Obi Ndefo (1972–2024), actor on Dawson’s Creek, Stargate SG-1

Obi Ndefo was an actor known on TV for his performances as Bodie Wells on “Dawson’s Creek” and Rak’nor on “Stargate SG-1.”

Andy Russell (1941–2024), 12-year Pittsburgh Steelers veteran

Andy Russell was a linebacker for 12 years with the Pittsburgh Steelers and won two Super Bowls with the team.

Denny Laine (1944–2023), cofounder of Wings and the Moody Blues

Denny Laine was an English singer, songwriter, and guitarist who cofounded Wings and the Moody Blues.

Mark Sheehan (1976–2023), guitarist with the Script

Mark Sheehan was a guitarist who co-founded the Irish rock band the Script.

Paul Orndorff (1949–2021), pro wrestling’s “Mr. Wonderful”

Paul Orndorff was a pro wrestler known as “Mr. Wonderful,” known for his WWF feud with Hulk Hogan.

Margaret Nolan (1943–2020), actress in “Goldfinger,” “A Hard Day’s Night”

Margaret Nolan was a British actress known for films including “Goldfinger,” in which she was painted gold and wore a gold bikini for the iconic title sequence.

Mary Hartline (1927–2020), star of early TV show “Super Circus”

Mary Hartline was one of TV’s earliest stars, best known as the bandleader in “Super Circus” from 1949 to 1955.

Peter Green (1946–2020), cofounder of Fleetwood Mac

Peter Green was an influential guitarist who was one of the cofounders of Fleetwood Mac.

Beth Chapman (1967–2019), “Dog the Bounty Hunter” star

Starred on the popular reality TV series with her husband Duane.

Isao Takahata (1935 – 2018), acclaimed anime director

Director of “Grave of the Fireflies” and “The Tale of the Princess Kaguya.”

Robert Hardy (1925 - 2017), Harry Potter actor

English actor played minister of magic in 4 “Harry Potter” films…

Toby Smith (1970–2017), Jamiroquai co-founder

Editor's note: Smith's date of death was later clarified to have been April 11, 2017.

Bob Ross and the Joy of Painting

Bob Ross was the beloved host of PBS’s “The Joy of Painting.