By ETonline Staff
10:00 AM PST, December 31, 2015
ET takes a look at the stars we lost in 2014.
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The world bid farewell to many brilliant actors, artists and musicians in 2014. Click through to see our tributes to those we've lost this year.
Russell Johnson
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Russell Johnson -- the actor who gained fame playing The Professor on the popular 60's comedy series Gilligan's Island -- died at age 89 on January 16, 2014.
The star's agent, Mike Eisenstadt, says Johnson died at his home in Washington State of natural causes.
The star's agent, Mike Eisenstadt, says Johnson died at his home in Washington State of natural causes.
Philip Seymour Hoffman
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Oscar-winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead in his New York City apartment on February 2, 2014. He was 46.
Hoffman is perhaps best known for his role as Truman Capote in the 2005 film Capote. The part earned him an Academy Award. He also starred in P.T. Anderson's 2012 highly acclaimed film The Master.
Hoffman is perhaps best known for his role as Truman Capote in the 2005 film Capote. The part earned him an Academy Award. He also starred in P.T. Anderson's 2012 highly acclaimed film The Master.
Shirley Temple
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Legendary child actress Shirley Temple Black passed away on Feb. 10, 2014. She was 85.
The actress, perhaps best known for her 1930s films Little Princess, Bright Eyes and Heidi, died in her Woodside, Calif. home.
The actress, perhaps best known for her 1930s films Little Princess, Bright Eyes and Heidi, died in her Woodside, Calif. home.
Harold Ramis
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Harold Ramis -- star of the comedy classic Ghostbusters and also known for writing and directing Caddyshack and Groundhog Day -- died at the age of 69 on Feb. 24, 2014.
Ramis passed away in Chicago surrounded by family members, his wife Erica Mann Ramis told the Chicago Tribune. She said he died from complications of autoimmune inflammatory vasculitis, a rare disease that involves swelling of the blood vessels.
Ramis is survived by his wife Erica, their two sons, Julian and Daniel, as well as a daughter from his first marriage to Anne Plotkin, Violtet Ramis.
Ramis passed away in Chicago surrounded by family members, his wife Erica Mann Ramis told the Chicago Tribune. She said he died from complications of autoimmune inflammatory vasculitis, a rare disease that involves swelling of the blood vessels.
Ramis is survived by his wife Erica, their two sons, Julian and Daniel, as well as a daughter from his first marriage to Anne Plotkin, Violtet Ramis.
James Rebhorn
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Veteran actor James Rebhorn -- best known for his memorable roles in such high-profile hits as Homeland, 30 Rock and Scent of a Woman -- passed away in his home after a battle with melanoma on March 21, 2014. He was 65.
John Pinette
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Standup comedian John Pinette -- who was best known for his impressions and self-deprecating humor as well as a guest-starring role in the highly-rated series finale of Seinfeld -- died at age 50 on April 5, 2014.
In the series finale of Seinfeld in 1998, Pinette portrayed the victim of a carjacking that was videotaped by characters Jerry (Jerry Seinfeld), Elaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), George (Jason Alexander) and Kramer (Michael Richards). The series stars mocked the carjacker in the episode and end up being charged with violating the "Good Samaritan Law."
In the series finale of Seinfeld in 1998, Pinette portrayed the victim of a carjacking that was videotaped by characters Jerry (Jerry Seinfeld), Elaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), George (Jason Alexander) and Kramer (Michael Richards). The series stars mocked the carjacker in the episode and end up being charged with violating the "Good Samaritan Law."
Mickey Rooney
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Iconic actor Mickey Rooney, one of the biggest stars in Hollywood during the 1930s and 40s, passed away at the age of 93 on April 6, 2014.
During his career, Rooney appeared in over 200 films, beginning when he was just an infant, and had a career that lasted over 90 years, one of the longest in Hollywood history.
During his long life, Rooney faced many challenges, including eight divorces and a bankruptcy after going through his massive earnings at the age of 42. However, his career set the standard for small-town American values and he became one of the most iconic performers in film.
Rooney is survived by his wife Jan and his nine children.
During his career, Rooney appeared in over 200 films, beginning when he was just an infant, and had a career that lasted over 90 years, one of the longest in Hollywood history.
