Obituary

Brian Wilson, Beach Boys Visionary Leader and Summer's Poet Laureate, Dies at 82

Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys’ visionary and fragile leader whose genius for melody, arrangements and wide-eyed self-expression inspired “Good Vibrations,” “California... Read More

Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys’ visionary and fragile leader whose genius for melody, arrangements and wide-eyed self-expression inspired “Good Vibrations,” “California Girls” and other summertime anthems and made him one of the world’s most influential recording artists, has died at 82.... Read More

Loretta Swit, Emmy-Winner Who Played Houlihan on Pioneering TV Series 'M.A.S.H.,' Has Died at 87

NEW YORK (AP) — Loretta Swit, who won two Emmy Awards playing Major Margaret Houlihan, the demanding head nurse of a behind-the-lines... Read More

NEW YORK (AP) — Loretta Swit, who won two Emmy Awards playing Major Margaret Houlihan, the demanding head nurse of a behind-the-lines surgical unit during the Korean War on the pioneering hit TV series “M.A.S.H.,” has died. She was 87. Publicist Harlan... Read More

Harrison Ruffin Tyler, Preserver of Virginia History and Grandson of 10th US President, Dies at 96

CHARLES CITY, Va. (AP) — Harrison Ruffin Tyler, the last living grandson of U.S. President John Tyler born 83 years... Read More

CHARLES CITY, Va. (AP) — Harrison Ruffin Tyler, the last living grandson of U.S. President John Tyler born 83 years after his grandfather left the White House in 1845, died. He was 96. The cause of Tyler's death on Sunday... Read More

Former US Rep. Charles Rangel, Who Spent Nearly 50 Years Representing New York, Has Died

NEW YORK (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Charles Rangel of New York, an outspoken, gravel-voiced Harlem Democrat who spent nearly... Read More

NEW YORK (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Charles Rangel of New York, an outspoken, gravel-voiced Harlem Democrat who spent nearly five decades on Capitol Hill and was a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus, died Monday at age 94.... Read More

2025-05-21 14:38:11
by Dan McCue
Gerry Connolly, Democrat Representing Northern Virginia in Congress, Dies

WASHINGTON — Rep. Gerry Connolly, a native of Boston who spent most of his adult life in Virginia politics, ultimately... Read More

WASHINGTON — Rep. Gerry Connolly, a native of Boston who spent most of his adult life in Virginia politics, ultimately becoming the long-time representative of the state’s 11th Congressional District, died Wednesday morning. According to a statement released by his... Read More

George Wendt, Who Played Beloved Barfly Norm on 'Cheers' and Found Another Home Onstage, Dies at 76

NEW YORK (AP) — George Wendt, an actor with an Everyman charm who played the affable, beer-loving barfly Norm on the hit... Read More

NEW YORK (AP) — George Wendt, an actor with an Everyman charm who played the affable, beer-loving barfly Norm on the hit 1980s TV comedy “Cheers” and later crafted a stage career that took him to Broadway in “Art,” “Hairspray” and “Elf,” has died.... Read More

Former Supreme Court Justice David Souter, a Republican Who Became a Liberal Darling, Has Died

WASHINGTON (AP) — Retired Supreme Court Justice David H. Souter, the ascetic bachelor and New Hampshire Republican who became a... Read More

WASHINGTON (AP) — Retired Supreme Court Justice David H. Souter, the ascetic bachelor and New Hampshire Republican who became a darling of liberals during his nearly 20 years on the bench, has died. He was 85. Souter died Thursday at... Read More

Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' and Batman Star With Intense Approach, Dies at 65

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Val Kilmer, the brooding, versatile actor who played fan favorite Iceman in “Top Gun,” donned a voluminous... Read More

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Val Kilmer, the brooding, versatile actor who played fan favorite Iceman in “Top Gun,” donned a voluminous cape as Batman in “Batman Forever” and portrayed Jim Morrison in “The Doors,” has died. He was 65. Kilmer died... Read More

