2016 In Review Fast Facts

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Updated 9:30 PM EST, Tue January 3, 2017
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/28/entertainment/debbie-reynolds-hospitalized/index.html" target="_blank">Debbie Reynolds</a>, one of Hollywood's biggest stars in the 1950s and 1960s, died December 28, one day after her daughter, actress Carrie Fisher, passed away. She was 84.
Debbie Reynolds, one of Hollywood's biggest stars in the 1950s and 1960s, died December 28, one day after her daughter, actress Carrie Fisher, passed away. She was 84.
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Actress <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/27/entertainment/carrie-fisher-obit-star-wars/index.html" target="_blank">Carrie Fisher</a>, best known for her role as Princess Leia in the "Star Wars" franchises, died December 27, according to her daughter's publicist. Fisher had suffered a cardiac event on December 23. She was 60 years old.
Actress Carrie Fisher, best known for her role as Princess Leia in the "Star Wars" franchises, died December 27, according to her daughter's publicist. Fisher had suffered a cardiac event on December 23. She was 60 years old.
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Actor and comedian <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/27/entertainment/ricky-harris-death-trnd/index.html" target="_blank">Ricky Harris</a>, who was a regular on the TV sitcom "Everybody Hates Chris" and first gained attention on HBO's "Def Comedy Jam," died December 26, according to his publicist. He was 54.
Actor and comedian Ricky Harris, who was a regular on the TV sitcom "Everybody Hates Chris" and first gained attention on HBO's "Def Comedy Jam," died December 26, according to his publicist. He was 54.
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Singer <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/27/entertainment/george-michael-fadi-fawaz/index.html" target="_blank">George Michael</a>, who shot to fame with the '80s band Wham!, died on Christmas Day, according to Britain's Press Association. He was 53 years old.
Singer George Michael, who shot to fame with the '80s band Wham!, died on Christmas Day, according to Britain's Press Association. He was 53 years old.
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English novelist <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/27/europe/richard-adams-watership-down-obit/" target="_blank">Richard Adams</a>, author of the famous children's book "Watership Down," died at the age of 96 on December 24.
English novelist Richard Adams, author of the famous children's book "Watership Down," died at the age of 96 on December 24.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/18/entertainment/zsa-zsa-gabor-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Zsa Zsa Gabor</a>, the Hungarian beauty whose many marriages, gossipy adventures and occasional legal scuffles kept her in tabloid headlines for decades, died December 18, said her former longtime publicist Ed Lozzi. She was 99.
Zsa Zsa Gabor, the Hungarian beauty whose many marriages, gossipy adventures and occasional legal scuffles kept her in tabloid headlines for decades, died December 18, said her former longtime publicist Ed Lozzi. She was 99.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/15/us/craig-sager-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Craig Sager</a>, the longtime Turner Sports sideline reporter best known for his colorful -- and at times fluorescent -- wardrobe, died December 15 after battling acute myeloid leukemia, the network said. He was 65.
Craig Sager, the longtime Turner Sports sideline reporter best known for his colorful -- and at times fluorescent -- wardrobe, died December 15 after battling acute myeloid leukemia, the network said. He was 65.
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Actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/13/us/alan-thicke-dead/index.html" target="_blank">Alan Thicke</a>, known for his role as the father in the sitcom "Growing Pains," died on December 13, according to his agent, Tracy Mapes. He was 69. Thicke's career spanned five decades -- one in which he played various roles on and off screen, from actor to writer to composer to author.
Actor Alan Thicke, known for his role as the father in the sitcom "Growing Pains," died on December 13, according to his agent, Tracy Mapes. He was 69. Thicke's career spanned five decades -- one in which he played various roles on and off screen, from actor to writer to composer to author.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/08/health/john-glenn-dead/index.html" target="_blank">John Glenn, </a>the first American to orbit the Earth, died December 8, according to the Ohio State University. He was 95.
John Glenn, the first American to orbit the Earth, died December 8, according to the Ohio State University. He was 95.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/10/entertainment/obit-joseph-mascolo-stefano-dimera-days-of-our-lives-trnd-irpt/index.html">Joseph Mascolo</a>, the actor who portrayed archvillain Stefano DiMera in the NBC soap opera "Days of Our Lives," died December 7 after a battle with Alzheimer's disease, the network said. He was 87.
Joseph Mascolo, the actor who portrayed archvillain Stefano DiMera in the NBC soap opera "Days of Our Lives," died December 7 after a battle with Alzheimer's disease, the network said. He was 87.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/09/entertainment/greg-lake-dies-trnd/index.html" target="_blank">Greg Lake</a>, a founding member of influential progressive rock group Emerson, Lake & Palmer, died December 7 after a bout with cancer, his manager said. He's seen here at left with bandmates Keith Emerson, center, and Carl Palmer in 1972.
Greg Lake, a founding member of influential progressive rock group Emerson, Lake & Palmer, died December 7 after a bout with cancer, his manager said. He's seen here at left with bandmates Keith Emerson, center, and Carl Palmer in 1972.
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Actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/26/entertainment/ron-glass-barney-miller-actor-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Ron Glass</a>, known for his role on the police sitcom "Barney Miller," died November 25, his agent said. Glass also starred in "Firefly" and its film sequel "Serenity."
Actor Ron Glass, known for his role on the police sitcom "Barney Miller," died November 25, his agent said. Glass also starred in "Firefly" and its film sequel "Serenity."
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/25/entertainment/florence-henderson-obit/index.html" target="_blank">Florence Henderson</a>, whose "Brady Bunch" character Carol Brady was one of television's most famous mothers, died November 24 at the age of 82, her manager, Kayla Pressman, said.
Florence Henderson, whose "Brady Bunch" character Carol Brady was one of television's most famous mothers, died November 24 at the age of 82, her manager, Kayla Pressman, said.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/18/entertainment/singer-sharon-jones-dead-at-60/" target="_blank">Sharon Jones</a>, the powerful lead singer of the Dap-Kings, died November 18 after a battle with pancreatic cancer, manager Alex Kadvan told CNN. She was 60.
Sharon Jones, the powerful lead singer of the Dap-Kings, died November 18 after a battle with pancreatic cancer, manager Alex Kadvan told CNN. She was 60.
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<a href="http://money.cnn.com/2016/11/14/media/gwen-ifill-obituary/index.html" target="_blank">Gwen Ifill</a>, the veteran journalist and newscaster who co-anchored "PBS NewsHour," died after a battle with endometrial cancer, according to PBS on November 14. She was 61.
Gwen Ifill, the veteran journalist and newscaster who co-anchored "PBS NewsHour," died after a battle with endometrial cancer, according to PBS on November 14. She was 61.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/13/entertainment/leon-russell-obit/" target="_blank">Leon Russell</a>, who emerged as a rock 'n' roll star in the 1970s after working behind the scenes as a session pianist for other musicians, died November 13, his wife told CNN. He was 74.
Leon Russell, who emerged as a rock 'n' roll star in the 1970s after working behind the scenes as a session pianist for other musicians, died November 13, his wife told CNN. He was 74.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/11/entertainment/robert-vaughn-dead/index.html" target="_blank">Robert Vaughn</a>, who played a slick spy on TV's "The Man From U.N.C.L.E.", died November 11, his manager, Matthew Sullivan, told CNN. Vaughn was 83.
Robert Vaughn, who played a slick spy on TV's "The Man From U.N.C.L.E.", died November 11, his manager, Matthew Sullivan, told CNN. Vaughn was 83.
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Canadian singer-songwriter<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/10/entertainment/leonard-cohen-singer-songwriter-dead/index.html" target="_blank"> Leonard Cohen</a> died at the age of 82, according to a post on his official Facebook page on November 10. A highly respected artist known for his poetic and lyrical music, Cohen wrote a number of popular songs, including the often-covered "Hallelujah."
Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen died at the age of 82, according to a post on his official Facebook page on November 10. A highly respected artist known for his poetic and lyrical music, Cohen wrote a number of popular songs, including the often-covered "Hallelujah."
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/07/politics/janet-reno-dies/" target="_blank">Janet Reno</a>, the first female US attorney general, died November 7 following a long battle with Parkinson's disease, her sister Maggy Hurchalla said. Reno, 78, served in the Clinton White House from 1993 to 2001.
Janet Reno, the first female US attorney general, died November 7 following a long battle with Parkinson's disease, her sister Maggy Hurchalla said. Reno, 78, served in the Clinton White House from 1993 to 2001.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/24/us/tom-hayden-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Tom Hayden</a>, a peace activist whose radical views helped spur the anti-Vietnam War movement, died October 23. He was 76.
Tom Hayden, a peace activist whose radical views helped spur the anti-Vietnam War movement, died October 23. He was 76.
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Actor and comedian <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/21/entertainment/kevin-meaney-comedian-obit/index.html" target="_blank">Kevin Meaney</a>, who had been a regular on late-night TV and was famous for delivering the line, "That's not right," died, his agent said October 21. Meaney's age and the cause of death weren't immediately known.
Actor and comedian Kevin Meaney, who had been a regular on late-night TV and was famous for delivering the line, "That's not right," died, his agent said October 21. Meaney's age and the cause of death weren't immediately known.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/19/us/phil-chess-records-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Phil Chess</a>, the co-founder of the iconic rock-and-roll and blues label Chess Records, died October 18, according to his son. He was 95. Phil and his brother Leonard founded Chess Records in the late 1940s and helped spawn the careers of many popular musicians in the 1950s.
Phil Chess, the co-founder of the iconic rock-and-roll and blues label Chess Records, died October 18, according to his son. He was 95. Phil and his brother Leonard founded Chess Records in the late 1940s and helped spawn the careers of many popular musicians in the 1950s.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/13/entertainment/dylan-rieder-dead/index.html" target="_blank">Dylan Rieder</a>, a professional skateboarder and model, died on October 12 due to complications from leukemia, according to his father. He was 28.
Dylan Rieder, a professional skateboarder and model, died on October 12 due to complications from leukemia, according to his father. He was 28.
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Actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/13/entertainment/tommy-ford-obit/index.html" target="_blank">Tommy Ford</a>, best known for his role as Tommy in the 1990s hit sitcom "Martin," died in Atlanta, a spokeswoman for his family announced on October 12. Ford was 52.
Actor Tommy Ford, best known for his role as Tommy in the 1990s hit sitcom "Martin," died in Atlanta, a spokeswoman for his family announced on October 12. Ford was 52.