During his long life, Rooney faced many challenges, including eight divorces and a bankruptcy after going through his massive earnings at the age of 42. However, his career set the standard for small-town American values and he became one of the most iconic performers in film.
Rooney is survived by his wife Jan and his nine children.
Bob Hoskins
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Bob Hoskins -- the British actor perhaps best known for his starring role in the 1988 comedy Who Framed Roger Rabbit -- died at age 71 on April 29, 2014.
Hoskins -- who announced in 2012 that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and was retiring from acting -- appeared in some of the most acclaimed British films of the past few decades, as well as U.S. movies including Hook and Maid in Manhattan.
Hoskins -- who announced in 2012 that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and was retiring from acting -- appeared in some of the most acclaimed British films of the past few decades, as well as U.S. movies including Hook and Maid in Manhattan.
Maya Angelou
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Renowned poet and author Dr. Maya Angelou passed away at age 86 on May 28, 2014.
Angelou was born on April 4, 1928 in St. Louis and in the 1960s served as the northern coordinator for the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. She also worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcom X. Among her achievements, she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011 and the Lincoln Medal in 2008.
Angelou was born on April 4, 1928 in St. Louis and in the 1960s served as the northern coordinator for the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. She also worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcom X. Among her achievements, she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011 and the Lincoln Medal in 2008.
Casey Kasem
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Iconic radio personality Casey Kasem passed away at St. Anthony's Hospital in Gig Harbor, WA on June 15, 2014, surrounded by his children, close family and friends. He was 82 years old.
Kasem, best known for being the host of The American Top 40, was also the voice of Shaggy on the CBS cartoon Scooby-Doo Where Are You! He was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 1992, and was presented Billboard's Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997.
The American Top 40 ran from July 4, 1970 and lasted until 2009. His signature send-off, "Keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars," remains one of his most enduring legacies.
Kasem, best known for being the host of The American Top 40, was also the voice of Shaggy on the CBS cartoon Scooby-Doo Where Are You! He was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 1992, and was presented Billboard's Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997.
The American Top 40 ran from July 4, 1970 and lasted until 2009. His signature send-off, "Keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars," remains one of his most enduring legacies.
Meshach Taylor
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Emmy-nominated actor Meshach Taylor, best known for playing Anthony Bouvier on the hit CBS sitcom Designing Women, died June 28, 2014, died after a long battle with cancer. He was 67.
According to a statement released by Taylor's son to the Los Angeles Times, the actor – who had been in hospice care – passed away surrounded by his loved ones in his Altadena, California home.
Taylor is survived by his wife Bianca Ferguson and his four children, Tamar, Yasmine, Esme and Tariq.
According to a statement released by Taylor's son to the Los Angeles Times, the actor – who had been in hospice care – passed away surrounded by his loved ones in his Altadena, California home.
Taylor is survived by his wife Bianca Ferguson and his four children, Tamar, Yasmine, Esme and Tariq.
James Garner
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Renowned actor James Garner, known for his roles in The Rockford Files, Maverick and The Notebook, died at the age of 86 on July 19, 2014.
Garner underwent triple bypass surgery in 1988 and in 2008 he suffered a minor stroke. He leaves behind over 50 years of an acting legacy and is survived by his wife Lois and daughters Gigi and Kim.
Garner underwent triple bypass surgery in 1988 and in 2008 he suffered a minor stroke. He leaves behind over 50 years of an acting legacy and is survived by his wife Lois and daughters Gigi and Kim.
Robin Williams
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Celebrated comedian Robin Williams died at the age of 63 on August 11, 2014.
Williams was among the most acclaimed and celebrated comedians in Hollywood history. He was praised for his effortless ability to excel in comedic and dramatic performances that earned him heaps of praise over his long career.
Williams was nominated for four Oscars. First, in 1988 for his amazing blend of comedy and drama in the war film Good Morning, Vietnam, then again in 1990 for his iconic work in Dead Poets Society. Two years later, Williams snagged a nomination for his astounding turn as a schizophrenic homeless man in The Fisher King.
Finally, in 1998, the star took home gold for the first time for his powerhouse performance in Good Will Hunting.
Williams was among the most acclaimed and celebrated comedians in Hollywood history. He was praised for his effortless ability to excel in comedic and dramatic performances that earned him heaps of praise over his long career.