2025-03-05 18:36:00
by Dan McCue
Democratic Rep. Turner of Texas Dies Suddenly After Joint Session

WASHINGTON — Rep. Sylvester Turner, D-Texas, a former mayor of Houston who was just weeks into his freshman term on... Read More

WASHINGTON — Rep. Sylvester Turner, D-Texas, a former mayor of Houston who was just weeks into his freshman term on Capitol Hill, died suddenly Tuesday night, shortly after attending President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress.  According... Read More

Gene Hackman, Found Dead at 95, Was One of Hollywood's Most Respected Actors

Gene Hackman, the prolific Oscar-winning actor whose studied portraits ranged from reluctant heroes to conniving villains and made him one... Read More

Gene Hackman, the prolific Oscar-winning actor whose studied portraits ranged from reluctant heroes to conniving villains and made him one of the industry’s most respected and honored performers, has been found dead along with his wife at their home. He was 95.... Read More

Jimmy Carter, 39th US President, Has Died at 100

ATLANTA (AP) — Jimmy Carter, the peanut farmer who won the presidency in the wake of the Watergate scandal and Vietnam War,... Read More

ATLANTA (AP) — Jimmy Carter, the peanut farmer who won the presidency in the wake of the Watergate scandal and Vietnam War, endured humbling defeat after one tumultuous term and then redefined life after the White House as a global humanitarian, has... Read More

Quincy Jones, Music Titan Who Worked With Everyone From Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, Dies at 91

Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music titan whose vast legacy ranged from producing Michael Jackson's historic "Thriller" album to writing prize-winning... Read More

Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music titan whose vast legacy ranged from producing Michael Jackson's historic "Thriller" album to writing prize-winning film and television scores and collaborating with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and hundreds of other recording artists, has died at... Read More

Kris Kristofferson, Singer-Songwriter and Actor, Dies at 88

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kris Kristofferson, a Rhodes scholar with a deft writing style and rough charisma who became a... Read More

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kris Kristofferson, a Rhodes scholar with a deft writing style and rough charisma who became a country music superstar and an A-list Hollywood actor, has died. Kristofferson died at his home on Maui, Hawaii, on Saturday, family... Read More

Gena Rowlands, Acting Powerhouse and Star of Movies by Her Director-Husband, John Cassavetes, Dies

Gena Rowlands, hailed as one of the greatest actors to ever practice the craft and a guiding light in independent... Read More

Gena Rowlands, hailed as one of the greatest actors to ever practice the craft and a guiding light in independent cinema as a star in groundbreaking movies by her director husband, John Cassavetes, and who later charmed audiences in her... Read More

The Rev. James Lawson Jr., Civil Rights Leader Who Preached Nonviolent Protest, Dies at 95

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Rev. James Lawson Jr., an apostle of nonviolent protest who schooled activists to withstand brutal... Read More

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Rev. James Lawson Jr., an apostle of nonviolent protest who schooled activists to withstand brutal reactions from white authorities as the Civil Rights Movement gained traction, has died, his family said Monday. He was 95.... Read More

Allman Brothers Band Co-Founder and Legendary Guitarist Dickey Betts Dies at 80

Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, “Ramblin’ Man,” has died. He... Read More

Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, “Ramblin’ Man,” has died. He was 80. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer died at his home in Osprey, Florida, David Spero, Betts’ manager... Read More

OJ Simpson, Fallen Football Hero Acquitted of Murder in 'Trial of the Century,' Dies at 76

LAS VEGAS (AP) — O.J. Simpson, the decorated football superstar and Hollywood actor who was acquitted of charges he killed his... Read More

LAS VEGAS (AP) — O.J. Simpson, the decorated football superstar and Hollywood actor who was acquitted of charges he killed his former wife and her friend but later found liable in a separate civil trial, has died. He was 76. The... Read More

Louis Gossett Jr., 1st Black Man to Win Supporting Actor Oscar, Dies at 87

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and an Emmy winner for... Read More

