Tatiana Schlossberg Dies at 35, Just Over a Month After Announcing Cancer Diagnosis
Tatiana Schlossberg, an author, environmental journalist and granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35, just over a month after revealing that she had been diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Her family shared the news of her death on Dec. 30 on the Instagram account for the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation.
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Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor from 'The Wire,' 'Veep' and Spike Lee films, dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr., an actor who made frequent memorable appearances on the HBO series “The Wire” and “Veep” and in the films of Spike Lee, died Tuesday. He was 71.
Whitlock's manager Brian Liebman told The Associated Press in an email that the actor died in New York after a short illness.
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Isiah Whitlock Jr., an actor who made frequent memorable appearances on the HBO series “The Wire” and “Veep” and in the films of Spike Lee, died Tuesday. He was 71.
Whitlock's manager Brian Liebman told The Associated Press in an email that the actor died in New York after a short illness.
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Former US Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, of Colorado, dies at 92
DENVER (AP) — Ben Nighthorse Campbell, the former senator and U.S. representative of Colorado known for his passionate advocacy of Native American issues, died Tuesday. He was 92.
Campbell died of natural causes surrounded by his family, his daughter, Shanan Campbell, confirmed to The Associated Press.
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DENVER (AP) — Ben Nighthorse Campbell, the former senator and U.S. representative of Colorado known for his passionate advocacy of Native American issues, died Tuesday. He was 92.
Campbell died of natural causes surrounded by his family, his daughter, Shanan Campbell, confirmed to The Associated Press.
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Dancer Carmen de Lavallade dies at 94
Reports indicate that dancer and actress Carmen de Lavallade has died. Her son confirmed she passed away on Monday, stating that de Lavallade died in Englewood, N.J., following an illness. She was 94.
De Lavallade was best known for her work with the renowned dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey and was a pioneering figure in American modern dance. She was the wife of the late actor, dancer, musician, director, choreographer, and artist Geoffrey Holder. The couple were married for nearly 60 years until Holder’s death in 2014.
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Reports indicate that dancer and actress Carmen de Lavallade has died. Her son confirmed she passed away on Monday, stating that de Lavallade died in Englewood, N.J., following an illness. She was 94.
De Lavallade was best known for her work with the renowned dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey and was a pioneering figure in American modern dance. She was the wife of the late actor, dancer, musician, director, choreographer, and artist Geoffrey Holder. The couple were married for nearly 60 years until Holder’s death in 2014.
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Bret Hanna-Shuford, Broadway Alum and Influencer, Dies at 46 amid Treatment for Rare Cancer: 'Our Hearts Are Broken'
Bret Hanna-Shuford — a Broadway performer and social media influencer known for his work onstage and for chronicling his life with husband Stephen Hanna-Shuford and their 3-year-old son, Maverick, as part of the account Broadway Husbands — has died less than five months after being diagnosed with cancer. He was 46.
The actor's husband confirmed the news on social media, writing that Bret died in the early hours of Saturday, Jan. 3.
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Bret Hanna-Shuford — a Broadway performer and social media influencer known for his work onstage and for chronicling his life with husband Stephen Hanna-Shuford and their 3-year-old son, Maverick, as part of the account Broadway Husbands — has died less than five months after being diagnosed with cancer. He was 46.
The actor's husband confirmed the news on social media, writing that Bret died in the early hours of Saturday, Jan. 3.
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Veteran South Korean actor Choi Jung-Woo dies at 68
Veteran South Korean actor, Choi Jung-woo, known for his roles in movies such as “City Hunter” and “Legend of the Blue Sea” died Tuesday at the age of 68.
According to The Korea Times, Choi died in the early hours of the morning as revealed by his agency.
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Veteran South Korean actor, Choi Jung-woo, known for his roles in movies such as “City Hunter” and “Legend of the Blue Sea” died Tuesday at the age of 68.
According to The Korea Times, Choi died in the early hours of the morning as revealed by his agency.
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Republican Rep. Doug LaMalfa dies at 65, GOP says
California Republican Rep. Doug LaMalfa has died, House GOP officials said on Tuesday. He was 65.
