Celebrity deaths 2018, Which Famous Faces Have Died This Year?
Celebrity deaths 2018 - which famous faces have died this year? Joe Jackson, Sophie Gradon and XXXTentacion
Jun 28, 2018 11:01 AWe remember the stars who have passed away in 2018 and the legacies they have left behind
IN 2018 the world has said goodbye to some of its most famous stars from the world of sports, entertainment and television.
Here we take an opportunity to honour the much-loved figures who are no longer with us...
Which celebrities have died in 2018?
Sophie Gradon
Sophie, 32, was famed for being on Love Island on series 2 in 2016.
On June 21, 2018 it was revealed she had been found dead at her home.
XXXTentacion
Controversial American rapper XXXTentacion was shot dead in an apparent armed robbery on June 18, 2018 Miami.
The 20-year-old was gunned down as he left a South Florida motorcycle dealership, thought to have died in his car and declared dead at hospital.
Leslie Grantham
EastEnders' Dirty Den actor Leslie Grantham passed away on June 15, 2018.
It had been announced earlier in the week that he was gravely ill and had been admitted to hospital.
While his spokespeople won't confirm his cause of death, it is thought that he had terminal cancer.
Jackson Odell, 20
On June 8, The Goldbergs actor Jackson Odell was found dead at his home in the San Fernando Valley.
Jackson was found "unresponsive in a sober living home" according to TMZ.
Peter Stringfellow, 77
The legendary nightclub owner passed away on Thursday, June 7, after a secret battle with cancer.
He left behind his third wife Bella, 36, and four children - the youngest being just three.
Yorkshireman Stringfellow started the Stringfellows franchise in the Sixties and was worth £32m.
Verne Troyer
The star's family confirmed the news with a statement on his Instagram page.
"It is with great sadness and incredibly heavy hearts to write that Verne passed away today.
"Verne was an extremely caring individual. He wanted to make everyone smile, be happy, and laugh. Anybody in need, he would help to any extent possible.
"Verne hoped he made a positive change with the platform he had and worked towards spreading that message every day.
Avicii
Avicii died at the age of 28 in Muscat, Oman. The Wake Me Up star's passing was confirmed by his rep on April 20, 2018.
In a statement, his rep said: "It is with profound sorrow that we announce the loss of Tim Bergling, also known as Avicii.
"He was found dead in Muscat, Oman this Friday afternoon local time, April 20th.
"The family is devastated and we ask everyone to please respect their need for privacy in this difficult time.
His family have now confirmed that the superstar DJ's cause of death was suicide.
The superstar DJ allegedly killed himself with a broken glass bottle in his hotel room at luxury Oman resort.
Dale Winton
Dale Winton died at his home on April 18.
His long-term agent Jan Kennedy said: "It is with great sadness that we can confirm the passing of Dale Winton who died at home earlier today.
"While we know many will share this terrible loss, we ask that you respect the family's privacy at this time of grief."
No further details were announced.
Alex Beckett
It was announced on April 12, 2018, that Alex Beckett had died.
Alex was best known for his role as Barney Lumsden in the BBC’s hit series Twenty Twelve.
In a statement, his agent said: “We’re deeply saddened by the loss of Alex – a wonderful man and a hugely talented actor.
“Our thoughts are with his family and we kindly ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult time.”
Timmy Matley, 36
It was revealed on April 11, 2018 singer Timmy Matley passed away aged 36.
The lead vocalist of The Overtones had previously battled skin cancer.
The band said: "It is with the greatest sadness that we have to announce that our dear friend and brother Timmy has passed away."
Eric Bristow, 60
Darts legend Eric Bristow died suddenly of a heart attack on April 5, 2018.
PDC Chairman Barry Hearn said of the late Crafty Cockney: "Eric will always be a legend in the world of darts and British sport."
The star was awarded an MBE for his services to sport in 1989.
He retired from the game in 2007.
Ray Wilkins, 61
Ray Wilkins died on April 4, 2018, after suffering a cardiac arrest the previous week.
He was a seasoned England footballer, playing 84 times for the team, captaining 10 times and scoring three goals.
Over the last few years, he had battled poor health including ulcerative colitis.
He also had a double heart bypass operation last July.
Bill Maynard, 89
British TV actor Bill Maynard passed away aged 89 in Leicestershire after suffering a fall from his mobility scooter.
He was best known for his roles in Heartbeat, The Royal and Worzel Gummidge.
Katie Boyle, 91
Eurovision Song Contest host and actress Katie Boyle, Lady Saunders, died aged 91 on March 20, 2018.
Katie hosted the show IN 1960, 1963, 1968 and 1974.
The former model also fronted shows such as the Ivor Novello Awards, and she had a long-running radio programme called Katie and Friends on BBC Radio 2.
She "passed away peacefully" at her home.
Jim Bowen, 80
On March 14, 2018, it was revealed that Jim Bowen had passed away.
A former headmaster, born in Lancashire, he had started his career in the 1960s but found fame with the much-loved ITV show Bullseye in the 80s and 90s.
Jim was much-loved for his catchphrases "you can't beat a bit of Bully" and "look what you would have won".
He passed away with wife Phyllis by his side.
Stephen Hawking, 76
Professor Stephen Hawking died in the early hours of March 14, 2018.
He was considered a medical marvel, having lived for more than half a century after being given two years to live when he was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 1963.
The British physicist, who wrote A Brief History of Time, passed away at his home in Cambridge.
