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Heather North, Voice of Daphne in 'Scooby-Doo,' Dies at 71

One of the most well-known stars behind the original Scooby-Doo has tragically passed on. Reports confirm that Heather North, voice behind cartoon heroine Daphne Blake, died of a longtime illness at...

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John Gavin, Star of 'Psycho' and 'Spartacus,' Dies at 86

John Gavin, the handsome actor known for his roles in Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho and Stanley Kubrick’s Spartacus — as well as several other classic films — has passed away at the age of 86. The actor’s...

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Steven Bochco, Creator of 'NYPD Blue' and More, Dies at 74

One of TV’s most iconic writer-producers has sadly passed. Reports confirm that Steven Bochco, developer behind Hill Street Blues, L.A. Law, Doogie Howser M.D. and NYPD Blue has passed away at the age...

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HBO Just Quietly Removed All of Its Adult Content. R.I.P. 'Real Sex.'

It’s the end of an era. Continue reading…

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Burt Reynolds, Hollywood Icon, Has Died at 82

Burt Reynolds, the iconic mustachioed star of classics ranging from Smokey and the Bandit to Boogie Nights, has passed away at the age of 82. The actor died early Thursday at Jupiter Medical Center in...

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David Cassidy, Star of 'The Partridge Family,' Dies at 67

A music legend and iconic TV star alike has sadly left us. Actor-singer David Cassidy, best known for his place among The Partridge Family, has passed away at the age of 67. Continue reading…

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Rose Marie, Star of 'The Dick Van Dyke Show,' Dies at 94

Another TV icon has been lost in an already-difficult 2017. Reports confirm that The Dick Van Dyke Show icon and Hollywood Squares veteran Rose Marie has passed away at the extended age of 94. Continue...

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John Mahoney, Star of 'Frasier,' Dies at 77

One of TV’s most beloved fathers has sadly passed away. Reports confirm that John Mahoney, best known for his role as the curmudgeonly Martin Crane across eleven seasons of Frasier, died in Chicago at...

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Reg E. Cathey, Star of 'House of Cards,' Dies at 59

A great loss for the acting community today, as one of its most recognizable supporting players has passed away. House of Cards, Fantastic Four and The Wire vet Reg E. Cathey has died at the age of 59,...

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‘Walking Dead’ Star Scott Wilson Dead at 76

Scott Wilson, an actor best known to contemporary audiences for playing Hershel on the earlier seasons of AMC’s The Walking Dead, has passed away at the age of 76. The actor’s representative confirmed...

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Doris Roberts, Star of 'Everybody Loves Raymond,' Dies at 90

Sad news for fans of veteran actor and multiple Emmy-winner Doris Roberts, as the iconic Everybody Loves Raymond star has passed away. Apart from her famed role as Ray’s mother Marie Barone, Roberts is...

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Joanie 'Chyna' Laurer, Star of WWE, Dies at 45

Tragic news for fans of former WWE diva and reality star Joanie Laurer, as the iconic “Chyna” has passed away at age 45. In the years since here tenure as “9th wonder of the world” wrestling star, the...

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Anton Yelchin Dies in Tragic Accident at 27

Anton Yelchin, the young actor best known for recent roles in the Star Trek franchise and acclaimed indie thriller Green Room has tragically passed away at the age of 27. Yelchin’s death was originally...

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Noel Neill, Star of 'The Adventures of Superman,' Dies at 95

Unfortunate news for fans of former Lois Lane and revered star Noel Neill, as the iconic Adventures of Superman star has passed away at age 95. Neill had portrayed the famous DC supporting character as...

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Steve Dillon, Co-Creator of 'Preacher,' Dies at 54

A sad day for fans of Preacher co-creator and revered comic artist Steve Dillon, as the Hellblazer and Punisher icon has passed away at age 54. Dillon had worked on everything from Doctor Who, to Nick...

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Robert Vaughn, Star of ‘The Man From U.N.C.L.E.’ Dead at 83

Robert Vaughn, best known for his television roles in such classics as The Man From U.N.C.L.E. and The Protectors, has passed away at the age of 83. Vaughn, who began his career in the ’50s with...

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Florence Henderson, ‘Brady Bunch’ Star, Dies at 82

A sad day for fans of The Brady Bunch and revered actress Florence Henderson, as the Brady family matriarch has passed away at age 82. Henderson had since appeared in everything from Murder, She Wrote,...

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Ron Glass, ‘Firefly’ Star, Dies at 71

Unfortunate news for fans of Firefly and accomplished film and TV actor Ron Glass, as the Emmy-nominated Barney Miller star has passed away at age 71. Glass had also appeared in everything from The...

