The year 2022 will be over in a couple of months. While this year has brought us exceptional binge-watch series and movies such as The Adam Project, Top Gun: Maverick, and Doctor Strange, it also took away many top celebrity parents.
Huge personalities have extended families who are often regarded as “fans.” No doubt, their death becomes the reason to mourn for many.
There are times when the news of the birth of a baby brings in cherished moments for the family and the extended family (for celebrity families). But it is also true that those who are born have to depart one day, leaving everything behind. Today, we’ll talk of renowned personalities who left the world in grief this year.
Top Celebrity Parents Who Died In 2022
The final goodbyes are tough, and when it happens just without notice, there is nothing one can do but just accept the reality. However, it is tremendously painful to say the least. Have a look at 7 top celebrity parents who passed away this year and left their families and extended families grief-stricken.
1. Angela Lansbury (70)
Angela Lansbury left her family and fans grieving just a few days prior to her birthday this year. She was 70 at the time of her death. Her family confirmed that she died in her sleep.
Not only was her acting exceptional, but her voice also made people stuck at the moment. She was famously known for the role of Jessica Fletcher in the hit series Murder, She Wrote and Mrs. Eleanor Iselin in The Manchurian Candidate.
The Gaslight star worked apace with several notable names in the industry in her career and showed her acting skills in different skins. Her heart-throbbing performances garnered Tony Awards and Golden Globe Awards six times. She also achieved the Laurence Olivier Award as well as Academy Honorary Award.
2. Anne Heche (53)
The I Know What You Did Last Summer star- Anne Heche departed in August 2022 in a car crash at the age of 53. She was severely injured and on life support during her last life stages.
Heche worked in the industry for about 35 years. Though her personal life wasn’t that cinch, she tried to work out her issues. The Walking And Talking actress wished to donate her organs after her death.
3. Tony Dow (77)
A multi-talented personality, Tony Dow had cancer. This shocking news did break in May this year. He portrayed the iconic role of Wally Cleaver in the sitcom- Leave It To Beaver. His performance was enticing enough to fetch him reprised movie of the sitcom- The New Leave It To Beaver.
Apart from acting, Tony Dow also had an interest in other art forms. He was a sculptor, writer, director, and producer as well. He died at the age of 77 on July 27, a day after his premature reports reported that he was dead. His family confirmed later that he spent his last hours under hospice care.
4. Ray Liotta (67)
Primetime Emmy winner- Ray Liotta died peacefully in his sleep on May 26, 2022. The now-late actor was yet to celebrate his 68th birthday. His death was no less than a shock for his fans and family.
He rose to fame from Goodfellas and became a top celebrity parent after he welcomed his daughter Karsen Liotta. Teens and grown-ups much appreciated his performances. Even his guest appearance in shows like Hannah Montana, SpongeBob SquarePants, and The Simpsons was much celebrated. A few of his great works include Marriage Story, The Many Saints Of Newark, and The Rat Packs.
5. Queen Elizabeth II (96)
The news of the longest-reigning women monarch’s death broke in September this year. She was at Barmol at the time. The Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth Realms was 96 at the time of her death. The reason behind her death was reported to be her old age.
Queen Elizabeth had been fulfilling her responsibilities since she was 25. She had seen several ups and downs, but nothing stopped her tenacity.
Her state funeral was set on September 19 at Westminster Abbey, and the holiday was announced in several Commonwealth countries. Over 90,000 people gathered at her final procession in Windsor, including 1000 military personnel.
6. Loretta Lynn (90)
Loretta Lynn is one of the top celebrity parents who died while asleep. She bid adieu to the world on October 4 this year. The Don’t Come Home A-Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ on Your Mind) singer was 90 years old at the time of her death.
She got nominated for a Grammy Award 18 times. She suffered a stroke in 2017, after which she never did any road tours. A few of Lynn’s Country Music Singles that won the hearts of many include Happy Birthday, Singing’ Again, You’re Lookin’ At A Country, and Still Woman Enough. She was presented with awards from the Country Music Association & Academy Of Country Music.
She released an album as a tribute to her friend and top celebrity parent, Patsy Cline, I Remember Patsy. Cline died in a plane crash in 1963. Last year in March, Lynn completed the silver jubilee of her albums.
7. Michael Kenneth Williams (67)
The now-late actor was 67 when he bid adieu to the world this year forever. Michael is regarded as a “singular presence, onscreen and off, who made every role his own.” No doubt, his work reflected his passion and dedication. He won a Grammy Award not once, twice, or thrice but five times. During the fresh days of his career, he stepped into the music. Williams’ family didn’t want him to join the industry, but he followed his own path.
He was seen in 100% Pure Love in 1994, among other modeling projects. The role of Omar Little in The Wire marked Williams’ presence in the Hollywood industry in 2002.
Whether renowned or a common person, life doesn’t go easy for anyone. Death is a painful yet eternal truth that nobody can abscond from. Today it is others, and one day it’ll be us. The above article has enlisted 7 top celebrity parents who left the world in 2022.