Paying tribute to the entertainers who died this year.
Ruth Westheimer, country music superstarToby Keith, Broadway legendChita Rivera, andRockyandMandalorianactor Carl Weathers.
Capodice died on Dec. 30, according to a listing from thePizzi Funeral Homein Northvale, New Jersey.
Meredith Vieira and husband Richard Cohen.Santiago Felipe/Getty
No cause of death was disclosed.
Capodice is survived by his wife, two daughters and four grandchildren.
He loved meeting you at conventions, hearing your stories, and sharing in your passion for the saga.
John Capodice.Beck Starr/FilmMagic
She took home the Globe for her work on the show in 1979 and 1980.
She played Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Shakespeare’s tragedy oppositeLeonard Whiting’s Romeo.
(Judges ultimately tossed out both cases.)
Angus MacInnes in ‘Atlantic City’ (1980); Angus MacInnes in ‘Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope ‘(1977).CBS via Getty; Lucasfilm
Born in 1941, the filmmaker co-wroteSmokey and the BanditandJack Nicholson’s directorial projectGoin’ Southin the late 1970s.
Shyer later directedThe Affair of the Necklacein 2001 and 2004’sAlfie, and most recently helmed 2022’sThe Noel Diary.
She most recently appeared alongsideBlake LivelyinBaz Luhrmann’sTo Catch a Thiefinspired shoot forVogue’s September issue.
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Capri made his Broadway debut in 1991 withCatskills on Broadway,which ran for 14 months and toured nationally.
He’d go on to release three EPs and three mixtapes in a single year.
The remix peaked at No.
Linda Lavin.Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty
90 on the U.S.BillboardHot 100 chart and No.
21 onBillboard’s U.S.
Hot Rap Songs chart.
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Maco released his debut studio album,The God of Rage, in 2021.
His death was confirmed in a family statement released by CBS Sports on Dec. 27.
Perry dated actressJane Fondafor eight years, before they parted in 2017.
Olivia Hussey Eisley.Rodin Eckenroth/Getty
Meek played the younger version ofAnsel Elgort’s Baby inEdgar Wright’s 2017 action movie.
He’s also credited in a lead voice role as Bada in animated Youtube seriesBadanamu CadetsandBadanamu Stories.
The actor got his start in small roles in films likeClaudine,Death Wish, and Brian De Palma’sSisters.
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A lifelong Buddhist, the actor is survived by wife Babe, their son Ogadae, and his family.
Fornes’ other television credits include appearances onThe Walking Dead,Homicide Hunter,Genius, andFound.
On the big screen, Fornes appeared in the filmsSomnium,Origin, andDo You Believe?.
Dayle Haddon.ANDREA RENAULT/AFP via Getty
Her later movies includedStir Crazy,True Confessions,Star Trek: Generations, andBurlesque.
Law, The Ellen Show,and many other projects.
Real Monsters,American Dad, andBen 10.
Dick Capri.Dave Kotinsky/Getty
“David was a veteran, small business owner, and software engineer,” the statement read.
The two did eventually meet but separated not long after.
He also appeared on shows hosted byDavid Letterman,Howard Stern, andJimmy Fallon.
OG Maco.Prince Williams/WireImage
The film starredJohn Malkovichas a Kreskin-esque entertainer andColin Hanksas his young manager.
He most recently appeared in the West End production ofI’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire.
“We send our deepest condolences to his friends and family at this time.
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May he rest in peace.”
Law, Hotel, You Are the Jury,andCold Case.
Abrahams died of natural causes in his Santa Monica home, his son Joseph toldThe Hollywood Reporter.
Richard Perry.Christopher Polk/WireImage
Rather than helm the sequel, they next created the 1982 television seriesPolice Squad.
The series was critically acclaimed and earned two Emmy nods but aired only six episodes before being canceled.
He also went on to helm the spoof filmJane Austens Mafia, and co-wrote 2006sScary Movie 4.
Geoffrey Deuel.Courtesy Everett
On the TV side, Holliman also toplined the short-lived WesternWide Country.
Kildare,The Six Million Dollar Man,Empty Nest,Murder, She WroteandCaroline in the City.
He won a Golden Globe forThe Rainmaker, and was nominated for another for his role inDelta.
Hudson Meek.Hudson Meek/Instagram
Helen Gallagher
Two-time Tony winner andRyan’s HopestarHelen Gallagher died Nov. 24at 98.
Her debut novel,A Woman of Substance, sold over 30 million copies worldwide alone.
The actor is survived by daughter Jessie and wife Haiyan Liu Withers.
Art Evans in 2018.Joshua Blanchard/Getty
lang, Jerry Lee Lewis, Ice-T, and more.
Rapper Xzibitbroke the newsin a social media post shared by the artist’s son, Lil Saafir.
“Approximately at 8:45am this morning, my brother Reggie known to the world as Saafir passed away.
Keller Fornes on ‘County Rescue’.Great American Family
We have so much history I can’t even explain what I’m feeling right now.
We surrounded him and let him know how much we loved him.
He can rest now.”
Gwen Van Dam on ‘The League’.FXX
Born in Ohio in 1941, Matchinga began her career studying acting and playwriting at Carnegie Mellon.
She published a novel,The Girl, in 2012.
Thank you for sharing your light with us."
Alfa Anderson in 2015.Steven A Henry/WireImage
Judith Jamison
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Dance legend Judith Jamison died Nov. 9 at 81.
The piece was inspired by and dedicated to “all Black women everywhere especially our mothers.”
He won Emmys before that at the Detroit television station WDIV in 2013 and 2014.
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33 on the Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Nelson was also a mainstay at Prince-related events over the years.
Though he scored several films, includingThe Pawnbroker,Jones soon turned to producing and arranging.
David Murphey.David Murphey/Instagram
With 28 Grammys, he’s currently the third-highest winner of all time.
Jones will be awarded an honorary Oscar onNov.
Jones was married three times and is survived by his seven children, includingParks and RecreationactressRashida Jones.
