This material– rather, an essay in memory of those who passed away in 2017. Many personalities here undoubtedly deserve not a separate line, but a whole story.

Died in January 2017

On January 1, Anthony Atkinson, the famous British scientist and economist who created the Atkinson Index (one of the indices of social inequality), passed away.

On January 4, the founder of one of the very first vocal and instrumental ensembles of the USSR, “Singing Guitars,” Anatoly Nikolaevich Vasiliev, passed away. At the time of his death he was 81 years old. It is obvious that today not everyone understands and knows musical history those times, but, probably, many know such personalities as Yuri Antonov, Irina Ponarovskaya. But they and not only were participants in this ensemble. Vasiliev devoted part of his life to the development of the stage, but for some reason rarely anyone remembers him in the press.

On January 6, Indian actor Om Puri died at the age of 66. We remember him from the film “Disco Dancer”, in which he played the role of David Brown.

On January 12, family, friends and the public said goodbye to William Peter Blatty (89 years old), an American director, writer and screenwriter who created the magnificent bestseller “The Exorcist.”

On January 14, Yuri Vasilievich Soloviev died, two days short of his 84th birthday. He was a talented Russian actor, Honored Artist of the RSFSR.

On January 16, Eugene Cernan (82 years old), the American legendary astronaut, passed away; today he is the last of those who stood on the surface of the Moon itself!

On January 19, the famous actor Miguel Ferrer died. Deadly disease had laryngeal cancer. He starred in such popular films as “Twin Peaks”, “RoboCop”, and also in the TV series “NCIS: Los Angeles”. Being in in serious condition, Miguel was still an enthusiast and accepted until the last Active participation in filming.

On the same day he died Brazilian singer, lead singer of the group Kaoma, Loalvy Braz. At the time of her death she was 63 years old. The events of this day are striking in their cruelty. The criminals entered the house, hit Braz, mercilessly threatened her with a knife and robbed her. After which, together with Loalva, they left the crime scene. Due to troubles with the engine, the criminals decided to burn the car along with the singer.

On January 25, John Hurt died, a magnificent actor whose idols and loving viewers will always remember and endlessly admire John’s skillful performance, especially the role of Ollivander. And fans of the film “Doctor Who” will forever remember the military doctor.

On January 27, Emmanuelle Riva, one of the oldest contenders for an Oscar, passed away (for the film “Love”, 2013).

On January 28, the Belarusian and Soviet pop singer Alexander Tikhanovich (64 years old) died. former member ensemble “Verasy”.

January 31 - relatives and idols said goodbye to musician John Wetton, who played in such popular bands as Uriah Heep, Roxy Music, Asia, Wishbone Ash, UK.

Died in February 2017

On February 2, 93-year-old Max Luscher, a Swiss scientist and psychologist who developed color test Luscher.

On February 4, Georgy Georgievich Taratorkin, a Russian and Soviet actor, died. National artist times of the RSFSR.

On February 5, 70-year-old Swedish actor Björn Göst Tryggve Granath passed away. The series “The Bridge”, “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” - it was in these films that we most remembered Garnet.

Peter Mansfield, owner, died on February 8 Nobel Prize in Medicine, which he received in 2003 for the invention of MRI. Undoubtedly, he is a genius in his field, thanks to whom millions of lives have been saved.

February 12 - another talent left the world - Al Gerro (he was 76 years old), a popular singer and jazz musician in America in his time.

On February 13, the eldest son of the leader of the DPRK (Kim Jong Il), Kim Jong Nam, was killed. The tragedy occurred in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, causing a huge scandal in the world of politics.

February 19 – cancer patient Aleksey Valentinovich Ostashev, a 55-year-old Russian double bassist and bass guitarist who performed on stage with many popular artists, including the famous group “The Untouchables,” died.

February 20 – Vitaly Ivanovich Churkin – Russian and Soviet diplomat, representative of the Russian Federation to the UN, and since 2006 – to the UN Security Council.

February 22 – passed away incredibly talented actor Russian and Soviet cinema, People's Artist of the RSFSR, Alexey Vasilievich Petrenko.

February 25 – at 36- summer age Neil Fingleton, a remarkable English basketball player and actor, died of a heart attack.

On February 27, Russian journalist, producer, creator of the “Wait for Me” program Sergei Anatolyevich Kushnerev passed away

Died in March 2017

March 10 – Robert James Waller (77 years old) – American writer, known to the public for his novel “The Bridges of Madison County.”

On March 13, Richard Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg (82 years old), a Danish prince, a relative of Queen Benedicta (her sister’s husband), died.