Williams was nominated for four Oscars. First, in 1988 for his amazing blend of comedy and drama in the war film Good Morning, Vietnam, then again in 1990 for his iconic work in Dead Poets Society. Two years later, Williams snagged a nomination for his astounding turn as a schizophrenic homeless man in The Fisher King.
Finally, in 1998, the star took home gold for the first time for his powerhouse performance in Good Will Hunting.
Lauren Bacall
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Hollywood legend Lauren Bacall, best known for her string of celebrated noir performances opposite husband Humphrey Bogart in the 1940 and '50s – passed away at the age of 89 on August 12, 2014.
In 1996, Bacall appeared in The Mirror Has Two Faces, for which she was nominated for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Bacall would later be presented with an honorary Academy Award in 2010.
According to reports, Bacall passed away from a stroke. Bacall is survived by her three children, Stephen and Leslie Bogart and Sam Robards.
In 1996, Bacall appeared in The Mirror Has Two Faces, for which she was nominated for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Bacall would later be presented with an honorary Academy Award in 2010.
According to reports, Bacall passed away from a stroke. Bacall is survived by her three children, Stephen and Leslie Bogart and Sam Robards.
Joan Rivers
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Legendary comedian Joan Rivers, known for her acerbic wit, boundless energy and tenacious work ethic, passed away at the age of 81 on September 4, 2014. Rivers was a trailblazing performer and writer who redefined Hollywood and society's expectations for women.
Joan's success across media rested on her unmatched candor, brash persona and of course, her humor. Joan's own words summed up her appeal best. She said of her allure, "I succeeded by saying what everyone else is thinking."
Rivers is survived by daughter Melissa and grandson Cooper.
Joan's success across media rested on her unmatched candor, brash persona and of course, her humor. Joan's own words summed up her appeal best. She said of her allure, "I succeeded by saying what everyone else is thinking."
Rivers is survived by daughter Melissa and grandson Cooper.
Simone Battle
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Girl Group G.R.L.'s Simone Battle passed away at the age of 25 on September 5.
In a statement from Reign Deer Entertainment, Robin Antin, Kemosabe Records and RCA Records, "We are deeply saddened by the tragic news of the loss of Simone Battle of G.R.L. Simone was an exceptional young talent and human being, and we are all devastated to learn of her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones at this time."
In a statement from Reign Deer Entertainment, Robin Antin, Kemosabe Records and RCA Records, "We are deeply saddened by the tragic news of the loss of Simone Battle of G.R.L. Simone was an exceptional young talent and human being, and we are all devastated to learn of her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones at this time."
Sean O'Haire
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Former professional wrestler Sean Haire, who went by the stage name of Sean O'Haire, died at the age of 43 on September 8, 2014.
According to local Spartanburg, S.C. police, the death was ruled a suicide.
The WWE released a statement: "WWE extends its condolences to Sean Christopher Haire's family, friends and fans on his passing."
According to local Spartanburg, S.C. police, the death was ruled a suicide.
The WWE released a statement: "WWE extends its condolences to Sean Christopher Haire's family, friends and fans on his passing."
Richard Kiel
James Bond villain Richard Kiel passed away just three days shy of his 75th birthday. Kiel died in a California hospital in Fresno, Calif. on Sept. 10, 2014.
The 74-year-old actor was the villain Jaws in two of the Sir Roger Moore's Bond movies, The Spy Who Loved Me (1977) and Moonraker (1979), but to a younger audience, he's recognized for his cameo in Adam Sandler's 1996 comedy Happy Gilmore.
The 74-year-old actor was the villain Jaws in two of the Sir Roger Moore's Bond movies, The Spy Who Loved Me (1977) and Moonraker (1979), but to a younger audience, he's recognized for his cameo in Adam Sandler's 1996 comedy Happy Gilmore.
Polly Bergen
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Emmy-winning actress and singer Polly Pergen passed away at the age of 84 on September 20.
Bergen starred in dozens of films including Cape Fear, Kisses for My President and Cry Baby. She was also a talented singer and made her Broadway debut in 1953's John Murray Anderson's Almanac. Bergen later recorded "Little Girl Blue" in 1955.
Most recently, she starred in The Sopranos, Commander in Chief and Desperate Housewives. Her role as Stella Wingfield received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series.
