Celebrities Who Passed Away This 2021

Published on 10/13/2021
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Robert Downey Sr.

June 24, 1936 – July 7, 2021

He was 85 when he died peacefully in his sleep on July 7 — one month after celebrating his 85th birthday. Robert Downey Sr. was a director, actor, and the father of Robert Downey Jr. His Parkinson’s disease had been a battle for more than five years for the actor, who was best known for his cameo performances. In his tribute to his father, Downey Jr., 56, referred to him as a “genuine maverick” who remained “remarkably hopeful.”

Robert Downey Sr.

Robert Downey Sr.

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Matima “Swavy” Miller

Matima Miller, also known as Swavy and Babyface.S on TikTok, died on July 6 after being tragically shot in the Southbridge section of Wilmington. Miller was a popular figure on the platform. Miller, who had over 2.3 million followers on his dancing Instagram account, was just 19 years old.

Matima Swavy Miller

Matima Swavy Miller

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