Year Ender 2023: A look back at famous faces who passed away in 2023

From Pakistan’s former president and army chief Gen (r) Pervez Musharraf to showbiz legends like Qavi Khan, and icononic orators like Zia Mohiuddin to revered poet and writer, Amjad Islam Amjad, its time to remember notable faces who died this year.

The list of deceased members, who passed away in the last year, starts with British monarch Queen, Elizabeth II who breathed her last at Balmoral, in Scotland, in September.

In Pakistan, gems like Qavi Khan, Majid Jahangir said farewell. Globally, Taylor Hawkins, Robbie Coltrane, Olivia Newton-John, Ray Liotta, Coolio, Dame Deborah James, The Specials frontman Terry Hall, Faithless star Maxi Jazz, and many more passed away.

Pervez Musharraf

Pakistan’s former Army Chief and president General Pervez Musharraf, died aged 79. He passed away in UAE.

Qavi Khan

Season TV star and legend Qavi Khan was among showbiz gems who died thus year. The legendary actor died at 80 during his treatment.

Amjad Islam Amjad

Literary genius and famous poet Amjad Islam Amjad passed away in Lahore after heart attack at age 78 in February this year.

Zia Muhiuddin

Pakistan’s iconic TV actor, orator, author and broadcaster passed away in Karachi at the age of 91. Zia’s dedication to art and work for state broadcaster earned him huge rank.

Majid Jahangir

TV star Majid Jahangir passed away in Jan 2023, he was hospitalised after suffering fractured spine.

Yousaf Shakeel

TV star Shakeel passed away at the age of 85, as he died in June after heart complications. He left an indelible mark through his outstanding performances in both television and film.

Khalid Saeed Butt

Khalid Saeed Butt, the former TV star passed away in April 2023.

Shabbir Rana

An actor par excellence, Shabbir Rana, passed away in Karachi after a long battle with an illness. He is known for his roles in Jackson Heights and Ab Kar Meri Rafugari.

Mashal Bukhari

Mishal Bukhari, the famous news face, died aftr losing battle to cancer at the age of 38.

Alamgir Khan Tareen

Alamgir Khan Tareen, the owner of Multan Sultans and brother of politician Jahangir Tareen, committed suicide in September this year.

Shoaib Hashmi

Pakistani actor and writer Adeel Hashmi died after suffering brain haemorrhage at age of 84. His impecable work in fields made him a respected figure in showbiz industry.