On March 20, David Rockefeller (101 years old), the head of the Rockefeller house, a famous billionaire, politician and banker, died.

Colin Dexter (86 years old) passed away on March 21 - English writer known as the author detective stories about Inspector Morse.

On March 22, Lembit Yuhanovich Ulfsak (69 years old) died - an Estonian and Soviet actor, our favorite Mr. Hey, Paganel, Till Eulenspiegel.

Died in April 2017

On April 1, at the age of 84, a Russian and Soviet poet, screenwriter, director Evgeny Yevtushenko. The cause of death was stage 4 cancer. The body of the legendary poet rests in Peredelkino near Pasternak’s grave.

April 2 – Oleh Sergey Georgievich (51 years old) – Ukrainian artist – showman, actor, participant in two projects: “Mask Show” and “Gentleman Show”. He worked until his last days without talking about the fact that he had cancer.

On April 8, Georgy Mikhailovich Grechko (85 years old), cosmonaut, Hero of the USSR, Czechoslovakia, died of heart failure.

Eddie Murphy's brother, Charles Murphy, died on April 12 at the age of 57. He was a great American actor and screenwriter, but he could not overcome leukemia (pictured on the right).

Died in May 2017

On May 7, Vladimir Bogin, People's Artist of the Maly Theater and film actor, died at the age of 71. Among the audience’s favorite films with his participation are “Fathers and Sons”, “Walking Through Torment” and others.

On May 12, Yuri Borisovich Sherstnev (77 years old), an inimitable theater, film and television actor, died.

On May 14, People's Artist of the RSFSR, popular Soviet actress, Irina Pavlovna Kartasheva, passed away. She was 95 years old at the time of her death.

On the same day, Powers Boothe, a famous American actor and Emmy Award winner, died.

On May 16, after a serious illness, Oleg Borisovich Vidov died at the age of 73. Soviet actor, director, producer will forever remain in the memory of loved ones, family and fans.

Scene from the film “Gentlemen of Fortune.” Vidov as Lieutenant Slavin

On May 18, it became known about the sudden death of the greatest rock musician, composer and guitarist Chris Cornell, who was only 52 years old.

On May 22, at the age of 78, Vladimir Ivanovich Pereturin, a famous sports commentator, and previously a football player (defender). There was only one day left until his 79th birthday.

On the same day, Dina Merrill died at the age of 94. famous actress Hollywood and socialite.

On May 23, the world was shocked by the news of the death of the inimitable Roger Moore. The cult British actor, producer and screenwriter, everyone’s favorite James Bond “agent 007” left the world at the age of 90.

Died in June 2017

On June 13, the star of the show “Battle of Psychics” Ilona Novoselova (29 years old) died. According to known data, the girl fell from the sixth floor after a quarrel with her boyfriend. Novoselova was one of the most scandalous and unpredictable participants in the seventh season of the show. According to the voting results, Ilona took second place, and Alexey Pokhabov won the show.

Alexey Batalov (88 years old) died on June 15 - famous actor Soviet cinema, favorite hero of the films “My Dear Man”, “The Rumyantsev Case”, “Moscow Doesn’t Believe in Tears”, etc. The artist was unable to recover after the operation, the cause of which was a fracture of the femoral neck.

passed away on June 16 politician Helmut Kohl. Outstanding Chancellor Germany played a significant role in improving relations between Germany and Russia, as well as in the unification of Europe.

passed away on June 29 former soloist famous Russian pop group “Ivanushki International” Oleg Yakovlev. He was diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia. The musician’s heart could not withstand the complications. At the time of his death he was only 47 years old.

Died in July 2017

On July 4, the writer Daniil Granin died, 2 years short of reaching 100 years old. He was a member of the Great Patriotic War, laureate of the State Prize of the Russian Federation and the USSR, Hero of Socialist Labor. Granin’s novels became famous throughout the USSR - “The Searchers”, “After the Wedding”, “I’m Going into the Storm”.

On July 9, at the age of 87, artist Ilya Glazunov passed away. From 1987 until the last day of his life, he was the rector of the Russian Academy of Painting; he has many paintings in the genre of historical painting to his credit.

Chester Bennington, lead singer, died on July 20 at the age of 42. music group Linkin Park. According to his relatives, Bennington was addicted to drugs and alcohol, and eventually decided to commit suicide.

On July 30, a young musician, producer and composer of the rap group LSP Roma Englishman (29 years old), passed away. Nothing is known yet about the cause of death.