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Peter Vaughan, ‘Game of Thrones’ Star, Dies at 93

Although his watch had since ended on the series, Game of Thrones fans no doubt remember the inimitable Peter Vaughan, actor behind the wise and enigmatic Maester Aemon. Word now comes that the actor...

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Alan Thicke, 'Growing Pains' Star, Dies at 69

As 2016 seems to be an unendingly cruel mistress, another beloved TV parent has left us behind. Alan Thicke, actor behind Growing Pains patriarch Jason Seaver has passed away at age 69. The acclaimed...

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Carrie Fisher, 'Star Wars' Princess Leia, Dies at 60

Terrible news to confirm today, as a beloved icon and Star Wars star’s condition has taken a turn for the worse. Carrie Fisher, actress behind both Princess and General Leia, has passed away at age 60....

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Miguel Ferrer, 'Twin Peaks' Star, Dies at 61

Hollywood has lost one of its most prolific supporting actors today, as Twin Peaks star and storied actor Miguel Ferrer has lost a battle with cancer. The recognizable star identified with everything...

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Richard Hatch, 'Battlestar Galactica' Star, Dies at 71

Sad news for fans of both the original, and rebooted Battlestar Galactica series, as actor and sci-fi icon Richard Hatch has passed away. The producer, writer and onetime soap opera star was 71....

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Warren Frost, 'Twin Peaks' Star and Creator Dad, Dies at 91

Twin Peaks has lost yet another of its returning Showtime cast, as star and co-creator Mark Frost’s father Warren is no longer with us. The Twin Peaks coroner and sometime Seinfeld star has passed away...

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Chuck Barris, 'Gong Show' Host and Creator, Dies at 87

Chances are, any modern game show of the dating or talent variety owes some debt to The Gong Show and Dating Game creator Chuck Barris. Regardless of what you remember him by, the prolific TV host and...

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Charlie Murphy, Comedian and Eddie's Brother, Dies at 57

Every Eddie Murphy and Dave Chappelle fan will remember Charlie Murphy; edgier stand-up comedian and source of the famous “True Hollywood Stories” that launched Chappelle’s Show into the stratosphere....

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Powers Boothe, Star of 'Deadwood,' Dies at 68

A sad day for fans of Powers Boothe, as the revered character actor has apparently passed away. The sinister-voiced star was well-remembered for his role as one of Deadwood’s big bads, as well as...

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Roger Ailes, Former Fox News Head, Dies at 77

Perhaps no source of information in the modern day has proven so polarizing as Fox News, and now the controversial figure behind it has passed away. Former Fox News chairman Roger Ailes has died at the...

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Glenne Headly, Star of 'Dick Tracy,' Dies at 63

Difficult news for fans of actress Glenne Headly, as the revered star has apparently passed away. The originating Steppenwolf Theatre Company member and Mr. Holland’s Opus star was in the process of...

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Adam West, Star of TV's 'Batman,' Dies at 88

We’ve lost one of comic and TV culture’s most enduring favorites, as original Batman star Adam West has passed away. The smooth-voiced star became iconic for his portrayal of the ‘60s Caped Crusader,...

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'Batman' Stars, Hollywood Reacts to Adam West's Passing

We’re still reeling from the loss of Adam West, TV’s original Batman and “Bright Knight” icon of superhero fans. The actor lost a battle with leukemia this weekend, and now Batman co-stars Julie Newmar...

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Nelsan Ellis, Star of 'True Blood,' Dies at 39

Difficult news today for True Blood fans and beyond, as beloved star Nelsan Ellis has tragically passed away at a young age. The Julliard-trained actor had appeared in everything from The Help to CBS’...

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June Foray, Voice of Rocky the Flying Squirrel, Dies at 99

Today we say goodbye to the “First Lady of Voice Actors,” June Foray. The iconic voice behind Rocky the Flying Squirrel, How the Grinch Stole Christmas and countless others has passed away two months...

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Frank Vincent, Star of 'The Sopranos,' Dies at 78

One of the most memorable mobsters of the genre is tragically no longer with us. Frank Vincent, actor behind everything from The Sopranos to Raging Bull, has died from surgery complications at the age...

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Robert Guillaume, Star of 'Benson,' Dies at 89

One of TV’s most beloved and versatile stars has sadly passed away. Emmy-winner and Tony-nominee Robert Guillaume, star of everything from Benson to The Lion King, has died of prostate cancer...

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