She won an Oscar for her performance as a timid school teacher in 1971's "The Last Picture Show" and her work on television earned her an astounding eight Emmy wins. I will surely miss him," Chiba's manager Timothy Beal told Insider. He was previously married to Elita Georgiades and Marike de Klerk. Born in Brooklyn, NY in 1926, he graduated from NYU and started as a janitor at the DuMont Television Network, working his way through at first as a studio assistant, then as a cameraman on "The Honeymooners" and "Captain Video and Rose Lee Maphis was born on December 29, 1922 in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. He was previously married to Shannon Gaughan. He died on November 13, 2021 in Tarzana, California, USA. He was previously married to Nomalizo Leah Shenxane. The London-born Leicester-bred son of Barbadian parents who came to Britain in the 1950s, actor, writer, poet and storyteller Victor Richards has been perfectly positioned throughout his life to observe and commentate on the trials and tribulations, joys and sorrows of British West Indian culture Henry chose to help aspiring actors improve their craft, instead of continuing with his movie career. Jerry Douglas was born on November 12, 1932 in Chelsea, Massachusetts, USA. Actor | But he had a slew of memorable roles on the small and big screen. ", That then followed with Emmy nominations for his roles in the 2015 movie "Bessie," the 2016 limited series "The Night Of," and the 2019 limited series "When They See Us. DMX died on April 9, a week after having a heart attack at his home in New York. Ruth Prins was born on October 20, 1920 in Sioux City, Iowa, USA. He was previously married to Abbie. "We all know him as the Hall of Fame coach of the Oakland Raiders and broadcaster who worked for every major network, but more than anything, he was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.". He followed that with working with his brother on his movies. After a long battle with cancer, Gregg Leakes has passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by all of his children, very close loved ones and wife NeNe Leakes," a representative for the couple told Insider. Flynt died of heart failure on February 10. Jan. 17, 1922-Dec. 31, 2021 Enlarge Image Beloved actress Betty White died at age 99 on Dec. 31, 2021. "His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.". He was first diagnosed with cancer in 2018 and then said in 2019 that he was, at the time, cancer-free. Downey Sr. was a pioneer of the experimental filmmaking scene in New York City during the 1960s. For nearly 60 years Watts was the quiet backbone of one of the biggest bands in the world. He was an actor, known for Contract on Cherry Street (1977), The Clay Cole Show (1959) and Upbeat (1964). His parents were emigrants who hailed from an area near Casale Monferrato, a region noted for its viticulture, in Piedmont, Italy. The bassist, along with lead guitarist Billy Gibbons, were known best for sporting long beards and stetson hats. "A working actor for over six decades, her greatest pleasure was bringing joy to others through her storytelling both on screen and off. (1963) and Beat-Club (1965). J.A.E. He did it with a love of the game and a colorful personality that led to him showing up in several movies and TV shows. He was previously married to Sigrid Insull and Marycarolyn Linda Elizabeth "MiMi" Hawkins. She was an actress and writer, known for West Side Story (1961), Seems Like Old Times (1980) and Operation Petticoat (1977). With Asner's loud roar of a voice and stocky stature, he spent his career playing a wide range of characters that were often intimidating but over time would prove he had a kind center. With nearly 40 novels published, Rice will go down as one of the most popular gothic writers of all time. Hutchins died shockingly on the set of her latest movie "Rust" when a prop gun fired by Alec Baldwin killed her and injured the director. She died on December 23, 2021 in Manhattan, New York City, New York Yvonne Wilder was born on September 21, 1937 in Bronx, New York, New York, USA. NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service. ", In movies he's best known for are his commanding performances in movies like "Wall Street," "The Firm," and most memorably playing Deep Throat in 1976's "All the President's Men.". Hutchins was a rising star in the cinematography world. Beatty died of natural causes on June 13 at his home in LA surrounded by his family and those close to him, the Associated Press reported. Shock G's eye for talent was also realized when he brought on a then unknown Tupac Shakur to be a roadie for the band and then a background singer. He also created the HBO shows Big Little Lies and Sharp Objects. Sondheim's work also found success beyond Broadway. ", Mekka is best known for playing the lovable Carmine "The Big Ragu" Ragusa on "Laverne & Shirley. "Today, the Leakes family is in deep pain with a broken heart. Sondheim was one of the most treasured composers-lyricists that ever graced Broadway. He died on November 6, 2021 in Spokane, Washington, USA. It also launched several sequels. He