As 2016 comes to an end, we can't help but take a moment to fondly remember the icons, beloved music, film and TV stars, and rising talents just getting their starts that we've lost this year. Photo: Getty Images, PA
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William Christopher - December 31 The actor known for playing Father Mulcahy on the popular TV show M*A*S*H passed away at his home in Pasadena at age 84. According to the TV star's son John Christopher, William died from non-small cell lung cancer. The Hollywood actor was diagnosed a year and a half ago. The New York Times reported that William responded "well to treatment until recently."The dad-of-two is survived by his wife Barbara in addition to his sons John and Ned. Photo: Michael Tullberg/Getty Images
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Debbie Reynolds - December 28 One day after the death of her daughter Carrie Fisher, Debbie passed away at the age of 84. "She's gone to be with Carrie," Debbie's son, Todd Fisher confirmed. "She loved taking care of her and now she's gone to be with her." Debbie was at Todd's home making arrangements for Carrie's funeral, when she suffered a stroke around 1 p.m. She was taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, where she passed away later in the evening. The veteran actress was known for her early roles in Singing in the Rain and The Unsinkable Molly Brown. More recently, she continued to make her mark in the world of film and television with roles in Will and Grace and Disney's HalloweenTown series. Photo: David Livingston/Getty Images
