Joseph Hazelwood (1946–2022), Exxon Valdez captain during 1989 oil spill

Joseph Hazelwood was the captain of the oil tanker Exxon Valdez in 1989 when it hit a reef, resulting in a disastrous oil spill.

Frederick Waite Jr. (1967–2022), “Pass the Dutchie” drummer

Frederick Waite Jr. was the drummer for the British reggae band Musical Youth, known for their 1982 hit “Pass the Dutchie.”

John Rensenbrink (1928–2022), Green Party co-founder

John Rensenbrink was a co-founder of the Green Party of the United States, the fourth-largest political party in the U.S.

Jimy Sohns (1946–2022), The Shadows of Knight “Gloria” singer

Jimy Sohns was the lead singer of the pioneering Chicago garage rock band The Shadows of Knight, known for their hit song “Gloria.”  

Paul Coker Jr. (1929–2022), “Frosty the Snowman” designer 

Paul Coker Jr. was a designer and illustrator who designed many of the classic Rankin/Bass holiday TV special characters including Frosty the Snowman.

Fidel V. Ramos (1928–2022), former president of the Philippines

Fidel V. Ramos was president of the Philippines in the 1990s and a major figure in the country’s 1986 People Power Revolution.

Burt Metcalfe (1935–2022), producer of TV series “M*A*S*H”

Burt Metcalfe was a producer all 11 seasons of the classic TV sitcom “M*A*S*H.”

Samuel Sandoval (2022), one of the last Navajo Code Talkers of World War II

Samuel Sandoval was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and one of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers, who transmitted encrypted messages during World War II.

Pat Carroll (1927–2022), voice of Ursula in “The Little Mermaid”

Pat Carroll was an Emmy Award-winning actress who provided the voice of villain Ursula in the Disney classic, “The Little Mermaid.”

Nichelle Nichols (1932–2022), starred as Uhura on “Star Trek”

Nichelle Nichols , the actress whose portrayal of Lieutenant Uhura on TV's “Star Trek” inspired countless science fiction fans to envision a peacefully multicultural future, died Saturday night, her son announced on her official website.

Bill Russell (1934–2022), Boston Celtics legend

Bill Russell was a legendary center for the Boston Celtics known for his defense who won five NBA MVP awards.

Bernard Cribbins (1928–2022), “Doctor Who” actor 

Bernard Cribbins was a British actor who starred in “Doctor Who” and narrated the popular children’s show “The Wombles.”

William White (1966–2022), former Detroit Lions safety 

William White  was a former safety for the Detroit Lions, Kansas City Chiefs, and the Atlanta Falcons.

James Lovelock (1919–2022), ecologist known for Gaia theory

James Lovelock was an English ecologist known for his Gaia theory of the Earth as a living, self-regulating system.

Mary Alice (1936–2022), “A Different World” and “Sparkle” actress 

Mary Alice was an actress who starred in the musical film “Sparkle” and won a Tony award for her performance in “Fences."

Howie Kleinberg (1975–2022), Miami restaurateur and “Top Chef” contestant

Howie Kleinberg was a Miami restaurateur who owned Bulldog Barbecue and competed on season three of “Top Chef.”

Kentucky Flooding (2022)

At least 37 people have died in flooding in eastern Kentucky. Many others are missing, and rescue and recovery efforts are underway.

Tony Dow (1945–2022), “Leave It to Beaver” star 

Tony Dow was beloved by generations for his role as older brother Wally Cleaver on the classic family sitcom “Leave It to Beaver.”    

Shonka Dukureh (1977–2022), “Elvis” actress and blues singer 

Shonka Dukureh was a blues singer and actress who appeared as Big Mama Thornton in the recent Baz Luhrmann movie “Elvis.” 

Sid Jacobson (1929–2022), Richie Rich writer and Frankie Avalon songwriter

Sid Jacobson was a writer and songwriter who wrote titles for Harvey Comics including Richie Rich and Flash Gordon.

David Trimble (1944–2022), Nobel Peace Prize winner for Good Friday Agreement

David Trimble was a British politician who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1998 for his work negotiating peace between Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Yoko Shimada (1953–2022), star of “Shōgun”

Yoko Shimada was a Japanese actress who starred in the popular 1980 miniseries “Shōgun.”

Dwight Smith (1963–2022), former Cubs and Braves outfielder 

Dwight Smith was a former outfielder with the Chicago Cubs and Atlanta Braves who won a World Series title with the Braves in 1995.

Jim Lynch (1945–2022), legendary Kansas City Chiefs linebacker 

Jim Lynch was a former star linebacker for the Kansas City Chiefs who helped them win Super Bowl IV over the Minnesota Vikings.

