New Photo - Donyelle Jones, 'So You Think You Can Dance' alum, dies after cancer battle

Donyelle Jones, 'So You Think You Can Dance' alum, dies after cancer battle Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAYDecember 4, 2025 at 12:44 AM 0 Donyelle Jones from "So You Think You Can Dance" arrives at the 8th Annual Teen Choice Awards at the Gibson Amphitheatre on Aug. 20, 2006, in Universal City, California. "So You Think You Can Dance" alum Donyelle Wilson has died after a lengthy battle with breast cancer. She was 46. Wilson's loved ones announced the news on her Instagram page, where she had been documenting her 10year cancer battle. "A wife. A daughter. A sister. A friend.

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Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAYDecember 4, 2025 at 12:44 AM

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Donyelle Jones from "So You Think You Can Dance" arrives at the 8th Annual Teen Choice Awards at the Gibson Amphitheatre on Aug. 20, 2006, in Universal City, California.

"So You Think You Can Dance" alum Donyelle Wilson has died after a lengthy battle with breast cancer. She was 46.

Wilson's loved ones announced the news on her Instagram page, where she had been documenting her 10-year cancer battle.

"A wife. A daughter. A sister. A friend. And a warrior who kicked cancer's ass every single day she was here," her family posted on Tuesday, Dec. 2. "Her spirit never dimmed. Her heart never hardened. And even in the storm, she never lost her smile."

Wilson performed as Donyelle Jones on "So You Think You Can Dance" Season 2, placing third behind winner Benji Schwimmer and runner-up Travis Wall.

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She also appeared as a dancer in the Ryan Reynolds film "Sprited" and the music video for Missy Elliott's "Pass That Dutch," according to IMDb.

Actress Yvette Nicole Brown reacted to the announcement, "She was and IS the best of us. One of one. We love you @donyelledenise8! Thank you for showing us how to live and fight and love! We will see you on the other side. I will be the one dancing towards you. Me and my two left feet."

"I am thankful for his family, friends, fellow artists and coworkers who have shared his journey with him," the family wrote in a statement shared on Instagram. "To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career. He really appreciated each and every fan for their love." The Grammy-winning artist, born James Chambers, was also known for songs like "Wonderful World, Beautiful People" and "You Can Get It If You Really Want," and for starring in the 1972 movie "The Harder They Come."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Jimmy Cliff, the iconic reggae musician known for hit songs like "I Can See Clearly Now," died at 81, his family confirmed on Nov. 24. The cause was a seizure and pneumonia."I am thankful for his family, friends, fellow artists and coworkers who have shared his journey with him," the family wrote in a statement shared on Instagram. "To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career. He really appreciated each and every fan for their love." The Grammy-winning artist, born James Chambers, was also known for songs like "Wonderful World, Beautiful People" and "You Can Get It If You Really Want," and for starring in the 1972 movie "The Harder They Come."

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Jimmy Cliff, the iconic reggae musician known for hit songs like "I Can See Clearly Now," died at 81, his family confirmed on Nov. 24. The cause was a seizure and pneumonia."I am thankful for his family, friends, fellow artists and coworkers who have shared his journey with him," the family wrote in a statement shared on Instagram. "To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career. He really appreciated each and every fan for their love." The Grammy-winning artist, born James Chambers, was also known for songs like "Wonderful World, Beautiful People" and "You Can Get It If You Really Want," and for starring in the 1972 movie "The Harder They Come."

">Jimmy Cliff, the iconic reggae musician known for hit songs like "I Can See Clearly Now," died at 81, his family confirmed on Nov. 24. The cause was a seizure and pneumonia."I am thankful for his family, friends, fellow artists and coworkers who have shared his journey with him," the family wrote in a statement shared on Instagram. "To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career. He really appreciated each and every fan for their love." The Grammy-winning artist, born James Chambers, was also known for songs like "Wonderful World, Beautiful People" and "You Can Get It If You Really Want," and for starring in the 1972 movie "The Harder They Come."

" src=https://ift.tt/Evo5QXu class=caas-img>Jim Avila, a former senior news correspondent for ABC News, died following a "long illness," ABC News announced on Nov. 13. He was 69. Additional details on Avila's condition were not disclosed.Avila covered politics, crime and immigration for the network, including a four-year stint covering the White House from 2012-2016. "We thank him for his many contributions and unwavering commitment to seeking out the truth," ABC News President Almin Karamehmedovic said in a statement.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>TV journalist Jim Avila, a former senior news correspondent for ABC News, died following a "long illness," ABC News announced on Nov. 13. He was 69. Additional details on Avila's condition were not disclosed.Avila covered politics, crime and immigration for the network, including a four-year stint covering the White House from 2012-2016. "We thank him for his many contributions and unwavering commitment to seeking out the truth," ABC News President Almin Karamehmedovic said in a statement.

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TV journalist Jim Avila, a former senior news correspondent for ABC News, died following a "long illness," ABC News announced on Nov. 13. He was 69. Additional details on Avila's condition were not disclosed.Avila covered politics, crime and immigration for the network, including a four-year stint covering the White House from 2012-2016. "We thank him for his many contributions and unwavering commitment to seeking out the truth," ABC News President Almin Karamehmedovic said in a statement.

">TV journalist Jim Avila, a former senior news correspondent for ABC News, died following a "long illness," ABC News announced on Nov. 13. He was 69. Additional details on Avila's condition were not disclosed.Avila covered politics, crime and immigration for the network, including a four-year stint covering the White House from 2012-2016. "We thank him for his many contributions and unwavering commitment to seeking out the truth," ABC News President Almin Karamehmedovic said in a statement.

" src=https://ift.tt/pJqdQEW class=caas-img>Diane Ladd, the prolific actress who turned Oscar-nominated roles in "Wild at Heart" and "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore" and who was the mother of Laura Dern, died on Nov. 3. She was 89. Dern shared news of her mom's death in a statement provided to The Hollywood Reporter. "She was the greatest daughter, mother, grandmother, actress, artist and empathetic spirit that only dreams could have seemingly created."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Diane Ladd, the prolific actress who turned Oscar-nominated roles in "Wild at Heart" and "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore" and who was the mother of Laura Dern, died on Nov. 3. She was 89. Dern shared news of her mom's death in a statement provided to The Hollywood Reporter. "She was the greatest daughter, mother, grandmother, actress, artist and empathetic spirit that only dreams could have seemingly created."

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Diane Ladd, the prolific actress who turned Oscar-nominated roles in "Wild at Heart" and "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore" and who was the mother of Laura Dern, died on Nov. 3. She was 89. Dern shared news of her mom's death in a statement provided to The Hollywood Reporter. "She was the greatest daughter, mother, grandmother, actress, artist and empathetic spirit that only dreams could have seemingly created."

">Diane Ladd, the prolific actress who turned Oscar-nominated roles in "Wild at Heart" and "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore" and who was the mother of Laura Dern, died on Nov. 3. She was 89. Dern shared news of her mom's death in a statement provided to The Hollywood Reporter. "She was the greatest daughter, mother, grandmother, actress, artist and empathetic spirit that only dreams could have seemingly created."

" src=https://ift.tt/4O90eM6 class=caas-img>has died at 59. Kimmel shared the news about his childhood friend on social media on Tuesday, Nov. 11.Escobedo, primarily a saxophonist, formed his band with Toshi Yanagi, Jimmy Earl, Jonathan Dresel and Jeff Babko. Escobedo's father, Cleto Escobedo Jr., also plays saxophone for the group. The musicians have been with the late-night ABC show since its 2003 debut.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Cleto Escobedo III, the bandleader for the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" in-house band Cleto and the Cletones, has died at 59. Kimmel shared the news about his childhood friend on social media on Tuesday, Nov. 11.Escobedo, primarily a saxophonist, formed his band with Toshi Yanagi, Jimmy Earl, Jonathan Dresel and Jeff Babko. Escobedo's father, Cleto Escobedo Jr., also plays saxophone for the group. The musicians have been with the late-night ABC show since its 2003 debut.

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Cleto Escobedo III, the bandleader for the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" in-house band Cleto and the Cletones, has died at 59. Kimmel shared the news about his childhood friend on social media on Tuesday, Nov. 11.Escobedo, primarily a saxophonist, formed his band with Toshi Yanagi, Jimmy Earl, Jonathan Dresel and Jeff Babko. Escobedo's father, Cleto Escobedo Jr., also plays saxophone for the group. The musicians have been with the late-night ABC show since its 2003 debut.

">Cleto Escobedo III, the bandleader for the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" in-house band Cleto and the Cletones, has died at 59. Kimmel shared the news about his childhood friend on social media on Tuesday, Nov. 11.Escobedo, primarily a saxophonist, formed his band with Toshi Yanagi, Jimmy Earl, Jonathan Dresel and Jeff Babko. Escobedo's father, Cleto Escobedo Jr., also plays saxophone for the group. The musicians have been with the late-night ABC show since its 2003 debut.

" src=https://ift.tt/KGjuq0b class=caas-img>has died at 85. A Nov. 6 statement from her family, obtained by USA TODAY, announced the actress had died "peacefully" in her London care home. She had battled Parkinson's disease for several years.Acting while earning money as a teacher in London, Collins had a prolific career acting in U.K. TV shows beginning in the early 1960s. Among her notable roles was playing Samantha Briggs on Season 4 of "Doctor Who" in 1967; several years later, she found her breakout role as maid Sarah Moffa in the ITV series "Upstairs, Downstairs."Her road to Hollywood acclaim began in 1988, when she stepped on to the stage in London's West End as the unhappy Liverpool housewife Shirley Valentine. With a Laurence Olivier Award under her belt, she brought the role in Willy Russell's one-woman play to Broadway, ultimately winning a Tony Award.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>"Shirley Valentine" star Pauline Collins, who earned Oscar and Golden Globe nominations for her role, has died at 85. A Nov. 6 statement from her family, obtained by USA TODAY, announced the actress had died "peacefully" in her London care home. She had battled Parkinson's disease for several years.Acting while earning money as a teacher in London, Collins had a prolific career acting in U.K. TV shows beginning in the early 1960s. Among her notable roles was playing Samantha Briggs on Season 4 of "Doctor Who" in 1967; several years later, she found her breakout role as maid Sarah Moffa in the ITV series "Upstairs, Downstairs."Her road to Hollywood acclaim began in 1988, when she stepped on to the stage in London's West End as the unhappy Liverpool housewife Shirley Valentine. With a Laurence Olivier Award under her belt, she brought the role in Willy Russell's one-woman play to Broadway, ultimately winning a Tony Award.

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"Shirley Valentine" star Pauline Collins, who earned Oscar and Golden Globe nominations for her role, has died at 85. A Nov. 6 statement from her family, obtained by USA TODAY, announced the actress had died "peacefully" in her London care home. She had battled Parkinson's disease for several years.Acting while earning money as a teacher in London, Collins had a prolific career acting in U.K. TV shows beginning in the early 1960s. Among her notable roles was playing Samantha Briggs on Season 4 of "Doctor Who" in 1967; several years later, she found her breakout role as maid Sarah Moffa in the ITV series "Upstairs, Downstairs."Her road to Hollywood acclaim began in 1988, when she stepped on to the stage in London's West End as the unhappy Liverpool housewife Shirley Valentine. With a Laurence Olivier Award under her belt, she brought the role in Willy Russell's one-woman play to Broadway, ultimately winning a Tony Award.

">"Shirley Valentine" star Pauline Collins, who earned Oscar and Golden Globe nominations for her role, has died at 85. A Nov. 6 statement from her family, obtained by USA TODAY, announced the actress had died "peacefully" in her London care home. She had battled Parkinson's disease for several years.Acting while earning money as a teacher in London, Collins had a prolific career acting in U.K. TV shows beginning in the early 1960s. Among her notable roles was playing Samantha Briggs on Season 4 of "Doctor Who" in 1967; several years later, she found her breakout role as maid Sarah Moffa in the ITV series "Upstairs, Downstairs."Her road to Hollywood acclaim began in 1988, when she stepped on to the stage in London's West End as the unhappy Liverpool housewife Shirley Valentine. With a Laurence Olivier Award under her belt, she brought the role in Willy Russell's one-woman play to Broadway, ultimately winning a Tony Award.

" src=https://ift.tt/cKJZhLv class=caas-img>Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, the only woman to have graced The Grateful Dead's lineup, died Nov. 2 at 78 after a lengthy cancer battle, according to Rolling Stone and People magazine. The Alabama native sang with the revolutionary band alongside her first husband, Keith Godchaux, from 1972 to 1979. Both went on to perform with founder Jerry Garcia's Jerry Garcia Band from 1976 to 1978, while Garcia performed with the couple as a member of the Keith and Donna Band. She also sang backing vocals on tracks by Elvis Presley, Percy Sledge, Cher and Neil Diamond.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, the only woman to have graced The Grateful Dead's lineup, died Nov. 2 at 78 after a lengthy cancer battle, according to Rolling Stone and People magazine. The Alabama native sang with the revolutionary band alongside her first husband, Keith Godchaux, from 1972 to 1979. Both went on to perform with founder Jerry Garcia's Jerry Garcia Band from 1976 to 1978, while Garcia performed with the couple as a member of the Keith and Donna Band. She also sang backing vocals on tracks by Elvis Presley, Percy Sledge, Cher and Neil Diamond.

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Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, the only woman to have graced The Grateful Dead's lineup, died Nov. 2 at 78 after a lengthy cancer battle, according to Rolling Stone and People magazine. The Alabama native sang with the revolutionary band alongside her first husband, Keith Godchaux, from 1972 to 1979. Both went on to perform with founder Jerry Garcia's Jerry Garcia Band from 1976 to 1978, while Garcia performed with the couple as a member of the Keith and Donna Band. She also sang backing vocals on tracks by Elvis Presley, Percy Sledge, Cher and Neil Diamond.

">Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, the only woman to have graced The Grateful Dead's lineup, died Nov. 2 at 78 after a lengthy cancer battle, according to Rolling Stone and People magazine. The Alabama native sang with the revolutionary band alongside her first husband, Keith Godchaux, from 1972 to 1979. Both went on to perform with founder Jerry Garcia's Jerry Garcia Band from 1976 to 1978, while Garcia performed with the couple as a member of the Keith and Donna Band. She also sang backing vocals on tracks by Elvis Presley, Percy Sledge, Cher and Neil Diamond.

" src=https://ift.tt/uOxG8No class=caas-img>official Instagram page. He was 83. DeJohnette reportedly died of congestive heart failure, his wife and manager Lydia DeJohnette told NPR.DeJohnette, who played drums and piano as well as composed, performed with the likes of Alice Coltrane, Freddie Hubbard, Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock. "Jack was a NEA Jazz Master," DeJohnette's death announcement stated. "His legacy will live on."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Grammy-winning jazz musician Jack DeJohnette "died peacefully" on Oct. 26 at Kingston Hospital in New York, according to an announcement shared on DeJohnette's official Instagram page. He was 83. DeJohnette reportedly died of congestive heart failure, his wife and manager Lydia DeJohnette told NPR.DeJohnette, who played drums and piano as well as composed, performed with the likes of Alice Coltrane, Freddie Hubbard, Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock. "Jack was a NEA Jazz Master," DeJohnette's death announcement stated. "His legacy will live on."

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Grammy-winning jazz musician Jack DeJohnette "died peacefully" on Oct. 26 at Kingston Hospital in New York, according to an announcement shared on DeJohnette's official Instagram page. He was 83. DeJohnette reportedly died of congestive heart failure, his wife and manager Lydia DeJohnette told NPR.DeJohnette, who played drums and piano as well as composed, performed with the likes of Alice Coltrane, Freddie Hubbard, Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock. "Jack was a NEA Jazz Master," DeJohnette's death announcement stated. "His legacy will live on."

">Grammy-winning jazz musician Jack DeJohnette "died peacefully" on Oct. 26 at Kingston Hospital in New York, according to an announcement shared on DeJohnette's official Instagram page. He was 83. DeJohnette reportedly died of congestive heart failure, his wife and manager Lydia DeJohnette told NPR.DeJohnette, who played drums and piano as well as composed, performed with the likes of Alice Coltrane, Freddie Hubbard, Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock. "Jack was a NEA Jazz Master," DeJohnette's death announcement stated. "His legacy will live on."

" src=https://ift.tt/2X43Ysa class=caas-img>June Lockhart, famous for her roles as Maureen Robinson in "Lost in Space" and Ruth Martin in "Lassie," died Oct. 23. She was 100 and her family attributed her death to natural causes.Lockhart won a Tony Award as best newcomer for her Broadway debut in 1947's "For Love or Money" and launched her Hollywood career with early parts in "Sergeant York" and "Meet Me in St. Louis." On TV, she had recurring roles in "Petticoat Junction," "General Hospital" and "Beverly Hills 90210," and even lent her voice to Nickelodeon's "The Ren & Stimpy Show."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Hollywood mom June Lockhart, famous for her roles as Maureen Robinson in "Lost in Space" and Ruth Martin in "Lassie," died Oct. 23. She was 100 and her family attributed her death to natural causes.Lockhart won a Tony Award as best newcomer for her Broadway debut in 1947's "For Love or Money" and launched her Hollywood career with early parts in "Sergeant York" and "Meet Me in St. Louis." On TV, she had recurring roles in "Petticoat Junction," "General Hospital" and "Beverly Hills 90210," and even lent her voice to Nickelodeon's "The Ren & Stimpy Show."

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Hollywood mom June Lockhart, famous for her roles as Maureen Robinson in "Lost in Space" and Ruth Martin in "Lassie," died Oct. 23. She was 100 and her family attributed her death to natural causes.Lockhart won a Tony Award as best newcomer for her Broadway debut in 1947's "For Love or Money" and launched her Hollywood career with early parts in "Sergeant York" and "Meet Me in St. Louis." On TV, she had recurring roles in "Petticoat Junction," "General Hospital" and "Beverly Hills 90210," and even lent her voice to Nickelodeon's "The Ren & Stimpy Show."

">Hollywood mom June Lockhart, famous for her roles as Maureen Robinson in "Lost in Space" and Ruth Martin in "Lassie," died Oct. 23. She was 100 and her family attributed her death to natural causes.Lockhart won a Tony Award as best newcomer for her Broadway debut in 1947's "For Love or Money" and launched her Hollywood career with early parts in "Sergeant York" and "Meet Me in St. Louis." On TV, she had recurring roles in "Petticoat Junction," "General Hospital" and "Beverly Hills 90210," and even lent her voice to Nickelodeon's "The Ren & Stimpy Show."

" src=https://ift.tt/D0db1yq class=caas-img>died Oct. 16 after reportedly being on life support following a fall at his home. He was 74.The rocker's family said in a statement to USA TODAY that the musician died peacefully while surrounded by his family in Morristown, New Jersey. A week before his death, on Oct. 7, Frehley canceled his remaining tour dates for 2025, citing "ongoing medical issues." The announcement came shortly after he was hospitalized for what was characterized as a "minor fall" in his studio.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and legendary "Spaceman" of KISS, died Oct. 16 after reportedly being on life support following a fall at his home. He was 74.The rocker's family said in a statement to USA TODAY that the musician died peacefully while surrounded by his family in Morristown, New Jersey. A week before his death, on Oct. 7, Frehley canceled his remaining tour dates for 2025, citing "ongoing medical issues." The announcement came shortly after he was hospitalized for what was characterized as a "minor fall" in his studio.

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Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and legendary "Spaceman" of KISS, died Oct. 16 after reportedly being on life support following a fall at his home. He was 74.The rocker's family said in a statement to USA TODAY that the musician died peacefully while surrounded by his family in Morristown, New Jersey. A week before his death, on Oct. 7, Frehley canceled his remaining tour dates for 2025, citing "ongoing medical issues." The announcement came shortly after he was hospitalized for what was characterized as a "minor fall" in his studio.

">Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and legendary "Spaceman" of KISS, died Oct. 16 after reportedly being on life support following a fall at his home. He was 74.The rocker's family said in a statement to USA TODAY that the musician died peacefully while surrounded by his family in Morristown, New Jersey. A week before his death, on Oct. 7, Frehley canceled his remaining tour dates for 2025, citing "ongoing medical issues." The announcement came shortly after he was hospitalized for what was characterized as a "minor fall" in his studio.

" src=https://ift.tt/hEP1pme class=caas-img>died at 48, the band's official Instagram account announced Oct. 18.The statement, signed by Limp Bizkit's Fred Durst, Wes Borland, John Otto and DJ Lethal, remembered Rivers as "our brother," "our bandmate" and "our heartbeat." They wrote, "Sam Rivers wasn't just our bass player − he was pure magic."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Bassist Sam Rivers, a founding member of Limp Bizkit, died at 48, the band's official Instagram account announced Oct. 18.The statement, signed by Limp Bizkit's Fred Durst, Wes Borland, John Otto and DJ Lethal, remembered Rivers as "our brother," "our bandmate" and "our heartbeat." They wrote, "Sam Rivers wasn't just our bass player − he was pure magic."

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Bassist Sam Rivers, a founding member of Limp Bizkit, died at 48, the band's official Instagram account announced Oct. 18.The statement, signed by Limp Bizkit's Fred Durst, Wes Borland, John Otto and DJ Lethal, remembered Rivers as "our brother," "our bandmate" and "our heartbeat." They wrote, "Sam Rivers wasn't just our bass player − he was pure magic."

">Bassist Sam Rivers, a founding member of Limp Bizkit, died at 48, the band's official Instagram account announced Oct. 18.The statement, signed by Limp Bizkit's Fred Durst, Wes Borland, John Otto and DJ Lethal, remembered Rivers as "our brother," "our bandmate" and "our heartbeat." They wrote, "Sam Rivers wasn't just our bass player − he was pure magic."

" src=https://ift.tt/uk5bI7F class=caas-img>D'Angelo, announced his death on Oct. 14. He was 51.According to his family, D'Angelo's cause of death was due to cancer. "We are saddened that he can only leave dear memories with his family, but we are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind," the family said in a statement. "We ask that you respect our privacy during this difficult time but invite you all join us in mourning his passing while also celebrating the gift of song that he has left for the world."Born Michael Eugene Archer, D'Angelo epitomized the neo-soul movement of the mid-'90s, coproducing the hit 1994 single "U Will Know" and releasing his debut solo album, "Brown Sugar," in 1995. He won four Grammy Awards for his work on his second and third albums, "Voodoo" and "Black Messiah." The latter, released in 2014, marked his final album.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>The family of Grammy-winning R&B singer, D'Angelo, announced his death on Oct. 14. He was 51.According to his family, D'Angelo's cause of death was due to cancer. "We are saddened that he can only leave dear memories with his family, but we are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind," the family said in a statement. "We ask that you respect our privacy during this difficult time but invite you all join us in mourning his passing while also celebrating the gift of song that he has left for the world."Born Michael Eugene Archer, D'Angelo epitomized the neo-soul movement of the mid-'90s, coproducing the hit 1994 single "U Will Know" and releasing his debut solo album, "Brown Sugar," in 1995. He won four Grammy Awards for his work on his second and third albums, "Voodoo" and "Black Messiah." The latter, released in 2014, marked his final album.

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The family of Grammy-winning R&B singer, D'Angelo, announced his death on Oct. 14. He was 51.According to his family, D'Angelo's cause of death was due to cancer. "We are saddened that he can only leave dear memories with his family, but we are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind," the family said in a statement. "We ask that you respect our privacy during this difficult time but invite you all join us in mourning his passing while also celebrating the gift of song that he has left for the world."Born Michael Eugene Archer, D'Angelo epitomized the neo-soul movement of the mid-'90s, coproducing the hit 1994 single "U Will Know" and releasing his debut solo album, "Brown Sugar," in 1995. He won four Grammy Awards for his work on his second and third albums, "Voodoo" and "Black Messiah." The latter, released in 2014, marked his final album.

">The family of Grammy-winning R&B singer, D'Angelo, announced his death on Oct. 14. He was 51.According to his family, D'Angelo's cause of death was due to cancer. "We are saddened that he can only leave dear memories with his family, but we are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind," the family said in a statement. "We ask that you respect our privacy during this difficult time but invite you all join us in mourning his passing while also celebrating the gift of song that he has left for the world."Born Michael Eugene Archer, D'Angelo epitomized the neo-soul movement of the mid-'90s, coproducing the hit 1994 single "U Will Know" and releasing his debut solo album, "Brown Sugar," in 1995. He won four Grammy Awards for his work on his second and third albums, "Voodoo" and "Black Messiah." The latter, released in 2014, marked his final album.

" src=https://ift.tt/G1mjei7 class=caas-img>Drew Struzan, who designed many of the most iconic movie posters of all time for films like "Back to the Future" and "Star Wars," died on Oct. 13, his family confirmed. He was 78. Struzan had been suffering from Alzheimer's disease for several years, according to his wife."The disease, this particular disease, took the wind out of him," his family said in a statement. "He could no longer speak his language out loud. We respected the tenacity, his ability to hold on to the fire within that continued to rage."

Struzan created posters for a long list of blockbuster movies, including installments in the "Indiana Jones," "Star Wars" and "Harry Potter" franchises.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Artist Drew Struzan, who designed many of the most iconic movie posters of all time for films like "Back to the Future" and "Star Wars," died on Oct. 13, his family confirmed. He was 78. Struzan had been suffering from Alzheimer's disease for several years, according to his wife."The disease, this particular disease, took the wind out of him," his family said in a statement. "He could no longer speak his language out loud. We respected the tenacity, his ability to hold on to the fire within that continued to rage."

Struzan created posters for a long list of blockbuster movies, including installments in the "Indiana Jones," "Star Wars" and "Harry Potter" franchises.

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Artist Drew Struzan, who designed many of the most iconic movie posters of all time for films like "Back to the Future" and "Star Wars," died on Oct. 13, his family confirmed. He was 78. Struzan had been suffering from Alzheimer's disease for several years, according to his wife."The disease, this particular disease, took the wind out of him," his family said in a statement. "He could no longer speak his language out loud. We respected the tenacity, his ability to hold on to the fire within that continued to rage."

Struzan created posters for a long list of blockbuster movies, including installments in the "Indiana Jones," "Star Wars" and "Harry Potter" franchises.

">Artist Drew Struzan, who designed many of the most iconic movie posters of all time for films like "Back to the Future" and "Star Wars," died on Oct. 13, his family confirmed. He was 78. Struzan had been suffering from Alzheimer's disease for several years, according to his wife."The disease, this particular disease, took the wind out of him," his family said in a statement. "He could no longer speak his language out loud. We respected the tenacity, his ability to hold on to the fire within that continued to rage."

Struzan created posters for a long list of blockbuster movies, including installments in the "Indiana Jones," "Star Wars" and "Harry Potter" franchises.

" src=https://ift.tt/8TpNaPM class=caas-img>Diane Keaton died Oct. 11, at the age of 79, according to People.

The Oscar-winning actress found success in the 1970s following her breakthrough role as Kay Adams-Corleone in "The Godfather" franchise.

Her prestigious career continued with roles in "The First Wives Club," "Something's Gotta Give" and "Annie Hall," which landed her an Academy Award in the best actress category.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Diane Keaton died Oct. 11, at the age of 79, according to People.

The Oscar-winning actress found success in the 1970s following her breakthrough role as Kay Adams-Corleone in "The Godfather" franchise.

Her prestigious career continued with roles in "The First Wives Club," "Something's Gotta Give" and "Annie Hall," which landed her an Academy Award in the best actress category.

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Diane Keaton died Oct. 11, at the age of 79, according to People.

The Oscar-winning actress found success in the 1970s following her breakthrough role as Kay Adams-Corleone in "The Godfather" franchise.

Her prestigious career continued with roles in "The First Wives Club," "Something's Gotta Give" and "Annie Hall," which landed her an Academy Award in the best actress category.

">Diane Keaton died Oct. 11, at the age of 79, according to People.

The Oscar-winning actress found success in the 1970s following her breakthrough role as Kay Adams-Corleone in "The Godfather" franchise.

Her prestigious career continued with roles in "The First Wives Club," "Something's Gotta Give" and "Annie Hall," which landed her an Academy Award in the best actress category.

" src=https://ift.tt/SWufPBc class=caas-img>died at 67.Singer Afida Turner, his late half-brother Ronnie Turner's wife, shared the news in an Oct. 5 Instagram post. "Rest in peace Ike Jr.," she wrote in the caption, adding that he "was (an) amazing brother in law" and that she's "glad" to have spoken with him over the phone before his death. His cousin Jacqueline Bullock, who is Tina Turner's niece, confirmed his passing to TMZ and Page Six on Oct. 5.In 2007, Ike Turner Jr. shared a Grammy win in the best traditional blues album category with his father for what ended up being Ike Turner's final studio album, "Risin' With The Blues."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Grammy-winning music producer Ike Turner Jr. (right), son of musicians Ike Turner (left) and Tina Turner, died at 67.Singer Afida Turner, his late half-brother Ronnie Turner's wife, shared the news in an Oct. 5 Instagram post. "Rest in peace Ike Jr.," she wrote in the caption, adding that he "was (an) amazing brother in law" and that she's "glad" to have spoken with him over the phone before his death. His cousin Jacqueline Bullock, who is Tina Turner's niece, confirmed his passing to TMZ and Page Six on Oct. 5.In 2007, Ike Turner Jr. shared a Grammy win in the best traditional blues album category with his father for what ended up being Ike Turner's final studio album, "Risin' With The Blues."

