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Vincent Pastore Dies: ‘The Sopranos’ Star Was 80
Vincent Pastore, beloved as Big Pussy on The Sopranos, dies at 80 in his Bronx home, sparking widespread tributes.
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Glen Hansard, Irish Musician and ‘Once’ Star Who Won Oscar for Best Song, Dies at 56
Glen Hansard, the Oscar-winning Irish musician and star of the film 'Once,' has died at age 56 following a motorcycle crash.
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Former Chargers LB Billy Ray Smith dies at 64
The NFL community is mourning the death of Billy Ray Smith Jr., a former linebacker and defensive stalwart who played his entire professional career in San Diego.
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Oliver Tree's Celebration of Life, Watch Live
Friends, family, and fans gather in Santa Cruz for the memorial service of singer Oliver Tree following a fatal helicopter crash.
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Rock and pop star who rose to fame in 1950s dead at 89: ‘Legend and true rocker’
Freddy Cannon, the rock and roll pioneer known for his 1950s hits including 'Palisades Park,' has died at age 89.
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Betye Saar, artist who shattered stereotypes of Black women, dies at 99
Renowned Black artist Betye Saar dies at 99, ending a career that reshaped visual resistance.
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Courtney Shah Dead: ‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Mourn 7-Time Winner
The Jeopardy! community is mourning the death of Courtney Shah, a seven-time champion and Tournament of Champions contestant who has died at age 52.
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Lou Koller, Frontman for Sick of It All, Has Died
Lou Koller, the frontman of the hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 following a battle with cancer.
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Former NFL guard Jordan Devey, 38, died by suicide, family says
Former NFL offensive lineman Jordan Devey has died at age 38, according to reports from his family.
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Fans heartbroken after beloved singer dies from cancer: ‘Our loss is Heaven’s gain’
Christian music circles and fans are mourning the death of influential songwriter Brian Doerksen, who has died at the age of 60.
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Ben Affleck, Casey Affleck’s Mom Chris Anne Affleck Dead at 83 After Cancer Battle
Chris Anne Affleck, mother of actors Ben and Casey Affleck, has died at age 83 following a battle with cancer.
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Chuck Russell Dies: Director Of ‘The Mask’ & ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors’ Was 74
Filmmaker Chuck Russell, known for directing iconic titles including 'The Mask' and 'A Nightmare on Elm Street 3', has died at age 74.
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Plas Johnson, Saxophonist Behind ‘The Pink Panther,’ Dies at 94
The music world marks the passing of Plas Johnson, the celebrated saxophonist globally recognized for his iconic solo on The Pink Panther theme.
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Freddy “Boom Boom” Cannon Dies: ‘Palisades Park’ & ‘Tallahassee Lassie’ Rock & Roller Was 89
Rock and roll pioneer Freddy 'Boom Boom' Cannon, known for hit tracks like 'Palisades Park' and 'Tallahassee Lassie,' has died at age 89.
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Jennifer Finch, L7 Bassist and Los Angeles Punk Figure, Dies at 59
The music world is mourning the loss of L7 bassist and indie-rock figure Jennifer Finch, who has died at age 59.
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Sylvia Bugg, PBS Programming Chief, Dies at 55
The media industry is mourning the loss of PBS programming chief Sylvia Bugg, who has died at the age of 55.
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Rudolph Marcus, Who Illuminated Electrochemical Processes, Dies at 102
Nobel laureate and longtime Caltech professor Rudolph Marcus has died at age 102, marking the end of a career defined by breakthroughs in chemistry.
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Freddy Cannon Dead: Early Rocker Who Sang 'Palisades Park' Was 89
The music industry mourns the loss of early rock and roll performer Freddy Cannon, known for iconic hits like 'Palisades Park'.
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Duane Ward, star reliever on Blue Jays' 1990s championship teams, dies at 62
Two-time World Series champion and Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Duane Ward has died at age 62.
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Sanford Health announces T. Denny has died
Business founder and philanthropist T. Denny Sanford, namesake of the Sanford Health system, has died at age 90.
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Beloved rocker dead at 59 following brain cancer battle: ‘We are devastated’
L7 bassist Jennifer Finch has died at age 59 following a battle with brain cancer.
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Hal Williams, ‘227’ Star and ‘Sanford and Son’ Regular, Dies at 91
Veteran actor Hal Williams, recognized for his long-standing roles on the sitcoms 227 and Sanford and Son, has died at the age of 91.
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Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker dies at 81
Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker, known for her roles in 'My Left Foot' and 'Home Alone 2,' has died at 81.
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Sam Neill’s Cancer Battle Left His Immune System ‘Compromised,’ Actor’s Ex Says: He Was ‘Pretty Sick for the Last Couple of Weeks’
The entertainment industry is mourning the death of actor Sam Neill, who died at age 78 following a period of compromised health.
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Scott Bryce, actor known for ‘As the World Turns,’ dies at 68
Actor Scott Bryce, best known for his long-running role on the soap opera As the World Turns, has died at age 68.