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and an Emmy winner for his role in the seminal TV miniseries “Roots,” has died. He was 87. Gossett's nephew told The Associated Press that the actor... Read More

Humorously Morose Comedian Richard Lewis, Who Recently Starred on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' Dies at 76

NEW YORK (AP) — Richard Lewis, an acclaimed comedian known for exploring his neuroses in frantic, stream-of-consciousness diatribes while dressed... Read More

NEW YORK (AP) — Richard Lewis, an acclaimed comedian known for exploring his neuroses in frantic, stream-of-consciousness diatribes while dressed in all-black, leading to his nickname “The Prince of Pain,” has died. He was 76. Lewis, who revealed he had been... Read More

Charles Osgood, CBS TV and Radio Host and Network's Poet-in-Residence, Dies at 91

NEW YORK (AP) — Charles Osgood, a five-time Emmy Award-winning journalist who anchored “CBS Sunday Morning” for more than two... Read More

NEW YORK (AP) — Charles Osgood, a five-time Emmy Award-winning journalist who anchored “CBS Sunday Morning” for more than two decades, hosted the long-running radio program “The Osgood File” and was referred to as CBS News’ poet-in-residence, has died. He... Read More

Norman Lear, Producer of TV's 'All in the Family,' Has Died at 101

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Norman Lear, the writer, director and producer who revolutionized prime time television with "All in the... Read More

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Norman Lear, the writer, director and producer who revolutionized prime time television with "All in the Family," “The Jeffersons” and “Maude,” propelling political and social turmoil into the once-insulated world of TV sitcoms, has died. He... Read More

Retired Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, First Woman on Supreme Court, Has Died at Age 93

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, an unwavering voice of moderate conservatism and the first woman... Read More

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, an unwavering voice of moderate conservatism and the first woman to serve on the nation’s highest court, has died. She was 93. The court says she died in Phoenix on... Read More

Henry Kissinger, Secretary of State Under Presidents Nixon and Ford, Dies at 100

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, the diplomat with the thick glasses and gravelly voice who dominated... Read More

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, the diplomat with the thick glasses and gravelly voice who dominated foreign policy as the United States extricated itself from Vietnam and broke down barriers with China, died Wednesday, his consulting... Read More

Rosalynn Carter, Outspoken Former First Lady, Dead at 96

ATLANTA (AP) — Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, the closest adviser to Jimmy Carter during his one term as U.S. president and their... Read More

ATLANTA (AP) — Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, the closest adviser to Jimmy Carter during his one term as U.S. president and their four decades thereafter as global humanitarians, has died at the age of 96. The Carter Center said she died Sunday after... Read More

2022-11-29 15:46:18
by Dan McCue
Rep. Donald McEachin Dies Just Weeks After Winning Reelection

WASHINGTON — Rep. A. Donald McEachin, D-Va., an ardent champion for environmental justice and for policies to mitigate climate change,... Read More

WASHINGTON — Rep. A. Donald McEachin, D-Va., an ardent champion for environmental justice and for policies to mitigate climate change, died on Monday, just weeks after winning reelection to Congress. McEachin, who had been battling cancer and other health issues... Read More

2022-10-04 21:09:30
by Dan McCue
Former Congressman, Blue Dog Co-Founder, Bill Brewster Dies

MARIETTA, Okla. — Former Rep. Bill Brewster, who served three terms in Congress and was a co-founder of the Blue... Read More

MARIETTA, Okla. — Former Rep. Bill Brewster, who served three terms in Congress and was a co-founder of the Blue Dog Coalition of House Democrats, died Monday after a yearlong battle with cancer. He was 80. Brewster, a graduate of... Read More

2022-08-01 16:32:30
by Dan McCue
Samuel Sandoval, One of the Last ‘Navajo Code Talkers’ Dies

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Samuel Sandoval, one of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers, a band of Native American heroes who... Read More

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Samuel Sandoval, one of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers, a band of Native American heroes who transmitted messages during World War II using a code based on their native language, is dead. Sandoval reportedly died late... Read More

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