Unfortunately, there were quite a few celebrity deaths in 2022. From actors to performers from all walks of life.
We have put together a gallery to pay tribute to those celebrities that passed on in 2022...
Celebrity Deaths 2022 In Memoriam
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Jerry Lee Lewis
Famous singer Jerry Lee Lewis has passed away at the age of 87. He is best known to most as a rock'n'roll pioneer and singer of "Great Balls of Fire".
Jerry Lee Lewis had seven wives throughout his lifetime. He will forever be remembered in the music world. Rest in peace, Jerry Lee.
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Leslie Jordan
Emmy-winning actor Leslie Jordan has passed away suddenly at the age of 67. Jordan was best known for appearing in the series Will & Grace, American Horror Story and Hearts Afire.
According to Variety, Jordan was driving in Hollywood on the morning of October 24th and "crashed into the side of a building at Cahuenga BLvd. and Romaine St. It was suspected he suffered some sort of medical emergency."
Rest in peace, Leslie.
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Ron Masak
Sad news for all Murder She Wrote fans: Ron Masak is dead. The "Mort Metzger" actor died Thursday at the age of 86, Ron's granddaughter told The Hollywood Reporter.
Murder She Wrote sheriff "Mort Metzger": Ron Masak died shortly after Angela Lansbury.
Ron Masak starred in nearly 40 episodes of "Murder She Wrote as sheriff "Mort Metzger" alongside Angela Lansbury (†96) aka "Jessica Fletcher." Murder She Wrote star Angela Lansbury died in early October.
The actor had fallen asleep peacefully in the presence of his family. Until the end, his six children and his wife Kay Knebes were with him.
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Anne Heche
Anne Heche, known for her roles in Another World, Seven Nights, and Donnie Brasco has died at the age of 53. Her family reported the sad news on Friday, August 12, 2022. Her death comes after she was involved in a car crash that left her in a coma and critical condition on August 5th. She will be dearly missed.
Rest in peace, Anne.
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Olivia Newton-John
Grease star Olivia Newton-John has died at the age of 73 according to a statement released by her husband. The actress and singer passed away on August 8th, 2022. Read the statement from her husband JOhn Easterling below:
"Dame Olivia Newton-John (73) passed away peacefully at her Ranch in Southern California this morning, surrounded by family and friends. We ask that everyone please respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time.
Olivia has been a symbol of triumphs and hope for over 30 years sharing her journey with breast cancer. Her healing inspiration and pioneering experience with plant medicine continues with the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund, dedicated to researching plant medicine and cancer. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any donations be made in her memory to the @onjfoundation
Olivia is survived by her husband John Easterling; daughter Chloe Lattanzi; sister Sarah Newton-John; brother Toby Newton-John; nieces and nephews Tottie, Fiona and Brett Goldsmith; Emerson, Charlie, Zac, Jeremy, Randall, and Pierz Newton-John; Jude Newton-Stock, Layla Lee; Kira and Tasha Edelstein; and Brin and Valerie Hall."
May she rest in peace.
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Roger E. Mosley
Mourning Roger E. Mosley: the actor has died at the age of 83. This is reported in early August TMZ. He became known especially for his role as the pilot "Theodore" in the series Magnum P.I. Roger E. Mosley is said to have passed away due to injuries sustained in a car accident according to The Guardian. He is survived by his wife Toni and three children.
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Nichelle Nichols
Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols has died. This was confirmed by her family in a statement on social media on July 31. The "Uhura" actress was 89 years old.
The statement reads, "Last night, my mother, Nichelle Nichols, succumbed to natural causes and passed away. Her light however, like the ancient galaxies now being seen for the first time, will remain for us and future generations to enjoy, learn from, and draw inspiration."
May she rest in peace.
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Donald Trump and Ivana Trump
Ivana Trump, former U.S. President Donald Trump's ex-wife, has died at age 73. The Trump family released the following statement: "Our mother was an incredible woman -- a force in business, a world-class athlete, a radiant beauty, and caring mother and friend. Ivana Trump was a survivor. She fled from communism and embraced this country. She taught her children about grit and toughness, compassion and determination. She will be dearly missed by her mother, her three children and ten grandchildren."
According to ABC News, paramedics were called to an apartment in Manhattan where Ivana lived to respond to a cardiac arrest call on Thursday July 14th, 2022.
May she rest in peace.
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James Caan
US actor James Caan has passed away at the age of 82. The legendary film star is best known for starring in the Godfather trilogy as well as Misery and The Gambler.
Caan passed away on July 6th, 2022 according to an official statement released through his Twitter account. A cause of death has not yet been announced. May he rest in peace.
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Philip Baker Hall
Actor Philip Baker Hall has died. This was confirmed by LA Times writer Sam Farmer on Twitter on June 13. "My neighbor, friend, and one of the wisest, most talented and kindest people I've ever met, Philip Baker Hall, died peacefully last night," he wrote.
Philip Baker Hall was known as "The Library Cop" on Seinfeld and had appeared in episodes of The Waltons and Miami Vice. In film, he starred in many Paul Thomas Anderson projects, including Hard Eight, Boogie Nights, and Magnolia.
Hall was born in Toledo, Ohio, in 1931. His screen career totalled over 180 credits, and his final role came in Netflix's Messiah in 2020. Philip Baker Hall was 90 years old.
