Rebecca Cheptegei – died on September 5, 2024
Ugandan cross-country, long-distance, and marathon runners. Since 2010, Cheptegei has competed for Uganda in multiple World Championships. Furthermore, she participated in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris in the women’s marathon. Unfortunately, Cheptegei was attacked in her Kenyan home on September 1, 2024, by her ex-boyfriend. After an argument, he doused her with gasoline and set her ablaze. Consequently, she was 33 years old when she died four days later on September 5, 2024, from burns that covered 75% of her body.
Matheus Pavlak – September 1
Santa Catarina, Brazil-born bodybuilder Matheus Pavlak was 19 years old. Initially, he started working out at the age of 14 to lose weight. With a commitment to bodybuilding, he was ultimately able to successfully change the look of his body. Sadly, however, a heart arrest left him dead when he was discovered in his apartment. Consequently, his untimely passing has shocked the fitness community. Moreover, it has also grieved people beyond this circle. Furthermore, the tragic event has brought attention to the dangers of rigorous physical training. Tragically, Pavlak was just 19 years old when he went away.
James Darren – September 2
American actor, singer, and director, most known for his parts in TV series T.J. Hooker and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, as well as movies like Gidget. Additionally, as a great musician, Darren had hits with his songs “Her Royal Majesty” and “Goodbye Cruel World.” Ultimately, he was 88 years old when he died.
Obi Ndefo – August 31
‘Dawson’s Creek’s’ Bodie Wells is, indeed, the most well-known role of an American actor. After completing Yale University’s drama program, he went on to star in several TV series, such as “Star Trek: Voyager,” “Angel,” “The West Wing,” and “Stargate SG-1.” However, Ndefo faced several obstacles in his life. In fact, one of the most terrible events occurred in 2019 when he was involved in a hit-and-run accident and, consequently, lost both of his legs. Tragically, Ndefo was 51 years old when he passed away.
Johnny Gaudreau – August 29
Winger for the American national hockey team, who spent 11 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL). The Calgary Flames made a selection of him in the fourth round of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. In his first full NHL season, which was in the 2014–15 range, he was selected for the NHL All-Star Game. He also made it to the finals of the Calder Memorial Trophy competition. On July 13, 2022, Gaudreau inked a seven-year, $68.25 million contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets following several great seasons with the Flames. On August 29, 2024 Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were involved in a bike accident in New Jersey. The accident proved fatal. At age 31, Johnny Gaudreau departed from this life.
Juan Izquierdo – died in August 27, 2024
Football player from Uruguay. He was a central defender for Club Atlético Cerro. He also played for Peñarol, Montevideo Wanderers, and Club Nacional de Football, among other important Uruguayan football teams. At the age of 27, Juan Izquierdo lost his life tragically. This occurred on August 27, 2024. He died due to a heart attack during a Copa Libertadores match versus São Paulo Futebol Clube. The football community was devastated to learn of Izquierdo’s death because medical attempts to revive him were unsuccessful.
Sid Eudy – died in August 26, 2024
Sid Vicious, Sycho Sid, and Sid Justice are the ring names of American professional wrestlers. In the 1990s, he participated in big promotions. In this period, he became well-known in the wrestling industry. Specifically, he took part in World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE). He was a six-time world champion during his career. He won the WWF Championship once. Also, he won the WCW World Heavyweight Championship twice. Also, he was well-known for his strong character portrayals; in particular, he was well-liked by fans for his violent persona in Sycho Sid. He was the main attraction at multiple large events, such as WrestleMania VIII and XIII. He competed in high-profile matchups against legendary wrestlers like The Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, and Hulk Hogan. Sadly, a serious leg injury ended his wrestling career in 2001, though he went on to make intermittent appearances in the wrestling scene after that. Sid Eudy was sixty-three when he passed away.
