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Open Image ModalMark E Smith
Frontman with The Fall (b. 1957)
The former dockworker formed The Fall in the mid-1970s and the band went on to be one of Britain’s best-loved cult bands, famous for an anarchic post-punk style and Smith’s habit of sacking bandmates. He was 60 when he passed away at home. (credit:Visionhaus via Getty Images)
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Open Image ModalMark Salling
Actor (b. 1982)
At the time of his death, the 'Glee' star was awaiting sentencing having pleaded guilty to the possession of child pornography in December 2017. His cause of death was later confirmed as suicide by the Los Angeles County Coroner.
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Open Image ModalMorgana King
Musician and actress (b. 1930) (credit:ABC Photo Archives via Getty Images)
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Open Image ModalKatie Boyle
Actress and Eurovision Song Contest presenter (b. 1926)
“The Italian-born actress, TV personality, agony aunt, game show panellist and dog lover, died peacefully at home,” her publicist said. (credit:PA Archive/PA Images)
MARCH(17 of45)
Open Image ModalSir Stephen Hawking
Physicist, Cosmologist, Author (b. 1942)
The renowned British physicist, one of the world’s finest scientific minds, died at the age of 76,at his home in Cambridge. His work ranged from the origins of the universe itself, through the tantalising prospect of time travel to the mysteries of space’s all-consuming black holes. (credit:PA Archive/PA Images)
APRIL(18 of45)
Open Image ModalTimmy Matley
Singer with The Ovetones (b. 1982)
Timmy, who usually took lead vocals in The Overtones, joined the band in 2010.
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APRIL(19 of45)
Open Image ModalAlex Beckett
Actor (b. 1982)
The actor, best known for his role as Barney Lumsden in the BBC sitcom 'W1A' died at the age of 36. (credit:Dave M. Benett via Getty Images)
APRIL(20 of45)
Open Image ModalDale Winton
TV Star (b. 1955)
The legendary presenter, best known for 'Supermarket Sweep' and 'In It To Win It', died at home. (credit:Ferdaus Shamim via Getty Images)
APRIL(21 of45)
Open Image ModalAvicii
DJ (b. 1989)
Avicii's death, at the age of 28, stunned the music world and stars including Nile Rodgers paid tribute. (credit:Christopher Polk via Getty Images)
APRIL(22 of45)
Open Image ModalMatt Campbell
'Masterchef: The Professionals' Chef (b. 1989)
Matt died after collapsing at the 22.5 mile mark of the London Marathon. He was running in memory of his father. (credit:BBC)
APRIL(23 of45)
Open Image ModalVerne Troyer
Actor (b. 1969)
Best known for playing Mini Me in the ‘Austin Powers’ movies, Verne died at the age of 49. (credit:JB Lacroix via Getty Images)
JUNE(24 of45)
Open Image ModalJackson Odell
Actor (b. 1997)
Jackson found fame as a teen and went on to star in shows including 'iCarly', 'Modern Family' and, most notably, 'The Goldbergs'. (credit:Alberto E. Rodriguez via Getty Images)
JUNE(25 of45)
Open Image ModalJoe Jackson
Musician (b. 1928)
The patriarch of the Jackson family who managed the Jackson 5 and his son Michael Jackson, died aged 89 of pancreatic cancer. (credit:EMPICS Entertainment)
JUNE(26 of45)
Open Image ModalNeal E Boyd
Actor (b. 1975)
Neal was best known as the opera singer who won the third series of 'America's Got Talent'. He later released the album, 'My American Dream', and toured with fellow 'Got Talent' winner, Paul Potts. (credit:STAN HONDA via Getty Images)
JUNE(27 of45)
Open Image ModalLeslie Grantham
Actor (b. 1947)
Ex-'EastEnders' star Leslie died after a short period of illness. (credit:REX/Shutterstock)
JUNE(28 of45)
Open Image ModalXXXTentacion
Rapper (b. 1998)
The rapper was shot dead in Florida. (credit:Larry Marano/REX/Shutterstock)
JULY(29 of45)
Open Image ModalSophie Gradon
'Love Island' contestant (b. 1985)
The reality star was found dead at her parents' home. (credit:PA Wire/PA Images)
AUGUST(30 of45)
Open Image ModalBarry (Chuckle) Elliott
Comedian (b. 1944)
Known as one half of the comedy duo the 'Chuckle Brothers', Barry died aged 73. He had bone cancer that had spread to his lungs prior to his death. Known for his slapstick comedy and catchphrase "to me, to you" with his brother Paul, Barry delighted a generation of British children. (credit:PA Wire/PA Images)
