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'227' and 'Sanford and Son' Legendary Actor Hal Williams Dies at 91

'227' and 'Sanford and Son' Legendary Actor Hal Williams Dies at 91

Manager Announces His Death on Local Time on the 16th… Veteran Actor Who Led a Golden Age of American Sitcoms Comes to Rest He played “Lester,” the kind father of Regina King’s character, and the husband of Marla Gibbs’s character, in the popular sitcom '227' A standout comedic duo as the “Smitty” police officer on 'Sanford and Son'… “Ad-libs he came up with even when there was no script” He kept acting with the same intensity even at age 91, appearing in a recent CBS 'Matlock' remake
An African American character actor who helped define the golden age of American sitcoms in the 1970s and 1980s, Hal Williams, has died, bringing warm laughter and emotion to living rooms. He was 91. ■ The warm patriarch of '227' as “Lester”… Setting a model for Black families On local time on the...
Legend of Mexico’s Silver Screen Elsa Aguirre Dies at 96 as President Mourns

Legend of Mexico’s Silver Screen Elsa Aguirre Dies at 96 as President Mourns

The iconic figure who led Mexico’s movie golden age in the 1940s and 1950s has died at 96. President Claudia Sheinbaum mourns, saying she helped shape cultural identity
Mexico’s film muse, remembered forever after taking down the curtain on an era Legendary actress 'Elsa Aguirre', who drove the most brilliant chapter in Mexico’s film industry, passed away on the 14th at the age of 96.
‘King of Reggae’ Fantan Mojah Dies of Heart-Related Complications on Eve of His 50th Birthday at Age 49

‘King of Reggae’ Fantan Mojah Dies of Heart-Related Complications on Eve of His 50th Birthday at Age 49

He died suddenly at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) in Jamaica on the 14th (local time)… After a recent rapid deterioration in health and a long fight, he passed away A modern route-reggae legend who dominated Jamaica’s charts for eight straight weeks in the 2000s with “Hungry” and “Hail the King” After overcoming a shock diagnosis that his heart function had fallen to 15% in 2024, he returned to the stage—only to die suddenly, shocking fans worldwide The tragedy that was reported as he was preparing to return to the international stage after his German Reggae Jam Festival visa was approved
A globally known reggae star from Jamaica who led the golden era of modern route reggae with a deep, spiritual voice and an uncompromising message, Fantan Mojah (Fantan Mojah; 49), died suddenly just weeks before his 50th birthday.
'Something Rotten' and 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' musical star Josh Grisetti dies at 44

'Something Rotten' and 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' musical star Josh Grisetti dies at 44

Actor and close friend Rob McClure shared the news via social media, saying, “Sharing the news with a shattered heart” Grisetti, who played Nigel Bottom in the Broadway hit 'Something Rotten!', captivated musical fans worldwide He also made a deep impression as Ralph Emerson in the Emmy-winning 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' Season 5
Josh Grisetti (Josh Grisetti·44), a skilled actor who dazzled audiences while moving seamlessly between stage and screen, including the Broadway musical 'Something Rotten. ' and the drama 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,' died last Friday after a brief life. He was 44.
'Madame Gao'—the Most Powerful Villain in 'Marvel's Defenders'—Wai Ching Ho Dies at 82

'Madame Gao'—the Most Powerful Villain in 'Marvel's Defenders'—Wai Ching Ho Dies at 82

Foreign media reports on the 13th (local time)… a standout scene-stealer on Netflix's Marvel series Also excelled as 'Madame Gao,' the leader of the criminal organization 'The Hand,' in 'Daredevil' and 'Iron Fist' Co-star actor Peter Shinkoda broke the news on social media, saying, “My coolest friend in the world—I learned something every single moment”
In Netflix-Marvel’s cinematic universe series, the Hong Kong-born veteran actress Wai Ching Ho (Wai Ching Ho·82) died. She had left a deep impression on genre fans worldwide for her portrayal of the mysterious, powerful villain “Madame Gao. ” She was 82.
'Jurassic Park's' Everlasting Hero, Sam Neill Dies at 78

'Jurassic Park's' Everlasting Hero, Sam Neill Dies at 78

Family and official social media announcements on the 13th (local time)… Neill fell asleep peacefully beside his family at a hospital in Sydney, Australia After a blood cancer (T-cell lymphoma) diagnosis in 2022, he recently received a clean bill of health, but an unexpected tragedy followed From Dr. Alan Grant in 'Jurassic Park' to 'The Piano' and 'Peaky Blinders,' he crisscrossed the screen in more than 150 productions over 50 years New Zealand and Australian prime ministers mourn in unison… “The greatest cultural icon that carried our film industry to the world”
The lasting star of the 'Jurassic Park' film series and a veteran of Hollywood, Sam Neill , has died. Fans were reassured after news spread that he had beaten blood cancer and recently received a clean bill of health, but his sudden death has plunged the global film industry into deep sorrow.
‘Legend of the Husky Voice’ Bonnie Tyler Dies in Portugal at 75

‘Legend of the Husky Voice’ Bonnie Tyler Dies in Portugal at 75

Family statement released on the 9th (local time)… Expected recovery after a bout following surgery takes an unexpected turn, leaving her to rest forever She was the star behind the immortal 1983 mega hit “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” leaving a lasting mark on pop history With a distinct, rough tone, she earned three Grammy nominations and an honor from the British Empire (MBE) Music world colleagues such as Catherine Zeta-Jones, Rod Stewart, and Bryan Adams join a tearful tribute line
Legendary Welsh pop star Bonnie Tyler (Bonnie Tyler·75), who dominated the pop scene in the 1980s with explosive vocals and her signature alluring husky voice, has died. With total solar eclipses or lunar eclipses as they happen, she had captured radio and streaming charts around the world, earning...
'Total Eclipse of the Heart' singer Bonnie Tyler dies at 75

'Total Eclipse of the Heart' singer Bonnie Tyler dies at 75

Pop icon Bonnie Tyler, after an emergency operation, died at 75 following a coma
A legend of the ‘husky voice’ falls asleep amid an eternal total eclipse Bonnie Tyler, a British pop star who left an unrivaled mark on the pop music scene in the 1980s, has died at the age of 75. Major overseas outlets, including the BBC, reported in unison that an era-defining icon who moved...
'Bong Joon-ho discovery' British critic Tony Rayns dies, a patron of Korean cinema

'Bong Joon-ho discovery' British critic Tony Rayns dies, a patron of Korean cinema

The late Tony Rayns, credited as a patron of Korean cinema who helped launch the Busan International Film Festival, gave the overseas first introduction of Bong Joon-ho’s short film 'Jirimeuryeol'
Remembering Tony Rayns, 'Korea film's eternal compass' The 'Pioneer with Blue Eyes' who brought Korean film from the margins to the center of global attention has left us. 'Tony Rayns,' a leading British film critic and programmer, died on the 8th.
'Party Rock Anthem' vocalist and G.R.L. group member Lauren Bennett dies at 37

'Party Rock Anthem' vocalist and G.R.L. group member Lauren Bennett dies at 37

Bennett was the mesmerizing voice behind LMFAO’s 2011 mega hit She shaped the pop scene as a British singer, moving through the girl group Paradiso Girls and then G.R.L., and her death has shocked fans worldwide Former bandmates paid tribute in tears, saying, “Our hearts are broken, and we will remember her forever.”
Lauren Bennett (Lauren Bennett·37), the lead vocalist of a shuffle-dance craze that dominated clubs and music charts worldwide in the early 2010s and the voice behind the mega hit “Party Rock Anthem,” has died. ■ An era icon is gone… A sudden obituary shared by G. R. L.