From filmmakers to artists, Hollywood lost several stars in 2025.
News broke on January 4 that Place Aubreythe husband of, Jeff Baenadied a day earlier at the age of 47. According to the medical examiner’s files consulted by Us every weekBaena committed suicide.
“This is an unimaginable tragedy,” Plaza’s representative said in a statement to We on January 6 on behalf of the actress and her family. “We are deeply grateful to everyone who has offered their support. Please respect our privacy during this time.
A few days after Baena’s death, the manager Simon Jones shared this RuPaul’s Drag Race star James Lee Williams – better known as Vivienne – died at 32.
“James was an incredibly loved, warm and extraordinary person,” the publicist shared in a statement on Instagram on January 5. “Their family is heartbroken by the loss of their son, brother and uncle. They are very proud of the wonderful things James has accomplished in their life and career. We will not disclose further details. We ask if you I am pleased that James’ family will have the time and privacy they now need to process and grieve.
The next day, authorities confirmed that the beloved drag queen’s death had “no suspicious circumstances.”
Scroll down to remember all the stars who died in 2025:
