The year 2016 has witnessed the passing of celebrities in art and literary circles, who have left us with many beautiful memories of their performances, songs, books or films. We feel helpless in front of the death, but what we can do is cherish the present. At the end of the year, we remember and honor these prominent figures and hope they rest in peace.

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