Sven-Göran Eriksson – died in August 26, 2024
Former player and manager of Swedish football. He started as a right-back before moving into management, where he had a great deal of success. Furthermore, he oversaw groups including Lazio (Italy), AS Roma, Fiorentina, Sampdoria, IFK Göteborg (Sweden), and SL Benfica (Portugal). He helped Lazio win the Serie A championship in 2000, making his time there especially fruitful. Eriksson’s most well-known accomplishment may be his tenure as England’s national football team manager from 2001 to 2006. As the first foreign manager of the team, he guided England to victory in the World Cup in 2002. He also led England to victory in the European Championship in 2004, and in another World Cup in 2006.
Joe D’Alessandris – died in August 25, 2024
An American football coach who worked as the assistant offensive line coach for the Kansas City Chiefs and as the offensive line coach for the Buffalo Bills, Baltimore Ravens, and San Diego Chargers. At the age of seventy, he passed away.
Nick Mileti – died on August 21, 2024
He is an American businessman, lawyer, and sports entrepreneur. Additionally, he is best known for founding and having owned the Cleveland Cavaliers basketball team and the Cleveland Indians baseball team. He started his career as a lawyer in the Cleveland area. Later, he made a risky move by buying the Cleveland Arena. Furthermore, the team committed to founding the Cavaliers in 1970. He oversaw the process and got the team into the NBA as an expansion franchise. He paid ten million dollars for the Cleveland Indians in 1972. The Richfield Coliseum was built with Mileti’s help. It was inaugurated in 1974. The Coliseum became a major arena for the Indians and Cavaliers. Mileti was ninety-three when she died.
Joe Mack Roy – August 21
Known by his loving moniker “Pop,” Joe Mack Roy was a cherished American internet star and Air Force veteran. He rose to prominence through his lively social media presence. Moreover, he was particularly active on Facebook and TikTok, where he ran the “Pop Watch” business. He frequently shared his life experiences with his family. His witty demeanor and relevant anecdotes captivated millions of people. In 2017, his grandson Jason Roy made a Facebook page for him that attracted many fans very fast. At ninety, Joe Mack Roy departed from this life.
Maria Branyas Morera – August 19
Spanish supercentenarian of American descent who, at the age of 116, was confirmed to be the oldest living person in the world in 2023. On March 4, 1907, Branyas was born in San Francisco, California; he subsequently made his way to Spain. She served as a medic throughout the Spanish Civil War and witnessed two world wars. Strong familial ties, a cheerful outlook, and a balanced lifestyle were the keys to Branyas’s longevity. She caught COVID-19 in 2020, however she recovered without experiencing any serious symptoms. At the age of 117, Branyas departed from this life in a tranquil manner while sleeping in a nursing facility located in Olot, Spain.
Alain Delon – August 18
One of the most recognizable characters in European and international cinema is this French actor and producer. Delon became well-known in the 1960s due to his attractive appearance, magnetic personality, and brilliant performance. He worked with Michelangelo Antonioni, Jean-Pierre Melville, Luchino Visconti, and other well-known filmmakers in the film industry. “Rocco and His Brothers” (1960), “The Leopard” (1963), “Le Samouraï” (1967), and “Purple Noon” (1960) are among of his most well-known motion pictures. Delon pursued a career in film production and directing in addition to acting. Alain Delon died at the age of eighty-eight.
Afa AnoaÊ»i – August 16
American Samoan who works as a professional wrestler and manager. He and his brother Sika Anoa’i made history together as “The Wild Samoans,” a renowned tag team. In the 1970s and 1980s, the team made waves in the wrestling industry by winning numerous titles, including three WWF Tag Team Championships. In 2007, they were admitted into the WWE Hall of Fame. Roman Reigns, a WWE star currently, was his uncle (Leati Joseph Anoa’i). At the age of 81, Afa Anoa’i passed away.
Silvio Santos – August 17
Brazilian entrepreneur, media tycoon, and television host. His most notable achievement was founding and controlling SBT (Sistema Brasileiro de Televisão), one of the biggest television networks in Brazil. Santos started out as a street seller before making the switch to radio and then television. Started in 1963, ‘Programa Silvio Santos’ became his most well-known venture. His motto, “Who wants money?” and its variety structure made this show, which went on to become one of Brazil’s longest-running television shows, stand out. Apart from his work as a presenter, Santos founded and owned SBT (Sistema Brasileiro de Televisão) in 1981. SBT expanded to rank among Brazil’s biggest television networks during his direction. In 1989, he attempted to run for president but was disqualified because of his ownership of media. Silvio Santos, ninety-three, departed from this life.
