Legendary stage and screen star James Earl Jones, whose iconic voice and distinguished career spanned over seven decades in film, theater, and television, has passed away at the age of 93.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Tony-nominated costume designer, Michael McDonald. McDonald passed away on September 4 due to complications from a brief illness at the age of 61.

Jim Barry, theater icon and Staten Island resident, who was the Head Usher at the St. James for 23 years passed away on August 18, 2024 at the age of 69. Born in Brooklyn, Jim was a lifelong fan of theater.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Broadway usher Jim Barry, who died yesterday, August 18, 2024, at 69 years old. 

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that conductor, arranger, and pianist for several Broadway shows has passed away.

Actor and host Peter Marshall has passed away. Learn more about Marshall's life and work.

Actress Gena Rowlands has passed away. Learn more about Rowlands' life and work.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Broadway producer Adam Epstein. 

June L. Walker Rogers, Broadway singer, dancer, and comedienne, who appeared on television and authored thirteen published plays and musicals, died on Monday, July 8th, at her home in Westport, CT. She was 97. 

Dancer Bobby Banas has passed away. Learn more about Banas' life and work.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that writer and author Francine Pascal has died at age 92. Pascal is best known for writing the Sweet Valley High series of books. However, she also had ties to Broadway.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to announce that Tony Award-winning director Joseph Hardy has died at age 95. He passed away on June 6, 2024.

Theatres Trust, the national advisory and advocacy body for theatres, has shared the news of the death of John Earl at the age of 95.

Actor Bill Cobbs has passed away. Learn more about Cobbs' life and work.

The beloved producer, Carol Bixler, 74, died on Sunday, June 16th at her home in New Orleans, LA, having dedicated much of her life to the performing arts, mentorship, and to animal rescue. 

Actor Donald Sutherland has passed away. Learn more about Sutherland's life and work.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and television actor Julian Forsyth has died at the age of 71.

La soprano belge Jodie Devos est décédée, entourée de sa famille et de ses proches, ce 16 juin 2024 à Paris à l'âge de 35 ans des suites d'un cancer du sein qui l'avait contrainte à annuler plusieurs engagements récents. Elle était considérée comme l'une des artistes lyriques les plus talentueuses de sa génération.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor, dancer, director, and choreographer Tony Mordente has died at age 88. Read his obituary here.

Actor Tony Lo Bianco has passed away. Learn more about Venza's life and work.

According to the Honolulu Star-Advertiser, Broadway actress Jade Stice has passed away following a hiking accident. She was 53.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to reort the passing of Jay Kane, owner of the premier talent agency TalentWorks NY, He passed away on April 24, 2024 after a brief illness. He was 65 years old.

Theatre and film actress Janis Paige has passed away at the age of 101. 

Executive Producer Jac Venza has passed away. Learn more about Venza's life and work.

Academy Award-winning composer Richard M. Sherman has passed away. Good Morning America paid tribute to Sherman on a recent segment on the morning show, featuring a clip from a 2023 interview with Lin-Manuel Miranda. Check out the video here.