He was the subject of the Oscar-winning film The Theory of Everything.
Ken Dodd, 90
Ken Dodd's publicist confirmed in the small hours of March 12, 2018, that the comedian had passed away aged 90.
The comedy legend fell ill with the flu on January 12 and was in hospital with a severe chest infection that came about as a result.
He spent nearly a week being cared for by medics.
Emma Chambers, 53
Emma Chambers passed away on February 24, 2018, of natural causes.
The actress captured international attention for her secondary role in the 1999 Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts comedy Notting Hill, and played Alice Tinker in BBC sitcom The Vicar of Dibley.
John Mahoney, 77
The Frasier star passed away on February 4, 2018, in Chicago while in hospice care.
The actor was nominated for two Golden Globes and Emmy Awards for his role in the American sitcom.
Mark Salling, 35
Mark Salling was found dead after pleading guilty to child porn charges.
The American actor hanged himself on January 30, weeks before he was due to be jailed after pleading guilty to two child pornography charges.
Cyrille Regis, 59
Cyrille Regis was a pioneering English footballer whose best moments came in a West Brom and Coventry shirt.
The striker scored 158 goals in 614 league appearances and helped improve the prospects for black footballers across the country.
Cyrille passed away on January 14, 2018, and his funeral and a celebration event in his honour was attended by thousands of football fans, former players and relatives.
Howard Lew Lewis, 76
Howard Lew Lewis died at Ellen's Glen House Hospital in Edinburgh on January 20, 2018.
Police are said to be investigating after his daughter claimed he was 'killed by the NHS'.
He was a star of British television, appearing in classics such as Blackadder, Brush Strokes and Maid Marian.
Joel Taylor, 38
On January 24, 2018, it was confirmed that TV star Joel Taylor had passed away aged just 38.
Joel became an on-screen favourite for his role on reality series Storm Chasers which aired on the Discovery channel.
Simon Shelton Barnes, 52
On January 23, 2018, it was revealed the actor who played Tinky Winky in the children's hit TV show Teletubbies had passed away.
Dad-of-three Simon Shelton Barnestragically died just four days after his 52nd birthday.
Jessica Falkholt, 28
Jessica Falkholt was an Australian actress best known for being on Home and Away.
She was involved in a horror smash on Boxing Day which claimed the lives of her parents and her sister.
She passed away when her life support was switched off on January 17, 2018.
Dolores O'Riordan, 46
The Cranberries' lead singer Dolores O'Riordan died suddenly in London at the age of 46 on January 15, 2018.
The hugely-popular Irish artist was in London for a short recording session when she passed away.
'Fast' Eddie Clarke, 67
Motorhead legend "Fast" Eddie Clarkepassed away in hospital on January 10, 2018.
The rock star founded the British heavy metal band and died after a battle with pneumonia.
Tommy Lawrence, 77
Liverpool legend Tommy Lawrence died on January 10, 2018.
The Scotsman was Bill Shankley's first choice goalkeeper in the 1960s and made 390 appearances for the club over 14 years.
Ted Phillips, 84
Ipswich legend and league title winner Ted Phillips died on January 9, 2018.
The iconic striker was part of the Tractor Boys team who bagged the First Division back in the 1961-62 season.
Dave Toschi, 86
San Francisco super sleuth Dave Toschipassed away on January 6, 2018, after a lengthy illness.
He led the probe into the Zodiac serial killer and inspired Clint Eastwood's Dirty Harry character.
France Gall, 70
Sir Elton John led tributes to French singer France Gall, who died on January 7, 2018, after a two year cancer battle.
Hailing the Eurovision winner a "great woman", the Rocket Man singer said he was "so sad" she'd passed away.
Hailing the Eurovision winner a "great woman", the Rocket Man singer said he was "so sad" she'd passed away.
Jerry Van Dyke, 86
Comedian Jerry Van Dyke, who is the younger brother of actor Dick, passed away on January 5, 2018, at his ranch in Texas, with his wife Shirley by his side.
His wife told TMZ that his health deteriorated following a serious car crash two years ago.
John Young, 87
Legendary astronaut John Young died in his Houston home on January 5, 2018, after battling pneumonia complications.
The San Francisco born veteran astronaut, who managed to smuggle a corned beef sandwich into orbit during one of his space missions, became the first man to visit space six times.
Ray Thomas, 76
Moody Blues singer Ray Thomas died suddenly at his home in Surrey on January 4, 2018.
Thomas stepped back from the band due to ill health in 1999 and in 2014 confirmed that he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Joe Jackson, 89
The patriarch of the Jackson family, including Michael Jackson died on June 27, 2018. It has been reported that he was suffering from cancer, but this has not been confirmed.
Jackson was the patriarch of one of entertainment's most famous family and disciplined his talented kids with an iron fist.
His methods produced the Jackson 5, the King of Pop in son Michael and also helped his daughter Janet sell over 100 million records worldwide.
Mountain Fiji, 60
Samoan-American athlete, actress and professional wrestler Mountain Fiji died between January 2 and 3 2018.
The star, whose real name was Emily Dole, competed in the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling, which inspired Netflix series Glow.
Jon Paul Steuer, 33
Star Trek and Grace Under Fire star Jon Steuer died on New Year's Day, 2018.
Touching eulogies were paid to the actor, who played Klingon Alexander Rozhenko in The Next Generation saga.
Jon was also a musician and restaurateur.
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