In 2024, we mourned the loss of remarkable talents who profoundly influenced our lives. From musicians to actors, these individuals shaped our culture through their art. Among them were Canadian icons Donald Sutherland and Alice Munro, stage and screen legends Shannen Doherty, Dame Maggie Smith, and James Earl Jones, as well as musical greats like Liam Payne and Quincy Jones.
We remember Glynis Johns, who passed on January 4 at age 100; her iconic role in *Mary Poppins* and her Tony-winning performance in *A Little Night Music* showcased her extraordinary talent. David Soul, the beloved detective from *Starsky & Hutch*, also left us on January 4, while Joyce Randolph, known for her role in *The Honeymooners*, died on January 13 at 99.
Canadian entertainer Nerene Virgin, cherished for her role in *Today’s Special*, passed away on January 15. Renowned director Norman Jewison, a champion of Canadian cinema, died on January 20 at 97. Finally, soap star David Gail, known for *Beverly Hills, 90210*, departed on the same day at 58. Their legacies will forever inspire us.
