Notable Deaths in 2026
The article highlights the notable deaths of influential figures in 2026, including jazz musician Sonny Rollins and media mogul Ted Turner. Rollins, known for his improvisational skills and innovative contributions to jazz, passed away on May 25, 2026. Ted Turner, a prominent businessman and conservationist, died on May 6, 2026, leaving a significant impact on media and sports.
- ▪Sonny Rollins was a revered tenor saxophonist who influenced generations with his innovative jazz recordings.
- ▪Ted Turner reshaped the media landscape and was known for his outspoken personality and environmental advocacy.
- ▪Both figures left a lasting legacy in their respective fields, with Rollins being a key player in jazz and Turner in media and sports.
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Sunday Morning Notable Deaths in 2026 .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-sunday-morning.jpg'); } By David Morgan Updated on: May 29, 2026 / 7:21 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google A portrait of jazz musician Sonny Rollins dating form the 1950s. | Bob Parent/Getty Images A look back at the esteemed personalities who left us this year, who touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.By CBSNews.com senior producer David Morgan. The Associated Press contributed to this gallery.Like his contemporaries, John Coltrane and Charlie Parker, tenor saxophonist Sonny Rollins (Sept. 7, 1930-May 25, 2026) was revered for his improvisational acuity, and his eagerness to pursue innovation in an art form that he helped define.
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