Michael Cole on ‘The Mod Squad’.ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty
His first major role was in the 1976 Emmy-nominated made-for-TV filmJudge Horton and the Scottsboro Boys.
In 2005, he reprised the character of Cochise inThe Warriorsvideo game.
“He passed peacefully holding hands with his wife Eleonora and his beloved toy poodle - Ivy.
The Amazing Kreskin.Bobby Bank/Getty Images
In the 1978 movieDoc Savage: The Man of Bronze, he again played a comic book character.
“I thought I had learned my lesson,” he toldNJ.comin April 2012.
The son was then fatally shot by authorities.
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Aaron Kaufman
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Writer, director, and producer Aaron Kaufman died Oct. 17 at 51.
He was perhaps best known for co-directing the Emmy-nominated Ukraine war documentarySuperpowerwithSean Penn.
Payne had been in Argentina to attend a concert by his former bandmate Niall Horan.
Thom Christopher.Kimberly Butler/ABC/Courtesy Everett
The group recorded five albums in six years before going on indefinite hiatus in 2016.
“I venture to keep my job and music separate,” Katold theNew York Timesin 2017.
“I never wanted be ‘The Rapping Captain.’
Kyle Birch.Dave Benett/Getty
I venture to be a good firefighter.
And when I come home, I have a go at make some dope music.”
A 9/11 first responder, Ka was with the FDNY for two decades and retired in 2019.
Bob Bryar performs with My Chemical Romance.Bill McCay/WireImage
Zaldivar was found injured in an SUV on Oct. 3 and rushed to the hospital.
After undergoing surgery and being placed on life support, he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
A suspect has since beenarrested and chargedwith second-degree murder.
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Zaldivar was known for his contributions to the Cubaton genre, combining reggaeton and traditional Cuban rhythms.
His other notable songs included “La Historia,” “El Papelito,” and “Rulay.”
In the 1983 movieRisky Business, he played the father ofTom Cruise’s main character, Joel Goodsen.
Jim Abrahams.Stefanie Keenan/Getty
He is survived by his wife Christina Belford, daughter Stacey Pryor, and grandchildren Auguste and Avril Bas.
He landed his role onDark Shadowsin 1967.
His final role was in the 1985 TV miniseriesA Death in California.
Earl Holliman.E. Charbonneau/WireImage
Born in Winnipeg, Blye began his career as a featured singer on variety radio shows across the country.
Blye also caught the attention of Fred Rogers and appeared on his children’s program from 1961 to 1965.
Two years later, he would relocate to New York to support his older sister’s burgeoning music career.
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He also collaborated with artists includingDolly PartonandTony Bennett, for whom he directed music videos.
“The last few years have not been easy.
“I’m glad he’s not suffering anymore.
Barbara Taylor Bradford.SAV/GC
There will never be anyone like him.
I know he’s dancing somewhere.”
Ciccone died peacefully and surrounded by loved ones, including his husband, Ray Thacker.
Michael Villella.Bobby Bank/Getty
Heultimately parted ways with the seriesafter 21 seasons, with Wolfe remaining as its host.
He next originated the role of Old Deuteronomy in the first Broadway production ofCats.
Prior to his death, Page returned to The Muny for 2024 productions ofLes MiserablesandWaitress.
Chuck Woolery.Game Show Network /Courtesy Everett Collection
He made his Broadway debut in 2002, starring oppositeSutton FosterinThoroughly Modern Millieand earning his first Tony nom.
On the screen, Creel appeared inRyan MurphysAmerican Horror Storiesand TV moviesEloise at the PlazaandEloise at Christmastime.
Born in Tokyo, Oyama made her acting debut in a 1956 drama on Japan’s NHK public television.
Mark Withers.Lorimar Television/Everett
The massively popular saga was read and watched by millions of fans in Japan and across the world.
Oyama would retire as the robotic cat’s voice in 2005, when the entire voice cast was refreshed.
His gravelly voice and complex, poetic lyricism made him a favorite among his contemporaries.
Andy Paley.Scott Dudelson/Getty
His unique balance of ruggedness and sensitivity made him a beloved performer in both leading and supporting roles.
His best known role came in 1976 with the second remake ofA Star Is Born, starringBarbra Streisand.
John Ashton
John Ashton, who starred as Sgt.
Rapper Saafir photographed in 1994.Raymond Boyd/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty
However, Ashton is most recognizable for his portrayal of Sgt.
He would later reunite with Hughes for the writer-director’s 1988 romantic comedy,Shes Having a Baby.
From there, Hogestyn pivoted to showbiz.
Charles Dumont in 1989.Philippe Le Tellier/Getty
She became a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1990.
She also rapped on Prince’s 1988 single “Alphabet Street.”
Glover released her EPCatwomanin 1989, and continued choreography and dance work until her death.
Toian Matchinga in 1967.abc/getty
She is survived by her four children.
She returned to the stage and small screen in small roles after her husband’s death in 1977.
Crosby is survived by her three children and numerous grandchildren.
Paul Teal and Emilia Torello.emiliatore
He began his career in entertainment after moving to the U.S. and studied acting in New York.
Two years later, he began voicing Parker the butler on the puppet seriesThunderbirds.
The actor also voiced Grandpa Pig on the popular children’s cartoonPeppa Pigbeginning in 2012.
Souther
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John David “J.D.”
She starred inHamlet,Sherlock Holmes, andJusticeon Broadway.
The Jacksons continued performing together after Michael’s departure in 1984.
Judith Jamison in 1979.Jack Mitchell/Getty
He is survived by his three sons, seven siblings, and mother Katherine.
After her death, loved ones raised more than $50,000 for her family through aGoFundMe campaign.
His death was announced bya statement from the Johnny Cash Museum.
Chauncy Glover in 2019.Elizabeth Conley/Getty
Cash continued touring at least until 2016,per his website.
A Liverpool native, Cope studied acting at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.
In the United States, it was known asMy Partner the Ghost.
Tyka Nelson.David Livingston/Getty
She was adopted by Elaine and Charles DePrince in New Jersey in 1999.