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Grammy-winning music producer Ike Turner Jr. (right), son of musicians Ike Turner (left) and Tina Turner, died at 67.Singer Afida Turner, his late half-brother Ronnie Turner's wife, shared the news in an Oct. 5 Instagram post. "Rest in peace Ike Jr.," she wrote in the caption, adding that he "was (an) amazing brother in law" and that she's "glad" to have spoken with him over the phone before his death. His cousin Jacqueline Bullock, who is Tina Turner's niece, confirmed his passing to TMZ and Page Six on Oct. 5.In 2007, Ike Turner Jr. shared a Grammy win in the best traditional blues album category with his father for what ended up being Ike Turner's final studio album, "Risin' With The Blues."

">Grammy-winning music producer Ike Turner Jr. (right), son of musicians Ike Turner (left) and Tina Turner, died at 67.Singer Afida Turner, his late half-brother Ronnie Turner's wife, shared the news in an Oct. 5 Instagram post. "Rest in peace Ike Jr.," she wrote in the caption, adding that he "was (an) amazing brother in law" and that she's "glad" to have spoken with him over the phone before his death. His cousin Jacqueline Bullock, who is Tina Turner's niece, confirmed his passing to TMZ and Page Six on Oct. 5.In 2007, Ike Turner Jr. shared a Grammy win in the best traditional blues album category with his father for what ended up being Ike Turner's final studio album, "Risin' With The Blues."

" src=https://ift.tt/S7yU0AL class=caas-img>Kimberly Hébert Gregory, an actress known for her TV roles including Belinda Brown on "Vice Principals" and Yvette on "Kevin (Probably) Saves the World," died Oct. 3, ex-husband Chester Gregory confirmed on his verified Instagram account. She was 52 and no cause of death was given. Her many guest appearances included "Gossip Girl," "The Big Bang Theory" and "Grey's Anatomy," and she had roles in the films "I Think I Love My Wife" and "Five Feet Apart." She also founded the Black Rebirth Collective, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Black women artists. Her former husband paid tribute to her as "brilliance embodied" and her costar Walton Goggins remembered her as "one of the best" who "made me laugh like no other."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Kimberly Hébert Gregory, an actress known for her TV roles including Belinda Brown on "Vice Principals" and Yvette on "Kevin (Probably) Saves the World," died Oct. 3, ex-husband Chester Gregory confirmed on his verified Instagram account. She was 52 and no cause of death was given. Her many guest appearances included "Gossip Girl," "The Big Bang Theory" and "Grey's Anatomy," and she had roles in the films "I Think I Love My Wife" and "Five Feet Apart." She also founded the Black Rebirth Collective, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Black women artists. Her former husband paid tribute to her as "brilliance embodied" and her costar Walton Goggins remembered her as "one of the best" who "made me laugh like no other."

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Kimberly Hébert Gregory, an actress known for her TV roles including Belinda Brown on "Vice Principals" and Yvette on "Kevin (Probably) Saves the World," died Oct. 3, ex-husband Chester Gregory confirmed on his verified Instagram account. She was 52 and no cause of death was given. Her many guest appearances included "Gossip Girl," "The Big Bang Theory" and "Grey's Anatomy," and she had roles in the films "I Think I Love My Wife" and "Five Feet Apart." She also founded the Black Rebirth Collective, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Black women artists. Her former husband paid tribute to her as "brilliance embodied" and her costar Walton Goggins remembered her as "one of the best" who "made me laugh like no other."

">Kimberly Hébert Gregory, an actress known for her TV roles including Belinda Brown on "Vice Principals" and Yvette on "Kevin (Probably) Saves the World," died Oct. 3, ex-husband Chester Gregory confirmed on his verified Instagram account. She was 52 and no cause of death was given. Her many guest appearances included "Gossip Girl," "The Big Bang Theory" and "Grey's Anatomy," and she had roles in the films "I Think I Love My Wife" and "Five Feet Apart." She also founded the Black Rebirth Collective, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Black women artists. Her former husband paid tribute to her as "brilliance embodied" and her costar Walton Goggins remembered her as "one of the best" who "made me laugh like no other."

" src=https://ift.tt/IrTZHDR class=caas-img>Claudia Cardinale, the Italian movie star known for the films "Once Upon a Time in the West" and "The Pink Panther," died on Sept. 23 at the age of 87, the actress's agent Laurent Savry confirmed to USA TODAY. A cause of death was not shared.Although Cardinale had become a household name in Italian cinema in the late 1950s and 1960s, it was her roles as Princess Dala in the touchstone comedy "The Pink Panther" and Jill McBain in the spaghetti Western "Once Upon a Time in the West" that launched the actress into the American zeitgeist.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Claudia Cardinale, the Italian movie star known for the films "Once Upon a Time in the West" and "The Pink Panther," died on Sept. 23 at the age of 87, the actress's agent Laurent Savry confirmed to USA TODAY. A cause of death was not shared.Although Cardinale had become a household name in Italian cinema in the late 1950s and 1960s, it was her roles as Princess Dala in the touchstone comedy "The Pink Panther" and Jill McBain in the spaghetti Western "Once Upon a Time in the West" that launched the actress into the American zeitgeist.

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Claudia Cardinale, the Italian movie star known for the films "Once Upon a Time in the West" and "The Pink Panther," died on Sept. 23 at the age of 87, the actress's agent Laurent Savry confirmed to USA TODAY. A cause of death was not shared.Although Cardinale had become a household name in Italian cinema in the late 1950s and 1960s, it was her roles as Princess Dala in the touchstone comedy "The Pink Panther" and Jill McBain in the spaghetti Western "Once Upon a Time in the West" that launched the actress into the American zeitgeist.

">Claudia Cardinale, the Italian movie star known for the films "Once Upon a Time in the West" and "The Pink Panther," died on Sept. 23 at the age of 87, the actress's agent Laurent Savry confirmed to USA TODAY. A cause of death was not shared.Although Cardinale had become a household name in Italian cinema in the late 1950s and 1960s, it was her roles as Princess Dala in the touchstone comedy "The Pink Panther" and Jill McBain in the spaghetti Western "Once Upon a Time in the West" that launched the actress into the American zeitgeist.

" src=https://ift.tt/dun2zTF class=caas-img>Robert Redford, the legendary leading man with good looks and charm who used his star power to advocate for independent filmmaking, environmentalism and LGBTQ rights, died at 89 on Sept. 16 at his home at Sundance in the Utah mountains, "the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved. He will be missed greatly," his rep Cindi Berger told USA TODAY.

During an acting career lasting more than 60 years, Redford became a Hollywood icon with an uncanny knack for finding the perfect scene partner. He saddled up with Paul Newman in the 1969 Western buddy adventure "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and 1973 hit con-man caper "The Sting" (which snagged Redford a best actor Oscar nomination), starred with Barbra Streisand in the 1973 romance "The Way We Were," and teamed with Dustin Hoffman for 1976's journalism thriller "All the President's Men."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Robert Redford, the legendary leading man with good looks and charm who used his star power to advocate for independent filmmaking, environmentalism and LGBTQ rights, died at 89 on Sept. 16 at his home at Sundance in the Utah mountains, "the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved. He will be missed greatly," his rep Cindi Berger told USA TODAY.

During an acting career lasting more than 60 years, Redford became a Hollywood icon with an uncanny knack for finding the perfect scene partner. He saddled up with Paul Newman in the 1969 Western buddy adventure "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and 1973 hit con-man caper "The Sting" (which snagged Redford a best actor Oscar nomination), starred with Barbra Streisand in the 1973 romance "The Way We Were," and teamed with Dustin Hoffman for 1976's journalism thriller "All the President's Men."

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Robert Redford, the legendary leading man with good looks and charm who used his star power to advocate for independent filmmaking, environmentalism and LGBTQ rights, died at 89 on Sept. 16 at his home at Sundance in the Utah mountains, "the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved. He will be missed greatly," his rep Cindi Berger told USA TODAY.

During an acting career lasting more than 60 years, Redford became a Hollywood icon with an uncanny knack for finding the perfect scene partner. He saddled up with Paul Newman in the 1969 Western buddy adventure "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and 1973 hit con-man caper "The Sting" (which snagged Redford a best actor Oscar nomination), starred with Barbra Streisand in the 1973 romance "The Way We Were," and teamed with Dustin Hoffman for 1976's journalism thriller "All the President's Men."

">Robert Redford, the legendary leading man with good looks and charm who used his star power to advocate for independent filmmaking, environmentalism and LGBTQ rights, died at 89 on Sept. 16 at his home at Sundance in the Utah mountains, "the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved. He will be missed greatly," his rep Cindi Berger told USA TODAY.

During an acting career lasting more than 60 years, Redford became a Hollywood icon with an uncanny knack for finding the perfect scene partner. He saddled up with Paul Newman in the 1969 Western buddy adventure "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and 1973 hit con-man caper "The Sting" (which snagged Redford a best actor Oscar nomination), starred with Barbra Streisand in the 1973 romance "The Way We Were," and teamed with Dustin Hoffman for 1976's journalism thriller "All the President's Men."

" src=https://ift.tt/p6gDnE0 class=caas-img>Grey's Anatomy" actor and celebrity photographer Brad Everett Young died at 46 on Sept. 15, due to injuries sustained from a traffic accident in Los Angeles. As an actor he had TV roles in "Boy Meets World" and "Charmed" while also appearing in films like "Charlie's Angels" and "Jurassic Park II." He was the founder of grassroots project Dream Loud Official, which works to restore and preserve arts programs at schools nationwide.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>"Grey's Anatomy" actor and celebrity photographer Brad Everett Young died at 46 on Sept. 15, due to injuries sustained from a traffic accident in Los Angeles. As an actor he had TV roles in "Boy Meets World" and "Charmed" while also appearing in films like "Charlie's Angels" and "Jurassic Park II." He was the founder of grassroots project Dream Loud Official, which works to restore and preserve arts programs at schools nationwide.

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"Grey's Anatomy" actor and celebrity photographer Brad Everett Young died at 46 on Sept. 15, due to injuries sustained from a traffic accident in Los Angeles. As an actor he had TV roles in "Boy Meets World" and "Charmed" while also appearing in films like "Charlie's Angels" and "Jurassic Park II." He was the founder of grassroots project Dream Loud Official, which works to restore and preserve arts programs at schools nationwide.

">"Grey's Anatomy" actor and celebrity photographer Brad Everett Young died at 46 on Sept. 15, due to injuries sustained from a traffic accident in Los Angeles. As an actor he had TV roles in "Boy Meets World" and "Charmed" while also appearing in films like "Charlie's Angels" and "Jurassic Park II." He was the founder of grassroots project Dream Loud Official, which works to restore and preserve arts programs at schools nationwide.

" src=https://ift.tt/L6aJGTx class=caas-img>Rick Davies, founding member of the British rock band Supertramp, died at 81 after a lengthy battle with multiple myeloma.

The band, known for hits like "Breakfast in America" and "The Logical Song," announced on its website that the singer and musician died Sept. 6 after a decadelong cancer battle."As co-writer, along with partner Roger Hodgson, he was the voice and pianist behind Supertramp's most iconic songs, leaving an indelible mark on rock music history," the group wrote.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Rick Davies, founding member of the British rock band Supertramp, died at 81 after a lengthy battle with multiple myeloma.

The band, known for hits like "Breakfast in America" and "The Logical Song," announced on its website that the singer and musician died Sept. 6 after a decadelong cancer battle."As co-writer, along with partner Roger Hodgson, he was the voice and pianist behind Supertramp's most iconic songs, leaving an indelible mark on rock music history," the group wrote.

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Rick Davies, founding member of the British rock band Supertramp, died at 81 after a lengthy battle with multiple myeloma.

The band, known for hits like "Breakfast in America" and "The Logical Song," announced on its website that the singer and musician died Sept. 6 after a decadelong cancer battle."As co-writer, along with partner Roger Hodgson, he was the voice and pianist behind Supertramp's most iconic songs, leaving an indelible mark on rock music history," the group wrote.

">Rick Davies, founding member of the British rock band Supertramp, died at 81 after a lengthy battle with multiple myeloma.

The band, known for hits like "Breakfast in America" and "The Logical Song," announced on its website that the singer and musician died Sept. 6 after a decadelong cancer battle."As co-writer, along with partner Roger Hodgson, he was the voice and pianist behind Supertramp's most iconic songs, leaving an indelible mark on rock music history," the group wrote.

" src=https://ift.tt/BouTVJj class=caas-img>Mark Volman, singer and co-founder of '60s and '70s rock bands The Turtles and Flo & Eddie, died at age 78.

Volman died Sept. 5 in Nashville after a "brief, unexpected illness," his representatives told People and The .He previously told People he had been diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, a common type of dementia associated with Alzheimer's disease that causes a progressive decline in mental and physical abilities, in 2020.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Mark Volman, singer and co-founder of '60s and '70s rock bands The Turtles and Flo & Eddie, died at age 78.

Volman died Sept. 5 in Nashville after a "brief, unexpected illness," his representatives told People and The .He previously told People he had been diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, a common type of dementia associated with Alzheimer's disease that causes a progressive decline in mental and physical abilities, in 2020.

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Mark Volman, singer and co-founder of '60s and '70s rock bands The Turtles and Flo & Eddie, died at age 78.

Volman died Sept. 5 in Nashville after a "brief, unexpected illness," his representatives told People and The .He previously told People he had been diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, a common type of dementia associated with Alzheimer's disease that causes a progressive decline in mental and physical abilities, in 2020.

">Mark Volman, singer and co-founder of '60s and '70s rock bands The Turtles and Flo & Eddie, died at age 78.

Volman died Sept. 5 in Nashville after a "brief, unexpected illness," his representatives told People and The .He previously told People he had been diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, a common type of dementia associated with Alzheimer's disease that causes a progressive decline in mental and physical abilities, in 2020.

" src=https://ift.tt/VQ1eHny class=caas-img>Rolling Ray, the beloved social media star and Zeus Network alum, died at 28, according to a social media tribute by the network on Sept. 4. His death was also reported by TMZ and FOX 5 DC, but a cause was not immediately shared. The Washington, D.C. native, real name Raymond Harper, was known for his witty one-liners and viral videos.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Rolling Ray, the beloved social media star and Zeus Network alum, died at 28, according to a social media tribute by the network on Sept. 4. His death was also reported by TMZ and FOX 5 DC, but a cause was not immediately shared. The Washington, D.C. native, real name Raymond Harper, was known for his witty one-liners and viral videos.

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Rolling Ray, the beloved social media star and Zeus Network alum, died at 28, according to a social media tribute by the network on Sept. 4. His death was also reported by TMZ and FOX 5 DC, but a cause was not immediately shared. The Washington, D.C. native, real name Raymond Harper, was known for his witty one-liners and viral videos.

">Rolling Ray, the beloved social media star and Zeus Network alum, died at 28, according to a social media tribute by the network on Sept. 4. His death was also reported by TMZ and FOX 5 DC, but a cause was not immediately shared. The Washington, D.C. native, real name Raymond Harper, was known for his witty one-liners and viral videos.

" src=https://ift.tt/j2AaLwd class=caas-img>Giorgio Armani, the famed Italian fashion designer who achieved elegance and timelessness through his namesake brand, died at 91, the Armani Group announced in a statement Sept. 4."Il Signor Armani, as he was always respectfully and admiringly called by employees and collaborators, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones," the Armani Group said in the statement. "Indefatigable to the end, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections, and the many ongoing and future projects."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Giorgio Armani, the famed Italian fashion designer who achieved elegance and timelessness through his namesake brand, died at 91, the Armani Group announced in a statement Sept. 4."Il Signor Armani, as he was always respectfully and admiringly called by employees and collaborators, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones," the Armani Group said in the statement. "Indefatigable to the end, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections, and the many ongoing and future projects."

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Giorgio Armani, the famed Italian fashion designer who achieved elegance and timelessness through his namesake brand, died at 91, the Armani Group announced in a statement Sept. 4."Il Signor Armani, as he was always respectfully and admiringly called by employees and collaborators, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones," the Armani Group said in the statement. "Indefatigable to the end, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections, and the many ongoing and future projects."

">Giorgio Armani, the famed Italian fashion designer who achieved elegance and timelessness through his namesake brand, died at 91, the Armani Group announced in a statement Sept. 4."Il Signor Armani, as he was always respectfully and admiringly called by employees and collaborators, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones," the Armani Group said in the statement. "Indefatigable to the end, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections, and the many ongoing and future projects."

" src=https://ift.tt/Scr38T2 class=caas-img>"Dances With Wolves" and "Green Mile," has died at age 73.

His agent Michael Greene, no relation, said in a statement to USA TODAY that Greene died "after a lengthy illness." "He was a great man of morals, ethics and character and will be eternally missed," Michael Greene wrote.

The Canadian First Nations actor, a tireless advocate for Indigenous representation in Hollywood," made a huge career leap in "Dances with Wolves," playing the wise and compassionate Sioux medicine man Kicking Bird.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Canadian actor Graham Greene, the Oscar-nominated star of "Dances With Wolves" and "Green Mile," has died at age 73.

His agent Michael Greene, no relation, said in a statement to USA TODAY that Greene died "after a lengthy illness." "He was a great man of morals, ethics and character and will be eternally missed," Michael Greene wrote.

The Canadian First Nations actor, a tireless advocate for Indigenous representation in Hollywood," made a huge career leap in "Dances with Wolves," playing the wise and compassionate Sioux medicine man Kicking Bird.

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Canadian actor Graham Greene, the Oscar-nominated star of "Dances With Wolves" and "Green Mile," has died at age 73.

His agent Michael Greene, no relation, said in a statement to USA TODAY that Greene died "after a lengthy illness." "He was a great man of morals, ethics and character and will be eternally missed," Michael Greene wrote.

The Canadian First Nations actor, a tireless advocate for Indigenous representation in Hollywood," made a huge career leap in "Dances with Wolves," playing the wise and compassionate Sioux medicine man Kicking Bird.

">Canadian actor Graham Greene, the Oscar-nominated star of "Dances With Wolves" and "Green Mile," has died at age 73.

His agent Michael Greene, no relation, said in a statement to USA TODAY that Greene died "after a lengthy illness." "He was a great man of morals, ethics and character and will be eternally missed," Michael Greene wrote.

The Canadian First Nations actor, a tireless advocate for Indigenous representation in Hollywood," made a huge career leap in "Dances with Wolves," playing the wise and compassionate Sioux medicine man Kicking Bird.

" src=https://ift.tt/F6Ml0ET class=caas-img>Jerry Adler died "peacefully in his sleep," a representative confirmed to USA TODAY on Aug. 24. He was 96. Adler was known for his role as Herman "Hesh" Rabkin, an adviser to Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini), on "The Sopranos." A former stage manager and theater director who began acting in his 60s, Adler also starred on shows such as "The Good Wife" and "Mad About You."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>"The Sopranos" star Jerry Adler died "peacefully in his sleep," a representative confirmed to USA TODAY on Aug. 24. He was 96. Adler was known for his role as Herman "Hesh" Rabkin, an adviser to Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini), on "The Sopranos." A former stage manager and theater director who began acting in his 60s, Adler also starred on shows such as "The Good Wife" and "Mad About You."

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"The Sopranos" star Jerry Adler died "peacefully in his sleep," a representative confirmed to USA TODAY on Aug. 24. He was 96. Adler was known for his role as Herman "Hesh" Rabkin, an adviser to Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini), on "The Sopranos." A former stage manager and theater director who began acting in his 60s, Adler also starred on shows such as "The Good Wife" and "Mad About You."

">"The Sopranos" star Jerry Adler died "peacefully in his sleep," a representative confirmed to USA TODAY on Aug. 24. He was 96. Adler was known for his role as Herman "Hesh" Rabkin, an adviser to Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini), on "The Sopranos." A former stage manager and theater director who began acting in his 60s, Adler also starred on shows such as "The Good Wife" and "Mad About You."

" src=https://ift.tt/x6QI0HU class=caas-img>Terence Stamp, best known for his role as "Superman" arch-villain General Zod, died on Aug. 17 at the age of 87, his family confirmed to Reuters. Stamp's cause of death was not immediately known."He leaves behind an extraordinary body of work, both as an actor and as a writer, that will continue to touch and inspire people for years to come," Stamp's family said.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Oscar-nominated actor Terence Stamp, best known for his role as "Superman" arch-villain General Zod, died on Aug. 17 at the age of 87, his family confirmed to Reuters. Stamp's cause of death was not immediately known."He leaves behind an extraordinary body of work, both as an actor and as a writer, that will continue to touch and inspire people for years to come," Stamp's family said.

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Oscar-nominated actor Terence Stamp, best known for his role as "Superman" arch-villain General Zod, died on Aug. 17 at the age of 87, his family confirmed to Reuters. Stamp's cause of death was not immediately known."He leaves behind an extraordinary body of work, both as an actor and as a writer, that will continue to touch and inspire people for years to come," Stamp's family said.

">Oscar-nominated actor Terence Stamp, best known for his role as "Superman" arch-villain General Zod, died on Aug. 17 at the age of 87, his family confirmed to Reuters. Stamp's cause of death was not immediately known."He leaves behind an extraordinary body of work, both as an actor and as a writer, that will continue to touch and inspire people for years to come," Stamp's family said.

" src=https://ift.tt/1aXViE3 class=caas-img>Tristan Rogers, best known for his longtime role as Robert Scorpio on "General Hospital," died at 79. Rogers' longtime manager, Meryl Soodak, confirmed the soap star's "unfortunate passing" to USA TODAY on Aug. 15.The news came a month after the soap star shared with fans that he had been diagnosed with cancer."General Hospital" Executive Producer Frank Valentini said in a statement that "Tristan has captivated our fans for 45 years and Port Charles will not be the same without him (or Robert Scorpio)." Rogers' 55-year career on screen also included roles as Colin Atkinson on "The Young and the Restless," Hunter Jones on "The Bold and the Beautiful" and Lex Martin on "The Bay."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Tristan Rogers, best known for his longtime role as Robert Scorpio on "General Hospital," died at 79. Rogers' longtime manager, Meryl Soodak, confirmed the soap star's "unfortunate passing" to USA TODAY on Aug. 15.The news came a month after the soap star shared with fans that he had been diagnosed with cancer."General Hospital" Executive Producer Frank Valentini said in a statement that "Tristan has captivated our fans for 45 years and Port Charles will not be the same without him (or Robert Scorpio)." Rogers' 55-year career on screen also included roles as Colin Atkinson on "The Young and the Restless," Hunter Jones on "The Bold and the Beautiful" and Lex Martin on "The Bay."

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Tristan Rogers, best known for his longtime role as Robert Scorpio on "General Hospital," died at 79. Rogers' longtime manager, Meryl Soodak, confirmed the soap star's "unfortunate passing" to USA TODAY on Aug. 15.The news came a month after the soap star shared with fans that he had been diagnosed with cancer."General Hospital" Executive Producer Frank Valentini said in a statement that "Tristan has captivated our fans for 45 years and Port Charles will not be the same without him (or Robert Scorpio)." Rogers' 55-year career on screen also included roles as Colin Atkinson on "The Young and the Restless," Hunter Jones on "The Bold and the Beautiful" and Lex Martin on "The Bay."

">Tristan Rogers, best known for his longtime role as Robert Scorpio on "General Hospital," died at 79. Rogers' longtime manager, Meryl Soodak, confirmed the soap star's "unfortunate passing" to USA TODAY on Aug. 15.The news came a month after the soap star shared with fans that he had been diagnosed with cancer."General Hospital" Executive Producer Frank Valentini said in a statement that "Tristan has captivated our fans for 45 years and Port Charles will not be the same without him (or Robert Scorpio)." Rogers' 55-year career on screen also included roles as Colin Atkinson on "The Young and the Restless," Hunter Jones on "The Bold and the Beautiful" and Lex Martin on "The Bay."

" src=https://ift.tt/92MSyW8 class=caas-img>Greg Iles (center), the best-selling writer of the "Natchez Burning" trilogy, died Aug. 15 at age 65. His literary agent, Dan Conaway, confirmed his death a day later on Facebook. Iles had dealt with multiple myeloma, an incurable blood cancer, for decades. The trilogy, which also includes "The Bone Tree" and "Mississippi Blood," was a subset of his Penn Cage series. Iles was also a member of the Rock Bottom Remainders, a charitable rock group whose bandmates include Stephen King (left, with Roger McGuinn at right).

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Mississippi author Greg Iles (center), the best-selling writer of the "Natchez Burning" trilogy, died Aug. 15 at age 65. His literary agent, Dan Conaway, confirmed his death a day later on Facebook. Iles had dealt with multiple myeloma, an incurable blood cancer, for decades. The trilogy, which also includes "The Bone Tree" and "Mississippi Blood," was a subset of his Penn Cage series. Iles was also a member of the Rock Bottom Remainders, a charitable rock group whose bandmates include Stephen King (left, with Roger McGuinn at right).

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Mississippi author Greg Iles (center), the best-selling writer of the "Natchez Burning" trilogy, died Aug. 15 at age 65. His literary agent, Dan Conaway, confirmed his death a day later on Facebook. Iles had dealt with multiple myeloma, an incurable blood cancer, for decades. The trilogy, which also includes "The Bone Tree" and "Mississippi Blood," was a subset of his Penn Cage series. Iles was also a member of the Rock Bottom Remainders, a charitable rock group whose bandmates include Stephen King (left, with Roger McGuinn at right).

">Mississippi author Greg Iles (center), the best-selling writer of the "Natchez Burning" trilogy, died Aug. 15 at age 65. His literary agent, Dan Conaway, confirmed his death a day later on Facebook. Iles had dealt with multiple myeloma, an incurable blood cancer, for decades. The trilogy, which also includes "The Bone Tree" and "Mississippi Blood," was a subset of his Penn Cage series. Iles was also a member of the Rock Bottom Remainders, a charitable rock group whose bandmates include Stephen King (left, with Roger McGuinn at right).

" src=https://ift.tt/rblUdiR class=caas-img>Kseniya Alexandrova, a Russian model and TV personality who competed in the 2017 Miss Universe competition, died on Aug. 12 at the age of 30, Alexandrova's modeling agency, Modus Vivendis, confirmed in an Aug. 13 Instagram post. A cause of death was not disclosed, although the model's husband told Russian media that Alexandrova sustained a head injury in a car accident. "Kseniya was bright, talented and extraordinarily bright," the agency said. "She knew how to inspire, support and give warmth to everyone around her. For us, she will forever remain a symbol of beauty, kindness and inner strength."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Kseniya Alexandrova, a Russian model and TV personality who competed in the 2017 Miss Universe competition, died on Aug. 12 at the age of 30, Alexandrova's modeling agency, Modus Vivendis, confirmed in an Aug. 13 Instagram post. A cause of death was not disclosed, although the model's husband told Russian media that Alexandrova sustained a head injury in a car accident. "Kseniya was bright, talented and extraordinarily bright," the agency said. "She knew how to inspire, support and give warmth to everyone around her. For us, she will forever remain a symbol of beauty, kindness and inner strength."

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Kseniya Alexandrova, a Russian model and TV personality who competed in the 2017 Miss Universe competition, died on Aug. 12 at the age of 30, Alexandrova's modeling agency, Modus Vivendis, confirmed in an Aug. 13 Instagram post. A cause of death was not disclosed, although the model's husband told Russian media that Alexandrova sustained a head injury in a car accident. "Kseniya was bright, talented and extraordinarily bright," the agency said. "She knew how to inspire, support and give warmth to everyone around her. For us, she will forever remain a symbol of beauty, kindness and inner strength."

">Kseniya Alexandrova, a Russian model and TV personality who competed in the 2017 Miss Universe competition, died on Aug. 12 at the age of 30, Alexandrova's modeling agency, Modus Vivendis, confirmed in an Aug. 13 Instagram post. A cause of death was not disclosed, although the model's husband told Russian media that Alexandrova sustained a head injury in a car accident. "Kseniya was bright, talented and extraordinarily bright," the agency said. "She knew how to inspire, support and give warmth to everyone around her. For us, she will forever remain a symbol of beauty, kindness and inner strength."