died on December 28, 2021 in Pleasanton, California, USA. He died on November 27 at his home in Newhall, California, according to his brother Warren Mekjian. "Michael loved live music, cheering on his Clemson Tigers, and would often find himself in fun and unplanned adventures.". This Grammy-nominated producer died due to a sudden accident in Athens, Greece. This iconic actor was known best for his Emmy-winning performance as Lou Grant on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show.". Always a fixture on stage between TV and movie gigs, Stockwell's highlight was starring in the 1957 Broadway production of "Compulsion." It resulted in Hill and the rest of his bandmates being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004. Tyson starred in several of his movies. Character actor Art LaFleur was born on September 9, 1943 in Gary, Indiana. She had her first screen test offer on her 12th birthday and went on to star in several films before she Georgiade, a Greek-American, quit school in 1948 and joined the United States Army, lying about his age. He was a casting director and producer, known for The Prophecy (1995), Feast (2005) and The Game (1997). She was an actress, known for Dangerous Ground (1997), Stander (2003) and African Express (1990). Williams would then go on to have an impressive career in movies, TV, and the stage. Moving to Los Angeles in the late 2000s, she attended UCLA's Professional Producing program and was a graduate of the AFI Conservatory, which in 2019 named her a raising star. He was previously married to Mara del Refugio Abarca Villaseor. The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. Alec Monteath was born in 1941 in Doune, Perthshire, Scotland, UK. His vaudevillian father was a replacement Curly in the original production of "Oklahoma!". Madden died on December 28, no cause was given. Always in our hearts. He also promoted the false theory that former president Barack Obama was not born in the US, something that Donald Trump also subscribed to before he became president. He had memorable roles movies like "Network" (which earned him an Oscar nomination), "All the President's Men," "Rudy," and "Toy Story 3" (voicing Lotso). The group's mix of funk and jazz arrangements has become one of the popular, influential, and heavily sampled sounds in contemporary music and has been featured in several film soundtracks, including "Saturday Night Fever," "Rocky," and Quentin Tarantino's "Pulp Fiction. After receiving his MFA in acting from UCLA, he quickly entered the business and grabbed roles in top shows of the 1980s like "China Beach," "Perry Mason," and "Matlock.". He died on February 8, 2021 in Los Angeles, California, USA. The year took a lot from us, as the pandemic continued and the number of people who died from COVID in the US alone surpassed 800,000 in December. Holbrook died at his home in Beverly Hills on January 23. He was previously married to Elizabeth Dole and Phyllis Eloise Holden. He was previously married to Andi Francis , Marsha Garbowitz and Kathy Izzo. Billy Hinsche was born on June 29, 1951 in Manila, Philippines. Graeme's sound and personality [are] present in everything we did together and thankfully that will live on," the band's current lead singer and guitarist, Justin Hayward, wrote on the band's website. She was an actress, known for Videodrome (1983), Urban Legend (1998) and Funeral Home (1980). He received an outstanding writing Emmy nomination with the rest of the writers of "SNL" in 1980. "To think that she lived for 96 years and I got to be a part of the last 16 brings me great joy," he continued. Stockwell is known best for playing Admiral "Al" Calavicci in the hit sci-fi TV series "Quantum Leap" in the early 1990s. Peter Scolari. He was an actor and director, known for What's Your Raashee? The controversial publisher came into prominence in the early 1970s when he created the pornographic magazine, Hustler. [38] (death announced on this date) Bassma Kodmani, 64, Syrian academic and political dissident, cancer. The band, which was formed in 1964, had a revolutionary sound which has stood the test of time thanks to iconic songs like "Nights in White Satan" and "Tuesday Afternoon." Tyson died on January 28, the cause of death was not announced. Archive Photos/Movie Pix via Getty Images, Stan Moore/Leigh Weiner/Walt Disney Television/Getty, Clarence Willaims III in "The Mod Squad. He was previously married to Juliette. He died on May 26 after being hit by a car while biking, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles. Plummer died on February 5, no cause was given. "Michael Constantine, the dad to our cast-family, a gift to the written word, and always a friend," she wrote. "With infinite love we announce that Michael Nesmith has passed away this morning in his home, surrounded by family, peacefully and of natural causes," his family said in a statement to Rolling Stone. A boxer in high school, he continued in the service. One of the founders of legendary 1980s hip-hop group, Digital Underground, Shock G (born Greg Jacobs) would be forever known to rap fans for his alter ego Humpty Hump, who