Genna Rowlands – August 14
American actress renowned for her seven decades-long career spanning theater, television, and movies. Her work on movies like “A Woman Under the Influence” (1974) and “Gloria” (1980) with her late husband, actor and director John Cassavetes, made her especially well-known. Her major parts have also been in Faces (1968) and The Notebook (2004). Throughout her career, Rowlands was showered with honors, including multiple Emmy and Golden Globe wins, two Academy Award nominations, and numerous more accolades. She received an Honorary Academy Award in 2015 in recognition of her exceptional contributions to cinema. Rowlands was 94 years old when she passed away.
Kevin Sullivan – August 9
American booker and professional wrestler, most renowned for his work in World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) from the 1970s to the 1990s. Sullivan was well-known for his eerie, menacing, and frequently contentious demeanor. During his wrestling career, he represented a figure with connections to mysticism and the occult, which was extremely rare and controversial. He oversaw several groups, the most prominent of which were The Varsity Club and The Dungeon of Doom, the latter of which engaged in conflict with Hulk Hogan in World Wrestling. Sullivan was 74 years old when he passed away.
Susan Wojcicki – August 9
From 2014 to 2023, the Chief Professional Officer of YouTube was an American business professional. As the sixteenth employee to join Google in 1999, Wojcicki was instrumental in the company’s early development, supervising the 2006 acquisition of YouTube among other things. YouTube flourished under her direction and rose to prominence as one of the world’s most important video-sharing websites. In 2022, her estimated net worth was $765 million. Wojcicki fought lung cancer for a while before passing away at the age of 56.
Billy Bean – August 6
A professional baseball player who was predominantly an outfielder in Major League Baseball (MLB). He was a player for the Detroit Tigers, Los Angeles Dodgers, and San Diego Padres from 1987 until 1995. In 1992, he also played a brief season for the Kintetsu Buffaloes in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB). Bean became one of the first active MLB players to come out as gay when he came out publicly in 1999. Following his retirement, Bean started advocating for the inclusion of LGBTQ+ athletes. He was named MLB’s inaugural Ambassador for Inclusion in 2014, and by 2016, he had been promoted to Senior Vice President and Commissioner’s Special Assistant. He played a key role in encouraging inclusivity and diversity in the league. Billy Bean died at the age of 60.
Graham Thorpe – August 5
English cricketer who represented Surrey County Cricket Club and the England national side. During his stellar career, he represented England in 82 One Day Internationals (ODIs) and 100 Test matches between 1993 and 2005. As a middle-order batsman with a reputation for hitting left-handed, Thorpe played a vital role for the national team while he was there. After quitting cricket in 2005, he began working as a coach. He had stints with the England squad and was named head coach of Afghanistan, a position he did not take on because of health concerns. At the age of 55, Graham Thorpe passed away.
Roberto Linguanotto – July 28
The popular Italian dish tiramisù is credited to an Italian pastry master. Working at the famous Le Beccherie restaurant in central Treviso at the start of his career in the late 1960s, he rediscovered and reintroduced this dish. Tiramisù, which translates to “pick me up” in Italian, gained enormous popularity thanks to its blend of chocolate, mascarpone cheese, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and a hint of liquor. While there have been other changes over the years regarding preparation and form, Linguanotto’s recipe has remained the most well-liked. At eighteen, Linguanotto departed from this life.
Duke Fakir – July 22
American vocalist. He helped form The Four Tops, a legendary Motown quartet, in 1953 and was one of its founding members. Fakir was the last founding member of the ensemble still alive when he retired from the group in July 2024. Through neighborhood sports, he met fellow band member Levi Stubbs, with whom he later collaborated on music with Lawrence Payton and Renaldo “Obie” Benson. When the group first started out as “The Four Aims,” they later changed their name to “The Four Tops” during their early recording career. During the 1960s, the band achieved great success and had multiple successes, such as “Reach Out I’ll Be There,” “Baby I Need Your Loving,” and “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch).”They were well-known for their silky harmonies and contributed significantly to the Motown sound, winning both praise from critics and money. The group won numerous notable honors during their career, including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2009, and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. Heart failure claimed the life of Duke Fakir, who was 88 years old.
