Pamela Bach, Carl Dean and More Celebrities Who Have Died in 2025

Pamela Bach, the Baywatch star who was married to David Hasselhoff from 1989 to 2006, was found dead in her Los Angeles home on March 5. She was 61.

Per TMZ, Bach's family had not heard from her for a while and went on to check on her. The Mansion of Blood star's last Instagram post was on January 1, where she wished her followers a Happy New Year.

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office ruled the manner of death a suicide, with the cause listed as a gunshot wound to the head.

Hasselhoff reacted to his ex-wife's death on X, writing, "Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff. We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult period but kindly request privacy as we grieve and navigate through this challenging time."

Dolly Parton's husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, died in Nashville on March 3, the "Jolene" singer confirmed in a statement. He was 82.

"Carl and I spent many wonderful years together," the legendary country musician said on Instagram and X. "Words can't do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years. Thank you for your prayers and sympathy."

Dean will be laid to rest in a private ceremony attended by immediate family members. A cause of death was not revealed.

Parton's publicist also provided a statement to The Associated Press.

Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone was killed in a car crash on March 1. She was 63.

The soul singer, who released famous hits like "Wish I Didn't Miss You," died in a vehicular accident while on her way to Atlanta following a show in Montgomery, Ala. Reports said an 18-wheeler struck her Sprinter, causing the vehicle to flip three times.

In a statement to Variety, Stone's children expressed their shock over her sudden death.

"Never in a million years did we ever expect to get this horrible news. Our mom is and will always be our everything. We are still trying to process and are completely heartbroken," the message read.

Former college basketball player Elijah Olaniyi died on February 27, over a year after he was diagnosed with brain cancer in November 2023. He was 26.

Stony Brook confirmed his passing in a statement, noting the team was "completely shattered" by the news.

"Not only was Elijah a beloved member of our Seawolves family, he was a son, brother and friend who gave so much of himself to so many. Throughout his battle with cancer, he displayed the same competitiveness and courage that he displayed on the basketball court," the message said. "Although Elijah’s brave fight has peacefully come to an end, his legacy and the memories he left behind will endure forever.”

According to The Statesman, Olaniyi's professional pursuits were cut short when he learned about his cancerous brain tumor. He underwent three surgeries in New York City in December 2023 to remove 95 percent of the tumor and began radiation and chemotherapy treatments in the weeks thereafter.

Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their New Mexico home on February 26 along with their dog, the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office confirmed. The Oscar-winning actor was 95.

On February 27, Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza told reporters there was no sign of a struggle at the scene, but "the exact cause of death has not been determined at this time."

"The autopsy is going to be key, and the toxicology," Mendoza added during the news conference. "We want to make sure that we get the investigation completed properly. And we want to release the proper information."

A sheriff's deputy said the couple was found during a welfare check, adding, "The circumstances surrounding the death of the two deceased individuals (are considered) to be suspicious enough in nature to require a thorough search and investigation."

A 911 call shared by CNN revealed a "caretaker" discovered the bodies of Hackman and Arakawa. In the affidavit obtained by KOAT, the sheriff's deputy said maintenance workers found them dead.

Arakawa was lying on the ground inside a bathroom with a space heater near her head and an open bottle of prescription pills on a nearby countertop. A dog was also found dead in the bathroom closet.

Meanwhile, Hackman was discovered on the ground in another room near the kitchen area. The deputy suspected The French Connection star "had suddenly fallen" before his death.

Both Hackman and Arakawa appeared to have passed away days earlier, per the deputy.

Hackman's daughters and granddaughter issued a statement following his passing, saying the family is "devastated by the loss."

"It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy," the statement read. "He was loved and admired by millions around the world for his brilliant acting career, but to us he was always just Dad and Grandpa. We will miss him sorely."

Michelle Trachtenberg, an actress who was best known for her roles on TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl, died on February 26. She was 39.

Police sources said Trachtenberg was found dead by her mother in her New York City apartment around 8 a.m.

The New York Police Department confirmed she was discovered "unconscious and unresponsive" when officers arrived after receiving a 911 call about a woman experiencing cardiac arrest. EMS workers pronounced her dead at the scene.

According to ABC News, The Adventures of Pete & Pete star underwent a liver transplant prior to her passing and may have experienced complications from organ rejection.

"It is with great sadness to confirm that Michelle Trachtenberg has passed away. The family requests privacy for their loss," Trachtenberg's representative, Gary Mantoosh, said in a statement.

Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer best known for her hit tracks like "Killing Me Softly With His Song," died on February 24 at the age of 88, her publicist, Elaine Schock, confirmed.

According to Schock, "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" songstress died peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family, after facing health challenges for years. Before her death, Flack was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which affected her singing career.

"Roberta broke boundaries and record. She was also a proud educator. She was unlike any other popular vocalist that preceded her," Schock said in the obituary. "Indeed, Roberta Flack couldn’t be contained simply by categories. She sang reveries as much as exclamations, and yet her stillness electrified the soul. In time, the style she created became known as 'quiet storm.' It was a fitting term not just for her sensibility but also for her effect."

On February 21, Pee-wee's Playhouse actress Lynne Marie Stewart passed away after a tumor was detected near her liver and gallbladder in December 2024. She was 78.

Her representative, Bette Smith, said the It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia actress had been struggling with exhaustion before she learned about the health issue.

"This was totally unexpected, and she passed a month or so after her diagnosis," Smith told USA Today. "Lynne was the most wonderful actress. She was the kindest and (most) honorable person."

Notorious B.I.G.'s mother, Voletta Wallace, died at the age of 78 on February 21. TMZ said the matriarch was in hospice care when she passed away of natural causes.

Peter Jason, a Hollywood veteran actor who became famous for his roles in Karate Kid and Deadwood, passed away on February 20 in his West Hollywood home. He was 80.

A representative from Tribesmen Pictures revealed Jason's cause of death was cancer.

Kevyn Major Howard, who famously starred in the war film Full Metal Jacket, died in Las Vegas on February 14, his family confirmed in a statement to TMZ.

He was hospitalized for weeks due to a respiratory illness prior to his passing, according to the report. No cause of death was disclosed.

Bruce French died from complications of Alzheimer's disease on February 7, his wife of 34 years, Eileen Barnett, confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter. The Passions actor was 79.

On February 7, actor Tony Roberts passed away at the age of 85.

The stage and screen actor, who notably appeared in several Woody Allen films, died at his Manhattan, N.Y., home after suffering complications from lung cancer.

Irv Gotti, the famed Murder Inc. Records founder who collaborated with numerous hip-hop and R&B artists in the industry, died on February 5, The Hollywood Reporter confirmed. He was 54.

A cause of death was not confirmed at the time, but Wack100 previously claimed he had spoken with someone at a recovery facility who said Gotti suffered a stroke and started walking with a cane.

The music executive's representative issued a statement to TMZ to set the record straight, saying, "Irv has been struggling with diabetes for years, which caused him to have a minor stroke over six months ago. He has since changed his diet to eating more healthy. He's been successful in making a full recovery. Irv is not in a rehab facility. He is at home with his family, enjoying life."

British pop icon Marianne Faithfull, who worked in the industry for six decades, died on January 30 at the age of 78, a representative confirmed.

"Marianne passed away peacefully in London today, in the company of her loving family. She will be dearly missed," a spokesperson said in a statement.

Mick Jagger, who once had a romantic relationship with Faithfull, paid tribute to the late musician in an Instagram post.

"I am so saddened to hear of the death of Marianne Faithfull," The Rolling Stones rocker said a few hours after Faithfull's death was announced. "She was so much part of my life for so long. She was a wonderful friend, a beautiful singer and a great actress. She will always be remembered."

Bling Empire: New York star Lynn Ban died on January 20 following a skiing accident that caused her to undergo emergency brain surgery and left her hospitalized since December 2024, her son confirmed.

The jewelry designer's son, Sebastian, announced her death in a statement on Instagram on January 22, writing, "Many of you followed my mum but never got the chance to know her or meet her in person. I would like to take the chance to share who my mum really was."

He called the TV personality his "best friend, the best mother to me, and someone who cared for all."

Sebastian continued, "Although she may be gone now, I will do everything I can to make sure she is never forgotten and for her life to be celebrated as it deserves to be."

"As a final message to my mum, I would just like to say that I will miss you forever and to end in something she always told me 'I love you more than life itself' mum," he concluded.

An additional report from The New York Post quoted a New York Police Department spokesperson who said the prominent designer was found dead in a TriBeCa home near Warren Street and West Street. She was reportedly discovered in a bed by her husband at around 1:30 p.m. on January 20.

