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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5. Diane Langton
Star of Hollyoaks and Only Fools and Horses, Diane Langton, died aged 77 in January. The actress portrayed Nana McQueen in the Channel 4 soap. She had a career spanning more than 70 years and starred in numerous classic UK shows, including roles in EastEnders and more. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
6. Paul Danan
Hollyoaks actor Paul Danan died aged 46 in January. He was best known for playing Sol Patrick in Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks from 1997 to 2001. He also starred in the original series of Celebrity Love Island in 2005. | John Phillips/Getty Images
7. Dame Joan Plowright
Award-winning actress Dame Joan Plowright, widow of Lord Laurence Olivier, died at the age of 95 in January. Dame Joan had a long career in theatre, film and television and won several awards. She is pictured after being made a Dame in 2004. | POOL/AFP via Getty Images Photo: Stefan Rousseau/POOL/AFP via Getty Images
8. Denis Law
Former Scotland and Manchester United striker Denis Law died aged 84 in January, his family announced. He had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia in 2021 | Getty Images