" src=https://ift.tt/zwUYvql class=caas-img>Bobby Whitlock, best known as the keyboardist for Eric Clapton's blues-rock band Derek and the Dominos, died on Aug. 10 at age 77 following a battle with cancer, Whitlock's representative Carol Kaye confirmed to USA TODAY.Whitlock met Clapton while working in the group Delaney & Bonnie and Friends, which was headed by soul-rock singer-songwriters Delaney and Bonnie Bramlett. Derek and the Dominos released one album, 1970's "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs," which featured the hard rock classic "Layla."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Singer-songwriter and instrumentalist Bobby Whitlock, best known as the keyboardist for Eric Clapton's blues-rock band Derek and the Dominos, died on Aug. 10 at age 77 following a battle with cancer, Whitlock's representative Carol Kaye confirmed to USA TODAY.Whitlock met Clapton while working in the group Delaney & Bonnie and Friends, which was headed by soul-rock singer-songwriters Delaney and Bonnie Bramlett. Derek and the Dominos released one album, 1970's "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs," which featured the hard rock classic "Layla."

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Singer-songwriter and instrumentalist Bobby Whitlock, best known as the keyboardist for Eric Clapton's blues-rock band Derek and the Dominos, died on Aug. 10 at age 77 following a battle with cancer, Whitlock's representative Carol Kaye confirmed to USA TODAY.Whitlock met Clapton while working in the group Delaney & Bonnie and Friends, which was headed by soul-rock singer-songwriters Delaney and Bonnie Bramlett. Derek and the Dominos released one album, 1970's "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs," which featured the hard rock classic "Layla."

">Singer-songwriter and instrumentalist Bobby Whitlock, best known as the keyboardist for Eric Clapton's blues-rock band Derek and the Dominos, died on Aug. 10 at age 77 following a battle with cancer, Whitlock's representative Carol Kaye confirmed to USA TODAY.Whitlock met Clapton while working in the group Delaney & Bonnie and Friends, which was headed by soul-rock singer-songwriters Delaney and Bonnie Bramlett. Derek and the Dominos released one album, 1970's "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs," which featured the hard rock classic "Layla."

" src=https://ift.tt/OlewBak class=caas-img>Eddie Palmieri, a Grammy-winning pianist and bandleader who helped define Latin jazz, has died. He was 88.

The famed musician died Wednesday, Aug. 6, according to Fania Records, a label responsible for several of his hit albums. "Today, Fania Records mourns the loss of the legendary Eddie Palmieri, one of the most innovative and unique artists in music history," the company wrote in a statement.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Eddie Palmieri, a Grammy-winning pianist and bandleader who helped define Latin jazz, has died. He was 88.

The famed musician died Wednesday, Aug. 6, according to Fania Records, a label responsible for several of his hit albums. "Today, Fania Records mourns the loss of the legendary Eddie Palmieri, one of the most innovative and unique artists in music history," the company wrote in a statement.

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Eddie Palmieri, a Grammy-winning pianist and bandleader who helped define Latin jazz, has died. He was 88.

The famed musician died Wednesday, Aug. 6, according to Fania Records, a label responsible for several of his hit albums. "Today, Fania Records mourns the loss of the legendary Eddie Palmieri, one of the most innovative and unique artists in music history," the company wrote in a statement.

">Eddie Palmieri, a Grammy-winning pianist and bandleader who helped define Latin jazz, has died. He was 88.

The famed musician died Wednesday, Aug. 6, according to Fania Records, a label responsible for several of his hit albums. "Today, Fania Records mourns the loss of the legendary Eddie Palmieri, one of the most innovative and unique artists in music history," the company wrote in a statement.

" src=https://ift.tt/vf932jU class=caas-img>died Aug. 2. She was 33. Born Kelley Lynne Klebenow, the Chapman University graduate died in her hometown of Cincinnati following a cancer battle, having been diagnosed with glioma of the central nervous system. Her agent, Julie Smith, confirmed the news to USA TODAY on Aug. 5 after Mack's sister, Kathryn Klebenow, shared news of her death on Mack's Instagram,

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Kelley Mack, a film producer and actress who appeared in "The Walking Dead" and "Chicago Med," died Aug. 2. She was 33. Born Kelley Lynne Klebenow, the Chapman University graduate died in her hometown of Cincinnati following a cancer battle, having been diagnosed with glioma of the central nervous system. Her agent, Julie Smith, confirmed the news to USA TODAY on Aug. 5 after Mack's sister, Kathryn Klebenow, shared news of her death on Mack's Instagram,

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Kelley Mack, a film producer and actress who appeared in "The Walking Dead" and "Chicago Med," died Aug. 2. She was 33. Born Kelley Lynne Klebenow, the Chapman University graduate died in her hometown of Cincinnati following a cancer battle, having been diagnosed with glioma of the central nervous system. Her agent, Julie Smith, confirmed the news to USA TODAY on Aug. 5 after Mack's sister, Kathryn Klebenow, shared news of her death on Mack's Instagram,

">Kelley Mack, a film producer and actress who appeared in "The Walking Dead" and "Chicago Med," died Aug. 2. She was 33. Born Kelley Lynne Klebenow, the Chapman University graduate died in her hometown of Cincinnati following a cancer battle, having been diagnosed with glioma of the central nervous system. Her agent, Julie Smith, confirmed the news to USA TODAY on Aug. 5 after Mack's sister, Kathryn Klebenow, shared news of her death on Mack's Instagram,

" src=https://ift.tt/c27QNOU class=caas-img>Loni Anderson, the savvy blonde bombshell best known for her role as receptionist Jennifer Marlowe on TV's beloved '70s and '80s sitcom "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Aug. 3 at age 79, just two days short of her 80th birthday. She suffered "an acute prolonged illness," her representative Cheryl J. Kagan told USA TODAY. Anderson, the ex-wife of Burt Reynolds, earned two Primetime Emmy nominations as outstanding supporting actress in a comedy for her performance during the show's four-year run.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Loni Anderson, the savvy blonde bombshell best known for her role as receptionist Jennifer Marlowe on TV's beloved '70s and '80s sitcom "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Aug. 3 at age 79, just two days short of her 80th birthday. She suffered "an acute prolonged illness," her representative Cheryl J. Kagan told USA TODAY. Anderson, the ex-wife of Burt Reynolds, earned two Primetime Emmy nominations as outstanding supporting actress in a comedy for her performance during the show's four-year run.

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Loni Anderson, the savvy blonde bombshell best known for her role as receptionist Jennifer Marlowe on TV's beloved '70s and '80s sitcom "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Aug. 3 at age 79, just two days short of her 80th birthday. She suffered "an acute prolonged illness," her representative Cheryl J. Kagan told USA TODAY. Anderson, the ex-wife of Burt Reynolds, earned two Primetime Emmy nominations as outstanding supporting actress in a comedy for her performance during the show's four-year run.

">Loni Anderson, the savvy blonde bombshell best known for her role as receptionist Jennifer Marlowe on TV's beloved '70s and '80s sitcom "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Aug. 3 at age 79, just two days short of her 80th birthday. She suffered "an acute prolonged illness," her representative Cheryl J. Kagan told USA TODAY. Anderson, the ex-wife of Burt Reynolds, earned two Primetime Emmy nominations as outstanding supporting actress in a comedy for her performance during the show's four-year run.

" src=https://ift.tt/4inN8yz class=caas-img>"One of the world's foremost avant-garde artists in theater," Wilson boasted a wide range of creative collaborators over the years, including Allen Ginsberg, Tom Waits, Laurie Anderson, Willem Dafoe and Lady Gaga.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Robert Wilson, the theater and opera director, visual artist and founder of New York's The Watermill Center, died July 31 "after a brief but acute illness," according to a press release his representative shared with USA TODAY. Wilson was 83 years old."One of the world's foremost avant-garde artists in theater," Wilson boasted a wide range of creative collaborators over the years, including Allen Ginsberg, Tom Waits, Laurie Anderson, Willem Dafoe and Lady Gaga.

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Robert Wilson, the theater and opera director, visual artist and founder of New York's The Watermill Center, died July 31 "after a brief but acute illness," according to a press release his representative shared with USA TODAY. Wilson was 83 years old."One of the world's foremost avant-garde artists in theater," Wilson boasted a wide range of creative collaborators over the years, including Allen Ginsberg, Tom Waits, Laurie Anderson, Willem Dafoe and Lady Gaga.

">Robert Wilson, the theater and opera director, visual artist and founder of New York's The Watermill Center, died July 31 "after a brief but acute illness," according to a press release his representative shared with USA TODAY. Wilson was 83 years old."One of the world's foremost avant-garde artists in theater," Wilson boasted a wide range of creative collaborators over the years, including Allen Ginsberg, Tom Waits, Laurie Anderson, Willem Dafoe and Lady Gaga.

" src=https://ift.tt/r2OsYfW class=caas-img>Alon Aboutboul, an Israeli actor best known for his roles in The Dark Knight and Rambo film franchises, died on July 29 at age 60, Aboutboul's representative Mark Teitelbaum confirmed to USA TODAY. A cause of death was not disclosed."Alon was a brilliant actor, a true artist, an Israeli icon, but more importantly, he was a loving father of his four children, and a dear friend of mine and many others," Teitelbaum said in a statement.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Alon Aboutboul, an Israeli actor best known for his roles in The Dark Knight and Rambo film franchises, died on July 29 at age 60, Aboutboul's representative Mark Teitelbaum confirmed to USA TODAY. A cause of death was not disclosed."Alon was a brilliant actor, a true artist, an Israeli icon, but more importantly, he was a loving father of his four children, and a dear friend of mine and many others," Teitelbaum said in a statement.

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Alon Aboutboul, an Israeli actor best known for his roles in The Dark Knight and Rambo film franchises, died on July 29 at age 60, Aboutboul's representative Mark Teitelbaum confirmed to USA TODAY. A cause of death was not disclosed."Alon was a brilliant actor, a true artist, an Israeli icon, but more importantly, he was a loving father of his four children, and a dear friend of mine and many others," Teitelbaum said in a statement.

">Alon Aboutboul, an Israeli actor best known for his roles in The Dark Knight and Rambo film franchises, died on July 29 at age 60, Aboutboul's representative Mark Teitelbaum confirmed to USA TODAY. A cause of death was not disclosed."Alon was a brilliant actor, a true artist, an Israeli icon, but more importantly, he was a loving father of his four children, and a dear friend of mine and many others," Teitelbaum said in a statement.

" src=https://ift.tt/xZz3ke2 class=caas-img>Tom Lehrer, a satirist who gained prominence in the 1950s and 1960s for his acerbic take on politics and social life, died on July 26, Lehrer's friend David Herder confirmed to The New York Times and The . He was 97. A cause of death was not disclosed. Lehrer, who also had an academic career as a mathematics scholar, is best known for his albums "Songs by Tom Lehrer" and "More of Tom Lehrer." His debut album "Songs," recognized for pioneering the "sick" comedy genre, was inducted into the National Recording Registry in 2004.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Singer-songwriter Tom Lehrer, a satirist who gained prominence in the 1950s and 1960s for his acerbic take on politics and social life, died on July 26, Lehrer's friend David Herder confirmed to The New York Times and The . He was 97. A cause of death was not disclosed. Lehrer, who also had an academic career as a mathematics scholar, is best known for his albums "Songs by Tom Lehrer" and "More of Tom Lehrer." His debut album "Songs," recognized for pioneering the "sick" comedy genre, was inducted into the National Recording Registry in 2004.

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Singer-songwriter Tom Lehrer, a satirist who gained prominence in the 1950s and 1960s for his acerbic take on politics and social life, died on July 26, Lehrer's friend David Herder confirmed to The New York Times and The . He was 97. A cause of death was not disclosed. Lehrer, who also had an academic career as a mathematics scholar, is best known for his albums "Songs by Tom Lehrer" and "More of Tom Lehrer." His debut album "Songs," recognized for pioneering the "sick" comedy genre, was inducted into the National Recording Registry in 2004.

">Singer-songwriter Tom Lehrer, a satirist who gained prominence in the 1950s and 1960s for his acerbic take on politics and social life, died on July 26, Lehrer's friend David Herder confirmed to The New York Times and The . He was 97. A cause of death was not disclosed. Lehrer, who also had an academic career as a mathematics scholar, is best known for his albums "Songs by Tom Lehrer" and "More of Tom Lehrer." His debut album "Songs," recognized for pioneering the "sick" comedy genre, was inducted into the National Recording Registry in 2004.

" src=https://ift.tt/JcG6Pya class=caas-img>Hulk Hogan died of a heart attack in Clearwater Beach, Florida, on July 24. He was 71. Born Terry Bollea, Hogan was WWE's first major star as "Hulkamania" took over the fanbase. His popularity extended outside of wrestling, appearing on TV shows like "Hogan Knows Best" and movies including "Rocky III."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>WWE icon and onscreen star Hulk Hogan died of a heart attack in Clearwater Beach, Florida, on July 24. He was 71. Born Terry Bollea, Hogan was WWE's first major star as "Hulkamania" took over the fanbase. His popularity extended outside of wrestling, appearing on TV shows like "Hogan Knows Best" and movies including "Rocky III."

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WWE icon and onscreen star Hulk Hogan died of a heart attack in Clearwater Beach, Florida, on July 24. He was 71. Born Terry Bollea, Hogan was WWE's first major star as "Hulkamania" took over the fanbase. His popularity extended outside of wrestling, appearing on TV shows like "Hogan Knows Best" and movies including "Rocky III."

">WWE icon and onscreen star Hulk Hogan died of a heart attack in Clearwater Beach, Florida, on July 24. He was 71. Born Terry Bollea, Hogan was WWE's first major star as "Hulkamania" took over the fanbase. His popularity extended outside of wrestling, appearing on TV shows like "Hogan Knows Best" and movies including "Rocky III."

" src=https://ift.tt/GsqXf3D class=caas-img>died July 24, according to reporting from multiple outlets. She was 97.The Guardian and The New York Times reported the news July 25, citing a statement from Laine's children, musicians Jacqui and Alec Dankworth. The Stables Theatre, a U.K. music venue that Laine co-founded with her late husband, confirmed the news in a statement posted to its website.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>British jazz singer Cleo Laine, who performed with musical greats such as Frank Sinatra and starred as an actor in London's West End and on Broadway, died July 24, according to reporting from multiple outlets. She was 97.The Guardian and The New York Times reported the news July 25, citing a statement from Laine's children, musicians Jacqui and Alec Dankworth. The Stables Theatre, a U.K. music venue that Laine co-founded with her late husband, confirmed the news in a statement posted to its website.

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British jazz singer Cleo Laine, who performed with musical greats such as Frank Sinatra and starred as an actor in London's West End and on Broadway, died July 24, according to reporting from multiple outlets. She was 97.The Guardian and The New York Times reported the news July 25, citing a statement from Laine's children, musicians Jacqui and Alec Dankworth. The Stables Theatre, a U.K. music venue that Laine co-founded with her late husband, confirmed the news in a statement posted to its website.

">British jazz singer Cleo Laine, who performed with musical greats such as Frank Sinatra and starred as an actor in London's West End and on Broadway, died July 24, according to reporting from multiple outlets. She was 97.The Guardian and The New York Times reported the news July 25, citing a statement from Laine's children, musicians Jacqui and Alec Dankworth. The Stables Theatre, a U.K. music venue that Laine co-founded with her late husband, confirmed the news in a statement posted to its website.

" src=https://ift.tt/ZxLCEsT class=caas-img>Chuck Mangione, a prolific composer and musician, died July 22, his family confirmed in a statement to the Rochester, New York, Democrat and Chronicle, part of the USA TODAY Network, on July 24. He was 84.The family noted Mangione, who released 30 albums in his career but is best known for the 1977 hit single "Feels So Good," died "peacefully" in his sleep at his home in Rochester, New York. The virtuoso flugelhorn and trumpet player's 1977 instrumental track also became a bit on TV's animated "King of the Hill," where it was frequently referenced, with Mangione himself nabbing a recurring voice-acting role.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Chuck Mangione, a prolific composer and musician, died July 22, his family confirmed in a statement to the Rochester, New York, Democrat and Chronicle, part of the USA TODAY Network, on July 24. He was 84.The family noted Mangione, who released 30 albums in his career but is best known for the 1977 hit single "Feels So Good," died "peacefully" in his sleep at his home in Rochester, New York. The virtuoso flugelhorn and trumpet player's 1977 instrumental track also became a bit on TV's animated "King of the Hill," where it was frequently referenced, with Mangione himself nabbing a recurring voice-acting role.

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Chuck Mangione, a prolific composer and musician, died July 22, his family confirmed in a statement to the Rochester, New York, Democrat and Chronicle, part of the USA TODAY Network, on July 24. He was 84.The family noted Mangione, who released 30 albums in his career but is best known for the 1977 hit single "Feels So Good," died "peacefully" in his sleep at his home in Rochester, New York. The virtuoso flugelhorn and trumpet player's 1977 instrumental track also became a bit on TV's animated "King of the Hill," where it was frequently referenced, with Mangione himself nabbing a recurring voice-acting role.

">Chuck Mangione, a prolific composer and musician, died July 22, his family confirmed in a statement to the Rochester, New York, Democrat and Chronicle, part of the USA TODAY Network, on July 24. He was 84.The family noted Mangione, who released 30 albums in his career but is best known for the 1977 hit single "Feels So Good," died "peacefully" in his sleep at his home in Rochester, New York. The virtuoso flugelhorn and trumpet player's 1977 instrumental track also became a bit on TV's animated "King of the Hill," where it was frequently referenced, with Mangione himself nabbing a recurring voice-acting role.

" src=https://ift.tt/bS4BNMv class=caas-img>Ozzy Osbourne, the Grammy-winning Prince of Darkness, died July 22, his representative confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 76."It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning," a statement from his family read. "He was with his family and surrounded by love."The Black Sabbath star had had one of the most recognizable screams in modern history, from his "All aboard!" opening of "Crazy Train" to his oft-meme'd "Sharon!"

He died just weeks after reuniting with Black Sabbath for a final show in England.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Rock icon Ozzy Osbourne, the Grammy-winning Prince of Darkness, died July 22, his representative confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 76."It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning," a statement from his family read. "He was with his family and surrounded by love."The Black Sabbath star had had one of the most recognizable screams in modern history, from his "All aboard!" opening of "Crazy Train" to his oft-meme'd "Sharon!"

He died just weeks after reuniting with Black Sabbath for a final show in England.

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Rock icon Ozzy Osbourne, the Grammy-winning Prince of Darkness, died July 22, his representative confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 76."It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning," a statement from his family read. "He was with his family and surrounded by love."The Black Sabbath star had had one of the most recognizable screams in modern history, from his "All aboard!" opening of "Crazy Train" to his oft-meme'd "Sharon!"

He died just weeks after reuniting with Black Sabbath for a final show in England.

">Rock icon Ozzy Osbourne, the Grammy-winning Prince of Darkness, died July 22, his representative confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 76."It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning," a statement from his family read. "He was with his family and surrounded by love."The Black Sabbath star had had one of the most recognizable screams in modern history, from his "All aboard!" opening of "Crazy Train" to his oft-meme'd "Sharon!"

He died just weeks after reuniting with Black Sabbath for a final show in England.

" src=https://ift.tt/Jlkduqb class=caas-img>died on July 20 after drowning off the coast of Costa Rica, according to ABC News and The . He was 54.Warner was best known for his role as Theodore Huxtable, son of Bill Cosby's Cliff Huxtable, on the hit sitcom "The Cosby Show." He starred in the role for eight seasons.Warner's other notable performances included roles as Malcolm McGee in the UPN sitcom "Malcolm & Eddie" and Dr. AJ Austin on Fox's medical drama "The Resident."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>"The Cosby Show" actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner died on July 20 after drowning off the coast of Costa Rica, according to ABC News and The . He was 54.Warner was best known for his role as Theodore Huxtable, son of Bill Cosby's Cliff Huxtable, on the hit sitcom "The Cosby Show." He starred in the role for eight seasons.Warner's other notable performances included roles as Malcolm McGee in the UPN sitcom "Malcolm & Eddie" and Dr. AJ Austin on Fox's medical drama "The Resident."

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"The Cosby Show" actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner died on July 20 after drowning off the coast of Costa Rica, according to ABC News and The . He was 54.Warner was best known for his role as Theodore Huxtable, son of Bill Cosby's Cliff Huxtable, on the hit sitcom "The Cosby Show." He starred in the role for eight seasons.Warner's other notable performances included roles as Malcolm McGee in the UPN sitcom "Malcolm & Eddie" and Dr. AJ Austin on Fox's medical drama "The Resident."

">"The Cosby Show" actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner died on July 20 after drowning off the coast of Costa Rica, according to ABC News and The . He was 54.Warner was best known for his role as Theodore Huxtable, son of Bill Cosby's Cliff Huxtable, on the hit sitcom "The Cosby Show." He starred in the role for eight seasons.Warner's other notable performances included roles as Malcolm McGee in the UPN sitcom "Malcolm & Eddie" and Dr. AJ Austin on Fox's medical drama "The Resident."

" src=https://ift.tt/ROPdCsQ class=caas-img>Tom Troupe, best known for his television appearances in "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," "Star Trek" and "Cheers," died July 20 at 97. According to a press release, Troupe died in his Beverly Hills, California, home from natural causes, two years after his late wife, "Sixteen Candles" actress Carole Cook.Troupe's lengthy inventory of acting credits span more than 60 years and include "Murder, She Wrote," "The Fugitive," "Mission: Impossible," "The Wild Wild West," "Knots Landing," "Frasier" and "ER." He played Judge William E. Grey in "Cheers," and Lt. Harold in the original "Star Trek" series.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Broadway actor and writer Tom Troupe, best known for his television appearances in "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," "Star Trek" and "Cheers," died July 20 at 97. According to a press release, Troupe died in his Beverly Hills, California, home from natural causes, two years after his late wife, "Sixteen Candles" actress Carole Cook.Troupe's lengthy inventory of acting credits span more than 60 years and include "Murder, She Wrote," "The Fugitive," "Mission: Impossible," "The Wild Wild West," "Knots Landing," "Frasier" and "ER." He played Judge William E. Grey in "Cheers," and Lt. Harold in the original "Star Trek" series.

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Broadway actor and writer Tom Troupe, best known for his television appearances in "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," "Star Trek" and "Cheers," died July 20 at 97. According to a press release, Troupe died in his Beverly Hills, California, home from natural causes, two years after his late wife, "Sixteen Candles" actress Carole Cook.Troupe's lengthy inventory of acting credits span more than 60 years and include "Murder, She Wrote," "The Fugitive," "Mission: Impossible," "The Wild Wild West," "Knots Landing," "Frasier" and "ER." He played Judge William E. Grey in "Cheers," and Lt. Harold in the original "Star Trek" series.

">Broadway actor and writer Tom Troupe, best known for his television appearances in "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," "Star Trek" and "Cheers," died July 20 at 97. According to a press release, Troupe died in his Beverly Hills, California, home from natural causes, two years after his late wife, "Sixteen Candles" actress Carole Cook.Troupe's lengthy inventory of acting credits span more than 60 years and include "Murder, She Wrote," "The Fugitive," "Mission: Impossible," "The Wild Wild West," "Knots Landing," "Frasier" and "ER." He played Judge William E. Grey in "Cheers," and Lt. Harold in the original "Star Trek" series.

" src=https://ift.tt/FHtzOnQ class=caas-img>died on July 17, according to a family spokesperson. He was 99.The Bergmans won three Oscars, four Emmys and two Grammy awards, and were also inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1980. Singers ranging from Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra to Johnny Mathis, Barbra Streisand and Sting recorded their songs.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Alan Bergman, half of one of the greatest American songwriting duos alongside late wife Marilyn Bergman, died on July 17, according to a family spokesperson. He was 99.The Bergmans won three Oscars, four Emmys and two Grammy awards, and were also inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1980. Singers ranging from Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra to Johnny Mathis, Barbra Streisand and Sting recorded their songs.

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Alan Bergman, half of one of the greatest American songwriting duos alongside late wife Marilyn Bergman, died on July 17, according to a family spokesperson. He was 99.The Bergmans won three Oscars, four Emmys and two Grammy awards, and were also inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1980. Singers ranging from Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra to Johnny Mathis, Barbra Streisand and Sting recorded their songs.

">Alan Bergman, half of one of the greatest American songwriting duos alongside late wife Marilyn Bergman, died on July 17, according to a family spokesperson. He was 99.The Bergmans won three Oscars, four Emmys and two Grammy awards, and were also inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1980. Singers ranging from Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra to Johnny Mathis, Barbra Streisand and Sting recorded their songs.

" src=https://ift.tt/7ABLXSy class=caas-img>confirmed to USA TODAY in a statement on July 5.McMahon was best known for his roles as Christian Troy on "Nip/Tuck," Cole Turner on "Charmed" and Doctor Doom in a pair of "Fantastic Four" movies."He loved his family," Kelly McMahon added. "He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Actor Julian McMahon died at 56 "after a valiant effort to overcome cancer," his wife, Kelly McMahon, confirmed to USA TODAY in a statement on July 5.McMahon was best known for his roles as Christian Troy on "Nip/Tuck," Cole Turner on "Charmed" and Doctor Doom in a pair of "Fantastic Four" movies."He loved his family," Kelly McMahon added. "He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible."

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Actor Julian McMahon died at 56 "after a valiant effort to overcome cancer," his wife, Kelly McMahon, confirmed to USA TODAY in a statement on July 5.McMahon was best known for his roles as Christian Troy on "Nip/Tuck," Cole Turner on "Charmed" and Doctor Doom in a pair of "Fantastic Four" movies."He loved his family," Kelly McMahon added. "He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible."

">Actor Julian McMahon died at 56 "after a valiant effort to overcome cancer," his wife, Kelly McMahon, confirmed to USA TODAY in a statement on July 5.McMahon was best known for his roles as Christian Troy on "Nip/Tuck," Cole Turner on "Charmed" and Doctor Doom in a pair of "Fantastic Four" movies."He loved his family," Kelly McMahon added. "He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible."

" src=https://ift.tt/FL5MRgO class=caas-img>Michael Madsen, a prolific actor and longstanding Quentin Tarantino collaborator, has died at 67. Madsen died July 3, following a cardiac arrest, manager Ron Smith confirmed to USA TODAY. Madsen appeared in some of Tarantino's biggest films, including "Reservoir Dogs," "Kill Bill: Vol. 2" and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood," and was known for playing a tough guy on screen and enjoyed success in the movie business for over four decades, racking up some 300 credits.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Michael Madsen, a prolific actor and longstanding Quentin Tarantino collaborator, has died at 67. Madsen died July 3, following a cardiac arrest, manager Ron Smith confirmed to USA TODAY. Madsen appeared in some of Tarantino's biggest films, including "Reservoir Dogs," "Kill Bill: Vol. 2" and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood," and was known for playing a tough guy on screen and enjoyed success in the movie business for over four decades, racking up some 300 credits.

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Michael Madsen, a prolific actor and longstanding Quentin Tarantino collaborator, has died at 67. Madsen died July 3, following a cardiac arrest, manager Ron Smith confirmed to USA TODAY. Madsen appeared in some of Tarantino's biggest films, including "Reservoir Dogs," "Kill Bill: Vol. 2" and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood," and was known for playing a tough guy on screen and enjoyed success in the movie business for over four decades, racking up some 300 credits.

">Michael Madsen, a prolific actor and longstanding Quentin Tarantino collaborator, has died at 67. Madsen died July 3, following a cardiac arrest, manager Ron Smith confirmed to USA TODAY. Madsen appeared in some of Tarantino's biggest films, including "Reservoir Dogs," "Kill Bill: Vol. 2" and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood," and was known for playing a tough guy on screen and enjoyed success in the movie business for over four decades, racking up some 300 credits.

" src=https://ift.tt/PjOkhms class=caas-img>Bill Moyers, a former press secretary to President Lyndon B. Johnson who became a respected broadcast journalist in his post-political career, died June 26 after a long illness. He was 91. His death was confirmed by Tom Johnson, a former CNN CEO who worked for Moyers in LBJ's administration. "I believe he reached the same stature as Edward R. Murrow," Tom Johnson told USA TODAY, adding he was "in many ways the son LBJ never had."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Bill Moyers, a former press secretary to President Lyndon B. Johnson who became a respected broadcast journalist in his post-political career, died June 26 after a long illness. He was 91. His death was confirmed by Tom Johnson, a former CNN CEO who worked for Moyers in LBJ's administration. "I believe he reached the same stature as Edward R. Murrow," Tom Johnson told USA TODAY, adding he was "in many ways the son LBJ never had."

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Bill Moyers, a former press secretary to President Lyndon B. Johnson who became a respected broadcast journalist in his post-political career, died June 26 after a long illness. He was 91. His death was confirmed by Tom Johnson, a former CNN CEO who worked for Moyers in LBJ's administration. "I believe he reached the same stature as Edward R. Murrow," Tom Johnson told USA TODAY, adding he was "in many ways the son LBJ never had."

">Bill Moyers, a former press secretary to President Lyndon B. Johnson who became a respected broadcast journalist in his post-political career, died June 26 after a long illness. He was 91. His death was confirmed by Tom Johnson, a former CNN CEO who worked for Moyers in LBJ's administration. "I believe he reached the same stature as Edward R. Murrow," Tom Johnson told USA TODAY, adding he was "in many ways the son LBJ never had."

