A person may not live forever, but their work should endure for eternity. Last year was quite disheartening as the world mourned the deaths of some legendary actors. Though saying the final goodbyes is always the hardest, we all know one thing for sure: the celebrities who left us made such a deep impact that they will reside rent-free in our heads and hearts forever. This year (so far) has witnessed the loss of some talented artists, but their works will make them immortal. Here is a list of celebrities who bid their final farewells in 2024:
Glynis Johns
British actress Glynis Johns breathed her last on January 4, 2024, at the age of 100. In her almost eight-decade acting career, the legendary actress left an indelible mark on the film industry. She is best known for her role as the suffragette mother in “Mary Poppins” (1964) and is adored for her performances in “Miranda” (1948) and “Mad About Men” (1954).
David Soul
The soul of the American TV industry, David Soul, needs no introduction. The renowned actor passed away on January 4, 2024, at the age of 80. With a solid career spanning nearly five decades, Soul was best known for his role as Detective Kenneth “Hutch” Hutchinson in the American television series “Starsky & Hutch.” He also had a successful musical career.
Adan Canto
Mexican actor Adan Canto passed away on January 8, 2024, at the age of 42, succumbing to appendix cancer. He appeared in hit films/series such as “X-Men: Days of Future Past” (2014), the Fox drama series “The Following,” and the ABC prime-time series “Blood & Oil.” Canto also wrote and directed his first short film, “Before Tomorrow” (2014), which received several accolades.
Alec Musser
American actor and fitness model Alec Musser passed away on January 12, 2024. Best known for his roles in shows like “I Wanna Be a Soap Star “and “All My Children,” Musser chose a tragic end by shooting himself in the chest with a shotgun.
Joyce Randolph
The last surviving cast member of the popular sitcom Honeymooners, Joyce Randolph, passed away at the age of 99 on January 13, 2024. The actress died a natural death at her apartment.
