Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Claudine Longet, singer and actress who shot Olympic skier Spider Sabich, dies
French singer and actor Claudine Longet has died at age 84. She became infamous after being charged with the fatal shooting of her boyfriend, Olympic skier Vladimir “Spider" Sabich, in 1976.
French singer and actor Claudine Longet has died at age 84. She became infamous after being charged with the fatal shooting of her boyfriend, Olympic skier Vladimir “Spider" Sabich, in 1976.
Universoul Circus gives back to Atlanta University Center
Cedric Walker, the founder of the Atlanta-based Universoul Circus, is awarding $2,500 scholarships to five students at the Atlanta University Center to support the next generation of leaders.
Cedric Walker, the founder of the Atlanta-based Universoul Circus, is awarding $2,500 scholarships to five students at the Atlanta University Center to support the next generation of leaders.
Clarence Carter, soul singer behind 'Patches,' dies at 90
Clarence Carter, the blind Alabama-born soul and blues singer behind hits including “Patches” and “Strokin’,” has died at 90.
Clarence Carter, the blind Alabama-born soul and blues singer behind hits including “Patches” and “Strokin’,” has died at 90.
FOX One and Yahoo Sports team up for new fantasy soccer games
FOX One and Yahoo Sports are teaming up to enhance your 2026 World Cup experience with the launch of two free fantasy games, giving fans a new way to engage with every match of the 48-team tournament.
FOX One and Yahoo Sports are teaming up to enhance your 2026 World Cup experience with the launch of two free fantasy games, giving fans a new way to engage with every match of the 48-team tournament.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | May 15-17, 2026
From concerts and festivals to soccer watch parties and family-friendly events, there’s plenty happening around metro Atlanta this weekend.
From concerts and festivals to soccer watch parties and family-friendly events, there’s plenty happening around metro Atlanta this weekend.
'Is God Is' stars talk nailing film’s challenging tone
Two sisters go on a road trip to find their long-lost father in the new film "Is God Is" — but don’t expect any Hallmark-style heartwarming reunions.
Two sisters go on a road trip to find their long-lost father in the new film "Is God Is" — but don’t expect any Hallmark-style heartwarming reunions.
Braves to honor Jermaine Dupri this summer with bobblehead
The Atlanta Braves will honor producer and rapper Jermaine Dupri this summer with a special celebration night and bobblehead giveaway at Truist Park.
The Atlanta Braves will honor producer and rapper Jermaine Dupri this summer with a special celebration night and bobblehead giveaway at Truist Park.
Netflix co-CEO clarifies streaming giant’s live sports strategy amid NFL lineup expansion, federal scrutiny
Streaming giant Netflix’s push into live sports has ranged from the WWE and Formula 1 to select MLB and NFL games. While the initiative has drawn some criticism, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said the strategy is not aimed at securing full-season rights packages for any sports league.
Streaming giant Netflix’s push into live sports has ranged from the WWE and Formula 1 to select MLB and NFL games. While the initiative has drawn some criticism, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said the strategy is not aimed at securing full-season rights packages for any sports league.
Joanne Feldman named chief meteorologist for FOX 5 Storm Team
Joanne Feldman was named chief meteorologist for the FOX 5 Storm Team after 19 years of weather coverage at the station.
Joanne Feldman was named chief meteorologist for the FOX 5 Storm Team after 19 years of weather coverage at the station.
Savannah Bananas star joins ‘Dancing With the Stars’
Jackson Olson will compete on Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars after helping fuel the Savannah Bananas’ rise in popularity.
Jackson Olson will compete on Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars after helping fuel the Savannah Bananas’ rise in popularity.
Casting Call: Christmas competition show and vertical films
This week’s Casting Call with Tess Hammock features a unique holiday competition show for local homeowners, a vertical film casting young-looking actors, and a feature film seeking police officers. Plus, a special guest spotlight from one of Atlanta’s top talent agents.
This week’s Casting Call with Tess Hammock features a unique holiday competition show for local homeowners, a vertical film casting young-looking actors, and a feature film seeking police officers. Plus, a special guest spotlight from one of Atlanta’s top talent agents.
Christmas competition show and vertical films
This week’s Casting Call with Tess Hammock features a unique holiday competition show for local homeowners, a vertical film casting young-looking actors, and a feature film seeking police officers. Plus, a special guest spotlight from one of Atlanta’s top talent agents.
This week’s Casting Call with Tess Hammock features a unique holiday competition show for local homeowners, a vertical film casting young-looking actors, and a feature film seeking police officers. Plus, a special guest spotlight from one of Atlanta’s top talent agents.
Popular 'Revenge of the Nerds' and 'Bloodsport' actor Donald Gibb dead at 71
Donald Gibb, the towering actor best known for playing the popular brute "Ogre" in comedy classic Revenge of the Nerds, has died at the age of 71, according to multiple reports.
Donald Gibb, the towering actor best known for playing the popular brute "Ogre" in comedy classic Revenge of the Nerds, has died at the age of 71, according to multiple reports.
Tiffany Haddish's Georgia DUI: Motion claims speedy trial rights violated
Tiffany Haddish is asking a Georgai judge to dismiss her 2022 DUI case, claiming her constitutional right to a speedy trial was violated.
Tiffany Haddish is asking a Georgai judge to dismiss her 2022 DUI case, claiming her constitutional right to a speedy trial was violated.
Florida prosecutors will get access to Tiger Woods’ prescription drug history, judge rules: Report
A Florida judge reportedly ruled that prosecutors will have access to Tiger Woods' prescription drug history following his DUI arrest.
A Florida judge reportedly ruled that prosecutors will have access to Tiger Woods' prescription drug history following his DUI arrest.
Chase Matthew's bassist charged with child sex crimes following music festival
A member of Chase Matthew’s band, Carsen Richards, was arrested in Kentucky following a music festival performance. He is facing child sex crime charges.
A member of Chase Matthew’s band, Carsen Richards, was arrested in Kentucky following a music festival performance. He is facing child sex crime charges.
'How I Met Your Mother' actor Nick Pasqual convicted of attempted murder for stabbing ex-girlfriend
Actor Nick Pasqual was found guilty of attempted murder in the stabbing of his ex-girlfriend, who reportedly underwent 14 hours of surgery after the May 2024 attack.
Actor Nick Pasqual was found guilty of attempted murder in the stabbing of his ex-girlfriend, who reportedly underwent 14 hours of surgery after the May 2024 attack.
Betty Broderick, convicted double murderer, dead at 78
Betty Broderick, a convicted double murderer in a high-profile case from the late ‘80s, has reportedly died. She was 78.
Betty Broderick, a convicted double murderer in a high-profile case from the late ‘80s, has reportedly died. She was 78.
Army vet wins largest 'The Price Is Right' prize in show history
A retired Army veteran from Virginia shattered a record on “The Price Is Right" with the most money ever won in a single game.
A retired Army veteran from Virginia shattered a record on “The Price Is Right" with the most money ever won in a single game.