On July 31, Jeanne Moreau (89 years old), a famous French actress of the 60s, who played in 142 films - “Lovers”, “Elevator to the Scaffold”, “Diary of a Maid”, “Jules and Jim”, “Night”, etc., died.

Died in August 2017

On August 16, Russia was shocked by the news of death famous actress Russian and Soviet cinema by Vera Glagoleva. The artist was never able to overcome cancer and died at the age of 61. She became famous for her roles in the films “Don’t Shoot White Swans”, “Marry the Captain”, “Sincerely Yours”, “Torpedo Bombers” and many others. In addition, Glagoleva in Lately She was actively involved in directing.

On August 23, Dallas McCarver, a young 26-year-old American bodybuilder and contender for the Mr. Olympia title, died. According to local media, McCarver's breathing was blocked by a foreign object; more detailed facts are still unknown.

On August 25, world-famous American bodybuilder Rich Piana died at the age of 45. Except sports career, Rich was involved in video blogging and entrepreneurship. The death of the bodybuilder became known from the lips of his friend Bradley Martin, who published the tragic news on his Instagram.

On August 14, Piana was found unconscious in her home, last days he spent his life in a coma. According to media reports, Rich took a large dose of a special drug (polymethyl methacrylate), the so-called “plexiglass”.

On August 30, the United States said goodbye to the legendary Louise Hay, the great psychologist and speaker, one of the founders of the popular self-help movement, which became known thanks to Louise’s website. Hay died at the age of 91.

Died in September 2017

Singer Katya Gordon wrote about this on her Instagram. Stella had lymphoblastic leukemia. In recent days she was in terrible pain and could not walk. The actress's five-year-old son is now left without a mother.

On September 14, Rada Zmikhnovskaya, a former member of the Russian pop group Band’Eros, passed away. The official cause of death was hemorrhagic stroke.

On September 23, the actor Nikolai Godovikov (67 years old), beloved by millions of Soviet citizens, who played the famous role of Petrukha in the film “White Sun of the Desert,” died. The cause of death was cancer.

On September 26, it became known about the death of 37-year-old Natalya Yunnikova, star of the series “The Return of Mukhtar.” According to her ex-husband Anton Fedotov, Natalia suffered a stroke (extensive cerebral hemorrhage). On September 22, she lost consciousness. Doctors put the actress into an artificial coma. Yunnikova died without regaining consciousness.

On the same day, the legendary USSR figure skater Lyudmila Belousova died.

The four-time world and European champion, who competed in tandem with Oleg Protopopov, died in Switzerland at the age of 81 after long illness. Lyudmila Evgenievna's body was cremated.

On September 27, the young actor Egor Klinaev (18 years old), known from the TV series “Fizruk,” died in an accident in Moscow. By a terrible coincidence, Klinaev stopped to help the drivers in the accident, and at that time he found himself under the wheels of another car, which apparently did not notice the accident.

On September 30, at the age of 73, Andrei Menshikov, a Soviet and Russian poet, screenwriter, playwright, one of the first founders of KVN, passed away. In addition, Andrei Viktorovich is the author of hundreds of poems and songs, he worked for a long time on Russian and Soviet television and was the creator of the most popular programs “Come on, girls!”, “Good night, kids”, “Jolly guys”, etc.

Died in October 2017

On October 9, at the age of 82, the outstanding healer, philosopher and writer Allan Chumak died. He was informed about this close friend Dmitry Gordon. Allan in the 80-90s. was one of the most famous healers in Russia. His television sessions attracted a million viewers in front of the screens.

Passed away on October 15 Russian actor Dmitry Maryanov. He died in the town of Lobnya near Moscow on the way to the hospital. According to information from the REN TV channel, as a result medical examination it became known that the artist’s heart stopped due to acute blood loss. The cause of the tragedy was a combination of incompatible medications.

Died in November 2017

On November 10, Russia was shocked by the news of the death of the famous and beloved humorist and satirist Mikhail Zadornov. Before reaching the age of 70, he died from a progressive brain tumor, which was diagnosed a year ago. In November 2016, Mikhail Nikolaevich was operated on in Germany, but the operation did not bring the desired result, nor did further chemotherapy. A few days before his death, Zadornov accepted Orthodox faith, although before that he was a supporter of paganism.

On November 11, popular TV presenter and journalist Boris Notkin passed away. He was psychologically unable to withstand, in fact, the sentence (stage four cancer) and committed suicide.

On November 15, Gustav Ahr, an American rapper known as Lil Peep, died. According to known data, the 21-year-old musician died from a drug overdose. Gustav's body was found on a bus during a tour. On this day, a concert was supposed to take place in the city of Tucson (Arizona). Shocked friends immediately took the guy to the hospital, but they could not save the musician.

