Author Topic: 2025 Celebrity Deaths (Read 2322 times)

Data Report · « **on:** January 11, 2025, 02:09:01 am »

In this thread, we will archive and remember the celebrities who have died this year. Can be any cause of death and even a death where the cause is unknown.

Data Report · « **Reply #1 on:** January 11, 2025, 02:10:03 am »

Sam Moore from the popular group Sam & Dave died on Friday January 10th 2025. He was 89 years 0ld at this time he is said to have died at his home in Florida after having an unspecified surgery but no cause of death was given.

Source of information.

1. NY Post

https://nypost.com/2025/01/10/entertainment/sam-moore-half-of-iconic-soul-duo-sam-and-dave-dead-at-89/

Here is a popular song from Sam And Dave, "Hold on I'm Coming"

Data Report · « **Reply #2 on:** January 11, 2025, 02:47:28 am »

British TV entertainer Kerry Wilson has died at 56 years old from Flu. She was well known on many British programs over the years.

Source of information.

1. Celebrity.nine

https://celebrity.nine.com.au/latest/kerry-wilson-death-entertainer-impressionist-bbc-star-aged-56-influenza-a/3d7ab4c9-a934-4d8c-adb7-aa484e533491

Data Report · « **Reply #3 on:** January 13, 2025, 01:11:00 am »

Leslie Charleson, ‘General Hospital’ Icon Who Played Monica Quartermaine, Dies at 79. It was announced that she died on Sunday morning January 12th 2025. It is not 100% clear the cause of death but she did suffer many falls and the most recent one hospitalized her and then she died. There must have been severe complications from the most recent fall leading up to her death.

Source of information.
1. Variety

https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/leslie-charleson-general-hospital-dies-79-1236272564/

Data Report · « **Reply #4 on:** January 22, 2025, 01:26:53 am »

British rock guitarist John Sykes, who played with Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy, died on January 20th, 2025 at the age of 65. His cause of death is said to be Cancer.

Source of information.

1. BBC

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp8qvz0gq90o

Masked Man · « **Reply #5 on:** May 09, 2025, 01:12:48 am »

Marianne Faithfull

Marianne Faithfull died peacefully at the age of 78 on January 30, 2025, in London, surrounded by her family. Her spokesperson confirmed the news but did not specify the cause of death. While she had a history of serious health issues, including breast cancer, emphysema, bulimia, and a recent bout with COVID-19, the details of her final cause of death were not made public.

Source: AI Overview

In honor of those whose lives have been affected by covid,
Here's Masked Man's

safe stay at home remote online performance and Musical Tribute to Marianne Faithfull

I play my guitar and try to sing one of her big hits in honor of her:

"As Tears Go By"
Audio Mp3 Link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qansmjHwAggqNNE2JyCHzKCuMlCB8rmU/view?usp=sharing

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Masked Man · « **Reply #6 on:** May 09, 2025, 07:44:56 pm »

Quote from: Data Report on January 11, 2025, 02:10:03 am

Sam Moore from the popular group Sam & Dave died on Friday January 10th 2025. He was 89 years 0ld at this time he is said to have died at his home in Florida after having an unspecified surgery but no cause of death was given.

Source of information.

1. NY Post

https://nypost.com/2025/01/10/entertainment/sam-moore-half-of-iconic-soul-duo-sam-and-dave-dead-at-89/

Here is a popular song from Sam And Dave, "Hold on I'm Coming"

I can't even count the times we all sang to theSam&Dave hits on the radio!

Here's Masked Man's

safe stay at home remote online performance and Musical Tribute to Sam Moore of Sam & Dave!

In honor of Sam Moore, The Masked Man tries to belt out some soul...

"Thank You"
audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VxVYyQn3zuS_JXqWnZcDGg_nLAyTYAJJ/view?usp=sharing

"Soul Man"
audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WGsnATLwx7-fsrvkCtVgiKo2MAbF7i8i/view?usp=sharing
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Masked Man · « **Reply #7 on:** May 09, 2025, 09:07:35 pm »

Quote from: Data Report on January 22, 2025, 01:26:53 am

British rock guitarist John Sykes, who played with Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy, died on January 20th, 2025 at the age of 65. His cause of death is said to be Cancer.

Source of information.

1. BBC

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp8qvz0gq90o

Here's Masked Man's

safe stay at home remote online performance and Musical Tribute to John Sykes of Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy!

