Terrence Kennedy, 63, was a born and raised New Orleanian. His sister told reporters he was a kind man with a big heart who loved watching football, especially the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Drew Dauphin graduated from Auburn University in 2023, and, according to his LinkedIn page, worked at Honda Motor Company. In a statement, Auburn University President Christopher Roberts said of the 26-year-old alum: "Words cannot convey the sorrow the Auburn family feels for Drew's family."
Kareem Badawi had just finished his first semester at the University of Alabama. His father told reporters his son spent all his life loving people and socializing with friends. He was only 18.
Also 18, Nikyra Dedeaux, who had her whole life ahead of her, according to her great aunt. She dreamed of becoming a nurse, like her mother, who hadn't wanted her to go to New Orleans. Dedeaux was from Mississippi.
Elliot Wilkinson was 40 years old and living on the streets at the time of his death. His older brother Cecil told reporters Elliot had a history of mental illness. He said on Facebook: "You will be truly missed. I know life was hard for you at times."
Reggie Hunter headed to Bourbon Street straight after work. His cousin said he loved fashion and always matched. The 37-year-old was also a father of two.
Twenty-one-year-old Hubert Gauthreaux was from a nearby town and was a huge Chicago White Sox fan. In a Facebook post, his sister Brooke said: "You deserve so much better than this. I don't know how I'm supposed to go on without you."
Edward Pettifer was from London and had ties to the British royal family. His stepmother was Prince William and Prince Harry's nanny. In a statement, the elder prince said: "Catherine and I have been shocked and saddened by the tragic death of Ed Pettifer." He was 31.
LaTasha Polk, 47, lived in New Orleans. The nursing assistant had a 14-year-old son. Her aunt said: "She wouldn't want us to be sad, but, at the same time, we can't help but be selfish and want her back."
Twenty-five-year-old Matthew Tenedorio was a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend who worked at the Superdome as an audio-visual technician. His father, Louis, urged him not to go out on New Year's.
Louis Tenedorio, Father of Matthew Tenedorio: I think, as time goes by, I will see something that reminds me of him and I will break down. I know that's going to happen probably for the rest of my life.