Bergen starred in dozens of films including Cape Fear, Kisses for My President and Cry Baby. She was also a talented singer and made her Broadway debut in 1953's John Murray Anderson's Almanac. Bergen later recorded "Little Girl Blue" in 1955.
Most recently, she starred in The Sopranos, Commander in Chief and Desperate Housewives. Her role as Stella Wingfield received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series.
Sarah Goldberg
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Actress Sarah Goldberg, best known for playing Sarah Glass Camden on 7th Heaven, died on September 27 in her family's Wisconsin home. She was 40.
According to the Chicago Sun-Times, she died of natural causes, but an autopsy was not able to determine a specific cause of death. Her mother, Judy, told the newspaper that a heart ailment may have been responsible.
Goldberg's first major role came in the 2001 action sequel Jurassic Park III. She also had a recurring role on the CBS drama Judging Amy before landing a major role on 7th Heaven in 2002.
According to the Chicago Sun-Times, she died of natural causes, but an autopsy was not able to determine a specific cause of death. Her mother, Judy, told the newspaper that a heart ailment may have been responsible.
Goldberg's first major role came in the 2001 action sequel Jurassic Park III. She also had a recurring role on the CBS drama Judging Amy before landing a major role on 7th Heaven in 2002.
Jan Hooks
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Jan Hooks, best known for her eight years on Saturday Night Live, passed away in New York on October 9, at the age of 57.
Hooks joined SNL in 1986 as a part of a cast that included Dana Carvey, Phil Hartman, Jon Lovitz and Dennis Miller. She made a name for herself on the sketch show through her spot-on impersonations of Bette Davis, Betty Ford, Nancy Reagan, Sinead O'Connor, Jodie Foster and Hillary Clinton.
The Georgia native was nominated for an Emmy in 1998 for her guest role on 3rd Rock From the Sun and was most recently seen on television in NBC's 30 Rock as Verna Maroney, the mother of Jenna Maroney (played by Jane Krakowski).
Hooks joined SNL in 1986 as a part of a cast that included Dana Carvey, Phil Hartman, Jon Lovitz and Dennis Miller. She made a name for herself on the sketch show through her spot-on impersonations of Bette Davis, Betty Ford, Nancy Reagan, Sinead O'Connor, Jodie Foster and Hillary Clinton.
The Georgia native was nominated for an Emmy in 1998 for her guest role on 3rd Rock From the Sun and was most recently seen on television in NBC's 30 Rock as Verna Maroney, the mother of Jenna Maroney (played by Jane Krakowski).
Elizabeth Pena
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Actress Elizabeth Pena, most recently seen on the crime drama series Matador on the El Rey Network, died on October 14 at the age of 55.
During her decades-long career, Pena appeared in a number of huge projects including the 1990 psychological horror drama Jacob's Ladder, the 1996 crime drama Lone Star, the 1998 action comedy Rush Hour and Pixar's The Incredibles (voicing the sinister and seductive Mirage).
Recently, she also guest starred on Modern Family as the mother of Sofia Vergara's Gloria Delgado-Pritchett.
During her decades-long career, Pena appeared in a number of huge projects including the 1990 psychological horror drama Jacob's Ladder, the 1996 crime drama Lone Star, the 1998 action comedy Rush Hour and Pixar's The Incredibles (voicing the sinister and seductive Mirage).
Recently, she also guest starred on Modern Family as the mother of Sofia Vergara's Gloria Delgado-Pritchett.
Joanne Borgella
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Former American Idol contestant Joanne Borgella died at the age of 32 on October 18, 2014 after battling cancer.
Borgella was a contestant on season 7 of American Idol. She made it to the top 24 before being eliminated. She was also on TV shows including MADE, Mo'Niques Fat Chance and Curvy Girls.
Borgella was a contestant on season 7 of American Idol. She made it to the top 24 before being eliminated. She was also on TV shows including MADE, Mo'Niques Fat Chance and Curvy Girls.
Joan Quigley
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Joan Quigley, one of history's most influential astrologers, died at the age of 87 on October 21, 2014 at her San Francisco home. She is best known for advising former First Lady Nancy Reagan.