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Award-winning author <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/10/04/entertainment/gloria-naylor-dies/" target="_blank">Gloria Naylor</a>, whose explorations of the lives of black women in the 1980s and 1990s earned her wide acclaim, died on September 28. She was 66.
Award-winning author Gloria Naylor, whose explorations of the lives of black women in the 1980s and 1990s earned her wide acclaim, died on September 28. She was 66.
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Golfing legend <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/25/us/arnold-palmer-death/index.html" target="_blank">Arnold Palmer</a>, who helped turn the sport from a country club pursuit to one that became accessible to the masses, died September 25 at the age of 87, according to the U.S. Golf Association.
Golfing legend Arnold Palmer, who helped turn the sport from a country club pursuit to one that became accessible to the masses, died September 25 at the age of 87, according to the U.S. Golf Association.
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Miami Marlins pitcher <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/25/us/mlb-pitcher-jose-fernandez-dead/index.html" target="_blank">Jose Fernandez</a>, one of baseball's brightest stars, was killed in a boating accident September 25, Florida authorities said. He was 24.
Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez, one of baseball's brightest stars, was killed in a boating accident September 25, Florida authorities said. He was 24.
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Veteran actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/25/entertainment/bill-nunn-do-the-right-thing-actor-dead-trnd/index.html">Bill Nunn, </a>best known for playing Radio Raheem in "Do the Right Thing" and Robbie Robertson in the "Spider-Man" trilogy, died September 24 at age 63.
Veteran actor Bill Nunn, best known for playing Radio Raheem in "Do the Right Thing" and Robbie Robertson in the "Spider-Man" trilogy, died September 24 at age 63.
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Grammy and Emmy Award winner <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/25/entertainment/stanley-dural-buckwheat-zydeco-dead/index.html">Stanley Dural Jr., also known as Buckwheat Zydeco,</a> died September 24 in Lafayette, Louisiana. He was 68.
Grammy and Emmy Award winner Stanley Dural Jr., also known as Buckwheat Zydeco, died September 24 in Lafayette, Louisiana. He was 68.
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"L.A. Confidential" director and writer <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/21/entertainment/curtis-hanson-death/" target="_blank">Curtis Hanson</a>, 71, died of natural causes on September 20, Los Angeles police said. He won an Oscar with Brian Helgeland for the screenplay on "L.A. Confidential," and he also directed "8 Mile" and "Wonder Boys."
"L.A. Confidential" director and writer Curtis Hanson, 71, died of natural causes on September 20, Los Angeles police said. He won an Oscar with Brian Helgeland for the screenplay on "L.A. Confidential," and he also directed "8 Mile" and "Wonder Boys."
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<a href="http://www.preview.cnn.com/2016/09/18/us/liesl-sound-of-music-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Charmian Carr</a>, best known for her role as Liesl in "The Sound of Music," died September 17 at the age of 73, according to her family. Carr died of complications from a rare form of dementia.
Charmian Carr, best known for her role as Liesl in "The Sound of Music," died September 17 at the age of 73, according to her family. Carr died of complications from a rare form of dementia.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/17/entertainment/author-wp-kinsella-dead/index.html">W.P. Kinsella,</a> the author of "Shoeless Joe," the award-winning novel that became the film "Field of Dreams," died at 81 on September 16.
W.P. Kinsella, the author of "Shoeless Joe," the award-winning novel that became the film "Field of Dreams," died at 81 on September 16.
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Legendary playwright <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/16/us/playwright-edward-albee-dead/index.html" target="_blank">Edward Albee</a> -- whose works included "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" -- died at the age of 88 after a short illness, according to his personal assistant Jakob Holder. Albee died September 16 at his home in Montauk, New York.
Legendary playwright Edward Albee -- whose works included "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" -- died at the age of 88 after a short illness, according to his personal assistant Jakob Holder. Albee died September 16 at his home in Montauk, New York.
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Actress and transgender rights activist <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/11/entertainment/alexis-arquette-obit/index.html" target="_blank">Alexis Arquette</a> died September 11. She was 47.
Actress and transgender rights activist Alexis Arquette died September 11. She was 47.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/08/entertainment/lady-chablis-obit-midnight-garden-good-evil/index.html" target="_blank">The Lady Chablis</a>, the unabashed Savannah, Georgia, transgender queen who became a gay icon after finding fame in the 1990s through the "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" book and movie, died September 8. She was 59.
The Lady Chablis, the unabashed Savannah, Georgia, transgender queen who became a gay icon after finding fame in the 1990s through the "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" book and movie, died September 8. She was 59.
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Actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/06/entertainment/hugh-obrian-dead/index.html" target="_blank">Hugh O'Brian</a>, best known for his portrayal of the title role in the 1950's TV Western "The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp," died on September 5. He was 91.
Actor Hugh O'Brian, best known for his portrayal of the title role in the 1950's TV Western "The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp," died on September 5. He was 91.
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Character actor Jon Polito, who appeared in films such as "American Gangster" and "The Big Lebowski," died September 2, his manager confirmed. He was 65.
Character actor Jon Polito, who appeared in films such as "American Gangster" and "The Big Lebowski," died September 2, his manager confirmed. He was 65.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/03/us/obituary-weavers-fred-hellerman/index.html" target="_blank">Fred Hellerman</a>, a singer and composer who was the last surviving member of the iconic and influential folk music quartet the Weavers, died September 1 at the age of 89. He is on the right along with the other members of his quartet.
Fred Hellerman, a singer and composer who was the last surviving member of the iconic and influential folk music quartet the Weavers, died September 1 at the age of 89. He is on the right along with the other members of his quartet.
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Actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/08/29/entertainment/gene-wilder-dead/index.html" target="_blank">Gene Wilder</a>, who brought a wild-eyed desperation to a series of memorable and iconic comedy roles in the 1970s and 1980s, died August 29 at the age of 83. Some of his most famous films include "Young Frankenstein," "Blazing Saddles" and "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory."
Actor Gene Wilder, who brought a wild-eyed desperation to a series of memorable and iconic comedy roles in the 1970s and 1980s, died August 29 at the age of 83. Some of his most famous films include "Young Frankenstein," "Blazing Saddles" and "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory."
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Mexican music icon<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/08/28/entertainment/latin-american-music-icon-juan-gabriel-dead/index.html"> Juan Gabriel, </a>who wooed audiences with soulful pop ballads that made him a Latin American music legend, died August 28 at the age of 66.
Mexican music icon Juan Gabriel, who wooed audiences with soulful pop ballads that made him a Latin American music legend, died August 28 at the age of 66.
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Actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/08/23/entertainment/steven-hill/" target="_blank">Steven Hill</a>, best known for playing District Attorney Adam Schiff on NBC's "Law & Order," died August 23, his son confirmed to CNN. He was 94.
Actor Steven Hill, best known for playing District Attorney Adam Schiff on NBC's "Law & Order," died August 23, his son confirmed to CNN. He was 94.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/08/20/entertainment/matt-roberts-3-doors-down-former-guitarist-dead/" target="_blank">Matt Roberts</a>, former guitarist of the band 3 Doors Down, died August 21, his father said. Roberts, seen here at center, was 38. A cause of death was not immediately known.
Matt Roberts, former guitarist of the band 3 Doors Down, died August 21, his father said. Roberts, seen here at center, was 38. A cause of death was not immediately known.
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British actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/08/13/entertainment/actor-kenny-baker-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Kenny Bake</a>r, best known for playing R2-D2 in the "Star Wars" films, died on August 13, Baker's niece, Abigail Shield, told CNN. He was 81.
British actor Kenny Baker, best known for playing R2-D2 in the "Star Wars" films, died on August 13, Baker's niece, Abigail Shield, told CNN. He was 81.
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Famous New Orleans jazz clarinetist <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/08/06/us/louisiana-jazz-great-pete-fountain-dies/index.html">Pete Fountain</a> died August 6 of heart failure. He was 86.
Famous New Orleans jazz clarinetist Pete Fountain died August 6 of heart failure. He was 86.
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Actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/08/05/entertainment/david-huddleston-big-lebowski-obit-irpt/index.html" target="_blank">David Huddleston</a>, perhaps best known for his role in the 1998 film "The Big Lebowski," died August 2 at the age of 85.
Actor David Huddleston, perhaps best known for his role in the 1998 film "The Big Lebowski," died August 2 at the age of 85.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/07/26/entertainment/miss-cleo-youree-harris-obituary/index.html" target="_blank">Youree Dell Harris</a>, better known as "Miss Cleo," the pitchwoman for the Psychic Readers Network, died July 26 of cancer, according to an attorney for her family. She was 53.
Youree Dell Harris, better known as "Miss Cleo," the pitchwoman for the Psychic Readers Network, died July 26 of cancer, according to an attorney for her family. She was 53.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/07/25/us/left-behind-author-timothy-lahaye-dies/" target="_blank">Timothy LaHaye</a>, the evangelical minister and co-author of the "Left Behind" book series, died July 26 following a massive stroke. He was 90 years old. Here, he is seen at left with co-author Jerry B. Jenkins in 2004.
Timothy LaHaye, the evangelical minister and co-author of the "Left Behind" book series, died July 26 following a massive stroke. He was 90 years old. Here, he is seen at left with co-author Jerry B. Jenkins in 2004.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/07/20/entertainment/garry-marshall-obituary/index.html">Garry Marshall</a>, who created popular TV shows such as "Mork and Mindy" and "Happy Days" and directed hit films such as "Pretty Woman" and "The Princess Diaries," died July 19 at the age of 81, his publicist said.
Garry Marshall, who created popular TV shows such as "Mork and Mindy" and "Happy Days" and directed hit films such as "Pretty Woman" and "The Princess Diaries," died July 19 at the age of 81, his publicist said.
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Actress <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/07/04/entertainment/obit-noel-neill/index.html" target="_blank">Noel Neill</a>, who played Lois Lane in the 1950s TV version of "Superman," died July 3 at the age of 95.
Actress Noel Neill, who played Lois Lane in the 1950s TV version of "Superman," died July 3 at the age of 95.
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Director <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/07/03/entertainment/michael-cimino-obit/index.html" target="_blank">Michael Cimino</a>, whose searing 1978 Vietnam War drama "The Deer Hunter" won five Oscars, including best picture, died July 2. He was 77.
