In tribute to the stars of TV, film, music and the internet who have died in August 2025, this gallery remembers the actors and musicians we have lost this month.
Read on to remember the famous faces who have sadly lost their lives, and remember the joy they brought to us with their talents.
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9. Ray Brooks
Eastenders actor Ray Brooks (left) died at the age of 86. His family confirmed his passing in a statement to the BBC, saying that he passed away peacefully after a short illness. The family also revealed at Brooks had been battling dementia in the years prior to his death. He is pictured in 1987 with fellow actor Janet Kay. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
10. Biddy Baxter
Former Blue Peter editor Biddy Baxter died aged 92. She implemented factors such as the Blue Peter badge, national appeals and audience participation, which would be what the long-running show came to be known for. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
11. Art Fein
Beloved Cable TV host and author Art Fein died at the age of 79. Art Fein’s show Art Fein’s Poker Party, which began in 1984 as Lil Art’s Poker Party, ran for 24 years. He died from heart failure after recuperating from surgery for a broken hip. | Facebook
12. Danielle Spencer
Danielle Spencer, best known for her role as Dee Thomas on the 1970s ABC sitcom What’s Happening!!, died at the age of 60 following complications from cancer. She is pictured in 1977. | Getty Images