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Skip- Tony Award-nominated actor Donald Moffat died Thursday due to complications from a stroke, his daughter said. He was 87. The actor was born in the United Kingdom in 1930 and moved to the U.S. when he was 26 years old. Lynn Moffat told The New York Times her father was “anxious” to leave the U.K.read more
- Penny Marshall, who starred in "Laverne & Shirley," died at age 75. The New York-born actress rose to fame from her hit 1970s sitcom "Laverne & Shirley." She starred as Laverne DeFazio, the Milwaukee brewery worker, alongside Cindy Williams in the hit ABC comedy show. The series, which aired from 1976 to 1983, was among the biggest hits of its era.read moreReutersShare
- Ken Berry, the actor perhaps best known for his portrayal of Capt. Wilton Parmenter on the TV comedy series “F Troop,” died at age 85. Berry was also known for roles on “Mayberry RFD,” the spinoff of “The Andy Griffith Show,” and “Mama’s Family,” a spinoff of “The Carol Burnett Show.”read more
- Stephen Hillenburg created nautical nonsense under the sea. The "SpongeBob Squarepants" creator passed away Monday at the age of 57 following a battle with Lou Gehrig's disease, also known as ALS. An Oklahoma native with a love of both drawing and marine biology, Hillenburg conceived, wrote, produced and directed the animated series that began in 1999 and went on to spawn hundreds of episodes, movies and a Broadway show.read moreFilmMagic via GettyShare
- Ricky Jay, a magician, historian of oddball entertainers and actor who appeared in "Boogie Nights" and other films, died at age 72. Jay appeared in several films and television series, including as a cameraman in "Boogie Nights"; in "Magnolia" and "Tomorrow Never Dies"; and in HBO's "Deadwood." He consulted on "Ocean's Thirteen" and "Forrest Gump" and collected rare books on unusual entertainers and performers dating back hundreds of years.read more
- Devin Lima of the band LFO has died following a yearlong battle with stage 4 adrenal cancer. The musician appeared on a YouTube video alongside his bandmate Brad Fischetti in October 2017, where they asked fans for prayers and “positive vibes” for Lima.read moreGregg DeGuire/WireImage for The Recording AcademyShare
- Country star Roy Clark, the legendary singer and multi-instrumentalist with an ear-to-ear smile who headlined the hit TV show "Hee Haw" for nearly a quarter century, died at age 85. Clark was the "Hee Haw" host or co-host for its entire 24-year run, with Buck Owens his best-known co-host. The country music and comedy show's last episode aired in 1993, though reruns continued for a few years thereafter.read moreGettyShare
- Katherine MacGregor, who played the antagonist character Harriet Oleson on TV's "Little House on the Prairie," died at age 93. While her nasty daughter, Nellie Oleson, was the character viewers most loved to hate on the NBC show that ran from 1974 to 1983, her cruel, greedy mother Harriet was just as awful. They stood in contrast to the warm, loving members of the Ingalls family who were the show's focus, and often the Olesons' targets.read moreGetty ImagesShare
- Stan Lee, the comic book mastermind who changed the landscape of the superhero genre by creating countless beloved characters, has died at age 95. As the top writer at Marvel Comics and later as its publisher, he revived the industry in the 1960s by offering the costumes and action craved by younger readers while insisting on sophisticated plots, college-level dialogue, satire, science fiction, even philosophy.read moreAPShare
- Former professional wrestler and National Wrestling Alliance champion, “Dirty” Dick Slater died at age 67. Slater, who was born Richard Van Slater, had a long wrestling career that spanned three decades. His time in the ring came to an end in 1996, after he sustained a terrible back injury while in the World Championship Wrestling league.read moreDick Slater FacebookShare
- Peggy McCay, the Emmy-winning actress best known for her role as Caroline Brady on the NBC soap opera “Days of Our Lives,” died at age 90. McCay was nominated several times for daytime and primetime Emmys, winning the latter award for her guest role on “The Trials of Rosie O’Neil.”read moreFacebookShare
- Peter Donat, the Canadian actor who played Agent Fox Mulder's father in "The X-Files" and had roles in TV shows, films and onstage, died at age 90. Donat also had guest roles on TV shows such as "Murder, She Wrote," ''Hawaii Five-O," ''Hill Street Blues" and "The F.B.I." He also appeared in the Francis Ford Coppola films "The Godfather Part II" and "Tucker: The Man and His Dream."read moreGetty ImagesShare