Director Michael Cimino, whose searing 1978 Vietnam War drama "The Deer Hunter" won five Oscars, including best picture, died July 2. He was 77.
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Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Holocaust survivor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/07/02/world/elie-wiesel-dies/index.html?adkey=bn">Elie Wiesel</a> died at the age of 87 on July 2. Wiesel's book "La Nuit" is the story of the Wiesel family being sent to Nazi concentration camps.
Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel died at the age of 87 on July 2. Wiesel's book "La Nuit" is the story of the Wiesel family being sent to Nazi concentration camps.
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Scotty Moore, a legendary guitarist credited with helping to launch Elvis Presley's career, died at the age of 84 on June 28. Moore is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and he was ranked No. 29 on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 greatest guitarists.
Scotty Moore, a legendary guitarist credited with helping to launch Elvis Presley's career, died at the age of 84 on June 28. Moore is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and he was ranked No. 29 on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 greatest guitarists.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/28/us/pat-summitt-obit/" target="_blank">Pat Summitt</a>, who built the University of Tennessee's Lady Volunteers into a perennial power on the way to becoming the winningest coach in the history of major college basketball, died June 28 at the age of 64. Her death came five years after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
Pat Summitt, who built the University of Tennessee's Lady Volunteers into a perennial power on the way to becoming the winningest coach in the history of major college basketball, died June 28 at the age of 64. Her death came five years after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
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<a href="http://money.cnn.com/2016/06/25/media/bill-cunningham-ny-times-fashion-photographer-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Bill Cunningham</a>, one of the most recognizable figures at The New York Times and in all of New York, died June 25 at the age of 87. Cunningham was a street-life photographer; a cultural anthropologist; a fixture at fashion events; and a celebrity in spite of his desire to keep the camera focused on others, not himself.
Bill Cunningham, one of the most recognizable figures at The New York Times and in all of New York, died June 25 at the age of 87. Cunningham was a street-life photographer; a cultural anthropologist; a fixture at fashion events; and a celebrity in spite of his desire to keep the camera focused on others, not himself.
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Bluegrass music pioneer <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/24/entertainment/ralph-stanley-obit/index.html" target="_blank">Ralph Stanley </a>died June 23 at the age of 89, publicist Kirt Webster announced on Stanley's official website. Stanley was already famous in bluegrass and roots music circles when the 2000 hit movie "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" thrust him into the mainstream. He provided a haunting a cappella version of the dirge "O Death" and ended up winning a Grammy.
Bluegrass music pioneer Ralph Stanley died June 23 at the age of 89, publicist Kirt Webster announced on Stanley's official website. Stanley was already famous in bluegrass and roots music circles when the 2000 hit movie "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" thrust him into the mainstream. He provided a haunting a cappella version of the dirge "O Death" and ended up winning a Grammy.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/19/entertainment/actor-anton-yelchin-killed/index.html" target="_blank">Anton Yelchin</a>, who played Pavel Chekov in the most recent "Star Trek" movies, died June 19 after a freak car accident outside his home, police said. He was 27.
Anton Yelchin, who played Pavel Chekov in the most recent "Star Trek" movies, died June 19 after a freak car accident outside his home, police said. He was 27.
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Actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/18/entertainment/ron-lester-obit/index.html" target="_blank">Ron Lester</a>, who portrayed Billy Bob in the 1999 football movie "Varsity Blues," died June 17 at the age of 45, according to his representative Dave Bradley. Bradley said Lester died of organ failure -- specifically his liver and his kidneys. Lester had openly talked about his struggle with his illness on Twitter.
Actor Ron Lester, who portrayed Billy Bob in the 1999 football movie "Varsity Blues," died June 17 at the age of 45, according to his representative Dave Bradley. Bradley said Lester died of organ failure -- specifically his liver and his kidneys. Lester had openly talked about his struggle with his illness on Twitter.
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Singer <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/18/entertainment/pm-dawn-attrell-cordes-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Attrell Cordes</a>, known as Prince Be of the music duo P.M. Dawn, died June 17 after suffering from diabetes and renal kidney disease, according to a statement from the group. He was 46.
Singer Attrell Cordes, known as Prince Be of the music duo P.M. Dawn, died June 17 after suffering from diabetes and renal kidney disease, according to a statement from the group. He was 46.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/13/entertainment/alf-actor-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Michu Meszaros</a>, the actor who played "Alf" in the popular '80s sitcom, died June 12, according to his longtime friend and manager Dennis Varga. Meszaros was 77.
Michu Meszaros, the actor who played "Alf" in the popular '80s sitcom, died June 12, according to his longtime friend and manager Dennis Varga. Meszaros was 77.
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Singer <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/11/entertainment/orlando-christina-grimmie-shot/index.html" target="_blank">Christina Grimmie</a> died June 11 from gunshot wounds. The 22-year-old singer, who finished third on season 6 of "The Voice" on NBC, was shot while signing autographs after a concert in Orlando.
Singer Christina Grimmie died June 11 from gunshot wounds. The 22-year-old singer, who finished third on season 6 of "The Voice" on NBC, was shot while signing autographs after a concert in Orlando.
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Hockey legend <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/10/us/gordie-howe-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Gordie Howe</a>, left, scored 801 goals in his NHL career and won four Stanley Cups with the Detroit Red Wings. Howe, also known as "Mr. Hockey," died June 10 at the age of 88, his son Marty said.
Hockey legend Gordie Howe, left, scored 801 goals in his NHL career and won four Stanley Cups with the Detroit Red Wings. Howe, also known as "Mr. Hockey," died June 10 at the age of 88, his son Marty said.
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Mixed martial arts fighter <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/07/sport/kimbo-slice-death/index.html" target="_blank">Kimbo Slice</a> died June 6 at the age of 42. Slice, whose real name was Kevin Ferguson, initially gained fame from online videos that showed him engaging in backyard bare-knuckle fights. He then became a professional fighter with a natural charisma that endeared him to fans.
Mixed martial arts fighter Kimbo Slice died June 6 at the age of 42. Slice, whose real name was Kevin Ferguson, initially gained fame from online videos that showed him engaging in backyard bare-knuckle fights. He then became a professional fighter with a natural charisma that endeared him to fans.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/04/world/muhammad-ali-obituary/index.html" target="_blank">Muhammad Ali</a>, the three-time heavyweight boxing champion who called himself "The Greatest," died June 3 at the age of 74. Fans on every continent adored him, and at one point he was the probably the most recognizable man on the planet.
Muhammad Ali, the three-time heavyweight boxing champion who called himself "The Greatest," died June 3 at the age of 74. Fans on every continent adored him, and at one point he was the probably the most recognizable man on the planet.
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Drummer <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/05/22/living/nick-menza-ex-megadeth-drummer-death-trnd/index.html" target="_blank">Nick Menza</a>, who played on many of Megadeth's most successful albums, died after collapsing on stage during a show with his current band, Ohm, on May 21. He was 51.
Drummer Nick Menza, who played on many of Megadeth's most successful albums, died after collapsing on stage during a show with his current band, Ohm, on May 21. He was 51.
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Actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/05/20/entertainment/alan-young-obit/index.html" target="_blank">Alan Young</a>, known for his role as Wilbur Post in the television show "Mr. Ed," died on May 19. He was 96.
Actor Alan Young, known for his role as Wilbur Post in the television show "Mr. Ed," died on May 19. He was 96.
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CBS News legend<a href="http://money.cnn.com/2016/05/19/media/morley-safer-death/index.html" target="_blank"> Morley Safer</a>, whose work on "60 Minutes" embodied the show's 50 years on air, died at the age of 84, according to CBS on May 19.
CBS News legend Morley Safer, whose work on "60 Minutes" embodied the show's 50 years on air, died at the age of 84, according to CBS on May 19.
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Grammy-winning songwriter <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/05/17/entertainment/guy-clark-singer-songwriter-obit/" target="_blank">Guy Clark</a> died May 17 at the age of 74. The Texas native died after a long illness, according to a statement from his publicist.
Grammy-winning songwriter Guy Clark died May 17 at the age of 74. The Texas native died after a long illness, according to a statement from his publicist.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/05/09/entertainment/william-schallert-dies/index.html" target="_blank">William Schallert</a>, a familiar face in television and film thanks to roles on "The Patty Duke Show," "Star Trek" and many more, died May 8 at age 93, his son said.
William Schallert, a familiar face in television and film thanks to roles on "The Patty Duke Show," "Star Trek" and many more, died May 8 at age 93, his son said.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/05/15/entertainment/madeleine-lebeau-casablanca-actress-dies/" target="_blank">Madeleine LeBeau</a>, known for her role in "Casablanca," died May 1 after breaking her thigh bone, her stepson Carlo Alberto Pinelli told CNN. The actress, who played the jilted girlfriend of Rick (Humphrey Bogart) in the movie, was 92.
Madeleine LeBeau, known for her role in "Casablanca," died May 1 after breaking her thigh bone, her stepson Carlo Alberto Pinelli told CNN. The actress, who played the jilted girlfriend of Rick (Humphrey Bogart) in the movie, was 92.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/04/24/world/papa-wemba-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Papa Wemba</a>, one of Africa's most flamboyant and popular musicians, died after collapsing on stage at a music festival in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, on April 23, according to a statement from the Urban Music Festival. He was 66.
Papa Wemba, one of Africa's most flamboyant and popular musicians, died after collapsing on stage at a music festival in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, on April 23, according to a statement from the Urban Music Festival. He was 66.
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The musician <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/04/21/entertainment/prince-dead-obit/index.html" target="_blank">Prince</a> died at his home in Minnesota on April 21 at age 57. The medical examiner later determined he died of an accidental overdose of the opioid fentanyl.