In 1988, President Ronald Reagan denied the role of astrology in his political decisions after it was revealed that he and his wife were deeply interested in it. He said at a photo-taking session, "No policy or decision in my mind has ever been influenced by astrology.''
A serious woman, she did not just take on anyone to consult, and it seems as if she took on people who were just like herself. She told The New York Times in 1988 that she worked with "only people I find extremely interesting."
In 1988, President Ronald Reagan denied the role of astrology in his political decisions after it was revealed that he and his wife were deeply interested in it. He said at a photo-taking session, "No policy or decision in my mind has ever been influenced by astrology.''
A serious woman, she did not just take on anyone to consult, and it seems as if she took on people who were just like herself. She told The New York Times in 1988 that she worked with "only people I find extremely interesting."
Jack Bruce
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The 1960s rock band Cream's bassist and singer Jack Bruce passed away at the age of 71 at home with his family on October 25, 2014.
Bruce was part of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band with guitarist Eric Clapton and drummer Ginger Baker. After Cream split up in 1968, Bruce went solo. He also formed a blues rock power trio called West, Bruce & Laing in 1972 and a band with drummer Simon Phillips and keyboardist Tony Hymas in 1977.
Most recently, Bruce released a solo studio album, Silver Rails, in March of this year.
Bruce was suffering from liver disease. He is survived by his wife, Margrit, four children and a granddaughter.
Bruce was part of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band with guitarist Eric Clapton and drummer Ginger Baker. After Cream split up in 1968, Bruce went solo. He also formed a blues rock power trio called West, Bruce & Laing in 1972 and a band with drummer Simon Phillips and keyboardist Tony Hymas in 1977.
Most recently, Bruce released a solo studio album, Silver Rails, in March of this year.
Bruce was suffering from liver disease. He is survived by his wife, Margrit, four children and a granddaughter.
Marcia Strassman
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Marcia Strassman, perhaps best known for her lead roles in Welcome Back Kotter and Honey I Shrunk the Kids, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2014, in her Sherman Oaks, Calif. home. She was 66.
Strassman -- who was born in New York City on April 28, 1948, and raised in New Jersey -- died after a seven-year battle with breast cancer. She is survived by her daughter, New York costume designer Elizabeth "Lizzie" Collector, and her brother Steven Strassman.
Strassman -- who was born in New York City on April 28, 1948, and raised in New Jersey -- died after a seven-year battle with breast cancer. She is survived by her daughter, New York costume designer Elizabeth "Lizzie" Collector, and her brother Steven Strassman.
Wayne Static
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Musician Wayne Static died in his sleep on Nov. 1 at the age of 48. Static passed away three days before his birthday.
Born Wayne Richard Wells, the musician was best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist for the Los Angeles-based metal band Static-X. He released his only solo studio album, Pighammer, in Oct. 2011.
Static is survived by his wife, Tera Wray.
Born Wayne Richard Wells, the musician was best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist for the Los Angeles-based metal band Static-X. He released his only solo studio album, Pighammer, in Oct. 2011.
Static is survived by his wife, Tera Wray.
Tom Magliozzi
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Iconic NPR radio personality and host of the long-running program Car Talk, Tom Magliozzi, died on Nov. 3, after a two-year struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Magliozzi was 77.
Magliozzi and his brother, Ray, began Car Talk in 1977 and over the years they developed it into a wildly popular, celebrated call-in show. In 2012, the brothers retired, and NPR began to air reruns. The reruns will continue as a tribute to Magliozzi.
Magliozzi is survived by his three children, his five grandchildren, his brother Ray and his sister Lucille.
Magliozzi and his brother, Ray, began Car Talk in 1977 and over the years they developed it into a wildly popular, celebrated call-in show. In 2012, the brothers retired, and NPR began to air reruns. The reruns will continue as a tribute to Magliozzi.
Magliozzi is survived by his three children, his five grandchildren, his brother Ray and his sister Lucille.
Richard Schaal
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Actor and comedian Richard Schaal, a member of Chicago's legendary Second City improv group in the 1960s, died on November 4 at the age of 86.
Schaal was best known for his work in many classic sitcoms including The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Rhoda, The Bob Newhart Show, Phyllis and Just My Luck.
Schaal is survived by his daughter Wendy Schaal, star of Fox's American Dad.