- Fenella Fielding, a British actress who was the glamorous, velvet-voiced star of the "Carry On" comedies, died at age 90. Fielding appeared regularly in British stage, screen and television productions from the 1950s. In the 1960s, she starred in three films in the "Doctor in the House" comedy series and two of the double entendre-laden "Carry On" comedies.read morePA Archive/PA ImagesShare
- Bill Daily, known for his comedic characters on the classic sitcoms “I Dream of Jeannie” and “The Bob Newhart Show,” died in Santa Fe, N.M., his family said. He was 91. The actor starred as Maj. Roger Healey, the comical sidekick to Larry Hagman’s Air Force Capt. Anthony Nelson, in all five years of NBC’s “I Dream of Jeannie,” which starred Barbara Eden in the title role and ran from 1965-1970. Hagman died in 2012 at age 81.read more
- Burt Reynolds, the legendary actor with the disarming smile and trademark mustache who starred in iconic films including "Smokey and the Bandit" and "The Longest Yard," died at age 82. Reynold's Hollywood career skyrocketed in the ‘70s after his breakout film role as Lewis Medlock in 1972’s “Deliverance.” The star went on to appear in nearly 200 films throughout his lifetime.read more
- Kyle Pavone, lead singer of the rock band, "We Came As Romans," died at age 28. Pavone's bandmates "will miss his smiles, his sincerity, his concern for others, and his impressive musical talent." The cause of death for Pavone, 28, was not revealed.read moreGetty Images/Daniel Boczarski/RedfernsShare
- Former Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Ed King died at age 68. King’s family announced his passing on his Facebook page. King died at his home in Nashville, they said. The rocker played guitar for Lynyrd Skynyrd from 1972 to 1975 and from 1987 to 1996. He co-wrote one of the band’s classic songs “Sweet Home Alabama.”read more
- Aretha Franklin, the "Queen of Soul" whose recordings of such classics as "Respect" and "Chain of Fools" made her the first female artist to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, died of advanced pancreatic cancer. She was 76.read moreKatherine Frey/The Washington Post via Getty ImagesShare
- Reality star Lyric McHenry was found dead Tuesday morning in New York City, according to multiple reports. She was 26. According to reports, McHenry, who appeared alongside Magic Johnson's son, EJ Johnson, on the 2016 E! show "EJNYC," was found on a sidewalk in the Bronx at around 5 a.m.read moreInstagramShare
- Charlotte Rae, the Emmy and Tony-nominated actress who entertained TV audiences as Mrs. Garrett on "The Facts of Life" and "Diff'rent Strokes," died Sunday at the age of 92, her publicist announced. The actress passed away in her home in Los Angeles, surrounded by family, according to the publicist, who did not provide a cause of death.read more
- Character actor Roger Perry died Thursday at his home in Indian Wells, Calif., after a battle with prostate cancer. He was 85. Perry compiled dozens of feature, television, and stage credits during a long career that began when he was discovered by Lucille Ball, who put the young actor under contract to Desilu Studios. He co-starred with Pat O’Brien in the ABC series “Harrigan and Son,” and co-starred with Chuck Connors and Ben Gazzara in the 90-minute drama “Arrest & Trial.”read moreYouTubeShare
- Stage, film and TV actor Stanley Anderson, known for his role as the judge in the final episode of "Seinfeld" and as General Slocum in "Spider-Man," has died. Anderson passed away June 24, six weeks after being diagnosed with brain cancer, according to a statement from his family. He was 78.read moreColumbia PicturesShare
- "Operation Repo" star Carlos Lopez Jr. has died aged 35. The reality star and character actor's body was found by his roomate, who called emergency services. Paramedics attended but he was pronounced dead at the scene. Lopez starred on the reality show "Operation Repo" from 2012 to 2014 and also appeared on "iCarly" and "CSI: Cyber."read moreInstagramShare
- Jackson Odell may be best known for his role as Ari Caldwell on the ABC series “The Goldbergs” or from his time appearing in “Modern Family” and Nickelodeon’s “iCarly” as well as the movie “Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer.” Law enforcement found him in a San Fernando Valley sober living facility unresponsive.read moreAlberto E. Rodriguez/Getty ImagesShare
- Elizabeth Sung, the veteran TV and film actress who starred in “The Young and the Restless” soap opera, died at age 63. Sung's other notable television appearances included roles on “Hawaii Five-O,” “The Sopranos,” “Bones,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “NCIS: Los Angeles,” “Charmed” and many others.read moreFarrah Su/Visual CommunicationsShare
- Margot Kidder, best known for her role as Lois Lane in the "Superman" films of the 1970s and 80s, has died. She was 69. Kidder starred opposite Christopher Reeve in "Superman" and three sequels. She continued to act in many movies and TV shows, most recently the 2017 film "The Neighborhood." According to IMDB, she has roles in two upcoming films that are in pre-production.read moreAPShare