The musician Prince died at his home in Minnesota on April 21 at age 57. The medical examiner later determined he died of an accidental overdose of the opioid fentanyl.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/04/23/entertainment/michelle-mcnamara-death-oswalt-irpt/index.html" target="_blank">Michelle McNamara</a>, the crime writer who founded the website TrueCrimeStory.com and the wife of popular comedian Patton Oswalt, died April 21, her husband's publicist confirmed. She was 46. No cause of death was provided.
Michelle McNamara, the crime writer who founded the website TrueCrimeStory.com and the wife of popular comedian Patton Oswalt, died April 21, her husband's publicist confirmed. She was 46. No cause of death was provided.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/04/21/entertainment/chyna-wrestler-dead/index.html" target="_blank">Joan Laurer, the former pro wrestler better known as Chyna,</a> was found dead in her Redondo Beach, California, apartment on April 20. The cause of death is under investigation, but police said there were no signs of foul play. Laurer was 45.
Joan Laurer, the former pro wrestler better known as Chyna, was found dead in her Redondo Beach, California, apartment on April 20. The cause of death is under investigation, but police said there were no signs of foul play. Laurer was 45.
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Actress <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/04/18/entertainment/doris-roberts-dies-obit/" target="_blank">Doris Roberts</a>, best known for her role as Marie Barone on the sitcom "Everybody Loves Raymond," died April 17. She was 90.
Actress Doris Roberts, best known for her role as Marie Barone on the sitcom "Everybody Loves Raymond," died April 17. She was 90.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/04/10/sport/will-smith-former-saints-player-killed/index.html">Will Smith</a>, a former first-round pick in the NFL who played for the New Orleans Saints' Super Bowl-winning team, was shot to death after a traffic incident on April 9. He was 34.
Will Smith, a former first-round pick in the NFL who played for the New Orleans Saints' Super Bowl-winning team, was shot to death after a traffic incident on April 9. He was 34.
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Country music legend <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/04/06/entertainment/merle-haggard-country-music-dies/" target="_blank">Merle Haggard</a> died on April 6 -- his 79th birthday -- of complications from pneumonia, his agent Lance Roberts told CNN.
Country music legend Merle Haggard died on April 6 -- his 79th birthday -- of complications from pneumonia, his agent Lance Roberts told CNN.
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Architect <a href="http://edition.cnn.com/2016/03/31/europe/architect-zaha-hadid-dead/index.html" target="_blank">Zaha Hadid</a>, whose designs include the London Olympic Aquatic Centre, died March 31, a spokesperson from Zaha Hadid Design told CNN. She was 65. Hadid died of a heart attack in a Miami hospital where she was being treated for bronchitis, according to her firm's press office.
Architect Zaha Hadid, whose designs include the London Olympic Aquatic Centre, died March 31, a spokesperson from Zaha Hadid Design told CNN. She was 65. Hadid died of a heart attack in a Miami hospital where she was being treated for bronchitis, according to her firm's press office.
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Actress <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/29/entertainment/patty-duke-obit-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Patty Duke</a>, star of "The Patty Duke Show," died March 29, at the age of 69. Duke won an Academy Award at age 16 for playing Helen Keller in 1962's "The Miracle Worker."
Actress Patty Duke, star of "The Patty Duke Show," died March 29, at the age of 69. Duke won an Academy Award at age 16 for playing Helen Keller in 1962's "The Miracle Worker."
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Actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/29/entertainment/james-noble-obit-feat/" target="_blank">James Noble</a>, who played Gov. Eugene X. Gatling in the television series "Benson," died from a stroke on March 28. He was 94.
Actor James Noble, who played Gov. Eugene X. Gatling in the television series "Benson," died from a stroke on March 28. He was 94.
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Author and poet <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/27/entertainment/author-jim-harrison-obit-legends-fall-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Jim Harrison</a> died March 26 at his winter home in Arizona. He was 78. His many books include "Legends of the Fall," which was made into a 1994 movie starring Brad Pitt and Anthony Hopkins.
Author and poet Jim Harrison died March 26 at his winter home in Arizona. He was 78. His many books include "Legends of the Fall," which was made into a 1994 movie starring Brad Pitt and Anthony Hopkins.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/24/entertainment/garry-shandling-dies-obit-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Garry Shandling</a>, the inventive comedian and star of "The Larry Sanders Show," died March 24. He was 66. Shandling's comedy and mentorship influenced a generation of comedians.
Garry Shandling, the inventive comedian and star of "The Larry Sanders Show," died March 24. He was 66. Shandling's comedy and mentorship influenced a generation of comedians.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/23/entertainment/ken-howard-dead-obit-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Ken Howard</a>, seen here as Hank Hooper on "30 Rock," died March 23. He was 71. Howard also starred in "The White Shadow" and appeared in many other TV series.
Ken Howard, seen here as Hank Hooper on "30 Rock," died March 23. He was 71. Howard also starred in "The White Shadow" and appeared in many other TV series.
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Malik Taylor, better known to fans as <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/23/entertainment/phife-dawg-obit-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Phife Dawg</a> of the rap group A Tribe Called Quest, died March 23 at the age of 45. He's seen here at center during a performance in 1996. Taylor had long suffered from health issues associated with having Type 1 diabetes. In 2008, he underwent a kidney transplant.
Malik Taylor, better known to fans as Phife Dawg of the rap group A Tribe Called Quest, died March 23 at the age of 45. He's seen here at center during a performance in 1996. Taylor had long suffered from health issues associated with having Type 1 diabetes. In 2008, he underwent a kidney transplant.
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Actor <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/17/entertainment/larry-drake-actor-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Larry Drake</a>, best known for his role as Benny on "L.A. Law," died at his home in Los Angeles on March 17, according to his manager Steven Siebert. Drake was 66.
Actor Larry Drake, best known for his role as Benny on "L.A. Law," died at his home in Los Angeles on March 17, according to his manager Steven Siebert. Drake was 66.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/16/entertainment/frank-sinatra-jr-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Frank Sinatra Jr.</a>, the son of the legendary entertainer who had a long musical career of his own, died March 16, said manager Andrea Kauffman. He was 72.
Frank Sinatra Jr., the son of the legendary entertainer who had a long musical career of his own, died March 16, said manager Andrea Kauffman. He was 72.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/11/entertainment/keith-emerson-dies-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Keith Emerson</a>, keyboardist for the influential progressive rock group Emerson, Lake & Palmer, died March 10, according to the band's official Facebook page. He was 71.
Keith Emerson, keyboardist for the influential progressive rock group Emerson, Lake & Palmer, died March 10, according to the band's official Facebook page. He was 71.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/09/entertainment/george-martin-obit/index.html">Sir George Martin</a>, the music producer whose collaboration with the Beatles helped redraw the boundaries of popular music, died March 8, according to his management company. He was 90. Above, Martin poses with the Beatles after the album "Please Please Me" went silver in 1963.
Sir George Martin, the music producer whose collaboration with the Beatles helped redraw the boundaries of popular music, died March 8, according to his management company. He was 90. Above, Martin poses with the Beatles after the album "Please Please Me" went silver in 1963.
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Former first lady <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/06/politics/nancy-reagan-dies-obit/index.html" target="_blank">Nancy Reagan</a>, who joined her husband on a storybook journey from Hollywood to the White House, died of heart failure on March 6. She was known as a fierce protector of her husband, President Ronald Reagan, as well as a spokeswoman of the "just say no" anti-drug campaign. She was 94.
Former first lady Nancy Reagan, who joined her husband on a storybook journey from Hollywood to the White House, died of heart failure on March 6. She was known as a fierce protector of her husband, President Ronald Reagan, as well as a spokeswoman of the "just say no" anti-drug campaign. She was 94.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/05/entertainment/author-pat-conroy-dead/index.html">Pat Conroy, </a>who used his troubled family history as grist for a series of novels, including "The Prince of Tides" and "The Great Santini," died March 4 at age 70.
Pat Conroy, who used his troubled family history as grist for a series of novels, including "The Prince of Tides" and "The Great Santini," died March 4 at age 70.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/04/tennis/bud-collins-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Bud Collins</a>, the legendary tennis writer who was the first newspaper scribe to regularly appear on sports broadcasts, died March 4. He was 86. Collins was beloved for his cheerful and enthusiastic coverage of a sport he covered for almost 50 years.
Bud Collins, the legendary tennis writer who was the first newspaper scribe to regularly appear on sports broadcasts, died March 4. He was 86. Collins was beloved for his cheerful and enthusiastic coverage of a sport he covered for almost 50 years.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/02/entertainment/lee-reherman-american-gladiators-obit-feat/" target="_blank">Lee Reherman</a>, a former football player and star of "American Gladiators," was found dead on March 1. He was 49 years old.
Lee Reherman, a former football player and star of "American Gladiators," was found dead on March 1. He was 49 years old.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/29/entertainment/george-kennedy-obit-feat/index.html" target="_blank">George Kennedy</a>, the brawny, Oscar-winning actor known for playing cops, soldiers and blue-collar authority figures in such films as "Cool Hand Luke," "Airport" and the "Naked Gun" films, died February 28. He was 91.
George Kennedy, the brawny, Oscar-winning actor known for playing cops, soldiers and blue-collar authority figures in such films as "Cool Hand Luke," "Airport" and the "Naked Gun" films, died February 28. He was 91.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/26/entertainment/tony-burton-dies-obit-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Tony Burton</a>, who played trainer Tony "Duke" Evers in the "Rocky" film franchise, died on February 25. He was 78.
Tony Burton, who played trainer Tony "Duke" Evers in the "Rocky" film franchise, died on February 25. He was 78.
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Singer <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/22/entertainment/sonny-james-obit-feat/" target="_blank">Sonny James</a>, who ruled the country music charts for nearly 20 years, died February 22 at the age of 87.
Singer Sonny James, who ruled the country music charts for nearly 20 years, died February 22 at the age of 87.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/19/europe/umberto-eco-dead/index.html">Umberto Eco</a>, author of the novels "The Name of the Rose" and "Foucault's Pendulum," died February 19 at the age of 84, his U.S. publisher said.
Umberto Eco, author of the novels "The Name of the Rose" and "Foucault's Pendulum," died February 19 at the age of 84, his U.S. publisher said.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/19/entertainment/harper-lee-obit-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Harper Lee</a>, whose novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" was awarded a Pulitzer Prize in 1961, was confirmed dead on February 19. She was 89. Her long-anticipated second novel, "Go Set a Watchman," was published in 2015.