Schaal was best known for his work in many classic sitcoms including The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Rhoda, The Bob Newhart Show, Phyllis and Just My Luck.
Schaal is survived by his daughter Wendy Schaal, star of Fox's American Dad.
Carol Ann Susi
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Stage and screen actress Carol Ann Susi passed away in Los Angeles on Tuesday, November 11 after a brief battle with terminal cancer. She was 62.
Susi was best known for her work on the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory, voicing the unseen Mrs. Wolowitz – the domineering mother of Howard Wolowitz (Simon Helberg).
According to a statement released by her reps, Susi is survived by her brother Michael Susi, his wife Connie and "the multitudes of friends who truly were Carol Ann's other family."
Susi was best known for her work on the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory, voicing the unseen Mrs. Wolowitz – the domineering mother of Howard Wolowitz (Simon Helberg).
According to a statement released by her reps, Susi is survived by her brother Michael Susi, his wife Connie and "the multitudes of friends who truly were Carol Ann's other family."
Diem Brown
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MTV's Real World/Road Rules Challenge star Diem Brown passed away on November 14, after a long battle with cancer.
People broke the news that the 32-year-old had died after the cancer found in her stomach and colon had spread to her liver and lymph nodes. This was the third time she was battling the disease after bravely facing it in 2006 and 2012.
Brown is survived by her father, two sisters and brother. She appeared in six MTV iterations of The Challenge, starting with MTV's Real World/Road Rules Challenge: Fresh Meat in 2006.
People broke the news that the 32-year-old had died after the cancer found in her stomach and colon had spread to her liver and lymph nodes. This was the third time she was battling the disease after bravely facing it in 2006 and 2012.
Brown is survived by her father, two sisters and brother. She appeared in six MTV iterations of The Challenge, starting with MTV's Real World/Road Rules Challenge: Fresh Meat in 2006.
Glen A. Larson
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The iconic television writer, creator and producer Glen A. Larson passed away on November 14, at the age of 77.
Larson was perhaps best known for creating some of the most iconic TV shows of the 1970s and '80s including Alias Smith and Jones, McCloud, Buck Rogers In The 25th Century, B.J. And The Bear, Trauma Center, Quincy M.E., Manimal, The Fall Guy and Magnum P.I..
His two biggest additions to the TV landscape were the 1978 sci-fi cult classic Battlestar Galactica and the 1982 action-adventure Knight Rider.
The iconic producer passed away at the UCLA Medical Center after a battle with esophageal cancer. Larson is survived by his wife, his brother, and his nine children from two marriages.
Larson was perhaps best known for creating some of the most iconic TV shows of the 1970s and '80s including Alias Smith and Jones, McCloud, Buck Rogers In The 25th Century, B.J. And The Bear, Trauma Center, Quincy M.E., Manimal, The Fall Guy and Magnum P.I..
His two biggest additions to the TV landscape were the 1978 sci-fi cult classic Battlestar Galactica and the 1982 action-adventure Knight Rider.
The iconic producer passed away at the UCLA Medical Center after a battle with esophageal cancer. Larson is survived by his wife, his brother, and his nine children from two marriages.
Mike Nichols
Renowned director Mike Nichols died on Nov. 19, at the age of 83.
The director is part of the EGOT club, having won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award. He has created some of the most iconic work in film, television and theater, including The Graduate, Working Girl, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Closer, Charlie Wilson's War, Annie, Spamalot, The Birdcage and Angels in America.
The director is survived by his wife Diane Sawyer, his children and grandchildren.
The director is part of the EGOT club, having won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award. He has created some of the most iconic work in film, television and theater, including The Graduate, Working Girl, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Closer, Charlie Wilson's War, Annie, Spamalot, The Birdcage and Angels in America.
The director is survived by his wife Diane Sawyer, his children and grandchildren.
Stephanie Moseley
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Actress Stephanie Moseley and her husband, rapper Earl Hayes, were found dead on Dec. 8. Allegedly, Hayes shot Moseley before ending his own life. Moseley was 30.
Moseley is best known for her work on the VH1 series Hit The Floor. The network released a statement which read: "We are incredibly saddened to hear the news of the passing of Stephanie Moseley. VH1 and the entire Hit The Floor family send our thoughts and condolences to her family and friends at this difficult time."
