The Canadian artist had been set to release her debut solo album next year. Nell Smith, Music Prodigy Who Collaborated with The Flaming Lips, Dead at 17 Eddie Fu
Kristofferson was both a Country Music Hall of Fame singer-songwriter and Golden Globe-winning actor. Krist Kristofferson Dead at 88 Scoop Harrison
Ashton's other notable roles included Midnight Run, Some Kind of Wonderful, and Gone Baby Gone. John Ashton, Beverly Hills Cop Actor, Dead at 76 Scoop Harrison
The actress is one of 24 to achieve the prestigious "Triple Crown of Acting." Dame Maggie Smith, Harry Potter Actress and Film Icon, Dead at 89 Emma Carey
As a member of The Jackson 5, he achieved worldwide fame by singing on songs like "I Want You Back," "ABC," "The Love You Save," and "I'll Be There." Tito Jackson, Jackson 5 Member, Dead at 70 Alex Young
The actor worked in film, television, and theater and was a coveted EGOT winner. James Earl Jones, Voice of Darth Vader, Dead at 93 Carys Anderson
The rapper suffered a medical emergency on stage. Fatman Scoop, “Lose Control” Rapper and Hype Man, Dead at 53 Scoop Harrison
The veteran glam metal singer was recently diagnosed with Lewy body dementia and multiple system atrophy. Jack Russell, Founding Singer of Great White, Dead at 63 Scoop Harrison
Rowlands was also known for her roles in A Woman Under the Influence, Gloria, and Another Women. Gena Rowlands, The Notebook Actress and Film Icon, Dead at 94 Scoop Harrison
The influential New Zealand indie rock musician died unexpectedly, according to a statement from his band. Martin Phillipps, Founder of The Chills, Dead at 61 Scoop Harrison