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RIP Paul Walker |
| November 30th, 2013 under Obits. [ Comments: none ]
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Paul Walker passed away today at the age of 40 after getting in to a single car accident in Santa Clarita, Ca. According to TMZ he was there “car show to support the Philippines typhoon relief effort, and had been taking friends out for rides in his new Porsche GT.” They say during one of the rides, he somehow lost control of his car, hit a post or a tree and then car burst into flames with a passenger and himself inside. The story is still developing and we will learn more in the coming days.
Walker is best known for starring in almost all of the Fast and Furious movies. Before he landed the role of Brian O’Conner, he started acting as a teen and guest starred on several shows like Highway to Heaven, Charles in Charge and Who’s the Boss? Then he went from the small screen to the big one and became a breakout star in films like Varsity Blues and She’s All That. But it was the Fast and Furious movies that launched him into super stardom and he never stopped working. On December 13th his movie, Hours, about Hurricane Katrina comes out and then on July 11th his final Fast movie comes out.
The actor is survived by a 15 year old daughter and he recently talked about her to Express. He said, “When you have kids young that’s part of the game. I’m grateful I had her (daughter) at 25 and not 20 because, at 40 and 15, we’re matching up sweet! She’s been with her mom her whole life and she wants a relationship with her pops. It’s working out really well right now.”
So today honor him by watching one of his many movies and keep his spirit alive.
UPDATE: KABC confirms there was a fiery crash in Valencia, Ca (near Santa Clarita) today at around 3:30p and two people were killed. At this time they have not identified the names of the people who were in the car.
UPDATE 2: Paul Walker’s Facebook page confirms the news:
It is with a truly heavy heart that we must confirm that Paul Walker passed away today in a tragic car accident while attending a charity event for his organization Reach Out Worldwide. He was a passenger in a friend’s car, in which both lost their lives. We appreciate your patience as we too are stunned and saddened beyond belief by this news. Thank you for keeping his family and friends in your prayers during this very difficult time. We will do our best to keep you apprised on where to send condolences. – #TeamPW
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RIP Lou Reed |
| October 27th, 2013 under Obits. [ Comments: none ]
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Lou Reed passed away today at the age of 71 according to Rolling Stone. The singer influenced musicians with his unique sound from his days with Velvet Underground in the late ’60s up until today.
So as we mourn his death, listen to his songs and know he is a taking a walk on the wild side of heaven.
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RIP Marcia Wallace |
| October 26th, 2013 under Obits. [ Comments: none ]
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Marcia Wallace passed away yesterday at the age of 70 according to Variety. We got to know her as Bob Newhart’s fiery red-headed receptionist on The Bob Newhart Show. Then it was her voice, not her hair that we got to know her for as the voice of Mrs Krabapple on The Simpsons. Even though her voice has been silenced, she will live on forever. So today honor her feisty spirit by watching many of the great roles she has played throughout the years.
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RIP Lee Thompson Young |
| August 19th, 2013 under Obits. [ Comments: none ]
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Lee Thompson Young, 29, was found dead this morning according to TMZ. The actor made a name for himself when he played the title role in The Famous Jett Jackson. After that he starred as Chris Comer in the theatrical version of Friday Night Lights, Cyborg on Smallville and Al Gough on ABC’s FlashForward in 2009. Since then he has playing Detective Barry Frost on TNT’s huge hit Rizzoli & Isles. According to TMZ when he didn’t show up for work today, the show’s staff called his landlord to check up on him and that is how he was discovered.
His death is so sad because he had such a future ahead of him because he had been working non-stop since he started acting. I am a big fan of Rizzoli and Isles, and I think that they were really giving a lot to play with this season. No word yet how his death will effect the recently renwed Rizzoli & Isles, but then again it is still very early.
So today honor him and keep his spirit alive by watching him in one of many roles.
UPDATE: His publicist confirmed how he died to TMZ, “It is with great sadness that I announce that Lee Thompson Young tragically took his own life this morning … Lee was more than just a brilliant young actor, he was a wonderful and gentle soul who will be truly missed.”
UPDATE 2: Here is the statement from Statement from TNT, Warner Bros. and Rizzoli & Isles Executive Producer Janet Tamaro: “Everyone at Rizzoli & Isles is devastated by the news of the passing of Lee Thompson Young. We are beyond heartbroken at the loss of this sweet, gentle, good-hearted, intelligent man. He was truly a member of our family. Lee will be cherished and remembered by all who knew and loved him, both on- and offscreen, for his positive energy, infectious smile and soulful grace. We send our deepest condolences and thoughts to his family, to his friends and, most especially, to his beloved mother.”
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RIP Edyie Gorme |
| August 10th, 2013 under Obits. [ Comments: none ]
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Edyie Gormé passed away today at the age of 84 after a brief illness in Las Vegas according to People. Her husband Steve Lawrence said in a statement, “Eydie has been my partner on stage and in life for more than 55 years. I fell in love with her the moment I saw her and even more the first time I heard her sing.” Then he added, “While my personal loss is unimaginable, the world has lost one of the greatest pop vocalists of all time.”
Steve and Edyie took their singing act around the world and became a Las Vegas staple for nearly 50 years until she retired in 2009. They were seen on numerous TV shows and performed with many of the greats as they were some of the best themselves.
So today keep her spirit alive by playing around on YouTube and listening to one of her many beautiful medleys. It will surely put a smile on your face on this sad day.
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