Died on November 22 in London Opera singer and People's Artist of Russia Dmitry Hvorostovsky. In June 2015, Dmitry was diagnosed with a brain tumor. As soon as the artist found out about the illness, he immediately canceled all performances and underwent chemotherapy courses. After treatment, the artist returned to the stage of the Metropolitan Opera in New York on August 25, 2015. In December 2016, the disease began to progress. Dmitry died at the age of 56. Most recently (October 16, 2017) he turned 55 years old.

Died in December 2017

He played dozens of roles in the films “Formula of Love”, “Pokrovsky Gate”, “That Same Munchausen”, but the artist’s real popularity came after the role of Heinrich Muller in the film “Seventeen Moments of Spring”.

On December 10, Charles Green, the most popular Internet personality in the United States, died, who ran his YouTube channels “TheAngryGrandpaShow”, “Grandpa’s Corner” under the pseudonym Angry Grandfather (AGP). Poor Charles was seriously ill and died due to complications caused by cirrhosis of the liver.

On December 18, a young South Korean musician, vocalist of the group SHINee, Kim Jonghyun (27 years old), passed away. Unfortunately, the guy could not cope with deep depression and took his own life.

Dear readers, we will be glad to receive your feedback and kind words about personalities you know from this list.

Leonid Sergeevich Bronevoy. Born on December 17, 1928 in Kyiv - died on December 9, 2017 in Moscow after a serious, long illness. Soviet and Russian theater, film and television actor. People's Artist of the USSR.

Dmitry Alexandrovich Hvorostovsky. Born on October 16, 1962 in Krasnoyarsk - died on November 22, 2017 in London from brain cancer. Soviet and Russian opera singer (baritone), People's Artist of Russia.

Mikhail Nikolaevich Zadornov. Born on July 21, 1948 in Jurmala (Latvian SSR) - died on November 9, 2017 in Moscow from brain cancer. Soviet and Russian satirist, playwright, humorist, comedian, one of the first stand-up comedians in Russia.

Dmitry Yuryevich Maryanov. Born on December 1, 1969 in Moscow, he died on October 15, 2017 on the way to the hospital in the town of Lobnya near Moscow. Soviet and Russian theater and film actor.

Oleg Borisovich Vidov. Born on June 11, 1943 in the city of Vidnoye, Moscow region - died on May 16, 2017 in Westlake Village (California, USA) from complications after oncology. Soviet, Russian and American actor, Honored Artist of the RSFSR.

Vera Vitalievna Glagoleva. Born on January 31, 1956 in Moscow - died on August 16, 2017 in Baden-Baden (Germany). The cause of death was cancer. Soviet and Russian actress theater and cinema, film director, screenwriter and producer. Honored Artist of Russia (1995). People's Artist of Russia (2011). On August 19, the farewell and funeral of Vera Glagoleva took place. The actress was buried at Troekurovskoye Cemetery Moscow.

Alexey Vladimirovich Batalov. Born on November 20, 1928 in Vladimir - died on June 15, 2017 in one of the Moscow hospitals. Soviet Russian theater and film actor, film director, screenwriter, teacher and public figure. People's Artist of the USSR (1976). Hero of Socialist Labor (1989). Laureate of the State Prize of the USSR (1981), State Prize of the RSFSR named after the Vasilyev brothers (1966), State Prize of Russia (2005).

Georgy Georgievich Taratorkin. Born on January 11, 1945 in Leningrad - died on February 4, 2017 in Moscow. The cause of death was a severe long-term illness. Soviet and Russian theater and film actor, People's Artist of the RSFSR. He was buried at Troekurovskoye Cemetery in Moscow.

Evgeniy Aleksandrovich Yevtushenko. Born July 18, 1932 in Zima Irkutsk region— died on April 1, 2017 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. The cause of death was cancer. Soviet and Russian poet. On April 10, a funeral service for Yevgeny Yevtushenko was held in the Church of the Holy Blessed Prince Igor of Chernigov in Peredelkino. On April 11, the poet was buried in Peredelkino next to Boris Pasternak according to his will.

Vladimir Alekseevich Tolokonnikov. Born on June 25, 1943 in Almaty - died on July 16, 2017 in Moscow. Soviet, Russian and Kazakh theater and film actor, Honored Artist of the Kazakh SSR, famous performer of the role of Sharikov in the film “Heart of a Dog”.

