Famous figures who died from coronavirus

Former presidential candidate Herman Cain passed away on July 30, 2020, aged 74, after being hospitalized with COVID-19 on June 29. Besides mocking the use of masks, Cain controversially attended President Donald Trump's rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma on June 20, where Cain shared a photo of himself and other attendees, none of whom were wearing masks, as they were not mandatory.

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Lee Konitz -

The famous alto saxophonist and composer died on April 15 2020 from COVID-19 complications, at age 92.

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Roy Horn -

One-half of the popular Las Vegas animal and magic act Siegfried and Roy (left), Horn died on May 8 2020 at the age of 75.

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Hilary Heath -

The horror film actress and producer passed away on March 30 2020, at age 74.

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Dave Greenfield -

The English keyboardist, singer, and songwriter who was famously a member of the band The Stranglers died at age 71 on May 3 2020.

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Óscar Chávez -

The Mexican protest singer, songwriter, and actor who played a big role in the Nueva Trova movement passed away from coronavirus complications on April 30 2020, at age 85.

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Troy Sneed -

The Grammy-nominated gospel singer and record label founder died of complications from COVID-19 on April 27 2020. He was 52 years old.

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Fred the Godson -

The New York rapper, born Fredrick Thomas, died at age 35 from COVID-19 on April 23 2020.

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Matthew Seligman -

The English bass guitarist, known for his association with the new wave music scene and for performing with David Bowie at Live Aid in 1985, died April 17 2020, at 64.

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Norman Hunter -

The English soccer legend played for clubs like Leeds United, Bristol City, and Barnsley. He also played for the English national team, and was part of the 1966 FIFA World Cup winning team. He died at the age of 76 on April 17 2020.

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Luis Sepúlveda -

The Chilean writer and journalist, who survived being imprisoned and tortured by the military dictatorship during the 1970s, fell victim to coronavirus on April 16 2020, at age 70.

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Allen Daviau -

The American cinematographer, best known for his work on films like 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,' 'The Color Purple,' and 'Empire of the Sun,' died April 15 2020, at age 77.

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Floyd Cardoz -

The celebrity chef, known for winning 'Top Chef Masters,' died of health complications related to coronavirus in 2020.

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Jay Benedict -

The 'Aliens' actor passed away from coronavirus complications on April 4 2020. Benedict was 68.

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Patricia Bosworth -

The journalist, biographer, and actress died on April 2 2020, after being diagnosed with COVID-19. Bosworth was 86.

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Colin Powell -

Colin Powell, military leader and the first Black US secretary of state, passed away in 2021 from Covid-19 complications, at the age of 84. Powell had a remarkable history and played a powerful role across several Republican administrations from the end of the 20th century to the early years of the 21st, and when he was sworn in as George W. Bush's secretary of state in 2001, he became the highest-ranking Black public official to date in the country, standing fourth in the presidential line of succession. He later grew disillusioned with the Republicans and threw this weight behind Democrats, most notably Barack Obama, the first Black president.

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Tim Brooke-Taylor -

The comedian who helped shape British comedy in the 1970s, known for starring on the sketch show ‘The Goodies,’ died at the age of 79 on April 12 2020.

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Wynn Handman -

The co-founder of American Place Theatre, known for shaping the careers of actors like Dustin Hoffman, Joel Grey, Faye Dunaway, and Richard Gere, died of complications from coronavirus on April 11 2020, at age 97.

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Allen Garfield -

The veteran character actor known for appearing in films like 'The Conversation' and 'Nashville' died from COVID-19 complications on April 7 2020, at age 80.

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John Prine -

The legendary folk singer-songwriter passed away on April 7 2020 from complications of coronavirus. He was 73.

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Hal Willner -

The 'Saturday Night Live' music supervisor and music producer, who worked with the likes of Lou Reed and Marianne Faithfull, passed away on April 7 2020, aged 64.

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Lord Bath -

Alexander Thynn, 7th Marquess of Bath, died on April 4 2020, aged 87.

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Neil Lasher -

The veteran music publishing executive died on April 4 2020, from COVID-19 complications. He was 73.

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Tom Dempsey -

The famed NFL kicker died on April 4 2020, after being diagnosed with coronavirus, aged 73.

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Forrest Compton -

The actor, best know for his roles in 'The Edge of Night' and 'Gomer Pyle: USMC,' died on April 4 2020. Compton was 94.

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Nick Cordero -

Broadway actor Nick Cordero died at the age of 41 on July 5 2020, after a 95-day battle with the virus.

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Adam Schlesinger -

The singer-songwriter, best known for the 2003 hit 'Stacy’s Mom,' died on April 1 2020 after contracting coronavirus. Schlesinger was 52.