" src=https://ift.tt/3x8Eadn class=caas-img>Bobby Sherman, a 1960s teen idol and pop star-turned-public servant, has died. He was 81.

John Stamos announced Sherman's death in a June 24, Instagram announcement in collaboration with Sherman's wife, Brigitte Poublon Sherman.

"From one ex teen idol, to another - rest in peace Bobby Sherman," Stamos wrote. "It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Bobby Sherman," Poublon said in an ensuing statement. "Bobby left this world holding my hand—just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Bobby Sherman, a 1960s teen idol and pop star-turned-public servant, has died. He was 81.

John Stamos announced Sherman's death in a June 24, Instagram announcement in collaboration with Sherman's wife, Brigitte Poublon Sherman.

"From one ex teen idol, to another - rest in peace Bobby Sherman," Stamos wrote. "It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Bobby Sherman," Poublon said in an ensuing statement. "Bobby left this world holding my hand—just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage."

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Bobby Sherman, a 1960s teen idol and pop star-turned-public servant, has died. He was 81.

John Stamos announced Sherman's death in a June 24, Instagram announcement in collaboration with Sherman's wife, Brigitte Poublon Sherman.

"From one ex teen idol, to another - rest in peace Bobby Sherman," Stamos wrote. "It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Bobby Sherman," Poublon said in an ensuing statement. "Bobby left this world holding my hand—just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage."

">Bobby Sherman, a 1960s teen idol and pop star-turned-public servant, has died. He was 81.

John Stamos announced Sherman's death in a June 24, Instagram announcement in collaboration with Sherman's wife, Brigitte Poublon Sherman.

"From one ex teen idol, to another - rest in peace Bobby Sherman," Stamos wrote. "It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Bobby Sherman," Poublon said in an ensuing statement. "Bobby left this world holding my hand—just as he held up our life with love, courage, and unwavering grace through all 29 beautiful years of marriage."

" src=https://ift.tt/4CDvrfl class=caas-img>Mick Ralphs, whose guitar playing colored the songs of British rock bands Bad Company and Mott the Hoople, has died. He was 81.

Kymm Britton, a representative for Ralphs and Bad Company bandmates Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke, confirmed Ralphs' death. No cause was provided.

"Our Mick has passed, my heart just hit the ground. He has left us with exceptional songs and memories. He was my friend, my songwriting partner, an amazing and versatile guitarist who had the greatest sense of humour," Rodgers said in a statement. Kirke also expressed his love for "a dear friend, a wonderful songwriter and an exceptional guitarist."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Mick Ralphs, whose guitar playing colored the songs of British rock bands Bad Company and Mott the Hoople, has died. He was 81.

Kymm Britton, a representative for Ralphs and Bad Company bandmates Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke, confirmed Ralphs' death. No cause was provided.

"Our Mick has passed, my heart just hit the ground. He has left us with exceptional songs and memories. He was my friend, my songwriting partner, an amazing and versatile guitarist who had the greatest sense of humour," Rodgers said in a statement. Kirke also expressed his love for "a dear friend, a wonderful songwriter and an exceptional guitarist."

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Mick Ralphs, whose guitar playing colored the songs of British rock bands Bad Company and Mott the Hoople, has died. He was 81.

Kymm Britton, a representative for Ralphs and Bad Company bandmates Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke, confirmed Ralphs' death. No cause was provided.

"Our Mick has passed, my heart just hit the ground. He has left us with exceptional songs and memories. He was my friend, my songwriting partner, an amazing and versatile guitarist who had the greatest sense of humour," Rodgers said in a statement. Kirke also expressed his love for "a dear friend, a wonderful songwriter and an exceptional guitarist."

">Mick Ralphs, whose guitar playing colored the songs of British rock bands Bad Company and Mott the Hoople, has died. He was 81.

Kymm Britton, a representative for Ralphs and Bad Company bandmates Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke, confirmed Ralphs' death. No cause was provided.

"Our Mick has passed, my heart just hit the ground. He has left us with exceptional songs and memories. He was my friend, my songwriting partner, an amazing and versatile guitarist who had the greatest sense of humour," Rodgers said in a statement. Kirke also expressed his love for "a dear friend, a wonderful songwriter and an exceptional guitarist."

" src=https://ift.tt/CyStFf8 class=caas-img>David Hamilton, an Emmy-nominated composer and cofounding keyboard player of the band Pavlov's Dog, died at age 74, his reps confirmed to Deadline. His death on June 20 was also confirmed via an official obituary.Hamilton studied classical music in the United Kingdom before returning to his birth city of St. Louis to help found rock band Pavlov's Dog, to moderate success. He left the band to pursue work as a television and film composer. His music was featured at least 15 movies and TV shows, including the CBS legal drama "Orleans," which got him a Primetime Emmy nomination for outstanding music composition for a series in 1997.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>David Hamilton, an Emmy-nominated composer and cofounding keyboard player of the band Pavlov's Dog, died at age 74, his reps confirmed to Deadline. His death on June 20 was also confirmed via an official obituary.Hamilton studied classical music in the United Kingdom before returning to his birth city of St. Louis to help found rock band Pavlov's Dog, to moderate success. He left the band to pursue work as a television and film composer. His music was featured at least 15 movies and TV shows, including the CBS legal drama "Orleans," which got him a Primetime Emmy nomination for outstanding music composition for a series in 1997.

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David Hamilton, an Emmy-nominated composer and cofounding keyboard player of the band Pavlov's Dog, died at age 74, his reps confirmed to Deadline. His death on June 20 was also confirmed via an official obituary.Hamilton studied classical music in the United Kingdom before returning to his birth city of St. Louis to help found rock band Pavlov's Dog, to moderate success. He left the band to pursue work as a television and film composer. His music was featured at least 15 movies and TV shows, including the CBS legal drama "Orleans," which got him a Primetime Emmy nomination for outstanding music composition for a series in 1997.

">David Hamilton, an Emmy-nominated composer and cofounding keyboard player of the band Pavlov's Dog, died at age 74, his reps confirmed to Deadline. His death on June 20 was also confirmed via an official obituary.Hamilton studied classical music in the United Kingdom before returning to his birth city of St. Louis to help found rock band Pavlov's Dog, to moderate success. He left the band to pursue work as a television and film composer. His music was featured at least 15 movies and TV shows, including the CBS legal drama "Orleans," which got him a Primetime Emmy nomination for outstanding music composition for a series in 1997.

" src=https://ift.tt/vV7zwl6 class=caas-img>Anne Burrell, best known for her numerous appearances on the Food Network, died on June 17 at her home in New York, according to a press release from the Food Network. She was 55. A cause of death was not disclosed. Burrell, a recognizable figure on the culinary channel thanks to her spiky platinum blonde hairdo and tart wit, made her Food Network debut in 2005 on "Iron Chef America." She also hosted her own series "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef" and "Worst Cooks in America."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Chef and TV personality Anne Burrell, best known for her numerous appearances on the Food Network, died on June 17 at her home in New York, according to a press release from the Food Network. She was 55. A cause of death was not disclosed. Burrell, a recognizable figure on the culinary channel thanks to her spiky platinum blonde hairdo and tart wit, made her Food Network debut in 2005 on "Iron Chef America." She also hosted her own series "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef" and "Worst Cooks in America."

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Chef and TV personality Anne Burrell, best known for her numerous appearances on the Food Network, died on June 17 at her home in New York, according to a press release from the Food Network. She was 55. A cause of death was not disclosed. Burrell, a recognizable figure on the culinary channel thanks to her spiky platinum blonde hairdo and tart wit, made her Food Network debut in 2005 on "Iron Chef America." She also hosted her own series "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef" and "Worst Cooks in America."

">Chef and TV personality Anne Burrell, best known for her numerous appearances on the Food Network, died on June 17 at her home in New York, according to a press release from the Food Network. She was 55. A cause of death was not disclosed. Burrell, a recognizable figure on the culinary channel thanks to her spiky platinum blonde hairdo and tart wit, made her Food Network debut in 2005 on "Iron Chef America." She also hosted her own series "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef" and "Worst Cooks in America."

" src=https://ift.tt/9oaSZFV class=caas-img>Lou Christie, who topped the Billboard chart in 1966 with "Lightnin' Strikes," died June 17 at 82 years old, representative Mary Fox confirmed to USA TODAY.Christie's early hits included "The Gypsy Cried" and "Two Faces Have I." His rendition of "Beyond the Blue Horizon" achieved a resurgence in 1988 after the song was featured in the Oscar-winning film "Rain Man."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Lou Christie, who topped the Billboard chart in 1966 with "Lightnin' Strikes," died June 17 at 82 years old, representative Mary Fox confirmed to USA TODAY.Christie's early hits included "The Gypsy Cried" and "Two Faces Have I." His rendition of "Beyond the Blue Horizon" achieved a resurgence in 1988 after the song was featured in the Oscar-winning film "Rain Man."

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Lou Christie, who topped the Billboard chart in 1966 with "Lightnin' Strikes," died June 17 at 82 years old, representative Mary Fox confirmed to USA TODAY.Christie's early hits included "The Gypsy Cried" and "Two Faces Have I." His rendition of "Beyond the Blue Horizon" achieved a resurgence in 1988 after the song was featured in the Oscar-winning film "Rain Man."

">Lou Christie, who topped the Billboard chart in 1966 with "Lightnin' Strikes," died June 17 at 82 years old, representative Mary Fox confirmed to USA TODAY.Christie's early hits included "The Gypsy Cried" and "Two Faces Have I." His rendition of "Beyond the Blue Horizon" achieved a resurgence in 1988 after the song was featured in the Oscar-winning film "Rain Man."

" src=https://ift.tt/R734vYy class=caas-img>Brian Wilson, an eclectic genius whose sunny Beach Boys songs helped define a revved-up era of American popular music, has died at age 82.

Wilson's family announced his death on social media June 11, and did not cite a cause. Wilson's epic career arc spanned most of his life and was as defined by prolonged bouts of mental illness as it was by meticulously constructed pop confections.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Brian Wilson, an eclectic genius whose sunny Beach Boys songs helped define a revved-up era of American popular music, has died at age 82.

Wilson's family announced his death on social media June 11, and did not cite a cause. Wilson's epic career arc spanned most of his life and was as defined by prolonged bouts of mental illness as it was by meticulously constructed pop confections.

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Brian Wilson, an eclectic genius whose sunny Beach Boys songs helped define a revved-up era of American popular music, has died at age 82.

Wilson's family announced his death on social media June 11, and did not cite a cause. Wilson's epic career arc spanned most of his life and was as defined by prolonged bouts of mental illness as it was by meticulously constructed pop confections.

">Brian Wilson, an eclectic genius whose sunny Beach Boys songs helped define a revved-up era of American popular music, has died at age 82.

Wilson's family announced his death on social media June 11, and did not cite a cause. Wilson's epic career arc spanned most of his life and was as defined by prolonged bouts of mental illness as it was by meticulously constructed pop confections.

" src=https://ift.tt/CmKdcIq class=caas-img>died at 82. The news was shared in a statement released by his family June 9. His death came "after a prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues," his family said. "Sly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his closest friend, and his extended family." After huge chart-topping success in the 1960s and 1970s, Stone had become an enigmatic and largely reclusive figure plagued by homelessness and health issues. But despite such misfortunes, the music created by the Texas-born California transplant and his trendsetting multi-racial, multi-gendered Bay Area band, the Family Stone, had never stopped being a touchstone for generations of musicians.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Sly Stone, a onetime San Francisco DJ turned pop and funk music innovator who was the frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, died at 82. The news was shared in a statement released by his family June 9. His death came "after a prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues," his family said. "Sly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his closest friend, and his extended family." After huge chart-topping success in the 1960s and 1970s, Stone had become an enigmatic and largely reclusive figure plagued by homelessness and health issues. But despite such misfortunes, the music created by the Texas-born California transplant and his trendsetting multi-racial, multi-gendered Bay Area band, the Family Stone, had never stopped being a touchstone for generations of musicians.

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Sly Stone, a onetime San Francisco DJ turned pop and funk music innovator who was the frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, died at 82. The news was shared in a statement released by his family June 9. His death came "after a prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues," his family said. "Sly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his closest friend, and his extended family." After huge chart-topping success in the 1960s and 1970s, Stone had become an enigmatic and largely reclusive figure plagued by homelessness and health issues. But despite such misfortunes, the music created by the Texas-born California transplant and his trendsetting multi-racial, multi-gendered Bay Area band, the Family Stone, had never stopped being a touchstone for generations of musicians.

">Sly Stone, a onetime San Francisco DJ turned pop and funk music innovator who was the frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, died at 82. The news was shared in a statement released by his family June 9. His death came "after a prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues," his family said. "Sly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his closest friend, and his extended family." After huge chart-topping success in the 1960s and 1970s, Stone had become an enigmatic and largely reclusive figure plagued by homelessness and health issues. But despite such misfortunes, the music created by the Texas-born California transplant and his trendsetting multi-racial, multi-gendered Bay Area band, the Family Stone, had never stopped being a touchstone for generations of musicians.

" src=https://ift.tt/GFy2Pxv class=caas-img>Randy White, husband of country singer Lorrie Morgan, has died following a battle with mouth cancer, Morgan announced in an emotional June 1 post on her social media pages. He was reportedly 72. "Randy has been my partner, my champion and my rock for 17 years," Morgan wrote. "Our big, wonderful family and I are devastated at the loss of this truly kind and incredible man. I was blessed by his love. Ran-Ran, I will love and miss you forever."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Randy White, husband of country singer Lorrie Morgan, has died following a battle with mouth cancer, Morgan announced in an emotional June 1 post on her social media pages. He was reportedly 72. "Randy has been my partner, my champion and my rock for 17 years," Morgan wrote. "Our big, wonderful family and I are devastated at the loss of this truly kind and incredible man. I was blessed by his love. Ran-Ran, I will love and miss you forever."

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Randy White, husband of country singer Lorrie Morgan, has died following a battle with mouth cancer, Morgan announced in an emotional June 1 post on her social media pages. He was reportedly 72. "Randy has been my partner, my champion and my rock for 17 years," Morgan wrote. "Our big, wonderful family and I are devastated at the loss of this truly kind and incredible man. I was blessed by his love. Ran-Ran, I will love and miss you forever."

">Randy White, husband of country singer Lorrie Morgan, has died following a battle with mouth cancer, Morgan announced in an emotional June 1 post on her social media pages. He was reportedly 72. "Randy has been my partner, my champion and my rock for 17 years," Morgan wrote. "Our big, wonderful family and I are devastated at the loss of this truly kind and incredible man. I was blessed by his love. Ran-Ran, I will love and miss you forever."

" src=https://ift.tt/MUl5o6t class=caas-img>died on May 30 at age 86.Victor voiced Abuelita in the 2017 Pixar animated movie "Coco" and starred as housekeeper Lupita on Showtime's "Weeds." She also had roles on shows like "Dead to Me," "Snowpiercer," "Vida" and "ER."Pixar paid tribute to Victor in an Instagram post, writing, "We are heartbroken to hear of the passing of Renée Victor, the voice Abuelita in 'Coco' and an incredible part of the Pixar family. We will always remember you."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Renée Victor, an actress and singer known for her roles in films like "Coco" and shows like "Weeds," died on May 30 at age 86.Victor voiced Abuelita in the 2017 Pixar animated movie "Coco" and starred as housekeeper Lupita on Showtime's "Weeds." She also had roles on shows like "Dead to Me," "Snowpiercer," "Vida" and "ER."Pixar paid tribute to Victor in an Instagram post, writing, "We are heartbroken to hear of the passing of Renée Victor, the voice Abuelita in 'Coco' and an incredible part of the Pixar family. We will always remember you."

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Renée Victor, an actress and singer known for her roles in films like "Coco" and shows like "Weeds," died on May 30 at age 86.Victor voiced Abuelita in the 2017 Pixar animated movie "Coco" and starred as housekeeper Lupita on Showtime's "Weeds." She also had roles on shows like "Dead to Me," "Snowpiercer," "Vida" and "ER."Pixar paid tribute to Victor in an Instagram post, writing, "We are heartbroken to hear of the passing of Renée Victor, the voice Abuelita in 'Coco' and an incredible part of the Pixar family. We will always remember you."

">Renée Victor, an actress and singer known for her roles in films like "Coco" and shows like "Weeds," died on May 30 at age 86.Victor voiced Abuelita in the 2017 Pixar animated movie "Coco" and starred as housekeeper Lupita on Showtime's "Weeds." She also had roles on shows like "Dead to Me," "Snowpiercer," "Vida" and "ER."Pixar paid tribute to Victor in an Instagram post, writing, "We are heartbroken to hear of the passing of Renée Victor, the voice Abuelita in 'Coco' and an incredible part of the Pixar family. We will always remember you."

" src=https://ift.tt/9zgHJdh class=caas-img>died Friday, May 30, after a battle with cancer.Mahaffey also appeared in films like "Seabiscuit," "Sully" and "French Exit" and shows like "The Doctors" and "Young Sheldon."She is survived by her husband Joseph Kell and daughter Alice.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Valerie Mahaffey, the Emmy-winning actress best known for her role as Eve on "Northern Exposure," died Friday, May 30, after a battle with cancer.Mahaffey also appeared in films like "Seabiscuit," "Sully" and "French Exit" and shows like "The Doctors" and "Young Sheldon."She is survived by her husband Joseph Kell and daughter Alice.

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Valerie Mahaffey, the Emmy-winning actress best known for her role as Eve on "Northern Exposure," died Friday, May 30, after a battle with cancer.Mahaffey also appeared in films like "Seabiscuit," "Sully" and "French Exit" and shows like "The Doctors" and "Young Sheldon."She is survived by her husband Joseph Kell and daughter Alice.

">Valerie Mahaffey, the Emmy-winning actress best known for her role as Eve on "Northern Exposure," died Friday, May 30, after a battle with cancer.Mahaffey also appeared in films like "Seabiscuit," "Sully" and "French Exit" and shows like "The Doctors" and "Young Sheldon."She is survived by her husband Joseph Kell and daughter Alice.

" src=https://ift.tt/EAy12lN class=caas-img>died May 30 of suspected natural causes, her publicist said in a statement shared with USA TODAY. She was 87.Through all 11 seasons of CBS' Korean War dramedy, Swit infused humanity into the highly capable head nurse for the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Loretta Swit, the Emmy-winning actress best known for playing head nurse Maj. Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan on the classic TV series "M*A*S*H," died May 30 of suspected natural causes, her publicist said in a statement shared with USA TODAY. She was 87.Through all 11 seasons of CBS' Korean War dramedy, Swit infused humanity into the highly capable head nurse for the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital.

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Loretta Swit, the Emmy-winning actress best known for playing head nurse Maj. Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan on the classic TV series "M*A*S*H," died May 30 of suspected natural causes, her publicist said in a statement shared with USA TODAY. She was 87.Through all 11 seasons of CBS' Korean War dramedy, Swit infused humanity into the highly capable head nurse for the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital.

">Loretta Swit, the Emmy-winning actress best known for playing head nurse Maj. Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan on the classic TV series "M*A*S*H," died May 30 of suspected natural causes, her publicist said in a statement shared with USA TODAY. She was 87.Through all 11 seasons of CBS' Korean War dramedy, Swit infused humanity into the highly capable head nurse for the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital.

" src=https://ift.tt/54ia1ZG class=caas-img>Actor Ed Gale, best known for playing Chucky in 1988's "Child's Play," died at 61, his representative confirmed to USA TODAY on May 28. Among Gale's dozens of film and TV credits were "Spaceballs," "Howard the Duck" and "The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle," per IMDB.

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Actor Ed Gale, best known for playing Chucky in 1988's "Child's Play," died at 61, his representative confirmed to USA TODAY on May 28. Among Gale's dozens of film and TV credits were "Spaceballs," "Howard the Duck" and "The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle," per IMDB.

">Actor Ed Gale, best known for playing Chucky in 1988's "Child's Play," died at 61, his representative confirmed to USA TODAY on May 28. Among Gale's dozens of film and TV credits were "Spaceballs," "Howard the Duck" and "The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle," per IMDB.

" src=https://ift.tt/ZokarwW class=caas-img>Phil Robertson, best known for his role on the reality series "Duck Dynasty," has died following a recent Alzheimer's disease diagnosis, Robertson's son Willie and daughter-in-law Korie confirmed in a May 25 social media post. Robertson, pictured here with wife Marsha Kay "Miss Kay" Carroway Robertson, was 79."Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, his bold faith, and by his desire to tell everyone who would listen the Good News of Jesus," Willie and Korie wrote. "We are grateful for his life on earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Professional hunter and TV personality Phil Robertson, best known for his role on the reality series "Duck Dynasty," has died following a recent Alzheimer's disease diagnosis, Robertson's son Willie and daughter-in-law Korie confirmed in a May 25 social media post. Robertson, pictured here with wife Marsha Kay "Miss Kay" Carroway Robertson, was 79."Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, his bold faith, and by his desire to tell everyone who would listen the Good News of Jesus," Willie and Korie wrote. "We are grateful for his life on earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again."

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Professional hunter and TV personality Phil Robertson, best known for his role on the reality series "Duck Dynasty," has died following a recent Alzheimer's disease diagnosis, Robertson's son Willie and daughter-in-law Korie confirmed in a May 25 social media post. Robertson, pictured here with wife Marsha Kay "Miss Kay" Carroway Robertson, was 79."Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, his bold faith, and by his desire to tell everyone who would listen the Good News of Jesus," Willie and Korie wrote. "We are grateful for his life on earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again."

">Professional hunter and TV personality Phil Robertson, best known for his role on the reality series "Duck Dynasty," has died following a recent Alzheimer's disease diagnosis, Robertson's son Willie and daughter-in-law Korie confirmed in a May 25 social media post. Robertson, pictured here with wife Marsha Kay "Miss Kay" Carroway Robertson, was 79."Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, his bold faith, and by his desire to tell everyone who would listen the Good News of Jesus," Willie and Korie wrote. "We are grateful for his life on earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again."

" src=https://ift.tt/QxtONhR class=caas-img>died May 20. He was 76.His publicist confirmed the actor's death to USA TODAY, writing in a statement that he'd "died peacefully in his sleep while at home."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>George Wendt, best known for his role as beer-quaffing bar regular Norm Peterson on the NBC hit comedy "Cheers," died May 20. He was 76.His publicist confirmed the actor's death to USA TODAY, writing in a statement that he'd "died peacefully in his sleep while at home."

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George Wendt, best known for his role as beer-quaffing bar regular Norm Peterson on the NBC hit comedy "Cheers," died May 20. He was 76.His publicist confirmed the actor's death to USA TODAY, writing in a statement that he'd "died peacefully in his sleep while at home."

">George Wendt, best known for his role as beer-quaffing bar regular Norm Peterson on the NBC hit comedy "Cheers," died May 20. He was 76.His publicist confirmed the actor's death to USA TODAY, writing in a statement that he'd "died peacefully in his sleep while at home."

" src=https://ift.tt/Tug9iFQ class=caas-img>Filmmaker James Foley died at 71 following a year-long battle with brain cancer, a representative confirmed to USA TODAY on May 9. The "House of Cards" director made his cinematic debut with 1984's "Reckless" and went on to direct films such as "Glengarry Glen Ross," "Fifty Shades Darker" and "Fifty Shades Freed."

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Filmmaker James Foley died at 71 following a year-long battle with brain cancer, a representative confirmed to USA TODAY on May 9. The "House of Cards" director made his cinematic debut with 1984's "Reckless" and went on to direct films such as "Glengarry Glen Ross," "Fifty Shades Darker" and "Fifty Shades Freed."

">Filmmaker James Foley died at 71 following a year-long battle with brain cancer, a representative confirmed to USA TODAY on May 9. The "House of Cards" director made his cinematic debut with 1984's "Reckless" and went on to direct films such as "Glengarry Glen Ross," "Fifty Shades Darker" and "Fifty Shades Freed."

" src=https://ift.tt/HST4irf class=caas-img>Ruth Buzzi, a variety-show veteran most famous for her role on "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In," died May 1. She was 88.

Buzzi died at her Texas home, her agent Michael Eisenstadt confirmed to USA TODAY in a May 2 statement. A female comic from an era when they were scarce, Buzzi "died peacefully in her sleep" following several years of hospice care for Alzheimer's disease, a neurodegenerative condition.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Ruth Buzzi, a variety-show veteran most famous for her role on "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In," died May 1. She was 88.

Buzzi died at her Texas home, her agent Michael Eisenstadt confirmed to USA TODAY in a May 2 statement. A female comic from an era when they were scarce, Buzzi "died peacefully in her sleep" following several years of hospice care for Alzheimer's disease, a neurodegenerative condition.

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Ruth Buzzi, a variety-show veteran most famous for her role on "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In," died May 1. She was 88.

Buzzi died at her Texas home, her agent Michael Eisenstadt confirmed to USA TODAY in a May 2 statement. A female comic from an era when they were scarce, Buzzi "died peacefully in her sleep" following several years of hospice care for Alzheimer's disease, a neurodegenerative condition.

">Ruth Buzzi, a variety-show veteran most famous for her role on "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In," died May 1. She was 88.

Buzzi died at her Texas home, her agent Michael Eisenstadt confirmed to USA TODAY in a May 2 statement. A female comic from an era when they were scarce, Buzzi "died peacefully in her sleep" following several years of hospice care for Alzheimer's disease, a neurodegenerative condition.

" src=https://ift.tt/7JOg1rk class=caas-img>I Kissed A Girl" and the "satirical gem" "Supermodel" from the "Clueless" soundtrack, died at 66.

Sobule's representatives announced the news in a May 1 press release, which revealed her cause of death was "a house fire early this morning" in Minnesota. The musician was slated to perform throughout the U.S. in 2025, with a Colorado show scheduled for the day after her death.On Sobule's website, "I Kissed A Girl" is described as "the first ever openly queer-themed Billboard Top 20 record."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Jill Sobule, the singer/songwriter whose hits included "I Kissed A Girl" and the "satirical gem" "Supermodel" from the "Clueless" soundtrack, died at 66.

Sobule's representatives announced the news in a May 1 press release, which revealed her cause of death was "a house fire early this morning" in Minnesota. The musician was slated to perform throughout the U.S. in 2025, with a Colorado show scheduled for the day after her death.On Sobule's website, "I Kissed A Girl" is described as "the first ever openly queer-themed Billboard Top 20 record."

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Jill Sobule, the singer/songwriter whose hits included "I Kissed A Girl" and the "satirical gem" "Supermodel" from the "Clueless" soundtrack, died at 66.

Sobule's representatives announced the news in a May 1 press release, which revealed her cause of death was "a house fire early this morning" in Minnesota. The musician was slated to perform throughout the U.S. in 2025, with a Colorado show scheduled for the day after her death.On Sobule's website, "I Kissed A Girl" is described as "the first ever openly queer-themed Billboard Top 20 record."

">Jill Sobule, the singer/songwriter whose hits included "I Kissed A Girl" and the "satirical gem" "Supermodel" from the "Clueless" soundtrack, died at 66.

Sobule's representatives announced the news in a May 1 press release, which revealed her cause of death was "a house fire early this morning" in Minnesota. The musician was slated to perform throughout the U.S. in 2025, with a Colorado show scheduled for the day after her death.On Sobule's website, "I Kissed A Girl" is described as "the first ever openly queer-themed Billboard Top 20 record."

" src=https://ift.tt/jq34rFC class=caas-img>Priscilla Pointer, best known for her roles in the 1980s soap opera "Dallas" and horror film classic "Carrie," died on April 28 at age 100, Pointer's son David Irving confirmed to USA TODAY. Pointer died of natural causes at an assisted-living facility in Ridgefield, Connecticut.Pointer's children also included fellow actress Amy Irving, left, who Pointer co-starred with in the 1976 supernatural horror "Carrie." Amy played Sue Snell, a classmate of Carrie's who is scarred by the girl's deadly rampage, while Pointer portrayed Snell's mother.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Actress Priscilla Pointer, best known for her roles in the 1980s soap opera "Dallas" and horror film classic "Carrie," died on April 28 at age 100, Pointer's son David Irving confirmed to USA TODAY. Pointer died of natural causes at an assisted-living facility in Ridgefield, Connecticut.Pointer's children also included fellow actress Amy Irving, left, who Pointer co-starred with in the 1976 supernatural horror "Carrie." Amy played Sue Snell, a classmate of Carrie's who is scarred by the girl's deadly rampage, while Pointer portrayed Snell's mother.

