Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Ann Blyth, Oscar-nominated 'Mildred Pierce' actress, dies at 98
Ann Blyth, the versatile Hollywood actress who earned an Academy Award nomination at 17 for playing Joan Crawford's rebellious daughter in the classic film noir "Mildred Pierce," has died at 98.
Ann Blyth, the versatile Hollywood actress who earned an Academy Award nomination at 17 for playing Joan Crawford's rebellious daughter in the classic film noir "Mildred Pierce," has died at 98.
Bay Area music spotlight: Adrian West Band
His songs tackle everything from self-acceptance to protecting the planet, but always with uplifting melodies. Adrian West says even when the lyrics get serious, the music leaves audiences smiling. Upcoming show is July, 31, at Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek
His songs tackle everything from self-acceptance to protecting the planet, but always with uplifting melodies. Adrian West says even when the lyrics get serious, the music leaves audiences smiling. Upcoming show is July, 31, at Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek
Lionel Richie falls ill mid-show, cuts St. Paul concert short on tour's opening night
Lionel Richie cut his performance short Thursday night after falling ill on stage during the opening stop of his latest tour with Earth, Wind and Fire at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul.
Lionel Richie cut his performance short Thursday night after falling ill on stage during the opening stop of his latest tour with Earth, Wind and Fire at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul.
Oakland's 2 Turnt Polo: teen rapper, dancer, and author
At just 14 years old, Malik Jefferson known on stage as 2 Turnt Polo, is already stacking up credits most artists spend years chasing. Fresh out of junior high and heading into ninth grade, he’s balancing school with a fast-rising career in music, dance, acting, and writing.
At just 14 years old, Malik Jefferson known on stage as 2 Turnt Polo, is already stacking up credits most artists spend years chasing. Fresh out of junior high and heading into ninth grade, he’s balancing school with a fast-rising career in music, dance, acting, and writing.
Oakland's 2 Turnt Polo: teen rapper, dancer, and author
At just 14 years old, Malik Jefferson known on stage as 2 Turnt Polo, is already stacking up credits most artists spend years chasing. Fresh out of junior high and heading into ninth grade, he’s balancing school with a fast-rising career in music, dance, acting, and writing.
At just 14 years old, Malik Jefferson known on stage as 2 Turnt Polo, is already stacking up credits most artists spend years chasing. Fresh out of junior high and heading into ninth grade, he’s balancing school with a fast-rising career in music, dance, acting, and writing.
Atlanta's Big Tigger denies abuse allegations, wife granted TPO
Longtime radio personality and former television host Big Tigger was arrested over the weekend on child cruelty and battery charges in Fulton County after allegedly pushing his wife into an office door during an argument, causing a deep facial cut, according to court documents.
Longtime radio personality and former television host Big Tigger was arrested over the weekend on child cruelty and battery charges in Fulton County after allegedly pushing his wife into an office door during an argument, causing a deep facial cut, according to court documents.
GTA VI preorder window now open for November release
Rockstar Games have opened the window to preorder your copy of the highly-anticipated (and long-awaited) Grand Theft Auto VI.
Rockstar Games have opened the window to preorder your copy of the highly-anticipated (and long-awaited) Grand Theft Auto VI.
Taylor Frankie Paul’s ‘Bachelorette’ season may air next month: Report
After months of uncertainty and controversy, Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of "The Bachelorette" could be making a surprise comeback, according to a report.
After months of uncertainty and controversy, Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of "The Bachelorette" could be making a surprise comeback, according to a report.
Discos Resaca Collective: music, culture, and community
World Cup match days are about more than soccer, they’re about pride, culture, and community. That’s exactly what Discos Resaca Collective brings to every performance. The Oakland-based musicians will be performing June 24th in City Dance in Downtown San Jose 7-9pm and on August 15 &16 at Cotati Accordion Festival.
World Cup match days are about more than soccer, they’re about pride, culture, and community. That’s exactly what Discos Resaca Collective brings to every performance. The Oakland-based musicians will be performing June 24th in City Dance in Downtown San Jose 7-9pm and on August 15 &16 at Cotati Accordion Festival.
Tucker Carlson says he’s no longer supporting the Republican Party: ‘I’m out’
Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson says he won't support the Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections. Here's what to know.
Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson says he won't support the Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections. Here's what to know.
'Toy Story 5' screening held at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
The special event also included a visit from Pixar production designer Bob Pauley, who spent time drawing with patients and encouraging their creativity.
The special event also included a visit from Pixar production designer Bob Pauley, who spent time drawing with patients and encouraging their creativity.
Carlos Mencia pleads not guilty to 12 felony charges of failure to pay taxes
Comedian Carlos Mencia has pleaded not guilty to 12 felony charges alleging he failed to report or pay taxes on over $8 million in earnings. Here's what to know.
Comedian Carlos Mencia has pleaded not guilty to 12 felony charges alleging he failed to report or pay taxes on over $8 million in earnings. Here's what to know.
Olivia Rodrigo launches Daisy Chain Fields all-women music festival
Daisy Chain Fields, an all-women music festival, will feature performances by Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Doechii, Stevie Nicks and more.
Daisy Chain Fields, an all-women music festival, will feature performances by Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Doechii, Stevie Nicks and more.
Clive Davis, legendary music producer and executive, dies at 94
Clive Davis, the legendary music mogul who helped launch the careers of icons like Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, and Bruce Springsteen, has died at the age of 94.
Clive Davis, the legendary music mogul who helped launch the careers of icons like Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, and Bruce Springsteen, has died at the age of 94.
Tay Keith, hip hop producer, dies at 29
Grammy-nominated hip hop producer Tay Keith, the producer behind chart-topping tracks like Travis Scott’s “Sicko Mode," has died.
Grammy-nominated hip hop producer Tay Keith, the producer behind chart-topping tracks like Travis Scott’s “Sicko Mode," has died.
James Burrows, ‘Cheers’ co-creator, director of ‘Will and Grace,’ dies at 85
James Burrows, the co-creator of the wildly popular TV sitcom, "Cheers," and director of many beloved shows such as "Will and Grace," has died.
James Burrows, the co-creator of the wildly popular TV sitcom, "Cheers," and director of many beloved shows such as "Will and Grace," has died.
‘The Grinch’ sequel in the works with Jim Carrey returning: Reports
Reports say a sequel to the beloved 2000 holiday hit "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" is in development, with Jim Carrey potentially returning as the iconic Grinch and Ron Howard set to direct.
Reports say a sequel to the beloved 2000 holiday hit "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" is in development, with Jim Carrey potentially returning as the iconic Grinch and Ron Howard set to direct.
Tom Dreesen, veteran stand-up comic, Dies at 86
Tom Dreesen, a veteran stand-up comic, performed as an opening act for Frank Sinatra and appeared in various film and television shows, including “Columbo," “Murder, She Wrote," and “Spaceballs."
Tom Dreesen, a veteran stand-up comic, performed as an opening act for Frank Sinatra and appeared in various film and television shows, including “Columbo," “Murder, She Wrote," and “Spaceballs."
'Elf' actor Faizon Love arrested in Hillsborough County: Records
Actor Faizon Love is locked up in Florida after local authorities arrested him this week on an outstanding warrant, according to jail records.
Actor Faizon Love is locked up in Florida after local authorities arrested him this week on an outstanding warrant, according to jail records.