Obituaries

2026 saw the passing of many influential figures, from actors and musicians to activists and pioneers, leaving behind lasting legacies.

The Houston Texans organization is mourning the loss of co-founder and Senior Chair Janice S. McNair, who passed away Tuesday at the age of 89. The team announced that McNair died peacefully with her family by her side. RELATED: Texans Bring Back Original Stadium Name RELATED: Houston Texans 2026 Schedule Released McNair played a pivotal […]

Houston’s music community is mourning the loss of rising rapper Judy World, who was killed in a stabbing incident in southeast Houston. According to court records, Judy World, whose real name was Krystal Jordan, was involved in an altercation on Bat Sheva Lane. Houston police responded to the scene and found Jordan suffering from stab […]

Hollywood is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved actors. Sam Neill, the acclaimed New Zealand actor whose career spanned more than five decades, has died at the age of 78. RELATED: 30 Celebs Who Lost Major Weight [Photos] RELATED: 30 Celebrities Lost to Drug Related Deaths Neill became a global star in […]

Music executive Clive Davis, who launched careers of stars like Whitney Houston, dies at 94 after decades shaping the industry.

Legendary R&B singer Peabo Bryson passes away at 75, leaving a musical legacy spanning decades of cherished love songs.

Ted Turner, the visionary founder of CNN and a trailblazer in media and philanthropy, has passed away at 87.

The three-time All-Star infielder and beloved manager, known for his grit and leadership, passed away after a lengthy battle with pancreatic cancer. RIP Scrap Iron.

MLB mourns Terrance Gore, 3-time World Series champ celebrated for speed, community impact, and inspiring Black athletes.

Ron Kenoly, the powerhouse gospel singer and worship leader whose vibrant anthems like “Ancient of Days” and “Jesus Is Alive” became Sunday morning staples for Black churches and congregations worldwide, died Feb. 3. He was 81. His death was confirmed by his longtime music director, Bruno Miranda, who described Kenoly not as an entertainer, but […]

Elder Lawrence Blake, who served on the pastoral staff of West Angeles Church of God in Christ, died last week at 54.

Legendary dancer Carmen de Lavallade, who broke barriers and inspired generations, has passed away at 94.