DePrince enrolled in ballet school in Philadelphia and performed at the Youth America Grand Prix.
“I got blessed with that.”
Quincy Jones.Rich Fury/Getty
Earlier this year, Beverly and Maze played a six-city farewell tour in their signature all-white outfits.
In March, Beverly was awarded the lifetime achievement award at theNAACP Image Awards.
Born in Louisiana in 1935, Renaday would accrue over 200 credits across his voice acting career.
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His over 80 film credits include roles as a B-52 bombardier in Stanley Kubricks 1964 satireDr.
Jones was also awarded a lifetime achievement Tony Award in 2017.
HookerandThe Time Tunnel,died Sept. 2 in Los Angeles.
Terri Gar in 2008.Bob Chamberlin/Los Angeles Times via Getty
InGidget, he starred alongside Sandra Dee and Cliff Robertson, and played the dreamy surfer Moondoggie.
3 on theBillboard Hot 100in 1961.
He starred in a number films in the ’60s before transitioning more to television work in his later years.
Paul Morrissey.Jack Mitchell/Getty
In later years, he played Vic Fontaine inStar Trek: Deep Space Nineand Tony Marlin inMelrose Place.
Darren was not just a singer and actor, however.
He was also the godfather of A.J.
David Harris in ‘The Warriors’.CBS via Getty
Lambert, Nancy Sinatra’s daughter.
He then worked on the coming-of-age comedyThe Wonder Yearsbefore serving as a writer and producer onRoseannefrom 1992 to 1996.
Sunshine,That’s Life, andThe Who Was?
Phil Lesh performing with the Grateful Dead in 1982.Clayton Call/Redferns
Born in 1973, Ndefo was a graduate of Yale University’s drama school.
He also had other accolades, including the WCW United States Heavyweight Championship title.
The show attracted a largely female audience, and was held in high esteem for highlighting womens issues.
Singer Jack Jones has died.Michael Kovac/FilmMagic
He earned nine Daytime Emmys and 21 nominations as well as a primetime Emmy for his specialDonahue and Kids.
Donahue also received a Peabody Award in 1981.
From there, he brought his comedic talents to CBSGood Times, a spinoff ofMaudeandAll in the Family.
Lynda Obst in 2019.Joe Scarnici/Getty
The Norman Lear program made history as the first TV show to follow an African American, two-parent household.
As James Evan Sr., Amos charmed America as a hardworking and devoted father figure.
He was also heralded for his role as Admiral Percy Fitzwallace inThe West Wing.
Ron Ely plays Tarzan.NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty
He last appeared on screen in 2010, in episodes ofOne Life to LiveandBlue Bloods.
In the early 2000s, she also worked as a scriptwriter onBoogiepop PhantomandK.O.
He went on to lead the short-lived NBC sitcom,The Montefuscos,and had dual roles inAnother World.
Sarah Danser was 34.Sarah Danser/Instagram
The film was a critically acclaimed box office success, with some reviewers dubbing Delon the new James Dean.
I am going to leave, but I won’t leave without thanking you.”
His daughter Vale announced the news on social media, just two months afterSika’s death.
Michael Kelcourse.Patricia Altschul/Instagram
“Today, all of our lives are irreparably changed,“she wrote.
“I love you so much, Dad.
More than any words could ever express.
Aaron Kaufman.Stephane Cardinale/Corbis/Getty
Your strength was absolutely superhuman.
You fought all the way to the end, and the end was peaceful.”
In his wrestling days, Anoa’i was a force.
Liam Payne.Dave Benett/Getty Images
Among his survivors is wrestler Roman Reigns, Sika’s son.
Marshall also made a memorable appearance as the radio jockey Bert Healey in 1982’sAnnie.
While Russell was not charged in the deaths, the bandpaid victims $1 million.
Ka in 2014.Barry Brecheisen/WireImage
“Thank you for letting me live my dreams.”
15 on the Hot 100 in May 1981.
Sullivan spent the rest of his career as a booker, and made occasional appearances for independent promotions.
El Taiger in 2022.Johnny Louis/Getty
His podcastTaskmaster Talkshas run since 2020.
Her familyannounced the news on social media, stating that Chiume passed “after a period of illness.”
He was 90 years old.
Cissy Houston in 2017.Paras Griffin/Getty
SequelsThe Sweet Valley ConfidentialandThe Sweet Lifewere published in 2011 and 2012 and followed the original characters as adults.
ASweet Valley HighTV series ran from 1994 to 1997 in syndication and briefly on UPN.
The band was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 2016.
Nicholas Pryor appears on NBC’s ‘The Bronx Zoo’ in the ’80s.NBC/courtesy Everett Collection
In 1990, Fakir and his bandmates were inducted into theRock & Roll Hall of Fameby Stevie Wonder.
They were recognized with a Grammy lifetime achievement award in 2009.
Her debut album,I Wanna Make It On My Own,dropped in 1978.
John Lasell.Frank Lennon/Toronto Star via Getty
85 on theBillboardHot 100.
The pundit hostedLou Dobbs Tonight, originallyMoneyline, on CNN.
He revived the show after leaving the internet for Fox Business internet, where it aired until February 2021.
Michel Blanc.Sylvain Lefevre/Getty
More recently he hosted iHeart Radio’sGreat America Show.
After leaving the soap opera, the actress took a break from acting and opened a spa.
His pitch-perfect timing and deadpan delivery made him a timeless comic force.
Allan Blye.Television Academy/YouTube
His work in stand-up got him noticed by NBC, which gave him a variety show in 1961.
Rydbeck made his acting debut on a 1970 episode ofNanny and the Professor.
However, in 2020, her cancer returned.
Christopher Ciccone.Eric Robert/Sygma/Sygma via Getty
Her big break came in 1988’sHeathers, alongside a young Winona Ryder and Christian Slater.
She had been out with her husband, Kyle Linden Webster, and a friend, who both survived.
In 2010, she competed onIron Chef America.
Frank Fritz.Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty
Her cookbookTaste & Technique: Recipes to Elevate Your Home Cookingwas published in 2016.