Lou Dobbs – July 18
American novelist, radio host, and television pundit. Most people know him from his lengthy run as the host of CNN’s business news show “Lou Dobbs Tonight.” Dobbs was well-known for his fervently conservative opinions, which included his outspoken backing of Donald Trump and his disapproval of immigration laws. His advocacy of birtherism—the false assertion that Barack Obama was not born in the United States—as well as his condemnation of trade deals like NAFTA, made him a divisive figure. He joined Fox Business Network after quitting CNN, where he hosted “Lou Dobbs Tonight” until the program was terminated in 2021. Dobbs was 78 years old when he passed away. He was called a “friend” and a “truly incredible journalist” by Donald Trump in his memory.
Bob Newhart – July 18
American actor and comedian, renowned for his stuttering delivery and deadpan humor. With his stand-up routines and his commercially successful comedy album “The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart,” which took home three Grammy Awards, Newhart rose to fame in the 1960s. After making the switch to television, he starred in two popular sitcoms: “The Bob Newhart Show” (1972–1978), in which he portrayed a psychotherapist, and “Newhart” (1982–1990), in which he played a Vermont innkeeper. His acting credits include “Legally Blonde 2,” “Horrible Bosses,” “Elf” starring Will Ferrell, and “The Big Bang Theory” where he played Professor Proton. Through his work, Newhart has received multiple honors and recognitions, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, an Emmy, and a Golden Globe. He died at the age of 94.
Joe Bryant – July 16
American coach and professional basketball player. Throughout his eight seasons in the NBA, he mostly played for the Houston Rockets, San Diego Clippers, and Philadelphia 76ers. Joe Bryant enjoyed a prosperous professional playing career across Europe, especially in Italy. One of the most well-known and prosperous basketball players in NBA history, Kobe Bryant, was his son. Kobe’s growth as a basketball player was significantly influenced and guided by Joe. After having a stroke, he died at the age of 69.
Shannen Doherty – July 13
American director, producer, and actress for television. Doherty gained notoriety mostly for her parts in hit television shows including “Charmed,” in which she played Prue Halliwell, and “Beverly Hills, 90210,” in which she played Brenda Walsh. Early in the 1980s, she made her television debut as a young actor, starring in series like “Little House on the Prairie” and “Our House.” In 2015, Doherty received a breast cancer diagnosis. Following a protracted fight with the illness, Doherty passed away at the age of 53.
Robert Towne – July 1
American director and screenwriter. The script for Roman Polanski’s 1974 film “Chinatown” is what made Towne most famous. Towne won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for the movie, which is regarded as one of the best screenplays ever written. Towne was regarded as a screenwriting virtuoso, distinguished by his ability to create memorable language and gripping narratives. As a “script doctor,” he was in great demand and uncreditedly contributed to numerous blockbuster movies, including “The Godfather” and “Bonnie and Clyde.” Other critically acclaimed movies that he wrote include “The Last Detail,” “The Firm,” “Shampoo,” and “Mission: Impossible.” He was 89 years old when he died.
Martin Mull – June 27
American musician, comedian, and actor. Mull originally became well-known for his work as a musician and comic. His comedic albums earned him multiple Grammy awards. Mull gained recognition as an actor for his parts in a number of movies and television series, such as Willard Kraft in “Sabrina the Teenage Witch,” Gene Parmesan on “Arrested Development,” Russell in “Two and a Half Men,” Colonel Mustard in “Clue,” and Leon Carp in “Roseanne.” At eighty years old, he passed away.