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Actress Priscilla Pointer, best known for her roles in the 1980s soap opera "Dallas" and horror film classic "Carrie," died on April 28 at age 100, Pointer's son David Irving confirmed to USA TODAY. Pointer died of natural causes at an assisted-living facility in Ridgefield, Connecticut.Pointer's children also included fellow actress Amy Irving, left, who Pointer co-starred with in the 1976 supernatural horror "Carrie." Amy played Sue Snell, a classmate of Carrie's who is scarred by the girl's deadly rampage, while Pointer portrayed Snell's mother.

">Actress Priscilla Pointer, best known for her roles in the 1980s soap opera "Dallas" and horror film classic "Carrie," died on April 28 at age 100, Pointer's son David Irving confirmed to USA TODAY. Pointer died of natural causes at an assisted-living facility in Ridgefield, Connecticut.Pointer's children also included fellow actress Amy Irving, left, who Pointer co-starred with in the 1976 supernatural horror "Carrie." Amy played Sue Snell, a classmate of Carrie's who is scarred by the girl's deadly rampage, while Pointer portrayed Snell's mother.

" src=https://ift.tt/irIBSFD class=caas-img>On "Hee Haw," which debuted in 1969, Roman charmed audiences with her comedic timing, infectious laughter and powerful singing voice. Outside the show, Roman also enjoyed a successful career as a gospel singer, winning several Dove Awards from the Gospel Music Association.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Comedian and singer Lulu Roman, best known for her appearances on the country music variety show "Hee Haw," died "unexpectedly" on April 23 at age 78, according to a press release. A cause of death was not disclosed.On "Hee Haw," which debuted in 1969, Roman charmed audiences with her comedic timing, infectious laughter and powerful singing voice. Outside the show, Roman also enjoyed a successful career as a gospel singer, winning several Dove Awards from the Gospel Music Association.

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Comedian and singer Lulu Roman, best known for her appearances on the country music variety show "Hee Haw," died "unexpectedly" on April 23 at age 78, according to a press release. A cause of death was not disclosed.On "Hee Haw," which debuted in 1969, Roman charmed audiences with her comedic timing, infectious laughter and powerful singing voice. Outside the show, Roman also enjoyed a successful career as a gospel singer, winning several Dove Awards from the Gospel Music Association.

">Comedian and singer Lulu Roman, best known for her appearances on the country music variety show "Hee Haw," died "unexpectedly" on April 23 at age 78, according to a press release. A cause of death was not disclosed.On "Hee Haw," which debuted in 1969, Roman charmed audiences with her comedic timing, infectious laughter and powerful singing voice. Outside the show, Roman also enjoyed a successful career as a gospel singer, winning several Dove Awards from the Gospel Music Association.

" src=https://ift.tt/svnjyYz class=caas-img>Sophie Nyweide, best known for her roles in the films "Mammoth" and "An Invisible Sign," died on April 14 at age 24, according to an obituary published on Legacy.com April 17. Nyweide's mother, actress Shelly Gibson, confirmed her daughter's death to The Hollywood Reporter and TMZ in articles published April 22. A cause of death was not disclosed. "Sophie. A life ended too soon. May it not be in vain," Nyweide's obituary stated. "May we all learn from her brief life on earth and do better. Yes, we must all protect our children and do better."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Actress and former child star Sophie Nyweide, best known for her roles in the films "Mammoth" and "An Invisible Sign," died on April 14 at age 24, according to an obituary published on Legacy.com April 17. Nyweide's mother, actress Shelly Gibson, confirmed her daughter's death to The Hollywood Reporter and TMZ in articles published April 22. A cause of death was not disclosed. "Sophie. A life ended too soon. May it not be in vain," Nyweide's obituary stated. "May we all learn from her brief life on earth and do better. Yes, we must all protect our children and do better."

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Actress and former child star Sophie Nyweide, best known for her roles in the films "Mammoth" and "An Invisible Sign," died on April 14 at age 24, according to an obituary published on Legacy.com April 17. Nyweide's mother, actress Shelly Gibson, confirmed her daughter's death to The Hollywood Reporter and TMZ in articles published April 22. A cause of death was not disclosed. "Sophie. A life ended too soon. May it not be in vain," Nyweide's obituary stated. "May we all learn from her brief life on earth and do better. Yes, we must all protect our children and do better."

">Actress and former child star Sophie Nyweide, best known for her roles in the films "Mammoth" and "An Invisible Sign," died on April 14 at age 24, according to an obituary published on Legacy.com April 17. Nyweide's mother, actress Shelly Gibson, confirmed her daughter's death to The Hollywood Reporter and TMZ in articles published April 22. A cause of death was not disclosed. "Sophie. A life ended too soon. May it not be in vain," Nyweide's obituary stated. "May we all learn from her brief life on earth and do better. Yes, we must all protect our children and do better."

" src=https://ift.tt/D6ZIlt4 class=caas-img>Wink Martindale, best known for helming the game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," died April 15 at age 91, according to The Hollywood Reporter and the Los Angeles Times. The former disc jockey, born Winston Conrad Martindale, died in Rancho Mirage, California, while surrounded by his family. A cause of death was not given.

After hosting the musical game shows "What's This Song?" and "Words and Music" for NBC, Martindale became a household name when he was chosen by CBS to head its blackjack-themed series "Gambit" in 1972. He hosted the show's original run through 1976 and later emceed a Las Vegas spinoff on NBC from 1980-1981.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>TV and radio host Wink Martindale, best known for helming the game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," died April 15 at age 91, according to The Hollywood Reporter and the Los Angeles Times. The former disc jockey, born Winston Conrad Martindale, died in Rancho Mirage, California, while surrounded by his family. A cause of death was not given.

After hosting the musical game shows "What's This Song?" and "Words and Music" for NBC, Martindale became a household name when he was chosen by CBS to head its blackjack-themed series "Gambit" in 1972. He hosted the show's original run through 1976 and later emceed a Las Vegas spinoff on NBC from 1980-1981.

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TV and radio host Wink Martindale, best known for helming the game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," died April 15 at age 91, according to The Hollywood Reporter and the Los Angeles Times. The former disc jockey, born Winston Conrad Martindale, died in Rancho Mirage, California, while surrounded by his family. A cause of death was not given.

After hosting the musical game shows "What's This Song?" and "Words and Music" for NBC, Martindale became a household name when he was chosen by CBS to head its blackjack-themed series "Gambit" in 1972. He hosted the show's original run through 1976 and later emceed a Las Vegas spinoff on NBC from 1980-1981.

">TV and radio host Wink Martindale, best known for helming the game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," died April 15 at age 91, according to The Hollywood Reporter and the Los Angeles Times. The former disc jockey, born Winston Conrad Martindale, died in Rancho Mirage, California, while surrounded by his family. A cause of death was not given.

After hosting the musical game shows "What's This Song?" and "Words and Music" for NBC, Martindale became a household name when he was chosen by CBS to head its blackjack-themed series "Gambit" in 1972. He hosted the show's original run through 1976 and later emceed a Las Vegas spinoff on NBC from 1980-1981.

" src=https://ift.tt/Zkbu2wL class=caas-img>funeral notice for Binks lists his passing at a London hospital, with some reports adding his death occurred March 15.

Judas Priest wrote in an Instagram post: "We are deeply saddened about the passing of Les and send our love to his family, friends and fans. The acclaimed drumming he provided was first class – demonstrating his unique techniques, flair, style and precision. Thank you, Les – your acclaim will live on …"

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Les Binks, the drummer responsible for Judas Priest's beats in the late-'70s, has died at 73, the band announced on social media April 15. A funeral notice for Binks lists his passing at a London hospital, with some reports adding his death occurred March 15.

Judas Priest wrote in an Instagram post: "We are deeply saddened about the passing of Les and send our love to his family, friends and fans. The acclaimed drumming he provided was first class – demonstrating his unique techniques, flair, style and precision. Thank you, Les – your acclaim will live on …"

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Les Binks, the drummer responsible for Judas Priest's beats in the late-'70s, has died at 73, the band announced on social media April 15. A funeral notice for Binks lists his passing at a London hospital, with some reports adding his death occurred March 15.

Judas Priest wrote in an Instagram post: "We are deeply saddened about the passing of Les and send our love to his family, friends and fans. The acclaimed drumming he provided was first class – demonstrating his unique techniques, flair, style and precision. Thank you, Les – your acclaim will live on …"

">Les Binks, the drummer responsible for Judas Priest's beats in the late-'70s, has died at 73, the band announced on social media April 15. A funeral notice for Binks lists his passing at a London hospital, with some reports adding his death occurred March 15.

Judas Priest wrote in an Instagram post: "We are deeply saddened about the passing of Les and send our love to his family, friends and fans. The acclaimed drumming he provided was first class – demonstrating his unique techniques, flair, style and precision. Thank you, Les – your acclaim will live on …"

" src=https://ift.tt/bAS51YZ class=caas-img>Mario Vargas Llosa, who enchanted readers with his intellectual rigor and lyrical prose for five decades and came close to being president of his country, died April 13 at 89.

He died in Lima, Peru, surrounded by his family and "at peace," his son Alvaro Vargas Llosa, a well-known political commentator, said on X.

"His departure will sadden his relatives, his friends and his readers around the world, but we hope that they will find comfort, as we do, in the fact that he enjoyed a long, adventurous and fruitful life, and leaves behind him a body of work that will outlive him," his son wrote.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Peruvian writer Mario Vargas Llosa, who enchanted readers with his intellectual rigor and lyrical prose for five decades and came close to being president of his country, died April 13 at 89.

He died in Lima, Peru, surrounded by his family and "at peace," his son Alvaro Vargas Llosa, a well-known political commentator, said on X.

"His departure will sadden his relatives, his friends and his readers around the world, but we hope that they will find comfort, as we do, in the fact that he enjoyed a long, adventurous and fruitful life, and leaves behind him a body of work that will outlive him," his son wrote.

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Peruvian writer Mario Vargas Llosa, who enchanted readers with his intellectual rigor and lyrical prose for five decades and came close to being president of his country, died April 13 at 89.

He died in Lima, Peru, surrounded by his family and "at peace," his son Alvaro Vargas Llosa, a well-known political commentator, said on X.

"His departure will sadden his relatives, his friends and his readers around the world, but we hope that they will find comfort, as we do, in the fact that he enjoyed a long, adventurous and fruitful life, and leaves behind him a body of work that will outlive him," his son wrote.

">Peruvian writer Mario Vargas Llosa, who enchanted readers with his intellectual rigor and lyrical prose for five decades and came close to being president of his country, died April 13 at 89.

He died in Lima, Peru, surrounded by his family and "at peace," his son Alvaro Vargas Llosa, a well-known political commentator, said on X.

"His departure will sadden his relatives, his friends and his readers around the world, but we hope that they will find comfort, as we do, in the fact that he enjoyed a long, adventurous and fruitful life, and leaves behind him a body of work that will outlive him," his son wrote.

" src=https://ift.tt/TrX23Be class=caas-img>Jean Marsh, best known for co-creating and starring in the series "Upstairs, Downstairs," died April 13 at age 90, according to reports. Marsh died "peacefully in bed" due to complications of dementia, the actress's close friend, filmmaker Michael Lindsay-Hogg, told The New York Times and The Guardian. Marsh's agent also confirmed her death to the BBC.

Marsh created "Upstairs, Downstairs," which tackled the decline of British aristocracy in the early 1900s, with Eileen Atkins, John Hawkesworth and John Whitney. The period drama received critical acclaim, winning two BAFTA awards, seven Primetime Emmys (including a best drama actress win for Marsh) and a Golden Globe for best drama series.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>British actress and writer Jean Marsh, best known for co-creating and starring in the series "Upstairs, Downstairs," died April 13 at age 90, according to reports. Marsh died "peacefully in bed" due to complications of dementia, the actress's close friend, filmmaker Michael Lindsay-Hogg, told The New York Times and The Guardian. Marsh's agent also confirmed her death to the BBC.

Marsh created "Upstairs, Downstairs," which tackled the decline of British aristocracy in the early 1900s, with Eileen Atkins, John Hawkesworth and John Whitney. The period drama received critical acclaim, winning two BAFTA awards, seven Primetime Emmys (including a best drama actress win for Marsh) and a Golden Globe for best drama series.

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British actress and writer Jean Marsh, best known for co-creating and starring in the series "Upstairs, Downstairs," died April 13 at age 90, according to reports. Marsh died "peacefully in bed" due to complications of dementia, the actress's close friend, filmmaker Michael Lindsay-Hogg, told The New York Times and The Guardian. Marsh's agent also confirmed her death to the BBC.

Marsh created "Upstairs, Downstairs," which tackled the decline of British aristocracy in the early 1900s, with Eileen Atkins, John Hawkesworth and John Whitney. The period drama received critical acclaim, winning two BAFTA awards, seven Primetime Emmys (including a best drama actress win for Marsh) and a Golden Globe for best drama series.

">British actress and writer Jean Marsh, best known for co-creating and starring in the series "Upstairs, Downstairs," died April 13 at age 90, according to reports. Marsh died "peacefully in bed" due to complications of dementia, the actress's close friend, filmmaker Michael Lindsay-Hogg, told The New York Times and The Guardian. Marsh's agent also confirmed her death to the BBC.

Marsh created "Upstairs, Downstairs," which tackled the decline of British aristocracy in the early 1900s, with Eileen Atkins, John Hawkesworth and John Whitney. The period drama received critical acclaim, winning two BAFTA awards, seven Primetime Emmys (including a best drama actress win for Marsh) and a Golden Globe for best drama series.

" src=https://ift.tt/dOlVRgs class=caas-img>The Globe and Mail and The Canadian Press. Kotcheff died of heart failure, his daughter Kate Kotcheff told The Canadian Press.

"First Blood," which starred Sylvester Stallone as Vietnam War veteran John Rambo, spawned a sprawling media franchise that included four sequels, an animated TV series and a comic book series.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Canadian Bulgarian director Ted Kotcheff, best known for his work on the '80s classics "Weekend at Bernie's" and "First Blood," died April 10 at age 94, the filmmaker's family confirmed to The Globe and Mail and The Canadian Press. Kotcheff died of heart failure, his daughter Kate Kotcheff told The Canadian Press.

"First Blood," which starred Sylvester Stallone as Vietnam War veteran John Rambo, spawned a sprawling media franchise that included four sequels, an animated TV series and a comic book series.

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Canadian Bulgarian director Ted Kotcheff, best known for his work on the '80s classics "Weekend at Bernie's" and "First Blood," died April 10 at age 94, the filmmaker's family confirmed to The Globe and Mail and The Canadian Press. Kotcheff died of heart failure, his daughter Kate Kotcheff told The Canadian Press.

"First Blood," which starred Sylvester Stallone as Vietnam War veteran John Rambo, spawned a sprawling media franchise that included four sequels, an animated TV series and a comic book series.

">Canadian Bulgarian director Ted Kotcheff, best known for his work on the '80s classics "Weekend at Bernie's" and "First Blood," died April 10 at age 94, the filmmaker's family confirmed to The Globe and Mail and The Canadian Press. Kotcheff died of heart failure, his daughter Kate Kotcheff told The Canadian Press.

"First Blood," which starred Sylvester Stallone as Vietnam War veteran John Rambo, spawned a sprawling media franchise that included four sequels, an animated TV series and a comic book series.

" src=https://ift.tt/FgInpRy class=caas-img>The Hollywood Reporter and TMZ. Novak died of natural causes at a hospice facility in Granada Hills, California, Conant told the outlets.

Novak appeared in 1981's "An Eye for an Eye" as Tony Montoya in a star-studded cast that featured Chuck Norris, Christopher Lee and Richard Roundtree.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Mel Novak, who showed off his dark side as villains in the action films "Black Belt Jones," "Game of Death" and "An Eye for an Eye," died April 9 at age 90, the actor's daughter Nikol Conant confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter and TMZ. Novak died of natural causes at a hospice facility in Granada Hills, California, Conant told the outlets.

Novak appeared in 1981's "An Eye for an Eye" as Tony Montoya in a star-studded cast that featured Chuck Norris, Christopher Lee and Richard Roundtree.

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Mel Novak, who showed off his dark side as villains in the action films "Black Belt Jones," "Game of Death" and "An Eye for an Eye," died April 9 at age 90, the actor's daughter Nikol Conant confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter and TMZ. Novak died of natural causes at a hospice facility in Granada Hills, California, Conant told the outlets.

Novak appeared in 1981's "An Eye for an Eye" as Tony Montoya in a star-studded cast that featured Chuck Norris, Christopher Lee and Richard Roundtree.

">Mel Novak, who showed off his dark side as villains in the action films "Black Belt Jones," "Game of Death" and "An Eye for an Eye," died April 9 at age 90, the actor's daughter Nikol Conant confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter and TMZ. Novak died of natural causes at a hospice facility in Granada Hills, California, Conant told the outlets.

Novak appeared in 1981's "An Eye for an Eye" as Tony Montoya in a star-studded cast that featured Chuck Norris, Christopher Lee and Richard Roundtree.

" src=https://ift.tt/1BN8SlE class=caas-img>William Finn, best known for his work on the Tony Award-winning musical "Falsettos," died on April 7 following a battle with pneumonia, Finn's literary agent Ron Gwiazda confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 73.

The playwright's Broadway breakthrough came in 1992 with "Falsettos," a sung-through musical that combined the stories of Finn's previous shows "March of the Falsettos" and "Falsettoland." The emotional musical, which takes inspiration from the AIDS epidemic of the 1980s, won Finn a pair of Tony Awards for best original score and best book of a musical.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Theater composer and lyricist William Finn, best known for his work on the Tony Award-winning musical "Falsettos," died on April 7 following a battle with pneumonia, Finn's literary agent Ron Gwiazda confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 73.

The playwright's Broadway breakthrough came in 1992 with "Falsettos," a sung-through musical that combined the stories of Finn's previous shows "March of the Falsettos" and "Falsettoland." The emotional musical, which takes inspiration from the AIDS epidemic of the 1980s, won Finn a pair of Tony Awards for best original score and best book of a musical.

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Theater composer and lyricist William Finn, best known for his work on the Tony Award-winning musical "Falsettos," died on April 7 following a battle with pneumonia, Finn's literary agent Ron Gwiazda confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 73.

The playwright's Broadway breakthrough came in 1992 with "Falsettos," a sung-through musical that combined the stories of Finn's previous shows "March of the Falsettos" and "Falsettoland." The emotional musical, which takes inspiration from the AIDS epidemic of the 1980s, won Finn a pair of Tony Awards for best original score and best book of a musical.

">Theater composer and lyricist William Finn, best known for his work on the Tony Award-winning musical "Falsettos," died on April 7 following a battle with pneumonia, Finn's literary agent Ron Gwiazda confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 73.

The playwright's Broadway breakthrough came in 1992 with "Falsettos," a sung-through musical that combined the stories of Finn's previous shows "March of the Falsettos" and "Falsettoland." The emotional musical, which takes inspiration from the AIDS epidemic of the 1980s, won Finn a pair of Tony Awards for best original score and best book of a musical.

" src=https://ift.tt/EZBp3mU class=caas-img>Val Kilmer, whose leading roles included both Batman and Jim Morrison of The Doors, died April 1 at 65. His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, confirmed his death to The New York Times and The . He had previously battled throat cancer and died from pneumonia. The handsome star of the '80s and '90s, who was also known for starring in "Willow" and "Heat," lost his voice to a tracheotomy but reprised his role as Tom "Iceman" Kazansky opposite Tom Cruise in 2022's blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>"Top Gun" star Val Kilmer, whose leading roles included both Batman and Jim Morrison of The Doors, died April 1 at 65. His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, confirmed his death to The New York Times and The . He had previously battled throat cancer and died from pneumonia. The handsome star of the '80s and '90s, who was also known for starring in "Willow" and "Heat," lost his voice to a tracheotomy but reprised his role as Tom "Iceman" Kazansky opposite Tom Cruise in 2022's blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick."

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"Top Gun" star Val Kilmer, whose leading roles included both Batman and Jim Morrison of The Doors, died April 1 at 65. His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, confirmed his death to The New York Times and The . He had previously battled throat cancer and died from pneumonia. The handsome star of the '80s and '90s, who was also known for starring in "Willow" and "Heat," lost his voice to a tracheotomy but reprised his role as Tom "Iceman" Kazansky opposite Tom Cruise in 2022's blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick."

">"Top Gun" star Val Kilmer, whose leading roles included both Batman and Jim Morrison of The Doors, died April 1 at 65. His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, confirmed his death to The New York Times and The . He had previously battled throat cancer and died from pneumonia. The handsome star of the '80s and '90s, who was also known for starring in "Willow" and "Heat," lost his voice to a tracheotomy but reprised his role as Tom "Iceman" Kazansky opposite Tom Cruise in 2022's blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick."

" src=https://ift.tt/SBuPFIo class=caas-img>a post on Facebook from his wife Nancy.

"Johnny will be missed every single day for the rest of my life," she wrote. "He was simply the best." Tillotson, himself a teen idol, also found secondary popularity as major stars opted to cover his original tracks. "It Keeps Right On A-Hurtin," one of his most famous songs, was performed by both Dean Martin and Elvis Presley.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Johnny Tillotson, the crooner behind 1960s hits like "Poetry in Motion," died April 1, according to a post on Facebook from his wife Nancy.

"Johnny will be missed every single day for the rest of my life," she wrote. "He was simply the best." Tillotson, himself a teen idol, also found secondary popularity as major stars opted to cover his original tracks. "It Keeps Right On A-Hurtin," one of his most famous songs, was performed by both Dean Martin and Elvis Presley.

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Johnny Tillotson, the crooner behind 1960s hits like "Poetry in Motion," died April 1, according to a post on Facebook from his wife Nancy.

"Johnny will be missed every single day for the rest of my life," she wrote. "He was simply the best." Tillotson, himself a teen idol, also found secondary popularity as major stars opted to cover his original tracks. "It Keeps Right On A-Hurtin," one of his most famous songs, was performed by both Dean Martin and Elvis Presley.

">Johnny Tillotson, the crooner behind 1960s hits like "Poetry in Motion," died April 1, according to a post on Facebook from his wife Nancy.

"Johnny will be missed every single day for the rest of my life," she wrote. "He was simply the best." Tillotson, himself a teen idol, also found secondary popularity as major stars opted to cover his original tracks. "It Keeps Right On A-Hurtin," one of his most famous songs, was performed by both Dean Martin and Elvis Presley.

" src=https://ift.tt/tsVMfJ4 class=caas-img>Richard Chamberlain, the TV heartthrob who starred as "Dr. Kildare" and in popular miniseries such as "The Thorn Birds" and "Shōgun," died March 29 after suffering complications from a stroke. He died two days short of his 91st birthday. The three-time Golden Globe winner, a U.S Army veteran who served in Korea, was dubbed "the king of the miniseries" for his influential roles in the "The Thorn Birds" and "Shōgun," and received four Emmy nominations. He also enjoyed a robust stage career, starring as Captain von Trapp in "The Sound of Music" on Broadway.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Richard Chamberlain, the TV heartthrob who starred as "Dr. Kildare" and in popular miniseries such as "The Thorn Birds" and "Shōgun," died March 29 after suffering complications from a stroke. He died two days short of his 91st birthday. The three-time Golden Globe winner, a U.S Army veteran who served in Korea, was dubbed "the king of the miniseries" for his influential roles in the "The Thorn Birds" and "Shōgun," and received four Emmy nominations. He also enjoyed a robust stage career, starring as Captain von Trapp in "The Sound of Music" on Broadway.

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Richard Chamberlain, the TV heartthrob who starred as "Dr. Kildare" and in popular miniseries such as "The Thorn Birds" and "Shōgun," died March 29 after suffering complications from a stroke. He died two days short of his 91st birthday. The three-time Golden Globe winner, a U.S Army veteran who served in Korea, was dubbed "the king of the miniseries" for his influential roles in the "The Thorn Birds" and "Shōgun," and received four Emmy nominations. He also enjoyed a robust stage career, starring as Captain von Trapp in "The Sound of Music" on Broadway.

">Richard Chamberlain, the TV heartthrob who starred as "Dr. Kildare" and in popular miniseries such as "The Thorn Birds" and "Shōgun," died March 29 after suffering complications from a stroke. He died two days short of his 91st birthday. The three-time Golden Globe winner, a U.S Army veteran who served in Korea, was dubbed "the king of the miniseries" for his influential roles in the "The Thorn Birds" and "Shōgun," and received four Emmy nominations. He also enjoyed a robust stage career, starring as Captain von Trapp in "The Sound of Music" on Broadway.

" src=https://ift.tt/RZcSf81 class=caas-img>Jesse Colin Young, the former Youngbloods frontman known for the hit song "Get Together," died at his home in Aiken, South Carolina. He was 83.

Young died March 16, according to a statement from Young's wife and manager, Connie Young, provided to USA TODAY.

The New York City-born singer and guitarist – with Jerry Corbitt, Lowell "Banana" Levinger and Joe Bauer – fronted the 1960s-70s era rock band. "Get Together," the iconic call for love and peace written by Chet Powers, was the group's sole hit.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Jesse Colin Young, the former Youngbloods frontman known for the hit song "Get Together," died at his home in Aiken, South Carolina. He was 83.

Young died March 16, according to a statement from Young's wife and manager, Connie Young, provided to USA TODAY.

The New York City-born singer and guitarist – with Jerry Corbitt, Lowell "Banana" Levinger and Joe Bauer – fronted the 1960s-70s era rock band. "Get Together," the iconic call for love and peace written by Chet Powers, was the group's sole hit.

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Jesse Colin Young, the former Youngbloods frontman known for the hit song "Get Together," died at his home in Aiken, South Carolina. He was 83.

Young died March 16, according to a statement from Young's wife and manager, Connie Young, provided to USA TODAY.

The New York City-born singer and guitarist – with Jerry Corbitt, Lowell "Banana" Levinger and Joe Bauer – fronted the 1960s-70s era rock band. "Get Together," the iconic call for love and peace written by Chet Powers, was the group's sole hit.

">Jesse Colin Young, the former Youngbloods frontman known for the hit song "Get Together," died at his home in Aiken, South Carolina. He was 83.

Young died March 16, according to a statement from Young's wife and manager, Connie Young, provided to USA TODAY.

The New York City-born singer and guitarist – with Jerry Corbitt, Lowell "Banana" Levinger and Joe Bauer – fronted the 1960s-70s era rock band. "Get Together," the iconic call for love and peace written by Chet Powers, was the group's sole hit.

" src=https://ift.tt/TUG3LMP class=caas-img>Bruce Glover, remembered by James Bond fans for his role in "Diamonds Are Forever," died on March 12 at the age of 92, his son Crispin Glover revealed on social media. A representative for Crispin Glover confirmed to USA TODAY on March 30 that Bruce died of natural causes. Aside from his role as Mr. Wint in "Diamonds," Glover racked up dozens of other film and TV credits throughout his career, including "Chinatown," "Walking Tall," "Perry Mason," "Bonanza," "Mission: Impossible" and "Gunsmoke."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Bruce Glover, remembered by James Bond fans for his role in "Diamonds Are Forever," died on March 12 at the age of 92, his son Crispin Glover revealed on social media. A representative for Crispin Glover confirmed to USA TODAY on March 30 that Bruce died of natural causes. Aside from his role as Mr. Wint in "Diamonds," Glover racked up dozens of other film and TV credits throughout his career, including "Chinatown," "Walking Tall," "Perry Mason," "Bonanza," "Mission: Impossible" and "Gunsmoke."

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Bruce Glover, remembered by James Bond fans for his role in "Diamonds Are Forever," died on March 12 at the age of 92, his son Crispin Glover revealed on social media. A representative for Crispin Glover confirmed to USA TODAY on March 30 that Bruce died of natural causes. Aside from his role as Mr. Wint in "Diamonds," Glover racked up dozens of other film and TV credits throughout his career, including "Chinatown," "Walking Tall," "Perry Mason," "Bonanza," "Mission: Impossible" and "Gunsmoke."

">Bruce Glover, remembered by James Bond fans for his role in "Diamonds Are Forever," died on March 12 at the age of 92, his son Crispin Glover revealed on social media. A representative for Crispin Glover confirmed to USA TODAY on March 30 that Bruce died of natural causes. Aside from his role as Mr. Wint in "Diamonds," Glover racked up dozens of other film and TV credits throughout his career, including "Chinatown," "Walking Tall," "Perry Mason," "Bonanza," "Mission: Impossible" and "Gunsmoke."

" src=https://ift.tt/yAH1iBh class=caas-img>died March 7 after "privately and courageously battling bladder cancer," his family said in a statement shared on social media. Wiggins — a founding member of the seminal R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné! alongside his brother Raphael Saadiq and their cousin Timothy Christian Riley — had experienced "medical complications" two days earlier, his family revealed.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Grammy-nominated singer and guitarist D'Wayne Wiggins died March 7 after "privately and courageously battling bladder cancer," his family said in a statement shared on social media. Wiggins — a founding member of the seminal R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné! alongside his brother Raphael Saadiq and their cousin Timothy Christian Riley — had experienced "medical complications" two days earlier, his family revealed.