Nikolai Lvovich Godovikov. Born on January 1, 1950 in Leningrad - died on November 23, 2017 in St. Petersburg. Soviet and Russian actor, performer of the role of Petrukha in the film “White Sun of the Desert.”

Alexander Grigorievich Tikhanovich. Born on July 13, 1952 in Minsk, he died on January 28, 2017 from a serious illness. Soviet and Russian musician, People's Artist of Belarus, one of the founders and soloist of the popular VIA "Verasy".

Oleg Zhamsarayevich Yakovlev. Born on November 18, 1969 in Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia) - died on June 29, 2017 in Moscow. The cause of death was pulmonary edema secondary to liver cirrhosis. Russian singer, ex-soloist of the group “Ivanushki International”.

Georgy Mikhailovich Grechko. Born on May 25, 1931 in Leningrad - died on April 8, 2017 in Moscow. Famous Soviet pilot-cosmonaut, twice Hero Soviet Union, made three flights into space as a flight engineer on Soyuz spacecraft.

Chris Kaspersky(real name Nikolai Vladimirovich Likhachev). Born on November 2, 1976 in the village of Uspenskoye Krasnodar region- died on February 13, 2017 in Reston (Virginia, USA) after injuries received as a result of an unsuccessful parachute jump. Famous Russian programmer, IT journalist and hacker.

Allan Vladimirovich Chumak. Born on May 26, 1935 in Moscow - died on October 9, 2017 in Moscow. Soviet and Russian psychic, healer, writer, philosopher. He gained fame in the late 1980s for his “water charging” sessions.

These are the most bright stars Russia. May their names forever remain in our memory and may the stars sing a lullaby to them. Eternal human memory to talented extraordinary personalities.

Alexey Fomkin

1969−1996

Alyosha Fomkin, a nice guy from a futuristic television series, has a completely unsympathetic fate. Fomkin was the dream of all Soviet schoolgirls, and Lesha’s dream was a career in cinema, but after “The Guest” the guy did not receive any offers. Alexey decided to wait out the stagnation in his career in the army, but ironically, it was during his service that directors began to invite him. In the hope that he would still be able to show himself, after the army, Fomkin got a job at the Moscow Art Theater. Gorky. Even then, the young man suffered from heavy drinking, which became the reason for his dismissal from the theater. Alexey moved to the village, where he worked as a miller, and then lived with his wife in Vladimir. The actor died after choking on smoke during a fire in his apartment. He was drunk and fast asleep. The actor, who died at a young age, was only 26 years old.

Nikita Mikhailovsky

1964−1991

16-year-old Nikita Mikhailovsky, who so dearly loved his “blind girl” in the film about first love “You Never Even Dreamed of,” amazed viewers and critics with his performance, but the fate of the young actor was tragic. Nikita died at the age of 27 from leukemia.

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Heath Ledger

1979−2008

Before his sudden death in January 2008, Ledger managed to complete work on The Dark Knight and began filming The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, but never completed it. On January 22, 2008, the body of 28-year-old Ledger was discovered in his Manhattan apartment. Because of the fatal mixture of painkillers, sleeping pills and tranquilizers that Heath used recent months his life, the actor’s heart stopped.

Director Terry Gilliam finally decided to release “Imaginarium” and found a way out: according to the plot, Ledger’s hero ends up in another dimension, where he magically changes his appearance several times. Johnny Depp, Jude Law and Colin Farrell agreed to “finish the game” for Heath. The actors gave their fees to Ledger's daughter Matilda.

Vladislav Galkin

1971−2010

The star of the “Saboteur” franchise died at the age of 38 from cardiac arrest. The doctors who performed the autopsy made a clear conclusion: Galkin’s body was worn out due to nervous exhaustion and alcohol abuse.

Brandon Lee

1965−1993

The death of Bruce Lee's son on the set of the film "The Crow" on March 31, 1993 can be called a coincidence of fatal circumstances. Work was underway on the final episodes, when the hero Brandon Lee was supposed to be killed by his sworn enemy Fanboy, played by Michael Massey. By fatal accident a plug from the props got into the pistol, which when fired blank cartridge hit the actor in the stomach and mortally wounded him.

The actor's mother sued the film company for negligence and won the case. No charges were brought against Michael Massey, but this did not save him from a prolonged depression. Out of respect for the Lee family, the murder scene was reshot with a stunt double.

River Phoenix

1970−1993

23 years old - at this age the life of the promising actor River Phoenix was cut short. River with his younger brother Joaquin Phoenix, a future star, did his best to help his parents earn money thanks to his talents: the brothers sang, recited poetry and danced, holding concerts right on the street. This experience was not in vain: a Los Angeles agent, familiar with the father of the family, found several talented guys good offers. River started with television series, and four years later he found himself in big cinema.

