Bitter loss. Which celebrities died in 2024

In 2024, society was shocked by the death of many celebrities. And it is impossible to forget. Some of them died at a young age, without knowing the full charm of life. We at joy-pup tell you which celebrities we lost in 2024.

Shannen Doherty

Actress Shannen Doherty became famous for her roles in the TV series Charmed and Beverly Hills, 90210. She died on July 13 at the age of 53 due to oncology. The actress fought this disease for nine years. So, in 2015, she was diagnosed with breast cancer, in 2017, she announced remission. But in 2020, the disease returned, Shannen had metastases to the brain and bones.

Alain Delon

The legendary French actor died on August 18, at the age of 88. He had serious health problems. So, in 2019, Alain Delon suffered a stroke, which provoked Alzheimer’s disease in him. The actor also had cancer. Before his death, he was considered incompetent, and a guardian was appointed for him.

Maggie Smith

The popular British actress played in the Harry Potter films. She is famous for her role as Minerva McGonagall. But in 2024, Maggie Smith’s fans learned of her death. She died on September 27 at the age of 89, surrounded by family and friends.

Liam Payne

The British singer became famous thanks to his participation in the group One Direction. He tragically died on October 16 at the age of 31. The artist fell from the third floor of one of the hotels in Argentina, doctors were unable to save him, as he died from injuries before the ambulance arrived. It later became known that at the time of the fall, Liam Payne was in a state of severe drug intoxication.

Quincy Jones

The famous composer, arranger and producer became famous for collaborating with Sinatra and Michael Jackson. He was nominated for a Grammy 80 times. Quincy Jones died on November 3 at the age of 91 in his home, surrounded by his family.

Obi Ndefo

This American actor is known for his role as Bodie Wells in the TV series “Dawson’s Creek”. He died on August 31 at the age of 51. This happened five years after Obi Ndefo lost both his legs in a car accident in Los Angeles.

John Aprea

The actor became famous for his roles in the films “The Godfather”, “Underworld”, “Falcon Crest”. He died on August 5 at the age of 83. The cause and details of the actor’s death have not yet been made public.

Bob Newhart

This comedian played the role of Arthur Jeffries in the series “The Big Bang Theory”. He died on July 18 after a series of short illnesses, in Los Angeles. The actor also starred in the classic Christmas film “Elf” (2003) and in the series “Young Sheldon”.

Benji Gregory

The actor became famous for his role as Brian Tanner in the series “ALF”. He was found dead on June 13 in his car in an Arizona parking lot. His service dog Hans was found dead with him. The cause of death is unknown.