In 1981, he became a series regular onHill Street Bluesas the no-nonsense Vietnam War veteran, Howard Hunter.
Sikking received an Emmy nomination for his performance in 1984.
Ken Page.Jamie McCarthy/Getty
Two years after the drama concluded, Sikking reunited withHill Street Bluescreator Steven Bochco forDoogie Howser M.D.
Starring alongside a youngNeil Patrick Harrisas his onscreen father, Dr. David Howser.
Sikking is survived by wife, two children, and four grandchildren.
Gavin Creel.Kevin Mazur/Getty
He had celebrated his birthday just one day earlier.
She later made the jump to television, hosting several Lifetime sex advice programs includingThe Dr. Ruth Show.
The couple later settled down in Sayreville, N.J., where they raised their three sons.
Nobuyo Oyama in 1996.Yomiuri Shimbun/AP
He retired from touring with the band in January 2024.
Doubtfire,The Last of the Mohicans, andSpeed.
“Jon Landau believed in the dream of cinema.
Kris Kristofferson.Tim Mosenfelder/Getty
He will be remembered as much for his vast generosity of spirit as for the movies themselves.”
Belushi Pisano first crossed paths with the futureSaturday Night Livestar while attending high school in Wheaton, Ill.
They married in 1973.
John Ashton.Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty
The couple remained together until Belushis death from a drug overdose in 1982.
She later married Victor Pisano in 1990 before filing for divorce two decades later, in 2010.
A cause of death was not immediately made available.
Drake Hogestyn.Pascal Le Segretain/Getty
Jabbar joined her cousin LaTisha Scott on the reality series last year.
In his later years, he also served as a consulting producer onMad Men.
He also starred in two seasons of the NBC sitcomDay By Day.
Maggie Smith in 1972.Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer/Getty
He earned his only Emmy nomination in 2016 for his work onVeepplaying Bob “The Eagle” Bradley.
The artist toured with Bob Dylan and performed onSaturday Night Live,and at the Grand Ole Opry.
Kinky will live on as his books are read and his songs are sung.”
Cat Glover.FG/Bauer-Griffin/Getty
He was 80 years old.
Starting modeling in the 1960s, White was known for championing more diversity in fashion.
White also appeared in the 2014 TV movieGun Hilland the 2017 movieCentral Park.
Kathryn Crosby in 1976.Ron Galella Collection via Getty
For her role inRomeo & Juliet, Heywood was nominated for a Best Supporting Actress BAFTA.
Her last appearance onscreen was also courtesy of Zeffirelli and his 1993 filmSparrow.
He was also the father of late pro wrestler Matthew Anoa’i, a.k.a.
David Graham in 2016.Charley Gallay/Getty
Rosey, who died in 2017.
His publicist, Chuck I. Jones, remembered him as “a phenomenal human being.”
Her later TV credits would includeThe Incredible Hulk, Fantasy Island,Days of Our LivesandCapitol.
J.D. Souther.Gary Gershoff/Getty
She also landed a recurring role as Edith Fairchild onGeneral Hospital.
The couple, who share a daughter, spent three decades together until his 1992 death.
She next wed Academy Award-winner Rod Steiger in 2000.
Barbara Leigh-Hunt.Avalon/Getty
He died two years later, of complications from surgery for a gallbladder tumor.
She subsequently had a relationship withOnce Life To Liveactor Jeremy Slate until he died in 2006.
Benedict is survived by her daughter and two granddaughters.
Tito Jackson in 2019.Dominik Bindl/Getty
But her most notable role came onDallas, from 1983-1991.
Representative Lewis Fusco said Jones had been in Tampa to celebrate his birthday and was reportedly ambushed.
His 10 albums included 2024’sResurrection.
‘America’s Got Talent’ dancer Emily Gold died at 17.Emily Gold/Instagram
He loved his many fans, his friends and clients, and most of all his children.
He’ll be missed and always remembered.”
Hadley appeared onInk Masterin 2015 and was eliminated in the second week.
Tommy Cash in 1980.Kirk West/Getty
Wily got his start as a sumo wrestler and competed in UFC matches under the name Teila Tuli.
“You charmed me into making you a regular… on the show… and in my life.
You were family.”
Kenneth Cope in 1994.Tim Rooke/Shutterstock
Terror’s House of Horrors.
Sutherland is survived by his wife Francine Racette, and his four children, including fellow actorKiefer Sutherland.
The comedian played Michael, a co-worker of Elaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), on three episodes ofSeinfeld.
‘The Karate Kid’ actor Steve McQueen died.Columbia Pictures
Johnny Canales
Rodrigo Varela/WireImage
Tejano music legend Johnny Canales died June 12 at age 77.
The couple had a daughter Tony-nominated actress Lisa Mordente before divorcing in 1966.
And in 2018, she published her autobiography,The Despair of Monkeys and Other Trifles.
Michaela DePrince in 2017.Ian Gavan/Getty
He starred opposite Shirley Stoler in the 1970 film, which has since been reclaimed as a cult classic.
His final film was the 2022Ray Romano-directed comedy,Somewhere in Queens.
Of particular note, his 2013 bookThe Fast Diethelped popularize intermittent fasting.
Frankie Beverly.Prince Williams/WireImage
He was behind such hits like Presleys Suspicious Minds, B.J.
He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
In her lengthy statement, Nathalie said she planned to “preserve everything” her husband had built.
Peter Renaday.Image Group LA / Disney via Getty
“To many of you, he was Comicstorian, voicing stories from across multiple different mediums.
He was very well respected and admired.
His method worked and he loved helping people with their dogs.”
James Earl Jones in 2015.Mike Pont/WireImage
Other film roles includedDeathmasterandThe Photographer.
Rees' final credit was playing Molly Margo in the television showThe Incredible Hulkin 1978.
Ross also pursued a number of projects beyond 2 Live Crew.
James Darren.Arun Nevader/WireImage
In 1993, he formed 2 Nasty with DJ Toomp, which released the albumIndecent Exposure.
