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Doors Co-Founder + Keyboardist Ray Manzarek Dead at 74

Cassandra Rose — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:44:45 +0000

After a lengthy battle with bile duct cancer, Doors keyboardist and co-founder Ray Manzarek passed away today (May 20). He was 74 years old. TMZ is reporting that Manzarek was at the RoMed Clinic in Rosenheim, Germany when he died. Said Doors guitarist Robby Krieger of the news, “I was deeply saddened to hear about [...]

Racing Legend Dick Trickle Commits Suicide

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:41:14 +0000

Richard "Dick" Trickle died Thursday at the age of 71. His body was discovered next to his pickup truck at a cemetery in Lincoln County, North Carolina, after the longtime NASCAR and short-track driver shot himself, according to police.

Dr. Joyce Brothers Dies at Age 85

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:05:43 +0000

Dr. Joyce Brothers, the psychologist whose career included a syndicated column, books, stints on television and in film, has died. She was 85. Brothers passed away Monday in New York City, although no cause of death has been revealed. Brothers first rose to fame by winning the top prize in 1955 while a contestant on [...]

Chris Kelly of Kris Kross Had Cocaine + Heroin in His System Before He Passed

Kat Lee — Thu, 02 May 2013 22:06:36 +0000

This sad news just keeps getting worse. After passing away at the young age of 34, it was discovered that Chris Kelly, of the '90s rap group Kris Kross, had both cocaine and heroin in his system at his time of death.

Legendary Mouseketeer Annette Funicello Dead at 70 [VIDEOS]

Ryan Anderson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 17:47:00 +0000

Actress, singer and former Mouseketeer Annette Funicello has passed away at the age of 70 from complications stemming from her battle with multiple sclerosis. Funicello first entered households in the mid-1950s as a 12-year-old Mouseketeer, and later parlayed her fame onto the big screen, starring in a string of ’60s movies with Frankie Avalon like [...]

Legendary Music Producer Phil Ramone Dies

Jessica Sager — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 13:03:29 +0000

It’s a dark day for music lovers everywhere. Legendary producer Phil Ramone passed away at 72 years old yesterday (March 30). Ramone had been hospitalized since February for an aortic aneurysm. He is survived by his wife, Karen, and sons BJ, Matt and Simon. Ramone worked with everyone from Madonna, Bono, Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin [...]

Bonnie Franklin From 'One Day At A Time' Dies

JayCee — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:30:47 +0000

“Ann Romano” was the “single mom” to Julie and Barbara Cooper (who happened to be two of my crushes during my coming-of-age years), friend to Schneider, and an account executive at an ad agency; her struggles with juggling them together weaved the fabric for a pretty good sitcom in the mid-’70s to early ’80s, One [...]

Dr. Drew Speaks Out on Mindy McCready's Death + the 'Celebrity Rehab' Curse

Jessica Sager — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 06:11:12 +0000

Following her tragic death from a self-inflicted gunshot, Mindy McCready became the fifth alum of 'Celebrity Rehab' -- which later had a name change to 'Rehab With Dr. Drew' -- to die in an untimely manner since appearing on the show.

Obviously, this doesn't make Dr. Drew Pinsky look too good.

Where Is the Remaining Cast of 'Diff'rent Strokes' Today?

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 21:24:54 +0000

Conrad Bain, the actor fondly remembered as Mr. Drummond on 'Diff'rent Strokes,' has passed away. While most of the show's bigger stars have died, (we miss you, Gary Coleman) there are a few who are still with us.

So, what are they up to today?

Charles Durning, Two-Time Oscar Nominee, Dead at 89

Damon Houx — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 08:09:41 +0000

Charles Durning, one of the great character actors of the modern era, has passed away at the age of 89 from natural causes. If the name doesn’t ring a bell, his work should as he’s been a reliable supporting player in cinema and television for decades. A World War II veteran, it took Durning a [...]

Dave Brubeck Dies, One Day Shy Of 92

JayCee — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 21:10:06 +0000

According to the AP, jazz musician Dave Brubeck has died. The story lists the cause of death as heart failure, with his death coming one day before his 92nd birthday. Brubeck is best know for his song “Take Five”, but I will always remember him for his contributions to the “Peanuts” franchise. [...]

Michael Clarke Duncan Dead at 54

Damon Houx — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 02:30:30 +0000

Michael Clarke Duncan, with his inimitable voice and stature, has passed away from a heart attack at age 54, according to his fiancee. Duncan first entered Hollywood doing bit parts in films like ‘Friday’ and ‘Bullworth’ often playing a security guards or bouncers (and often credited as ‘Big Mike” Duncan). It was his turn as [...]

Phyllis Diller Dead at 95

JayCee — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 20:39:08 +0000

According to the New York Times, Phyllis Diller died this morning at the age of 95.

Thank you for the laughs, rest in peace.

(Via NYT)

R.I.P. Ron Palillo, You Were My Favorite Sweathog

JayCee — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 17:01:08 +0000

We have received word that Ron Palillo, better known as Arnold Horshack on the television program Welcome Back, Kotter, passed away today at the age of 63.

'George Jefferson' Dead At 74

Steve Wiley — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:42:24 +0000

Sherman Hemsley best known for portraying George Jefferson on All in the Family and later The Jeffersons has passed away, according to TMZ .Hemsley was 74.

Sally Ride, Space Shuttle Astronaut, Dead At 61

JayCee — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 22:44:48 +0000

According to ABC News, Sally Ride, America's first woman in space, has died at the age of 61 from pancreatic cancer.

Stallone's Son Dead

JayCee — Sat, 14 Jul 2012 02:00:34 +0000

Sage Stallone Found Dead

Donna Summer: 1948-2012

JayCee — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:25:28 +0000

When I heard of the death of Donna Summer this morning, my thoughts went immediately to my best friend Keith LeBlanc, who lost his battle with cancer two years ago. Keith was a huge fan of "Lady Donna" (as I heard him call her on occasion). Keith opened my eyes to the 'deeper cuts' of Donna Summer, and I owe him for that.