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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57. Milan Mandaric
Former Premier League club owner Milan Mandaric died at the age of 87 following a short illness. The Serbian-American businessman owned Portsmouth, Leicester and Sheffield Wednesday in his career and has been survived by his two daughters and three grandchildren. | The News

58. Jilly Cooper
Much-loved author Dame Jilly Cooper died at the age of 88. The writer, who had sold over 11 million copies of her books in the UK alone, passed away after a fall, her agent confirmed. She is pictured in 2018 with her Commander of the British Empire (CBE) medal. Photo: John Stillwell

59. John Lodge
English musician and bass guitarist with The Moody Blues John Lodge has died aged 82. His family said he was "suddenly and unexpectedly taken", but they did not give a cause of death. He is pictured live on stage performing the album Blue Jays in 1975. (Photo by Michael Putland/Getty Images) | Michael Putland/Getty Images Photo: Michael Putland/Getty Images

60. Diane Keaton
Hollywood star Diane Keaton died aged 79. Her cause of death has not been made public. A friend told US publication People that her health had declined quickly before her death. “She declined very suddenly, which was heartbreaking for everyone who loved her. It was so unexpected, especially for someone with such strength and spirit,” they said. She is pictured in 2023. Photo by Getty Images. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images