Garth Hudson, the Band's last surviving member, died "peacefully in his sleep" on January 21 morning at the Ten Broeck Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing, his estate executor confirmed to the Toronto Star. He was 87.

The group's official Instagram page also released a statement to pay tribute to "a musical genius and cornerstone of the [Band]'s timeless sound."

Days of Our Lives actor Francisco San Martin died at his home on January 16, the Los Angeles Medical Examiner's Office confirmed in a report. He was 39.

San Martin, who also appeared on Jane the Virgin and The Bold And The Beautiful, died of a ligature hanging. His death has been ruled as suicide.

In an Instagram post on January 19, Jeremy Piven announced the death of his mother, Joyce Piven. She was 94.

"I was pretending this day wouldn't come yet here we are. If you know me you understand how much I love this woman. Yes she's my mother but she was an incredible human being," said Jeremy.

Joyce famously taught John Cusack, Joan Cusack, Adam McKay and more stars through Piven Theatre Workshop, which she founded with her late husband in Illinois.

Twin Peaks creator David Lynch died at the age of 78, his family confirmed on January 15.

While his cause of death was not immediately disclosed to the public, reports noted he battled emphysema years prior to his passing. Sources also told Deadline things took a turn for the worse after he fled his house for safety due to the Sunset Fire.

"We would appreciate some privacy at this time. There's a big hole in the world now that he's no longer with us. But, as he would say, 'Keep your eye on the donut and not on the hole.' It's a beautiful day with golden sunshine and blue skies all the way," his family continued.

Nearly a month after his passing, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health released a death certificate, revealing he died from cardiac arrest due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Dehydration was also a significant contributor to Lynch's death, the redacted document shared by TMZ confirmed.

Paul Danan, who played Sol Patrick on Hollyoaks, died at the age of 46, his management company, Independent Creative Management, said in a statement on Instagram.

"Known for his television presence, exceptional talent, and unwavering kindness, Paul was a beacon of light to so many. His untimely departure will leave irreplaceable voids in the lives of all who knew him," the statement read. "During this difficult time, we kindly request respect and privacy for Paul's family, friends, and colleagues. No further comments will be made at this time."

Danan, who also appeared on Celebrity Big Brother and Celebrity Love Island, spent a week in intensive care after suffering from respiratory failure due to excessive vaping.

Irish pop singer Linda Nolan, who rose to fame in the famed group The Nolans, died on the morning of January 15 at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. She was 65.

The Nolans announced her death, which came more than two decades after she was diagnosed with a dreaded health issue, a post revealed on X.

"She faced incurable cancer with courage, grace & determination, inspiring millions," the statement read. "Surrounded by family, she passed peacefully. A pop icon and beacon of hope, Linda will never be forgotten ❤️."

Nolan was admitted to the medical facility over the weekend due to double pneumonia. She went into a coma on January 14 and died the next day, her agent confirmed to the BBC.

Dalyce "Mama Dee" Curry, who appeared as an extra in classic hits The Blues Brothers and Ten Commandments, was killed in the Eaton Fire, his granddaughter Dalyce Kelley told NBC News.

According to Kelley, she dropped her grandmother off at her home when the wildfires in Los Angeles started. She added it was possible Curry did not receive emergency alerts because "elderly people, they just don't get into cellphones."

The 95-year-old was not able to flee for safety when evacuation orders were issued the following day. Her remains were later found at the Altadena, Calif., home after the property was burned down by the fire.

Comedian Tony Slattery, who notably appeared on the ABC show Whose Line Is It Anyway?, died on January 14 morning, a few days after he had a heart attack on January 12 evening. He was 65.

Erica Lear, a producer of his latest shows, said, "I will miss my mischievous partner in crime. They say you should never meet your heroes, but I met mine and he became my best friend."

Prior to his death, Slattery launched his podcast, "Tony Slattery's Rambling Club," in October 2024.

On January 12, General Hospital's Instagram page announced the death of Leslie Charleson, who played Monica Quartermaine on the ABC daytime drama series for nearly five decades. She was 79.

"Her enduring legacy has spanned nearly 50 years on General Hospital alone and, just as Monica was the heart of the Quartermaines, Leslie was a beloved matriarch of the entire cast and crew," said General Hospital executive producer Frank Valentini. "I will miss our daily chats, her quick wit and incredible presence on set. On behalf of everyone at General Hospital, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to her loved ones during this difficult time."