He also featured on the song “99 Problems,” on Ice-T’sHome Invasion.
CurrentDoctor Whoshowrunner Russell T Daviesmemorialized himas “An absolute legend, forDoctor Whoand the whole of television.”
Eric Gilliland in 2010.AMBER De VOS /Patrick McMullan via Getty
Russell’s other screen credits includedThe Man Who Never Was,The Great Escape,Superman, andCoronation Street.
His wife, Saxon Trainor, announcedon Instagramthat his passing came after a brutal struggle with cancer.
His additional TV credits includeStar Trek: The Next Generation,NCIS,7th Heaven,ERandThe X-Files.
Obi Ndfeo on ‘Dawson’s Creek’.The WB
Bower was also a staunch supporter of SAG-AFTRA and a co-creator of SAGindie.
In film, she notably portrayed Meredith in Francis Ford CoppolasThe Conversation.
Before his successful foray into film, the producer co-created 1960s sitcomHogan’s Heroes.
Betty A. Bridges.Ralph Dominguez/MediaPunch via Getty
His credits also includeThe Cannonball Run,The Longest Yard, andLadybugs.
He also received tributes from stars such as Al Pacino.
He gave me the gift of encouragement when I needed it most and I’ll never forget it.”
Sid Vicious in 1992.Daily Mirror/Mirrorpix via Getty
In 2020, he landed the recurring role of Brandon Corbin onGeneral Hospital, filming 164 episodes through 2022.
He most recently appeared in the filmsSupercellandDead Talk Tales Vol.
1and the seriesBarbee RehabandStation 19.
Phil Donahue.Everett
Wactor also had a couple upcoming projects, including the filmAmerican Sognare, which is currently in post-production.
Sherman is survived by his wife Elizabeth Sherman, his children and grandchildren.
The Ingle family announced the newson social media, though a cause of death was not disclosed.
John Amos.Craig Barritt/Getty
Much of the bands success was due to In-a-Gadda-Da-Vida, which became a radio hit.
The album went on to become certified quadruple-platinum.
and the role of product placement in entertainment (The Greatest Movie Ever Sold).
Ed Wheeler.Messeret Stroman Wheeler/Instagram
A Brooklyn native, Foronjy had a checkered past before getting into show business.
Roos worked as a casting director on a litany of famous films, likeGeorge Lucas’American Graffiti.
He also producedEleanor Coppola’s iconic documentary,Hearts of Darkness.
Angel Salazar.Bobby Bank/Getty
Roos also served as an uncredited casting consultant onStar Wars.
Having already castHarrison FordinAmerican Graffiti, he pushed Lucas to give Ford the Han Solo role.
“[Ford] was doing carpentry work for me, when he needed to make extra money.
Rachael Lillis; Misty on ‘Pokémon’.
He had a family, he had kids,“Roos toldEntertainment Weeklyin 2016.
“I was, from the get-go, pushing him for Han Solo.
‘George, you saw him right under your nose inAmerican Graffiti,’ and finally it clicked with George.
John Aprea.CBS via Getty
Other people were considered, but finally I won the day with George on that one.”
He was given a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Casting Society of America in 1988.
The drummer co-founded Staind in 1995 with singer Aaron Lewis, guitarist Mike Mushok, and bassist Johnny April.
Maurice Williams.Everett Collection
Staind released their debut album,Tormented, in 1997.
Their third album,Break the Cycle, debuted at No.
1 on the Billboard 200 on the strength of the single “It’s Been Awhile.”
Alain Delon in ‘Le Gitan’.Sunset Boulevard/Corbis via Getty
It would eventually go five times platinum.
Wysocki continued playing with Staind until 2011, recording on seven of the band’s eight albums.
After Staind, Wysocki briefly played with the Chicago nu-metal group Soil before joining Lydia’s Castle in 2021.
Afa Anoa’i.George Napolitano/SplashNews
No foul play was suspected and police believed Stewart had suffered a medical emergency.
Stewart described her role on CNN as “a conservative voice yet an independent thinker.”
Munro is survived by two daughters, Sheila and Jenny.
Peter Marshall hosting ‘Hollywood Squares’.Gary Null/NBCU Photo Bank
David Sanborn
Grammy-winning saxophonistDavid Sanborndied May 12after an extended battle with prostate cancer with complications.
Born July 30, 1945, in Tampa, Fla., Sanborn survived a polio diagnosis at age 3.
When he was 30, he released his debut solo album,Taking Off, in 1975.
Great White frontman Jack Russell performs in 1986.Fryderyk Gabowicz/picture alliance via Getty
King, and Carly Simon, among many others, and won six Grammy Awards.
He was 70 years old.
Brophy was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer 10 years ago.
Greg Kihn.Paul Natkin/Getty
In addition toHell Night, Brophy also appeared in films such asThe Long RidersandGoodFellas.
On the television side, roles includedThe Quest,QuarkandThe Fall Guy.
At the time of his death, Corman had a producer credit on an astonishing 495 films.
Kevin Sullivan.MediaPunch/Shutterstock
Rubin joinedKTLA Morning Newsin 1991, where he remained for 33 years.
By that time, the band had developed revolutionary, left-wing politics that were inextricable from their music.
The title track became a hugely influential and controversial song, inspiring countless bands to come.
Mitzi McCall.John Heller/WireImage
It would have been the band’s first album in more than 50 years.
Kramer died in early 2024, making Thompson the last living original member.
The band will posthumously receive theRock and Roll Hall of Fame Music Excellence Award in 2024.
Connie Chiume at the premiere of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.".VALERIE MACON/AFP/GETTY
Albini was a longtime critic of the corporate music industry and the ways record labels exploited musicians.
Kevan was one of the characters killed in the 2020 series finale, when the Sept exploded.
The violence had been planned by his niece, Cersei, whose authority he had refused to recognize.
Patti Yasutake.Michael Buckner/Getty
Gelder’s work on the stage was prolific.
Later, Hill earned acclaim for his portrayal of Captain Smith inTitanic.
But it was her role as Simcox that put her in front of millions.
