In this day of social media and easily accessible information, celebrity deaths are almost always known throughout the world in a matter of minutes from the time of death. Sometimes, however, there are celebrity deaths that fall through the cracks, shocking us whenever we hear about them belatedly.
Perhaps their families are just really good at keeping things under wraps or perhaps people just weren’t paying attention—who really knows? All we can do is hope that they left behind a fat bank account or real estate properties or generous life insurance policies for the families they left behind.
Skye McCole Bartusiak - Accidental overdose
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Eight-year-old Skye Bartusiak won the hearts of millions when she played Mel Gibson’s daughter in The Patriot. She also appeared in films like Kill Your Darlings and Boogeyman, as well as on the iconic TV series 24.
In 2014, she died after overdosing on painkillers. Her family claims that she didn’t abuse drugs, and her death was ruled an accident.
Natasha Richardson - Skiing accident
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Film and stage actress Natasha Richardson won multiple awards throughout her long and illustrious career. She was also happily married to Liam Neeson.
Tragedy struck when she suffered a horrific accident during a family skiing trip, leaving her with a fatal brain injury. All her jewelry and real estate were left to her husband and their 2 sons: Micheal and Daniel.
Amanda Peterson - Drug overdose
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Amanda Peterson was a promising teen actress who starred alongside Patrick Dempsey in Can’t Buy Me Love. However, she passed away in 2015, when she was just 45 years old.
Her mother stated that Peterson faced drug issues in the past, but she was determined that this wasn't the reason behind her death. Subsequent toxicology tests revealed that Peterson died of an accidental drug overdose based on morphine and anti-psychotics.
Dana Hill - Type 1 diabetes
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Dana Hill was one of the most in-demand child stars, starring in comedies like National Lampoon’s European Vacation. She also voiced Jerry the mouse in Tom and Jerry: The Movie, which was her last acting project, unfortunately.
She battled type 1 diabetes for most of her life, and she finally passed away due to complications arising out of her disease at 32 years old.
Nicole DeHuff - Misdiagnosis
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Nicole DeHuff was a promising actress who appeared in Meet the Parents, The Court and Sees Arnold Run. She last starred in the film Unbeatable Harold, which was directed by her husband and released 4 years after her death in 2005.
The 30-year-old died when she was misdiagnosed with bronchitis and given the wrong prescription drugs for treatment. She actually had pneumonia.
Andy Hallett - Congestive heart failure
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Andrew Hallett was most recognizable as the friendly and likable demon, Lorne in the hit show Angel. Not only that, but he was also a singer who contributed to the show’s soundtrack, having sung 2 songs on the official Angel album Angel: Live Fast, Die Never.
The role of Lorne earned him a Satellite Award nomination. In 2009, the 33-year-old passed away due to congestive heart failure.
Patrick Swayze - Pneumonia and pancreatic cancer
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Talented actor and dancer Patrick Swayze was known for his iconic roles in the 1980’s cult classics like Dirty Dancing and Ghost. He passed away in September 2009 due to pneumonia, which was a complication of his long battle with pancreatic cancer.
He was said to have smoked 60 cigarettes a day. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Niemi, who inherited all his money, cars and real estate.
Michael Clarke Duncan - Heart attack
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Michael Clarke Duncan was a recognizable character actor whose gentle giant persona both on and off-screen made him a well-loved performer. He earned an Academy Award nomination for his remarkable performance in The Green Mile.
In 2012, he suddenly passed away from a heart attack at the age of 54. It was later assumed that Duncan suffered from cardiac sarcoidosis, a condition he probably developed after working in a gas company when he was young.
Sunny Johnson - a Brain aneurysm
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Sunny Sue Jackson stole the show in the iconic movie Flashdance as Jennie. Her promising career was cut short, however, when she suddenly died in 1984 due to a ruptured blood vessel in her brain.
She was put on life support for 1 day before her family agreed to pull the plug. At 30 years old, we hope she had some jewelry and wealth amassed for the family she left behind.
Wendie Jo Sperber - Breast cancer
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She stole the show in Back to the Future as Marty McFly’s sister, as well as starred in Bachelor’s Party. Although she was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 39, she put up a brave front and continued working and pursuing roles while receiving treatment.