LaMalfa’s death tightens the razor-thin House majority and could imperil Speaker Mike Johnson’s grip on the House. The House stood at 219 Republicans and 213 Democrats after Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., resigned on Monday. LaMalfa’s death brings the House to 218 Republicans.
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California Republican Rep. Doug LaMalfa has died, House GOP officials said on Tuesday. He was 65.
LaMalfa’s death tightens the razor-thin House majority and could imperil Speaker Mike Johnson’s grip on the House. The House stood at 219 Republicans and 213 Democrats after Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., resigned on Monday. LaMalfa’s death brings the House to 218 Republicans.
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Michael Reagan, the eldest son of President Ronald Reagan, dies at 80
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Reagan, the eldest son of President Ronald Reagan and a conservative commentator, has died. He was 80.
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute announced his death in a post on the social platform X on Tuesday, calling him “a steadfast guardian of his father’s legacy.”
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Reagan, the eldest son of President Ronald Reagan and a conservative commentator, has died. He was 80.
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute announced his death in a post on the social platform X on Tuesday, calling him “a steadfast guardian of his father’s legacy.”
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Notorious CIA spy whose treachery caused the deaths of countless sources has died in federal prison
One of the most notorious spies in United States history, responsible for the arrest and eventual execution of numerous Soviet and Russian officials secretly working on behalf of the US intelligence community, has died at the age of 84.
Aldrich Ames, a former CIA case officer arrested by the FBI in 1994 and sentenced to life in prison for espionage, died in custody on Monday, according to a spokesperson for the US Bureau of Prisons.
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One of the most notorious spies in United States history, responsible for the arrest and eventual execution of numerous Soviet and Russian officials secretly working on behalf of the US intelligence community, has died at the age of 84.
Aldrich Ames, a former CIA case officer arrested by the FBI in 1994 and sentenced to life in prison for espionage, died in custody on Monday, according to a spokesperson for the US Bureau of Prisons.
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Former NBA big man dies at 68: ‘Man he could block shots’
Former NBA center Jawann Oldham died Monday in Atlanta. He was 68.
Oldham’s death was confirmed by Seattle University, where the 7-footer was a star for four seasons from 1976-80.
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Former NBA center Jawann Oldham died Monday in Atlanta. He was 68.
Oldham’s death was confirmed by Seattle University, where the 7-footer was a star for four seasons from 1976-80.
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Glenn Hall, whose NHL goalie starts streak may never be broken, dies at age 94
Glenn Hall, a Hockey Hall of Famer whose ironman streak of 502 starts as a goaltender remains an NHL record, has died. He was 94.
Nicknamed “Mr. Goalie,” Hall worked to stop pucks at a time when players at his position were bare-faced, before masks of any kind became commonplace. He did it as well as just about anyone of his generation, which stretched from the days of the Original Six into the expansion era.
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Glenn Hall, a Hockey Hall of Famer whose ironman streak of 502 starts as a goaltender remains an NHL record, has died. He was 94.
Nicknamed “Mr. Goalie,” Hall worked to stop pucks at a time when players at his position were bare-faced, before masks of any kind became commonplace. He did it as well as just about anyone of his generation, which stretched from the days of the Original Six into the expansion era.
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PBS TV Chef Dies of Ovarian Cancer at 49
Boston chef, food stylist and television host Elle Simone Scott has died after a long battle with ovarian cancer, America's Test Kitchen confirmed in a statement to PEOPLE. She was 49.
Fellow chef and close friend Carla Hall wrote a touching tribute to Scott on Instagram, calling her a force and a trailblazer.
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Boston chef, food stylist and television host Elle Simone Scott has died after a long battle with ovarian cancer, America's Test Kitchen confirmed in a statement to PEOPLE. She was 49.
Fellow chef and close friend Carla Hall wrote a touching tribute to Scott on Instagram, calling her a force and a trailblazer.
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Andy Friendly, Founding Producer at ‘Entertainment Tonight’ and Former CNBC Exec, Dies at 74
Television executive and Emmy-nominated producer Andy Friendly died Sunday at age 74, his family shared Wednesday.
