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Celebrities criticize Donald Trump in the wake of Rob Reiner's death, including Mick Foley, Josh Gad and Patrick Schwarzenegger

Richard Norton, the Australian actor, martial artist and stunt co-ordinator, died on Sunday March 30, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. He was 75 years old and left behind a legacy of more than 80 films, including roles in Mad Max: Fury Road and collaborations with stars such as Jackie Chan and Chuck Norris.

We bid farewell this year to the little sister from "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," a two-time heavyweight champion, and 1995's Batman. Here are the notable figures who died in 2025

Actor Ben Stiller paid tribute, writing on X, formerly Twitter, that Reiner was "one of my favorite directors."

The couple reportedly had their throat slits after a heated argument, with their son Nick being named as a person of interest in the murders.

The year 2025 proved to be a memorable one for the entertainment industry in many ways. While it witnessed blockbuster film releases, celebrity weddings, and the joy of new beginnings, it also brought moments of deep sorrow.

Conan O'Brien explained why he jokingly blamed his pal Jason Bateman for his parents' deaths: 'This is how I grieve.'