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John McCain — US Republican senator, Vietnam War hero and two-time presidential candidate — died aged 81 following a year-long battle with brain cancer. Mustachioed Hollywood star Burt Reynolds , best known for alpha male roles in the s and s, died aged 82 after a heart attack. Paul Allen , co-founder of Microsoft with Bill Gates and later a billionaire and philanthropist, died from cancer aged Gilberto Benetton, one of the founders of the eponymous Italian clothes brand, died aged 77 after an illness.

Former US president George H. Bush died aged 94, just months after his wife of 73 years, Barbara Bush. They were the parents of president George W.

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Vernita Lee, Oprah Winfrey's mother, has died at the age of 83, according to multiple news sources. She died on Thanksgiving Day. Patrick Macnee, who played a stylish secret agent on the s television series "The Avengers," has died. Despite receiving successful treatment for oesophageal cancer recently, Chas suffered organ failure and passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of this morning. Hodges was 73 when he was diagnosed with oesophagus cancer, which he noticed after struggling to drink a glass of water.

He was told by doctors he was lucky to catch it early and has been receiving treatment for a small tumour in the chest. He has also had chemotherapy. He delighted generations of children with his tales of rural postman Pat Clifton and his black and white cat Jess, who lived in the fictional village of Greendale. Mr Cunliffe wrote the original scripts and the show was directed by animator Ivor Wood, who also worked on the Magic Roundabout, The Wombles, Paddington bear and the Herbs. His children Nick and Maggie said: Footballer Kevin Beattie died on September 16 aged The former Ipswich and England defender earned nine caps for the national side between and Lovejoy star Dudley Sutton died on September 15 aged He also appeared in Emmerdale as William Makepeace in , and more recently starred in the music video for Midnight Mass by Tom Chaplin.

Her husband Jason Danieley said Marin died at her New York apartment surrounded by her family and close friends. Carry On stalwart Fenella Fielding died aged 90 on September 11 after suffering a stroke two weeks prior. A unique woman, much loved by family, friends and fans. She will be missed tremendously. The winner of the Miss Universe crown, Chelsi died having been diagnosed with liver cancer in spring , a family spokesman said.

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According to TMZ he died of an apparent overdose and had been having trouble with substance abuse following his breakup from Ariana. His family said in a statement: Thank you for your prayers. Please respect our privacy. There are no further details as to the cause of his death at this time. He was known for playing the Yorkshire-based drama's funeral director in all of the show's 18 series during its run from to Burt Reynolds died on September 6 at a hospital in Jupiter, Florida, with his family by his side.

The Oscar-nominated actor, who starred in Boogie Nights and Deliverance, passed away at the age of 82 after going into cardiac arrest, Us Weekly confirmed. Fans had been concerned about his health in recent years, ever since he was seen on multiple occasions not looking his usual self. The charismatic star appeared in a number of famous films, including The Longest Yard and Smokey and the Bandit. The nephew of JFK starred in blockbuster Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, along with other appearances including on TV hit Frasier. During JFK's presidency, he would often be found hanging around with the President's family, and would later work for another uncle, Senator Ted Kennedy.

BBC presenter Rachael Bland died on September 5 at the age of 40 after a two year battle with breast cancer. Her husband Steve wrote on Twitter: Steve and Freddie xxx". Rachael had been public with her battle with cancer, helping others struggling with serious illnesses. The Blake's 7 and Doctor Who star Jacqueline Pearce died on September 3 at the age of 74 after being diagnosed with lung cancer. The sad news was confirmed by her friend John Ainsworth, who said: The Vietnam War veteran had been diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumour in July , and just days before his death had announced that he was ending medical treatment for it.

His daughter Cindy confirmed his death, writing: The widely respected politician - who was tortured during five-and-a-half years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam - lost to Barack Obama in the race for President in Lisa Fleming's daughter Danielle confirmed she died - she is the second person from the show who died in August.

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Danielle said her mother's death had nothing to do with her weight as she lost pounds after she appeared on the show and was able to stand on her own. She maintained she was sick before she came on the show and the various illnesses took their toll over time. A family spokesperson informed TMZ that he died surrounded by friends and family and fans have paid tribute to the popular star who played Robbie Rotten in the children's show.

The Icelandic actor died of bile duct cancer after a two year struggle which he documented on social media. Mr Annan, who won the Nobel Peace Prize for humanitarian work, died in hospital in Bern, Switzerland this morning with his wife and three children by his side, as confirmed on Twitter. Mr Annan was the first black African to take up the role of the world's top diplomat, serving two terms from to He later served as the UN special envoy for Syria, leading efforts to find a peaceful solution to the conflict. Deven died at the age of 39 on August She was the estranged wife of Korn frontman Jonathan Davis, who had taken out a domestic violence restraining order against her on the day of her death.

In court documents filed to accompany his request, Jonathan alleged his wife of 16 years was a drug addict who frequently binged on "nitrous oxide, cocaine and Norco" and had recently been found passed out with a heroin pipe and cocaine floating in the toilet. The ex porn star was mother to two of Jonathan's three children. Jonathan's restraining order - which she is believed not to have been aware of at the time of her death - would have prevented her from having any contact with them or the family dog. Aretha Franklin died on August 16 aged Lyle recovered to turn professional in and he won twice on the second-tier Web.

He survived another out of acute myeloid leukemia in after finishing fourth at the Northern Trust Open but the cancer returned in July The year-old was killed in his home country of Kenya near Nandi - just a day after returning from the Continental Championships in Nigeria. He was driving home to Nairobi in a grey SUV when he reportedly veered off the road and hit a ditch.

