2016 was maybe the worst year on record for celebrity deaths. Incredibly, ALL of the following people passed away over these 12 months. Join us in honoring their lives and sending our condolences to their loved ones… 1. Muhammad Ali The 3-time heavyweight champion, famous for coining the phrase “float like a butterfly, sting like a bee,” passed away on June 3rd in Arizona from complications relating to Parkinson’s disease. He was 64. 2. Prince Rest in peace, Prince. The iconic singer was found dead at his home at the young age of 57. 3. David Bowie David Bowie was one of the most influential figures in the history of rock and roll. He passed away at the age of 69. 4. Antonin Scalia Antonin Scalia, a giant of the U.S. Supreme Court for more than three decades, died of natural causes in February. His loss is a remarkable one for the judicial system – as is its impact on the political system. 5. Carrie Fisher Star Wars icon Carrie Fisher passed away after suffering a major heart attack just before Christmas. She was 60. 6. George Michael George Michael died over the Christmas holiday, reportedly of heart failure. He was just 53 years old. View Slideshow
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Celebrities Who Died in 2016: Worst. Year. EVER.