However, Wendie Jo Sperber’s career came to an end when she succumbed to cancer in 2005 at age 47. Here's hoping her treatment was covered by insurance.
Glenn Quinn - Heroin Overdose
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Handsome Irish actor Glenn Quinn stole the show in hit TV shows like Roseanne and Angel and also acted in the John Travolta film, Shout, opposite Gwyneth Paltrow.
Unfortunately, his promising career was cut short when he was found dead at a friend’s house in an apparent heroin overdose. At least, Quinn was never married, nor he had any children.
Lisa Robin Kelly - Drug overdose
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Problematic actress Lisa Robin Kelly had a long history of drug abuse. In fact, she was fired during the 3rd season of the filming of That 70's Show because of her addiction.
In 2013, she died of an apparent drug overdose while in rehab. She was only 40 years old. Considering she didn't have many work offers during her final years, we hope that the actress had no debt or mortgage to her name.
Gina Mastrogiacomo - Brain embolism
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Gina Mastrogiacomo was discovered by no less than Martin Scorsese when he cast her in Goodfellas. She also appeared in Naked Gun 2,5: The Smell of Fear and on the Seinfeld TV series.
However, her promising career was cut short when at 39 years old, she suddenly died of a brain embolism. She last appeared on screen in 2000, when she guest-starred on an episode of The X-Files.
Luke Perry - Massive Stroke
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Actor Luke Perry is best remembered for his portrayal of Dylan McKay in hit teen show Beverly Hills, 90210. Before landing this role in one of the most popular TV shows of the 90s, Perry worked odd jobs in Los Angeles while he was still a struggling actor.
He was eventually cast in a music video by the band Twisted Sisters, and television guest appearances followed after that. Perry may not have gotten another 'Dylan McKay' kind of role after Beverly Hills, 90210 ended, but he kept on working in Hollywood while balancing family life. Perry died unexpectedly on February 27, 2019, after suffering a massive stroke. The actor was only 52 when he passed away.
Andy Whitfield - Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
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Andy Whitfield was an extremely promising actor who had the title role in the popular series, Spartacus: Blood and Sand.
Unfortunately, the 30-year-old was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma at the height of his fame, and he started undergoing chemo in New Zealand, where he lived with his wife and 2 children. He spent He died of cancer, just 18 months after his diagnosis.
Sir Richard Attenborough - Heart disease
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Sir Richard Attenborough is not only a well-loved veteran actor, but he is also a producer, director, and in-demand voice talent. He appeared in movies like Jurassic Park, Gandhi, and The Great Escape, as well as lent his amazing voice to several wildlife programs.
He died of heart failure in 2014, just a few days before his 91st birthday. We hope he had enough time to consult with testament lawyers to handle his sizeable estate.
Teena Marie - Natural Causes
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Teena Marie, real name Mary Christine Brockert, was a singer-songwriter who was very big in the ’80s. She was quoted as saying "I'm a black artist with white skin..." She died in 2010 of natural causes when she was only 54.
She left behind one child, who we hope is taken care of by her life insurance. Marie released her 14th and last studio album in 2013. It was titled Beautiful.
Kobe Bryant – Helicopter Crash
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There would be hardly any one who doesn’t know Kobe Bryant, and with the tragic death he met recently, even more people across the globe have become familiar with the basketball superstar’s name.
It was reported that he succumbed to a helicopter crash, and another sad part of the whole incident is the fact that he was accompanied by one of his daughters who also died in the tragedy that happened. Undoubtedly, a huge void has been created in the world of sports, and the pain of losing such a legend will not fade for a long time to come.
Chris Penn - Heart disease
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Chris Penn is actor Sean Penn’s brother and a character actor most recognizable for his role in Tarantino’s Reservoir Dogs. However, he had also landed several other notable roles in films like Footloose, At Close Range, and Pale Rider. In 2006, he suddenly died of a heart attack at age 40.
We hope his cash & cars and other properties were properly taken care of by his family.
George Kennedy - Heart disease
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George Kennedy was the Academy Award-winning actor who played the iconic role of Dragline in Cool Hand Luke. He was also a World War II veteran, having served in the US Army. His last movie role was that of the grandfather to Mark Walhberg's character in The Gambler in 2014.
