Celebrity Deaths

The barrier-breaking entertainer and activist died at age 96.
The “King of Calypso” never stopped speaking out for progressive causes.
The South African rapper, whose real name is Constantinos Tsobanoglou, was 28.
In a statement, the actor's loved ones ― including his sister, Hayden ― confirmed his cause of death, adding: “His creative spirit will live forever in our hearts.”
The singer's brother-in-law called him a "complex character" who was loved.
“Burt’s transition is like losing a family member,” the singer said in a statement to HuffPost.
The "This Week" executive producer was dining out with his wife when he was struck by tragedy.
The actor was remembered as "a beautiful artist and human being."
The busy actor's run on the 1970s show set the tone for more realistic teen dramas.