River was given a free-thinking and independent streak by his hippie parents, but at the same time he promoted veganism, supported PETA, and was only seen with three girls in his entire life. However, among the actor’s hobbies there was time for dangerous passion- drugs. In 1993, River became ill at the Viper Room nightclub, where he was hanging out with his friend Flea from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, brother Joaquin, sister Rain and his girlfriend Samantha. The company helped the actor go outside so that he could recover, but the star became even worse. The ambulance that arrived at the club was unable to save River. After his death, most of the stones were thrown into the garden of Johnny Depp, one of the co-owners of the Viper Room: the establishment was called a nest of drug addicts and suicides. Only in 2004 did Depp say goodbye to the notoriety of this establishment by selling his stake in the business.

James Dean

1931−1955

Despite his death at 24, James Dean managed to become a symbol of the 50s and influence the style and culture of subsequent years. While still at school, James became interested in theater, and an attempt to study at the university again proved that an acting career was the only thing the young man wanted to devote his life to. At the age of 20, he quit education and began going to auditions. At first he was offered small roles in casual TV series and commercials. However, connections, talent and training at the Actors Studio under the direction of Lee Strasberg in New York did their job: Dean was invited to major film projects, which made him famous throughout America, and later throughout the world. A fatal coincidence cut short a stellar career. On the way to one of the photo shoots, the car in which James was sitting in the passenger seat crashed into a car that came around a bend. All participants in this accident survived, except young actor Hollywood, who died so early. Posthumously, Dean was nominated twice for an Oscar: for the films East of Eden and Giant.

Paul Walker

1973−2013

Neither relatives nor fans wanted to believe in Paul Walker's death: how did an actor, who so many times independently staged the most complex stunts in the Fast and the Furious racing movie, become a victim of a car accident?

The actor died while holding a charity car show for typhoon victims in the Philippines. The car in which Paul and his friend Roger Rodas were (he was driving) crashed into a lamppost and caught fire - the passengers did not even have a chance to escape.

On the eve of his death, Walker began filming the seventh Fast and the Furious, which made him famous. The actor never completed all the episodes with his participation, but the film crew decided to finish the film in memory of their friend.

Cory Monteith

1982−2013

Glee star Cory Monteith died from an overdose of heroin taken with alcohol - this is the official cause of death of the 31-year-old actor. Cory Monteith struggled with his drug addiction since the age of 19, having given up regular consumption at the request of his fiancée, actress Lea Michele. The couple was engaged, but Corey's breakdown tragically cut short wedding plans. Three months before his death, Monteith underwent rehabilitation in a clinic, from which he left on April 26, but his abstinence from heroin was short-lived. Cory Monteith was found dead in a Vancouver hotel room on July 13, 2013. The surveillance camera footage in the hotel corridors shows that the actor consumed drugs and champagne alone - no one entered the deceased’s room.

Sergey Shevkunenko

1959−1995

When Shevkunenko was four years old, his father died of cancer. Mom was left alone with two children. She worked a lot, and Sergei and early years was left to his own devices. As a result, he began to get involved in criminal cases. But he was not at all drawn to cinema. Everything was decided by chance: one day he came to work with his mother, an assistant director at Mosfilm, and caught the eye of one of the directors. Soon Sergei received the role of the heroic pioneer Mitya Polyakov in the Dirk trilogy. However, in life he preferred the path of crime. At the age of 13, Shevkunenko was registered in the children's room of the police and had serious problems with alcohol, and at the age of 16 he received his first sentence - for beating with hooligan motives. After that, Sergei again and again went to jail for theft. By the age of 30, a man who has received criminal world nicknames “Chief” and “Artist”, had the status of authority and headed the Mosfilmovskaya organized crime group. Sergei died at the age of 35. The killer broke into his and his mother’s apartment and shot them both. The crime was never solved.

Every year people pass away. Known, unknown... Sometimes you remember an actor or singer, you want to learn something new about his work, and those around you remind you: what, he’s already dead! Which celebrities lost Russian society in 2014? Who will no longer become the hero of scandals, appear on the red carpet, give a speech on TV, or give a loud interview to the media? Let's remember.

January

- designer, creator of the world-famous Kalashnikov assault rifle. Lived 82 years.

February

– actress, rector of GITIS. She died at the age of 73.

- theater and film actress. The cause of death at the age of 79 was a diseased heart.

- son of the writer Veniamin Kaverin, virologist. Lived to be 80 years old.

