All the Stars We've Lost in 2023

Richard Roundtree — best known for playing the titular role in the "Shaft" films and TV series — died on Oct. 24 at age 81. The actor also appeared in roles on shows like "Roots," "Generations," "Desperate Housewives," and "Being Mary Jane." Roundtree's manager confirmed to the New York Times that the actor died of pancreatic cancer.

Roundtree became one of the best-known leading Black actors in Hollywood and is often considered to be the first Black action hero. He continued to act through his later years, appearing in recent shows like OWN's "Cherish the Day" and Netflix's "Family Reunion."