was the inspiration for the rap anthem "The Humpty Dance.". ", Born in Spokane, Washington, and grew up in Caldwell, Idaho. She died on December 31, 2021 in Los Angeles, USA. White's career spanned more than seven decades. Through his art and humanity, he touched all of our hearts and his legendary life will endure for all generations to come.". He was a writer and producer, known for Martin (1992), The Show (1996) and Saturday Night Live (1975). Started his acting career as a child actor, Stockwell starring alongside the likes of Frank Sinatra and Errol Flynn. LaFleur died on November 17 after battling Parkinson's for 10 years. Larry King 1933 -2021 Veteran television and radio personality Larry King died Jan. 23. On August 2 Pickett death happened suddenly as he was preparing to shoot a scene for the movie "Treasure Valley," Travis Mills, the movie's director, said on the movie's Facebook page. His other credits include "Changing Lanes," starring Ben Affleck and Samuel L. Jackson; "Venus," which earned Peter O'Toole an Oscar nomination; "Morning Glory," starring Harrison Ford, Rachel McAdams, and Diane Keaton; and "My Cousin Rachel" starring Rachel Weisz. His song "Send In the Clowns" from "A Little Night Music" won song of the year at the Grammys in 1975. He died on October 18, 2021 in Camarillo, California, USA. She died on December 25, 2021 in the John Madden was born on April 10, 1936 in Austin, Minnesota, USA. A veteran of the stage, television, and movies, McCrory is best known for playing Narcissa Malfoy in the final three "Harry Potter" films. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Will Ryan began a career in music. Reuven Bar-Yotam was born on December 15, 1935. He was a composer and actor, known for The Blob (1958), The Box (2009) and 4D Man (1959). The youngest of five children, he was raised by a retired United States Air Force captain father and a homemaker mother. Prince Philip, the husband to Queen Elizabeth II, became the longest-serving British consort in history. He died on October 28, 2021 in Galway, Connacht, Ireland. Singer Whitney Houston also died in early 2021, as did singer Prince. From the original "Superman" in 1978 starring Christopher Reeve to "The Goonies" and the "Lethal Weapon" franchise, Donner's storytelling has touched generations. Focused on a lady's man (Van Peebles) who turns into a hero in the neighborhood after he goes on the run following an encounter with white police officers, the movie went on to earn over $15 million and proved to Hollywood that Black-focused stories could be profitable. Scolari, a revered actor of the stage and screen, died on October 22 at age 66 after a two-year battle with cancer. He had bit parts in movies like 1983's "Dr. Detroit" and 1987's "Dragnet." He directed Black List, C.R.A.Z.Y., The Young Victoria, Wild, Dallas Buyers Club, Los Locos, Loser Love and Caf de Flore. He did not have to lie submerged in pain. He died on November 21, 2021 in the USA. getty TV's perennial Golden Girl. Nia Vardalos, the writer and star of "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," paid tribute to Constantine on Twitter upon hearing of his death. Olga Kennard, 98, Hungarian-born British crystallographer, founder of the Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre. New deaths articles are added to their respective month (e.g., Deaths in March 2023) and then linked here. Jean-Marc Valle was a Canadian filmmaker, editor and screenwriter from Montreal. Then in 1988 the "John Madden Football" video game was born and has now become such a phenomenon it's simply known as just "Madden. They couldn't stay away from each other for long. He was a writer and producer, known for Diff'rent Strokes (1978), Small Wonder (1985) and Goddess of Love (1988). His most recognizable role was playing Babe Ruth in 1993 classic "The Sandlot. From Prince Philip and DMX to Harry Reid and John Madden, 2021 was a year full of loss. 2022 also came with celebrity deaths that have fans reeling. Gwyneth Guthrie was born on April 28, 1937 in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland, UK. With a naturalistic approach that seemed to elevate the actors he worked with, Valle's style was one that was unique and grabbed the attention of both big and small screen audiences. Before comedy clubs existed, Sahl began performing at the hungry i music club in San Francisco in the early 1950s. He was an actor, known for Our Story Our Voice (2007), 24 Peaces and Jock the Hero Dog (2011). No cause was given. Most easily identified by his trademark blue wool hat with pompom, Nesmith fashioned a diversified career within music and also in film. Starring in movies like 1971's "Walkabout," 1976's "Storm Boy," the "Crocodile Dundee" franchise, and 2002's "Rabbit-Proof Fence" made him a beloved actor in the country and brought a much-needed spotlight to the world on Aboriginal culture. She died on December 15, 2021 in Garden City, Michigan, USA. He is best-known for the hundreds of songs he has written for artists such as Anita Baker ("You Bring Me Joy"), Maxine Nightingale ("Lead Me On"), Patti LaBelle ("Come What May", "I