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Post by teleadm on Apr 30, 2021 17:34:45 GMT
As has been noted American actor, singer, and musician Johnny Crawford has left us at age 75, on April 29th.  At age 13 he was nominted for a Emmy Award playing the son of Chuck Connors in The Rifleman 1959 He is remembered by Hollywood ReporterR.I.P Johnny Crawford
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Post by petrolino on May 1, 2021 0:01:00 GMT
Japanese composer Shunsuke Kikuchi has left us at the age of 89, on April 24th.  He is remembered by Anime News NetworkR.I.P. Shunsuke Kikushi
Thank you for remembering Shunsuke Kikuchi. I like some of his musical scores composed for 1970s crime and horror movies.
R.I.P.
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Post by petrolino on May 1, 2021 0:04:38 GMT
Italian singer, stage and film actress, and television personality Milva (Milva Ilva Biolcati) has left us at the age of 81 on April 23rd.  She is remembered by Hollywood ReporterR.I.P. Milva
Legend.
'Bella Cioa'
Milva ~ R.I.P.
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Post by teleadm on May 1, 2021 14:25:32 GMT
Icelandic director Árni Ólafur Ásgeirsson has left us at the early age of 49, on April 26th.  He only directed four feature length movies, the last...  Lói: Þú Flýgur Aldrei Einn aka Ploey: You Never Fly Alone 2018 remains as the most viewed Icelandic movie in the world ever. He is remembered by Klapp Tre ISR.I.P. Árni Ólafur Ásgeirsson |
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Post by marianne48 on May 1, 2021 22:34:25 GMT
Actress Olympia Dukakis passed away today at 89. Her Oscar-winning role in Moonstruck was certainly well-deserved. She was also memorable in Steel Magnolias, especially when she offers Shirley McLaine to a distraught Shirley Field when she wants to hit something, and in the underrated Away From Her. A wonderful actress. R.I.P.
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Post by spiderwort on May 2, 2021 14:03:55 GMT
Actress Olympia Dukakis passed away today at 89. Her Oscar-winning role in Moonstruck was certainly well-deserved. She was also memorable in Steel Magnolias, especially when she offers Shirley McLaine to a distraught Shirley Field when she wants to hit something, and in the underrated Away From Her. A wonderful actress. R.I.P.
A wonderful actress with a wonderful spirit. May she rest in peace knowing she made the world a happier place.
Olympia Dukakis 1931-2021. R. I. P.
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Post by Lebowskidoo 🦞 on May 2, 2021 14:12:15 GMT
Actress Olympia Dukakis passed away today at 89. Her Oscar-winning role in Moonstruck was certainly well-deserved. She was also memorable in Steel Magnolias, especially when she offers Shirley McLaine to a distraught Shirley Field when she wants to hit something, and in the underrated Away From Her. A wonderful actress. R.I.P. (1931-2021)  She was such a lovely actress. Perfectly cast as Cher's mother in Moonstruck (1987). She will be missed. R.I.P. 
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Post by spiderwort on May 2, 2021 14:31:56 GMT
As has been noted, child actor Lee Aaker passed away on April 1 at the age of 77. Star of the original The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin series, he will be remembered and loved by everyone.   Remembered here by VarietyLee Aaker (1943-2021) R.I.P. |
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Post by teleadm on May 3, 2021 5:49:17 GMT
Irish actor Tom Hickey has left us at the age of 77, on May 1st.  In 1965, he joined the cast of RTÉ television's new rural drama series, The Riordans. He went on to play the part of Benjy Riordan in the successful serial for the next sixteen years. As a character actor, he appeared in numerous films, including My Left Foot 1989, Fools of Fortune 1990, Gothic 1986, Inside I'm Dancing 2004, Stella Days 2011, Breakfast on Pluto 2005, and Possession 2002. He was also cast in two of director Lenny Abrahamson's films: Garage 2007 and What Richard Did 2012. He is remembered Irish ExaminerR.I.P. Tom Hickey
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Post by teleadm on May 3, 2021 6:01:30 GMT
American actor and stuntman Nathan Jung has left us at the age of 74, on April 24th.  Due to his height, he was usually cast in "heavy" or "enforcer" roles. He kicked off his acting career in 1969 with his role as Ghengis Khan in “ The Savage Curtain” episode of “ Star Trek: The Original Series. From there, taking advantage of his tall stature, his television resume exploded with roles on the biggest shows from the 1970's and ’80's. He appeared on “ M*A*S*H*,” “ Starsky & Hutch,” “ CHiPs,” “ General Hospital,” “ Manimal,” “ Riptide” and “ Hunter.” He also held roles in “ Sanford and Son,” in which he played Helen Funai’s cousin, Saburyo, and “ Kung Fu,” in which he played the Dark Rider. In the ’90's, he had stints on “ Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman,” “ Martial Law” and “ Burke’s Law.” He is remembered by VarietyR.I.P. Nathan Jung
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Post by teleadm on May 4, 2021 6:43:43 GMT
American photographer Wynn Hammer has left us at the age of 97, on May 2nd.  He was a veteran still photographer who worked behind the scenes on such acclaimed movies as Bound for Glory 1976, The Deer Hunter 1978 and Invasion of the Body Snatchers 1978 as well as on dozens of TV shows. A still photographer is hired to take shots on the set for publicity purposes. The best in their field find a way to get close to the action, avoiding light stands and movie cameras, without disrupting the filmmaking process. He also worked on such other films as Paint Your Wagon 1969, The Outfit 1973, The Towering Inferno 1974, The Trial of Billy Jack 1974, Raid on Entebbe 1976, Carrie 1976, Burnt Offerings 1976, Sextette 1977, Audrey Rose 1977, The Black Hole 1979, Making Love 1982, Heart Like a Wheel 1983, The Last Starfighter 1984 and A Fine Mess 1986.  He is remembered by Hollywood ReporterR.I.P. Wynn Hammer
