Feb 20 Eric Dane, 'Grey's Anatomy' star and ALS advocate, dies at 53 By Maria Sherman, Associated Press Dane died from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, known also as Lou Gehrig’s disease, less than a year after he announced his diagnosis. Continue reading
Jan 30 Catherine O'Hara, Emmy-winning actor and comedian of 'Schitt's Creek' fame, dies at 71 By Andrew Dalton, Jocelyn Noveck, Associated Press O'Hara, the Emmy-winning actor known for comedic roles across the decades — from Kevin's beleaguered mom in “Home Alone” to the iconic Moira Rose in “Schitt's Creek” — died at her home in Los Angeles “following a brief illness,” according to a… Continue reading
Dec 13 On turning 100, comedy legend Dick Van Dyke says: 'You want to live more, which I plan to' By Associated Press Comedy icon Dick Van Dyke celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, hitting the century mark some six decades after he sang and danced with Julie Andrews in “Mary Poppins” and starred in his self-titled sitcom. Continue reading
Nov 11 Sally Kirkland, Oscar-nominated screen and stage star, dies at age 84 By Mark Kennedy, Associated Press Her biggest role was in 1987's “Anna” as a fading Czech movie star remaking her life in the United States. Continue reading
Oct 25 June Lockhart, beloved mother figure of 'Lassie' and 'Lost In Space' fame, dies at 100 By Bob Thomas, Beth Harris, Associated Press June Lockhart, who became a mother figure for a generation of television viewers whether at home in “Lassie” or up in the stratosphere in “Lost in Space,” has died. Continue reading
Oct 11 Diane Keaton, Oscar-winning star of 'Annie Hall' and 'The Godfather,' dies at 79 By Lindsey Bahr, Associated Press People Magazine reported Saturday that Keaton died in California with loved ones, citing a family spokesperson. The unexpected news was met with shock around the world. Continue reading
Aug 17 Terence Stamp, British actor who portrayed General Zod in early 'Superman' films, dies at 87 By Pan Pylas, Associated Press Stamp’s six decades in the business were peppered with highlights, but it was his portrayal of the bearded General Zod in 1978's “Superman” and its sequel “Superman II” two years later that most people associate with the British actor. Continue reading
Aug 12 Danielle Spencer, young actor on 'What's Happening!!' turned veterinarian, dies at 60 By Andrew Dalton, Associated Press Spencer played Dee, the smarter, more serious younger sister who offered a steady stream of deadpan roasts of her big brother and his friends. The show, set in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Watts, was among the first on television… Continue reading
May 20 George Wendt, actor whose name everyone knew on 'Cheers,' dies at 76 By Mark Kennedy, Associated Press On "Cheers," Wendt's entrances were always cheered with a warm “Norm!” — and his wisecracks always landed. He later crafted a stage career that took him to Broadway in “Art,” “Hairspray” and “Elf.”… Continue reading
May 02 Ruth Buzzi, comic actor on 'Laugh-In' and more, dies at 88 By Beth Harris, Associated Press Buzzi rose to fame as the frumpy and bitter Gladys Ormphby on the groundbreaking sketch comedy series “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In” and made over 200 television appearances during a 45-year career. Continue reading