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Grammy-nominated singer and guitarist D'Wayne Wiggins died March 7 after "privately and courageously battling bladder cancer," his family said in a statement shared on social media. Wiggins — a founding member of the seminal R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné! alongside his brother Raphael Saadiq and their cousin Timothy Christian Riley — had experienced "medical complications" two days earlier, his family revealed.

">Grammy-nominated singer and guitarist D'Wayne Wiggins died March 7 after "privately and courageously battling bladder cancer," his family said in a statement shared on social media. Wiggins — a founding member of the seminal R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné! alongside his brother Raphael Saadiq and their cousin Timothy Christian Riley — had experienced "medical complications" two days earlier, his family revealed.

" src=https://ift.tt/VzM6WlA class=caas-img>died at 84 years old on March 4, his family said in a statement shared on his social media accounts. Ayers, who formed Roy Ayers Ubiquity in the 1970s and is known for tracks like "Searching" and "Running Away," has had his works sampled by the likes of Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar and Ye.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Jazz-funk musician Roy Ayers, the "godfather of neo-soul" behind the hit '70s song "Everybody Loves the Sunshine," died at 84 years old on March 4, his family said in a statement shared on his social media accounts. Ayers, who formed Roy Ayers Ubiquity in the 1970s and is known for tracks like "Searching" and "Running Away," has had his works sampled by the likes of Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar and Ye.

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Jazz-funk musician Roy Ayers, the "godfather of neo-soul" behind the hit '70s song "Everybody Loves the Sunshine," died at 84 years old on March 4, his family said in a statement shared on his social media accounts. Ayers, who formed Roy Ayers Ubiquity in the 1970s and is known for tracks like "Searching" and "Running Away," has had his works sampled by the likes of Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar and Ye.

">Jazz-funk musician Roy Ayers, the "godfather of neo-soul" behind the hit '70s song "Everybody Loves the Sunshine," died at 84 years old on March 4, his family said in a statement shared on his social media accounts. Ayers, who formed Roy Ayers Ubiquity in the 1970s and is known for tracks like "Searching" and "Running Away," has had his works sampled by the likes of Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar and Ye.

" src=https://ift.tt/AKN5Deq class=caas-img>Angie Stone died in a car crash in the early hours of March 1. She was 63.

Stone was traveling with members of her band from Mobile, Alabama, to Atlanta when their van collided with a semi-truck on Interstate 65 about five miles south of Montgomery, according to police and her label. Stone, who was a passenger in the van, was declared dead at the scene. Eight other passengers of the van were injured and transported to hospitals for treatment, Lt. Jeremy Burkett of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency told USA TODAY.

Grammy-nominated singer rose to prominence in the 1970s as a member of female rap group The Sequence before a solo career that produced hits like "Wish I Didn't Miss You."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>R&B singer Angie Stone died in a car crash in the early hours of March 1. She was 63.

Stone was traveling with members of her band from Mobile, Alabama, to Atlanta when their van collided with a semi-truck on Interstate 65 about five miles south of Montgomery, according to police and her label. Stone, who was a passenger in the van, was declared dead at the scene. Eight other passengers of the van were injured and transported to hospitals for treatment, Lt. Jeremy Burkett of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency told USA TODAY.

Grammy-nominated singer rose to prominence in the 1970s as a member of female rap group The Sequence before a solo career that produced hits like "Wish I Didn't Miss You."

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R&B singer Angie Stone died in a car crash in the early hours of March 1. She was 63.

Stone was traveling with members of her band from Mobile, Alabama, to Atlanta when their van collided with a semi-truck on Interstate 65 about five miles south of Montgomery, according to police and her label. Stone, who was a passenger in the van, was declared dead at the scene. Eight other passengers of the van were injured and transported to hospitals for treatment, Lt. Jeremy Burkett of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency told USA TODAY.

Grammy-nominated singer rose to prominence in the 1970s as a member of female rap group The Sequence before a solo career that produced hits like "Wish I Didn't Miss You."

">R&B singer Angie Stone died in a car crash in the early hours of March 1. She was 63.

Stone was traveling with members of her band from Mobile, Alabama, to Atlanta when their van collided with a semi-truck on Interstate 65 about five miles south of Montgomery, according to police and her label. Stone, who was a passenger in the van, was declared dead at the scene. Eight other passengers of the van were injured and transported to hospitals for treatment, Lt. Jeremy Burkett of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency told USA TODAY.

Grammy-nominated singer rose to prominence in the 1970s as a member of female rap group The Sequence before a solo career that produced hits like "Wish I Didn't Miss You."

" src=https://ift.tt/HJPcwVo class=caas-img>David Johansen, a punk legend and the last surviving member of the pioneering band the New York Dolls, died Feb. 28.

Johansen, 75, had been living with cancer for nearly a decade and a brain tumor for five years, according to a Sweet Relief Musicians Fund fundraiser.

"David Johansen passed away peacefully at home, holding the hands of his wife Mara Hennessey and daughter Leah, in the sunlight surrounded by music and flowers," the family posted on the fundraiser site. Johansen's death was confirmed by his stepdaughter, Leah Hennessey, The New York Times and Rolling Stone reported.

The New York Dolls, formed in 1971 and fronted by Johansen, were the forerunners of punk – thus, considered proto-punk pioneers – and glam rock as well, showing the way for bands such as Queen and Kiss.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>David Johansen, a punk legend and the last surviving member of the pioneering band the New York Dolls, died Feb. 28.

Johansen, 75, had been living with cancer for nearly a decade and a brain tumor for five years, according to a Sweet Relief Musicians Fund fundraiser.

"David Johansen passed away peacefully at home, holding the hands of his wife Mara Hennessey and daughter Leah, in the sunlight surrounded by music and flowers," the family posted on the fundraiser site. Johansen's death was confirmed by his stepdaughter, Leah Hennessey, The New York Times and Rolling Stone reported.

The New York Dolls, formed in 1971 and fronted by Johansen, were the forerunners of punk – thus, considered proto-punk pioneers – and glam rock as well, showing the way for bands such as Queen and Kiss.

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David Johansen, a punk legend and the last surviving member of the pioneering band the New York Dolls, died Feb. 28.

Johansen, 75, had been living with cancer for nearly a decade and a brain tumor for five years, according to a Sweet Relief Musicians Fund fundraiser.

"David Johansen passed away peacefully at home, holding the hands of his wife Mara Hennessey and daughter Leah, in the sunlight surrounded by music and flowers," the family posted on the fundraiser site. Johansen's death was confirmed by his stepdaughter, Leah Hennessey, The New York Times and Rolling Stone reported.

The New York Dolls, formed in 1971 and fronted by Johansen, were the forerunners of punk – thus, considered proto-punk pioneers – and glam rock as well, showing the way for bands such as Queen and Kiss.

">David Johansen, a punk legend and the last surviving member of the pioneering band the New York Dolls, died Feb. 28.

Johansen, 75, had been living with cancer for nearly a decade and a brain tumor for five years, according to a Sweet Relief Musicians Fund fundraiser.

"David Johansen passed away peacefully at home, holding the hands of his wife Mara Hennessey and daughter Leah, in the sunlight surrounded by music and flowers," the family posted on the fundraiser site. Johansen's death was confirmed by his stepdaughter, Leah Hennessey, The New York Times and Rolling Stone reported.

The New York Dolls, formed in 1971 and fronted by Johansen, were the forerunners of punk – thus, considered proto-punk pioneers – and glam rock as well, showing the way for bands such as Queen and Kiss.

" src=https://ift.tt/MbBOf8p class=caas-img>Gene Hackman died alongside wife Betsy Arakawa on Feb. 26, the sheriff's office in Santa Fe, New Mexico, confirmed. An intense character actor who won two Oscars in a more than 60-year career, Hackman brought a rogue charm and everyman believably to iconic roles such as his best acting-winning performance as Jimmy "Popeye" Doyle in "The French Connection."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Actor Gene Hackman died alongside wife Betsy Arakawa on Feb. 26, the sheriff's office in Santa Fe, New Mexico, confirmed. An intense character actor who won two Oscars in a more than 60-year career, Hackman brought a rogue charm and everyman believably to iconic roles such as his best acting-winning performance as Jimmy "Popeye" Doyle in "The French Connection."

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Actor Gene Hackman died alongside wife Betsy Arakawa on Feb. 26, the sheriff's office in Santa Fe, New Mexico, confirmed. An intense character actor who won two Oscars in a more than 60-year career, Hackman brought a rogue charm and everyman believably to iconic roles such as his best acting-winning performance as Jimmy "Popeye" Doyle in "The French Connection."

">Actor Gene Hackman died alongside wife Betsy Arakawa on Feb. 26, the sheriff's office in Santa Fe, New Mexico, confirmed. An intense character actor who won two Oscars in a more than 60-year career, Hackman brought a rogue charm and everyman believably to iconic roles such as his best acting-winning performance as Jimmy "Popeye" Doyle in "The French Connection."

" src=https://ift.tt/6MYg30N class=caas-img>"Gossip Girl" star Michelle Trachtenberg was found dead the morning of Feb. 26 in New York City, a spokesperson for the New York Police Department confirmed to USA TODAY. She was 39. The NYPD said no criminal involvement is suspected and the investigation is ongoing. Trachtenberg rose to fame as a teenager, with roles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Ice Princess."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>"Gossip Girl" star Michelle Trachtenberg was found dead the morning of Feb. 26 in New York City, a spokesperson for the New York Police Department confirmed to USA TODAY. She was 39. The NYPD said no criminal involvement is suspected and the investigation is ongoing. Trachtenberg rose to fame as a teenager, with roles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Ice Princess."

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"Gossip Girl" star Michelle Trachtenberg was found dead the morning of Feb. 26 in New York City, a spokesperson for the New York Police Department confirmed to USA TODAY. She was 39. The NYPD said no criminal involvement is suspected and the investigation is ongoing. Trachtenberg rose to fame as a teenager, with roles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Ice Princess."

">"Gossip Girl" star Michelle Trachtenberg was found dead the morning of Feb. 26 in New York City, a spokesperson for the New York Police Department confirmed to USA TODAY. She was 39. The NYPD said no criminal involvement is suspected and the investigation is ongoing. Trachtenberg rose to fame as a teenager, with roles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Ice Princess."

" src=https://ift.tt/D3fY8QF class=caas-img>Screenwriter and producer Roberto Orci, co-creator of the CBS reboot "Hawaii Five-O," died at 51 after battling kidney disease, manager Mike De Trana confirmed to USA TODAY on Feb. 25. Orci, who often worked with filmmaker Alex Kurtzman, also boasted credits in the "Star Trek" and "Transformers" movies as well as 2009's "The Proposal" and the Fox shows "Sleepy Hollow" and "Fringe."

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Screenwriter and producer Roberto Orci, co-creator of the CBS reboot "Hawaii Five-O," died at 51 after battling kidney disease, manager Mike De Trana confirmed to USA TODAY on Feb. 25. Orci, who often worked with filmmaker Alex Kurtzman, also boasted credits in the "Star Trek" and "Transformers" movies as well as 2009's "The Proposal" and the Fox shows "Sleepy Hollow" and "Fringe."

">Screenwriter and producer Roberto Orci, co-creator of the CBS reboot "Hawaii Five-O," died at 51 after battling kidney disease, manager Mike De Trana confirmed to USA TODAY on Feb. 25. Orci, who often worked with filmmaker Alex Kurtzman, also boasted credits in the "Star Trek" and "Transformers" movies as well as 2009's "The Proposal" and the Fox shows "Sleepy Hollow" and "Fringe."

" src=https://ift.tt/tVPJXuB class=caas-img>Roberta Flack distinguished herself as a soulful standout.

The singer died Feb. 24, 2024, at 88. A statement from her representative noted that Flack "died peacefully, surrounded by her family."

Flack's manager, Suzanne Koga, said in an appreciation of the multi-genre star, "If Roberta Flack was unlike singers who came before her, there were many who would emulate her in her wake. In fact, her influence has never stopped reverberating. She was a woman who sang in a measured voice, but her measurements moved times and events as much as they moved hearts."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Between her smoky voice and cooing ballads, Roberta Flack distinguished herself as a soulful standout.

The singer died Feb. 24, 2024, at 88. A statement from her representative noted that Flack "died peacefully, surrounded by her family."

Flack's manager, Suzanne Koga, said in an appreciation of the multi-genre star, "If Roberta Flack was unlike singers who came before her, there were many who would emulate her in her wake. In fact, her influence has never stopped reverberating. She was a woman who sang in a measured voice, but her measurements moved times and events as much as they moved hearts."

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Between her smoky voice and cooing ballads, Roberta Flack distinguished herself as a soulful standout.

The singer died Feb. 24, 2024, at 88. A statement from her representative noted that Flack "died peacefully, surrounded by her family."

Flack's manager, Suzanne Koga, said in an appreciation of the multi-genre star, "If Roberta Flack was unlike singers who came before her, there were many who would emulate her in her wake. In fact, her influence has never stopped reverberating. She was a woman who sang in a measured voice, but her measurements moved times and events as much as they moved hearts."

">Between her smoky voice and cooing ballads, Roberta Flack distinguished herself as a soulful standout.

The singer died Feb. 24, 2024, at 88. A statement from her representative noted that Flack "died peacefully, surrounded by her family."

Flack's manager, Suzanne Koga, said in an appreciation of the multi-genre star, "If Roberta Flack was unlike singers who came before her, there were many who would emulate her in her wake. In fact, her influence has never stopped reverberating. She was a woman who sang in a measured voice, but her measurements moved times and events as much as they moved hearts."

" src=https://ift.tt/Eg2N1RB class=caas-img>celebrity hairstylist who worked with stars including Kylie Jenner and Jennifer Lopez, died at 34, according to a statement shared to his Instagram Story on Feb. 23.

A GoFundMe page that appeared to be organized by Guerrero's sister did not confirm a cause of death but said "his passing came very suddenly and unexpectedly."

Guerrero's clients ranged from the Kardashian family to Selena Gomez, Katy Perry, Demi Moore, Blackpink's Lisa and Rosalía. One of his final projects involved styling Lopez's hair while she was in Abu Dhabi to perform for Saadiyat Nights on Feb. 20-21.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Jesus Guerrero, a celebrity hairstylist who worked with stars including Kylie Jenner and Jennifer Lopez, died at 34, according to a statement shared to his Instagram Story on Feb. 23.

A GoFundMe page that appeared to be organized by Guerrero's sister did not confirm a cause of death but said "his passing came very suddenly and unexpectedly."

Guerrero's clients ranged from the Kardashian family to Selena Gomez, Katy Perry, Demi Moore, Blackpink's Lisa and Rosalía. One of his final projects involved styling Lopez's hair while she was in Abu Dhabi to perform for Saadiyat Nights on Feb. 20-21.

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Jesus Guerrero, a celebrity hairstylist who worked with stars including Kylie Jenner and Jennifer Lopez, died at 34, according to a statement shared to his Instagram Story on Feb. 23.

A GoFundMe page that appeared to be organized by Guerrero's sister did not confirm a cause of death but said "his passing came very suddenly and unexpectedly."

Guerrero's clients ranged from the Kardashian family to Selena Gomez, Katy Perry, Demi Moore, Blackpink's Lisa and Rosalía. One of his final projects involved styling Lopez's hair while she was in Abu Dhabi to perform for Saadiyat Nights on Feb. 20-21.

">Jesus Guerrero, a celebrity hairstylist who worked with stars including Kylie Jenner and Jennifer Lopez, died at 34, according to a statement shared to his Instagram Story on Feb. 23.

A GoFundMe page that appeared to be organized by Guerrero's sister did not confirm a cause of death but said "his passing came very suddenly and unexpectedly."

Guerrero's clients ranged from the Kardashian family to Selena Gomez, Katy Perry, Demi Moore, Blackpink's Lisa and Rosalía. One of his final projects involved styling Lopez's hair while she was in Abu Dhabi to perform for Saadiyat Nights on Feb. 20-21.

" src=https://ift.tt/RZLk7j2 class=caas-img>For Your Precious Love" and "Only The Strong Survive," reportedly died Feb. 20. He was 85.

The R&B/soul musician, who earned two Grammy nods in his lifetime, had been living with Parkinson's disease, according to the Chicago Sun-Times, The New York Times and The Washington Post.

Butler, along with childhood friend Curtis Mayfield, formed the Impressions alongside Sam Gooden, Richard Brooks and Art Brooks in the late 1950s.

Butler struck out on his own as a solo artist in 1960. "Only the Strong Survive" became his highest-charting hit, per Billboard, and went on to be covered by the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Presley and Rod Stewart.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Jerry Butler, cofounder of the Impressions and baritone singer/songwriter known for hits such as "For Your Precious Love" and "Only The Strong Survive," reportedly died Feb. 20. He was 85.

The R&B/soul musician, who earned two Grammy nods in his lifetime, had been living with Parkinson's disease, according to the Chicago Sun-Times, The New York Times and The Washington Post.

Butler, along with childhood friend Curtis Mayfield, formed the Impressions alongside Sam Gooden, Richard Brooks and Art Brooks in the late 1950s.

Butler struck out on his own as a solo artist in 1960. "Only the Strong Survive" became his highest-charting hit, per Billboard, and went on to be covered by the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Presley and Rod Stewart.

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Jerry Butler, cofounder of the Impressions and baritone singer/songwriter known for hits such as "For Your Precious Love" and "Only The Strong Survive," reportedly died Feb. 20. He was 85.

The R&B/soul musician, who earned two Grammy nods in his lifetime, had been living with Parkinson's disease, according to the Chicago Sun-Times, The New York Times and The Washington Post.

Butler, along with childhood friend Curtis Mayfield, formed the Impressions alongside Sam Gooden, Richard Brooks and Art Brooks in the late 1950s.

Butler struck out on his own as a solo artist in 1960. "Only the Strong Survive" became his highest-charting hit, per Billboard, and went on to be covered by the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Presley and Rod Stewart.

">Jerry Butler, cofounder of the Impressions and baritone singer/songwriter known for hits such as "For Your Precious Love" and "Only The Strong Survive," reportedly died Feb. 20. He was 85.

The R&B/soul musician, who earned two Grammy nods in his lifetime, had been living with Parkinson's disease, according to the Chicago Sun-Times, The New York Times and The Washington Post.

Butler, along with childhood friend Curtis Mayfield, formed the Impressions alongside Sam Gooden, Richard Brooks and Art Brooks in the late 1950s.

Butler struck out on his own as a solo artist in 1960. "Only the Strong Survive" became his highest-charting hit, per Billboard, and went on to be covered by the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Presley and Rod Stewart.

" src=https://ift.tt/ZW0qVeX class=caas-img>Paquita La Del Barrio, a Mexican songstress known for feminist anthems like "Tres veces te engañe" and "Rata de dos patas," died at 77, a post to her official Instagram confirmed Feb. 17.

"With profound pain and sadness, we confirm the passing of our dear 'Paquita La Del Barrio,' in her Veracruz home," the statement, originally written in Spanish, read. "A unique and irreplaceable who left a permanent fingerprint on the heart of all of us who knew her and enjoyed her music."

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Paquita La Del Barrio, a Mexican songstress known for feminist anthems like "Tres veces te engañe" and "Rata de dos patas," died at 77, a post to her official Instagram confirmed Feb. 17.

"With profound pain and sadness, we confirm the passing of our dear 'Paquita La Del Barrio,' in her Veracruz home," the statement, originally written in Spanish, read. "A unique and irreplaceable who left a permanent fingerprint on the heart of all of us who knew her and enjoyed her music."

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Paquita La Del Barrio, a Mexican songstress known for feminist anthems like "Tres veces te engañe" and "Rata de dos patas," died at 77, a post to her official Instagram confirmed Feb. 17.

"With profound pain and sadness, we confirm the passing of our dear 'Paquita La Del Barrio,' in her Veracruz home," the statement, originally written in Spanish, read. "A unique and irreplaceable who left a permanent fingerprint on the heart of all of us who knew her and enjoyed her music."

">Paquita La Del Barrio, a Mexican songstress known for feminist anthems like "Tres veces te engañe" and "Rata de dos patas," died at 77, a post to her official Instagram confirmed Feb. 17.

"With profound pain and sadness, we confirm the passing of our dear 'Paquita La Del Barrio,' in her Veracruz home," the statement, originally written in Spanish, read. "A unique and irreplaceable who left a permanent fingerprint on the heart of all of us who knew her and enjoyed her music."

" src=https://ift.tt/0MNSJy2 class=caas-img>Kim Sae-ron was found dead at her home by a friend who was planning to meet her, Reuters and South Korea's Yonhap News Agency reported on Feb. 16. She was 24. A cause of death was not immediately released.

Kim began acting when she was 9 and was known for her performances in the films "A Brand New Life" and "The Man from Nowhere," the latter of which was South Korea's highest-grossing film of 2010. She also appeared in the 2023 Netflix series "Bloodhounds." In 2022, Kim was engulfed in controversy after being involved in a drunk driving incident. She released an apology at the time.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron was found dead at her home by a friend who was planning to meet her, Reuters and South Korea's Yonhap News Agency reported on Feb. 16. She was 24. A cause of death was not immediately released.

Kim began acting when she was 9 and was known for her performances in the films "A Brand New Life" and "The Man from Nowhere," the latter of which was South Korea's highest-grossing film of 2010. She also appeared in the 2023 Netflix series "Bloodhounds." In 2022, Kim was engulfed in controversy after being involved in a drunk driving incident. She released an apology at the time.

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South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron was found dead at her home by a friend who was planning to meet her, Reuters and South Korea's Yonhap News Agency reported on Feb. 16. She was 24. A cause of death was not immediately released.

Kim began acting when she was 9 and was known for her performances in the films "A Brand New Life" and "The Man from Nowhere," the latter of which was South Korea's highest-grossing film of 2010. She also appeared in the 2023 Netflix series "Bloodhounds." In 2022, Kim was engulfed in controversy after being involved in a drunk driving incident. She released an apology at the time.

">South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron was found dead at her home by a friend who was planning to meet her, Reuters and South Korea's Yonhap News Agency reported on Feb. 16. She was 24. A cause of death was not immediately released.

Kim began acting when she was 9 and was known for her performances in the films "A Brand New Life" and "The Man from Nowhere," the latter of which was South Korea's highest-grossing film of 2010. She also appeared in the 2023 Netflix series "Bloodhounds." In 2022, Kim was engulfed in controversy after being involved in a drunk driving incident. She released an apology at the time.

" src=https://ift.tt/thbyAUa class=caas-img>Irving "Irv Gotti" Lorenzo, who helped launch music careers for Ashanti, DMX and Ja Rule, has died at 54.

Def Jam Recordings, where Gotti worked as an executive and Murder Inc.'s parent company when it was founded, confirmed Gotti's death in a Feb. 5 statement. "Def Jam Recordings and the extended Def Jam family of artists, executives and employees, are deeply saddened at the loss of Irv Gotti," Def Jam said in the statement.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Record executive and music producer Irving "Irv Gotti" Lorenzo, who helped launch music careers for Ashanti, DMX and Ja Rule, has died at 54.

Def Jam Recordings, where Gotti worked as an executive and Murder Inc.'s parent company when it was founded, confirmed Gotti's death in a Feb. 5 statement. "Def Jam Recordings and the extended Def Jam family of artists, executives and employees, are deeply saddened at the loss of Irv Gotti," Def Jam said in the statement.

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Record executive and music producer Irving "Irv Gotti" Lorenzo, who helped launch music careers for Ashanti, DMX and Ja Rule, has died at 54.

Def Jam Recordings, where Gotti worked as an executive and Murder Inc.'s parent company when it was founded, confirmed Gotti's death in a Feb. 5 statement. "Def Jam Recordings and the extended Def Jam family of artists, executives and employees, are deeply saddened at the loss of Irv Gotti," Def Jam said in the statement.

">Record executive and music producer Irving "Irv Gotti" Lorenzo, who helped launch music careers for Ashanti, DMX and Ja Rule, has died at 54.

Def Jam Recordings, where Gotti worked as an executive and Murder Inc.'s parent company when it was founded, confirmed Gotti's death in a Feb. 5 statement. "Def Jam Recordings and the extended Def Jam family of artists, executives and employees, are deeply saddened at the loss of Irv Gotti," Def Jam said in the statement.

" src=https://ift.tt/noVirjC class=caas-img>actress Barbie Hsu, who rose to fame across East Asia as the romantic lead in the 2001 television drama "Meteor Garden," had died. She was 48.

Her sister confirmed the news on Feb. 3 and revealed she had died of influenza.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu, who rose to fame across East Asia as the romantic lead in the 2001 television drama "Meteor Garden," had died. She was 48.

Her sister confirmed the news on Feb. 3 and revealed she had died of influenza.

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Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu, who rose to fame across East Asia as the romantic lead in the 2001 television drama "Meteor Garden," had died. She was 48.

Her sister confirmed the news on Feb. 3 and revealed she had died of influenza.

">Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu, who rose to fame across East Asia as the romantic lead in the 2001 television drama "Meteor Garden," had died. She was 48.

Her sister confirmed the news on Feb. 3 and revealed she had died of influenza.

" src=https://ift.tt/98wZmTj class=caas-img>Marianne Faithfull, a singer and actress known for hits like "As Tears Go By" and ex of Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger, died Jan. 30, a spokesperson confirmed. She was 78.

Faithfull's music rose to popularity in the 1960s, and helped helm the female wing of the British invasion, a term for U.K. artists becoming popular in the U.S. commonly associated with The Beatles. A fruitful and fraught relationship with the Rolling Stones helped define her early career.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Marianne Faithfull, a singer and actress known for hits like "As Tears Go By" and ex of Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger, died Jan. 30, a spokesperson confirmed. She was 78.

Faithfull's music rose to popularity in the 1960s, and helped helm the female wing of the British invasion, a term for U.K. artists becoming popular in the U.S. commonly associated with The Beatles. A fruitful and fraught relationship with the Rolling Stones helped define her early career.

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Marianne Faithfull, a singer and actress known for hits like "As Tears Go By" and ex of Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger, died Jan. 30, a spokesperson confirmed. She was 78.

Faithfull's music rose to popularity in the 1960s, and helped helm the female wing of the British invasion, a term for U.K. artists becoming popular in the U.S. commonly associated with The Beatles. A fruitful and fraught relationship with the Rolling Stones helped define her early career.

">Marianne Faithfull, a singer and actress known for hits like "As Tears Go By" and ex of Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger, died Jan. 30, a spokesperson confirmed. She was 78.

Faithfull's music rose to popularity in the 1960s, and helped helm the female wing of the British invasion, a term for U.K. artists becoming popular in the U.S. commonly associated with The Beatles. A fruitful and fraught relationship with the Rolling Stones helped define her early career.

" src=https://ift.tt/1hOmTgt class=caas-img>died at 44 years old. The singer, who was due for a stint of performances at the Ole Red Las Vegas, was proclaimed dead from an apparent suicide in the early morning of Jan. 28, 2025, the Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner told USA TODAY.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Ryan Whyte Maloney, a contestant from Season 6 of "The Voice" who turned all four judges' chairs in 2014, died at 44 years old. The singer, who was due for a stint of performances at the Ole Red Las Vegas, was proclaimed dead from an apparent suicide in the early morning of Jan. 28, 2025, the Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner told USA TODAY.

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Ryan Whyte Maloney, a contestant from Season 6 of "The Voice" who turned all four judges' chairs in 2014, died at 44 years old. The singer, who was due for a stint of performances at the Ole Red Las Vegas, was proclaimed dead from an apparent suicide in the early morning of Jan. 28, 2025, the Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner told USA TODAY.

">Ryan Whyte Maloney, a contestant from Season 6 of "The Voice" who turned all four judges' chairs in 2014, died at 44 years old. The singer, who was due for a stint of performances at the Ole Red Las Vegas, was proclaimed dead from an apparent suicide in the early morning of Jan. 28, 2025, the Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner told USA TODAY.

" src=https://ift.tt/HeqTFEz class=caas-img>died Jan. 20. She was 51.

Ban's death was announced by her son Sebastian in an emotional Instagram post. "My mum passed away on Monday. I know she wanted to share her journey after her accident and brain surgery, so I thought she would appreciate one last post sharing the news to people who supported her," he wrote." style=padding-bottom:56%>died Jan. 20. She was 51.

Ban's death was announced by her son Sebastian in an emotional Instagram post. "My mum passed away on Monday. I know she wanted to share her journey after her accident and brain surgery, so I thought she would appreciate one last post sharing the news to people who supported her," he wrote." data-src=https://ift.tt/3P7ywhK class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Lynn Ban, the successful jewelry designer and "Bling Empire: New York" star, died Jan. 20. She was 51.

Ban's death was announced by her son Sebastian in an emotional Instagram post. "My mum passed away on Monday. I know she wanted to share her journey after her accident and brain surgery, so I thought she would appreciate one last post sharing the news to people who supported her," he wrote.">died Jan. 20. She was 51.