Bill Cobbs – June 25
American actor renowned for his broad range of stage, television, and cinema roles. Cobbs portrayed sage and commanding roles throughout his lengthy and varied career. Among his well-known movie roles are those in “The Bodyguard,” “Demolition Man,” “Air Bud,” “Night at the Museum,” and “Oz the Great and Powerful.” He has had multiple television appearances, such as in “Lost,” “The Others,” and “Go On.” Cobbs was ninety years old when he died.
hifty Shellshock – June 24
Frontman and co-founder of the rap-rock group Crazy Town, an American artist. His most well-known role was lead singer on their successful song “Butterfly,” which peaked at the beginning of the new millennium. Alongside her solo career, Binzer released the album “Happy Love Sick” in 2004. The album featured two singles: “Starry Eyed Surprise” (with Paul Oakenfold) and “Slide Along Side.” In addition, he had multiple appearances in reality TV series and movies, such as “Celebrity Rehab” and “Sober House,” while battling drug addiction all of his life. At the age of 49, Shellshock died suddenly in his Los Angeles residence in 2024.
Taylor Wily – June 20
American mixed martial artist, sumo wrestler, and actor. He was among the first Americans to participate in Japanese sumo wrestling. His roles in movies like “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” and TV shows like “Hawaii Five-0,” “Magnum P.I.”, and “MacGyver” made him well-known. Wily was 56 years old when he died in 2024.
Donald Sutherland – June 20
Actor from Canada, renowned for a multi-decade career in a wide range of films. “The Dirty Dozen,” “MAS*H,” “JFK,” “A Time to Kill,” “Kelly’s Heroes,” “Don’t Look Now,” “Animal House,” “Ad Astra,” and “The Hunger Games” series are a few of his memorable motion pictures. The actors Angus Sutherland, Rossif Sutherland, and Kiefer Sutherland were all descended from him. One of the greatest actors to never have been nominated for an Academy Award, he has been mentioned. For his services to film, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences granted him an Honorary Oscar in 2017. Sutherland died at the age of eighty-eight in 2024.
Jerry West – June 12
Numerous people consider American basketball players, coaches, and executives to be among the best players in NBA history. After spending 14 seasons as a player for the Lakers, West was selected for 10 NBA All-Star teams and was named an All-Star 14 times. He also helped the franchise to nine NBA Finals trips, including one victory in 1972. A.k.a. “Mr. Clutch” for his clutch baskets and scoring prowess, West’s silhouette was used as the NBA emblem. He won six NBA titles as a player, coach, general manager, and scout for the Lakers after he retired from the game. As one of the best players and executives in NBA history, West was recognized with two awards: the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2019 and induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1980. West died at the age of 86 in 2024.
William Anders – June 7
American astronaut, electrical engineer, nuclear engineer, major general in the United States Air Force (USAF), and businessman. He participated in the 1968 Apollo 8 mission, the first crewed lunar orbital flight. He took the famous “Earthrise” picture during the trip, showing the Earth rising above the lunar surface. This picture came to represent both Anders’ remarkable talent and humankind’s accomplishments in space exploration. Anders died in a plane crash at the age of 90 in 2024.
Tom Bower – May 30
The American actor was well-known for his parts in several movies and television shows. Bower has acted in films such as “El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie,” “Die Hard 2,” “Beverly Hills Cop II,” “Nixon,” “The Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans,” “Crazy Heart,” “The X-Files,” “Pollock,” “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” and “Lucky Hank” over his career. He died at the age of eighty-six in 2024.
Jeannette Charles – June 2
British actress who, because of her likeness to the monarch, played Queen Elizabeth II frequently. Following his study of the Queen’s appearance and voice, Charles went on to make in-character cameos at business gatherings and trade exhibitions before branching out into movies. Having played the Queen in multiple productions, she is best known for her roles in the movies “National Lampoon’s European Vacation” (1985), “Austin Powers in Goldmember” (2002), and “The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!” (1988). She has appeared on television on programs like “Doctor Snuggles,” “To the Manor Born,” and “Saturday Night Live.” At the age of 96, she died in 2024.
Bill Walton – May 27
American sportscaster and professional basketball player for television. He was an NBA player with the Portland Trail Blazers, San Diego/Los Angeles Clippers, and Boston Celtics in addition to being a collegiate basketball player at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Walton was selected as the 1978 NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) after winning a championship with the Portland Trail Blazers in 1977. As a crucial reserve player for the Boston Celtics in 1986, he also took home another championship. His passing and defensive prowess earned him a spot in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He became a basketball analyst after retirement. Walton was 71 years old when he died in 2024.
