Icons of the recent past; Celebrity superstars who have passed away
17th February 2012
Celebrities are people too and sometimes they pass away just like us normal folk. Those who spend a lifetime in the spotlight are remembered for their greatest achievements.
For example, Frank Sinatra is remembered for his incredible voice in the same way Martin Luther King is remembered for his views. Icons like these will continue to be remembered for years to come.
Below, we have looked at a few of the more notable deaths in the celebrity world;
Whitney Houston
The iconic American singer and actress passed away under ‘unknown’ circumstances earlier this month, leaving behind a legacy of classic songs and inspiring a generation of singers. The singer’s talent was discovered at an early age after regularly joining her mother, a gospel singer, on stage in nightclubs. She launched her self-titled debut album in 1985, instantly shooting to fame.
The 48 year old was also an award-winning actress, probably best known for her role in The Bodyguard.
It was after this film that Whitney Houston quickly rose to global stardom, following a cover of country singer Dolly Parton’s ‘I will always love you.’ From the middle of the eighties to the late nineties, Whitney Houston was at the top of her game as one of the world’s best selling artists.
Steve Jobs
The man who revolutionised the world of computer technology passed away in October last year at the relatively young age of 56. Steve Jobs was a digital mastermind, and global superstar in the eyes of tech lovers, who shaped the way the world listened to music and used computers.
Over the last few decades, the iconic Applebrand has blossomed to become of the world’s most recognisable and distinguished brands. Not only was he a visionary for IT, but Jobs also liked his animated films. After investing in Pixar in the mid 1980s, he was credited as an Executive Producer in the first Toy Story film.
Liz Taylor
American/British starlet Liz Taylor died on 23rd March last year at the age of 79. She became one of the greatest actresses of Hollywood’s Golden Age, with a final total of 50 films under her belt. Liz Taylor was one of the world’s most famous film stars and also won two Oscars. Her personal life was littered with marriages and subsequent divorces. She left behind a fortune of £360 million and an extensive art collection.
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