Ban's death was announced by her son Sebastian in an emotional Instagram post. "My mum passed away on Monday. I know she wanted to share her journey after her accident and brain surgery, so I thought she would appreciate one last post sharing the news to people who supported her," he wrote." src=https://ift.tt/3P7ywhK class=caas-img>Jules Feiffer, best known for his eponymous comic strip in The Village Voice, died Jan. 17 of congestive heart failure, his representative Gail Hochman confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 95.

Feiffer's big break came in 1956 when his "Feiffer" comic strip was picked up by the New York-based publication. It ran in syndication from 1959 until Feiffer's departure from The Village Voice in 1997, though he continued to create new editions for other publications through 2000. A satirical cartoon known for its literate captions, the series often featured monologues in which the speaker exposed his own insecurities." style=padding-bottom:56%>Jules Feiffer, best known for his eponymous comic strip in The Village Voice, died Jan. 17 of congestive heart failure, his representative Gail Hochman confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 95.

Feiffer's big break came in 1956 when his "Feiffer" comic strip was picked up by the New York-based publication. It ran in syndication from 1959 until Feiffer's departure from The Village Voice in 1997, though he continued to create new editions for other publications through 2000. A satirical cartoon known for its literate captions, the series often featured monologues in which the speaker exposed his own insecurities." data-src=https://ift.tt/OrgoM1n class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Cartoonist Jules Feiffer, best known for his eponymous comic strip in The Village Voice, died Jan. 17 of congestive heart failure, his representative Gail Hochman confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 95.

Feiffer's big break came in 1956 when his "Feiffer" comic strip was picked up by the New York-based publication. It ran in syndication from 1959 until Feiffer's departure from The Village Voice in 1997, though he continued to create new editions for other publications through 2000. A satirical cartoon known for its literate captions, the series often featured monologues in which the speaker exposed his own insecurities.">Jules Feiffer, best known for his eponymous comic strip in The Village Voice, died Jan. 17 of congestive heart failure, his representative Gail Hochman confirmed to USA TODAY. He was 95.

Feiffer's big break came in 1956 when his "Feiffer" comic strip was picked up by the New York-based publication. It ran in syndication from 1959 until Feiffer's departure from The Village Voice in 1997, though he continued to create new editions for other publications through 2000. A satirical cartoon known for its literate captions, the series often featured monologues in which the speaker exposed his own insecurities." src=https://ift.tt/OrgoM1n class=caas-img>died Jan. 21, his former manager, Jim Della Croce confirmed with USA TODAY. He was 87.

Hudson played keyboard for The Band, the influential rock group that formed in 1957 and was originally called the Hawks. The band famously performed with Bob Dylan and in 1968 released its debut studio album, "Music from Big Pink."" style=padding-bottom:56%>died Jan. 21, his former manager, Jim Della Croce confirmed with USA TODAY. He was 87.

Hudson played keyboard for The Band, the influential rock group that formed in 1957 and was originally called the Hawks. The band famously performed with Bob Dylan and in 1968 released its debut studio album, "Music from Big Pink."" data-src=https://ift.tt/vB9yCWh class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Garth Hudson, the last surviving member of The Band, died Jan. 21, his former manager, Jim Della Croce confirmed with USA TODAY. He was 87.

Hudson played keyboard for The Band, the influential rock group that formed in 1957 and was originally called the Hawks. The band famously performed with Bob Dylan and in 1968 released its debut studio album, "Music from Big Pink."">died Jan. 21, his former manager, Jim Della Croce confirmed with USA TODAY. He was 87.

Hudson played keyboard for The Band, the influential rock group that formed in 1957 and was originally called the Hawks. The band famously performed with Bob Dylan and in 1968 released its debut studio album, "Music from Big Pink."" src=https://ift.tt/vB9yCWh class=caas-img>reportedly died Jan. 16. He was 39.

A coroner's report from the Los Angeles Medical Examiner and reviewed by USA TODAY appeared to correspond to the late star, which People and Deadline cited. The coroner's report cited suicide as the cause of death.

Martin broke into primetime television with his portrayal of Fabian on "Jane the Virgin."" style=padding-bottom:56%>reportedly died Jan. 16. He was 39.

A coroner's report from the Los Angeles Medical Examiner and reviewed by USA TODAY appeared to correspond to the late star, which People and Deadline cited. The coroner's report cited suicide as the cause of death.

Martin broke into primetime television with his portrayal of Fabian on "Jane the Virgin."" data-src=https://ift.tt/gLQHTkn class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Francisco San Martin, a soap opera star best known for his portrayal of Dario Hernandez on "Days of Our Lives," reportedly died Jan. 16. He was 39.

A coroner's report from the Los Angeles Medical Examiner and reviewed by USA TODAY appeared to correspond to the late star, which People and Deadline cited. The coroner's report cited suicide as the cause of death.

Martin broke into primetime television with his portrayal of Fabian on "Jane the Virgin."">reportedly died Jan. 16. He was 39.

A coroner's report from the Los Angeles Medical Examiner and reviewed by USA TODAY appeared to correspond to the late star, which People and Deadline cited. The coroner's report cited suicide as the cause of death.

Martin broke into primetime television with his portrayal of Fabian on "Jane the Virgin."" src=https://ift.tt/gLQHTkn class=caas-img> died at 95, her family told the BBC, The Independent and other British outlets on Jan. 17. The Golden Globe- and Tony Award-winning actress and British dame made her acting debut in the 1956 film "Moby Dick" and broke out several years later in the 1960 film adaptation of "The Entertainer" alongside Laurence Olivier, whom she later married." style=padding-bottom:56%> died at 95, her family told the BBC, The Independent and other British outlets on Jan. 17. The Golden Globe- and Tony Award-winning actress and British dame made her acting debut in the 1956 film "Moby Dick" and broke out several years later in the 1960 film adaptation of "The Entertainer" alongside Laurence Olivier, whom she later married." data-src=https://ift.tt/m30t9jX class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Joan Plowright, whose career spanned generations, died at 95, her family told the BBC, The Independent and other British outlets on Jan. 17. The Golden Globe- and Tony Award-winning actress and British dame made her acting debut in the 1956 film "Moby Dick" and broke out several years later in the 1960 film adaptation of "The Entertainer" alongside Laurence Olivier, whom she later married."> died at 95, her family told the BBC, The Independent and other British outlets on Jan. 17. The Golden Globe- and Tony Award-winning actress and British dame made her acting debut in the 1956 film "Moby Dick" and broke out several years later in the 1960 film adaptation of "The Entertainer" alongside Laurence Olivier, whom she later married." src=https://ift.tt/m30t9jX class=caas-img> A member of the girl group The Nolans, she recorded disco classics alongside her sisters and later ventured into a writing career." style=padding-bottom:56%> A member of the girl group The Nolans, she recorded disco classics alongside her sisters and later ventured into a writing career." data-src=https://ift.tt/uWym7nl class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Linda Nolan, an Irish pop icon and West End star, died Jan. 15 at 65 from double pneumonia, a rep for Nolan confirmed.

A member of the girl group The Nolans, she recorded disco classics alongside her sisters and later ventured into a writing career."> A member of the girl group The Nolans, she recorded disco classics alongside her sisters and later ventured into a writing career." src=https://ift.tt/uWym7nl class=caas-img> David Lynch died at 78, his family announced Jan. 16 on Facebook. A cause of death was not given, though Lynch revealed last year that he received a diagnosis of emphysema, a lung disease caused primarily by smoking, in 2020. Nevertheless, he told fans on social media at the time, "I am filled with happiness, and I will never retire." Lynch was the mastermind behind "Twin Peaks," the cult-classic TV series, and famous for a string of surreal films including the original "Dune" (1984), "Blue Velvet" (1986) and "Mulholland Drive" (2001). His big awards contender "The Elephant Man" (1980) garnered eight Oscar nominations, including best picture and best director." style=padding-bottom:56%> David Lynch died at 78, his family announced Jan. 16 on Facebook. A cause of death was not given, though Lynch revealed last year that he received a diagnosis of emphysema, a lung disease caused primarily by smoking, in 2020. Nevertheless, he told fans on social media at the time, "I am filled with happiness, and I will never retire." Lynch was the mastermind behind "Twin Peaks," the cult-classic TV series, and famous for a string of surreal films including the original "Dune" (1984), "Blue Velvet" (1986) and "Mulholland Drive" (2001). His big awards contender "The Elephant Man" (1980) garnered eight Oscar nominations, including best picture and best director." data-src=https://ift.tt/ftbI7BP class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Legendary director David Lynch died at 78, his family announced Jan. 16 on Facebook. A cause of death was not given, though Lynch revealed last year that he received a diagnosis of emphysema, a lung disease caused primarily by smoking, in 2020. Nevertheless, he told fans on social media at the time, "I am filled with happiness, and I will never retire." Lynch was the mastermind behind "Twin Peaks," the cult-classic TV series, and famous for a string of surreal films including the original "Dune" (1984), "Blue Velvet" (1986) and "Mulholland Drive" (2001). His big awards contender "The Elephant Man" (1980) garnered eight Oscar nominations, including best picture and best director."> David Lynch died at 78, his family announced Jan. 16 on Facebook. A cause of death was not given, though Lynch revealed last year that he received a diagnosis of emphysema, a lung disease caused primarily by smoking, in 2020. Nevertheless, he told fans on social media at the time, "I am filled with happiness, and I will never retire." Lynch was the mastermind behind "Twin Peaks," the cult-classic TV series, and famous for a string of surreal films including the original "Dune" (1984), "Blue Velvet" (1986) and "Mulholland Drive" (2001). His big awards contender "The Elephant Man" (1980) garnered eight Oscar nominations, including best picture and best director." src=https://ift.tt/ftbI7BP class=caas-img> Sam Moore died Jan. 10 at the age of 89, according to his representatives. He was one half of the duo Sam & Dave." style=padding-bottom:56%> Sam Moore died Jan. 10 at the age of 89, according to his representatives. He was one half of the duo Sam & Dave." data-src=https://ift.tt/7bGl1zh class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Legendary soul singer Sam Moore died Jan. 10 at the age of 89, according to his representatives. He was one half of the duo Sam & Dave."> Sam Moore died Jan. 10 at the age of 89, according to his representatives. He was one half of the duo Sam & Dave." src=https://ift.tt/7bGl1zh class=caas-img>Peter Yarrow, the singer-songwriter, activist and founding member of the folk band Peter, Paul and Mary, died Jan. 7 at 86 after battling bladder cancer, his publicist Ken Sunshine confirmed to USA TODAY. Alongside Paul Stookey and Mary Travers, Yarrow formed and contributed compositions to the trio, which found success with original songs like "Puff, the Magic Dragon" and "Norman Normal."" style=padding-bottom:56%>Peter Yarrow, the singer-songwriter, activist and founding member of the folk band Peter, Paul and Mary, died Jan. 7 at 86 after battling bladder cancer, his publicist Ken Sunshine confirmed to USA TODAY. Alongside Paul Stookey and Mary Travers, Yarrow formed and contributed compositions to the trio, which found success with original songs like "Puff, the Magic Dragon" and "Norman Normal."" data-src=https://ift.tt/KfWSUA0 class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Peter Yarrow, the singer-songwriter, activist and founding member of the folk band Peter, Paul and Mary, died Jan. 7 at 86 after battling bladder cancer, his publicist Ken Sunshine confirmed to USA TODAY. Alongside Paul Stookey and Mary Travers, Yarrow formed and contributed compositions to the trio, which found success with original songs like "Puff, the Magic Dragon" and "Norman Normal."">Peter Yarrow, the singer-songwriter, activist and founding member of the folk band Peter, Paul and Mary, died Jan. 7 at 86 after battling bladder cancer, his publicist Ken Sunshine confirmed to USA TODAY. Alongside Paul Stookey and Mary Travers, Yarrow formed and contributed compositions to the trio, which found success with original songs like "Puff, the Magic Dragon" and "Norman Normal."" src=https://ift.tt/KfWSUA0 class=caas-img>Richard Cohen, award-winning journalist and husband to former "Today" host Meredith Vieira, died after battling pneumonia for two months, Vieira's rep confirmed to USA TODAY on Jan. 7. He was 76.

Cohen was a journalist, winning three Emmy awards for his work at CBS News before moving to CNN. Vieira and Cohen were married for nearly four decades and share three children: Benjamin, 36, Gabriel, 34, and Lily, 32." style=padding-bottom:56%>Richard Cohen, award-winning journalist and husband to former "Today" host Meredith Vieira, died after battling pneumonia for two months, Vieira's rep confirmed to USA TODAY on Jan. 7. He was 76.

Cohen was a journalist, winning three Emmy awards for his work at CBS News before moving to CNN. Vieira and Cohen were married for nearly four decades and share three children: Benjamin, 36, Gabriel, 34, and Lily, 32." data-src=https://ift.tt/Z2x6IGk class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Richard Cohen, award-winning journalist and husband to former "Today" host Meredith Vieira, died after battling pneumonia for two months, Vieira's rep confirmed to USA TODAY on Jan. 7. He was 76.

Cohen was a journalist, winning three Emmy awards for his work at CBS News before moving to CNN. Vieira and Cohen were married for nearly four decades and share three children: Benjamin, 36, Gabriel, 34, and Lily, 32.">Richard Cohen, award-winning journalist and husband to former "Today" host Meredith Vieira, died after battling pneumonia for two months, Vieira's rep confirmed to USA TODAY on Jan. 7. He was 76.

Cohen was a journalist, winning three Emmy awards for his work at CBS News before moving to CNN. Vieira and Cohen were married for nearly four decades and share three children: Benjamin, 36, Gabriel, 34, and Lily, 32." src=https://ift.tt/Z2x6IGk class=caas-img>Mexican Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences announced on Jan. 4. He was 80. A cause of death was not disclosed.

"The AMACC laments the sensitive death of actor Emilio Echevarría, who forged an enormous career in film and theater," the Mexican Academy wrote." style=padding-bottom:56%>Mexican Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences announced on Jan. 4. He was 80. A cause of death was not disclosed.

"The AMACC laments the sensitive death of actor Emilio Echevarría, who forged an enormous career in film and theater," the Mexican Academy wrote." data-src=https://ift.tt/DjOzKnE class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Mexican actor Emilio Echevarría, best known for his roles in the films "Amores Perros" and "Y Tu Mamá También," has died, the Mexican Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences announced on Jan. 4. He was 80. A cause of death was not disclosed.

"The AMACC laments the sensitive death of actor Emilio Echevarría, who forged an enormous career in film and theater," the Mexican Academy wrote.">Mexican Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences announced on Jan. 4. He was 80. A cause of death was not disclosed.

"The AMACC laments the sensitive death of actor Emilio Echevarría, who forged an enormous career in film and theater," the Mexican Academy wrote." src=https://ift.tt/DjOzKnE class=caas-img>

Jeff Baena, a screenwriter and director who was married to actress Aubrey Plaza, died on Jan. 3. He was 47. Baena died at his home in California, according to records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner reviewed by USA TODAY. A cause of death was not available.

Baena and Plaza collaborated on numerous projects, including the 2014 dark comedy "Life After Beth," which Baena wrote and directed." style=padding-bottom:56%>Jeff Baena, a screenwriter and director who was married to actress Aubrey Plaza, died on Jan. 3. He was 47. Baena died at his home in California, according to records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner reviewed by USA TODAY. A cause of death was not available.

Baena and Plaza collaborated on numerous projects, including the 2014 dark comedy "Life After Beth," which Baena wrote and directed." data-src=https://ift.tt/AnJNple class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Jeff Baena, a screenwriter and director who was married to actress Aubrey Plaza, died on Jan. 3. He was 47. Baena died at his home in California, according to records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner reviewed by USA TODAY. A cause of death was not available.

Baena and Plaza collaborated on numerous projects, including the 2014 dark comedy "Life After Beth," which Baena wrote and directed.">Jeff Baena, a screenwriter and director who was married to actress Aubrey Plaza, died on Jan. 3. He was 47. Baena died at his home in California, according to records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner reviewed by USA TODAY. A cause of death was not available.

Baena and Plaza collaborated on numerous projects, including the 2014 dark comedy "Life After Beth," which Baena wrote and directed." src=https://ift.tt/AnJNple class=caas-img>died on Jan. 1 at the age of 93, a company official said.

She had launched the business in 1953 with her husband, the late Ottavio Missoni, developing a brand which gained international recognition and awards for its distinctive patterns and avant-garde use of textiles and an approach to fashion often compared to modern art. Rosita Missoni remained creative director for the womenswear collections until the late 1990s, when she passed the task on to her daughter, Angela Missoni." style=padding-bottom:56%>died on Jan. 1 at the age of 93, a company official said.

She had launched the business in 1953 with her husband, the late Ottavio Missoni, developing a brand which gained international recognition and awards for its distinctive patterns and avant-garde use of textiles and an approach to fashion often compared to modern art. Rosita Missoni remained creative director for the womenswear collections until the late 1990s, when she passed the task on to her daughter, Angela Missoni." data-src=https://ift.tt/QJMnGVj class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Italian designer Rosita Missoni, co-founder of the eponymous fashion house known for its bright and patterned styles, died on Jan. 1 at the age of 93, a company official said.

She had launched the business in 1953 with her husband, the late Ottavio Missoni, developing a brand which gained international recognition and awards for its distinctive patterns and avant-garde use of textiles and an approach to fashion often compared to modern art. Rosita Missoni remained creative director for the womenswear collections until the late 1990s, when she passed the task on to her daughter, Angela Missoni.">died on Jan. 1 at the age of 93, a company official said.

She had launched the business in 1953 with her husband, the late Ottavio Missoni, developing a brand which gained international recognition and awards for its distinctive patterns and avant-garde use of textiles and an approach to fashion often compared to modern art. Rosita Missoni remained creative director for the womenswear collections until the late 1990s, when she passed the task on to her daughter, Angela Missoni." src=https://ift.tt/QJMnGVj class=caas-img>Leo Dan, the legendary Argentine singer-songwriter of romantic hits that took Latin America by storm, has died. He was 82.

Dan died on Jan. 1, his family announced on his social media accounts. "This morning our beloved Leo Dan left his body in peace and with the love of his family," read the statement on Instagram, originally written in Spanish. "Thus, he returned to the pure light of his Heavenly Father, to guide us and take care of us from infinity. ... We invite everyone who was part of his story and who were touched by his legacy, to celebrate his love, his music and his life." His hit records include "Celia," "How I Miss You, My Love" ("Cómo Te Extraño Mi Amor") and "Ask Me for the Moon" ("Pídeme la Luna")." style=padding-bottom:56%>Leo Dan, the legendary Argentine singer-songwriter of romantic hits that took Latin America by storm, has died. He was 82.

Dan died on Jan. 1, his family announced on his social media accounts. "This morning our beloved Leo Dan left his body in peace and with the love of his family," read the statement on Instagram, originally written in Spanish. "Thus, he returned to the pure light of his Heavenly Father, to guide us and take care of us from infinity. ... We invite everyone who was part of his story and who were touched by his legacy, to celebrate his love, his music and his life." His hit records include "Celia," "How I Miss You, My Love" ("Cómo Te Extraño Mi Amor") and "Ask Me for the Moon" ("Pídeme la Luna")." data-src=https://ift.tt/gc53y1F class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="Leo Dan, the legendary Argentine singer-songwriter of romantic hits that took Latin America by storm, has died. He was 82.

Dan died on Jan. 1, his family announced on his social media accounts. "This morning our beloved Leo Dan left his body in peace and with the love of his family," read the statement on Instagram, originally written in Spanish. "Thus, he returned to the pure light of his Heavenly Father, to guide us and take care of us from infinity. ... We invite everyone who was part of his story and who were touched by his legacy, to celebrate his love, his music and his life." His hit records include "Celia," "How I Miss You, My Love" ("Cómo Te Extraño Mi Amor") and "Ask Me for the Moon" ("Pídeme la Luna").">Leo Dan, the legendary Argentine singer-songwriter of romantic hits that took Latin America by storm, has died. He was 82.

Dan died on Jan. 1, his family announced on his social media accounts. "This morning our beloved Leo Dan left his body in peace and with the love of his family," read the statement on Instagram, originally written in Spanish. "Thus, he returned to the pure light of his Heavenly Father, to guide us and take care of us from infinity. ... We invite everyone who was part of his story and who were touched by his legacy, to celebrate his love, his music and his life." His hit records include "Celia," "How I Miss You, My Love" ("Cómo Te Extraño Mi Amor") and "Ask Me for the Moon" ("Pídeme la Luna")." src=https://ift.tt/gc53y1F class=caas-img>a statement released Jan. 3 by his publisher, Penguin Random House. A Booker Prize-shortlisted author, Lodge was known for works such as "Small World" and "Nice Work," part of his "Campus Trilogy," as well as "Changing Places" and "The British Museum is Falling Down."" style=padding-bottom:56%>a statement released Jan. 3 by his publisher, Penguin Random House. A Booker Prize-shortlisted author, Lodge was known for works such as "Small World" and "Nice Work," part of his "Campus Trilogy," as well as "Changing Places" and "The British Museum is Falling Down."" data-src=https://ift.tt/sXQZMYj class=caas-img data-headline="Passages 2025: Daniel Woodrell, Jimmy Cliff and more stars we've lost" data-caption="British author, playwright and literary critic David Lodge died at 89 on Jan. 1, according to a statement released Jan. 3 by his publisher, Penguin Random House. A Booker Prize-shortlisted author, Lodge was known for works such as "Small World" and "Nice Work," part of his "Campus Trilogy," as well as "Changing Places" and "The British Museum is Falling Down."">a statement released Jan. 3 by his publisher, Penguin Random House. A Booker Prize-shortlisted author, Lodge was known for works such as "Small World" and "Nice Work," part of his "Campus Trilogy," as well as "Changing Places" and "The British Museum is Falling Down."" src=https://ift.tt/sXQZMYj class=caas-img>

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Jimmy Cliff, the iconic reggae musician known for hit songs like "I Can See Clearly Now," died at 81, his family confirmed on Nov. 24. The cause was a seizure and pneumonia."I am thankful for his family, friends, fellow artists and coworkers who have shared his journey with him," the family wrote in a statement shared on Instagram. "To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career. He really appreciated each and every fan for their love." The Grammy-winning artist, born James Chambers, was also known for songs like "Wonderful World, Beautiful People" and "You Can Get It If You Really Want," and for starring in the 1972 movie "The Harder They Come."

On Nov. 25, Wilson shared a video revealing she was in hospice and that her liver was beginning to fail, making her unable to eat. She said she had "surrendered to whatever God's will is," and that she is "cognizant enough to know that I received 10 years of miracles."

Her final message to her followers was to "get back to community" and "get back to family."

Viola Davis responded to the video, commenting, "I receive this….deeply and fully! God is with you… the ultimate Father. Thank you for the gift." And singer Tank said, "God hold her close."

Top L to R, Allison Holker, Benji Schwimmer, Donyelle Jones, Heidi Groskreutz, Ivan Koumeav, Natalie Fotopoulos, Ray Rankine, Travis Wall and bottom L to R, Brian Friedman, Cat Deeley, Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy, Shane Sparks and Daniel Karaty of "SYTYCD."

Fellow dancer Alyson Stoner added: "I love you, Donyelle. Your legacy will live in community gatherings and in kind eyes and in moving bodies. You are always loved and adored." While Schwimmer commented, "Seeing you this week was a very gentle reminder that love connects us all. You're a warrior, D! See you soon."

Wilson's death comes two months after the death of a fellow "So You Think You Can Dance" star, Joshua Allen, who won Season 4 after battling against the late Stephen "tWitch" Boss.

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Mom Gives Her 17MonthOld Daughter an 'Important' Lesson on Britney Spears — and the Internet Can't Get Enough (Exclusive) Hannah SacksDecember 4, 2025 at 12:37 AM 0 Courtesy of Sara Cunningham; Kevin Kane/WireImage Sara Cunningham's daughter (left) and Britney Spears (right) Sara Cunningham decided to give her daughter a lesson in Britney Spears — and the Internet couldn't get enough The mom of two shared a video of herself on Instagram walking her 17monthold daughter, Sloane, through Spears' career Now, she tells PEOPLE that she often teaches her daughter about Britney and shares the next mus...

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Sara Cunningham decided to give her daughter a lesson in Britney Spears — and the Internet couldn't get enough

The mom of two shared a video of herself on Instagram walking her 17-month-old daughter, Sloane, through Spears' career

Now, she tells PEOPLE that she often teaches her daughter about Britney and shares the next music icon she'll tell her about

Sara Cunningham's 17-month-old daughter is already enrolling in class – that is, the School of Britney Spears.

In a now viral video shared on her Instagram, the mom of two films her baby daughter, Sloane, as she walks her through the "Circus" singer's career by showing off different Britney figurines in front of her.

"Okay. Are you ready for this very important lesson?" Sara asks her daughter in the video, who nods yes. "Okay. This is Toxic Britney. Can you say Toxic?"

"Toxic," Sloane whispers back.

"That is Slave 4 U Britney," Sara says, filming a figure in a green top with a snake around her shoulders. "And that snake's name is Banana. That's VMAs. Can you say Banana?"

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The mother-daughter duo walk through Oops I Did It Again Britney – a figurine clad in Spears' iconic red jumpsuit — and Hit Me One More Time Britney — a figurine dressed in a schoolgirl outfit — before ending the lesson.

"Good job. Okay, so they're all Britney Spears. Can you say Britney?" asks Sara.

"Bity," Sloane says. "Good," replies Sara.

Now, Sara tells PEOPLE that she's been a lifelong Britney fan and plays her music in the house often.

"I play a lot of Britney Spears at home, in the car, everywhere. I've seen her in concert several times since the late '90s and was able to catch her Vegas residency," Sara says. "She's always been a big part of my life as far as music goes, and over the years I've acquired a lot of Britney memorabilia."

"I'm a singer myself and cover her music," she continues. "I used to pretend I was Britney and put on concerts in the living room when I was a kid, and now Kian [her 3-year-old son] and Sloane do the same. I love it. Kian knows a lot of Britney music and will request her music. 'Alexa! Play Oops Britney with the astronaut!'"

Sara says that this isn't the first time she's taught Sloane about the different Britneys. In fact, it's a lesson she's repeated several times.

"I do it all the time! We sit on the floor, talk through numbers and letters, different animals and noises," she explains. "I've taught her the different Britneys several times, but for some reason that day I just decided to record and post, not really thinking anything of it. And it just blew up!"

The Britneys themselves were given to Sloane by Sara's friend, who had found them at Target.

"My friend Kylee had gotten from for her daughters at Target. We had a play date and I said, 'Omg I HAVE to have those,' " says Sara. "The next week Kylee had bought them for Sloane. That's a good friend!"

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Sara says that she's always loved to perform and was a working actor up until the pandemic. When she started having kids in 2021, she took a break, but says music has always been a huge part of her life.

"I hope my kids have a little or a lot of passion for the arts like I do," says Sara. "I had a lot of really big feelings as a kid, and the theater was my sanctuary. It helped me release fear, anxiety, tension. Maybe they'll do sports, and that's amazing if they do. But I hope that whatever they do, they have a sanctuary."

As for whether she'll add another music icon to her daughter's upcoming lessons, Sara says she already has one in mind.

"I've recently been talking with my kids about Max Martin. He's the genius behind all the '90s/2000s pop music," she says.

"Everyone should know who Max Martin is, especially 17-month-old babies, ya know?"

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"Love Is Blind" Alums React to Alexa and Brennon Lemieux's Shocking Split News, Send 'Love and Prayers' Julia MooreDecember 4, 2025 at 12:40 AM 0 Roger Kisby/Getty Brennon Lemieux and Alexa Lemieux attend season 3 'Love Is Blind' reunion on April 14, 2023 Love Is Blind season 3 alums Alexa and Brennon Lemieux are splitting up Alexa announced on Instagram on Dec.

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Love Is Blind season 3 alums Alexa and Brennon Lemieux are splitting up

Alexa announced on Instagram on Dec. 3 that the couple, who share a daughter, has separated after four years of marriage

The news has rocked the Love Is Blind world, with many other alums of the show weighing in and offering their support to the couple

The Love Is Blind world is reeling following the news of another split.

On Wednesday, Dec. 3, Alexa Lemieux revealed that she and her husband, Brennon, are separating after four years of marriage. She announced the news in an Instagram post, calling the split a "difficult decision" that she and Brennon reached "after much reflection and many heartfelt conversations."

In the comments section of the post, Alexa's friends and fellow Love Is Blind stars reacted to the split news. "Sending you guys so much love," wrote season 9's Madison Maidenberg.

Colleen Reed, who starred on season 3 of the Netflix dating series with Alexa and Brennon, and announced her divorce from husband Matt Bolton earlier this year, said in a comment that Alexa is "so loved" and "the most amazing, strong, beautiful woman I've ever known."

"Here for you always 💗 I love you so much," Colleen wrote.

