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Economic Times
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
You've seen them in Seinfeld, Young Sheldon, and Deadwood, but did you know these underrated stars died in 2025
Synopsis In 2025, alongside prominent figures, the world mourned the loss of several underrated celebrities who significantly impacted entertainment. Wings Hauser, known for roles in 'The Young and the Restless,' passed away at 77. Valerie Mahaffey, recognized for her comedic and vulnerable performances in 'Desperate Housewives' and 'Young Sheldon,' died at 71. Underrated celebrity death 2025: These are artists whose work you may not immediately recall, but you've likely experienced their impact across soap operas, cult films, satire, and beauty stages. Here are five underrated celebrities we lost this year who deserve a second look. (Image: Instagram) While the headlines in 2025 were dominated by the deaths of global icons, a quieter wave of grief followed the passing of actors, musicians, and cultural figures whose names may not have trended, but whose impact quietly shaped screens, stages, and songs for decades. These are the artists you may not have remembered immediately, yet you've almost certainly seen, heard, or been moved by their work. From classic soap operas and cult films to groundbreaking satire and global beauty stages, here are five underrated celebrities we lost this year, and why they deserve a second look. Also Read: 2025 celebrity deaths: Remembering Jeannie Seely, Ozzy Osbourne, Pope Francis & more icons we lost Actor Wings Hauser died on March 15 at his home in Santa Monica, Calif., at the age of 77, following a COPD diagnosis, as confirmed by his daughter, Bright had a prolific TV career starting in the '70s, appearing in shows like Baretta, The A-Team, and House. Hauser was also known for his film roles in Vice Squad and Michael Mann's The Insider, and he is perhaps best remembered for portraying Greg Foster on The Young and the Restless from 1977 to 1981, and again in 2010. He was the father of actor Cole Hauser. Valerie Mahaffey, the American actor best known for her roles in Desperate Housewives and Young Sheldon, died on 30 May at the age of 71. In roles on Desperate Housewives, Big Sky, and Young Sheldon, she balanced dark comedy and quiet vulnerability, making her one of TV's most quietly impactful actresses. Also Read: Should you keep eggs in the fridge? How improper storage could raise your risk of Salmonella Her five-decade career included stage, film and television work ranging from Shakespeare to the hit 1990s series Northern Exposure and Seinfeld. A quintessential character actor, Peter Jason died on 20 February, appeared in countless John Carpenter and Walter Hill films, including They Live, Deadwood, and In the Mouth of Madness. Though often in the background, Jason brought a grounding presence and subtle depth to every scene, the kind of actor who elevates stories without demanding mathematician and musical satirist Tom Lehrer passed away on July 26 at the age of 97. Born on April 9, 1928, in Manhattan, he began piano lessons early and was inspired by Broadway tunes. Lehrer graduated early from Loomis Chaffee School and went on to Harvard, where he earned a mathematics degree in 1946. He released his first album in 1953, selling around half a million copies before stopping public performances in briefly resumed in 1965 and stopped again in 1967. Lehrer later taught mathematics and musical theater at several institutions, including Harvard and MIT. In October 2020, he gave up rights to most of his songs. Maureen Hingert, the Sri Lankan actress and former Miss Universe runner-up, died on June 30 of liver failure on June 29 at the age of 88. Born in Colombo in 1937, she won the Miss Ceylon title in 1955 and was a 2nd runner-up at Miss Universe the same year. This led to a contract with Universal, resulting in her uncredited role in the 1956 Western Pillars of the Sky. Hingert starred in several projects, including the Academy Award-winning musical The King and I, before landing her first credited role in the 1957 sitcom The Adventures of Hiram Holliday. Under the name Jana Davi, she also appeared in Westerns like The Rawhide Trail and Gunmen from Laredo before retiring in the early 1960s.
Time of India
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
You've seen them in Seinfeld, Young Sheldon, and Deadwood, but did you know these underrated stars died in 2025
Wings Hauser Live Events Valerie Mahaffey Peter Jason Tom Lehrer Maureen Hingert (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel While the headlines in 2025 were dominated by the deaths of global icons, a quieter wave of grief followed the passing of actors, musicians, and cultural figures whose names may not have trended, but whose impact quietly shaped screens, stages, and songs for are the artists you may not have remembered immediately, yet you've almost certainly seen, heard, or been moved by their work. From classic soap operas and cult films to groundbreaking satire and global beauty stages, here are five underrated celebrities we lost this year, and why they deserve a second Wings Hauser died on March 15 at his home in Santa Monica, Calif., at the age of 77, following a COPD diagnosis, as confirmed by his daughter, Bright had a prolific TV career starting in the '70s, appearing in shows like Baretta, The A-Team, and was also known for his film roles in Vice Squad and Michael Mann's The Insider, and he is perhaps best remembered for portraying Greg Foster on The Young and the Restless from 1977 to 1981, and again in 2010. He was the father of actor Cole Hauser. Valerie Mahaffey , the American actor best known for her roles in Desperate Housewives and Young Sheldon , died on 30 May at the age of roles on Desperate Housewives, Big Sky, and Young Sheldon, she balanced dark comedy and quiet vulnerability, making her one of TV's most quietly impactful five-decade career included stage, film and television work ranging from Shakespeare to the hit 1990s series Northern Exposure and Seinfeld A quintessential character actor, Peter Jason died on 20 February, appeared in countless John Carpenter and Walter Hill films, including They Live, Deadwood, and In the Mouth of often in the background, Jason brought a grounding presence and subtle depth to every scene, the kind of actor who elevates stories without demanding mathematician and musical satirist Tom Lehrer passed away on July 26 at the age of 97. Born on April 9, 1928, in Manhattan, he began piano lessons early and was inspired by Broadway graduated early from Loomis Chaffee School and went on to Harvard, where he earned a mathematics degree in 1946. He released his first album in 1953, selling around half a million copies before stopping public performances in briefly resumed in 1965 and stopped again in 1967. Lehrer later taught mathematics and musical theater at several institutions, including Harvard and MIT. In October 2020, he gave up rights to most of his songs. Maureen Hingert , the Sri Lankan actress and former Miss Universe runner-up, died on June 30 of liver failure on June 29 at the age of 88. Born in Colombo in 1937, she won the Miss Ceylon title in 1955 and was a 2nd runner-up at Miss Universe the same led to a contract with Universal, resulting in her uncredited role in the 1956 Western Pillars of the Sky. Hingert starred in several projects, including the Academy Award-winning musical The King and I, before landing her first credited role in the 1957 sitcom The Adventures of Hiram the name Jana Davi, she also appeared in Westerns like The Rawhide Trail and Gunmen from Laredo before retiring in the early 1960s.