Friendly, son of CBS News creator Fred Friendly and brother of producer David Friendly, died in his home in Bel-Air, according to his brother and “best friend.” No cause of death has been revealed.
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Television executive and Emmy-nominated producer Andy Friendly died Sunday at age 74, his family shared Wednesday.
Friendly, son of CBS News creator Fred Friendly and brother of producer David Friendly, died in his home in Bel-Air, according to his brother and “best friend.” No cause of death has been revealed.
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I've stopped tracking celebrity deaths. We've made so many celebrities that we'll have one a day soon, and it distracts from the creeping fascism which is the real issue of the times.
"We must remember that we cannot abandon the truth and remain a free nation." --Liz Cheney, Republican, 7/21/22
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Lincoln County Commissioner Claire Hall died late Sunday in Portland hospital; recall election is now void
Longtime Lincoln County Commissioner Claire Hall died late Sunday in a Portland hospital amid worsening health conditions and a contentious recall election. She was 66.
Hall’s death comes the week of a historic recall election – the first time in the county’s 132-year history that voters are being asked if a commissioner should be recalled from office.
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Longtime Lincoln County Commissioner Claire Hall died late Sunday in a Portland hospital amid worsening health conditions and a contentious recall election. She was 66.
Hall’s death comes the week of a historic recall election – the first time in the county’s 132-year history that voters are being asked if a commissioner should be recalled from office.
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'Johnny Dangerously' star Richard Dimitri dies at 83
"When Things Were Rotten" star Richard Dimitri has died at age 83 following a decades-long battle with heart and lung illnesses that prompted his early exit from Hollywood.
The actor-writer died in Los Angeles on Dec. 18, next to his wife of 26 years, Christianne, according to an obituary published by the Los Angeles Times.
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"When Things Were Rotten" star Richard Dimitri has died at age 83 following a decades-long battle with heart and lung illnesses that prompted his early exit from Hollywood.
The actor-writer died in Los Angeles on Dec. 18, next to his wife of 26 years, Christianne, according to an obituary published by the Los Angeles Times.
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Isiah Whitlock Jr: The Wire and Veep actor dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr, who was known for his memorable acting roles on The Wire and Veep, has died at the age of 71, according to his manager.
"It is with tremendous sadness that I share the passing of my dear friend and client Isiah Whitlock Jr," manager Brian Liebman wrote on Instagram.
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Isiah Whitlock Jr, who was known for his memorable acting roles on The Wire and Veep, has died at the age of 71, according to his manager.
"It is with tremendous sadness that I share the passing of my dear friend and client Isiah Whitlock Jr," manager Brian Liebman wrote on Instagram.
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Gunsmoke Actor Roger Ewing Dies at 83
Roger Ewing, best known for his portrayal of deputy marshal Thad Greenwood on Gunsmoke, is dead. He was 83.
His family announced in an obituary that Ewing died on Dec. 18, 2025. No cause of death was given.
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Roger Ewing, best known for his portrayal of deputy marshal Thad Greenwood on Gunsmoke, is dead. He was 83.
His family announced in an obituary that Ewing died on Dec. 18, 2025. No cause of death was given.
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Rock Group Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir dies at 78, tributes pour in
Musician Bob Weir, a guitarist who is the founding member of the Grateful Dead, has reportedly passed away at the age of 78. His death was confirmed by a statement published on his social media accounts, where the main cause of his death was also revealed. Following the news of his death, netizens mourned the passing away of Bob Weir.
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Musician Bob Weir, a guitarist who is the founding member of the Grateful Dead, has reportedly passed away at the age of 78. His death was confirmed by a statement published on his social media accounts, where the main cause of his death was also revealed. Following the news of his death, netizens mourned the passing away of Bob Weir.
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James Bernard, Editor of The Source and Co-founder of XXL, Dies
James Bernard, the music journalist who provided the editorial vision that powered The Source magazine during its 1990s peak and who later co-founded XXL, has died. The news was first reported by Allhiphop.com. A cause of death was not provided.
Questlove paid tribute to Bernard on Instagram, writing, "His passion of music was legendary. A class act. James helped shepherd Hip-Hop from skepticism to seriousness, from novelty to culture. This loss hits deep for everyone who learned how to listen through his words."
