2016 in pictures: Revisit some of the year's biggest entertainment headlines

So much has happened...

Sunil Makan
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So much has happened...

We don't think any other year has been memed or referenced so negatively and quite so much as 2016.

It was the year that brought us President Elect Trump and Brexit, not to mention the loss of some of our most treasured stars: David Bowie, Prince, George Michael, Carrie Fisher and Alan Rickman to name but five.

But, it wasn't all bad. Remember? Pokémon Go enthralled children and adults alike, the Olympics were another stunning display of athleticism, Beyoncé released Lemonade, JK Rowling brought us back to the Potterverse thanks to Fantastic Beasts - and that's not forgetting to mention that Andy Murray and Serena Williams both won Wimbledon again, the Queen turned 90, Bridget Jones made a triumphant return and Leo finally bagged that Oscar!

So without further ado, let's look back and revisit the year's big entertainment and newsy moments in photos. Scroll through our round up to re-live the highs and lows of 2016 as you step into the new year.

Suffice to say, it was quite a year, hasn't it?

David Bowie sadly passed away

David Bowie sadly passed away

The year got off to a sad start with the passing of music legend David Bowie on the 10th of January. The music artist reportedly battled cancer for the last 18 months of his life and millions of people around the world were rocked by his death.
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The year got off to a sad start with the passing of music legend David Bowie on the 10th of January. The music artist reportedly battled cancer for the last 18 months of his life and millions of people around the world were rocked by his death.

Beyoncé, Coldplay AND Bruno Mars performed at the Superbowl

Beyoncé, Coldplay AND Bruno Mars performed at the Superbowl

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Eddie Redmayne handed Brie Larson her Oscar

Eddie Redmayne handed Brie Larson her Oscar

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Alicia Vikander won her first Oscar

Alicia Vikander won her first Oscar

Alicia Vikander won her first Oscar in February 2016. The actress won Best Supporting Actress in honour of her portrayal of Gerda in The Danish Girl.
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Alicia Vikander won her first Oscar in February 2016. The actress won Best Supporting Actress in honour of her portrayal of Gerda in The Danish Girl.

Leonardo DiCaprio FINALLY won an Oscar

Leonardo DiCaprio FINALLY won an Oscar

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The Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William took a tour of India & Bhutan in April

The Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William took a tour of India & Bhutan in April

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Prince sadly passed away

Prince sadly passed away

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Beyoncé kicked off her Formation world tour

Beyoncé kicked off her Formation world tour

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Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid made their first red carpet appearance as a couple at the Met Gala in May

Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid made their first red carpet appearance as a couple at the Met Gala in May

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Blake Lively debuted her baby bump at Cannes Film Festival in May

Blake Lively debuted her baby bump at Cannes Film Festival in May

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Beyoncé was the recipient of the coveted Fashion Icon award at the 2016 CFDAs in June

Beyoncé was the recipient of the coveted Fashion Icon award at the 2016 CFDAs in June

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Legendary fashion photographer Bill Cunningham passed away

Legendary fashion photographer Bill Cunningham passed away

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The Camerons leave No.10 Downing Street in July

The Camerons leave No.10 Downing Street in July

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Theresa May became the PM in July 2016

Theresa May became the PM in July 2016

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Comedian and actress Caroline Aherne sadly passed away in July

Comedian and actress Caroline Aherne sadly passed away in July

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Serena Williams won Wimbledon again

Serena Williams won Wimbledon again

When she's not stealing the show in Beyoncé's music videos she's winning Grand Slams. No biggie.
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When she's not stealing the show in Beyoncé's music videos she's winning Grand Slams. No biggie.

Andy Murray won Wimbledon again

Andy Murray won Wimbledon again

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Team GB return from a triumphant performance at the Olympics in Rio in August

Team GB return from a triumphant performance at the Olympics in Rio in August

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Fashion designer Sonia Rykiel sadly passed away in August

Fashion designer Sonia Rykiel sadly passed away in August

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Alicia Keys stops wearing make-up

Alicia Keys stops wearing make-up

Alicia Keys started wearing no make-up in a display of female empowerment. Go Alicia!
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Alicia Keys started wearing no make-up in a display of female empowerment. Go Alicia!