He was plagued with heart disease for many years, but he lived until the age of 91. We are sure he amassed a tidy sum of money to pass onto his family.
Anita Mui - Cervical cancer
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Anita Mui was once dubbed as “Asia’s Madonna.” Known for her outrageous costumes and wild performances, the Hong Kong-based singer had an unforgettable voice that endeared her to her fans.
She became so popular that she even managed to hold a sold-out performance in London, something no other Japanese artist had ever achieved. Unfortunately, she died of cervical cancer in 2003 at the age of 40, leaving scores of grieving fans behind.
Thuy Trang - Vehicular accident
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Thuy Trang is best known for playing Trini Kwan, the Yellow Ranger, in the hit, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series. In 2001, she was involved in a traffic collision in which she died instantly. Angela Rockwood, the renowned model, was also in Trang's car at the moment of the accident, but she survived.
Yet, she since lives in a wheelchair. We hope that with the sudden nature of Trang's death, she did not leave behind a hefty mortgage for her family.
Zoe Lund - Heart failure
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Zoe Lund was a screenwriter and musician, as well as an actress who appeared in films like Ms. 45 and Bad Lieutenant.
She had a history of cocaine addiction, and she died of heart failure in 1999 at the age of 37, leaving behind her husband, Robert. Reportedly, Lund was also addicted to heroin, but it was nothing that she regretted, and she even wanted to legalize it for recreational purposes.
Trevor Goddard - Drug overdose
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Action star Trevor Goddard is another actor who prematurely died due to his substance abuse problems. Known for his role in Mortal Kombat as the fighter, Kano, as well as for his appearances in JAG, he was 40 years old when he passed away.
You might also remember Goddard from his role in Men of War, where Dolph Lundgren starred. Sadly, in 2003, a mix of heroin, cocaine, and Vicodin ended his life.
David Graf - Heart attack
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David Graf starred in Police Academy as Sgt. Eugene Tackleberry. He'd also managed to land some minor roles in hit series like M*A*S*H and The A-Team. He died of a heart attack in 2001.
He would have been 51 years old the week after. With his relative success over the years, he likely did not leave the burden of a hefty mortgage for his loved ones to bear.
Sawyer Sweeten - Suicide
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Sawyer Sweeten was already acting when he was just a baby, appearing in Everybody Loves Raymond alongside his identical twin brother, Sullivan Sweeten and his sister Madylin Sweeten.
Like many child actors, however, he suffered from depression, and he eventually committed suicide by gunshot at age 19. He ended his life just 2 weeks before his 20th birthday, leaving his co-stars on the show devastated.
Andrew Koenig - Suicide
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Andrew Koenig was a jack of all trades. He was a human rights activist, writer, editor, director, and actor who was part of the popular series, Growing Pains.
He was also the son of Star Trek actor Walter Koenig. Andrew had a long, troubled history with depression, and eventually succeeded in committing suicide at age 41. He had hanged himself in Vancouver's Stanley Park.
J. T. Walsh - Heart failure
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J.T. Walsh was an actor best known for portraying villainous characters in A Few Good Men and The Negotiator, to name a few. He was given the moniker, “everyone’s favorite scumbag,” which was a real testament to how he owned his roles.
He suddenly died of a heart attack when he was only 54 years old, with his good friend Jack Nicholson dedicating one of his Academy Awards to his memory.
Len Lesser - Pneumonia
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Prolific character actor Len Lesser is a familiar face, having appeared in almost 200 TV shows and films throughout his career, including Seinfeld, Kelly’s Heroes, and Everybody Loves Raymond. Before stardom, this New York native served the US Army in China, Burma, and India during World War II.
He died of pneumonia at age 88. He had two children, and he'd only been married once, to Janice Burrell, with whom he split in 1982.
Judith Eva Barsi - Homicide
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Judith Barsi was a talented child actress who was discovered at a San Fernando Valley staking rink at the age of 5 and a half.
She went on to lend her voice to animated films like All Dogs Go to Heaven and The Land Before Time. She was only 10 years old when she and her mother were shot in their sleep by her father in 1988.
Christopher Pettit - Drug overdose
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Young actor Christopher Pettit starred in Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead, as well as in The Young Riders as Jesse James.