Charles Cyphers in ‘Halloween’.Compass International
No cause of death was given.
“He was a remarkable musician & friend and Ill cherish the lifetime of memories we had together.”
Auster’s final novel,Baumgartner, was released in 2023.
Bob Banas in 2005.Amanda Edwards/Getty
The year before, he appeared opposite Jean-Claude Van Damme as murderous businessman Nigel Griffith inDouble Impact.
He memorably appeared in the three-part 2021 dramaTime, starring opposite Stephen Graham andSean Bean.
McCardie also had small roles in such TV hits asShamelessandOutlander.
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He memorably played Cousin Ira in Robert ZemeckisRomancing the Stone, uttering the oft-quoted line Look at those snappers!
Christopher competed onSurvivorat 63, just three years after battling cancer.
“I was newly recovering from breast cancer treatment.
Kelly Nelon Clark, Amber Nelon Thompson, Autumn Nelon Clark, and Jason Clark of The Nelons attend the 52nd GMA Dove Awards at Lipscomb Allen Arena on October 19, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee.Jason Kempin/Getty
Adams played herY&Rcharacter off and on across 37 years and more than 200 episodes.
He was the last surviving member of the band’s original lineup.
Patterson, in which he appeared opposite Eartha Kitt.
Kim Johnson on ‘Survivor: Africa’.CBS
His breakthrough screen project wasThe Phil Silvers Show, on which he played Pvt.
Sugie Sugarman from 1955 to 1959 and was the only regular Black cast member.
Joe Broadhurst onMcCloudfor seven seasons.
Duke Fakir.Michael Buckner/WireImage
Carter launched his own production company, Meta/4 Productions, in Los Angeles in 1975.
As a member of Organized Noize, Wade helped shape the sound of Southern hip-hop in the 1990s.
Her official obituary listed the cause of death as cancer.
Evelyn Thomas in 1984.Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty
She then moved to Los Angeles and began a long career in soap operas.
Parks agency Xanadu Entertainment toldSoompithat her death is being investigated by police.
Her 2014 debut single Beautiful hit No.
Lou Dobbs.ALLISON BAILEY/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty
2 on the Korean charts.
She recently released I Hope, a collaboration with Huh Gak, in February.
Simpson
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Controversial football star, actor, and former murder suspectO.J.
Esta TerBlanche in 1998.
Simpson’s family announced the news on social media, confirming that he died after a battle with cancer.
“I dont mourn for O.J.
“They should be remembered.
Bob Newhart.CBS/Getty
The system failed.”
He played a major role in the discovery of the Notorious B.I.G.
and served as associate executive producer on the rapper’s 1994 debut,Ready To Die.
Cheng Pei-pei.Liang Weiye/VCG via Getty
In addition to1923, Brings Plenty’s TV credits includedThe Tall Tales of Jim BridgerandInto the Wild Frontier.
The group released eight studio albums in total, with Snare co-writing most of the tracks.
Outside of FireHouse, he also recorded with his band Rubicon Cross and occasionally played with Scrap Metal.
Whitney Rydbeck.Paramount pictures
He was 60 years old.
No cause of death was disclosed.
A cause of death was not immediately disclosed.
Shannen Doherty on ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’.Everett
Peterson shared a moving post on Instagram confirming Warings death.
No one can ever prepare you for this feeling of such deep loss.
Every fiber in my body hurts.
Naomi Pomeroy on ‘Top Chef Masters’.Nicole Wilder/getty
He previously spent four years in prison for attempted murder from 2016 to 2020.
He is survived by his daughter, Kennady.
He went on to become a founding member of Sony Pictures Imageworks, serving as senior VFX supervisor.
James Sikking.Beck Starr/FilmMagic
Fury of the Gods.
Last year, he received the Visual Effects Society’s Founders Award.
His screen breakthrough came with his portrayal of the character Fiddler inRoots, which earned him an Emmy Award.
Richard Simmons.Harry Langdon/Getty
Wepper was a familiar face on German TV, playing Det.
Sergeant Harry Klein on the seriesDerrickfrom 1977 to 1998, a run that spanned nearly 300 episodes.
He also appeared in more than 250 episodes of the seriesFor Heaven’s Sake.
Dr. Ruth.Bachrach/Getty
In 2023, Weinstein left Tribeca Enterprises to focus on political causes.
His first onscreen credit was in an episode of the seriesKraftTheatrein 1955.
He was 88 years old.The beloved character actor is recognizable for his wry delivery and gruff persona.
Shelley Duvall.CBS via Getty
Born on March 22, 1935, the actor made both his Broadway and onscreen debut in 1969.
Walsh never married and is survived by his niece, nephew, and two grandnephews.
She wouldmeet her first husband, Tim Matheson, on the film as well.
Benji Gregory.Benji Gregory/Instagram
Leak was married to Matheson from 1968 to 1971, and to James D’Auria from 1977 until her death.
Harley and his band began performing together in the early ’70s.
However, “Make Me Smile” was far from Cockney Rebel’s only success.
Jon Bon Jovi and his mother, Carol Bongiovi, in 2008.Marc Serota/Getty Images
Harley later saidGeorge Harrisonwas a fan of Cockney Rebel’s version of the song.
The film earned many more accolades, including seven BAFTAs.
Seidler later penned a stage adaptation of the film, which opened in London’s West End in 2012.
Joe Bonsall.Jason Kempin
The script has since been translated into more than half a dozen languages and performed across four continents.
After raising funds to make the movie, he had trouble selling it.
“It was turned down by every studio in Hollywood,” he later said.
Jon Landau.Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty
Camp ultimately distributed the film independently, and it turned into a massive success.
He would go on to make moreBenjifilms, TV shows, andBenji-related stories in other media.
He also directed comedies likeHawmps;The Double McGuffin, with Ernest Borgnine; andOh!
Judy Belushi Pisano.Vince Bucci/Getty
The older sister ofWingsactress Crystal Bernard, she was born May 26, 1959, in Gladewater, Tex.
22 on the Billboard 200 and No.
