Remembering the Hollywood Stars We Mourned in 2024
Remembering the beloved stars we lost in 2024: Join us as we pay tribute to Christian Oliver, Adan Canto, David Soul, Glynis Johns, and more iconic celebrities who left an indelible mark on the world
Many celebrities were mourned in Hollywood in 2024, including the tragic loss of Speed Racer star Christian Oliver. The beloved actor, born Christian Klepser, passed away at the age of 51 during a fatal plane crash on January 5. He was traveling home from a Caribbean vacation with his two daughters, Madita and Annik, and wife Jessica Klepser when the aircraft experienced engine trouble and fell into the ocean. Unfortunately, the plane's pilot also lost their life in the accident.
Oliver was not only an actor, he also worked as a realtor at The Agency, a Beverly Hills brokerage.
The Agency founder, Mauricio Umansky, expressed his condolences on social media, saying, "Christian, Madita, and Annik, you will be missed. May you rest in peace. My prayers are with you and your entire Agency family. You were a great friend, father, husband, actor, and agent. You made us laugh, and you cared more than most. You are missed and loved."
Aden Canto, star of The Cleaning Lady, passed away at the age of 42, four days later. His representative shared that Adan had a profound spirit that left a lasting impact on those who had the privilege of knowing it, and revealed that the actor had been privately battling appendiceal cancer. "He will be deeply missed by many," the statement concluded.
Canto is survived by his wife, Stephanie Canto, and their two children: Roman and Eve.
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Celebrity Deaths of 2024: Stars We Lost This Year
2024 saw the passing of numerous celebrities in Hollywood.
Christian Oliver, best known for his role in Speed Racer, tragically lost his life at the age of 51 in a plane crash on January 5. The fatal accident occurred as he was returning home from a Caribbean vacation with his two daughters, Madita and Annik, whom he had with his wife Jessica Klepser. The aircraft experienced engine trouble and ultimately crashed into the ocean, resulting in the loss of both Oliver and the pilot.
Oliver was not only an actor but also a realtor at The Agency, a Beverly Hills brokerage.
The Agency founder Mauricio Umansky wrote a heartfelt social media tribute, saying, "Christian, Madita and Annik, you will be missed. May you rest in peace. My prayers are with you and your entire Agency family. You were a great friend, father, husband, actor, and agent. You made us laugh and care more than most. You are missed and loved."
Four days later, it was revealed that Aden Canto, star of The Cleaning Lady, had passed away at the age of 42. In a statement, Canto's representative shared that the actor had been privately battling appendiceal cancer, and expressed how he will be deeply missed by many. "Adan had a profound spirit that only a few had the privilege of truly knowing. Those who did were forever changed," the rep stated.
Canto is survived by his wife, Stephanie Canto, and their two children: Roman and Eve.
Keep scrolling to remember the stars who died in 2024:
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Christian Oliver
Oliver and his daughters are survived by Klepser, Oliver’s parents, and his siblings after the tragic plane crash.
In an Instagram statement, Klepser wrote, "The close bond, contagious laughter, and adventurous spirit of Madita and Annik will be greatly missed by their communities. The loss of Christian will be deeply felt by all who knew him."
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Adan Canto
The Designated Survivor alum died after a private cancer battle.
Stephanie, his wife, shared a message on Instagram, quoting Matthew 6:19-21 from the Bible. "Do not store up treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also," she wrote. "Forever my treasure Adan, see you soon."
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David Soul
The actor from Starsky & Hutch passed away at 80 years old. His wife, Helen Snell, announced his death on January 5. "He shared his extraordinary talents with the world as an actor, singer, storyteller, creative artist, and beloved friend," Snell remarked in a statement. "His smile, laughter, and zest for life will be cherished by all those he impacted."
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Glynis Johns
Johns, who was best known for playing Mrs. Banks in Mary Poppins, died on January 4 at the age of 100.
"Glynis lived a remarkable life, captivating millions with her intelligence, wit, and love for performance," said Mitch Clem, her long-time manager, in a statement to We. "She set a high standard for navigating the industry with grace, class, and authenticity. Her light shone brightly for 100 years."
Mitch also mentioned, "Her quick wit and sincere love touched many hearts. Today, Hollywood mourns the loss of Glynis and the end of an era."
The British actress passed away at an assisted living facility in Los Angeles. She will be laid to rest next to her father, who passed away in 1993, in England. She is survived by her grandson Thomas and three great-grandchildren.
