LOS ANGELES - As the year unfolds, 2025 has already seen the loss of several celebrities who have left a mark on the entertainment and political worlds.

From iconic actors and musicians to renowned athletes and artists to politicians and spiritual leaders, these figures shaped the cultural landscape and captured the hearts of millions. Here’s a look at the celebrities we have lost this year.

Sam Rivers

Oct. 18, 2025: Sam Rivers, the founding bassist of Limp Bizkit whose deep, groove-driven sound helped define the band’s nu-metal era, died died at 48, the group announced in an emotional tribute on Instagram. The band called him "pure magic" and "the pulse beneath every song."

Ace Frehley

Oct. 16, 2025: Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and lead guitarist for KISS, Ace Frehley, died

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