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NAME THE STARS WE’VE LOST

From David Bowie to Victoria Wood, artist creates cryptic tributes to beloved stars who died in 2016 – how many can you guess?

THIS year, we have mourned dozens of beloved celebrities - but their legacy lives on in their films, music and performances.

Paying tribute to 22 of the famous faces who passed away in 2016, one artist has created Stardust - In Memorium.

David Bowie is one of the celebs paid tribute to in the photos
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David Bowie is one of the celebs paid tribute to in the photosCredit: Getty Images

The collection of photos, by London gallery KK Outlet, includes urns and prop clues to the deceased stars.

True fans will immediately know who the magic wand, golf ball, four candles, yellow beret and Willy Wonka's golden ticket symbolise.

Dave Bell, of KK Outlet, said: "There have been many creative endeavours marking the passing of these greats, but none take this unusual and striking approach.

Dinnerladies actress Victoria Wood passed away on 20 April, after a brief battle with cancer
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Dinnerladies actress Victoria Wood passed away on 20 April, after a brief battle with cancerCredit: PA:Press Association

"The photographs, shot by Emma Todd, strike a balance between respect and wit, each capturing the unique personality of the celebrity."

KK Outlet is the East London gallery of design agency KesselsKramer.

In early 2017, the 'Stardust – In Memoriam 2016' photographs will appear in a gallery show followed by a commemorative book.

So take a look at the clues in the images below - and then see the answers at the bottom of the page.

1. Which former Big Brother star does this glitter ball relate to?
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1. Which former Big Brother star does this glitter ball relate to?Credit: Cover Images
2. This Princess Leia hologram is a clue about a recently deceased Star Wars actor
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2. This Princess Leia hologram is a clue about a recently deceased Star Wars actorCredit: Cover Images
3. This American was a professional golfer
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3. This American was a professional golferCredit: Cover Images
4. While this political leader was a fan of cigars
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4. While this political leader was a fan of cigarsCredit: Cover Images
5. A telephone and bow tie are the clues for this star, who was in Faulty Towers
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5. A telephone and bow tie are the clues for this star, who was in Faulty TowersCredit: Cover Images
6. Do you recognise this yellow beret, which belongs to a comedienne and actress
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6. Do you recognise this yellow beret, which belongs to a comedienne and actressCredit: Cover Images
7. It's a purple urn for this singer
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7. It's a purple urn for this singerCredit: Cover Images
8. Passports are the clue for this notorious Welsh drug smuggler and author
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8. Passports are the clue for this notorious Welsh drug smuggler and authorCredit: Cover Images
9. A fan and a pair of headphones for this English record producer
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9. A fan and a pair of headphones for this English record producerCredit: Cover Images
10. This 80s musician's most famous song is about angels
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10. This 80s musician's most famous song is about angelsCredit: Cover Images

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11. A famous boxer passed away this year
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11. A famous boxer passed away this yearCredit: Cover Images
12. Four candles and a pair of glasses for this comedian - whose most famous sketch show featured another man of the same name
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12. Four candles and a pair of glasses for this comedian - whose most famous sketch show featured another man of the same nameCredit: Cover Images
13. This actor starred in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory... and passed away this year
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13. This actor starred in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory... and passed away this yearCredit: Cover Images
14. This celeb was involved in Children in Need
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14. This celeb was involved in Children in NeedCredit: Cover Images
15. This female comedian was a BAFTA-winning writer and actress
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15. This female comedian was a BAFTA-winning writer and actressCredit: Cover Images
16. Which author's book cover does this mockingbird remind you of?
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16. Which author's book cover does this mockingbird remind you of?Credit: Cover Images
17. Which famous magician died this year?
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17. Which famous magician died this year?Credit: Cover Images
18. Which Corrie actress is associated with a tea pot and curlers?
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18. Which Corrie actress is associated with a tea pot and curlers?Credit: Cover Images
19. True fans should know this Harry Potter and Love Actually actor
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19. True fans should know this Harry Potter and Love Actually actorCredit: Cover Images
20. Which singer does this lightning bolt remind you of?
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 20. Which singer does this lightning bolt remind you of?Credit: Cover Images

The answers:

1. Pete Burns

Pete Burns died after suffering a cardiac arrest in October
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Pete Burns died after suffering a cardiac arrest in OctoberCredit: PA:Press Association

2. Kenny Baker

Kenny Baker, who played R2-D2 in the Star Wars movies, died in August
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Kenny Baker, who played R2-D2 in the Star Wars movies, died in AugustCredit: Getty Images - WireImage

3. Arnold Palmer

Golfer Arnold Palmer died in September
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Golfer Arnold Palmer died in SeptemberCredit: Getty Images

4. Fidel Castro

Cuba's communist leader Fidel Castro died earlier this month
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Cuba's communist leader Fidel Castro died earlier this monthCredit: PA:Press Association

5. Andrew Sachs

Andrew Sachs passed away earlier this month. He had been living with dementia for several years
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Andrew Sachs passed away earlier this month. He had been living with dementia for several yearsCredit: PA:Press Association

6. Victoria Wood

7. Prince

Legendary singer Prince passed away in April
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Legendary singer Prince passed away in AprilCredit: Getty Images

8. Howard Marks

Howard Marks, author of Mr Nice, passed away in April
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Howard Marks, author of Mr Nice, passed away in AprilCredit: PA:Press Association Archive

9. George Martin

Sir George Henry Martin was a record producer and composer
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Sir George Henry Martin was a record producer and composerCredit: PA:Press Association Archive

10. Leonard Cohen

Hallelujah singer Leonard Cohen died in November
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Hallelujah singer Leonard Cohen died in NovemberCredit: PA:Press Association

11. Muhammad Ali

Boxer Muhammad Ali died in hospital, back in May
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Boxer Muhammad Ali died in hospital, back in MayCredit: Getty Images

12. Ronnie Corbett

Ronnie Corbett, of the two Ronnies, died in March
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Ronnie Corbett, of the two Ronnies, died in MarchCredit: Getty Images

13. Gene Wilder

Gene Wilder, of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, also died in 2016
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Gene Wilder, of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, also died in 2016Credit: Getty Images

14. Terry Wogan

Sir Terry Wogan died in January
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Sir Terry Wogan died in JanuaryCredit: Getty Images - WireImage

15. Caroline Aherne

Caroline Aherne, also known as acerbic chat show host Mrs Merton, died in July
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Caroline Aherne, also known as acerbic chat show host Mrs Merton, died in JulyCredit: PA:Press Association

16. Harper Lee

Harper Lee, who penned To Kill a Mockingbird, died in February
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Harper Lee, who penned To Kill a Mockingbird, died in FebruaryCredit: Getty Images

17. Paul Daniels

Magician Paul Daniels passed away in March
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Magician Paul Daniels passed away in MarchCredit: Getty Images

18. Jean Alexander

Jean Alexander played Hilda Ogden in Coronation Street
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Jean Alexander played Hilda Ogden in Coronation StreetCredit: Getty Images

19. Alan Rickman

Harry Potter and Love Actually actor Alan Rickman lost his cancer fight in January
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Harry Potter and Love Actually actor Alan Rickman lost his cancer fight in JanuaryCredit: Getty Images

20. David Bowie

How many did you get right?

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