3 on the US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts.
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It produced the singles “Deeper” and “Recipe of a Hoe.”
Not long after the release,Robbie Williamsrecorded a version of the track that became a hit.
The situation upset Wallinger at the time, but he later came to terms with it.
KeKe Jabbar.KeKe Jabbar/Instagram
After Wallinger’s recovery, World Party began to perform live again in 2006 and toured through 2015.
Wallinger was also the musical director of theRocky Horror Showon the West End in the ’70s.
He was later the musical director for the filmReality Bitesand contributed to the popular soundtrack for 1996’sClueless.
Robert Towne in 2015.Jason Merritt/Getty
Over the years, the band reunited to share the stage.
Their final performance together was at Clevelands KeyBank State Theatre in December 2007.
They married in 1957.
Doug Sheehan.Paramount Television/Everett
Gorme and Lawrence made several records and television specials, for which they won an Emmy and a Grammy.
While also pursuing solo projects and gigs, the duo continued performing together until Gorme’s death in 2013.
His loss will leave such a big hole in our lives that it takes our breath away.
Martin Mull.Roy Rochlin/Getty
We ask that you hey respect our privacy and join us in honoring his memory.”
He performed and toured with the group for 23 years.
Walker also worked as a choreographer for Disney.
Kinky Friedman photographed in 1974.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty
Charlie Griffin
Nat Geo TV
Capt.
The group was formed in Atlanta, Georgia, in 2000.
He later worked withJohn Mayer,Esperanza Spalding, Dizzy Gillespie, Al Jarreau, and numerous other artists.
Renauld White.Neilson Barnard/Getty
He also recorded six solo albums.
He is survived by his mother, two children, and two siblings.
Dodson spent over four decades as a radio personality, producer, and voice actor.
Pat Heywood.Evening Standard/Hulton Archive/Getty
Dodson is survived by his daughter Ciara and his grandchildren.
Garinger shared two daughters, Dareli and Esmi with his ex, Gutierrez.
Garinger is survived by his daughters, mother and sisters.
Wrestler Sika Anoa’i died at 79.WWE
Dierkop had small supporting roles inThe HustlerstarringPaul Newman, Sidney LumetsThe PawnbrokerandRoger CormansThe St. Valentine’s Day Massacre.
Other film credits include the Christmas slasherSilent Night, Deadly Night,Messiah of Evil, andMaverick.
On the small screen, Dierkop played undercover investigator Pete Royster in 90 episodes ofPolice Woman.
Bill Cobbs photographed in 2014.Bobby Bank/GC Images
He also enjoyed memorable turns inFreddy vs. Jason,Watchmen,Supernatural, andA Series of Unfortunate Events.
Salem reprised both roles in audio plays produced by Big Finish Productions.
Ganios made his onscreen debut as Perry in the 1979 coming of age filmThe Wanderers.
Joan Benedict.Michael Tran/FilmMagic
That film also starred Ken Wahl, and the two would reunite years later in crime seriesWiseguy.
He also had roles inBodyRock,Die Hard 2,The Taking of Beverly Hills, andRising Sun.
His other television credits include the TV movieRing of the Musketeersand stints onThe EqualizerandScarecrow and Mrs. King.
Shifty Shellshock.Jerod Harris/Getty
She quickly began working as an actor on nationally broadcast radio programs likeThe Phil Harris-Alice Faye ShowandOne Mans Family.
Whitfields obituary states that she watchedWhite Christmaswith her family in December 2023 in celebration of the films 70th anniversary.
From there, he produced documentaries and shows likeGomer Pyle,Arnie, andThe Little People.
Pat Colbert in 1987.Columbia Pictures/Everett Collection
After retiring from television, he wrote four novels.
For the next decade, the Spinners recorded numerous singles and two studio albums under Motown Records.
He is survived by his wife and daughter.
Julio Foolio.Julio Foolio/Instagram
Cecilia Gentili
FX Networks/YouTube
PoseactressCecilia Gentili died on Feb. 6from an undisclosed cause.
Born Wayne Kambes in Detroit in 1948, Kramer founded MC5 alongside Fred Sonic Smith.
Kramer also helped compose the scores forEastbound and Down,Talladega Nights, andStep Brothers.
Sarah Becker.Sarah Becker/Facebook
Weathers' family said in a statement that he died peacefully in his sleep.
He also starred in projects likePredator,Happy Gilmore,Arrested Development, and theStar Warsspinoff showThe Mandalorian.
The animator and director was 64.
Tamayo Perry in ‘Pirate of the Caribbean’.Walt Disney Pictures/Everett
His early work included the TV specialClaymation Christmas Celebrationand the Emmy-nominatedMeet the Raisinsspecial, which starred the California Raisins.
Later, he would direct episodes of theEddie Murphy-led series,The PJs.
“I admired Mark Gustafson, even before I met him.
Ryan Hadley/ Instagram
“He leaves friends and colleagues and a historic filmography.”
She passed away in her sleep at home in Rome surrounded by family.
In 1968, Melanie married record producer Peter Schekeryk, who died in 2010.
Taylor Wily.Darryl Oumi/Getty
The couple shared three children.
His family toldCBS Newsthat the cause of death was dementia.
He was also the voice ofThe Osgood File, a daily news commentary series for the networks radio station.
Donald Sutherland in 2018.Andreas Rentz/Getty
Outside of the newsroom, Osgood served as the narrator ofDr.
Seuss Horton Hears a Whoand was an acclaimed author and poet.
Graham ledAlien Nationfor its single season from 1989 to 1990 as Det.
Anouk Aimee in Lola.Photofest
He would reprise the role for five TV movie follow-ups.
Graham also portrayed as the Vulcan ambassador Soval onStar Trek: Enterpriseand played different characters in otherStar Trekworks.
The Shangri-Las released just two albums Leader of the PackandThe Shangri-Las ‘65!
Hiram Kasten in 2013.Brad Barket/Getty
before disbanding in 1968 amid legal troubles.
Her debut album,Dangerous Games, was released in 2007.
The film became something of an obsession for me.