- Pamela Gidley’s died “peacefully in her home” in Seabrook. The cause of death was not immediately clear. Gidley began her career modeling and acting in New York City before moving to Los Angeles, where she stayed for most of her adult life. She got her big break in 1986, when she starred in “Thrashin” with Josh Brolin and Sherilyn Fenn. She later starred in “Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me” in 1992, playing Teresa Banks.read moreGettyShare
- Swedish EDM star Avicii was found dead in Muscat, Oman. Avicii was a pioneer of the contemporary Electronic Dance Movement and a rare DJ capable of worldwide arena tour. He won two MTV Music Awards, one Billboard Music Award and earned two Grammy nominations. His biggest hit was "Le7els."read more(AP)Share
- Harry Anderson, famed 80s sitcom star best known for his work as judge Harry T. Stone on “Night Court,” died at age 65. In his Asheville, N.C. home. Fans may remember Anderson for his role in “Night Court,” but it was hardly his only acting job. After making a splash with numerous appearances on “Saturday Night Live,” he had a lengthy recurring role on “Cheers” as Harry “The Hat” Gittes. He later appeared as the original Richie character in the made-for-TV adaptation of Stephen King’s “It,” which was recently remade into a movie.read more
- Yvonne Staples, whose voice and business acumen powered the success of her family's Staples Singers gospel group, has died at age 80. Staples was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with her family in 1999. The group also received a lifetime achievement award from the Grammys in 2005. Yvonne Staples, whose voice and business acumen powered the success of her family's Staples Singers gospel group, has died at age 80. Staples was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with her family in 1999. The group also received a lifetime achievement award from the Grammys in 2005. Staples also became active in the civil rights movement and performed at events at the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s request.read more
- Chuck McCann, the zany comic who hosted a children's television show in the 1960s before branching out as a character actor in films and TV, died in Los Angeles. He was 83. McCann died of congestive heart failure in a Los Angeles hospital, according to his publicist Edward Lozzi.read moreLozzi Media Services via APShare
- Former professional wrestling champion "Luscious" Johnny Valiant died after being struck crossing a street in a Pittsburgh suburb. The WWE says Valiant won the world tag team championships in 1974 with James Fanning as The Valiant Brothers. He partnered with "Gentleman" Jerry Valiant to win the world tag team championships in 1979. He also managed Hulk Hogan in the 1980s.read moreYouTubeShare
- Steven Bochco, who wrote and produced some of the most memorable shows in television history, died after a lengthy battle with leukemia. He was 74. A New York City native, Bochco won 10 Primetime Emmy Awards, six of them for "Hill Street Blues" -- his breakout hit in a television career that spanned nearly five decades.read moreREUTERS/Lucy NicholsonShare
- Actress DuShon Monique Brown, who played a secretary in the NBC show "Chicago Fire," died at age 49. Brown was a veteran of Chicago theater. She worked as a crisis counselor at a Chicago high school and led its drama program before winning the role of Connie on "Chicago Fire". She played the assistant to Chief Boden, played by Eamonn Walker.read moreTimothy Hiatt/Getty ImagesShare
- British comedian Ken Dodd, whose seven-decade career stretched from the music-hall era to the age of social media died at age 90. Publicist Robert Holmes says Dodd died Sunday at his Liverpool home — the same house where he was born in 1927. Dodd, who had recently been hospitalized with a chest infection, married his long-time partner Anne Jones shortly before his death.read moreAPShare
- British actress Emma Chambers died of natural causes at 53. Chambers was best known for her role as Alice Tinker in television series “The Vicar of Dibley” which aired from 1994 to 2007, for which she won the British Comedy Award for Best TV Actress. She also starred in the hit 1999 film “Notting Hill” and 1994 television miniseries “Martin Chuzzlewit.”read more
- Award-winning actress Nanette Fabray, known for her roles in “The Band Wagon” and “Caesar’s Hour,” passed away at 97 years old. Over the course of decades in show business, Fabray racked up a number of accolades. She earned a Tony award for her role in the 1948 musical “Love Life,” as well as a nod for her part in “Mr. President.” She earned three Emmy awards – two for “Caesar’s Hour” and one for best comedienne.read moreAP Photo/Rich Maiman, FileShare