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James Bernard, the music journalist who provided the editorial vision that powered The Source magazine during its 1990s peak and who later co-founded XXL, has died. The news was first reported by Allhiphop.com. A cause of death was not provided.
Questlove paid tribute to Bernard on Instagram, writing, "His passion of music was legendary. A class act. James helped shepherd Hip-Hop from skepticism to seriousness, from novelty to culture. This loss hits deep for everyone who learned how to listen through his words."
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Veteran actor T.K. Carter, known for ‘The Thing’ and ‘Punky Brewster,’ dies at 69
DUARTE, Calif. (AP) — Veteran actor T.K. Carter, who appeared in the horror film “The Thing” and “Punky Brewster” on television, has died at the age of 69.
Carter was declared dead Friday evening after deputies responded to a call regarding an unresponsive male in Duarte, California, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
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DUARTE, Calif. (AP) — Veteran actor T.K. Carter, who appeared in the horror film “The Thing” and “Punky Brewster” on television, has died at the age of 69.
Carter was declared dead Friday evening after deputies responded to a call regarding an unresponsive male in Duarte, California, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
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Former New Jersey acting governor Richard Codey dies at 79
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Richard “Dick” Codey, a former acting governor of New Jersey and the longest serving legislator in the state’s history, died Sunday. He was 79.
Codey’s wife, Mary Jo Codey, confirmed her husband’s death to The Associated Press.
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TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Richard “Dick” Codey, a former acting governor of New Jersey and the longest serving legislator in the state’s history, died Sunday. He was 79.
Codey’s wife, Mary Jo Codey, confirmed her husband’s death to The Associated Press.
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Scott Adams, US Creator Of 'Dilbert' Cartoon, Dies At 68
Scott Adams, the US cartoonist famous for his "Dilbert" comic strip whose career was later soured by a racism row, has died at age 68, his ex-wife said Tuesday.
Adams, who rose to fame in the 1990s with his satirical take on white-collar office life, had been receiving hospice care at his home in northern California after he was diagnosed with prostate cancer.
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Scott Adams, the US cartoonist famous for his "Dilbert" comic strip whose career was later soured by a racism row, has died at age 68, his ex-wife said Tuesday.
Adams, who rose to fame in the 1990s with his satirical take on white-collar office life, had been receiving hospice care at his home in northern California after he was diagnosed with prostate cancer.
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Emmy-nominated composer of beloved Nickelodeon shows dies at 63: ‘An unmistakable legacy’
Composer Guy Moon, who wrote the music for such popular Nickelodeon children’s shows as “The Fairly Oddparents” and “Danny Phantom,” has died. He was 63.
The County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner reported that Moon died on Jan. 8 due to traumatic injuries suffered in a traffic accident.
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Composer Guy Moon, who wrote the music for such popular Nickelodeon children’s shows as “The Fairly Oddparents” and “Danny Phantom,” has died. He was 63.
The County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner reported that Moon died on Jan. 8 due to traumatic injuries suffered in a traffic accident.
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Yeison Jiménez dies at 34 after tragic plane crash
Popular music singer Yeison Jiménez, 34, died in a small plane crash this Saturday, leaving Colombia in mourning. The incident happened in a rural area between Paipa and Duitama in the department of Boyacá. Colombia’s Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that the artist was traveling on a private aircraft with five other people, all members of his team, and that there were no survivors, including the crew. Reports indicate that shortly after takeoff, the plane plunged to the ground and completely burned. The flight was headed to Medellín, where the singer was scheduled to meet professional commitments, including a concert in the Antioquia town of Marinilla.
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Popular music singer Yeison Jiménez, 34, died in a small plane crash this Saturday, leaving Colombia in mourning. The incident happened in a rural area between Paipa and Duitama in the department of Boyacá. Colombia’s Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that the artist was traveling on a private aircraft with five other people, all members of his team, and that there were no survivors, including the crew. Reports indicate that shortly after takeoff, the plane plunged to the ground and completely burned. The flight was headed to Medellín, where the singer was scheduled to meet professional commitments, including a concert in the Antioquia town of Marinilla.
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