AUGUST(31 of45)
Open Image ModalAretha Franklin
Singer (b. 1942)
The Queen of Soul died aged 76 after a fight with advanced pancreatic cancer. An icon that defined soul and R&B music, she won 18 Grammys and was the first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. (credit:EMPICS Entertainment)
AUGUST(32 of45)
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Actor (b. 1975)
Stefan was known for playing the antagonist, Robbie Rotten on the BBC children's show 'Lazy Town'. He originally appeared on the show from 2004 to 2007, before returning in 2013 until the show finished the following year. He died of bile duct cancer, which he had been suffering from for two years. (credit:BBC)
SEPTEMBER(33 of45)
Open Image ModalRachael Bland
Radio Presenter (b. 1978)
Rachael Bland was a Welsh journalist, and served as a presenter on BBC Radio 5 Live. She died after a two year battle with breast cancer, during which she had documented her experiences through a podcast called 'You, Me And The Big C'. (credit:Rachael Bland)
SEPTEMBER(34 of45)
Open Image ModalBurt Reynolds
Actor (b. 1936)
Burt Reynolds was an Oscar-nominated actor, who starred in titles like 'Boogie Nights' and 'Deliverance'. He died after going into cardiac arrest. (credit:Mitch Gerber/STAR MAX/IPx)
SEPTEMBER(35 of45)
Open Image ModalPeter Benson
Actor (b. 1943)
Peter Benson was an actor best known for his role as Bernie Scripps on the ITV series, 'Heartbeat'. He died following a relatively short illness. (credit:ITV)
SEPTEMBER(36 of45)
Open Image ModalMac Miller
Rapper (b. 1992)
Malcolm James McCormick, also known by his stage name, Mac Miller, was a rapper, singer and producer. He died of a suspected drug overdose in his home, aged 26, after reportedly having struggled with substance abuse. (credit:Press Association)
SEPTEMBER(37 of45)
Open Image ModalFenella Fielding
Actor (b. 1952)
Fenella Fielding was an actress who became known as "England's first lady of the double entendre". She appeared in two 'Carry On' films. Fenella suffered a stroke two weeks before her death. (credit:Getty Editorial)
SEPTEMBER(38 of45)
Open Image ModalDenis Norden
Actor (b. 1922)
Denis Norden was a comedy writer and television presenter, known best for presenting 'It'll Be Alright On The Night' on ITV. He died in hospital, two months after the death of his wife, Avril. (credit:Chris Jackson via Getty Images)
SEPTEMBER(39 of45)
Open Image ModalMarty Balin
Musician (b. 1942)
Marty Balin was an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and founder of psychedelic rock band Jefferson Airplane. He was a member of the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame. He died aged 76, but his family and publicist did not say what the cause of his death was upon its announcement. (credit:Jeff Vespa via Getty Images)
OCTOBER(40 of45)
Open Image ModalGeoffrey Hayes
Presenter and actor (b. 1942)
Geoffrey was best known for presenting 'Rainbow' from 1974 to 1992. He died in hospital surrounded by his family. (credit:PA Archive/PA Images)
OCTOBER(41 of45)
Open Image ModalCeleste Yarnall
Actor (b. 1944)
Celeste played Yeoman Martha Landon on Star Trek in 1967. She died aged 74 after a battle with ovarian cancer. (credit:CBS Photo Archive via Getty Images)
OCTOBER(42 of45)
Open Image ModalScott Wilson
Actor (b. 1942)
Scott Wilson had more than 50 film credits, including In The Heat Of The Night, The Great Gatsby, In Cold Blood and Pearl Harbour. He received a Golden Globe in 1980. He died at 76 following a battle with leukemia. (credit:diebestenserienyahoo)
OCTOBER(43 of45)
Open Image ModalDiana Sowle
Actor (b. 1930)
Diana was best known for playing Mrs Bucket, the protagonist's mother, in Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory. She ran a free tutoring programme for underprivileged kids in the 23 years before her death. (credit:Steve Granitz via Getty Images)
DECEMBER(44 of45)
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Open Image ModalDame June Whitfield
Actor (b. 1925)
The 'Ab Fab' actress died peacefully at home, at the age of 93. (credit:PA Wire/PA Images)