Celebrities We Lost in 2025 – 30+ Photos

The year 2025 was marked by the passing of numerous cultural icons, leaving fans around the world grappling with grief. What began as small, almost unnoticed losses soon became a profound wave of mourning.

In sports, the deaths of promising athletes shocked the community. Dallas Cowboys star Marshawn Kneeland died at just 24, leaving family and fans devastated, while former MLB pitcher Yoervis Medina passed away at 37 in Venezuela, his cause of death unknown.

The entertainment world also mourned. Floyd Roger Myers Jr., known from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, died at 42 after repeated heart issues, and neo-soul musician D’Angelo succumbed to pancreatic cancer at 51, leaving a legacy of soulful music.

Hollywood legends Diane Keaton and Robert Redford passed at 79 and 89, respectively, remembered for decades of unforgettable performances. Similarly, Julian McMahon, Val Kilmer, and Malcolm-Jamal Warner left their mark on television and film, each lost far too soon.

Science and humanitarian work also suffered a loss with Dr. Jane Goodall’s death at 91, whose groundbreaking studies with chimpanzees inspired generations.

Sports and pop culture mourned icons like Ryne Sandberg, Hulk Hogan, and Ozzy Osbourne, whose talents shaped baseball, wrestling, and heavy metal music.

Finally, visionary filmmaker David Lynch passed at 78, leaving behind a legacy of cinematic innovation. As the world reflects on these losses, their work, influence, and creativity continue to resonate, ensuring their contributions endure long after their final moments.