Harper Lee, whose novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" was awarded a Pulitzer Prize in 1961, was confirmed dead on February 19. She was 89. Her long-anticipated second novel, "Go Set a Watchman," was published in 2015.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/16/world/un-boutros-boutros-ghali-dies/index.html" target="_blank">Boutros Boutros-Ghali</a>, who was the United Nations' sixth secretary-general in the early 1990s, died on February 16. He was 93.
Boutros Boutros-Ghali, who was the United Nations' sixth secretary-general in the early 1990s, died on February 16. He was 93.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/17/entertainment/george-gaynes-obit-feat/" target="_blank">George Gaynes</a>, the veteran actor best known for "Punky Brewster" and the "Police Academy" films, died on February 15. He was 98.
George Gaynes, the veteran actor best known for "Punky Brewster" and the "Police Academy" films, died on February 15. He was 98.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/16/entertainment/vanity-denise-matthews-dead/index.html" target="_blank">Denise Matthews</a>, who fronted the group Vanity 6 but was best known for her collaboration with Prince, died February 15 at a hospital in Fremont, California. She was 57.
Denise Matthews, who fronted the group Vanity 6 but was best known for her collaboration with Prince, died February 15 at a hospital in Fremont, California. She was 57.
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U.S. Supreme Court Justice <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/13/politics/supreme-court-justice-antonin-scalia-dies-at-79/" target="_blank">Antonin Scalia</a>, the leading conservative voice on the high court, died at the age of 79, a government source and a family friend told CNN on February 13.
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, the leading conservative voice on the high court, died at the age of 79, a government source and a family friend told CNN on February 13.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/05/us/edgar-mitchell-moon-astronaut-dies-obit-feat/" target="_blank">Edgar Mitchell</a> was the sixth man to walk on the moon and just one of 12 total who have done so. The Apollo 14 astronaut, who was 85, died on February 4.
Edgar Mitchell was the sixth man to walk on the moon and just one of 12 total who have done so. The Apollo 14 astronaut, who was 85, died on February 4.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/05/us/dave-mirra-dies/" target="_blank">Dave Mirra</a>, whose dazzling aerial flips and tricks made him a legend in freestyle BMX, died February 4 of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, police in North Carolina said. He was 41.
Dave Mirra, whose dazzling aerial flips and tricks made him a legend in freestyle BMX, died February 4 of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, police in North Carolina said. He was 41.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/04/entertainment/maurice-white-earth-wind-fire-dies-feat/" target="_blank">Maurice White</a>, the Earth, Wind & Fire leader and singer who co-wrote such hits as "Shining Star," "Sing a Song" and "September," died on February 4, his brother and bandmate Verdine White said. He was 74.
Maurice White, the Earth, Wind & Fire leader and singer who co-wrote such hits as "Shining Star," "Sing a Song" and "September," died on February 4, his brother and bandmate Verdine White said. He was 74.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/04/entertainment/joe-alaskey-dead/" target="_blank">Joe Alaskey</a>, a voice actor who performed such characters as Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, died February 3 at the age of 63. The actor voiced many other beloved Looney Tunes characters, including Tweety Bird, Sylvester the Cat and Plucky Duck.
Joe Alaskey, a voice actor who performed such characters as Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, died February 3 at the age of 63. The actor voiced many other beloved Looney Tunes characters, including Tweety Bird, Sylvester the Cat and Plucky Duck.
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At left is <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/03/entertainment/bob-elliott-dies-obit-feat/" target="_blank">Bob Elliott</a>, half of the TV and radio comedy duo Bob and Ray. He died February 2 at the age of 92. For several decades, Elliott and Ray Goulding's program parodies and deadpan routines were staples of radio and television. Elliott was the father of comedian and actor Chris Elliott and the grandfather of "Saturday Night Live" cast member Abby Elliott.
At left is Bob Elliott, half of the TV and radio comedy duo Bob and Ray. He died February 2 at the age of 92. For several decades, Elliott and Ray Goulding's program parodies and deadpan routines were staples of radio and television. Elliott was the father of comedian and actor Chris Elliott and the grandfather of "Saturday Night Live" cast member Abby Elliott.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/29/entertainment/jefferson-airplane-guitarist-dies/index.html">Paul Kantner</a>, a guitarist in the '60s psychedelic rock band Jefferson Airplane and its successor, Jefferson Starship, died on January 28. He was 74.
Paul Kantner, a guitarist in the '60s psychedelic rock band Jefferson Airplane and its successor, Jefferson Starship, died on January 28. He was 74.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/26/entertainment/abe-vigoda-dead-obit-feat/" target="_blank">Abe Vigoda</a>, the long-surviving "Godfather" and "Barney Miller" actor, died January 26 at age 94. Vigoda became famous for his role as the decrepit detective Phil Fish on the television series "Barney Miller," but it was the inaccurate reporting of his death in 1982 that led to a decades-long joke that he was still alive. He played into the joke in late-night television appearances with Conan O'Brien and David Letterman.
Abe Vigoda, the long-surviving "Godfather" and "Barney Miller" actor, died January 26 at age 94. Vigoda became famous for his role as the decrepit detective Phil Fish on the television series "Barney Miller," but it was the inaccurate reporting of his death in 1982 that led to a decades-long joke that he was still alive. He played into the joke in late-night television appearances with Conan O'Brien and David Letterman.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/18/entertainment/glenn-frey-obit-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Glenn Frey</a>, a founding member of the Eagles, died at the age of 67, a publicist for the band confirmed on January 18. "Glenn fought a courageous battle for the past several weeks but, sadly, succumbed to complications from rheumatoid arthritis, acute ulcerative colitis and pneumonia," read a post on the band's official website. Frey had been suffering from intestinal issues.
Glenn Frey, a founding member of the Eagles, died at the age of 67, a publicist for the band confirmed on January 18. "Glenn fought a courageous battle for the past several weeks but, sadly, succumbed to complications from rheumatoid arthritis, acute ulcerative colitis and pneumonia," read a post on the band's official website. Frey had been suffering from intestinal issues.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/15/entertainment/dan-haggerty-grizzly-adams-dead-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Dan Haggerty</a>, who played mountain man Grizzly Adams in a hit movie followed by a TV show, died on January 15. He was 74 and had been battling cancer.
Dan Haggerty, who played mountain man Grizzly Adams in a hit movie followed by a TV show, died on January 15. He was 74 and had been battling cancer.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/14/entertainment/obit-alan-rickman/index.html" target="_blank">Alan Rickman</a>, the British actor who played the brooding Professor Severus Snape in the "Harry Potter" series years after his film debut as the "Die Hard" villain Hans Gruber, died January 14 after a short battle with cancer, a source familiar with his career said. He was 69.
Alan Rickman, the British actor who played the brooding Professor Severus Snape in the "Harry Potter" series years after his film debut as the "Die Hard" villain Hans Gruber, died January 14 after a short battle with cancer, a source familiar with his career said. He was 69.
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Baseball Hall of Fame outfielder <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/13/us/monte-irvin-baseball-obituary/" target="_blank">Monte Irvin</a> died January 11 at the age of 96. Irvin was regarded as one of the best hitters and all-around players in the Negro League, making five All-Star teams. He became one of the first African-Americans to play in the majors, and he played a vital role in the New York Giants' World Series runs in 1951 and 1954.
Baseball Hall of Fame outfielder Monte Irvin died January 11 at the age of 96. Irvin was regarded as one of the best hitters and all-around players in the Negro League, making five All-Star teams. He became one of the first African-Americans to play in the majors, and he played a vital role in the New York Giants' World Series runs in 1951 and 1954.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/11/entertainment/david-bowie-death/index.html" target="_blank">David Bowie</a>, whose incomparable sound and chameleon-like ability to reinvent himself made him a pop music fixture for more than four decades, died January 10 after an 18-month battle with cancer. He was 69.
David Bowie, whose incomparable sound and chameleon-like ability to reinvent himself made him a pop music fixture for more than four decades, died January 10 after an 18-month battle with cancer. He was 69.
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French fashion designer Andre Courreges, famous for his "space age" designs of the 1960s and 1970s, died on January 7, his family told CNN affiliate France 3. He was 92.
French fashion designer Andre Courreges, famous for his "space age" designs of the 1960s and 1970s, died on January 7, his family told CNN affiliate France 3. He was 92.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/07/entertainment/pat-harrington-obit-dead-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Pat Harrington</a>, the popular comedian and voice-over talent who made a lasting impact as superintendent Dwayne Schneider on the hit TV sitcom "One Day at a Time," died on January 6. He was 86.
Pat Harrington, the popular comedian and voice-over talent who made a lasting impact as superintendent Dwayne Schneider on the hit TV sitcom "One Day at a Time," died on January 6. He was 86.
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Producer <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/05/entertainment/robert-stigwood-obit-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Robert Stigwood</a>, the creative force behind "Saturday Night Fever," "Grease" and other cultural blockbusters of the 1970s, died on January 4. He was 81.
Producer Robert Stigwood, the creative force behind "Saturday Night Fever," "Grease" and other cultural blockbusters of the 1970s, died on January 4. He was 81.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/04/entertainment/vilmos-zsigmond-close-encounters-dies-obit-feat/index.html" target="_blank">Vilmos Zsigmond</a>, the Oscar-winning cinematographer whose varied work included "Close Encounters of the Third Kind," "The Deer Hunter," "McCabe and Mrs. Miller" and "Deliverance," died on January 1. He was 85.
Vilmos Zsigmond, the Oscar-winning cinematographer whose varied work included "Close Encounters of the Third Kind," "The Deer Hunter," "McCabe and Mrs. Miller" and "Deliverance," died on January 1. He was 85.
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<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/02/politics/dale-bumpers-arkansas-governor-senator/index.html" target="_blank">Dale Bumpers</a>, a former U.S. senator and Arkansas governor who defended President Bill Clinton during his impeachment trial, died on January 1. He was 90.
Dale Bumpers, a former U.S. senator and Arkansas governor who defended President Bill Clinton during his impeachment trial, died on January 1. He was 90.
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Former U.S. Rep. <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/01/politics/mike-oxley-died/index.html" target="_blank">Mike Oxley</a> -- co-author of a landmark anti-corporate-fraud law that bears his name -- died on January 1. He was 71.
Former U.S. Rep. Mike Oxley -- co-author of a landmark anti-corporate-fraud law that bears his name -- died on January 1. He was 71.
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Here is a look back at the events of 2016.

