Neil Sedaka, singer whose hits included "Laughter in the Rain," dies at 86

Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.

• Feb 27

Bobby J. Brown, "The Wire" and "Law & Order: SUV" actor, dies at 62

Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.

• Feb 27

Eric Dane, "Grey's Anatomy" star diagnosed with ALS, dies at 53

In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed​ with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.

• Feb 20

Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader who ran for president, dies at age 84

The Rev. Jesse Jackson marched alongside Martin Luther King Jr., ran for president in the 1980s and led the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition in Chicago for decades.

• Feb 17

Social justice scholar remembers Jesse Jackson

Rev. Jesse Jackson's family announced Tuesday that the civil rights icon died peacefully at 84 years old. For more than six decades, Jackson spent his life working to advance civil rights and advocating for the interests of working-class people of all colors. Obery Hendricks, sadjunct professor at Columbia University, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his life and legacy.

• Feb 17
• 03:10

Barack, Michelle Obama remember Jesse Jackson

Civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson died Tuesday at 84, his family said. CBS News' Michael George and Aaron Navarro have more on his life and legacy and the reaction to his passing.

• Feb 17
• 05:19

How Jesse Jackson helped shape modern politics

Famed civil rights leader, the Rev. Jesse Jackson, died on Tuesday at the age of 84, his family said. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett looks back on Jackson's life. Then, CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on Jackson's relationship with President Trump.

• Feb 17
• 07:51

Robert Duvall, Oscar winner who starred in "The Godfather," dies at age 95

Robert Duvall was in such classics as "The Godfather," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "M*A*S*H," "The Great Santini" and "Tender Mercies."

• Feb 16

James Van Der Beek, "Dawson's Creek" star, dies at 48 after cancer diagnosis

"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.

• Feb 12

Looking back at James Van Der Beek's life

James Van Der Beek, the star of teen classics like "Varsity Blues" and "Dawson's Creek," has died at the age of 48. His wife posted about his death on Instagram on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.

• Feb 11
• 01:47

Barry Wilburn, Super Bowl-winning star for Washington, dies in house fire

Barry Wilburn, who led the NFL in interceptions in 1987 and won a Super Bowl with Washington that same season, has died. He was 62.

• Feb 9

Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47

Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.

• Feb 7

LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90

The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.

• Feb 4

Demond Wilson, "Sanford and Son" and "The New Odd Couple" actor, dies at 79

In 1971, Demond Wilson appeared on an episode of "All in the Family," a role that led him to land a lead part in "Sanford and Son."

• Jan 31

"Sanford and Son" star Demond Wilson dies at 79

Actor Demond Wilson died in his California home due to complications from prostate cancer, CBS News learned on Saturday. He starred alongside Redd Foxx in "Sanford and Son," one of the biggest TV hits of the 1970s.

• Jan 31
• 00:18

Catherine O'Hara, "Beetlejuice" and "Home Alone" star, dies at 71

Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."

• Jan 31

Valentino Garavani, iconic fashion designer, dies at age 93

Valentino Garavani's high-glamour gowns were fashion show staples for nearly half a century.

• Jan 19

Civil Rights icon Claudette Colvin dies

Claudette Colvin was just 15 when she was arrested in 1955 for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama. The Civil Rights icon and pioneer died Tuesday at the age of 86. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King has more on her legacy.

• Jan 14
• 03:10

Scott Adams, "Dilbert" comic strip creator, dies at age 68

Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.

• Jan 13

Gov't Mule's Warren Haynes on Bob Weir's death

Grateful Dead guitarist and co-founder Bob Weir has died after a battle with cancer. Warren Haynes, guitarist for the Allman Brothers and the frontman for Gov't Mule, joins CBS News to discuss what it was like to work with Weir.

• Jan 12
• 03:52

Bob Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead, dies at 78

Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."

• Jan 10

Bob Weir, founding Grateful Dead member, dies

Bob Weir, a co-founder of the Grateful Dead, has died. Weir was a cornerstone of the band, as a singer, songwriter and guitarist.

• Jan 10
• 00:17

California Rep. Doug LaMalfa dies at 65

California Republican Congressman Doug LaMalfa has died at 65-years-old. LaMalfa represented California's first congressional district for more than a decade.

• Jan 6
• 00:38

Victoria Jones, daughter of Tommy Lee Jones, found dead in San Francisco hotel, officials confirm

A woman who was found dead in San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel on New Year's Day has been identified as Victoria Jones, daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, officials said.

• Jan 2

Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71

Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."

• Dec 30, 2025

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