Max Julien, 88, dies on January 1st: The actor known for his role in the classic blaxploitation film “The Mack” passed away at the age of 88.
Sidney Poitier, 94, dies on January 6th: The Hollywood legend and first Black actor to win the Academy Award for Best Actor died of heart failure.
Bob Saget, 65, dies on January 9th: The comedian and actor, famous for his role as Danny Tanner on “Full House,” died from a head injury.
Ronnie Spector, 78, dies on January 12th: The lead vocalist of the Ronettes, known for the hit “Be My Baby,” passed away due to cancer.
Thich Nhat Hanh, 95, dies on January 22nd: The Buddhist monk and mindfulness pioneer died from complications related to a stroke.
Queen Elizabeth II, 96, dies on September 8th: The longest-reigning monarch in British history passed away, marking the end of a 70-year reign.