Rock stars and politicians, movie icons and sporting legends, here are some of the greats who have died this year.
The French Connectionand was quickly anointed one of Hollywood's top directors when he was only in his 30s, has died. He was 87.
He released more than 70 albums, bringing him 19 competitive Grammys — all but two after he reached his 60s — and enjoyed deep and lasting affection from fans and fellow artists. , featuring such contemporary stars as Gaga, Carrie Underwood and Amy Winehouse, in her last studio recording.Merrill J Fernando, the founder of one of Australia's most-loved brands of tea, Dilmah, has died."Surrounded by his sons and grandchildren, iconic Teamaker, Disrupter and Servant Merrill J. Fernando passed in Colombo this morning," an obituary on Fernando's website read.
"Introducing a paradigm shift in ethical business before ethics and sustainable business acquired the prominence they have now."Actress and singer Jane Birkin, who charmed France with her English grace, style and accented French and made the country her home, has died at age 76, according to France's Culture Ministry and French media.
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