–children's writer and playwright, 82 years old.

March

– 75 years old, Honored Trainer of Russia in cross-country skiing.

– former Minister of Taxes and Duties, former Ministry of Labor and Social Development of Russia. A stroke struck him at the age of 56.

April

- activist Russian show business, concert director of many performers: Agutin and Varum, Presnyakova and Podolskaya. He died at the age of 46 from illness.

- a scientist who developed control systems for missiles, both intercontinental and space. Died at the age of 85.

May

– film actress (“The Cranes Are Flying,” “Anna Karenina”). The cause of death at the age of 80 was the heart.

- chansonnier, shot himself at the age of 47 due to life troubles.

June

- composer and arranger, father of Angelika Varum, aged 65.

- Major General of the Police, dismissed from the authorities on suspicion of corruption. 36-year-old Kolesnikov jumped (or was thrown) out of a 6th floor window during the investigation.

- film actor, performer of the role of Mommy in the film “Republic of Shkid”. He died at the age of 63 after a long illness.

July

– sports announcer, student of Levitan. For more than 35 years he has commented on sporting events at the Luzhniki Stadium. Died at the age of 77.

– political and public figure, 64 years old. She died from blood poisoning after a poorly treated injury.

August

- entrepreneur. He was distinguished by a phenomenal memory, twice a record holder of the Guinness Book of Records, and the author of popular mnemonic techniques. The cause of death at the age of 51 was cancer.

September

– journalist, TV presenter (“Vremechko”). He died from cancer. He lived for half a century.

October

– film and theater figure. In total, he directed the Moscow Taganka Theater for more than 40 years. Died in his sleep at the age of 97.

- widow of Yuri Nikulin, actress and circus performer. She died at the age of 84.

- politician, deputy in the State Duma from " United Russia", Deputy Speaker. In the summer of 2014 it was included in the EU sanctions list. She died at the age of 65 from a long illness, the presence of which she hid for several years.

November

– theater and film actor (“Gangster Petersburg”, “Golden Calf”). He bled to death in his own apartment. According to the official version, he was injured by broken glass, being in a state alcohol intoxication. He was 49 years old.

Hockey coach, who more than once led the Soviet team to the title of world champion, and the Moscow team of CSKA to the title of champion of the USSR. He died at the age of 85 after a long illness related to the heart.

Other people, no less talented and well-known in their circle, also passed away. We have listed only a few. It is a pity that death is slowly reaping its harvest, sparing neither the young nor the elderly. We can only try to ensure that our loved ones do not end up in poverty and obscurity, forgotten by family and friends, but until the very end receive help and support from those around them. After all, in the end, we all...

No one is eternal - alas, this is confirmed numerous deaths not only among older people, but also among young people. Actor Paul Walker, who would have turned 41 today, September 12, passed away last year. He gave the cinema many wonderful roles, did charity work and left behind a 15-year-old daughter, Madow Rain. As sad as it may be, we decided to honor the memory of the Fast and the Furious star and remember other actors who left this world at a young age.

During its short acting career Paul managed to star in 38 films and TV series. The actor was popular among women, young people loved him. The last movie, where Paul played, was “District 13: Brick Mansions,” but the filming of the seventh “Fast and Furious” never finished. His two brothers, Caleb and Cody Walker, agreed to star in the remaining scenes.

Paul died on November 30, 2013 in a car accident. The tragedy occurred when Walker's friend, Roger Rodas, lost control and the car crashed into a tree and caught fire. Unfortunately, neither Paul nor Roger could be saved - they died on the spot.

Heath Ledger (28 years old)

He began his acting career in 1992 with the film Clownery. The last role in Heath's life was the role of Tony Shepard in science fiction movie"The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus." The actor died before the end of filming, and the role of Tony was played by three actors - Johnny Depp, Colin Farrell and Jude Law.

The last role in Heath’s life was the role of Tony Shepard in the science fiction film “The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus.”

The actor was found dead in his New York apartment on January 22, 2008. Official reason death - intoxication caused by the combined use of painkillers, sleeping pills and tranquilizers. Heath's father said that after playing the Joker, he suffered from prolonged depression. The actor's death shocked not only his relatives, but also millions of fans, his colleagues and Michelle Williams ( ex-wife Ledger). For his portrayal of the Joker in The Dark Knight, Heath Ledger was awarded an Oscar and a Golden Globe posthumously.

Cory Monteith (31 years old)

He is an actor best known for his role as Finn Hudson in the American television series Glee.

