality Groupconfirmed to PEOPLE. He was 59.
The famed chef was admitted to the hospital for symptoms a week before his passing when he tested positive for COVID-19.
At the time of his diagnosis, he posted an update on hisInstagram page, writing that he sought medical help as a “precautionary measure.”
“Sincere apologies everyone. I am sorry for causing undue panic around my earlier post. I was feeling feverish and hence as a precautionary measure, admitted myself into hospital in New York,” he wrote, adding he “was hugely anxious about my state of health” as he had just returned from a trip to Germany.
Born in Bombay, India, Cardoz moved to New York City to work in the restaurant business. In 1997, he partnered with famed restaurateur Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group to open the contemporary Indian restaurant Tabla. Cardoz also owned several other restaurants and competed in and won Bravo’sTop Chef Mastersseason 3 in 2011.
source: people.com
