These days, we know of celebrity deaths almost as soon as they happen, thanks to the speed with which information is disseminated via internet and social media. Every so often, however, a celebrity dies well under the radar and we don’t hear about it until much, much later.

Maybe the celeb’s family is just really good at keeping things private, or maybe the celeb has all been forgotten by the public. No matter how shocking the death is, though, we do hope that they left behind real estate properties or a hefty bank account or even life insurance policies for their families instead of an inheritance of debt.

Johnny Brown – Cardiac Arrest

When it comes to iconic artists on television, Johnny Brown is one of the best-known, especially when he was cast as Nathan Bookman in ‘Good Times.’ The show ran for almost a decade, so it’s easy to see why the actor eventually became a crowd favorite.

It turns out Brown wasn’t only a remarkable thespian but also quite a family man. He married the love of his life, June Russell, and both celebrated the arrival of their children shortly after. Unfortunately, Brown’s health issues got the best of him, and a heart attack took his life in March 2022. Fans will remember Brown forever, not only for his stellar work but for his incredible personality too.

Late Celebs Who Will Never Be Forgotten

Steve James – Pancreatic cancer