Black Celebrities Who Tragically Died in 2025 (So Far)

The acclaimed neo-soul singer passed away on October 14, 2025, at the age of 51, after fighting pancreatic cancer. He first gained recognition with his albums ‘Brown Sugar’ and ‘Voodoo,’ and later earned renewed praise with ‘Black Messiah.’ Fans and fellow artists remembered him for his unique songwriting and the deeply soulful, rhythmic music he pioneered. Celebrations of his life honored his lasting impact on contemporary R&B.

Top 20 Rappers and Hip Hop Artists Turned Actors

This list highlights artists who started their careers in rap or hip hop and successfully transitioned to consistent work in film and television. It includes actors who now lead major franchises, producers who have created entire television worlds, and performers who’ve brought their talents to acting, writing, directing, composing music, and voiceover work.

‘The Cosby Show’ Stars: Where Are They Now?

Since being released from prison in 2021 after his conviction was overturned, the once-famous performer has mostly stayed out of the public eye. He’s still dealing with several lawsuits in different states. His New York townhouse faced foreclosure in late 2024 and 2025, even as these legal issues continued. He hasn’t returned to acting or comedy and currently lives a quiet life in Pennsylvania.

Nova Roma Early Access release date announced for PC

In Nova Roma, you guide a group of refugees fleeing the crumbling Roman Empire, seeking a fresh start and a chance to rebuild a glorious civilization. To make your new city flourish, you must keep both your people happy and the gods pleased.

The Outer Worlds 2 review: A sequel that hasn’t moved forward

Bethesda RPGs consistently excel at creating immersive and captivating worlds, even if their recent games have been uneven. This year, Obsidian released two large RPGs – including Avowed – but neither managed to build a world that truly drew me in. This is particularly concerning for Avowed, as it’s set in the typically detailed and fascinating universe of Pillars of Eternity.

Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks gets its first flying vehicle in free update

This Ork flyer is basically a death trap – it’s a tiny, one-person vehicle with no armor or protective hull. The pilot can directly control the main weapon, a missile launcher mounted on the front. If a missile gets stuck, the pilot can even try to dislodge it with a sword – classic Ork ingenuity!