A wave of notable deaths in the entertainment world has marked the past year, with beloved actors and figures from film, television, and music passing away. The list includes actors known for their work in major productions, as well as other prominent figures in the industry. Fans and colleagues have shared tributes, reflecting on the lasting impact of these personalities. The losses highlight the breadth of talent lost across different generations of Hollywood.
Dolly Parton, Hayden Panettiere, Sam Neill, Catherine O'Hara, James Van Der Beek, Darrell Sheets, T.K. Carter, Roger Ewing and more celebrities died in 2026.
