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ZZ Top's longtime drummer, Frank Beard, dies at 77 - Reuters
ZZ Top's longtime drummer, Frank Beard, dies at 77 Reuters
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ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen dies at 93 Reuters
August 18, 2026Actress Phyllida Law, mother of Emma and Sophie Thompson, dies at 94
Law appeared in films alongside both of her daughters, Dame Emma and Sophie, including 1996's Emma.
August 18, 2026Former Wolves captain Bailey dies aged 84
Former Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Mike Bailey dies aged 84 after a long illness.
August 17, 2026PODCAST: Indonesia quake, Jason Arday dies, gas prices and Mount Etna - Reuters
PODCAST: Indonesia quake, Jason Arday dies, gas prices and Mount Etna Reuters
August 15, 2026Founding member of EMF dies aged 55
Derry Brownson spoke candidly to the BBC about his brain tumour diagnosis in 2025.
August 14, 2026Rising golf star, 18, dies after brain haemorrhage
Promising Australian golfer Jessica Bang dies at the age of 18 after suffering a brain haemorrhage as she prepared for a tournament in Thailand.
August 14, 2026Zhu Rongji, who helped turn China into a trading giant, dies at 97
Zhu brought China into the WTO and championed reforms that fuelled growth.
August 12, 2026Zhu Rongji, Chinese premier who cajoled economy into modern era, dies at 97 - Reuters
Zhu Rongji, Chinese premier who cajoled economy into modern era, dies at 97 Reuters
August 12, 2026Nelson, Hall of Fame coach and five-time NBA champion as a player, dies at 86 - Reuters
Nelson, Hall of Fame coach and five-time NBA champion as a player, dies at 86 Reuters
August 9, 2026Madonna and Blur producer William Orbit dies aged 69
The British producer helped to reinvigorate Madonna's career and also worked with All Saints and U2.
August 7, 2026Comedian Jimmy Cricket dies aged 80
In a statement, Cricket's family says he spent his last few days surrounded by love, laughter and songs.
August 3, 2026Newspaper columnist and broadcaster Rod Liddle dies aged 66
The columnist died in hospital in Middlesbrough on Sunday.
August 3, 2026Acclaimed Welsh artist Kevin Sinnott dies aged 78
Welsh Artist Kevin Sinnott rose to fame for his painting Running Away with the Hairdresser
July 31, 2026Public wake to be held for musician Glen Hansard
The funeral of Glen Hansard will take place on Tuesday at St Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin.
July 31, 2026Former AC Milan and Italy defender Baresi dead at 66 - Reuters
Former AC Milan and Italy defender Baresi dead at 66 Reuters
July 31, 2026Oscar-winning Irish musician Glen Hansard dies in motorcycle crash - Reuters
Oscar-winning Irish musician Glen Hansard dies in motorcycle crash Reuters
July 29, 2026French DJ and electronic musician Kavinsky dies aged 50
He had a hit with Nightfall, which featured on the Drive soundtrack and at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
July 29, 2026Laughter and tears at Dame Penelope Keith's funeral
Broadcaster Gyles Brandreth says the service at Guildford Cathedral was "deeply moving".
July 28, 2026'Dr Death', Body Worlds creator Gunther von Hagens, dies at 81
The family of the anatomist vowed to carry out his wish for his body to be preserved using the plastination technique he developed himself.
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Actress Phyllida Law, mother of Emma and Sophie Thompson, dies at 94
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Former Wolves captain Bailey dies aged 84
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Founding member of EMF dies aged 55
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Zhu Rongji, who helped turn China into a trading giant, dies at 97
Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji, who spearheaded China's entry into global trade and laid the foundation for its explosive growth, has died at the age of 97. He served in the country's second-highe
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Madonna and Blur producer William Orbit dies aged 69
William Orbit won a string of Grammy Awards for his work with Madonna Acclaimed British music producer William Orbit, known for his work with acts including Madonna, Blur, All Saints and U2, has died
Newspaper columnist and broadcaster Rod Liddle dies aged 66
Newspaper columnist and broadcaster Rod Liddle has died aged 66 after a short illness. Liddle's children paid tribute to their father, who they described as their guide "on how to live an extraordina
Comedian Jimmy Cricket dies aged 80
Comedian Jimmy Cricket has died aged 80 after a short illness, his family said. In a statement posted to social media they said Cricket spent his last few days surrounded by his family, love, laughte
Public wake to be held for musician Glen Hansard
Hansard will lie in repose for those wishing to pay their respects A public wake will be held for Glen Hansard in Dublin on Monday 3 August followed by his funeral the following day. The 56-year-old
Acclaimed Welsh artist Kevin Sinnott dies aged 78
Kevin Sinnott rose to fame for his painting 'Running Away with the Hairdresser' One of Wales' leading contemporary artists has died at the age of 78. Kevin Sinnott who was born in Sarn, Bridgend cou
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French DJ and electronic musician Kavinsky dies aged 50
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'Dr Death', Body Worlds creator Gunther von Hagens, dies at 81
Von Hagens has suffered from Parkinson's Disease for many years Gunther von Hagens, the creator of the controversial "Body Worlds" exhibitions where dissected human and animal bodies were displayed,