In tribute to the stars of TV, film, music and the internet who have died so far in 2025, this gallery remembers the actors, musicians and other stars we have lost in the first few weeks of the year.
Read on to remember the famous faces who have sadly lost their lives so far this year, as of Tuesday December 23, and remember the joy they brought to us with their talents.
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41. Diogo Jota
Liverpool winger Diogo Jota has died in a car crash in Spain on July 3. The 28-year-old had married his long-term partner Rute Cardoso just two weeks before. His 25-year-old brother Andre Silva was also killed in the crash. Photo: PA
42. Julian McMahon
Actor Julian McMahon died aged 56 after a cancer battle. Mahon was best known to TV fans for his role in the medical drama Nip/Tuck, in which he played Dr Christian Troy over six seasons. His work on the show earned him a nomination for a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Television Drama Series. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
43. Michael Madsen
Michael Madsen died at the age of 67. Officials said the Reservoir Dogs and Thelma & Louise star was found unresponsive at his Malibu home in the early hours on July 3. The death is believed to have been from natural causes and no foul play is suspected, the sheriff's department said. He is pictured in 2015. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
44. Spinal Tap keyboardist, musician and actor David Kaff dies at 79, what was the cause of his death?
Spinal Tap keyboardist, musician and actor David Kaff died at 79. Photo: David Kaffinetti/Facebook | David Kafinetti/Facebook