"The Boys are Back In Town" In honor of John Sykes
Audio Mp3 Link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WWV2zDwBDj43Kw8bV0KHvY3ZqLk_STEp/view?usp=sharing

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Masked Man · « **Reply #8 on:** May 17, 2025, 12:42:28 am »

Gene Barge, known as "Daddy G" American R&B and rock saxophonist Who Played on Landmark Hits of the rock and soul era, Dies at 98,

SUMMARY:
Gene Barge, one of the last surviving saxophonists of the golden age of R&B, whose career ran the gamut of 20th-century Black popular music, died on Sunday at his home in Chicago. He was 98.

His death was confirmed by his daughter Gina Barge.

Link:
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/04/arts/music/gene-barge-dead.htmlBy Bill Friskics-Warren

Amongst many projects, Gene Barge, known as "Daddy G" worked with Jackie Wilson otherwise known as "Mr Excitement"

In honor of Gene Barge, The Masked Man tries to belt out some soul ... Thank you Gene Barge for that beautiful R&B you gave us! Bless your soul Daddy G!

Masked man pays homage and Sings Jackie Wilson In honor of Gene Barge, known as "Daddy G" may your soul be blowing that sax in Heaven!....

"Reet Petite"
Audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18lV7hc_ULpTtdTABXiHSSN-wIMUY7i0o/view?usp=sharing

"Higher and Higher"
Audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C-EqoL3pXynYke0vRTovSOw1EUwtFlCc/view?usp=sharing

"I'll Be Satisfied"
Audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aThTwbIwcBYXWcYq8UgdQlL2_kwvEo1U/view?usp=sharing

"Lonely Teardrops"
Audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uN71NB9cJGdjUIYCOS4BlMP1e-wBQTCC/view?usp=sharing

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Masked Man · « **Reply #9 on:** May 17, 2025, 01:36:27 am »

Barry Goldberg, Blues Keyboardist and Part of Bob Dylan’s Newport Band, Dead at 83
The late Chicago-based musician "left a massive imprint,"
2025

Source 1. Rolling Stone

LINK:
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/barry-goldberg-keyboardist-bob-dylan-newport-band-dead-obituary-1235244237/

Here's Masked Man's

safe stay at home remote online performance and Musical Tribute to Barry Goldberg!

Masked man pays homage and Sings some Bob Dylan songs Barry Goldberg has played on before...In honor of Barry Goldberg, Blues Keyboardist... somewhere out there beyond this cosmos we mere mortals know, brother Barry, I just know you're still pushing in those ivory keys pumping out that magic spell of music!

Simple Twist of Fate
AUDIO MP3 lINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qXzXdaXB5s9hp8HhOymifnjffblekAyN/view?usp=sharing

Desolation Row
AUDIO MP3 lINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/13Wk_lbZE6djL3Ed9w2fNlGAd150NpdLD/view?usp=sharing

Tangled Up in Blue
AUDIO MP3 lINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BkeKY_P2uJZuSeQJ-m_tcDpbeSEIyqJC/view?usp=sharing

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Masked Man · « **Reply #10 on:** May 20, 2025, 07:34:14 pm »

Peter Yarrow, Folk icon, of Peter, Paul and Mary, dies at 86

By Caitlin Hayes, Cornell Chronicle January 7, 2025

Musician Peter Yarrow ’59, who drew early inspiration from his time at Cornell before joining the legendary folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary, died Jan. 7 in Manhattan. He was 86.

In 1961, Yarrow teamed with Mary Travers and Noel Paul Stookey to form one of the most popular folk acts of the 1960s.

LINK:
https://news.cornell.edu/stories/2025/01/folk-icon-peter-yarrow-59-peter-paul-and-mary-dies-86

Here's Masked Man's
safe stay at home remote online performance and Musical Tribute to Peter Yarrow!

I got tears..I can't even tell you how many times have I spun a Peter Paul and Mary record album and how many songs Peter Paul and Mary made famous while growing up... part of my life is gone every time a troubadour passes away..Peter, Paul, and Mary made helped bring so many of these songs come to life...

Where Have All The Flowers Gone By Pete Seeger(traditional)
Audio mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10xZKbQ6Yah3AqKbrTGr3xwLOPWpoFTT3/view?usp=sharing

"Don't Think Twice" by Dylan
Audio mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/120_ldypfKmw_mE-f2ok18McNOOP2RJr2/view?usp=sharing

500 miles by Hedy West(sometimes accredited to others) Sung live by Masked Man and a loved one
Audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ltrfenJw8kdpa5aiO4ouhwCn9k6kuJo6/view?usp=sharing

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Masked Man · « **Reply #11 on:** May 20, 2025, 09:37:48 pm »

George Wendt, Cheers star dies at 76

George Wendt, who starred as Norm Peterson in the popular comedy series Cheers, has died at the age of 76.

