Stars We’ve Loved And Lost

ALF, Anne Schedeen, 1986-90

Anne Schedeen, Actress Who Played Mom on ‘ALF,’ Dies at 77

She also appeared in ‘Emergency!,’ ‘Cheers,’ and ‘Judging Amy.’

THE TODAY SHOW, Gene Shalit, ca. 1990s. ©NBC / courtesy Everett Collection

Gene Shalit Dies: ‘Today’ Film Critic Was 100

He spent 40 years offering delightful takes on Hollywood movies.

Ronnie Schell, ca. 1960

Ronnie Schell Dies: ‘Gomer Pyle: USMC’ Star Was 94

The actor was also known for his work in ‘That Girl’ and several Disney classics.

BEVERLY HILLS, CA - MAY 03: Tom Kane (L) attends the 14th Annual Golden Trailer Awards at Saban Theatre on May 3, 2013 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Noel Vasquez/Getty Images)

Tom Kane, Voice of Yoda in ‘Star Wars,’ Dies at 64

Prolific voice actor lent talents to ‘Powerpuff Girls,’ ‘Clone Wars,’ ‘Wild Thornberrys’

Dr. Hook

Dennis Locorriere Dies: Dr. Hook Frontman Was 76

The lead singer of the country-rock group died after a lengthy health battle.

Ted Turner

Ted Turner Dies: CNN Founder Was 87

Turner, who also launched TCM, TNT, and Cartoon Network, was known to be battling Lewy body dementia.

UNSPECIFIED - CIRCA 1970: Photo of David Allan Coe

David Allan Coe, One of the Last True Outlaws, Dies at 86

He was a controversial figure in the country music world.

COLUMBO, Peter Falk, 'Fade In To Murder', (Season 6, ep 601, aired October 10, 1976), 1971-2003.

‘Columbo’ Star Peter Falk’s Daughter Dies: Jacqueline Falk Was 60

The late actor’s adopted child was 60 years old.

Nedra Talley Ross

Nedra Talley Ross Dies: Last Surviving Member of The Ronettes Was 80

The “Be My Baby” singer was part of the trio that included her cousins, Veronica ‘Ronnie’ Spector and Estelle Bennett.

MELROSE PLACE, Patrick Muldoon, 1992-99, /

Patrick Muldoon Dies: ‘Days of Our Lives’ & ‘Melrose Place’ Star Was 57

The actor was known for his roles on ‘Days of Our Lives’ and ‘Melrose Place.’

LAND OF THE LOST, from left: producers Sid Krofft, Marty Krofft, on set, 2009. Ph: Ralph Nelson/©Universal/courtesy Everett Collection

Sid Krofft Dies: Cocreator of ‘Land of the Lost’ & ‘H.R. Pufnstuf’ Was 96

His brother Marty passed back in 2023.

NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 28: Hip hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa speaks during a press conference to announce the launch of The Smithsonian's

Hip-Hop Pioneer Afrika Bambaataa Dead at 67

The musician was best known for his highly-influential 1982 track ‘Planet Rock.’

CHICAGO - FEBRUARY 26: James Tolkan (Principal Strickland) attends the 25th anniversary screening of

James Tolkan Dies: ‘Back to the Future’ and ‘Top Gun’ Actor was 94

The actor was also in the original production of ‘Glengarry Glen Ross.’

AS THE WORLD TURNS, Valerie Perrine, 1990s, 1956-2010. ph: Arthur L. Cohen /© CBS /Courtesy Everett Collection

Valerie Perrine Dies: ‘Superman’ Actress Was 82

A GoFundMe has been set up for funeral costs.

DELTA FORCE 2, Chuck Norris, 1990,

Chuck Norris Dies: ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ & Martial Arts Star Was 86

The news comes after it was reported that the actor and martial artist was hospitalized.

MIAMI - AUGUST 8: Kiki Shepard presents an award during the Billboard R&B/Hip Hop Conference Award ceremony at the Jackie Gleason Theater on August 8, 2003 in Miami Beach, Florida.

Kiki Shepard Dies: ‘Showtime at the Apollo’ Co-host Was 74

She also appeared in TV shows like ‘Baywatch’ and ‘NYPD Blue.’

THE SEARCH FOR ALEXANDER THE GREAT, Jane Lapotaire, 1981,

Jane Lapotaire Dies: See Tributes for ‘The Crown’ & ‘Downton Abbey’ Star

She played Princess Alice in ‘The Crown’ and Princess Irina Kuragin in ‘Downton Abbey.’

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 09: Tommy DeCarlo of Boston performs on stage at Alice Cooper's 21st Annual Christmas Pudding at Celebrity Theatre on December 09, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Daniel Knighton/Getty Images)

Boston Lead Singer Tommy DeCarlo Dead at 60

From fan to frontman, the musician’s life was a dream come true as he became the singer of his favorite band.

MONTEREY POP, Country Joe McDonald, 1968

‘Country’ Joe McDonald Opened Up About His Iconic Woodstock Performance Before His Death

He passed away on March 7, 2026.

Jennifer Runyun, Ghostbusters

Jennifer Runyon Dies: ‘Ghostbusters’ Actress Was 65 — See Tributes

Her friend, ‘Bewitched’ alum Erin Murphy, honored the ‘A Very Brady Christmas’ star on social media.

EXIT IN RED, Annabel Schofield, 1996. ph:

Annabel Schofield Dies: ‘Dallas’ Actress & Model Was 62

Her death came after a serious health battle.

Maria O'Brien

Maria O’Brien Dies: ‘Protocol’ & ‘Matlock’ Actress Was 75

She also served as an acting coach on ‘Days of Our Lives’ for 15 years.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 09: Singer Neil Sedaka performs with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra on stage at the Sydney Opera House on May 9, 2008 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images)

Neil Sedaka, Legendary Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 86: Carole King, Micky Dolenz, & More React

The crooner was best known for the songs ‘Breaking Up is Hard to Do’ and ‘Calendar Girl.’

Tom Noonan

Tom Noonan Dies: ‘RoboCop’ Star Was 74

In addition to ‘RoboCop 2,’ the actor was known for his roles in ‘Synecdoche, New York’ and ‘Last Action Hero.’

Lory Patrick, Surf Party

Lory Patrick Dies: ‘Surf Party’ Actress Was 92

The actress played Sylvia Dempster in the 1964 musical film.

HAROLD AND MAUDE, Ruth Gordon, Bud Cort, 1971

Bud Cort Dies: ‘Harold and Maude’ Actor Was 77

The actor, who also appeared in ‘M*A*S*H’ and ‘The Life Aquatic,’ passed following a lengthy illness.

Chuck Negron of Three Dog Night

Chuck Negron Dies: Three Dog Night Lead Singer Was 83

The rock star died on February 2 after a health battle.

Desmond Wilson

Demond Wilson Dies: ‘Sanford and Son’ Star Was 79

Wilson was the ‘son’ of ‘Sanford and Son,’ a hit 1970s sitcom, among many other TV roles.

BEETLEJUICE, Catherine O'Hara, 1988.

Catherine O’Hara Dies: ‘Schitt’s Creek’ & ‘Home Alone’ Favorite Was 71

Her death comes on the heels of ‘The Studio’s recent success.

Sly and Robbie

Sly Dunbar Dies: Legendary Sly and Robbie Drummer Was 73

Tributes poured in for the beloved reggae musician.