In tribute to the stars of TV, film, music and the internet who have died so far in May 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. Samuel French
Killers of the Flower Moon star Samuel French died at 45. He earned widespread recognition for his supporting turn as CJ Robinson in the Martin Scorsese film, where he shared the screen with Robert De Niro. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the star had battled a cancer that spread through his body over the past couple of years. Photo: samuelfrenchactor/instagram | samuelfrenchactor/instagram
10. John Edwards
John Edwards, the longtime lead vocalist of legendary soul group The Spinners, died at the age of 80. His death was confirmed by his bandmates on Instagram, but no cause of death was mentioned. The singer reportedly had suffered a stroke in 2000 and had been unable to perform since. The group were known for hits such as “Could It Be I’m Falling in Love”. Photo by Getty Images. | Toronto Star via Getty Images
11. Joe Don Baker
Joe Don Baker, best known for his iconic role as Buford Pusser in Walking Tall, died at the age of 89. The star also carved out a unique spot in the James Bond franchise, playing two different characters. In The Living Daylights (1987), he portrayed arms dealer Brad Whitaker. Later, he returned as CIA agent Jack Wade in GoldenEye (1995) and again in Tomorrow Never Dies (1997), acting as Bond’s laid-back American contact. | FilmPublicityArchive/United Archives via Getty Images
12. Joan O’Brien
Joan O’Brien, who played opposite Elvis Presley in It Happened at the World’s Fair, passed away at 89 after battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Photo: FilmPublicityArchive/United Arch | FilmPublicityArchive/United Arch