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Post by teleadm on May 4, 2021 6:56:10 GMT
American ballet dancer, choreographer, actor and educator Jacques d'Ambrose has left us at the age of 86, on May 2nd.  He was the premier New York City Ballet dancer who displayed his energy and athleticism on the big screen in the musicals Seven Brides for Seven Brothers 1954 and Carousel 1956. He also participated in a steamy duet in another Fox musical released in 1956, Michael Curtiz’s The Best Things in Life Are Free, and was dazzling on episodes of NBC's The Bell Telephone Hour dance specials — one of the first TV series to air exclusively in color — throughout the '60's. He is remembered by Hollywood ReporterR.I.P. Jacques d'Ambrose
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Post by teleadm on May 4, 2021 7:11:50 GMT
American television, film, and stage actress and voice actress Billie Hayes has left us at the age of 95 or 96, on April 29th.  Perhaps best known for her comic portrayal of Witchiepoo on NBC's Sid and Marty Krofft television series H.R. Pufnstuf. Her characteristic cackle and animated physicality were notable during the show's 17-episode run in 1969–70. She played Mammy Yokum in the 1956 Broadway musical Li'l Abner, the 1959 film version, and a 1971 TV special. Her first voice role was as a character named Orgoch on the Disney feature film The Black Cauldron in 1985. Other voice work has included roles on cartoons such as The Further Adventures of SuperTed, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Johnny Bravo, W.I.T.C.H., The Batman, TaleSpin, The Brothers Flub, Bubble Guppies, Rugrats, Transformers: Rescue Bots, Duckman, Shrek Forever After, Bonkers, Problem Child, Siegfried and Roy: Masters of the Impossible and Darkwing Duck. She retired from acting in 2016. She is remembered by People MagazineR.I.P. Billie Hayes |
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Post by teleadm on May 6, 2021 5:25:19 GMT
American announcer, commentator, and author Martin Bookspan has left us at the age of 94, on April 29th.  He was the announcer on the PBS series Live from Lincoln Center from its beginnings in 1976 until his retirement in 2006. For years he was also announcer for the Live from the Met series on PBS (which eventually became The Metropolitan Opera Presents). He is remembered by Dignity MemorialsR.I.P. Martin Bookspan |
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Post by teleadm on May 6, 2021 5:42:06 GMT
English male model, songwriter, and musician Nick Kamen has left us at the age of 59, on May 4th. (bone marrow cancer)  Perhaps best known for the singles "Each Time You Break My Heart" from 1986 and "I Promised Myself" from 1990, as well as for appearing in a 1985 Levi advert. His music appears on soundtracks. He is remembered by BBCR.I.P. Nick Kamen
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Post by teleadm on May 6, 2021 6:00:17 GMT
American former NFL player turned actor Frank McRae has left us at the age of 77 (or 80), on April 29th.  Among his acting roles are bank robber Reed Youngblood in Dillinger 1973, a shouting police captain in 48 Hrs. 1982, a role he later parodied in Last Action Hero 1993 and Loaded Weapon 1 1993, the history teacher, Mr. Teasdale, in Red Dawn 1984, James Bond's friend Sharkey in Licence to Kill 1989, and former professional boxing champion Harry Noble in *batteries not included 1987. He also appeared opposite Sylvester Stallone in 4 films, F.I.S.T. 1978, Paradise Alley 1978, Rocky II 1979 and Lock Up 1989, as well as a protective trucker in The Wizard 1989. He is remembered by VarietyR.I.P. Frank McRae
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Post by snsurone on May 6, 2021 17:54:10 GMT
As has been noted, child actor Lee Aaker passed away on April 1 at the age of 77. Star of the original The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin series, he will be remembered and loved by everyone. Remembered here by VarietyLee Aaker (1943-2021) R.I.P.According to the Variety article, Aaker died in poverty, and his body was unclaimed. Former child actor Paul Peterson, founder of the organization A Minor Concern, which is purported to aid child stars segue into adult life, is trying to arrange a military funeral, as Aaker was an Air Force vet.
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Post by jervistetch on May 6, 2021 18:24:42 GMT
That’s very sad.
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Post by divtal on May 6, 2021 19:59:33 GMT
I remember Lee Aaker as "Rusty," on The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin. In looking at his IMDb page, I was surprised to learn that he also played the role of little J.B. Dorset, in "The Ransom of Red Chief," segment in O Henry's Full House (1952). He was a delightful foil to kidnappers Fred Allen, and Oscar Levant. R.I.P. www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuONfQg-17Y |
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Post by bravomailer on May 6, 2021 20:08:23 GMT
I had this record: :format(jpeg):mode_rgb():quality(90)/discogs-images/R-4411071-1594519559-5924.jpeg.jpg) |
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