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Ellis Marsalis Jr. -

The iconic jazz pianist passed away on April 1 2020, after contracting COVID-19. The musician was 85.

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Pape Diouf -

The former president of French soccer club Olympique de Marseille died on March 31 2020, aged 68.

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Wallace Roney -

The American jazz trumpeter died on March 31 2020, due to coronavirus complications, aged 59.

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Maria Mercader -

CBS journalist Maria Mercader (second left) was also a victim of COVID-19. She died on March 29 2020, aged 54

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Alan Merrill -

The artist, best known for co-writing and singing the hit 'I Love Rock 'N' Roll,' died from coronavirus.

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Alan Merrill -

The musician passed away on March 29 2020. Merrill was 69.

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Ken Shimura -

The famous Japanese comedian died after contracting COVID-19.

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Ken Shimura -

Shimura passed away on March 29 2020, aged 70.

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Joe Diffie -

The country star, who became famous in the '90s, has died of complications from coronavirus.

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Joe Diffie -

The artist died on March 29 2020. He was 61.

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Princess María Teresa -

Princess María Teresa of Bourbon-Parma of the Spanish royal family succumbed to the coronavirus on March 26 2020. She was 86.

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Mark Blum -

The actor, known for his roles in 'Desperately Seeking Susan' and 'Crocodile Dundee,' died from complications caused by COVID-19.

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Mark Blum -

Blum passed away on March 25 2020. He was 69.

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Floyd Cardoz -

Cardoz passed away on March 25 2020. He was 59.

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Terrence McNally -

The famous playwright died of health complications related to coronavirus.

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Terrence McNally -

McNally was a lung cancer survivor and had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He passed away on March 24 2020, aged 81.

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Manu Dibango -

The jazz saxophonist best known for the song 'Soul Makossa,' which was sampled by Michael Jackson and Kanye West, died from coronavirus.

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Manu Dibango -

The Cameroonian musician passed away on March 24 2020, aged 86.

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Nashom Wooden -

Nashom Wooden (right), known as Mona Foot in the drag community, died after contracting COVID-19.

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Nashom Wooden -

Wooden, who had been HIV-positive for several years, passed away on on March 23 2020, aged 50.

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Lucia Bosè -

The Italian actress died on March 23 2020, after contracting coronavirus.

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Lucia Bosè -

The actress and former Miss Italy was 89.

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Lorenzo Sanz -

The former Real Madrid president passed way on March 21 2020, from complications caused by COVID-19. He was 76.

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Li Wenliang -

The Chinese doctor who became popular for trying to warn against the new coronavirus contracted it while treating patients in Wuhan, China.

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Li Wenliang -

The man who tried to warn fellow medics of the dangers of the novel COVID-19 passed away on February 7, 2020. He was 33.

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COVID-19 is here to stay - It's been over a year since the World Health Organization downgraded COVID-19's pandemic status, but since the summer of 2024 has seen a sharp increase in the number of cases. We all know someone who came back from their vacation and tested positive, or have come down with the virus ourselves.

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Variant XEC emerges globally -

In September, a new COVID variant was identified worldwide, raising concerns that it could soon become the dominant strain of the virus. The XEC variant has been found in at least 15 countries and 12 US states.

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Summer outbreak -

COVID-19 seemed to be in the rearview mirror, so why this sudden summer outbreak? Experts suggest several factors, including the emergence of XEC, which is believed to spread more easily and, according to CNN medical expert Dr. Leana Wen, an increase in travel and gatherings held indoors to escape the heat during peak temperatures. She recommends taking extra precautions when traveling or visiting those who are immunocompromised. Check out some important tips to stay safe and slow down the spread.

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COVID-19 vaccinations -

Make sure you are up to date on the vaccines available for your age group. While they don’t necessarily prevent you from catching the virus, they reduce the risk of severe infection and hospitalization.

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Wash your hands -

According to doctors, the best way to prevent the coronavirus is to wash your hands thoroughly and frequently. The main mode of transmission is hand to mouth, eye, or nose contact.

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Stay informed -

Be sure to follow advice from your healthcare provider and your national or local health authority about how to prevent transmission of the virus and to keep yourself and others healthy.

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If you feel unwell -

In many countries, there are no longer mandatory isolation periods for the infected. However, it’s advised to stay at home until your fever has been gone for at least 24 hours. Continue to take precautions like wearing a mask on public transport or at indoor gatherings for five days if your symptoms persist.

Famous figures who died from coronavirus

Notable people who've passed away from COVID-19

28/10/24 | StarsInsider

CELEBRITY Covid-19

In this gallery, we remember the personalities who've succumbed to the coronavirus and left us. Browse through and pay tribute to the notable people who fell victim to the coronavirus.