Remembering the Icons: Notable Deaths of 2025

Wed Dec 31 2025 13:30:04 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

2025 has seen the loss of numerous legendary figures across various fields, including entertainment, sports, politics, and literature. This comprehensive tribute honors those who have passed, reflecting on their extraordinary legacies.

As 2025 draws to a close, we reflect on the notable individuals who left an indelible mark on our world and passed away this year. From icons such as Pope Francis and Robert Redford to groundbreaking figures in music and literature, this article serves as a remembrance of their remarkable contributions and life stories. Their legacies will continue to impact and inspire future generations.

Notable Deaths of 2025

The first non-European Pope in more than 1,000 years, the Oscar-winning star of Annie Hall and The Godfather, a soul legend, and one of the world's most famous designers—these are some of the prominent faces we remember from 2025's farewell.

We reflect on the lives of Robert Redford, Diane Keaton, Brigitte Bardot, George Foreman, as well as cultural stalwarts such as Marianne Faithfull and the influential fashion designer Giorgio Armani.

This year also mourned the loss of political figures like Dick Cheney, and cultural icons such as Jane Goodall and Mario Vargas Llosa. Athletes also made headlines with their passings, including boxing legend Ricky Hatton and football icon Denis Law.

Through this tribute, we celebrate the vibrancy of their lives and the profound impact they had in their respective fields, ensuring that their contributions will never be forgotten.