Sadly, every year we are forced to say goodbye to some of the best and brightest people in the entertainment world.
And so far, 2023 has been a heartbreaking year.
Each of the artists, athletes, politicians, and pop culture icons on the list below may have passed away, but they haven’t been forgotten.
To their fans and loved ones, true legends never die.
Their legacy lives on. Their star never fades. And their work will be cherished for generations, as those who touched their lives pass on their love and admiration to future generations.
Join us in paying tribute to the stars we lost in 202w.
May they rest in peace forever.
Jeff Beck died at the age of 78. He is considered one of the greatest guitarists of all time.
Jeremiah Green passed away at the age of 45. He was best known as a founding member of his Modest Mouse. (Photo via Getty Images for Audacy)
Anita Poynter passed away on January 1st after battling cancer. The Pointer Sisters singer was 74 years old. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images)
Tatiana Patitz passed away at the age of 56. She was considered one of the most iconic fashion models of her 1990s. (Photo via Getty Images)
Actor Adam Rich has died at the age of 54. He was best known for his role in the sitcom ‘Eight Is Enough’. (Photo by Stephen Shugerman/Getty Images)
Fred White died at the age of 67. He was best known as the drummer for his Earth, Wind & Fire. (Photo via Getty)
Popular YouTuber Waffler 69 passed away at the age of 33. (Photo via YouTube)