Charleson's cause of death was not immediately disclosed to the public, but reports said she had been battling an illness prior to her passing.

According to an obituary from the Lacy Funeral Home in Stephenville, Tex., County Rescue actor Keller Fornes died on December 19, 2024, at the age of 32. Other details, including the cause of death, were not shared with the public.

On January 6, the Great American Family's official Instagram page shared a tribute post to express how deeply saddened the network is by the passing of Fornes.

It added, "He was a special person and talent as an actor, writer, and director as well as a singer and musician. His energy and enthusiasm lifted all he worked with here at Great American Media and the cast and crew of County Rescue. Our prayers are with his family and all those he touched."

A service for Fornes will be held on January 11.

Meredith Vieira's husband of 38 years, Richard Cohen, passed away on Christmas Eve at the age of 76, Today confirmed on January 7.

Cohen, who welcomed three children with Vieira during their marriage, had a lengthy battle with multiple sclerosis while dealing with a pair of colon cancer diagnoses.

In 2018, Cohen told Today that he was diagnosed with a chronic neurological disorder when he was 25.

RuPaul's Drag Race U.K. Season 1 winner The Vivienne, born James Lee Williams, died at the age of 32.

The drag artist's manager and publicist Simon Jones confirmed the news on X and Instagram on January 5. The cause of death was not immediately disclosed to the public.

"Viv was a close friend, a client and someone I loved very much. From the moment I met them in 2019 I knew we could create magic together and I became their manager. Their talent was immense and the light they brought to every room was astonishing. No one has ever made me laugh in my life as much as Viv did. Their comedic genius and quick wit was like no other," said Jones.

Jones contnued, "I'm so proud and lucky that Viv was such a big part of my life every day for the last 5 years. It's tragic that their career was only just beginning. In musical theatre Viv had found a space and career they loved, excelled and thrived in. I am heartbroken and devastated at this news. RIP my wonderful friend. You left us way too soon."

Aubrey Plaza's husband, Jeff Baena, was found dead at a Los Angeles-area home on January 3. Law enforcement sources told TMZ the 47-year-old Life After Beth director was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Los Angeles County Coroner's Office ruled Baena's manner of death as suicide by hanging.

"The Oogum Boogum Song" hitmaker Brenton Wood died at his Moreno Valley, Calif., home on January 3, his manager and assistant, Manny Gallegos, confirmed to TMZ.

"It just was his old age. He was 83 years old," Gallegos told the New York Post while details about Wood's cause of death have yet to be disclosed. "He went in his sleep peacefully. The love that he gave us, God took him the same way."

Prior to his death, Wood reportedly gave Gallegos a message he sought to be conveyed to his fans.

"'I might not be here for long,'" he quoted the singer, adding, "[Wood] said, 'Catch you on the rebound.'"

Wood's last words were a reference to his 1967 song.

Famed Argentine singer-songwriter Leo Dan passed away on January 1 at the age of 82, an official statement on Instagram confirmed.

"We invite all those who were part of his story and who were touched by his legacy, to celebrate his love, his music and his life. With much peace in our hearts, we remember and feel his deep love… forever," part of the message read.

The Osmonds founding member Wayne Osmond died on January 1 in Salt Lake City at the age of 73.

His brothers Donny, Merrill and Jay released statements on their social media pages on January 2, confirming the death of their sibling after suffering a stroke.

"I'm so grateful that I had the opportunity to visit him in the hospital before he passed," Donny wrote on Instagram. "Wayne brought so much light, laughter, and love to everyone who knew him, especially me. He was the ultimate optimist and was loved by everyone."

He continued, "I'm sure I speak on behalf of every one of us siblings when I state that we were fortunate to have Wayne as a brother. Even though we are separated in this mortal life, I know that by the grace and resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we will have the opportunity to be with Wayne for eternity. I love you, Wayne. Your brother forever."

Merrill called their late brother "a saint" on his Facebook tribute, adding, "I've never known a man that had more humility. A man with absolute no guile. An individual that was quick to forgive and had the ability to show unconditional love to everyone he ever met."

In a separate Facebook post, Jay referred to Wayne as "a true legend" who was his "roommate and my [his] confidant over the decades."

Prior to his fatal stroke, Wayne faced the same condition that affected his ability to play guitar in 2012. He was also diagnosed with a brain tumor in 1997.