Another child star died of an accidental overdose after a long battle with substance abuse, just two months after he turned 24. Considering his young age, we don't think he had a lot of money left to his name.
David Strickland - Suicide
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David Strickland was a mainstay of the show Suddenly Susan. He killed himself in the middle of the show’s 1999 season while he was in the thick of divorce proceedings with his wife.
Prior to his suicide, he had consumed a lot of alcohol and spent the night with a female escort. He also battled bipolar disorder and drug abuse throughout his life. He was only 29.
Marcia Wallace - Breast cancer
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Marcia Wallace won an Emmy award in 1992 for her role as Mrs. Krabappel in The Simpsons. However, she didn't work as a voice actress only; others might recognize her from her time as Carol Kester on The Bob Newhart Show.
She owned the role of Krabappel so well that the character was retired to honor her when she died of breast cancer just a week short of her 71st birthday.
Laura Branigan - Intracerebral haemorrhage
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Singer Laura Branigan was famous for hit dance anthems like Gloria and Self-Control. Her songs were also featured in the Flashdance and Ghostbusters soundtracks. She was 47 when she died of intracerebral hemorrhage in 2004.
Her husband had died shortly before she did, but she probably had another family to inherit the jewelry, cash, and cars that she earned over the years.
Brad Renfro - Heroin overdose
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Young heartthrob Brad Renfro was a promising actor who was very popular in the ’90s, appearing in films like The Client. He battled substance abuse throughout his short life, and eventually succumbed to a heroin overdose in 2008 at the tender age of 25.
He's also remembered for his roles in films like Tom And Huck, Sleepers, and Apt Pupil. Following the latter film's release, he was arrested several times and his career ultimately faded.
Earl Hindman - Lung cancer
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He was the iconic man behind the fence in the popular sitcom Home Improvement, but Earl Hindman also had numerous projects under his belt. He died of lung cancer at age 61, and reportedly, his longtime smoking habit played a major role in that.
We hope he had good testament attorneys to handle his family’s finances. He is survived by his wife and two children.
Antoine Ashley - Heart failure
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Antoine Ashley rose to fame as Sahara Davenport when she appeared in RuPaul’s Drag Race. Ashley was also a singer and a dancer. She suddenly died of heart failure in 2012 at the age of 27. She had openly talked about her use of ketamine in the past, something that could have been behind her tragic end at such a young age.
With his lavish lifestyle and flamboyant persona styled with flashy jewelry, we hope she didn’t leave behind an inheritance of debts for her family.
Lynne Thigpen - Cerebral Haemorrhage
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Cherlyn Theresa "Lynne" Thigpen starred in the TV adaptation of Where in the World/Time is Carmen Sandiego?, which was a very popular TV series and video game franchise. She earned tons of fame and six Daytime Emmy Award nominations.
She passed away in 2003 due to a cerebral hemorrhage. She was only 55 years old, but we hope she was able to connect with testament attorneys to create her will.
Jean Stapleton - Natural causes
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Jean Stapleton was a mainstay in the popular TV show All in the Family, playing the role of Edith. She also appeared in more than 60 shows and films throughout her long career.
She died in 2013 of natural causes. At 90 years old, she had more than enough money and real estate amassed for the loved ones she left behind.
Abe Vigoda - Natural Causes
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Actor Abe Vigoda was rumored to have died several times over the last 3 decades, but he did not pass away for real until 2016 at the age of 94 years of natural causes.
He left behind an artistic legacy that spanned several decades with roles in classics like The Godfather and Barney Miller. His last silver-screen appearance was in the 2014 film Sweet Destiny.
George Gaynes - Natural Causes
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George Gaynes's impressive resume as an actor included films like Tootsie, Punky Brewster, and the Police Academy series. Beyond acting, however, he was also a member of the Royal Netherlands Navy prior to relocating to the United States.
He served in WWII and after its end, he moved to the States to pursue an acting career. He died of natural causes at the age of 98.
Tony Burton - Pneumonia
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Before playing the role of Rocky’s coach in Rocky, Tony Burton had a long and very colorful life. He started out as a football player and then a professional boxer.
Unfortunately, he didn’t achieve much success in those endeavors and he ended up in prison for armed robbery. It wasn’t until he was released from prison that he got into acting. He died of pneumonia in 2016.
