Clive Davis (1932–2026) - Died January 11, 2026

Iconic record executive Clive Davis passed away at the start of year aged 94. Armed with a legendary, unmatched ear for talent, Davis famously shaped global musical history by discovering, signing and mentoring iconic artists like Whitney Houston, Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen, Aerosmith, and Santana. A four-time Grammy winner and an inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Davis was the brilliant architect behind Columbia Records and Arista Records, with his legendary annual Pre-Grammy Gala standing for decades as the absolute pinnacle social event for Hollywood royalty.