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Season 8 star Taylor Hastings, who married Daniel Hastings in a second ceremony earlier this year, wrote in a comment, "Here for you always, love you both ❤️."

Brittany Mills also weighed in, writing, "Love and prayers over you both ❤️."

In her statement, Alexa wrote that she and Brennon, who welcomed their first child together, daughter Vienna, last August, "entered this relationship with love and optimism, and we leave it with gratitude for the experiences that shaped us and the growth we each gained along the way."

"While our journey as a married couple is coming to an end, we remain supportive of one another, devoted to our daughter, and committed to navigating this transition with compassion," she continued.

"We kindly ask for privacy as we move forward and focus on our individual paths while keeping our precious daughter as our top priority," Alexa added.

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'Love Is Blind' stars Alexa and Brennon Lemieux with their daughter Vienna

In July, Alexa told PEOPLE that parenthood was "going so well" just days before their daughter turned one, and she and her husband felt "so blessed with our beautiful, beautiful baby."

She also said she was "trying to get him to give me another," in reference to having a second baby, though Brennon didn't weigh in on that topic.

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Of adjusting to life as a father, he told PEOPLE, "I'm the dad that constantly — I didn't think I would be — I constantly show everybody my phone just to show pictures of my daughter."

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King Charles' goddaughter India Hicks recently revealed she was diagnosed with "fast-moving" skin cancer

Hicks underwent surgery in Florida and received the all-clear just days before Thanksgiving

She is the latest member of the royal family's inner circle to share a cancer diagnosis, following the King and Kate Middleton's announcements last year

Another member of the royal family's circle has been diagnosed with cancer.

India Hicks, the goddaughter of King Charles, revealed she was recently diagnosed with skin cancer in a post on her Substack this week, sharing how she had recently been hoping for a quiet week at home when "life, with its own mysterious choreography, shifted the plan."

"The test results from a recent skin-cancer operation came back, and the news was…not great," Hicks shared. "Not dramatic-movie-scene not great, but just unsettlingly not great. The kind of news that makes the world blur slightly at the edges."

The 58-year-old designer and former fashion model, whose mother, Lady Pamela Hicks, was a lady-in-waiting to the late Queen Elizabeth, revealed that her test results showed "a worryingly fast-moving patch of cancer in my lower calf."

"I reacted the way most people do: a strange mixture of calm practicality and a little private terror. You tell yourself you're fine, you make tea, you answer emails, all while a small internal voice is whispering, what if it's worse than we think?"

Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Lady Pamela Hicks and India Hicks in 2017

Hicks is a relative of the royal family, as her mother is descended from the House of Mountbatten. Lady Pamela was a first cousin of the late Prince Philip and is currently the oldest living descendant of Queen Victoria.

When she was 13, Hicks served as a bridesmaid in Charles' royal wedding to Princess Diana.

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India Hicks (left) at Princess Diana and Prince Charles' wedding in 1981

Hicks, who now splits her time between a home in the Cotswolds and Harbour Island in the Bahamas, wrote that she found a doctor in Miami who could perform an urgent Mohs procedure, a surgical method where cancerous skin is removed layer by layer until no damaged cells remain.

"The procedure itself was only relatively uncomfortable. You sit there with an open incision in your leg while they whisk the tissue to the pathology lab. And then comes the hardest part: waiting," she recalled of the "strange limbo" of the surgery. "You feel fine, you're chatting, you're scrolling your phone, and yet everything hinges on what's happening in another room."

Finally, Hicks learned that "this time, I was lucky." She received the all-clear from the doctor and returned home in time to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with her family, one bright spot in the emotional turmoil of her recent weeks. "I love the gathering, friends around the table, the loud laughter, the happy chaos."

Hicks married her longtime partner, David Flint Wood, in 2021. The couple shares five children: Felix, 28, Wesley, 27, Amory, 26, Conrad, 22, and Domino, 18.

Hicks' diagnosis came one year after King Charles and Kate Middleton announced their cancer diagnoses.

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In February 2024, the palace shared that the King was diagnosed with cancer and had begun treatment. He'd had a procedure to treat a benign enlarged prostate the month prior, but a spokesman clarified he does not have prostate cancer.

Just a month later, in March 2024, Princess Kate went public with her own cancer diagnosis. She underwent chemotherapy treatment and, in January 2025, announced that her cancer was in remission.

Prince William opened up about dealing with the double diagnosis in his candid appearance on Eugene Levy's Apple TV+ series, The Reluctant Traveler, which premiered in September.

"I'd say '23-'24 was the hardest year I've ever had," he admitted. "You know, life is sent to test us, and being able to overcome that is what makes us who we are."

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Adam Sandler's 3 Siblings: All About Scott, Elizabeth and Valerie (and Why He Wouldn't Have Become an Actor Without Them!) Alex Gurley, Emily BlackwoodDecember 3, 2025 at 9:34 AM 0 Tsuni / USA via Alamy Adam Sandler with his brother Scott at the Hands and Footprint Ceremony on May 17, 2005 in Los Angeles, California.

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Adam Sandler has three siblings: Scott, Elizabeth and Valerie

The family grew up in New England, where the actor said they encouraged him to pursue his comedy

Sandler said that his siblings gave him "some insane, weird confidence" that led to his successful acting career

Adam Sandler has his older brothers and sisters to thank, in part, for his success on-screen.

The 50 First Dates star and his three siblings — Scott, Elizabeth and Valerie — were raised in Manchester, N.H. He credited their idyllic upbringing to their parents, Judy and Stanley Sandler, who had an unwavering belief in their children.

"Growing up, my parents did everything they could to give me crazy confidence at literally everything I did. School, sports, singing, joking, they acted like I was the best at all those things, even though other kids were way better than me," Adam said during his acceptance speech for the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2023.

When Adam's father passed away in 2003, he left a lasting impression on all four of the Sandler siblings. Reflecting on the best advice they were given from their parents, Adam said that most importantly, the foursome knew they were incredibly loved.

"He was there for you, made us all feel good, strong, and we knew we were loved," Adam stated during a December 2022 interview with CBS Sunday Morning. "And my mother always made us feel loved, and it's kind of like how we're doing it with our kids."

While Scott, Elizabeth and Valerie have opted for a life outside of the spotlight, it's still clear that the actor has a lot of love for his brother and sisters. Here's everything to know about Adam Sandler's siblings.

They grew up together on the East Coast

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Adam Sandler and brother Scott during Adam Sandler's Footprint Ceremony

Adam was originally born in New York, but his family relocated to Manchester, N.H., when he was just 6 years old. The comedian told 60 Minutes in December 2019 that he and his older siblings had a "happy" upbringing in a home that his mom still owns to this day.

In fact, the room Adam shared with his brother Scott still appears exactly how the boys left it — except it now also holds pieces of memorabilia from the comedian's career.

Adam and his siblings have always been incredibly close

Valerie Sandler in the audience for 'The Tonight Show'

As kids, Adam had a close-knit bond with his older siblings. Looking back, Adam said his sisters Elizabeth and Valerie always encouraged him and included him in everything they did — even when they went on dates!

"My sisters, Elizabeth and Valerie, they included me in everything they did. They would always tell me to sing, tell stories, they'd go to all my games, they'd root for me. They'd even take me on dates with their boyfriends. They just always made me feel like I was the star of the family," Adam shared during his Mark Twain Prize acceptance speech.

As for his older brother Scott, Adam said he was equally encouraging and was "always nice" to him and had a "calm" demeanor.

"He would just tell me I'm funny all the time. He'd say I was great on the guitar, tell me I could sing as good as Stephen Tyler. He told me to read Mad Magazine and we'd watch Benny Hill together," Adam shared in the speech.

Scott organized Adam's first stand-up comedy gig

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Adam Sandler at the Comic Strip

When Adam was still a senior in high school, Scott helped him organize his first-ever comedy gig in Boston. Looking back, Adam said he probably wouldn't have done it without Scott's encouragement.

"If he hadn't said to do it, I wouldn't have thought it was a normal thing to do. I would have said, 'Mom and Dad are going to get mad at me,' " Adam explained to Ben Stiller in Interview Magazine back in 1994. "But because he told me to do it, and I knew that my parents respected his brain, I was like, 'He said to do it, so it must be okay.' "

When the time came, Scott drove Adam to Stitches Comedy Club — and then gave him the confidence to keep going when he thought his set didn't go well.

"He says, 'You're gonna get on stage, you have five minutes to do jokes. What are you gonna say?' I said, 'I'm not sure, I'll just wing it.' Because … I had no idea what the hell — I didn't even know you were supposed to prepare. So I went up there, I was terrible," Adam explained in his Mark Twain Prize acceptance speech.

He continued, "For some reason on the way home, my brother made me feel like I had the best set of any comedian that night. And he's like, you just gotta prepare next time. But they loved you. And in my head I was like, 'They did?' "

Adam credits Scott with encouraging him to be an actor

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Adam Sandler attends screening of Netflix's "The Meyerowitz Stories (New And Selected)" in 2017

Adam admits that it was actually Scott who gave him the idea of being an actor. After starting college, he was struggling to pick a major, and Scott suggested he try out acting. Although Adam had never considered an entertainment career, he said Scott and his family gave him "some insane, weird confidence" about himself.

"When it came time to pick my college major, my brother was the one who said I should be an actor. I said, 'Well, what am I going to do with my life?' He said, 'You should be an actor. You're as funny as Rodney Dangerfield and Eddie Murphy.' And I never thought that, but he sort of just made me feel like I was," Adam revealed during his Mark Twain Prize acceptance speech.

Adam was accompanied by Scott at his Hollywood Hand and Footprint Ceremony

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Scott Sandler, Adam Sandler, Jack Nicholson and Rob Schneider

Despite being close to his siblings, Adam isn't often spotted with his brother or sisters. But in 2005, Scott made a rare red carpet appearance when he attended Adam's Hand and Footprint Ceremony at Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, Calif.

The sibling duo posed for photos together alongside Adam's wife, Jackie Sandler, and mom Judy.

Valerie is a really big fan of Adam's friend Jimmy Fallon

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Adam Sandler during an interview with host Jimmy Fallon in 2022

Although Adam's sister Valerie keeps much of her life private, she did accompany him to an appearance on The Tonight Show in July 2015. While she was sitting in the audience, Adam told host Jimmy Fallon just how much her sister loved him.

"She loves you, more than anything," Adam told Fallon on the show. "I kept saying, 'You're coming to New York. You'll have fun.' [She said], 'Can you get me tickets for Jimmy Fallon?' She kept saying it over and over, 'Can you get me Jimmy Fallon tickets?' Yeah, yeah, I'll get them for you."

Adam eventually secured the tickets to the show, but when he told Valerie he would be the celebrity guest, he admitted she was jokingly disappointed it wasn't someone more famous.

Elizabeth's son Tyler is following in Adam's footsteps

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Adam Sandler and Tyler Spindel attend Netflix's Special Screening of "The Out-Laws"

While Adam's sister, Elizabeth, has worked as a dentist, per her LinkedIn profile, her son, Tyler, has decided to follow in his famous uncle's footsteps. After graduating from Harvard in 2007, Tyler moved to New York to do stand-up comedy. Less than a year later, he got a job writing for a movie and moved out to Los Angeles. There, he began directing.

Since then, he's directed shows like Chelsea Lately and The Jack and Triumph Show, as well as several movies, including Father of the Year, The Wrong Missy and The Out-Laws. Through it all, Tyler says his uncles, Adam and Scott, have been "extremely instrumental" in teaching him and guiding him through the entertainment industry.

"I would be lucky to have a career like him. Extremely lucky," Tyler told The Harvard Crimson in December 2017 of Adam's career. "But I try to write different style jokes than him, I try to do a little bit different style of humor. He's been a huge influence on me. I honestly wouldn't be out here if it wasn't for him."

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USA TODAY and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. Pricing and availability subject to change.Netflix hits back at claims that Diddy documentary footage was stolen Anna Kaufman, USA TODAYDecember 3, 2025 at 9:07 AM 1 Netflix hits back at claims that Diddy documentary footage was stolen Netflix is hitting back against claims from Sean "Diddy" Combs that footage in a new docuseries was obtained illegally.

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Netflix hits back at claims that Diddy documentary footage was stolen

Netflix is hitting back against claims from Sean "Diddy" Combs that footage in a new docuseries was obtained illegally.

The streaming giant, which released the Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson-produced "Sean Combs: The Reckoning" on Tuesday, said they have the "necessary rights" to all footage used in the project – and that they had offered an interview to the music mogul, which he declined.

"The Reckoning," a four-part docuseries that dives into Combs' come-up in the music business (and later his downfall), employs a mix of interviews and some never-before-seen footage from the days before his arrest of federal sex-trafficking charges. Combs' team has since argued that the "biased Netflix production" used "stolen footage that was never authorized for release."

50 Cent's Diddy doc features never-seen footage days before arrest

The filmmakers are vigorously denying such a claim.

"It came to us, we obtained the footage legally and have the necessary rights. We moved heaven and earth to keep the filmmaker's identity confidential," director Alexandria Stapleton told Tudum, Netflix's internal publication. "One thing about Sean Combs is that he's always filming himself, and it's been an obsession throughout the decades. We also reached out to Sean Combs' legal team for an interview and comment multiple times, but did not hear back."

In a separate statement from a Netflix spokesperson, shared with USA TODAY Dec. 2, the streamer doubled down on that sentiment.

"The claims being made about 'Sean Combs: The Reckoning' are false. The project has no ties to any past conversations between Sean Combs and Netflix," the company said. "The footage of Combs leading up to his indictment and arrest were legally obtained. This is not a hit piece or an act of retribution. Curtis Jackson is an executive producer but does not have creative control. No one was paid to participate."

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Netflix's statement responds to claims from the Combs camp that 50 Cent's involvement with the project undermines its legitimacy, given the rapper's alleged personal grievances against the Bad Boy Records founder.

In a statement provided to USA TODAY, a spokesperson for Combs described "Sean Combs: The Reckoning" as a "shameful hit piece." Combs spokesperson Juda Engelmayer also told USA TODAY that his legal team would not be commenting "on individual claims being repeated in the documentary."

"Many of the people featured have longstanding personal grievances, financial motives, or credibility issues that have been documented for years," Engelmayer said. "Several of these stories have already been addressed in court filings, and others were never raised in any legal forum because they're simply not true. The project was built around a one-sided narrative led by a publicly admitted adversary, and it repeats allegations without context, evidence, or verification."

Sean "Diddy" Combs' family has shown their support for the embattled music mogul through his avalanche of civil lawsuits and his 2025 criminal trial, which resulted in his acquittal on top charges. He was ultimately found guilty of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He has a sprawling family including seven children. Combs, who's never been married, shares four of these adult children — Quincy Brown, whom he adopted, Christian "King" Combs, and twins D'Lila and Jessie Combs — with the late model Kimberly Porter. He had this first child, Justin Dior Combs, with Misa Hylton and shares daughter Chance Combs with businesswoman Sarah Chapman. His youngest, Love Sean Combs, was born to Dana Tran in 2022.Scroll through for photos of the Combs family through the years, starting with this group shot of Justin Combs, Christian Combs, Quincy Brown, Sean Combs, D'Lila Star Combs, Chance Combs and Jessie James Combs at the pre-Grammy Awards gala on Jan. 25, 2020.

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1 / 27Sean 'Diddy' Combs' family supports him through legal troubles: See his children

Sean "Diddy" Combs' family has shown their support for the embattled music mogul through his avalanche of civil lawsuits and his 2025 criminal trial, which resulted in his acquittal on top charges. He was ultimately found guilty of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He has a sprawling family including seven children. Combs, who's never been married, shares four of these adult children — Quincy Brown, whom he adopted, Christian "King" Combs, and twins D'Lila and Jessie Combs — with the late model Kimberly Porter. He had this first child, Justin Dior Combs, with Misa Hylton and shares daughter Chance Combs with businesswoman Sarah Chapman. His youngest, Love Sean Combs, was born to Dana Tran in 2022.Scroll through for photos of the Combs family through the years, starting with this group shot of Justin Combs, Christian Combs, Quincy Brown, Sean Combs, D'Lila Star Combs, Chance Combs and Jessie James Combs at the pre-Grammy Awards gala on Jan. 25, 2020.

Combs is currently serving out a federal prison sentence in New Jersey, and separately facing an avalanche of civil suits accusing him of a long history of abusive behavior. He has maintained his innocence.

In July, Combs was convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution in a federal criminal trial, largely considered a relatively favorable outcome as he was acquitted on more serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. He was sentenced to just over four years in prison.

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Jimmy Kimmel thinks it may be time for President Donald Trump to take a screen break.

The late-night host on his Tuesday, Dec. 2, episode mocked Trump for having an unusually active evening on Truth Social, during which he fired off more than 150 posts in a single night. According to Axios, on Dec. 1, the president posted exactly 158 times between 9 p.m. and 12 a.m.

"I know I've said this before, but for real, this time he went completely off the rails last night," Kimmel said, addressing on the "onslaught" of posts from the "man who's allegedly running the country."

To provide a visual of Trump's "avalanche of angry posts," Kimmel put Trump's many, many Truth Social messages up on screen behind him.

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"Do you know how long you have to be on the toilet to post that much?" he joked, going on to ask, "What was Melania doing during this five-hour, manic Monday marathon? Hiding under the Christmas tree?"

Trump's Truth Social posting spree included everything from attacks on his political opponents to a clip of his cameo in the 1992 film "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York," which Kimmel said he believes was the "last time Donald Trump was happy."

Jimmy Fallon also addressed Trump's posting spree at the top of "The Tonight Show," quipping, "Well, I think we know where Venezuela's cocaine has been going."

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"It's like someone said to Trump, 'Tell us the results of your MRI without telling us the results of your MRI,'" he continued. "160 posts in one night. This morning, Trump's thumbs were as swollen as his ankles."

resume production after it was pulled off the air Sept. 17, following comments he made in the wake of Charlie Kirk's killing. Kimmel, a frequent critic of Donald Trump, often earned the ire of the president.After the announcement, Trump urged other networks to do the same. Scroll to see the other late-night talk show hosts that have feuded with the president over the years.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Comedian Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", will resume production after it was pulled off the air Sept. 17, following comments he made in the wake of Charlie Kirk's killing. Kimmel, a frequent critic of Donald Trump, often earned the ire of the president.After the announcement, Trump urged other networks to do the same. Scroll to see the other late-night talk show hosts that have feuded with the president over the years.

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Comedian Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", will resume production after it was pulled off the air Sept. 17, following comments he made in the wake of Charlie Kirk's killing. Kimmel, a frequent critic of Donald Trump, often earned the ire of the president.After the announcement, Trump urged other networks to do the same. Scroll to see the other late-night talk show hosts that have feuded with the president over the years.

">Comedian Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", will resume production after it was pulled off the air Sept. 17, following comments he made in the wake of Charlie Kirk's killing. Kimmel, a frequent critic of Donald Trump, often earned the ire of the president.After the announcement, Trump urged other networks to do the same. Scroll to see the other late-night talk show hosts that have feuded with the president over the years.

" src=https://ift.tt/wPFJeNV class=caas-img>Fallon is pictured here at the Met Gala on May 5, 2025, in New York City.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>In 2016, Jimmy Fallon interviewed Trump ahead of the election, ruffling the then-candidate's signature orange hair. After the interview received backlash, Fallon said he regretted parts of the interview. In response, Trump took to social media to criticize the "Tonight Show" host, writing: "@jimmyfallon is now whimpering to all that he did the famous 'hair show' with me (where he seriously messed up my hair), & that he would have now done it differently because it is said to have 'humanized' me-he is taking heat. He called & said 'monster ratings.' Be a man Jimmy!" Fallon is pictured here at the Met Gala on May 5, 2025, in New York City.

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In 2016, Jimmy Fallon interviewed Trump ahead of the election, ruffling the then-candidate's signature orange hair. After the interview received backlash, Fallon said he regretted parts of the interview. In response, Trump took to social media to criticize the "Tonight Show" host, writing: "@jimmyfallon is now whimpering to all that he did the famous 'hair show' with me (where he seriously messed up my hair), & that he would have now done it differently because it is said to have 'humanized' me-he is taking heat. He called & said 'monster ratings.' Be a man Jimmy!" Fallon is pictured here at the Met Gala on May 5, 2025, in New York City.

">In 2016, Jimmy Fallon interviewed Trump ahead of the election, ruffling the then-candidate's signature orange hair. After the interview received backlash, Fallon said he regretted parts of the interview. In response, Trump took to social media to criticize the "Tonight Show" host, writing: "@jimmyfallon is now whimpering to all that he did the famous 'hair show' with me (where he seriously messed up my hair), & that he would have now done it differently because it is said to have 'humanized' me-he is taking heat. He called & said 'monster ratings.' Be a man Jimmy!" Fallon is pictured here at the Met Gala on May 5, 2025, in New York City.

" src=https://ift.tt/dikBAK0 class=caas-img>In 2013, Trump tweeted, "I promise you that I'm much smarter than Jonathan Leibowitz - I mean Jon Stewart @TheDailyShow. Who, by the way, is totally overrated." Stewart is a sharp critic of Trump, often taking aim at the political movement he has created.Here, Stewart is pictured at "The Daily Show" official Emmy Screening on June 7, 2025, in Los Angeles.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>"The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart has a history of heated exchanges with Trump. In 2013, Trump tweeted, "I promise you that I'm much smarter than Jonathan Leibowitz - I mean Jon Stewart @TheDailyShow. Who, by the way, is totally overrated." Stewart is a sharp critic of Trump, often taking aim at the political movement he has created.Here, Stewart is pictured at "The Daily Show" official Emmy Screening on June 7, 2025, in Los Angeles.

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"The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart has a history of heated exchanges with Trump. In 2013, Trump tweeted, "I promise you that I'm much smarter than Jonathan Leibowitz - I mean Jon Stewart @TheDailyShow. Who, by the way, is totally overrated." Stewart is a sharp critic of Trump, often taking aim at the political movement he has created.Here, Stewart is pictured at "The Daily Show" official Emmy Screening on June 7, 2025, in Los Angeles.

">"The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart has a history of heated exchanges with Trump. In 2013, Trump tweeted, "I promise you that I'm much smarter than Jonathan Leibowitz - I mean Jon Stewart @TheDailyShow. Who, by the way, is totally overrated." Stewart is a sharp critic of Trump, often taking aim at the political movement he has created.Here, Stewart is pictured at "The Daily Show" official Emmy Screening on June 7, 2025, in Los Angeles.

" src=https://ift.tt/Ij4D1UM class=caas-img>Oliver said he wasn't interested in having Trump on his show, which Trump responded to on X, writing: "John Oliver had his people call to ask me to be on his very boring and low-rated show, I said 'NO THANKS' Waste of time & energy!" Oliver refuted that report. Here, Oliver is pictured in at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 14, 2025, in Los Angeles.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>John Oliver, a "Daily Show" alum who now hosts "Last Week Tonight" is also a frequent Trump critic, and feuded publicly with the president over a potential show appearance in 2015. Oliver said he wasn't interested in having Trump on his show, which Trump responded to on X, writing: "John Oliver had his people call to ask me to be on his very boring and low-rated show, I said 'NO THANKS' Waste of time & energy!" Oliver refuted that report. Here, Oliver is pictured in at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 14, 2025, in Los Angeles.

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John Oliver, a "Daily Show" alum who now hosts "Last Week Tonight" is also a frequent Trump critic, and feuded publicly with the president over a potential show appearance in 2015. Oliver said he wasn't interested in having Trump on his show, which Trump responded to on X, writing: "John Oliver had his people call to ask me to be on his very boring and low-rated show, I said 'NO THANKS' Waste of time & energy!" Oliver refuted that report. Here, Oliver is pictured in at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 14, 2025, in Los Angeles.

">John Oliver, a "Daily Show" alum who now hosts "Last Week Tonight" is also a frequent Trump critic, and feuded publicly with the president over a potential show appearance in 2015. Oliver said he wasn't interested in having Trump on his show, which Trump responded to on X, writing: "John Oliver had his people call to ask me to be on his very boring and low-rated show, I said 'NO THANKS' Waste of time & energy!" Oliver refuted that report. Here, Oliver is pictured in at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 14, 2025, in Los Angeles.

" src=https://ift.tt/JyswMWt class=caas-img>"I absolutely love that Colbert got fired, his talent was even less than his ratings," the president wrote. Among his late-night peers, Colbert was among Trump's sharpest critics. Colbert is pictured here at Apple TV+'s Primetime Emmy party red carpet on Sept. 14, 2025, in West Hollywood.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>When CBS announced the network was terminating "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" after the 2025-2026 season, Trump took to social media to celebrate. "I absolutely love that Colbert got fired, his talent was even less than his ratings," the president wrote. Among his late-night peers, Colbert was among Trump's sharpest critics. Colbert is pictured here at Apple TV+'s Primetime Emmy party red carpet on Sept. 14, 2025, in West Hollywood.

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When CBS announced the network was terminating "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" after the 2025-2026 season, Trump took to social media to celebrate. "I absolutely love that Colbert got fired, his talent was even less than his ratings," the president wrote. Among his late-night peers, Colbert was among Trump's sharpest critics. Colbert is pictured here at Apple TV+'s Primetime Emmy party red carpet on Sept. 14, 2025, in West Hollywood.

">When CBS announced the network was terminating "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" after the 2025-2026 season, Trump took to social media to celebrate. "I absolutely love that Colbert got fired, his talent was even less than his ratings," the president wrote. Among his late-night peers, Colbert was among Trump's sharpest critics. Colbert is pictured here at Apple TV+'s Primetime Emmy party red carpet on Sept. 14, 2025, in West Hollywood.

" src=https://ift.tt/moadqRl class=caas-img>The ire, it seems, is mutual, with the president writing previously on social media: "How bad is Seth Meyers on NBC, a 'network' run by a truly bad group of people - Remember, they also run MSDNC. I got stuck watching Marble Mouth Meyers the other night, the first time in months, and every time I watch this moron I feel an obligation to say how dumb and untalented he is, merely a slot filler for the Scum that runs Comcast." Meyers is pictured here at SiriusXM's "The Howard Stern Show" on June 17, 2025, in New York City.

" style=padding-bottom:56%>Seth Meyers, the host of "Late Night" on NBC is a frequent critic of Trump and his administration.The ire, it seems, is mutual, with the president writing previously on social media: "How bad is Seth Meyers on NBC, a 'network' run by a truly bad group of people - Remember, they also run MSDNC. I got stuck watching Marble Mouth Meyers the other night, the first time in months, and every time I watch this moron I feel an obligation to say how dumb and untalented he is, merely a slot filler for the Scum that runs Comcast." Meyers is pictured here at SiriusXM's "The Howard Stern Show" on June 17, 2025, in New York City.

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Seth Meyers, the host of "Late Night" on NBC is a frequent critic of Trump and his administration.The ire, it seems, is mutual, with the president writing previously on social media: "How bad is Seth Meyers on NBC, a 'network' run by a truly bad group of people - Remember, they also run MSDNC. I got stuck watching Marble Mouth Meyers the other night, the first time in months, and every time I watch this moron I feel an obligation to say how dumb and untalented he is, merely a slot filler for the Scum that runs Comcast." Meyers is pictured here at SiriusXM's "The Howard Stern Show" on June 17, 2025, in New York City.

">Seth Meyers, the host of "Late Night" on NBC is a frequent critic of Trump and his administration.The ire, it seems, is mutual, with the president writing previously on social media: "How bad is Seth Meyers on NBC, a 'network' run by a truly bad group of people - Remember, they also run MSDNC. I got stuck watching Marble Mouth Meyers the other night, the first time in months, and every time I watch this moron I feel an obligation to say how dumb and untalented he is, merely a slot filler for the Scum that runs Comcast." Meyers is pictured here at SiriusXM's "The Howard Stern Show" on June 17, 2025, in New York City.

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1 / 6Jimmy Kimmel, Jon Stewart, see late-night hosts who have beefed with President Trump

Comedian Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", will resume production after it was pulled off the air Sept. 17, following comments he made in the wake of Charlie Kirk's killing. Kimmel, a frequent critic of Donald Trump, often earned the ire of the president.After the announcement, Trump urged other networks to do the same. Scroll to see the other late-night talk show hosts that have feuded with the president over the years.

The various late-night hosts also had a field day with Trump's latest Cabinet meeting on Dec. 2. Kimmel characterized it as simply an excuse for Trump to be "showered with praise," and he played a montage of clips where the president's eyes appeared to be closed during the meeting.

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"Tell us again how Sleepy Joe is, will you?" Kimmel joked. "Of course he's tired: He was up all night posting!"

Meanwhile, Stephen Colbert also alleged on "The Late Show" that Trump was "dozing off" during the Cabinet meeting while Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke.

"Let's be fair," Colbert joked. "Maybe he's so old that he fell asleep in an afternoon meeting, or maybe he just closed his eyes to better concentrate on filling his adult diaper. Then, he fell asleep."

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