Rihanna kills it at the MTV Video Music Awards

Rihanna kills it at the MTV Video Music Awards

Riri stole the show at the MTV Video Music Awards with this all pink performance as she picked up the Video Vanguard Award at the ceremony in August.
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Riri stole the show at the MTV Video Music Awards with this all pink performance as she picked up the Video Vanguard Award at the ceremony in August.

Gene Wilder sadly passed away in August

Gene Wilder sadly passed away in August

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Hillary Clinton hits the campaign trail in the run-up to the November US Presidential election

Hillary Clinton hits the campaign trail in the run-up to the November US Presidential election

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A wooden replica of 1666 London is set on fire on the River Thames to mark 350 years since the event, in September

A wooden replica of 1666 London is set on fire on the River Thames to mark 350 years since the event, in September

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Tommy Hilfiger's NYFW SS17 show in New York was a full-blown fun fair

Tommy Hilfiger's NYFW SS17 show in New York was a full-blown fun fair

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Bella Hadid takes a stylish tumble on the Michael Kors show at NYFW

Bella Hadid takes a stylish tumble on the Michael Kors show at NYFW

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Ellie Simmonds wins gold at the Rio Paralympics

Ellie Simmonds wins gold at the Rio Paralympics

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Solange releases A Seat At The Table to critical acclaim

Solange releases A Seat At The Table to critical acclaim

The Duke & Duchess of Cambridge commence their royal tour of Canada

The Duke & Duchess of Cambridge commence their royal tour of Canada

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The Duchess of Cambridge takes her first solo foreign trip to The Netherlands in October

The Duchess of Cambridge takes her first solo foreign trip to The Netherlands in October

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The Queen with her newly unveiled portrait by Henry Ward to mark 60 years as patron of the British Red Cross

The Queen with her newly unveiled portrait by Henry Ward to mark 60 years as patron of the British Red Cross

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Donald J. Trump is sensationally elected President of the United States in November

Donald J. Trump is sensationally elected President of the United States in November

He will be inaugurated on 20th January 2017.
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He will be inaugurated on 20th January 2017.

Cheryl debuts her baby bump at a Christmas carol concert

Cheryl debuts her baby bump at a Christmas carol concert

After months of speculation, Cheryl and Liam Payne confirmed her pregnancy in December
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After months of speculation, Cheryl and Liam Payne confirmed her pregnancy in December

Jasmine Tookes wears the famous million dollar bra at the Victoria's Secret show in Paris in December

Jasmine Tookes wears the famous million dollar bra at the Victoria's Secret show in Paris in December

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Blake Lively & Ryan Reynolds make their first public appearance with their beautiful family at Ryan's Hollywood Walk Of Fame ceremony in December

Blake Lively & Ryan Reynolds make their first public appearance with their beautiful family at Ryan's Hollywood Walk Of Fame ceremony in December

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Mariah Carey ushers in the beginning of Christmas with a giant tree

Mariah Carey ushers in the beginning of Christmas with a giant tree

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George Michael dies aged 53

George Michael dies aged 53

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Carrie Fisher sadly passes away in late December

Carrie Fisher sadly passes away in late December

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Just one day after the death of her daughter Carrie Fisher, screen legend Debbie Reynolds dies

Just one day after the death of her daughter Carrie Fisher, screen legend Debbie Reynolds dies

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Sunil Makan
Sunil Makan
Editor

Sunil Makan is the Editor of British Marie Claire. With over 15 years of publishing experience, working on print publications and their digital counterparts, national newspapers and digital pure plays he is an Editor, Strategist, Content Producer, Creative Director and Brand Consultant.

Sunil’s specialisms include Fashion, Beauty and Grooming, Lifestyle and Culture. Prior to Marie Claire, Sunil worked at ELLE, InStyle and Shortlist Media and freelanced at various other titles.

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