Nick Mavar on ‘Deadliest Catch’.Discovery
Emges other film credits included 1976sThe Booby Hatchand 1990sBasket Case 2. before landing a recurring role as Stuart Carson onBeverly Hills, 90210in 1993.
Gail stayed in the role for 216 episodes and then worked sporadically through the early ’00s.
Marlena Shaw
Marlena Shaw, who famously sang California Soul, diedon Jan. 19 at age 81.
Angela Bofill.Lynn Goldsmith/Corbis/VCG via Getty
Across her career, Shaw released 17 albums total with eight different record labels.
Her most famous tune is California Soul, penned by Ashford & Simpson and first recorded by The Messengers.
It is oft-sampled by other artists and used in various commercials.
Johnny Canales.Rodrigo Varela/WireImage
Joyce Randolph
Joyce Randolph, the last surviving member ofThe Honeymoonerscast,died Jan. 13of natural causes.
She was at 99.
The actress is best remembered for playing housewife Trixie Norton across 39 episodes of the classic TV sitcom.
Tony Mordente in ‘West Side Story’.Silver Screen Collection/Getty
She starred alongside Audrey Meadows,Art Carney, and series creatorJackie Gleason.
The show was canceled after its original run, but gained acclaim in syndication.
Musser was a model prior to his acting career, appearing inMen’s Healthand ads for Abercrombie and Fitch.
Françoise Hardy.Mondadori via Getty
His last role was in 2011, as Friedrich in the final season ofDesperate Housewives.
Marta also appeared in 24 episode ofDays of Our Livesfrom 1983 to 2003.
His film credits include the 1984 dramaWinter Flightand 2005’sRed Mercury.
Tony Lo Bianco.Kristina Bumphrey/Variety/Getty
Firefighters,Diagnosis Murder, andGet Smart.
1 in the United States.
Harry Johnson
Hulu
Dr. Michael Mosley on Sept. 16, 2019 in Sydney, Australia.Brook Mitchell/Getty
Mark James.Gary Gershoff/Getty
Mike Coppola/Getty
Comedian Tony Knight was 54.Tony Knight/ Instagram
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Brother Marquis.Rick Kern/WireImage
William Russell on ‘Doctor Who’.BBC / courtesy: Everett
Janis Paige in ‘Silk Stockings’.Everett
Erich Anderson.Bobby Bank/WireImage
Tom Bower.Charley Gallay/Getty
Terrence Beasor on ‘The Middle’.Eric McCandless/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty
Elizabeth MacRae pictured in 1968.Gene Trindl / TV Guide / Courtesy Everett
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Al Ruddy attends a TCM event in 2016.Jesse Grant/Getty
Johnny Wactor.Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images
Rochard Sherman.Elyse Jankowski/Getty
Soug Ingle.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images
Morgan Spurlock in 2017.Neilson Barnard/Getty Images
Darryl Hickman.Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty
Richard Foronjy and Robert Miranda in ‘Midnight Run’.NY Daily News Archive via Getty
Fred Roos.Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Jon Wysocki.Annamaria DiSanto/WireImage
Alice Stewart.Alice Stewart/Instagram
Jane Fonda and Dabney Coleman in ‘9 to 5’.Everett Collection
Chris Pratt and stunt double Tony McFarr.Chris Pratt/Instagram
Alice Munro in 2009.PETER MUHLY/AFP via Getty
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Kevin Brophy.Donaldson Collection/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty
Susan Backlinie attends Chiller Theatre Expo Spring 2017.Bobby Bank/Getty
Rudy Moreno.Michael S. Schwartz/Getty
Roger Corman.Tibrina Hobson/Getty
Sam Rubin.Michael Bezjian/WireImage
MC5 drummer Dennis Thompson performing in 2006.Jim Dyson/Getty
Steve Albini poses for a portrait in his studio on July 24, 2014 in Chicago, Ill.Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty
Ian Gelder was best known for “Game of Thrones.".HBO
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Susan Buckner in ‘Grease’.Paramount Pictures/ Courtesy: Everett
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Paul Auster.Simone Padovani/Awakening/Getty Images
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Eva Evans.Eva Evans/Instagram
‘American Idol’ star Mandisa.Paras Griffin/Getty
Dickey Betts.Fin Costello/Redferns
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Eleanor Coppola.Kurt Krieger/Corbis via Getty
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Meg Bennett photographed at her home in Los Angeles, Calif. on Feb. 22, 1983.Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty
Park Bo Ram.Chung Sung-Jun/Getty
O.J. Simpson.Ralph Notaro/Getty
Mister Cee.Johnny Nunez/WireImage
Cole Brings Plenty on ‘1923’.Emerson Miller/Paramount+
C.J. Snare of FireHouse.Gary Miller/Getty
Keith LeBlanc in 2017.Derek Storm/Everett Collection
Adrian Schiller.Mike Marsland/Mike Marsland/WireImage
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Joshua Michael Waring and his mother, Lauri Peterson.Lauri Peterson/Instagram
Barbara Rush.Joe Scarnici/Getty
Chance Perdomo.Stuart C. Wilson/Getty
Tim McGovern.Allen Berezovsky/WireImage
Louis Gossett Jr.Tara Ziemba/Getty
Fritz Wepper in ‘Cabaret’.Everett
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David Seidler.Michael Buckner/Getty
Joe Camp in 2018.David Livingston/Getty
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Malachy McCourt.John Lamparski/WireImage
Karl Wallinger in 2006.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
Eric Carmen in 1970.Michael Ochs Archives/Getty
Steve Lawrence.Harry Langdon/Getty
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Anthony ‘Baby Gap’ Walker.Raymond Boyd/Getty
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Akira Toriyama in May 1982.JIJI PRESS/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock
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Sean Garinger on ‘16 and Pregnant’.Teen Mom/Instagram
Michael Culver in ‘The Empire Strikes Back’.Lucasfilm
Richard Lewis in 2014.Rebecca Sapp/WireImage
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Hinton Battle in 2014.Noam Galai/Getty
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