Bett made history in China after becoming the first Kenyan to win a gold medal in a short distance race on the world stage. The news of her sudden death was announced by her breakfast presenter colleague Eric Smith, who described her as a "much loved colleague" who "brought a wonderful sense of fun to her shows and in the newsroom". The celebrated chef awarded the most Michelin stars in history died on August 6 at the age of Famous for his attention to detail, and volatile temper that scared even Gordon Ramsey, Robuchon lost a long battle against cancer.

Brought up in a working-class Catholic family he opened restaurants all over the world and won 31 Michelin stars. Manager Phil Dale said in a statement to the Press Association: Rick Genest, the heavily tattooed model known as Zombie Boy, died aged just 32 on August 1. He was known for his head-to-toe tattoos and starred alongside Lady Gaga in her Born This Way music video in Soutter killed herself in a remote wooded area near her home in Les Gets, France, her heartbroken family has confirmed.

Her father, Tony Soutter, said "This cruel world took my Soul mate and "Bessie" from me yesterday on her 18th birthday. Ellie I will miss you more than you could have ever imagined. Rest in peace you little Champion! The family have requested privacy at this time and our heartfelt condolences are with them. The producer, solo musician and multi-instrumentalist was best known for being a member of the Shins and the Arcs.

In June this year it was reported that Swift had been to a hospital with a 'life threatening condition. The Edinburgh-born musician died in hospital at the age of 70 surrounded by loved ones after being flown home from Mexico two weeks ago where he had contracted an illness. Known as the "tartan teen sensations from Edinburgh", the Bay City Rollers started back in the s.

In Alan was replaced by rhythm guitarist Ian Mitchell, a man ten years his junior. He returned to the group in At the height of their fame, of course, the Scottish pop rockers could barely move without being mobbed by a tartan-clad army of teenage girls — screaming for their favourite Roller, begging for autographs and singing along to their smash hit Shang-A-Lang.

A major influence on dance and musical theatre, Lynne was best known for her work with Andrew Lloyd Webber.

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She also directed more than 50 productions on the West End and Broadway and received two Olivier Awards. The show's production company Coolabi said in a statement: While working at Marvel in , Marvel Comics editor-in-chief Lee approached Ditko with an idea for Spider-Man and it was Ditko who gave the superhero his iconic suit, red-and-blue colors and web shooters.

He had first been diagnosed with a brain tumour in before getting the all clear two years later. The patriarch of the Jackson family, and manager of the Jackson 5, died on June 27 at the age of 89 of cancer. Operation Repo is an American TV show that dramatises supposed real-life stories of car repossession. Carlos also served in the army, reportedly completing a 27 month tour of combat with the 82nd Airborne. Better known as 'Old Man' on the show, Richard died surrounded by his family, his heartbroken son and co-star Rick confirmed with an Instagram post.

Paul is best known for his work as the drummer in the bands Pantera and Hellyeah," a statement said on the Pantera Twitter account. The family requests you please respect their privacy during this time. Texas-born Vinnie co-founded the heavy metal band in the s along with his late brother "Dimebag" Darrell Abbot. The year-old model and former Love Island contestant passed away on June The former reality star, who hailed from Newcastle, was crowned Miss Great Britain in and was also a former Miss Newcastle.

Sophie's boyfriend Aaron Armstrong wrote "I will never forget that smile I love you so so much baby your my world forever ever and always". She made history on Love Island as one half of the show's first same-sex couple after she coupled up with Katie Salmon. The legendary Australian had been suffering from Parkinson's disease and died at his home in Melbourne, Golf Australia said. Thomson won his first Open Championship title in - becoming the only player in the 20th or 21st century to win the tournament three years in succession.

He also enjoyed impressive victories in and and was later inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. Real name Leon White, he was diagnosed with congestive heart failure in with doctors giving him two years to live. His Twitter account tweeted: A second post, added: He fought extremely hard and clinically was making progress. Unfortunately, on Monday night his heart had enough and it was his time. EastEnders star Leslie Grantham died on June 15 aged 71 following a battle with cancer. He joined The Royal Ballet in and quickly excelled, becoming a soloist in , first soloist in and principle in He had a version of Romeo and Juliet created especially for him by celebrated dancer and choreographer Kenneth MacMillan, and made history by becoming the first ever Western dancer to partner Bolshoi ballerina Nina Ananiahvii at the Armenia Gala in London's Covent Garden.

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He was also a talented songwriter, penning a number of tracks for the movie 'Forever My Girl' including the the song 'Wings of an Angel', performed by Lauren Alaina. Eunice Gayson , the first ever Bond girl, died on June 8 aged She was originally offered the part of Miss Moneypenny in Dr No, but the role eventually went to Lois Maxwell while Eunice became the super spy's love interest for the first two James Bond films. CNN, who he worked for, confirmed the news in a statement and revealed the cause of death as suicide.

His close friend, French chef Eric Ripert is reported to have found Bourdain unresponsive in his Strasbourg hotel room. Bourdain first shot to fame with the release of his book Kitchen Confidential: The Irish-born actor is most famous for his role as Hugh in Sons of Anarchy, but his career dates back to the s. Peter Stringfellow died on June 7, aged 77, after a battle with cancer.

The nightclub mogul, who had wanted to keep his illness private, died after spending time in hospital, a spokesman said. He passed away in the early hours of this morning.