World stars, big names. We bid them farewell last year

Diane Ladd, Dick Cheney, Udo Kier, Sophie Kinsella, Rob Reiner, Chris Rea, Perry Bamonte, Brigitte Bardot, and Claudette Colvin all passed away in late 2025 and early 2026, leaving behind significant legacies in their respective fields. Ladd was known for her roles in films like 'Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore' and was the mother of actress Laura Dern. Cheney served as Vice President under George W. Bush and was a prominent figure in U.S. politics. Kier gained fame through collaborations with Andy Warhol and others. Kinsella was a bestselling author, while Reiner was a celebrated director and actor. Rea was a successful musician, and Bamonte contributed to The Cure. Bardot was a cultural icon and animal rights activist. Colvin was a civil rights pioneer, known for her early act of defiance against segregation.