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Recent Celebrity Deaths In 2025
If you've been following the news, you're aware of all of the recent celebrity deaths and how incredibly devastating they've been each time. Here are some of the stars we've lost in just the last few weeks alone. Hulk Hogan On July 24, first responders were called to Hulk Hogan's Florida home for a report of a cardiac arrest. After spending 30 minutes trying to revive him, authorities transported him to the hospital, where he was declared deceased. Hulk's official cause of death has yet to be announced, but police confirmed that "there is no foul play and no suspicious activity being investigated at this time." He was tributes to him here. Chuck Mangione Chuck Mangione, a jazz musician and composer known for his 1978 song "Feels So Good," died on July 22 at age 84. His death was announced on his website without further details. Malcolm-Jamal Warner Malcolm was reportedly vacationing in Costa Rica when he tragically lost his life in a swimming incident. According to reports, he was swimming at a beach on Sunday, July 20, when he was suddenly caught in a rip current. Bystanders took him to shore, where he was given CPR for 45 minutes, but attempts to revive him were unsuccessful. He was tributes to Malcolm here. Connie Francis Connie Francis died on July 16 at age 87. Her friend Ron Roberts announced the news on Facebook, two weeks after Connie had been hospitalized for "extreme pain," seemingly brought on by a pelvic fracture. Connie had become famous in the '50s and '60s with songs like "Who's Sorry Now" and "Pretty Little Baby," but had retreated from the public eye after a series of traumatic events, including a 1974 rape, her brother's 1981 murder, and mental health struggles. She re-entered the spotlight just this year when "Pretty Little Baby" found new life and went viral on TikTok. Ozzy Osbourne Rocker Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22 at the age of 76. In a moving statement, his family said, "It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love." His death came less than three weeks after he performed his farewell concert with Black Sabbath, which will be released on film in 2026. Anne Burrell Food Network star Anne Burrell was found dead at her Brooklyn home on the morning of June 17, from what has since been determined as a suicide. According to the New York City medical examiner's office, Anne died of "acute intoxication due to the combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine, and amphetamine." She was Flay and more celebrities paid tribute to Anne after her death. Tom Troupe Tom Troupe died on July 20 from natural causes, his rep told Entertainment Weekly. He was 97. A prolific actor, Tom had appeared in a variety of TV and movie projects, including Star Trek, Frasier, and Murder, She Wrote. Robbie Pardlo City High singer Robbie Pardlo died on July 17 at age 46. His cause of death is not known. Formed under Wyclef Jean, City High featured Robbie alongside fellow singers Claudette Ortiz and Ryan Toby. The group is best known for their 2001 song "What Would You Do?" Julian McMahon On July 4, it was announced that Charmed star Julian McMahon had died at age 56. His cause of death was later revealed to be lung metastasis as a consequence of head and neck metastatic cancer, which he'd previously kept private. Young Noble Born Rufus Lee Cooper III, Young Noble was best known as a member of the Outlawz, a rap group founded by Tupac Shakur. On July 4, he reportedly died by suicide in Atlanta. His representative confirmed his death to People. Noble was 47. Michael Madsen Actor and frequent Quentin Tarantino collaborator Michael Madsen died on July 3 at age 67. According to his death certificate, which was obtained by People, he passed from cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and chronic alcoholism. Another contributing cause was thromboembolic disease, which, in the words of Verywell Health, is when a "blood clot breaks off and blocks a vein." Finally, Sophia Hutchins Sophia Hutchins died on July 2 in an ATV accident. The media personality, known for her close relationship with Caitlyn Jenner, was reportedly traveling down a road in Malibu near Caitlyn's neighborhood when she hit a moving car. The force from the crash caused her to go off a cliff and 350 feet down into a ravine. Her cause of death was listed as "multiple blunt force injuries" and ruled accidental. She was 29. Are there any other celebrities who have died recently? Let's remember them and those featured here in the comments. Do you love all things scary, dark, and creepy? Subscribe to the That Got Dark newsletter to get your weekly dopamine fix of the macabre delivered RIGHT to your inbox!
TimesLIVE
21-07-2025
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‘Pretty Little Baby' singer dies at 87 just weeks after her viral TikTok comeback
If you've been on TikTok and Instagram recently, chances are you've heard the catchy tune of Pretty Little Baby soundtracking videos of adorable babies and proud parents. The song, which was originally released in 1962 by singer Connie Francis, recently found new life on social media platforms, and with it a new generation of fans. Now the music world is mourning Francis, who died in hospital last week aged 87. Francis had been updating fans about her health struggles in recent weeks. On June 25 she revealed that she had fractured her pelvis and would need to rely on her wheelchair for longer than anticipated. On July 2, she posted that was in hospital undergoing tests and checks after experiencing extreme pain. She posted her final message on July 4 saying she felt 'much better'.
