Lives Lost in 2026: Notable Celebrities Who Passed Away

Catherine O'Hara (1954–2026)

The beloved actress and comedian Catherine O’Hara died on January 30, 2026, at the age of 71. Known for her iconic roles in Home Alone, Beetlejuice and as Moira Rose in the acclaimed series Schitt’s Creek, O’Hara’s career spanned more than five decades and earned her widespread admiration from audiences and colleagues alike.

 

Her death was attributed to complications from a pulmonary embolism after a brief illness. Tributes poured in across Hollywood, celebrating her sharp wit, warmth, and unforgettable performances.

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Yeison Jiménez (1991–2026)

Colombian music star Yeison Jiménez, a leading voice in música popular, died at age 34 in a tragic plane crash on January 10, 2026, in Paipa, Boyacá, Colombia.

 

The Piper PA-31 aircraft carrying Jiménez and five others crashed shortly after takeoff en route to a scheduled concert in Medellín, killing all on board.

 

Jiménez was celebrated for bringing his genre to wider audiences and building a dedicated fanbase across Latin America.

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Other Figures Lost in 2026

The entertainment world has bid farewell to several other notable personalities this year:

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• Scott Adams, creator of the Dilbert comic strip, died on January 13 after a battle with metastatic prostate cancer.

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• Valentino Garavani, iconic fashion designer and founder of the Valentino brand, passed away on January 19 at age 93.

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• Robert Duvall, legendary actor known for films like The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, died on February 15 at age 95.

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• Eric Dane, actor best known for Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, died at age 53 on February 19 after battling ALS.

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• Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader and activist, passed away on February 17 from complications related to progressive supranuclear palsy.

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• Bud Cort, actor from Harold and Maude, died on February 11 after a long illness.

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• Tom Noonan, character actor known for a varied career in film and TV, died on February 14.