Planet Earth lost a wealth of humour as 2014 saw the passing of too many wonderful minds that tickled funny bones, created debate, and generally enriched our lives just by their presence.
*Bob Hoskins dies aged 71
*Rik Mayall's 18-year-old daughter pays tribute to her 'foul-mouthed and hysterical father'
*Philip Seymour Hoffman's death caused by apparent drugs overdose
*Hollywood pays tribute to Joan Rivers
*Robin Williams' family release statements regarding his death, while celebrities/Obama pay tribute
*Bob Geldof and Tom Cohen release statements regarding the death of Peaches
*Celebrities pay tribute to Lauren Bacall, who passed away yesterday
*Designer Oscar de la Renta has died, aged 82
*James Garner died of a massive heart attack
*Punk legend Tommy Ramone has died
*Screen legend Mickey Rooney has died