Olivia Cole
The Emmy-winning actress, known for her work in such the famed 1977 mini-series Roots and Backstairs at the White House, died on Jan. 19 at her home in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. She was 75.
Simon Shelton Barnes
The British actor who played Tinky Winky in the Teletubbies TV show passed away at the age of 52. "Very sad to hear that actor Simon Shelton, who played Tinky Winky in the late 90's, has sadly passed away. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Big hugs," the Teletubbies Twitter account posted on Jan. 23.
Fredo Santana
The Chicago drill rapper and cousin of Chief Keef died at the age of 27 on January 19 after suffering a seizure, according to Rolling Stone and TMZ.
Peter Wyngarde
The TV star passed away on January 15, 2018 following a hospitalization. Wyngarde was 90 years old. "He was one of the most unique, original and creative actors that I have ever seen. As a man, there were few things in life he didn't know," his manager Thomas Bowington said. "I sometimes nicknamed him 'the King' because he simply knew everything."
Dolores O'Riordan
The Cranberries singer died January 15 at 46. "She was an extraordinary talent and we feel very privileged to have been part of her life from 1989 when we started the Cranberries," the group wrote on Facebook. "The world has lost a true artist today."
Bobby Zarin
The Real Housewives of New York City star died at 71 after a long battle with cancer. "There are no words to describe how heartbroken we are," the Zarin family shared. "Thank you, everyone for all your love, and support during this difficult time."
Doreen Tracey
The original Mouseketeer passed away at 74 years old.
"Fast" Eddie Clarke
The Motörhead guitarist passed away on Jan. 10 at the age of 67
Jerry Van Dyke
The younger brother of Dick Van Dyke, who also appeared with him on The Dick Van Dyke Show, died on January 5 at age 86.
Jon Paul Steuer
The musician and '90s child star who once starred on Star Trek: The Next Generation as Worf's son, as well as on the show Grace Under Fire, died on January 1 at age 33.
Peggy Cummins
The Irish actress, best known for her performance in 1950's Gun, Crazy, passed away at the age of 92 after suffering a stroke.