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Motown singer Duke Fakir died on July 22 at 88 years old. Fakir died “peacefully” of heart failure and was surrounded by family and friends when he passed. Born Abdul Kareem Fakir, Duke was known as the founding member of the legendary quartet the Four Tops. He was the group's last surviving member.
Paying Tribute to the Celebrities Who Have Died in 2024
- 01 of 33. Gena Rowlands. Gena Rowlands. ...
- 02 of 33. Shannen Doherty. Neilson Barnard/Getty Images. ...
- 03 of 33. Richard Simmons. ...
- 04 of 33. Dr. Ruth Westheimer. ...
- 05 of 33. Shelley Duvall. ...
- 06 of 33. Shifty Shellshock. ...
- 07 of 33. Donald Sutherland. ...
- 08 of 33. Johnny Wactor.
July 2024
- Funso Aiyejina, 75, Nigerian poet and academic.
- Giorgio Biguzzi, 88, Italian Roman Catholic prelate, bishop of Makeni (1986–2012).
- Fausto Bordalo Dias, 75, Portuguese composer and singer.
- Brad Carter, 87, American politician and engineer, member of the Mississippi State Senate (1996–2000).
Rappers Who Passed Away in 2024. Chino XL and DJ Polo both passed away in July at the ages of 50 and 63, respectively, in their homes. Back in June, former 1017 rapper Enchanting tragically died at the age of 26.
Tony Green, 85, British sports commentator and television announcer (Bullseye), complications from Alzheimer's disease. Max Hardy, 40, American chef and restaurateur. James Hedges, 85, American politician. Michael Jenkins, 77, Australian writer, producer and film and television director (The Heartbreak Kid).