Notable US Events:
January 26 - After occupying a federal wildlife refuge headquarters in Oregon for 26 days to denounce federal land policies, protest leader Ammon Bundy and several fellow occupiers are pulled over on US Highway 395. Bundy is arrested, and LaVoy Finicum is killed.

February 9 - Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders wins the New Hampshire primary, claiming victory with 60% of the vote. He’s the first Jewish politician to win a presidential nominating contest.

February 16 - Apple refuses to comply with a California judge’s order to assist the FBI in hacking the phone of San Bernardino gunman Syed Farook. A public letter signed by Apple CEO Tim Cook states why the company is refusing to abide by the government’s demands. In March, the Department of Justice announces the FBI has retrieved the data on the iPhone with the help of an unnamed third party.

February 20 - Six people are killed, and two more are injured during an hours-long shooting rampage at three different sites in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The shooting suspect is identified as Jason Brian Dalton, 45, an Uber driver who apparently picked up and dropped off passengers between shootings.

February 25 - Cedric Ford, 38, kills three people and injures an additional 14 in shootings that end at his workplace, a lawn care machinery manufacturing company in Hesston, Kansas. Ford is killed by police, bringing the total number of fatalities to four.

March 7 - Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning announces he is retiring from the NFL, after 18 seasons.

March 8 - Four people are killed in Kansas City and a fifth is gunned down in Missouri. The shooting suspect, Pablo Antonio Serrano-Vitorino had been deported to Mexico in 2004 but returned to the US illegally. Serrano-Vitorino is also charged with the murder of a Missouri man after his truck was found at the victim’s home.

March 16 - President Barack Obama nominates Merrick Garland to fill the seat of the late Justice Antonin Scalia on the Supreme Court.

March 20 - President Obama arrives in Cuba, becoming the first sitting US president to visit in 88 years.

March 23 - North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory signs a controversial bill blocking cities from allowing transgender individuals to use public bathrooms for the gender they identify with – as well as restricting cities from passing nondiscrimination laws more broadly. On May 9, the Justice Department files a civil rights lawsuit over the bill.

April 13 - Kobe Bryant plays his last NBA game, scoring 60 points to help the Los Angeles Lakers defeat the Utah Jazz 101-96.

April 20 - Five former New Orleans police officers plead guilty and are sentenced in connection with the shootings of six unarmed people, two fatally, on the Danziger Bridge days after Hurricane Katrina. Their sentences – from three to 12 years in prison – are remarkably less severe than the six to 65 years in prison to which they were originally sentenced back in 2012.

April 20 - Treasury Secretary Jack Lew announces that Harriet Tubman will replace Andrew Jackson on the face of the $20 bill. She’ll become the first black person to front a US banknote.

April 25 - Five hundred and fourteen residents and former residents of Flint, Michigan, file a class action lawsuit against the EPA. The plaintiffs allege negligence and demand more than $220 million in damages for the EPA’s role in the Flint water crisis.

April 27 - Former Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert is sentenced to 15 months in prison and ordered to pay $250,000 to a victims’ fund in a hush money case that revealed he was being accused of sexually abusing young boys as a teacher in Illinois.

May 1 - For the first time in more than five decades, a US cruise ship sets sail for Cuba.

May 17 - The Senate confirms Eric Fanning to be secretary of the Army, making him the first secretary of a branch of the US military who is openly gay.

May 23 - The Supreme Court rules 7-1 in favor of African-American death row inmate Timothy Foster, in a case concerning race discrimination in jury selection. Twenty years after Foster’s sentence, his attorneys obtained notes taken by the prosecution during jury selection, including marking potential jurors’ names with a “b” for black. The decision does not vacate Foster’s conviction; it opens the door for Foster’s case to be remanded to the Georgia state court to argue for a new trial.

May 26 - Jairam Hathwar, 13, of Corning, New York, and Nihar Janga, 11, of Austin, Texas, are named co-champions of the 2016 Scripps National Spelling Bee competition, the third set of co-champions in three years.

May 27 - President Obama becomes the first sitting US president to visit Hiroshima, Japan.

May 28 - The Cincinnati Zoo shoots and kills Harambe, a 17-year old, 400-pound western lowland gorilla, after a child slips into the animal’s enclosure.

June 9 - President Obama endorses former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for president.

June 12 - Omar Saddiqui Mateen, 29, opens fire inside Pulse, a gay nightclub, in Orlando, Florida. At least 49 people are killed and more than 50 are injured. Police shoot and kill Mateen during an operation to free hostages officials say he was holding at the club.

June 23 - The US Supreme Court upholds the Affirmative Action program by a vote of four to three, with Justice Elena Kagan recusing herself. The ruling allows the limited use of affirmative action policies by schools.

June 24 - President Obama announces the designation of the first national monument to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) rights. The Stonewall National Monument will encompass Christopher Park, the Stonewall Inn and the surrounding streets and sidewalks that were the sites of the 1969 Stonewall uprising in New York City.

June 28 - After a two-year investigation of the Benghazi terror attack, House Republicans release a more than 800-page report faulting the Obama administration for security lapses which led to the deaths of four Americans, but contains no revelations likely to further damage Hillary Clinton. The report paints a picture of bureaucratic inertia, rapidly worsening security in Libya and inadequate resources in the months preceding the deaths of Ambassador Chris Stevens and three colleagues on September 11, 2012.

June 30 - Secretary of Defense Ash Carter announces the Pentagon is lifting the ban on transgender people serving openly in the US military.

July 4 - After an almost five-year journey, the Juno space probe successfully enters Jupiter’s orbit.

July 5 - Alton Sterling is shot and killed after an encounter with two Baton Rouge, Louisiana, police officers. Video shows Sterling on the ground, underneath officers, when shots are fired.

July 6 - Philando Castile is shot and killed by a police officer during a traffic stop in Falcon Heights, Minnesota. His girlfriend, Diamond Reynolds, live-streams the aftermath of the confrontation with the police officer, and says Castile was reaching for his identification when he was shot.

July 7-8 - Five police officers are killed, and seven other officers and two civilians are wounded when a sniper fires ambush-style during a peaceful protest in downtown Dallas. After a lengthy standoff with police in a parking garage, a Dallas police bomb squad robot kills the gunman, identified as Micah Xavier Johnson, 25, of Mesquite, Texas, a veteran who served in Afghanistan.

July 12 - Senator Bernie Sanders (D-Vermont) endorses Hillary Clinton for president.

July 15 - GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump tweets that he has chosen Governor Mike Pence of Indiana to be his running mate.