Don't Go Shopping"), Aretha Franklin Singer, composer, heartthrob, pioneer--all are accurate descriptions of Robert Michael Nesmith. He died on November 20, 2021 in Henderson, Nevada, USA. He was previously married to Juanita Wair Jackson. She was an actress, known for Dick Tracy (1950), The Jolson Story (1946) and Prehistoric Women (1950). "34 years ago almost to the day we had a wild idea we can be a hip-hop band and take on the world through it all," wrote Digital Underground co-founder Jimi "Chopmaster J" Dright in tribute to Shock G on Instagram. "It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh," the palace said in a statement obtained by Insider. Sadly, these famous people who died in 2021 will remain in our memories. Philip died on April 9, according to Buckingham Palace. She was a writer and actress, known for Forgive Me (2013), The Candy Show (2012) and Big Pride (2020). He died on January 16 of natural causes according to California state prison officials inside the San Joaquin General Hospital. Throughout the latter half of the 20th century, Sondheim composed and wrote lyrics for several of Broadway's most original and iconic musicals, including "Company," "Follies," "Sweeney Todd," "Sunday in the Park with George," "Into the Woods," and "Assassins.". On Oct. 29, 2021, Turner Sports broadcaster Ernie Johnson took to Instagram to share that he and wife Cheryl's son Michael Johnson one of four children they adopted had died at 33. He was also a decent tenor whose voice was used for the part of Larry Sellers was a Native American actor and stuntman of Osage and Cherokee descent and an adopted member of the Lakota nation. And Wright's singing of Oscar-winning song "Under the Sea" and nominated "Kiss the Girl" helped make the movie into an instant classic. "Thank you, Scolari, for every chat between set ups, every hug onscreen and off and every 'Oh, Jeez.' The latter, who was her faithful companion for nearly 14 years, died in January 2021. He later starred in the movie adaptation. "In the late 1960s we became the group that Graeme always wanted it to be, and he was called upon to be a poet as well as a drummer," Hayward continued. Carmen Salinas was born on October 5, 1939 in Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico. Michell died on September 22, his cause of death is unknown. Samuel E. Wright's Trinidadian-accent turned Ariel's cautious sidekick in the 1989 animated movie into one of Disney's most memorable characters from that era of releases. He received two Tony awards, two Emmys, a best supporting actor Oscar for his performance in the 2010 drama "Beginners" at the age of 82 (making him the oldest person ever to win an Academy Award), and had a slew of memorable roles in movies including playing Mike Wallace in "The Insider" and a wealthy author in "Knives Out. Garson co-starred as con man Mozzie on USA Network's "White Collar," from 2009 to 2014. (2006) and Looking for Mr. Goodbar (1977). Over the decades she won the National Book Award, the American Academy of Arts & Letters Gold Medal in Criticism and Belles Letters, the National Medal of Arts and Humanities, and the PEN Center USA's Lifetime Achievement Award. The band was created at the height of The Beatles' popularity and became superstars thanks to being on the hit NBC series "The Monkees" in which Nesmith, along with bandmates Davy Jones, Peter Tork, and Micky Dolenz did silly comedy while performing chart-topping songs. He is widely recognized as one of the most skilled drummers of all time. In 2009 he founded his production company, Feed Your Head Productions. The year 2021 was a sad year for celebrity deaths. (2009), Two Cubes Pls (2013) and Ssshhhh Koi Hai (2001). Macdonald died on September 14 from cancer, which he had been battling for close to a decade, according to his longtime producing partner Lori Jo Hoekstra. Celebrities who died in 2021 Jason Guerrasio Updated Betty White. She was lead singer of a female rock band in NYC in 1970, the Margo Lewis Explosion. ", according to his longtime producing partner Lori Jo Hoekstra, complications of a stroke she had six days prior. "We will forever be connected to that 'Blues Shuffle in C.' You will be missed greatly, amigo.". Mason died on July 24 after being hospitalized for more than two weeks at Mt. The son of a signwriter, Bristol-born Robert John ('Bob') Baker studied painting and animation at art college. Joe Siracusa was born on February 3, 1922 in Cleveland, Ohio, USA. He was also Emmy nominated for the comedy series "Newhart. One of the early architects of the Hollywood blockbuster, director Richard Donner's filmography is a legendary one. No cause was given. After wowing audiences on the Broadway stage in the mid-1960s (earning a Tony nomination along the way), Clarence Williams III found mainstream stardom playing Linc Hayes in the hit TV series "The Mod Squad," which ran from 1968 to 1973. We say goodbye to . She died on December 9, 2021 in Mexico City, Mexico. He died on November Young Dolph was born on July 27, 1985 in Chicago, Illinois, USA. He died on October 13, 2021 in New Sarpy, Louisiana, USA. She was an actress, known