WATCH: In Memoriam – Remembering Notable Celebrity Lives Lost in 2024

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WATCH: In Memoriam – Remembering the notable people we lost in 2024. (Global News video)

As the 2024 year comes to a close, we look back at some of the celebrities lost who made the year memorable.

Donald Sutherland was a Canadian actor renowned for his roles in films such as MASH*, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, and The Hunger Games series. He passed away on June 20, 2024, at the age of 88.

James Earl Jones was an esteemed American actor, best known for providing the iconic voice of Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy. He passed away in 2024 at the age of 93.

Dame Maggie Smith was a distinguished British actress known for her roles in The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, Downton Abbey, and the Harry Potter films. She passed away in 2024 at the age of 89.

Liam Payne was a member of the boy band One Direction, which achieved global success with multiple UK number one albums and singles. He passed away in 2024 at the age of 31.

Quincy Jones was an influential American record producer, musician, and composer, known for his work with artists like Michael Jackson. He passed away in 2024 at the age of 91.

Shannen Doherty was an American actress who gained fame with her roles in Heathers and Beverly Hills 90210. She passed away in 2024 at the age of 53.

Alex Salmond was a Scottish politician who served as the First Minister of Scotland. He passed away in 2024 at the age of 69.

O.J. Simpson, actor and producer starring in Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult (1994). He played professionally as a running back in the NFL for 11 seasons. Simpson was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1983 and the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1985. Died at 76 of prostate cancer.

Franz Beckenbauer was a legendary German footballer and manager, known for his contributions to the sport both on and off the field. He passed away in 2024 at the age of 79.

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