July 17 - A gunman ambushes and kills three law officers and wounds three other officers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The shooter, later identified as Gavin Long, 29, of Kansas City, is killed by police officers in the ensuing gun battle.

July 19 - Donald Trump officially becomes the Republican Party nominee for president.

July 21 - Roger Ailes resigns as chairman and CEO of Fox News amid sexual harassment allegations.

July 22 - Wikileaks releases nearly 20,000 emails from Democratic National Committee staffers. The leaked emails appear to show the committee favoring presumptive Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton over Bernie Sanders during the US presidential primary season.

July 22 - US Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia is named as Hillary Clinton’s vice presidential running mate.

July 26 - Hillary Clinton officially becomes the Democratic Party nominee for president and the first woman in the history of the United States to lead the presidential ticket of a major political party.

July 27 - A federal judge grants John Hinckley Jr., the man who shot President Ronald Reagan in 1981, “full-time convalescent leave” from St. Elizabeths Hospital.

July 27 - Baltimore prosecutors drop charges against the three remaining officers awaiting trial in connection with Freddie Gray’s death. The other three officers charged in the case have already been acquitted.

July 30 - A hot air balloon carrying 16 people catches fire and crashes in central Texas. It is the deadliest hot air balloon accident in US history.

August 10 - The Justice Department releases a report showing that the Baltimore Police Department has engaged in unconstitutional practices that led to disproportionate rates of stops, searches and arrests of African-Americans, and excessive use of force against juveniles and people with mental health disabilities.

August 12 - Alex Rodriguez plays in his final MLB game at Yankee Stadium as the New York Yankees take on the Tampa Bay Rays.

September 2 - After serving three months behind bars for sexually assaulting an unconscious woman, former Stanford University swimmer Brock Turner is released from a California jail.

September 16 - Tulsa Police Officer Betty Shelby fatally shoots Terence Crutcher, a 40-year-old unarmed black man, after his car is found abandoned in the middle of the road. On September 22, Officer Shelby is charged with felony manslaughter in the first degree.

September 17 - A garbage can explodes at a Marine Corps charity race in Seaside Park, New Jersey. No one is wounded in the blast, and two other unexploded bombs are found nearby. Later in the evening, an explosion in New York’s Chelsea neighborhood injures 29 people. Law enforcement cordons off the area, and investigators find a pressure cooker four blocks away. On September 18, a backpack with five bombs inside is found in a wastebasket near a train station in Elizabeth, New Jersey. On September 19, after a shootout with law enforcement in Linden, New Jersey, suspected bomber Ahmad Khan Rahami is taken into custody.

September 17 - Dahir Adan, 22, allegedly stabs 10 people at a St. Cloud, Minnesota, mall before being shot dead by an off-duty police officer.

September 20 - Keith Lamont Scott, 43, is fatally shot by a police officer in Charlotte, North Carolina. Police say the officer opened fire after Scott stepped out of a vehicle with a gun in his hand and didn’t obey commands to drop his weapon.

September 23 - Five people are killed after a gunman opens fire at a Washington state mall in Burlington, an hour north of Seattle. Shooting suspect Arcan Cetin, 20, is taken into custody on September 24 after a nearly 24-hour manhunt.

September 28 - A 14-year-old male opens fire on the playground of Townville Elementary School southwest of Greenville, South Carolina. Two children and a teacher are wounded. Jacob Hall, one of the wounded children, dies three days later. Authorities believe before going to the school, the teen shot and killed his father. He is taken into custody.

September 29 - A New Jersey commuter train crashes into the Hoboken Terminal during morning rush hour, leaving one dead and more than 100 injured.

October 7-8 - Hurricane Matthew hits Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina, leading to record-breaking flooding and millions of power outages. At least 45 US deaths are blamed on the storm. Before hitting the United States, Hurricane Matthew tore through Haiti on October 4, killing more than 500 people.

October 22 - AT&T announces an $85 billion deal to buy Time Warner, the parent company of CNN.

October 28 - In a letter to Congress, FBI Director James Comey says the FBI is reviewing new emails related to Hillary Clinton’s time as secretary of state. The emails were discovered as part of an investigation into former Congressman Anthony Weiner and were sent or received by his wife, Clinton aide Huma Abedin.

November 2 - The Chicago Cubs win their first World Series since 1908 by defeating the Cleveland Indians 8-7 in a 10 inning Game 7 at Progressive Field in Cleveland.

November 4 - Two former officials linked to New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s office are found guilty on all charges in connection with the closure of lanes in 2013 on the George Washington Bridge in an apparent act of political retribution, the fallout for which has come to be known as Bridgegate. Bridget Anne Kelly, the former deputy chief of staff to Christie, and Bill Baroni, the former deputy executive director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, both faced seven counts of various charges including conspiracy, fraud, and civil rights deprivation.

November 6 - Based on a review of the newly discovered emails, James Comey tells lawmakers that the agency has not changed its opinion that Clinton should not face criminal charges.

November 8 - Donald Trump is elected president, defeating Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton in the general election.

November 16 - Republicans re-elect Mitch McConnell as Senate majority leader, and Democrats elect Chuck Schumer as Senate minority leader.

November 18 - Donald Trump agrees to pay $25 million to settle three lawsuits against Trump University, without admitting any wrongdoing.

November 21 - A school bus crashes in Chattanooga, Tennessee, killing six children and injuring dozens. The driver, 24-year-old Johnthony Walker, is later arrested on vehicular homicide charges.

November 22 - The Dow Jones Industrial Average closes at 19,023.87, the first close above 19,000.

November 28 - An Ohio State University student drives his car into a group of people on the Columbus campus and then charges at passersby with a knife, injuring 11. Ohio State University police shoots the suspect, later identified as Abdul Razak Ali Artan, after he fails to obey orders to stop.

December 2 - At least 36 people die in a fire at an Oakland, California, converted warehouse where an electronic dance party was being held.

December 5 - The judge declares a mistrial on the fourth day of deliberations in the murder trial of Michael Slager, a former police officer charged with killing an unarmed black motorist in North Charleston, South Carolina.

December 7 - Two juveniles are charged in connection with a deadly Tennessee wildfire that began in late November and spread to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Fourteen people lost their lives in the fires and more than 175 more were injured, according to officials.

December 15 - A jury finds Dylann Roof guilty of all 33 federal charges he faced after last year’s massacre at a historically black church in Charleston, South Carolina. In the next phase of the trial, scheduled to begin in January, jurors will weigh whether Roof, 22, should be sentenced to death or spend the rest of his life in prison.

Notable International Events:
January 2 - Otto Frederick Warmbier, a University of Virginia college student, is detained in North Korea after being accused of a “hostile act” against the government. In mid-March, Warmbier is sentenced to 15 years of hard labor for crimes against the state.

January 6 - North Korea announces it has successfully conducted a hydrogen bomb test.

January 8 - Mexican security forces arrest Mexican drug lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman in Sinaloa.

January 16 - Iran releases four US prisoners including Saeed Abedini, Amir Mirzaei Hekmati and Jason Rezaian, in exchange for clemency for seven Iranians imprisoned in the United States for sanctions violations.

January 28 - The trial begins for former Ivory Coast President Laurent Gbagbo and former Ivorian politician Charles Blé Goudé. Gbagbo and Blé Goudé are charged with four counts of crimes against humanity, including murder and rape, for acts allegedly committed in 2010 and 2011.

February 1 - The World Health Organization declares Zika a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) due to the increase of neurological disorders, such as microcephaly, in areas of French Polynesia and Brazil.

February 20 - Faustin-Archange Touadera, a former prime minister, is elected president of the Central African Republic.

March 21 - The ICC declares former Congolese Vice President Jean-Pierre Bemba guilty on two counts of crimes against humanity and three counts of war crimes for failing to keep his forces from raping and killing civilians in Central African Republic in 2002-2003. In June, Bemba is sentenced to 18 years in prison.

March 22 - Attacks on the airport and a subway station in Brussels, Belgium, kill more than 30 people and wound about 270 more. ISIS claims responsibility.

March 27 - On Easter Sunday, a suicide blast in a park in the eastern Pakistan city of Lahore kills 69 people and injures more than 340 others. A splinter group of the Pakistani Taliban, Jamat-ul-Ahrar, claims responsibility for the deadly attack.

April 3 - The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists publishes a massive leak of documents, dubbed the “Panama Papers.” The more-than 11 million documents, which date back four decades, are allegedly connected to Panama law firm Mossack Fonseca. ICIJ reports the firm helped establish secret shell companies and offshore accounts for global power players.

April 10 - Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk announces he will resign.

April 16 - A 7.8-magnitude earthquake strikes coastal Ecuador, killing 663 people.

May 6 - Sadiq Khan is elected mayor of London, becoming the first Muslim mayor of any major Western city.

May 17 - Amina Ali Nkeki, one of more than 200 Chibok schoolgirls kidnapped by Boko Haram, is the first to be freed after two years in captivity.

May 21 - Taliban leader Mullah Akhtar Mohammad Mansour is killed in an airstrike in Pakistan.

June 3 - The International Olympic Committee reveals the first refugee team to ever compete at the Olympic Games.

June 23 - The United Kingdom votes to leave the European Union.

July 1-2 - Attackers invade the Holey Artisan Bakery cafe in a diplomatic enclave of Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. Gunmen kill 20 hostages and two police officers before authorities raid the restaurant and end the nearly 11-hour standoff. ISIS claims responsibility for the attack.

July 3 - A suicide car bomb detonates in a busy shopping district in Baghdad, Iraq, killing at least 292 people, and injuring at least 200. It is the deadliest single attack in Iraq since 2003. ISIS claims responsibility.

July 6 - A South African judge sentences athlete Oscar Pistorius to six years in prison for his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp’s murder. Barring an appeal, this will be the final sentencing.

