Articles about "Celebrity Death"
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News2 years agoMitzi Gaynor Dead: Legendary ‘South Pacific’ Actress Was a ‘Vibrant and Extraordinary Woman’
Mitzi Gaynor, best known for her role in South Pacific, has died. She was 93. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of...
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News2 years agoEthel Kennedy Dead: Robert F. Kennedy’s Widow Dies at 96, Family Announces in Statement
Ethel Kennedy, the widow of Robert F. Kennedy, has died at the age of 96. She died “from complications related to a stroke suffered last week,”...
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News2 years agoKris Kristofferson’s ‘Love Confessions’ Revealed in His Diary: It Will ‘Make a Lot of People Blush’
Kris Kristofferson was reminiscent during the last years of his life and kept a diary detailing all his wild romances and flings, sources exclusively tell Closer. “Kris...
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News2 years agoRemembering Kris Kristofferson After His Death: ‘I’ve Had a Life of All Kinds of Experiences’
He started writing songs as a little boy in Brownsville, Texas, and would go on to become one of country music’s most celebrated and prolific artists...
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News2 years agoWhat Happened to ‘American Pickers’ Host Frank Fritz? Inside Private Health Battle Before His Death
American Pickers went through a major change in July 2021 when cohost Frank Fritz left the series. Three years later, fans were shocked by news of...
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News2 years agoFrank Fritz Dead at 60: ‘American Pickers’ Star Dies After Health Issues, Mike Wolfe Confirms
American Pickers star Frank Fritz has died, his family and costar Mike Wolfe confirmed in statements shared on social media. He was 60. “It’s with a...
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News2 years agoBarbra Streisand Shares Tribute to ‘A Star Is Born’ Costar Kris Kristofferson After His Death
Barbra Streisand shared a heartfelt tribute to A Star Is Born costar Kris Kristofferson after his death at age 88 on September 28. The pair costarred...
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News2 years agoAlison Sweeney Pays Tribute to Late ‘Days of Our Lives’ Costar Drake Hogestyn: ‘My Heart Breaks’
Alison Sweeney and the Days of Our Lives family are mourning the loss of Drake Hogestyn, who died at age 70 from pancreatic cancer. “It’s with...
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News2 years agoMaggie Smith Dead: Beloved ‘Downton Abbey’ Actress Dies at 89, Family Announces in Statement
Dame Maggie Smith, best known for portraying Violet Crawley in Downton Abbey and Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter franchise, has died. She was 89...
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News2 years agoEduardo Xol Dead After Stabbing: ‘Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’ Star and Actor Was 58
Eduardo Xol, perhaps best known for his involvement in the show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, has died. He was 58 years old. His death was confirmed...
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News2 years agoChristopher Reeve ‘Knew Not to Leave Things Unsaid’ After 1995 Accident Left Him Paralyzed
Christopher Reeve‘s three kids remember their father as someone who always said what was on his mind. The Superman actor was paralyzed from the neck down...
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News2 years agoJames Earl Jones Dead at 93: Voiceover Legend’s Career Spanned More Than 6 Decades
James Earl Jones, a legendary voiceover artist and actor of more than 60 years, died at age 93 on Monday, September 9, Closer confirmed. The esteemed...
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News2 years agoGena Rowlands’ ‘Mind Had Been Wiped Clean’ Before ‘The Notebook’ Star’s Death at Age 94
In a heartbreaking twist of fate, Hollywood legend Gena Rowlands went to her grave ravaged by the same brain-wasting disease that robbed her most famous character...
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News2 years agoPhil Donahue Was ‘Loving and Generous’: Looking Back at the Life of the King of Daytime Talk
Phil Donahue recalled the moment he realized the power of the microphone. “I was a reporter for WABJ radio in Adrian, Michigan,” he told Closer. “I...
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News2 years agoRemembering Gena Rowlands: ‘The Notebook’ Actress Lived ‘Many Lives’ Before Her Death at Age 94
Gena Rowlands admitted she didn’t expect the rapturous reception The Notebook received, but she understands why it happened. “I think it was such a big hit...
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News2 years agoRobin Williams Remembered By Family and Friends 10 Years After His Death: ‘He Had So Much Empathy’
To the people who loved Robin Williams — including his millions of fans around the world — it’s hard to believe it’s been a decade since...
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Couples2 years agoMarlo Thomas Speaks Out After Husband Phil Donahue’s Death at Age 88: ‘I Lost My Sweetheart’
Marlo Thomas released an emotional statement after the death of her husband, Phil Donahue. “Hello, Friends. I’m sure by now you’ve heard the very sad news...
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News2 years agoKelly Ripa Mourns ‘Good Friend’ Phil Donahue in Tribute After Talk Show Host’s Death at 88
Kelly Ripa posted an emotional tribute to longtime friend Phil Donahue on social media after his death on August 18. “Good friends are hard to come...
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News2 years agoPhil Donahue Dead Following a Long Illness: Legendary Talk Show Host Was 88 Years Old
Talk show legend Phil Donahue has died, his family confirmed in a statement. He was 88 years old. Donahue was surrounded by his family at the...
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News2 years ago‘Notebook’ Actress Gena Rowlands Dead at 94 After Family Revealed Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
Gena Rowlands, known for her tremendous contributions to the film and television worlds, has died at age 94, Variety confirmed on Wednesday, August 14. Her cause...
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News2 years agoJohn Ritter’s Death Affected Widow Amy Yasbeck ‘So Greatly’: It’s Become ‘More Poignant and Painful’
More than two decades after John Ritter’s shocking sudden death, his wife and child are still shattered by the loss. The beloved Three’s Company star Ritter...