Moseley is best known for her work on the VH1 series Hit The Floor. The network released a statement which read: "We are incredibly saddened to hear the news of the passing of Stephanie Moseley. VH1 and the entire Hit The Floor family send our thoughts and condolences to her family and friends at this difficult time."
Joe Cocker
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Singer/songwriter Joe Cocker, perhaps best known for his 1969 cover of the Beatles' "With a Little Help from My Friends," died at age 70 on Dec. 22.
Sony Music tells ET that the British-born musician passed away a long battle with lung cancer.
Cocker was knighted by Queen Elizabeth in 2007 for his contribution to the music industry and had a No. 1 album in Germany last year. In June, Cocker performed what would be his last concert in Hammersmith, London.
He is survived by his wife Pam, step-daughter Zoey Schroeder and two grandchildren Eva and Simon Schroeder.
Sony Music tells ET that the British-born musician passed away a long battle with lung cancer.
Cocker was knighted by Queen Elizabeth in 2007 for his contribution to the music industry and had a No. 1 album in Germany last year. In June, Cocker performed what would be his last concert in Hammersmith, London.
He is survived by his wife Pam, step-daughter Zoey Schroeder and two grandchildren Eva and Simon Schroeder.
Christine Cavanaugh
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Christine Cavanaugh, best known for voicing some of the most beloved '90s cartoon characters, passed away Dec. 22, at the age of 51.
Cavanaugh provided the voice of Dexter from the Cartoon Network series Dexter's Laboratory, as well as the voice of Chuckie from The Rugrats, and the beloved Babe the pig.
Cavanaugh died at her home in Cedar City, Utah. No cause of death has been released. Cavanaugh is survived by her brother and sister.
Cavanaugh provided the voice of Dexter from the Cartoon Network series Dexter's Laboratory, as well as the voice of Chuckie from The Rugrats, and the beloved Babe the pig.
Cavanaugh died at her home in Cedar City, Utah. No cause of death has been released. Cavanaugh is survived by her brother and sister.
David Ryall
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British actor David Ryall died on Christmas Day at the age of 79.
Ryall began his career on stage at the National Theater after receiving a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art back in 1962.
Since then he has appeared in numerous British TV series including The Singing Detective, Outnumbered, and The Village. He also starred in many films including City of Ember and Around the World in 80 Days. He is perhaps best known for his role as Elphias Doge in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1.
Ryall is survived by his daughters Charlie, 28, Imogen, 47, and son Jonathan, 48.
Ryall began his career on stage at the National Theater after receiving a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art back in 1962.
Since then he has appeared in numerous British TV series including The Singing Detective, Outnumbered, and The Village. He also starred in many films including City of Ember and Around the World in 80 Days. He is perhaps best known for his role as Elphias Doge in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1.
Ryall is survived by his daughters Charlie, 28, Imogen, 47, and son Jonathan, 48.
Luise Rainer
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Luise Rainer, the actress best known for her roles in The Good Earth (1937) and The Great Ziegfeld (1936), passed away from pneumonia in her London home on Dec. 30. She was 104.
Rainer became the first actor to ever win two consecutive Academy Awards. She won for her roles as Anna Held in The Great Ziegfeld and O-Lan in The Good Earth.
Rainer starred alongside Michael Gambon and Dominic West in her last movie, the 1997 drama The Gambler. She spent most her life residing in London.
Rainer became the first actor to ever win two consecutive Academy Awards. She won for her roles as Anna Held in The Great Ziegfeld and O-Lan in The Good Earth.
Rainer starred alongside Michael Gambon and Dominic West in her last movie, the 1997 drama The Gambler. She spent most her life residing in London.
Edward Herrmann
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Actor Edward Herrmann, famous for his role as Richard Gilmore on Gilmore Girls, died Dec. 31 at the age of 71.
Herrmann had reportedly been battling brain cancer. His family made the difficult decision to take him off the respirator after he had been in ICU for more than three weeks without improvement.
Herrmann is survived by his wife, Star Benson, whom he married in 1992, and their three children.
Herrmann had reportedly been battling brain cancer. His family made the difficult decision to take him off the respirator after he had been in ICU for more than three weeks without improvement.
Herrmann is survived by his wife, Star Benson, whom he married in 1992, and their three children.