July 6 - A Barcelona, Spain, court sentences soccer star Lionel Messi to 21 months in prison for tax fraud. However, because this is the first time Messi has committed an offense, he will not serve jail time.

July 13 - Theresa May becomes the second ever female prime minister of Great Britain when David Cameron resigns after the UK votes to leave the European Union.

July 14 - Mohamed Lahouaiej Bouhlel plows a truck into crowds on the Promenade des Anglais seafront in Nice, France, during a fireworks celebration on Bastille Day. The attack kills 85 and injures more than 200.

July 15-16 - During an attempted coup by a faction of the military in Turkey, at least 290 people died and more than 1,400 were wounded.

July 30 - The Tunisian parliament passes a no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Habib Essid.

August 22 - A 6.2-magnitude earthquake strikes central Italy, killing at least 290 people.

August 31 - Brazil’s Senate votes to remove President Dilma Rousseff from office.

September 4 - Mother Teresa, a Catholic nun who devoted her life to helping India’s poor, is declared a saint in a canonization Mass held by Pope Francis in the Vatican.

September 9 - North Korea claims to have detonated a nuclear warhead.

September 20 - A Brazilian judge rules that there is enough evidence for former Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, his wife and six others to stand trial on corruption charges, relating to the state-run oil company Petrobus.

September 27 - Islamic militant Ahmad al-Faqi al-Mahdi is sentenced to nine years in prison after pleading guilty to war crimes for destroying religious and historic monuments in the ancient city of Timbuktu, Mali. The trial marks the first time the ICC has tried the destruction of cultural heritage as a war crime.

October 2 - Colombians narrowly reject a referendum on a peace deal between the government and former rebel group FARC that would have ended five decades of war.

October 4 - Hurricane Matthew makes landfall in Haiti, tearing through the small Caribbean nation with 125 mph winds and heavy rains that flood villages, raze crops, sweep away cattle and cut off parts of the island. The official death toll is more than 500, according to Haiti’s Civil Protection Service. Four people are also reported dead in the Dominican Republic.

October 13 - Boko Haram militants hand over 21 Chibok schoolgirls to authorities after a series of negotiations with the Nigerian government. It’s the first mass release of any of the more than 200 girls and women kidnapped from their school in April 2014. As many as 57 girls escaped almost immediately in 2014 and one was found in May 2016.

October 17 - Iraqi forces and their allies begin an offensive operation to reclaim Mosul, the largest city under ISIS control and its last remaining stronghold in Iraq.

October 21 - More than 70 people are killed and 600 others injured when an overloaded train derails in central Cameroon.

October 24 - At least 61 people are killed and 117 injured when militants attack a police training academy in Quetta, Pakistan.

November 28 - A plane crashes near Medellin, Colombia, killing more than 70 people, including members of the Brazilian soccer team Chapecoense.

December 9 - Lawmakers in South Korea’s National Assembly vote, 234-56, to impeach President Park Geun-hye over a corruption scandal.

December 10 - A church in the Nigerian city of Uyo collapses during services Saturday, killing at least 23 people.

December 10 - Forty-four people, mostly police officers, are killed and 155 wounded in twin bombings in Istanbul. The explosions, one large blast followed by a smaller one, occurred after a heavily attended soccer game at Besiktas Vodafone Arena.

December 11 - A bomb explodes killing at least 25 during morning mass at Cairo’s main Coptic house of worship.

December 11 - A car filled with explosives rams into the main entrance of a port in Mogadishu, Somalia, killing at least 20 people and injuring 15, most of whom were port employees and pedestrians.

December 19 - A tractor-trailer runs into a Christmas market in a major public square in Berlin, killing 12 people and injuring 48. Hours after the suspect Anis Amri is killed in a shootout with police in Milan, Italy, on December 23, footage appears of the Tunisian man pledging allegiance to ISIS.

December 23, 2016 - The UN Security Council approves a resolution which calls on Israel to “immediately and completely cease all settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem.”

December 31, 2016 - Two suicide bombers carry out an attack in Baghdad, killing at least 28 people.

Awards and Winners:
January 10 - The Golden Globes are presented.

January 11 - The College Football Playoff National Championship takes place.

January 18-January 31 - The Australian Open is played.

January 31 - The NHL All-Star Game is played in Nashville.

February 5 - The NAACP Image Awards are presented.

February 7 - Super Bowl 50 is played in Santa Clara, California.

February 15 - The 58th Annual Grammy Awards are presented.

February 21 - The 58th Daytona 500 is run.

February 28 - The 88th Annual Academy Awards are presented.

March 15-April 4 - The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament takes place.

April 4-10 - The 80th Masters Tournament is played in Augusta, Georgia.

April 18 - The Pulitzer Prizes are announced.

April 18 - The 120th Boston Marathon takes place.

May 7 - The 142nd Kentucky Derby is run.

May 22-June 5 - The French Open is played.

May 29 - The 100th Indianapolis 500 is run.

May 30-June 12 - The Stanley Cup Finals are played.

June 2-19 - The NBA Finals take place.

June 12 - The 70th Annual Tony Awards are presented.

June 13-19 - The 116th US Open golf tournament takes place in Oakmont, Pennsylvania.

June 27-July 10 - The Wimbledon tennis tournament takes place.

July 2-24 - The Tour de France takes place.

July 14-17 - The 145th British Open golf tournament takes place at the Royal Troon in Troon, Scotland.

August 5-21 - The Olympic Games are held in Rio de Janeiro.

August 29-September 11 - The US Open tennis tournament is played.

September 7-18 - The Paralympic Games are held in Rio de Janeiro.

September 18 - The 68th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards are presented.

October 3-13 - Nobel Prize winners are announced.

October 25-November 2 - The World Series takes place.

December 10 - The Heisman Trophy is presented.

Notable Deaths in 2016:
Dale Bumpers - January 1

Mike Oxley - January 1

Vilmos Zsigmond - January 1

Robert Stigwood - January 4

Pat Harrington - January 6

André Courrèges - January 7

David Bowie - January 10

Monte Irvin - January 11

David Margulies - January 11

Alan Rickman - January 14

Dan Haggerty - January 15

Glenn Frey - January 18

Abe Vigoda - January 26

Paul Kantner - January 28

Bob Elliott - February 2

Joe Alaskey - February 3

Dave Mirra - February 4

Edgar Mitchell - February 4

Maurice White - February 4

Antonin Scalia - February 13

George Gaynes - February 15

Denise Matthews “Vanity” - February 15

Boutros Boutros-Ghali - February 16

Umberto Eco - February 19

Harper Lee - February 19

Sonny James - February 22

George Kennedy - February 28

Bud Collins - March 4

Pat Conroy - March 4

Joey Feek - March 4

Nancy Reagan - March 6

Sir George Martin - March 8

Keith Emerson - March 10

Frank Sinatra Jr. - March 16

Larry Drake - March 17

Rob Ford - March 22

Joe Garagiola Sr.- March 23

Ken Howard - March 23

Garry Shandling - March 24

James Noble - March 28

Patty Duke - March 29

Zaha Hadid - March 31

Merle Haggard - April 6

Will Smith III - April 9

David Gest - April 12

Anne Jackson - April 12

Doris Roberts - April 17

Joanie Laurer “Chyna” - April 20

Prince - April 21

Madeleine LeBeau - May 1

Guy Clark - May 17

Morley Safer - May 19

Alan Young - May 19

Muhammad Ali - June 3

Kevin “Kimbo Slice” Ferguson - June 6

Theresa Saldana - June 6

Gordie Howe - June 10

Christina Grimmie - June 10

Michu Meszaros - June 12

Ann Morgan Guilbert - June 14

Attrell Cordes - June 17

Ron Lester - June 17

Anton Yelchin - June 19

Bernie Worrell - June 24

Bill Cunningham - June 25

Scotty Moore - June 28

Pat Summitt - June 28

Michael Cimino - July 2

Elie Wiesel - July 2

Noel Neill - July 3

Garry Marshall - July 19

Timothy LaHaye - July 25

Youree Dell Harris “Miss Cleo” - July 26

Jack Davis - July 27

David Huddleston - August 2

Pete Fountain - August 6

Kenny Baker - August 13

Jack Riley - August 19

Steven Hill - August 23

Juan Gabriel - August 28

Gene Wilder - August 29

Jon Polito - September 1

Hugh O’Brian - September 5

Phyllis Schlafly - September 5

Lady Chablis - September 8

Alexis Arquette - September 11

Edward Albee - September 16

W.P. Kinsella - September 16

Charmian Carr - September 17

Curtis Hanson - September 20

Stanley Dural Jr., “Buckwheat Zydeco” - September 24

Bill Nunn - September 24

José Fernández - September 25

Arnold Palmer - September 25

Gloria Naylor - September 28

Agnes Nixon - September 28

Shimon Peres - September 28

King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand - October 13

Pete Burns - October 23

Tom Hayden - October 23

Tammy Grimes - October 30

Janet Reno - November 7

Leonard Cohen - November 7

Gwen Ifill - November 14

Florence Henderson - November 24

Fidel Castro - November 25

Ron Glass - November 26

Jayaraman Jayalalithaa - December 5

Joseph Mascolo - December 7

John Glenn - December 8

Alan Thicke - December 13

Craig Sager - December 15

Zsa Zsa Gabor - December 18

Richard Adams - December 24

George Michael - December 25

Vera Rubin - December 25

Ricky Harris - December 26

George S. Irving - December 26

Carrie Fisher - December 27

Debbie Reynolds - December 28

Keion Carpenter - December 29

Tyrus Wong - December 30

William Christopher - December 31