Five beloved celebrities passed away over a tragic July weekend, leaving Hollywood and fans worldwide in mourning.

The string of heartbreaking losses began on Thursday, July 11, with the passing of a renowned actress, and by Sunday, July 14, four more celebrities had sadly passed away, making it a somber weekend filled with tributes and condolences.

Among the recent losses, the world of entertainment bid farewell to a legendary actress, a celebrity sex therapist, a fitness guru, an actress known for her bravery, and a retired sports star.

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Continue reading to learn more about the stars who passed away over the weekend:

Shelley Duvall

On Thursday, July 11, Shelley Duvall passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Blanco, Texas, at the age of 75. Her partner, Dan Gilroy, confirmed the sad news to The Hollywood Reporter that same day, expressing his grief over the loss of his “dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend.”

Gilroy poignantly added, “Too much suffering lately, now she’s free. Fly away, beautiful Shelley.” Duvall captivated audiences with her memorable performances, including her iconic role as Wendy Torrance in the 1980 horror classic The Shining. She also graced the screen in films like Annie Hall (1977) and Popeye (1980), and her final role was in the 2023 film The Forest Hills.

Dr. Ruth Westheimer

The beloved celebrity sex therapist, Dr. Ruth Westheimer, passed away on Friday, July 12, in her New York City home at the age of 96. Her spokesman confirmed the news to The New York Times the following day.

Dr. Ruth, as she was affectionately known, pioneered the field of sex therapy and advice. She began her career with a weekly radio show in 1980 called Sexually Speaking, and went on to host a variety of talk shows and publish over 40 books, including the popular Sex for Dummies in 1995. She was always comfortable discussing intimate topics, as evidenced by her statement to Us Weekly in August 2019: “These days, it’s not so much how to have an orgasm. It’s not so much how to have an erection. It’s more a question about boredom.”

Richard Simmons

The fitness world lost an icon with the passing of Richard Simmons. His representatives confirmed the sad news to ABC News on Saturday, July 11. While the cause of death was not revealed, authorities believe it to be from natural causes. Simmons was pronounced dead at his Los Angeles home on Saturday morning. (It is worth noting that Simmons had been diagnosed with skin cancer in March.)

Simmons had just celebrated his 76th birthday the day before his passing on Friday. In his recent Facebook posts, the wellness expert expressed gratitude for the outpouring of birthday wishes from his fans. “I never got so many messages about my birthday in my life!” he wrote. “I am sitting here writing emails. Have a most beautiful rest of your Friday.”

Shannen Doherty

Us confirmed on Sunday, July 14, that Shannen Doherty had passed away on Saturday after a valiant battle with cancer.

Doherty’s publicist, Leslie Sloane, issued a statement to Us: “It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of actress Shannen Doherty. On Saturday, July 13, she lost her battle with cancer after many years of fighting the disease. The devoted daughter, sister, aunt, and friend was surrounded by her loved ones, as well as her dog, Bowie.”

Doherty, best known for her role in Beverly Hills, 90210, had been diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer in 2015. Sloane’s statement concluded with a request for privacy: “The family asks for their privacy at this time so they can grieve in peace.”

Jacoby Jones

On Sunday, July 14, it was announced that Super Bowl champion and former NFL wide receiver Jacoby Jones had passed away at his Houston home at the young age of 40. The cause of death has not been made public as of yet.

Jones was a beloved figure in the NFL, having played for both the Baltimore Ravens and the Houston Texans. The Ravens shared their grief in a statement via X: “We are completely heartbroken to learn about the passing of Jacoby Jones. Jacoby had the unique ability to connect with everyone he encountered. His charisma, joy, and love created a one-of-a-kind presence that could light up any room or brighten any dark day.”

The Texans also paid tribute to Jones in a post on Sunday: “We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Jacoby Jones. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time.”