Deaths That Shocked Us In February 2023

In February 2023 we had to say goodbye to some celebrities. These celebs passed away during the month of February.

Raquel Welch passed away in February 2023. The sad news of her death was published by the US portal "TMZ". "According to family members, Raquel passed away this morning after a short illness," it said. The Chicago-born Hollywood star was particularly successful in the 1960s and 1970s. The 1966 film "A Million Years Before Time" made her a sex symbol worldwide. In 1975 she received the Golden Globe for Best Actress for "The Three Musketeers".

American actor Richard Belzer passed away on Sunday, February 19. This was confirmed by Bill Scheft, former writer of the 'Late Show with David Letterman', to 'People'.

The 'Law & Order"'star passed away "peacefully" at his home in southern France. He was 78 years old.

Former child actor Austin Majors passed away on February 11 at the age of 27. This was confirmed by his sister to 'CNN' and the Los Angeles Medical Examiner's Office. Austin rose to prominence at a young age for his role in 'NYPD Blue'.

Canadian actor Gordon Pinsent passed away on Feb. 25. His family told CBC News that he died "peacefully in sleep." He was 92. Pinsent enjoyed a long career dating back to the 1950s, and he is best known from various Canadian TV shows and films. Gordon Pinsent won many Canadian film and television awards, and his honours include The Order of Canada and a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.

Actor Cody Longo passed away in February at the age of 34, 'TMZ' reported. He became known at a young age with films such as 'Hollywood Heights' or 'Wildflower'. In 2020, he made headlines when he was arrested for domestic violence. Since 2015 he was married and had two children.

The death of Hayden Panettiere's brother Jansen was also tragic. The actress' manager confirmed his death to 'CNN' in mid-February. Reportedly, Jansen was found lifeless in his apartment the previous weekend.