The beloved actor and comedian died peacefully in his sleep at his home early on Tuesday morning, his family said.

"George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him. He will be missed forever," a representative told the BBC.

Wendt starred as Norm in all 275 episodes of Cheers, which ran from 1982-93. He earned six consecutive Emmy nominations for outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series.

2 hours ago
Ali Abbas Ahmadi
BBC News

LINK:
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2xx998102o

Here's Masked Man's
safe stay at home remote online performance and Musical Tribute to actor George Wendt!

Countless times, for so many people, George Wendt brought a laugh or a smile to our faces whenever we turned "Cheers" on in our living rooms..
...so here's to you "Norm" ...
Masked Man tries to sing the "Cheer's " theme song by Gary Portnoy in honor of George Wendt
Audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Pr6OUc040cPd_ddfzxQGYukM9O_EECbs/view?usp=sharing

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Masked Man · « **Reply #12 on:** June 10, 2025, 08:09:16 pm »

Sly Stone, Passed away Monday, June 9 2025

Sly Stone, visionary funk frontman of the Family Stone, has died at age 82

the remarkable, eccentric frontman, singer, songwriter and producer of his family group, Sly & the Family Stone, died in Los Angeles on Monday, June 9. The musical icon had been battling lung disease, according to a statement provided by his family. He was 82.

LINK:
https://www.npr.org/2025/06/09/1209525990/sly-stone-obituary

Here's Masked Man's
safe stay at home remote online performance and Musical Tribute to Sly of Sly & The Family Stone!

Masked Man tries to sing "Dance To The Music" in honor of Sly
audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-JZY7bXwyvNc8XcySG63-1t1b_DJ90WG/view?usp=sharing

I mean come on how many times have I heard Sly & the Family Stone on the old radio while riding in the car somewhere with my pa!? Sly & the Family Stone had it down pat!

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Masked Man · « **Reply #13 on:** June 11, 2025, 04:47:54 am »

Garth Hudson of The Band
passed away January 21, 2025

Garth Hudson, last surviving member of The Band, dies at 87
"NEW YORK (AP) — Garth Hudson, the Band’s virtuoso keyboardist and all-around musician who drew from a unique palette of sounds and styles to add a conversational touch to such rock standards as “Up on Cripple Creek,” “The Weight” and “Rag Mama Rag,” has died at age 87.

Hudson was the eldest and last surviving member of the influential group that once backed Bob Dylan."
LINK:
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/arts/garth-hudson-last-surviving-member-of-the-band-dies-at-87

Here's Masked Man's
safe stay at home remote online performance and Musical Tribute to Garth Hudson Of The Band

Masked Man tries to sing The Band's "The Shape I'm In"
in honor of Garth Hudson
Audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1J2CnU9iHAHdB3Qyifw8_1TujBf7ekRx6/view?usp=sharing

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Masked Man · « **Reply #14 on:** June 11, 2025, 03:23:03 pm »

Brian Wilson, Beach Boys cofounder and 'God Only Knows' genius, dies at 82

"Brian Wilson, an eclectic genius whose sunny Beach Boys songs helped define a revved-up era of American popular music, has died at age 82.

Wilson's family announced his death on social media Wednesday, June 11, and did not cite a cause."
LINK:
https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2025/06/11/brian-wilson-dead-beach-boys/8436413002/

Covid related UPDATE:
SUMMARY:
Brian Wilson 'went silent' and 'became detached' after battling COVID-19.
LINK:
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/brian-wilson-went-silent-became-080000064.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly90LmNvLw&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAG-lYmerR-k03CnaninNMVaqm04Yv-NzH8Vo1f8e_T73Ita180wAApR8C0-7PfxPOYSt9kC2qqs2rPkfKPMM8gvS08KMvxwDGzmYud8Zte5MQDI-RCPQiSaIlrTqMUqSfBw6F2l7jhB33PiVL2fKnqfGdggX9yDt5ijy9T9U5aUk

Here's Masked Man's
safe stay at home remote online performance and Musical Tribute to Brian Wilson Of The Beach Boys

Masked Man quadruples his voice in this recording and tries (try is the key word here) to sing:
The Beach Boys' "God Only Knows
in honor of Brian Wilson
Audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/127A7sFHavQ4KKmIb35PMwiSCgUW-CaAX/view?usp=sharing

&
Masked Man tries to sing The Beach Boys' "Help Me Rhonda"
in honor of Brian Wilson
Audio Mp3 LINK:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jA0TjY2X3Y6337hTBLAQlnNTjipxqD5h/view?usp=sharing

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