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Here is a list of icons lost in 2022

At ABC, she became the first woman to anchor an evening news program. In 1979, she became a co-host of 20/20 before helping launch The View in 1997.

Born Edson Arantes do Nascimento, the global superstar rose to fame with Brazil's national team when he was only a teenager. Known for his free-flowing, beautiful style, he eternalized a style of play many emulate to this day.

Joseph 'Jo' Mersa Marley, grandson of late music legend Bob Marley, had died as a result of asthma-related conditions at the age of 31.

Thom Bell was held in high regard in soul music as a prolific songwriter, producer, and arranger. He was one of the original creators of Philly Soul and worked with countless legends, including The Delfonics, The Spinners, and The O'Jays.

According to reports, the former Broncos player suffered from a rare form of cancer.

Pittsburgh Steelers great Franco Harris has passed away. The news was confirmed by his son Dok to the Associated Press

We are sad to report that Stephen “tWitch” Boss, a well-known dancer and longtime DJ on Ellen DeGeneres’ long-running talk show, has died by suicide at the age of 40. TMZ was the first to break the story. Law enforcement officials say that Boss’ wife, fellow dancer Allison Holker, ran into an LAPD station on Tuesday, […]

The Hempstead, Long Island-based rapper and associate of the infamous "Juice Crew" passed away suddenly this week.

The co-founder of the label that once housed Otis Redding, Isaac Hayes, The Staple Singers and more died Dec. 5 of unknown causes.

The widow of the Motown legend, who died Saturday in Rhode Island, was the inspiration behind his 1976 album, "I Want You," and other hits.