The year 2023 has already seen a significant number of celebrity deaths in the entertainment industry. From musicians to actors, comedians to businesswomen, the world has lost some of its brightest and most talented stars.
Their contributions to the arts and culture have left a lasting impact, and their legacies will continue to inspire future generations.
All the Celebrity Deaths in 2023
| Celebrity Name | Profession | Birth Date | Death Date |
| Brian “Brizz” Gillis | Musician and co-founder of ’90s boy band LFO | N/A | March 29, 2023 |
| Ryuichi Sakamoto | Oscar-winning Music Composer | January 17, 1952 | March 28, 2023 |
| Tom Leadon | Musician | September 16, 1952 | March 22, 2023 |
| Darcelle XV | Drag icon | November 16, 1930 | March 2023 |
| Nicholas Lloyd Webber | Composer | July 2, 1979 | March 25, 2023 |
| Wayne Swinny | Guitarist and founding member of the nu metal band Saliva | 1963 | March 22, 2023 |
| Gunter Nezhoda | Actor and TV personality | 1956 | March 21, 2023 |
| Peter Werner | Director | January 17, 1947 | March 21, 2023 |
| Paul Grant | Actor and stuntman | February 3, 1967 | March 21, 2023 |
| Lance Reddick | Actor | February 7, 1969 | March 17, 2023 |
| Norman Steinberg | Screenwriter | July 23, 1939 | March 15, 2023 |
| Bobby Caldwell | Musician | August 15, 1951 | March 14, 2023 |
| Costa Titch | Rapper | December 14, 1994 | March 11, 2023 |
| Chaim Topol | Actor | September 9, 1935 | March 9, 2023 |
| Bert I. Gordon | Director | September 24, 1922 | March 8, 2023 |
| Ian Falconer | Author, Illustrator, Set Designer | August 25, 1959 | March 7, 2023 |
| Gary Rossington | Musician | December 4, 1951 | March 5, 2023 |
| Judy Heumann | Disability Rights Activist | November 18, 1947 | March 4, 2023 |
| Ted Donaldson | Actor | August 20, 1933 | March 1, 2023 |
| Tom Sizemore | Actor | November 29, 1961 | March 3, 2023 |
| Steve Mackey | Record Producer, Musician | October 19, 1966 | March 2, 2023 |
| Wayne Shorter | Jazz Saxophonist, Composer | August 25, 1933 | March 2, 2023 |
| Ricou Browning | Actor | February 19, 1930 | February 27, 2023 |
| Dorian Zev Kweller | Musician | May 30th, 2006 | February 27, 2023 |
| Burny Mattinson | Animator, Director, Producer | October 27, 1935 | February 27, 2023 |
| Gordon Pinsent | Actor | July 12, 1930 | February 25, 2023 |
| Jansen Panettiere | Actor | September 25, 1994 | February 19, 2023 |
| Richard Belzer | Comedian, Actor, Author | August 4, 1944 | February 19, 2023 |
| Barbara Bosson | Actress | November 1, 1939 | February 18, 2023 |
| Kyle Jacobs | Songwriter | June 26, 1973 | February 17, 2023 |
| Stella Stevens | Actress | October 1, 1938 | February 17, 2023 |
| Chuck Jackson | R&B Singer | July 22, 1937 | February 16, 2023 |
| Raquel Welch | Actress | September 5, 1940 | February 15, 2023 |
| Austin Majors | Actor | November 23, 1995 | February 11, 2023 |
| David Jolicoeur | Rapper/Musician | September 21, 1968 | February 12, 2023 |
| Lisa Marie Presley | Singer-Songwriter | February 1, 1968 | January 12, 2023 |
| Robbie Bachman | Musician | September 18, 1953 | January 12, 2023 |
| Charles Kimbrough | Actor | May 23, 1936 | January 11, 2023 |
| Ben Masters | Actor | May 6, 1947 | January 11, 2023 |
| Carole Cook | Comedian | January 14, 1924 | January 11, 2023 |
| Jeff Beck | Musician | June 24, 1944 | January 10, 2023 |
| Tatjana Patitz | Supermodel | March 25, 1966 | January 11, 2022 |
| Melinda Dillon | Actress | October 13, 1939 | January 9, 2022 |
| Adam Rich | Actor | October 12, 1968 | January 7, 2022 |
| Earl Boen | Actor/Voice actor | November 7, 1945 | January 5, 2022 |
| Fred White | Musician (Drummer) | January 13, 1954 | January 1, 2022 |
| Gangsta Boo | Rapper | August 7, 1978 | January 1, 2022 |
The entertainment industry has once again experienced significant losses in 2023. The year started with the passing of Gangsta Boo and Fred White, followed by the sudden deaths of actors Earl Boen, Ben Masters, and Melinda Dillon, all of whom had contributed immensely to the world of film and television.
The music industry also lost talented individuals such as Brian Gillis, Tom Leadon, Wayne Swinny, and Robbie Bachman, leaving behind a legacy of melody that will continue to inspire future generations.
The world of comedy was hit hard with the loss of Richard Belzer and Carole Cook, while the drag community mourned the death of Darcelle XV. The passing of disability rights activist Judy Heumann was also a significant loss for the community, as she was a passionate advocate for equal rights and opportunities.
Despite these losses, we can take comfort in knowing that these celebrities’ contributions to their respective fields will continue to live on through their work.
They have left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, inspiring countless individuals and leaving a lasting legacy. Their passing serves as a reminder to cherish our time with loved ones and celebrate the lives and accomplishments of those who have left us.
As we mourn their passing, we can take solace in the fact that their memory will continue to live on through the work they left behind.
We can honor their legacy by supporting and appreciating the arts, music, and entertainment they dedicated their lives to.
Rest in peace to all the celebrities who passed away in 2023. Your legacy will never be forgotten.