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News2 years agoInside Richard Simmons’ Final Days Before Shocking Death: ‘Everything Happened the Way He Wanted’
For the past 35 years, Teresa Reveles not only worked for Richard Simmons — overseeing the upkeep of his Hollywood Hills home and fixing his meals...
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News2 years agoClint Eastwood’s Longtime Girlfriend Christina Sandera’s Cause of Death Revealed
Clint Eastwood‘s longtime girlfriend Christina Sandera’s cause of death has been confirmed five days after her passing. The philanthropist died of a heart attack at 61...
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News2 years ago‘Elf’ and ‘Big Bang Theory’ Actor Bob Newhart Dies at 94 After a ‘Series of Illnesses’
Legendary TV sitcom star and comedian Bob Newhart has died at the age of 94 following a series of “short illnesses,” his publicist announced on Thursday,...
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News2 years agoInside Richard Simmons’ Last Health Update Before His Death at Age 76: ‘I Feel Good’
Richard Simmons died at the age of 76, just one day after he celebrated his birthday. Fans were shocked to learn of his passing as the...
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News2 years ago‘Charmed’ and ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ Alum Shannen Doherty Dies From Cancer at Age 53
Shannen Doherty has lost her battle with cancer. The actress, who was best known for roles on Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed, died on Saturday, July 13, her...
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News2 years agoRichard Simmons Dead at Age 76: Fitness Fanatic Found Unresponsive at Home
Richard Simmons is dead at age 76. Simmons’ housekeeper called authorities on Saturday, July 13, at around 10:00 a.m. PST, according to TMZ. The outlet reported...
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News2 years agoShelley Duvall Dies at 75: Statement From ‘The Shining’ Actress’ Longtime Partner Dan Gilroy
Shelley Duvall, best known for her role in Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining, has died at age 75. “My dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend left...
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News2 years agoKiefer Sutherland Is ‘Heartbroken’ After Death of Dad Donald, ‘Making Plans’ for a Tribute to Late Actor
Kiefer Sutherland has been devastated by the loss of his father, Donald Sutherland, who died in Miami on June 20 at the age of 88 following...
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News2 years agoBill Cobbs Dead: Prolific Character Actor From ‘The Bodyguard, ‘Air Bud’ and More Dies at 90
Prolific character actor Bill Cobbs has died at the age of 90, his family revealed in a Facebook statement on Wednesday, June 26. “We are saddened...
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News2 years agoJane Fonda Reacts to Ex Donald Sutherland’s Death: A ‘Brilliant Actor and Complex Man’
Jane Fonda shared how she’s been left “heartbroken” by ex Donald Sutherland‘s death while sharing a moving tribute about some of their times together. “I am...
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News2 years agoDonald Sutherland Dead at 88: See Emotional Statement From Son Kiefer Sutherland and Tributes
Donald Sutherland has died at age 88, his son Kiefer Sutherland confirmed in a statement posted on Instagram on Thursday, June 20. “With a heavy heart,...
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News2 years agoFeds Question a Celebrity as a Possible Suspect in Matthew Perry’s Death: Inside Investigation
A shocking twist occurred in the details surrounding Matthew Perry’s unexpected death after he drowned in his hot tub as a result of “acute effects of...
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News2 years ago‘Die Hard 2’ and ‘The Waltons’ Actor Tom Bower Dies at Age 86, Rep Confirms
Character actor Tom Bower has died at the age of 86, his rep confirmed to Closer on Thursday, June 6. “Tom was an insanely great actor...
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News2 years agoMichael Easton Recalls Heartbreaking Final Moments Before Costar Kamar de los Reyes’ Death
Michael Easton will always remember his One Life to Live costar Kamar de los Reyes, who died from cancer on December 24, 2023, at age 56....
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News3 years agoPhilip Seymour Hoffman’s Sister Writes Tribute to Late Actor 10 Years After His Death
Philip Seymour Hoffman’s sister Emily Barr remembered his remarkable life in a deeply personal essay 10 years after his death. “Phil and I loved reading,” she...
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News3 years ago‘American Idol’ Alum Mandisa Found Dead in Her Home at 47: See Statement and Tributes
Mandisa, who competed on season 5 of American Idol, has died at the age of 47, her rep confirmed in a statement to Closer on Friday,...
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News3 years agoO.J. Simpson Dead at 76 After Cancer Battle: See Statement From the Former NFL Star’s Family
O.J. Simpson has died at age 76, the former NFL player’s family confirmed in a statement on Thursday, April 11. “On April 10th, our father, Orenthal...
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News3 years agoToby Keith Remembered in All-Star Tribute at 2024 CMT Music Awards 2 Months After Death
Toby Keith was remembered during an all-star tribute at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on Sunday, April 7, two months after he died. Sammy Hagar took...
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News3 years agoSoap Star Robyn Bernard’s Death at 64: Her Heartbreaking Final Moments
Late soap star Robyn Bernard‘s life was taking a dramatic turn long before she died in an open field in San Jacinto, Calif., sources exclusively reveal...
‘General Hospital’s’ Alexa Havins Would Love to Share the Screen With Her Husband Again
'General Hospital' star Alexa Havins muses about husband Justin Bruening joining the GH cast, reuniting the former 'All My Children'...
‘Days of our Lives’ Alum Jen Lilley Celebrates Her Own ‘Christmas Miracle’
'Days of our Lives' star Jen Lilley relaunches her Christmas Is Not Cancelled toy drive, aiming to deliver 20,000 toys...