for Take the High Road (1980), Postmortem (1998) and BBC Sunday-Night Theatre (1950). Doris Day 5. With close to 170 credits under his belt, you more than likely saw Art LaFleur in at least a movie or TV show in your life. She was previously married to John Gregory Dunne. "His message of triumph over struggle, his search for the light out of darkness, his pursuit of truth and grace brought us closer to our own humanity DMX was nothing less than a giant. Recently, he also played Fred Goldman, the father of Ronald Goldman in the FX mini-series, "The People v. O.J. The South African-born director was known for his work in movies, TV, and theatre. The thick glasses with fake big nose turned the Humpty character into rap's first comedic icon. He was previously married to Marvella Price and Evangeline Carmichael. ", Director David Lynch cast him in his 1984 adaptation of "Dune," and later chose him to played Ben in 1986's "Blue Velvet," in which he performs a memorable lip-synch of Roy Orbison's "In Dreams.". Dustin Diamond died on February 1 at age 44 after a. Made for $50,000 from a loan Van Peebles got from Bill Cosby when the studios passed on it, Van Peebles starred, directed, wrote, edited, composed the music, and shot it over 19 days. The success of the book would lead to 13 more novels known as "The Vampire Chronicles. Aaron would end his career with 755 home runs (a record that would hold until Barry Bonds surpassed it in 2007). His legend will live on forever.". "The world knew him as Gunther (the seventh 'Friend'), from the hit series 'Friends,' but Michael's loved ones knew him as an actor, musician, cancer-awareness advocate, and loving husband," Toni Benson, Tyler's manager, wrote in a statement provided to AP. Anne Rice began life in New Orleans as Howard Allen O'Brien, named after her father, as the second of four daughters of Howard and Katherine Allen O'Brien. He died on December 8, 2021 in Inglewood, California, USA. "She could make you laugh or cry at the drop of a hat. Garson was known best for playing talent agent Stanford Blatch, best friend of Sarah Jessica Parker's Carrie Bradshaw, in the HBO series "Sex and the City.". He did his pre college training at George School, Newtown, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, then was in a class of 50 at Williams College majoring in music as an undergraduate distinguishing himself by writing a book, lyrics and music for two college shows based on the adaption of 'Beggar on Horseback'. Lou Cutell was born on October 6, 1930 in New York City, New York, USA. Among those who have died in the past 12 months were some well-known figures, including Virgil Abloh and Michael K. Williams. Brother of Dan Aykroyd, Peter was a former cast member and writer for "Saturday Night Live.". ", Siravo mainly found work in theater, where he was part of Tony Award-winning productions of "Oslo" and "The Light in the Piazza." He died on December 28, 2021 in Santa Monica, California, USA. He was an actor, known for Jesus Henry Christ (2011), The Taming of the Shrew (1988) and The Comedy of Errors (1989). Indigenous Australian actor David Gulpilil found fame in the late 1970s "new wave" of Aussie filmmaking and then built an impressive on-screen career. He was an actor and writer, known for Shake Back (2020), J Stone Feat. "He delivered that beautifully and brilliantly, while creating an atmosphere and setting that the music would never have achieved without his words.". He died on December 26, 2021 in Cape Town, South Dick Carson was born on June 4, 1929 in Clarinda, Iowa, USA. Having been the director of photography on movies "Archenemy," "Snowbound," "Darlin,'" "Blindfire" and "The Mad Hatter," she was praised by those who worked with her thanks to a creative eye and dedication to her craft. Themsie Times was born in 1951 in Gqeberha [formerly Port Elizabeth], South Africa. Journey to the Center of the Earth. Leachman began her seven-decade career as a Miss America contestant in 1946 followed by. In Memoriam: Notable people who died in 2021 + Betty White, 99 Beloved comedic actress Betty White's decadeslong career spanned generations. He died on December 22, 2021 in Hayward, Wisconsin, USA. That is most prevalent in one of his final best-known performances voicing the character of Carl in the Pixar classic, "Up. "Even though Betty was about to be 100, I thought she would live forever," Jeff Witjas, White's longtime agent and friend, told People magazine at the time of her death. She was born on September 2, 1940 to Lawrence and Doris Trickett, in Kansas City, Kansas. show host for "David The Gladiator" show which was on Saturday nights from 8:00-10:00p.m. The cause of death was not made public. She died on January 7, 2021 in Woodland Hills, California, USA. Spector's daughter, Nicole Audrey Spector said he died due to complications of COVID-19. As one of the faces of the "New Journalism" movement in the 1960s and 1970s, Didion's work became a major staple in the era. "She died as she lived. She was previously married to Joe Maphis. Always such a pleasure to have on set.
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