Johnny Wactor – May 25
This American actor gained notoriety for playing the character of Brando Corbin on the enduring soap opera “General Hospital.” He became a fan favorite shortly after joining the cast in January 2020. One of the main plot points of the show is the extended Corinthos family, which is represented by Wactor’s character, Brando Corbin. Prior to his work on “General Hospital,” Wactor starred in several movies and TV shows. Among the television series he has worked on are “Westworld,” “Siberia,” “NCIS,” “Criminal Minds,” “Animal Kingdom,” and “The OA.” At the age of 37, Wactor was shot and died in downtown Los Angeles on May 25, 2024. Three males tried to steal a catalytic converter from his car, and they attacked him.
Alice Munro – May 13
Renowned Canadian author recognized for her remarkable short stories. Because of her expertise in the modern short story form, she was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2013. Munro’s writings capture the complexity of daily life with exact imagery, poetic eloquence, and deep emotional depth. She was born and raised in Ontario, started writing as a youngster, and overcame early rejections to pursue her writing profession. Some of Munro’s best-known pieces are “Dance of the Happy Shades,” “Dear Life,” “The Moons of Jupiter,” and “Runaway.” The Governor General’s Award, the Man Booker International Prize, and the Nobel Prize in Literature are only a few of the honors she has won. At the age of 92, she died in 2024.
Sean Burroughs – May 9
Third baseman in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the San Diego Padres, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Minnesota Twins, born in the United States. In Sydney in 2000, he took home a gold medal at the Summer Olympics. While coaching his son in a Little League game at Long Beach, Burroughs passed away. His age was forty-three.
César Luis Menotti – May 5
Argentine football player and head coach who led the Argentina national team to victory in the 1978 FIFA World Cup. He played for Argentina and has a great career with teams like Rosario Central and Boca Juniors. After turning to coaching, Menotti created an offensive, possession-based style of play that became recognized as “Menottismo.” He was named manager of the Argentina national team in 1974, and four years later, he led them to their first-ever World Cup victory. Following the victory in 1978, he managed several other teams in Uruguay, Spain, Argentina, and Mexico in the ensuing decades, solidifying his reputation as one of the most significant individuals in Argentine football history. He died at the age of 85 in 2024.
Bernard Hill – May 5
actor from England. His most well-known roles were as Captain Edward Smith in the movie “Titanic” and as Théoden, King of Rohan, in the “Lord of the Rings” film trilogy. He was 79 years old when he died in 2024.
O.J. Simpson – April 10
Actor, broadcaster, and running back in American football. Simpson first rose to prominence as the USC Trojans’ two-time All-American halfback, who set NCAA records and took home the Heisman Trophy in 1968. In 1969, he became a professional player for the Buffalo Bills. He went on to have a great NFL career, gaining the moniker “The Juice.” Following his football retirement, Simpson worked as an actor and broadcaster. His acting credits include the miniseries “Roots” and the “The Naked Gun” trilogy. In 1994, Simpson faced charges related to the deaths of Nicole Brown Simpson, his ex-wife, and Ronald Goldman, her friend. Despite being found not guilty in a criminal trial in 1995, he was judged responsible for their deaths in a civil trial in 1996 and had to reimburse the relatives of the victims with $33.5 million in damages. Simpson was given a maximum term of 33 years in jail in 2008 for kidnapping and armed robbery; however, he was granted parole and was freed in 2017. At the age of 76, he died from prostate cancer in 2024.
Akira Toriyama – March 1
Born in Nagoya, Japan, on April 5, 1955, Toriyama is a Japanese manga artist and character designer best known for iconic works such as “Dr. Slump” and “Dragon Ball.” His creations made a lasting impression on the manga and anime industry worldwide, and “Dragon Ball” went on to become one of the most successful and well-known manga series ever, selling 260 million copies worldwide and being largely responsible for the period when manga circulation peaked in the mid-1980s and mid-1990s. At the age of 68, Toriyama passed away from an acute subdural hematoma in 2024.