Since childhood he had problems with drugs. According to the actor himself, by the age of 19 he had tried everything possible. Fearing for his health and life, his mother and friends intervened. Corey was sent to rehab, but upon his return he continued to use drugs. This led to sad consequences: Monteith was found dead on July 13, 2013 in a room at the Pacific Rim Hotel in Vancouver. The cause of death was toxic poisoning of the body after a nuclear mixture: alcohol + heroin.

Sergei Bodrov Jr. (30 years old)

The actor died on September 20, 2002 in the Karmadon Gorge, where one of the scenes of the film was to be filmed.

Russian actor and director, son of director Sergei Bodrov Sr. He was married and raised two children. Sergei managed to play in only 14 films, the most successful of which were “Brother”, “Brother-2” and “Bear Kiss”. As a director, he only managed to film “Sisters,” although he was preparing to shoot “The Messenger.” Did not have time…

In July 2002, Sergei began filming the film “Svyaznoy”; in September the film crew flew to the Caucasus. The actor died on September 20, 2002 in the Karmadon Gorge, where one of the scenes of the film was to be filmed. According to the official version, Sergei Bodrov Jr. and the entire film crew died as a result of a rock collapse. Rescue work lasted about a month.

Alexey Zavyalov (36 years old)

Alexey is primarily known as a serial actor and supporting actor. He also managed to play in the theater: he had many roles under his belt. Viewers remember him for his role as Stas Scriabin in the television series “Cop Wars”, Igor Sheremetev in “The She-Wolf of Tambov”, Ilya in “Atlantis”, Anton Sokolsky in “Cream”, etc.

The actor died in an accident at the age of 37. On August 7, 2011, Alexey received serious injuries as a result of a parachute jump. On September 30, he died in a hospital in Moscow. He was posthumously awarded the title "Honored Artist" Russian Federation" Alexey is survived by his wife and two young sons.

Vladislav Galkin (38 years old)

The talented Russian actor is known for his numerous film roles. During his life, he acted in more than 60 films, making an amazing career. He began acting as a child, playing Huckleberry Finn. The last film was “Love in the Manger.”

He began acting as a child, playing Huckleberry Finn.

Vladislav died in Moscow on February 27, 2010. There are several versions of the actor's death. According to some sources, Galkin died due to cardiac arrest as a result of acute heart failure. Other sources claim that the cause of death was alcohol poisoning. Vladislav's father believes that his son was killed. One way or another, the actor died, and none of the versions will bring him back...

Brittany Murphy (32 years old)

American actress, best known for the films Girl, Interrupted, 8 Mile, Sin City, Honeymooners, Uptown Girls, Deadline, etc. The last film in Murphy’s film career was the thriller “Don’t Let It Show.” Brittany died on December 20, 2009 at her home in Los Angeles from a heart attack. The cause of the actress's cardiac arrest was pneumonia, complicated by an overdose. medicines on the background iron deficiency anemia. According to another version, the actress and her husband Simon (he died 5 months after his wife’s death) were deliberately poisoned with rat poison. Brittany's body was found by her mother.

Director Joe Menendez made a biopic about the life of the actress called “The Brittany Murphy Story,” main role in which Sherilyn Fenn played. However, the father of the deceased actress said that there is not even a grain of truth in the film, that the director only distorted Brittany’s life, desecrating her memory.

Francoise Dorleac (25 years old)

This French actress died at the age of 25 in a car accident.

This French actress died at the age of 25 in a car accident. Few people know, but Françoise is elder sister Catherine Deneuve (they even appeared together in Jacques Demy’s musical film “The Girls of Rochefort”). Françoise managed to play in 20 films. Despite all her efforts, she never received universal recognition during her lifetime, remaining behind younger sister. Her death shocked all her relatives, especially Catherine, who, according to her, at that moment completely lost her balance and joy in life. Return to normal and happy life Catherine resin only a few years later...

Jean Harlow (26 years old)

Jean was a real movie star and sex symbol of the 30s of the last century. Despite her young age (26 years), she managed to act in 28 films. The most famous films with her participation are “Hells Angels”, “Public Enemy”, “Platinum Blonde”, “Red Dust”, “Bomb”, “Wife vs. Secretary”, etc.

In early 1937, Jean fell ill with the flu, which weakened her body so much that the actress began to have serious kidney problems. During the filming of the film Saratoga, Harlow became ill right on film set, she was taken to the hospital, where she was diagnosed with uremia. The actress lived a few more days and died on June 7, 1937 from cerebral edema. According to some rumors, Gina could not be saved because of her fanatical mother, who prevented doctors from treating her daughter. medical care(but these are just rumors).