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Pat Oliphant, prizewinning giant of political cartooning, dies at 90
Pat Oliphant, the influential political cartoonist and Pulitzer Prize winner, has died at the age of 90.
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Former Wawa President & CEO Richard Wood Jr. dies
The man who redefined Wawa’s hoagie culture and corporate identity has passed away at 88
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Last American polio survivor in an iron lung dies at 78
The last American polio survivor dependent on an iron lung has died, marking the end of a medical era.
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Wai Ching Ho Dead: ‘Daredevil’ & ‘Hustlers’ Actress Was 82
Iconic Marvel actress Wai Ching Ho, known for *Daredevil* and *Iron Fist*, has died at 82, sparking tributes across entertainment media.
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Hours each day in an iron lung kept her breathing, her will to live kept her alive
The death of Martha Lillard at age 78 marks the end of an era as the last known American polio survivor dependent on an iron lung.
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‘Star Trek’ and ‘Twilight Zone’ actress dead at 93
Antoinette Bower, a prolific actress known for roles in iconic television franchises, has died at the age of 93.
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Bonnie Tyler obituary
Entertainment figures and global fans are mourning the death of singer Bonnie Tyler, best known for her chart-topping hit 'Total Eclipse of the Heart.'
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Randolph Mantooth, Firefighter-Paramedic Johnny Gage on ‘Emergency!,’ Dies at 80
Randolph Mantooth, the actor best known for his role as firefighter-paramedic Johnny Gage on the NBC series ‘Emergency!,’ has died at age 80.
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Phil Regan, ex-MLB pitcher and longtime coach, dies at age 89
Phil Regan, the former MLB All-Star pitcher and longtime coach known as 'The Vulture,' has died at age 89.
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Lauren Bennett, 'Party Rock Anthem' Singer, Dead at 37
The sudden death of singer Lauren Bennett, known for her work on 'Party Rock Anthem' and in the group G.R.L., is currently under formal investigation.
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George E. Johnson, Who Built a Black Hair-Care Empire, Dies at 99
George E. Johnson, the founder of Johnson Products Company and a trailblazing entrepreneur in the Black hair-care industry, has died at 99.
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Bonnie Tyler, singer of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart', dies at 75
Iconic 80s voice Bonnie Tyler, known for 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has passed away at 75
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Texas A&M ‘Wrecking Crew’ linebacker Keith Mitchell dead at 51
Former NFL linebacker and Texas A&M Hall of Famer Keith Mitchell has died at the age of 51.
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Taiwan’s leader pays tribute to Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee after his death
Taiwan's leadership has publicly honored the life of dissident Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, who has died at the age of 70.
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Former Pro Bowl linebacker dies at 51
Former NFL linebacker and Texas A&M standout Keith Mitchell has died at age 51.
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Rams All-Pro cornerback and punt returner LeRoy Irvin dies at 68
NFL community mourns the death of two-time All-Pro cornerback and former Rams standout LeRoy Irvin, who has died at age 68.
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Los Angeles medical examiner says former child actor Daveigh Chase died of AIDS
The death of former child actor Daveigh Chase has been confirmed by the Los Angeles medical examiner.
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Bruce Springsteen, Jennifer Hudson Pay Tribute at Clive Davis Funeral
Music industry icon Clive Davis is remembered following his death at age 94, with performances and tributes marking his long career.
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Michael Byrne, ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Braveheart’ Actor, Dies at 82
Iconic actor Michael Byrne, known for villainous roles in blockbusters, has died at 82.
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Daveigh Chase, Voice of Lilo in ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ Died of AIDS
The official cause of death for actress Daveigh Chase has been confirmed following a publicized health struggle.
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How formidable sitcom star Penelope Keith won the nation's hearts
British acting icon Dame Penelope Keith, best known for her role in the long-running sitcom The Good Life, has died at age 86.
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Ann Blyth, the Evil Daughter in ‘Mildred Pierce,’ Dies at 98
Hollywood mourns the loss of a Golden Age icon whose role as Joan Crawford’s vengeful daughter defined a classic film.
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Katsuya Uechi, master sushi chef behind LA's Katsuya restaurants, dies at 67
Legendary sushi chef Katsuya Uechi, creator of LA’s iconic spicy tuna dish, has died at 67
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Grammy winner slams Clive Davis after his death
Public discourse surrounding the death of music industry figure Clive Davis reveals a divide between memorial tributes and critical social media commentary.
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Wrestling Star Joe Doering Dead At 44
Professional wrestler Joe Doering has died at age 44 following a battle with cancer.
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Jill Smokler, Founder Of Scary Mommy, Has Died
Jill Smokler, the creator of the prominent parenting brand Scary Mommy, has died at age 48 following a two-year battle with brain cancer.
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Clive Davis, music titan behind Whitney Houston, dies at 94
Music industry mourns the loss of Clive Davis, the producer who shaped legends like Houston and Springsteen
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Alan Greenspan, US Fed 'maestro' through years of boom and bust, dies at 100
Legendary Fed chairman Alan Greenspan, architect of US monetary policy for decades, dies at 100