Jacob Rothschild – February 26
The 4th Baron Rothschild, also called Jacob Rothschild, was an investment banker, British peer, and a member of the well-known Rothschild banking family. As a member of the House of Lords, Rothschild participated in a variety of facets of British public life. He was honored for his contributions to the field of art philanthropy, especially as a result of his leadership roles at the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the National Gallery. Also, he was a well-known philanthropist who generously contributed to many humanitarian initiatives in Israel, the United Kingdom, and Europe. He also had a strong affinity for Jewish culture. He was 87 years old when he died in 2024.
Kenneth Mitchell – February 24
actor from Canada. His television roles including those in “Jericho,” “Ghost Whisperer,” “The Astronaut Wives Club,” “Notorious,” “Frequency,” and “Star Trek: Discovery” made him well-known. In “Captain Marvel,” he portrayed Joseph Danvers; in “Star Trek: Discovery,” he played Aurellio and the Klingons Kol, Kol-Sha, and Tenavik. He was 49 years old when he died in 2024.
Andreas Brehme – February 20
German soccer player. Brehme played for several German teams, such as Bayern Munich and FC Kaiserslautern. He also spent time in Italy at Inter Milan and Spain at Real Zaragoza. With Kaiserlauten in 1998 and Bayern Munich in 1987, he shared two Bundesliga titles. He won the UEFA Cup in 1991 and the Serie A in 1989 with Inter Milan, when he was also voted player of the year.
Brehme received 86 caps for Germany and scored eight goals, one of which came from a penalty kick in the 85th minute against Argentina in the 1990 FIFA World Cup Final.
His exceptional technical ability, endurance, defensive prowess, tactical awareness, and ability to make attacking runs made him one of the best left-backs of his generation. He was also able to effectively cover the flank and make contributions on both ends of the field. On February 20, 2024, Brehme passed away at the age of 63 from a heart arrest.
Kelvin Kiptum – February 11
Kenyan long-distance runner who has achieved great success in marathon running. Kiptum won the 2023 London Marathon in a time of 2:01:25, shattering Eliud Kipchoge’s record by 34 seconds. In 2023, he also broke the men’s marathon world record in Chicago, running the race in 2 hours and 35 seconds. At the age of 24, Kiptum passed away in a fatal road accident in Kenya.
Christopher Priest – February 2
Science fiction and novelist from Britain. “The Inverted World,” “The Affirmation,” “The Glamour,” “The Islanders,” and “The Separation” are a few of his works. Among his best-known books is “The Prestige,” a 1995 book that Christopher Nolan turned into a movie starring Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Scarlett Johansson, and David Bowie. At the age of 80, Christopher Priest passed away.
Dexter King – January 22
American novelist, lawyer, and fighter for animal rights and civil rights. Civil rights activists Coretta Scott King and Martin Luther King Jr. were the parents of Dexter King. In addition to his efforts for civil rights, Dexter King has strived to uphold and honor his parents’ heritage. He served as the head of the Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change, a post he took on after the death of his mother, in 2006. The King Center is committed to achieving nonviolent social change and the legacy and philosophy of Martin Luther King Jr. He was sixty-two when he died.
Franz Beckenbauer – January 7
one of the best defenders and players in football history, and a German player by most accounts. Born in 1945, Beckenbauer gained notoriety for his remarkable talent, cunning on the field, and versatility as a central defender or sweeper.
Playing for Bayern Munich and then the New York Cosmos in the North American Soccer League, he enjoyed an incredibly successful career. As captain and standout player, Beckenbauer won multiple championships, including four Bundesliga crowns with Bayern Munich, three European Cups, and a crucial part in Germany’s 1974 FIFA World Cup victory. Following his playing career, Beckenbauer made the move to management. He enjoyed great success as a coach, helping the German national team win the World Cup in 1990. At the age of 78, Beckenbauer passed away.
Mario Zagallo – January 5
Brazilian coach and player of football. In both Brazilian and international football history, he played a crucial role. Zagallo was the first player to win the World Cup in both his roles as a coach (1970) and played (1958 and 1962). He was ninety-two when he died.
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