Who died in February 2026

American singer, songwriter, and pianist known for selling millions of records and composing over 500 songs in pop and soft rock genres

American actor known for his roles as Lewis Skolnick in the Revenge of the Nerds films and Sam McGuire in the Disney series Lizzie McGuire, as well as a composer and film producer

American musician, singer, record producer, and social activist known as a pioneer of salsa music and a key figure in the Fania Records scene, with hit songs like "Aguanilé"

American actor known for his role as Dr. Mark Sloan on Grey's Anatomy and appearances in films like X-Men: The Last Stand, Marley & Me, and Bad Boys: Ride or Die

American Baptist minister, civil rights leader, politician, and founder of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition who advocated for human and LGBTQ rights

American actor and director known for his versatile performances in films like "Apocalypse Now" and "The Judge," and for his distinguished stage career

American actor and screenwriter known for his roles in Dawson's Creek, Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23, and CSI: Cyber

American singer and co-founder of the rock band 3 Doors Down, known for writing and performing the hit single 'Kryptonite'

American singer and photographer, a founding member of the iconic vocal group The 5th Dimension