Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
‘Animal House’ actress Mary Louise Weller dies at 79: Reports
Actress Mary Louise Weller, best known for her role in "Animal House" has died at 79 — just one day before her 80th birthday, according to reports.
Actress Mary Louise Weller, best known for her role in "Animal House" has died at 79 — just one day before her 80th birthday, according to reports.
What's new at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass this year
The Hardly Strictly Bluegrass music festival returns to Golden Gate Park this weekend with a weekend of free performances, lineup adjustments, and a new community partnership.
The Hardly Strictly Bluegrass music festival returns to Golden Gate Park this weekend with a weekend of free performances, lineup adjustments, and a new community partnership.
Ken Urker, Gypsy Rose Blanchard's partner, dies at 34: reports
Ken Urker, the partner of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, has died, Blanchard confirmed to People magazine.
Ken Urker, the partner of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, has died, Blanchard confirmed to People magazine.
Rick Ross arrested on battery charge in Miami
Rapper Rick Ross was arrested Thursday morning in Miami Beach in connection to an alleged domestic violence incident involving his ex-girlfriend, according to police.
Rapper Rick Ross was arrested Thursday morning in Miami Beach in connection to an alleged domestic violence incident involving his ex-girlfriend, according to police.
Rihanna home shooting: Woman found mentally fit for trial, indicted on attempted murder
Ivanna Ortiz has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and assault charges following a grand jury indictment over a shooting at Rihanna's Los Angeles home.
Ivanna Ortiz has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and assault charges following a grand jury indictment over a shooting at Rihanna's Los Angeles home.
The hobby economy and 'funflation': Why the cost of having fun is getting serious
Bank of America card data shows hobby spending rose 7.9% year over year in August, twice as fast as transaction growth.
Bank of America card data shows hobby spending rose 7.9% year over year in August, twice as fast as transaction growth.
Planters NUTmobile is hitting the road and needs drivers - How to apply
The Planters NUTmobile is hitting the road again and looking for three Peanutters to get behind the wheel of the NUTmobile and take the iconic vehicle on the road across the country visiting festivals, parades, college campuses, community events and more.
The Planters NUTmobile is hitting the road again and looking for three Peanutters to get behind the wheel of the NUTmobile and take the iconic vehicle on the road across the country visiting festivals, parades, college campuses, community events and more.
‘Saved by the Bell’ actor Dennis Haskins, who played Mr. Belding, dies at 75, reports say
One of the stars of the popular ‘90s teen sitcom “Saved by the Bell” has died, according to multiple reports. Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Richard Belding through multiple iterations of the show, passed away at 75, TMZ confirmed.
One of the stars of the popular ‘90s teen sitcom “Saved by the Bell” has died, according to multiple reports. Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Richard Belding through multiple iterations of the show, passed away at 75, TMZ confirmed.
AEW wrestler Benjamin Satterley, a.k.a. Pac, dies at 40
Professional wrestling star Benjamin Satterley, who was known as Pac inside the ring, has died at 40, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) announced in a statement Sunday evening.
Professional wrestling star Benjamin Satterley, who was known as Pac inside the ring, has died at 40, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) announced in a statement Sunday evening.
New U2 album “Carnaval De Luz" will feature Dolly Parton’s last vocal performance
A duet featuring late country superstar Dolly Parton will close out U2’s forthcoming record, “Carnaval De Luz," the first full-length album of new material from the Irish rock band in nearly nine years.
A duet featuring late country superstar Dolly Parton will close out U2’s forthcoming record, “Carnaval De Luz," the first full-length album of new material from the Irish rock band in nearly nine years.
Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong returns to Rodeo for free hometown concert
Organizers for the Rodeo Art and Music Market hope the event will become a yearly affair.
Organizers for the Rodeo Art and Music Market hope the event will become a yearly affair.
'Pioneer Woman' Ree Drummond's son arrested on drug, assault charges
"Pioneer Woman" Ree Drummond's foster son is facing legal trouble after getting arrested in Alabama.
"Pioneer Woman" Ree Drummond's foster son is facing legal trouble after getting arrested in Alabama.
9-25 marks a day to celebrate Dolly Parton
Today, September 25, marks a special day for millions of fans around the world to celebrate the life and legacy of music icon Dolly Parton.
Today, September 25, marks a special day for millions of fans around the world to celebrate the life and legacy of music icon Dolly Parton.
Microsoft files patent that could bring game-pausing ads to Xbox
Microsoft has filed a patent application for technology that could bring context-aware, game-pausing advertisements to Xbox and other interactive platforms.
Microsoft has filed a patent application for technology that could bring context-aware, game-pausing advertisements to Xbox and other interactive platforms.
Disney to increase monthly subscription price for Disney+, Hulu
Disney is raising the prices on several of their flagship streaming subscriptions, Disney+, amongst other bundled packages.
Disney is raising the prices on several of their flagship streaming subscriptions, Disney+, amongst other bundled packages.
'Home Improvement' star Jonathan Taylor Thomas arrested for alleged public intoxication, resisting deputy
The former 'Home Improvement' child star was a passenger in a vehicle stopped by police in California.
The former 'Home Improvement' child star was a passenger in a vehicle stopped by police in California.
Judge grants restraining order against Dolly Parton’s nephew over alleged threats
Dolly Parton’s estate secured a temporary restraining order against her nephew, Bryan Seaver, after accusing him of making repeated threats.
Dolly Parton’s estate secured a temporary restraining order against her nephew, Bryan Seaver, after accusing him of making repeated threats.
Meet Sherman, the Bay Area’s viral tortoise
Meet Sherman, the viral tortoise taking the Bay Area by storm. The 11-year-old Sulcata has flown through SFO, ridden BART and explored local businesses, and now he’s stopping by KTVU with his dad, Wilson Tsai. Find out what makes this 55-pound explorer such a social media star.
Meet Sherman, the viral tortoise taking the Bay Area by storm. The 11-year-old Sulcata has flown through SFO, ridden BART and explored local businesses, and now he’s stopping by KTVU with his dad, Wilson Tsai. Find out what makes this 55-pound explorer such a social media star.
Tim Janus, 'Amazing Race' alum who competed with Joey Chestnut, dies: Reports
Competitive eater Tim Janus, known as “Eater X," has died after a battle with cancer. Janus competed with Joey Chestnut on “The Amazing Race" in 2018.
Competitive eater Tim Janus, known as “Eater X," has died after a battle with cancer. Janus competed with Joey Chestnut on “The Amazing Race" in 2018.