ACTORS that died in
2026
This page contains a list of the most famous people who died in 2026. The pantheon dataset contains 52 who passed this year, the most famous by HPI being Bud Cort, Jana Brejchová, James Van Der Beek, T. K. Carter, and Robert Duvall. The cities with the most deaths were Austin, Texas (1), Prague (1), and Duarte, California (1).
2026 Deaths: Honoring Lives and Legacies of Actors
The year 2026 saw the passing of many beloved actors, leaving behind legacies that continue to inspire fans across the globe. From legendary actors like Bud Cort, Jana Brejchová, and James Van Der Beek and iconic musicians like to groundbreaking athletes like , these remarkable individuals have made a lasting impact in their fields. This page is dedicated to commemorating the lives of those we lost in 2026, celebrating their achievements and remembering their contributions to art, culture, and history. Below are the list of the most famous people to have died in 2026 based on cultural impact.
Bud Cort
American Actor
Mar 29, 1948 - Feb 11, 2026
Age 78
HPI: 60.41
Jana Brejchová
Czech Actor
Jan 20, 1940 - Feb 6, 2026
Age 86
HPI: 60.32
James Van Der Beek
American Actor
Mar 8, 1977 - Feb 11, 2026
Age 49
HPI: 50.16
T. K. Carter
American Actor
Dec 18, 1956 - Jan 9, 2026
Age 70
HPI: 49.39
Robert Duvall
American Actor
Jan 5, 1931 - Feb 15, 2026
Age 95
Deaths by Month in 2026
January 2026
The following is a chronological list of the most famous people to have died in January of 2026. Sorted by popularity, the most famous people to pass away in January were T. K. Carter (HPI: 49.39).
February 2026
The following is a chronological list of the most famous people to have died in February of 2026. Sorted by popularity, the most famous people to pass away in February were Bud Cort (HPI: 60.41), Jana Brejchová (HPI: 60.32), and James Van Der Beek (HPI: 50.16).
