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JANUARY
20 – Rob Hirst (69): Australian drummer, songwriter and activist, best known as a founding member of Midnight Oil. Renowned for his powerful, driving style and politically charged songwriting, he helped shape iconic albums like Diesel and Dust and global anthem “Beds Are Burning.” For over four decades, he combined music with outspoken advocacy for Indigenous rights and environmental causes, becoming one of Australia’s most influential rock musicians.
30 – Catherine O’Hara (71): Canadian actress and comedian celebrated for her brilliant character work and comedic timing. Rose to fame on SCTV and became widely beloved as Moira Rose on Schitt’s Creek, winning an Emmy in 2020. Also unforgettable as Kevin’s mother in Home Alone, she is admired for her versatility across film and television.
FEBRUARY
15 – Robert Duvall (95): Acclaimed American actor and director, widely regarded as one of the finest performers of his generation. He won an Academy Award for Best Actor for Tender Mercies (1983) and delivered unforgettable performances as Tom Hagen in The Godfather and Lt. Col. Kilgore in Apocalypse Now. Known for his quiet intensity and authenticity, his career has spanned more than six decades across film, television, and stage.
23 – Robert Carradine (71): Actor – Best known for portraying lovable nerd Lewis Skolnick in the cult comedy Revenge of the Nerds and its sequels, helping turn the film into one of the defining college comedies of the 1980s. Member of the renowned Carradine family, son of John Carradine and brother of David Carradine, with a career spanning decades across film and television.
27 – Neil Sedaka (86): Singer–songwriter and pianist – One of the most successful pop hitmakers of the late 1950s–60s and a major songwriter of the Brill Building era. Known for classics like “Oh! Carol,” “Calendar Girl,” and “Breaking Up Is Hard to Do,” he later revived his career in the 1970s with hits such as “Laughter in the Rain” and “Bad Blood.” Famous for his melodic songwriting partnership with lyricist Howard Greenfield.
March
19 – Chuck Norris (86): Martial artist, actor, and pop-culture icon – Rose to fame through martial arts championships before starring in action films and the long-running TV series Walker, Texas Ranger. Renowned for his tough-guy persona, he became an internet legend through “Chuck Norris Facts,” exaggerating his strength and invincibility, cementing his status as a symbol of exaggerated masculinity and enduring cultural humor.
April
20 – Alan Osmond (76): Musician – Founding member and leader of The Osmonds, a hugely successful 1970s pop group known for hits like “One Bad Apple.” As the eldest brother, he guided their rise to international fame and shaped their wholesome image. Later stepped back from performing after developing multiple sclerosis, but remained active behind the scenes, contributing to the group’s enduring legacy.
26 – Nedra Talley (80): Singer – Founding member of the iconic 1960s girl group The Ronettes, best known for hits like “Be My Baby.” Distinguished by her steady harmonies alongside lead singer Ronnie Spector, she helped shape the sound of the girl group era under producer Phil Spector and his influential “Wall of Sound” style, leaving a lasting mark on pop music history.
May
6 – Ted Turner (87): Media Mogul – Founded CNN, the world’s first 24-hour news network, and built a broadcasting empire that included TBS, TNT, Cartoon Network and Turner Classic Movies. A pioneer of cable television, he transformed how audiences consumed news and entertainment, while also becoming a major philanthropist and environmental advocate through his billion-dollar charitable giving and conservation efforts.
June
12 – Ronnie Schell (94): Actor and comedian – Best remembered as Marine Pvt. Duke Slater, Gomer Pyle’s witty best friend on the classic sitcom Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. A longtime stand-up comedian dubbed “America’s Slowest Rising Comedian,” he enjoyed a career spanning more than seven decades, with memorable roles in Good Morning, World, numerous hit TV series, and voice work in animated favorites including The Smurfs.
14 – Anne Schedeen (77): Actress – Best remembered as Kate Tanner, the devoted mother on the beloved NBC sitcom ALF (1986–1990), appearing in all four seasons and over 100 episodes. A familiar face on television throughout the 1970s and 1980s, she also had memorable roles on Paper Dolls, Three’s Company, Cheers, and Emergency!, earning a reputation as a dependable and versatile television actress.
30 – Victor Willis (74): Singer and songwriter – Best remembered as the original lead singer and co-founder of the disco group Village People, helping create global pop culture hits including “Y.M.C.A.,” “Macho Man,” and “In the Navy.” Known for his iconic policeman persona, Willis became one of the defining voices of the disco era, with songs that remain instantly recognizable and celebrated worldwide decades later.
July
6 – Louise Lasser (86): Actress – Best remembered for starring in the groundbreaking sitcom Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman (1976–1977), earning widespread critical acclaim for her unique comedic and dramatic performance. She was also an original cast member of Saturday Night Live and appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout a career spanning more than six decades, becoming a distinctive presence in American comedy and television.
9 – Randolph Mantooth (79): Actor – Best known for starring as paramedic John Gage on the hit TV series Emergency! (1972–1977), which helped inspire public interest in emergency medical services and paramedicine. A longtime advocate for firefighter and EMS safety, he has spent decades supporting first responders through public education, speaking engagements, and safety campaigns.
13 – Sam Neill (78): Actor – Acclaimed New Zealand star best remembered as paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park franchise. During a career spanning more than five decades, he also delivered acclaimed performances in The Piano, My Brilliant Career, Dead Calm, The Hunt for Red October, Event Horizon, and Peaky Blinders, earning a reputation as one of the most versatile and respected actors of his generation.