World Jun 26 Sergei Ivanov, former Russian defense minister once seen as Putin's likely successor, dies at 73 By Associated Press
Arts Jun 22 Watch 3:21 Music industry titan Clive Davis, who turned artists into stars across genres, dies at 94 The music industry lost a titan on Monday. Clive Davis, who nurtured artists across nearly every major genre for more than half a century, has died at the age of 94. Nick Schifrin reports. By Nick Schifrin, Jackson Hudgins
Nation Jun 22 Watch 6:39 Remembering the legacy of Alan Greenspan, 'maestro' of the U.S. economy Alan Greenspan, the former chairman of the Federal Reserve, died Monday of complications from Parkinson’s at the age of 100. Greenspan was widely considered the most powerful Fed chair in modern times, largely presiding over a period of long prosperity,… By Paul Solman, Diane Lincoln Estes
Arts Jun 19 James Burrows, director of classic sitcoms including 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85 Burrows spent his career behind the camera specializing in situation comedies. Few viewers recognized him or knew his name, other than to see it flash quickly on the screen in the opening credits. But they knew his work. By Beth Harris, Associated Press
Arts Jun 12 Watch 3:15 Remembering revolutionary painter David Hockney and his artistic legacy British artist and painter David Hockney, one of the most celebrated art icons of the 20th and 21st centuries, died at the age of 88. Jeffrey Brown has a look at his life and legacy. By Jeffrey Brown, Kayan Taraporevala
Jun 05 Anthony Head, British actor known for 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' dies at 72 By Associated Press Head achieved U.S. fame as librarian Rupert Giles, mentor to the title character in the cult-favorite supernatural series “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” which ran from 1997 to 2003. Continue reading
Jun 04 Artist and filmmaker Marjane Satrapi, creator of 'Persepolis,' dies at 56 By Associated Press “Her passing marks the loss of a leading figure of French culture and an artist devoted to freedom, whose work carried a universal message and earned her immense international acclaim,” the French presidency said in a statement. Continue reading
May 26 Sonny Rollins, saxophonist and restless genius of jazz, dead at 95 By Associated Press He was one of the last living greats of the bebop era and one of the most influential saxophonists of his time. Continue reading
May 21 2-time NASCAR champion Kyle Busch dies at 41 after being hospitalized with 'severe illness' By Steve Reed, Associated Press Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup Series champion who won more races than anyone across NASCAR’s three national series, has died. He was 41. Continue reading
May 20 Barney Frank, financial reformer and trailblazer for gay rights, dies at 86 By Steven Sloan, Associated Press The longtime Democratic congressman and leading liberal brought new visibility to gay rights and crafted the most significant reforms to the financial system in a generation. Frank was known for his acerbic wit, combative style and focus on marginalized communities. Continue reading