- Country singer Daryle Singletary died at his home in Lebanon, Tennessee at 46.Singletary was best known for his hit songs "Too Much Fun," "I Let Her Lie" and "Amen Kind of Love." He began his career as a Southern gospel singer and considered Ricky Skaggs, George Jones and Keith Whitley as his musical influences.read moreCourtesy Absolute PublicityShare
- Veteran actor Mickey Jones, whose face can be recognized from many film and television roles, has died at 76. Easily recognizable for his long beard and burly demeanor, Jones played roles as hard men in films such as “Vacation,” “M.A.S.H.,” “Total Recall” and “Tin Cup.” However, he also showed his softer side, while still portraying a burly-type in roles like “Home Improvement” where he and the K&B Construction boys played music with various tools on “Tool Time” the fictional show hosted by Tim Allen’s character.read moreFacebookShare
- Mark E Smith death. File photo dated 16/06/05 of The Fall singer Mark E Smith who has died aged 60 at home on Wednesday morning, the band's manager Pam Van Damned said. Issue date: Wednesday January 24, 2018. See PA story DEATH Smith. Photo credit should read: YUI MOK/PA Wire URN:34630218read more
- Country singer Lari White died on Jan. 23 after a battle with cancer. She was 52. The Grammy-winning singer was best known for her hit '90s singles "Now I Know" and That's My Baby." She first rose to fame after appearing on Jim Ed Brown's "You Can Be a Star" talent show.read moreReutersShare
- Country singer Lari White died on Jan. 23 after a battle with cancer. She was 52. The Grammy-winning singer was best known for her hit '90s singles "Now I Know" and That's My Baby." She first rose to fame after appearing on Jim Ed Brown's "You Can Be a Star" talent show.read moreReutersShare
- Actress Olivia Cole (second from left), best known for her performances in “Roots” and “The Women of Brewster Place,” died on Jan. 19. She was 75.read moreReutersShare
- FILE - This is a Jan. 4, 1973 file photo of actor Peter Wyngarde. Longtime British television star Peter Wyngarde died in London on Monday Jan. 15, 2018. He was 90. The stylish Wyngarde had been cited by the creators of the Austin Powers films as one of the inspirations for the fictional character. He was best known for his role as the detective Jason King in the popular Department S show but played numerous other roles.(PA, File via AP)read morePA Archive/PA ImagesShare
- Edwin Hawkins, the gospel star best known for the crossover hit "Oh Happy Day" and as a major force for contemporary inspirational music, died at age 74 on Jan. 15. He had been suffering from pancreatic cancer.read moreAPShare
- Singer Dolores O'Riordan, of the Irish band The Cranberries, died at age 46 on Jan. 15. Her publicist told the Associated Press that O'Riordan died suddenly Monday in London, where she was recording. The cause of death wasn't immediately available.read moreReutersShare
- Doreen Tracey, one of the original Mouseketeers on “Mickey Mouse Club,” died from pneumonia in Jan. 10 after battling cancer for two years. She was 74.read moreAPShare
- British hard rock band Motorhead revealed their former guitarist Edward "Fast Eddie" Clarke died at age 67 on Jan. 10. Motorhead said on Facebook that Clarke died in a hospital while being treated for pneumonia. Clarke joined Motorhead soon after it was founded in 1975 by former Hawkwind bassist Ian "Lemmy" Kilmister. He was the final survivor of the band's classic lineup: Lemmy, Clarke and drummer Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor.read moreGettyShare
- Ray Thomas, a founding member of British rock group The Moody Blues, died at 76, months before the band is due to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. His music label, Esoteric Recordings/Cherry Red Records, said Thomas died suddenly Thursday at his home in Surrey, south of London on Jan. 4.read more
- Jerry Van Dyke, comedian, actor and younger brother of Dick Van Dyke, died at his Arkansas home at the age of 86 on Jan. 5. Van Dyke’s wife, Shirley, said her husband’s health began deteriorating after they were both involved in a car accident two years earlier. Van Dyke was best known for his role on “Coach” where he played Assistant Coach Luther Van Dam. The role garnered him four Emmy nominations.read moreAPShare
- FILE - In this Dec. 26, 1945, file photo, actress Peggy Cummins, 20, smiles in Superior Court, in Los Angeles, after her contract with Twentieth Century-Fox Studio had been approved. Cummins, who gave an indelible performance as the lethal, beret-wearing robber in the noir classic "Gun Crazy," has died. Cummins, who retired from acting in the early 1960s, died Friday, Dec. 29, 2017, in London at age 92. (AP Photo/File)read moreCopyright 2018 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.Share
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