Forbes
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Wings Hauser Dies: The ‘Vice Squad' And ‘Tough Guys Don't Dance' Actor Was 77
Florence, AZ 1985: Wings Hauser promotional photo for the ABC tv movie 'Command Five'. (Photo by Bob ... [+] D'Amico /American Broadcasting Companies via Getty Images) Wings Hauser, a character actor with over 100 film and television credits, died Saturday at his home in Santa Monica, California after battling COPD. He was 77. 'Wings Hauser's one of a kind, legendary career spanned 58 years in movies, TV and music working alongside many of the greatest artists in the industry and earning their respect," wrote his wife Cali on Instagram. Born Gerald Dwight Hauser on December 12, 1947 in Hollywood, California, Wings Hauser made his film debut in the 1967 was film First to Fight. Following a number of early guest roles in TV series including Cannon, Movin' On, Baretta and Emergency!, Hauser gained attention with a stint as Greg Foster on the daytime drama The Young and the Restless from 1977 to 1981. Nearly 30 years later, in 2010, he revived the role for three episodes. LOS ANGELES - JANUARY 5: Wings Hauser as Greg Foster (1977-1981) on THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS. ... [+] Image dated January 5, 1978. (Photo by CBS via Getty Images) In 1982, Hauser is remembered role his role as an abusive pimp named Ramrod in the crime thriller Vice Squad, which also featured his voice singing the film's theme song. The following year he came up with the idea for the Vietnam-era war film Uncommon Valor, starring Gene Hackman and Patrick Swayze. In 1986, Hauser was cast in the NBC police parody The Last Precinct opposite Adam West and Ernie Hudson, which aired for eight episodes. One year later, he earned an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Supporting Male in the crime mystery dramedy Tough Guys Don't Dance. More film and television roles followed, including Hauser's four-episode stint as Lieutenant Colonel Miller in the war drama China Beach from 1990 to 1991. In 1991, Hauser headlined the one season syndication action-themed drama Lightning Force. And his film resume included Wilding (1990), Beastmaster 2: Through the Portal of Time (1991), Michael Mann's The Insider (1999) and Rubber (2010). Wings Hauser in a scene from the film 'Beastmaster 2: Through The Portal Of Time', 1991. (Photo by ... [+]) Later appearances on television included TV dramas The Mentalist, The Defenders, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Hawaii Five-O and Castle. In addition to wife Cali, survivors include his children Bright Hauser and Cole Hauser, who plays Rip Wheeler on Yellowstone; his two sisters; and his grandchildren, Hutchinson, Holden, Ryland, Colt and Steely Rose.
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The Independent
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Wings Hauser death: Prolific actor known for Vice Squad and Magnum PI dies at 78
Wings Hauser, the prolific television and film actor known for his roles in Vice Squad, Tough Guys Don't Dance and Magnum PI among others, has died. He was 78. Hauser made over 100 screen appearances in a career that spanned over five decades. His son, Yellowstone. Hauser died on March 15 in Los Angeles of natural causes. In a statement posted to his official Facebook page, his wife Cali Lili Hauser said: 'Movie icon Wings Hauser took flight in the arms of his film and music partner, Cali Lili Hauser, at their studio this weekend. 'Wings Hauser's one of a kind, legendary career spanned 58 years in movies, TV and music working alongside many of the greatest artists in the industry and earning their respect.' He was born Gerald Dwight Hauser in Hollywood on December 12, 1947. His wife's statement described him as a 'proud Academy member and prouder son of Academy Award winning writer, director, producer Dwight A. Hauser and loving mother Geraldine T. Hauser.' He made his film debut in 1967 at the age of 18, taking on a minor role in the war film First to Fight. However, he initially decided to pursue music rather than acting and released an album Your Love Keeps Me Off the Streets in 1975. In 1991, Entertainment Weekly profiled him under the headline: "Wings Hauser is the biggest star you never heard of."