News18
18-07-2025
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Connie Francis Dies At 87: 5 Classic Hits Beyond Pretty Little Baby
The singer gained fame after popular influencers and celebrities used her song "Pretty Little Baby" as the music for their social media posts. Heard the song Pretty Little Baby? Yes, that viral track which has been featured in millions of social media videos shared by popular influencers and celebrities. Sung by Connie Francis, the single was released as part of her 1962 studio album Connie Francis Sings 'Second Hand Love". Today, the world may recognise her for Pretty Little Baby, but back in the 1950s and 1960s, she was one of the top-charting female vocalists, estimated to have sold millions of records. If you loved Pretty Little Baby and want to listen to other hit songs of Connie Francis, check out the list. Everybody's Somebody's Fool Featured on her More Greatest Hits album, Everybody's Somebody's Fool was released in 1960. Written by Jack Keller and Howard Greenfield, the bluesy ballad was the first song by a female artist to top the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It remained at the peak for two consecutive weeks. My Heart Has a Mind of Its Own The song, which was also released in 1960, became the singer's second consecutive hit to reach the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and it held the position for two weeks. Who's Sorry Now This song is featured in her debut studio album, Who's Sorry Now, which was released in 1958. It reached No. 4 position on the Hot 100 chart and spent a total of 22 weeks on the Billboard chart. It was among her first songs to be certified gold in America. Stupid Cupid Written by Howard Greenfield and Neil Sedaka, Stupid Cupid was released in 1958. Featured on her compilation album Connie's Greatest Hits, the song was among the top 15 tracks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at No.14. Don't Break the Heart That Loves You Released in 1962, the song was written by Benny Davis and Murray Mencher. Don't Break the Heart That Loves You was Connie's third and final chart-topper. It peaked on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in March of that year and held the position for a week. Connie Franchis passed away at 87 Unfortunately, Connie Francis passed away on Wednesday, July 16. One of her friends confirmed the news of her passing at the age of 87. In a post shared on Facebook by her friend, Ron Roberts said, 'It is with a heavy heart and extreme sadness that I inform you of the passing of my dear friend Connie Francis last night." The news of her demise came just days after she was hospitalised to treat 'extreme pain". First Published: July 18, 2025, 14:24 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
18-07-2025
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Singer Connie Francis Dies At 87: A Look At Her Life, Career And Legacy
The news of her death came just two weeks after she was reportedly admitted to the ICU due to undisclosed health issues. Legendary singer Connie Francis's unfortunate death on July 16 left her fans devastated. Best known for her timeless hit Pretty Little Baby, Francis passed away at the age of 87. The news of her death came just two weeks after she was reportedly admitted to the ICU due to undisclosed health issues. Ron Roberts, Connie Francis's close friend, shared the heartbreaking update on Facebook, writing, 'It is with a heavy heart and extreme sadness that I inform you of the passing of my dear friend Connie Francis last night." Connie Francis Career Born as Concetta Franconero in Newark, New Jersey, in 1937, Connie Francis emerged as one of the singing sensations in the 1950s and '60s. With her undeniable talent, she generated a loyal fan base across the globe and went on to sell over 200 million records worldwide. Some of her unforgettable classics include Stupid Cupid, Who's Sorry Now, Frankie and of course, Pretty Little Baby. Though Pretty Little Baby failed to make waves upon its release initially, it recently witnessed a dramatic resurgence thanks to Instagram and TikTok influencers who created reels on the song. The track has been streamed over 2.4 billion times globally, securing the top spots on the charts more than six decades after its original release. Speaking to People Magazine about the unexpected popularity of the song, Francis said, 'To think that a song I recorded 63 years ago is touching the hearts of millions of people is truly awesome… To see that they're paying homage to me is just breathtaking." Personal Life And Tragic Past Connie Francis' personal life was anything but easy. In 1974, she suffered a horrific assault after a performance at the Westbury Music Fair in New York. The incident left a lasting impact on her mental health and forced her to step away from performing for years. The tragedies did not end there. Her brother was murdered just a few years later, and she was forcibly hospitalised by her own father for mental health treatment. The rift between father and daughter continued for years until the former passed away in 1996. Francis was candid about her personal struggles, including four failed marriages. Reflecting on her difficult personal chapters, she once said, 'I attributed four bad marriages to him [her father] because I never grew up like a normal teenager … he couldn't stand the idea of any men taking his place in my heart." Connie Francis may have left the stage, but the impact she left on the world of music will never be forgotten. First Published: July 18, 2025, 14:26 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
ABC News
18-07-2025
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Singer Connie Francis has died at age 87
Singer Connie Francis, whose hits included Stupid Cupid and Pretty Little Baby, has died at age 87. Her death was confirmed by her publicist Ron Roberts, who did not provide any further details about her death. Her hit Pretty Little Baby was revived on TikTok recently — something she said was "an amazing feeling".