Windell Middlebrooks - Pulmonary embolism
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Windell Middlebrooks was most recognizable for appearing in commercials for Miller High Life beer and others. He also appeared in Scrubs and Hannah Montana, but his most famous role was undoubtedly the one of Kirby Morris on The Suite Life On Deck.
The acting was his life and passion, and no wonder he chose to earn his Masters in Fine Arts in Acting from the University of California. He died in 2015 of a pulmonary embolism.
Nathaniel Marston - Car accident
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You may recognize Nathaniel Marston as the actor who played alongside Angelina Jolie in Love Is All There Is. He was also known for having portrayed Al Holden on the popular TV series One Life To Live. In 2015, he was involved in a road accident when he lost control of his pickup truck.
Although doctors tried to save him, he died a few days later due to complications from surgery. He was only 40.
Bob Peck - Cancer
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Bob Peck was a British character actor who appeared in Jurassic Park and Edge of Darkness. He was diagnosed with cancer in 1994 but was successfully treated with his cancer in remission.
Unfortunately, cancer came back 5 years later and he was never able to recover. He was 53 years old when he lost his battle with the disease.
Rob Knox - Homicide
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Rob Knox appeared in the wildly popular Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince as Marcus Belby. Knox was also set to appear in the subsequent Harry Potter film Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows.
Unfortunately, the 18-year-old’s career was cut short when he was stabbed outside a London pub while defending his brother. We hope he earned enough money from his appearance in Harry Potter to bequeath to his family.
Barney Martin - Lung cancer
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Barney Martin is best known for playing Seinfeld’s dad, but he also had other successes as both a writer and actor, including the film The Producers by Mel Brooks. You may not know it, but Martin had also served as an NYPD officer for two decades!
He was 82 years old when he passed away from lung cancer in 2005. He is survived by his wife, and we hope their lawyers took care of his estate.
Justin Pierce - Suicide
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Justin Pierce appeared in obscure teen movies like Kids and Next Friday, as well as in two episodes of the much-loved TV series, Malcolm in the Middle.
At a young age, he dropped out of school, made company with felon skateboarders and was arrested from drug possession. He had mental troubles throughout most of his life, which led to his suicide in 2000.
Jonathan Brandis - Suicide
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Another young actor whose promising career was cut short is Jonathan Brandis, who starred in The Neverending Story II: The Next Chapter and Stephen King’s It movie mini-series.
He also made several appearances in many TV series and mini-movies, like One Life To Live. In 2003, the actor committed suicide. He was only 27 years old. Reportedly, he had started struggling with alcohol abuse.
James Rebhorn - Melanoma
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James Rebhorn is a very recognizable face in both film and TV, having starred in a variety of character roles, including roles in the hit TV series Homeland and White Collar.
His most famous films are probably Independence Day and Meet the Parents. He passed away from melanoma at age 65. We hope he had capable lawyers to set his affairs in order.
John Cazale - Lung cancer
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Character actor John Cazale was a regular in gangster films like The Godfather and Dog Day Afternoon. He was diagnosed with lung cancer while filming his last movie, The Deer Hunter, which led to production being rescheduled in order to film all his scenes before he died in 1978.
At the time of his death, he was married to Hollywood icon Meryl Streep.
David Margulies - Cancer
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David Margulies had a long and illustrious acting career before he died of cancer at age 78. He appeared in Ghostbusters, as well as played Tony Soprano’s lawyer in The Sopranos.
Before making his on-screen debut, he had worked as a stage actor in many different plays. As a prolific actor, it’s safe to assume that he was able to put away some money and insurance for his family.
Leonard Nimoy - Lung disease
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Leonard Nimoy, who was born in 1931 in a tenement to Ukrainian Jewish parents, was best known for playing the iconic Mr. Spock in several Star Trek movies and series over the years, including the latest reboots.
A lifetime smoker, Leonard died of lung disease in 2015 at the age of 83. Thankfully, his son Adam Nimoy keeps his acting legacy alive by working as a TV director.
Richard Griffiths - Complications from heart surgery
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Richard Griffiths’ long and illustrious career preceded his portrayal of wretched Uncle Vernon in the Harry Potter series of movies. He won numerous acting awards, including a Tony Award for The History Boys.