Paul Sorvino (1939–2022), actor known for “Law & Order,” “Goodfellas”

Paul Sorvino was an actor known for his performances as Paulie Cicero in “Goodfellas” and NYPD Sergeant Phil Ceretta in “Law & Order.”

Bob Rafelson (1933–2022), “Five Easy Pieces” director and Monkees co-creator

Bob Rafelson was a filmmaker known for movies including “Five Easy Pieces” and “The King of Marvin Gardens,” as well as for co-creating the Monkees.

Diana Kennedy (1923–2022), chef who helped popularize Mexican cuisine

Diana Kennedy was an influential chef who was known as the “Julia Child of Mexican Cuisine” for promoting and popularizing its traditional recipes.

David Warner (1941–2022), “The Omen,” “Titanic” actor

David Warner was an English actor known for roles in many movies and TV shows including “The Omen,” “Titanic,” and “Time Bandits.”

Taurean Blacque (1940–2022), "Hill Street Blues" costar

Taurean Blacque was an actor best known for his role as Detective Neal Washington on the acclaimed 1980s police drama "Hill Street Blues."

Tanya Kersey (1961–2022), Hollywood Black Film Festival founder

Tanya Kersey was the founder of the Hollywood Black Film Festival.

Rebecca Balding (1948–2022), actress in “Soap,” “Charmed”

Rebecca Balding was an actress known for her recurring roles as Carol David on “Soap” and Elise Rothman on “Charmed.”

Charles Johnson (1972–2022), Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver

Charles Johnson was a wide receiver with NFL teams including the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots.

Jessie Duarte (1953–2022), aide to Nelson Mandela

Jessie Duarte was a South African anti-apartheid activist who was an aide to the country’s first Black president, .

Michael Henderson (1951–2022), R&B singer and Miles Davis’ bassist

Michael Henderson was a bassist in band as well as an R&B singer with hits including “Wide Receiver.”

Nolan Neal (1980–2022), “America’s Got Talent” and “The Voice” contestant 

Nolan Neal was a singer who competed on the NBC talent shows “America’s Got Talent” and “The Voice.”

Claes Oldenburg (1929–2022), pop art sculptor

Claes Oldenburg was a sculptor known for his large-scale pop art representations of everyday objects, displayed in public spaces around the world.

Mickey Rooney Jr. (1945–2022), actor, musician, and Mickey Rooney’s son

Mickey Rooney Jr. was an actor and musician as well as the son of actor .

David Dalton (1942–2022), Rolling Stone writer  

David Dalton was a prominent writer for Rolling Stone magazine who wrote biographies of Janis Joplin, Andy Warhol, and Sid Vicious of the Sex Pistols.

Greenwood, Indiana Mall Shooting (2022)

At least three people were killed, and two others were injured, in a shooting at Greenwood Park Mall in Greenwood, Indiana on Sunday, July 17. Greenwood is a suburb of Indianapolis.

Jak Knight (1993–2022), comedian and “Big Mouth” star

Jak Knight was a comedian and actor known for his voice role on the Netflix animated series “Big Mouth.”

Bobby East (1984–2022), former NASCAR driver

Bobby East was a former NASCAR driver as well as a record-setter with the United States Auto Club (USAC).

Paul Ryder (1964–2022), Happy Mondays bassist

Paul Ryder was the founding bassist for Happy Mondays, one of the leading bands in the Madchester music scene on the 1980s and ‘90s.

Spencer Webb (2022), Oregon Ducks tight end  

Spencer Webb was a tight end on the Oregon Ducks football teamwho was a starter last year, catching 13 passes and one touchdown.

John Froines (1939–2022), Chicago Seven trial defendant

John Froines was one of the defendants at the notorious Chicago Seven trial following the 1968 Democratic National Convention, as well as a chemist researching toxic substances.

William “Poogie” Hart (1945–2022), Delfonics lead singer

William “Poogie” Hart was the founding lead singer for the Delfonics, known for hits including “La-La (Means I Love You).”

Ann Shulgin (1931–2022), pioneer of psychedelic drugs in therapy

Ann Shulgin was an author and therapist who worked with her late husband, Alexander Shulgin, to pioneer the use of psychedelic drugs in therapy.

Ivana Trump (1949–2022), Donald Trump’s first wife

Ivana Trump was a businesswoman and the first wife of former President Donald Trump, as well as the mother of his children, Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric Trump.

Gary Moeller (1941–2022), former Michigan head football coach

Gary Moeller was a former head football coach at the University of Michigan who led the Wolverines to 3 Big Ten Conference championship titles.

Busisiwe “Busi” Lurayi (1986–2022), “How to Ruin Christmas” star

Busisiwe “Busi” Lurayi was a South African actress who starred in the 2020 Netflix series “How to Ruin Christmas.”