Joe Flaherty
Comedy star Joe Flaherty, best known for his work on SCTV and Freaks and Geeks, has died following a long illness, his family confirms.
Starring in several roles, including SCTV from 1976 to 1984, and Freaks and Geeks from 1999 to 2000, Flaherty had a unique style.
Adam Sandler fans will remember him for his memorable character in Happy Gilmore! Joe Flaherty was 82 years old.
Louis Gossett Jr.
Iconic and pioneer Oscar-winning actor Louis Gossett Jr. has died in California, AP reports. Gossett Jr. had a spectacular seven-decade career, but encountered hardship and racism along the way.
The first black man to win an Oscar for a supporting role, he also won an Emmy for his role in the television miniseries Roots. Louis Gossett Jr. paved the way for several other actors. The star died in Santa Monica.
The cause of death was not immediately released. He was 87 years old.
Joe Lieberman
Joe Lieberman, a US senator and vice-presidential candidate who left the Democratic Party with a bang, earning him both admiration and contempt, has died. He died in New York after suffering a fall, according to a statement from his family. He was 82 years old.
M. Emmet Walsh
American actor M. Emmet Walsh, who appeared in more than 200 films during a career spanning nearly 55 years, has died, his manager Sandy Joseph confirmed to Variety. The actor died of cardiac arrest just three days before his birthday. He appeared on screen alongside Paul Newman, Dustin Hoffman, Harrison Ford, Steve Martin and Leonardo DiCaprio, among many others. He was 88.
Chris Simon
Former NHL enforcer Chris Simon has died. The Ontario native made a name for himself in his 15-year NHL career. Simon won a Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 1996 and made Finals appearances with the Flames and the Capitals. Simon’s children, family and friends are grieving his sudden loss. Chris Simon was 52.
Eric Carmen
American singer Eric Carmen, performer of the global hit All by Myself, later reprised by Céline Dion, died, his wife announced. The performer is also known for his hits from the Dirty Dancing and Footloose soundtracks, Hungry Eyes and Almost Paradise. Eric Carmen was 74 years old.
Brian Mulroney
Former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, who led Canada from 1984 to 1993, has died at the age of 84.
Richard Lewis
Richard Lewis, star of several films and series, including Curb Your Enthusiasm and Robin Hood: Men in Tights, has died. He was known for his singular humor and unique style. Richard Lewis was 76 years old.
Kenneth Mitchell
Kenneth Mitchell, star of the Star Trek and Marvel universes, has died, confirms a press release published by his family. The actor died after a long battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). He was 49 years old.
Chris Gauthier
Chris Gauthier, known for shows like Once Upon A Time and Smallville, among others, has died, his agency confirmed in a press release. The actor reportedly died suddenly after recently falling ill. He was 48 years old.
Ewen MacIntosh
Ewen MacIntosh, the actor best known for his role as Keith in the original British version of The Office, has died at the age of 50. The cause of his death remains unknown, but the BBC reports that he has died. at Willow Green Care Home in Darlington.
Kelvin Kiptum
Marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum has died, along with his coach, in a terrible road accident in Kenya, CNN confirmed. He had just set a world record time for a marathon of 2:00:35, in Chicago, in 2023. The news of his passing sent the world of sports into mourning. Kelvin Kiptum was 24.
Toby Keith
Country music star Toby Keith has died.
The sometimes controversial American singer has twice been named ACM Entertainer of the Year. Keith, suffering from stomach cancer, died surrounded by his family. He was diagnosed in 2022.
“He fought his fight with grace and courage,” said an official statement. The patriotic singer worked in the Oklahoma oil fields as a young man, then played semi-pro football before becoming a successful country star. He was 62.
Carl Weathers
Actor Carl Weathers, star of the Rocky franchise and numerous hit films, has died in his sleep at age 76, reports TMZ.
David Soul
David Soul (right), one half of the iconic TV duo Starsky & Hutch, has died. He was 80.
Alec Musser
Alec Musser, star of All My Children and Grown Ups, among others, took his own life at the age of 50. Many have paid tribute to him, including Adam Sandler.
Christian Oliver
Speed Racer and Saved by the Bell: The New Class star Christian Oliver died in a plane crash, alongside his two daughters. The actor was 51.
Gary Graham
Gary Graham, known for his role in Star Trek: Enterprise, passed away suddenly. He was 73 years old.
Adan Canto
Adan Canto, whose acting career was going strong with roles in Designated Survivor and The Cleaning Lady, among others, died at age 42 following a battle with appendix cancer.
Sanjay Shah
Sanjay Shah, CEO and founder of software company Vistex, died at the age of 56 from injuries sustained in a tragic accident at a company party in India.
Cindy Morgan
Cindy Morgan, star of Tron and Caddyshack, among other films, has died at 69, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Harry Johnson
Harry Johnson, star of several series during a 40-year career, including Battlestar Galactica, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Law & Order, has died. He was 81.
James Kottak
Former Scorpions drummer James Kottak has passed away at the age of 61, TMZ confirms.
David Gail
David Gail, star of Beverly Hills 90210 and Port Charles, has passed away. He was 58 years old.
David Emge
David Emge, well known to horror fans for his role as helicopter pilot Stephen in George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead, has died aged 77.