Griffiths also won a BAFTA Award nomination for his appearance in the said stage play's film adaptation in 2006. At 65, he passed away due to complications following heart surgery.
Harold Ramis - Autoimmune disease
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Prolific writer, director, and actor Harold Ramis was best known for his role in Ghostbusters as Egon Spengler, while he had also co-directed National Lampoon's Vacation in 1983.
In 2004, he died of inflammatory vasculitis, an autoimmune disease that caused the inflammation of his blood vessels. At 69, we hope he had the chance to create a last will and testament with capable lawyers to manage his estate.
Ashleigh Aston Moore - Pneumonia
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Ashleigh Moore was a promising young star who stole the show in the film Now and Then. Two years later, she chose to retire from acting. Less than a decade later, at age 26, she died of pneumonia.
Her last acting credit was in the late '90s series Touched By An Angel, where she portrayed Abby Fontaine. Hopefully, she at least left behind insurance for her bereaved family.
Heather O'Rourke - Misdiagnosed intestinal stenosis
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Child actress Heather O’Rourke was discovered at age 5 by Steven Spielberg, subsequently starring in the iconic film, Poltergeist and two of its subsequent sequels. She also starred in the TV series Happy Days, and The New Leave It to Beaver.
In 1988, she was misdiagnosed with intestinal stenosis and died of a cardiac arrest when she was only 12 years old. It was said that all the money that she earned could not save her.
Michael Jeter - Epileptic seizure
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Michael Jeter, a native of Tennessee, is one of TV and film’s most familiar faces. The character actor had roles in notable productions like The Green Mile, Jurassic Park III, and Fisher King.
At 51, he died of a fatal epileptic seizure. He is survived by his longtime partner, Sean Blue, who we imagine inherited his cash, cars and real estate.
Paul Gleason - Lung cancer
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Paul Gleason was part of the cast of the hugely popular The Breakfast Club as the strict assistant principal. Gleason was also famous for his roles in Trading Places and All My Children.
Throughout his career, he played similar character roles. After a long battle with lung cancer, he finally succumbed in 2006. We hope he did not leave an inheritance of debts to his family.
Lee Radziwill - Unknown causes
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No, Jackie Kennedy Onassis wasn't the only famous beauty borne by John Vernou Bouvier III, a stockbroker, and his wife, socialite Janet Lee Bouvier, there's also Caroline Lee Bouvier, who's more recognized as Lee Radziwill. Although rumors about a feud between the sisters continued even after the passing away of Onassis, Radziwill insists she and her elder sister has always been close.
Radziwill is well-known for being an American socialite and interior designer who partied with the greats - such as Andy Warhol and Truman Capote, had an affair with her sister's future husband Aristotle Onassis and married into European royalty. Radziwill became Her Serene Highness Princess Caroline Radziwiłl when she married Poland's Prince Stanisław Albrecht Radziwiłł. The famous socialite passed away at her New York City home at the age of 85 in 2019.
Suzanne Crough - Cardiomyopathy
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Suzanne Crough played the role of adorable Tracy Partridge in the wildly popular The Partridge Family. She died in 2015 of cardiomyopathy, with most of her co-stars paying tribute to her loss.
She had retired from show business sometime in the ’80s and lived a quiet life after, having opened her own bookstore. This means she probably had jewelry, cash, and cars, as well as real estate squirreled away.
David Ogden Stiers - Bladder Cancer
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David Ogden Stiers was a very well-accomplished actor and a musician. Besides his many acting credits, Ogden also conducted orchestra across the globe.
He also had a fair share in the Broadway stage during his career. On the year 2009, Ogden opened publicly about being gay which the world accepted with the whole heart. He recently died at the age of 75 after losing the battle with bladder cancer.
Michelle Thomas - Stomach Cancer
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Michelle Thomas was the fresh-faced actress best known for her role in The Cosby Show as Theo’s girlfriend Justine, as well as her performances in Family Matters and The Young and the Restless.
Tragically, at the peak of her career when she was just 30, Michelle was diagnosed with stomach cancer and everyone who heard of the news was shocked because she was known for leading a healthy lifestyle. In fact, she never had any smoking or drinking habits. It was indeed heartbreaking for her fans for they lost her at such a young age but then destiny can betray anyone!