The year 2024 has seen quite a number of deaths in the entertainment industry. From table maestro Zakir Hussain to 'One Direction' singer Liam Payne; Here's a list of 7 celebrities who passed away this year Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away on December 15th at San Francisco due to blood pressure related ailments Former One Direction member Liam Payne tragically passed away at the age of 31 on October 16, 2024. The singer reportedly died after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina Celebrated Indian fashion designer Rohit Bal, known for his Bollywood connections and timeless creations, died on November 1, 2024, after battling a prolonged illness Iconic Indian classical and folk singer Sharda Sinha, beloved for her soulful voice, passed away on November 5, 2024, at 72 years old Acclaimed Hollywood actress Maggie Smith, renowned for roles in Downton Abbey, Sister Act, and the Harry Potter series, passed away at 89 in 2024 Hindi television and film actor Vikas Sethi succumbed to a heart attack on September 8, 2024.
He was a familiar face in popular TV dramas Ghazal maestro Pankaj Udhas, famous for his contributions to Indian music, passed away on February 26, 2024, after a prolonged illness.
