In 2024, the entertainment industry experienced notable losses with the passing of several prominent figures across various fields, including showbusiness, politics, sports, and art. The year has been marked by tributes to these individuals, highlighting their contributions to music and entertainment. Additionally, the sector faced significant challenges, including a wave of job cuts, with reports indicating that around 15,000 positions were eliminated in the entertainment and media sectors. This combination of loss and economic strain underscores a difficult year for the industry.