Casey Kasem Dies at 82
By K.C. Blumm Casey Kasem has died at the age of 82. The legendary radio star and voice actor had been suffering from dementia and passed away on Sunday, according to a post on his daughter’s Facebook page. “Early this…
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Ruby Dee Dead: Legendary Actress And Civil Rights Activist Dies At 91
Ruby Dee (née Wallace; October 27, 1922 – June 11, 2014) was an American actress, poet, playwright, screenwriter, journalist and activist. She is perhaps best known for co-starring in the film A Raisin in the Sun (1961) and the film…
Krishan (Kishu) Devidas Chandiramani, has died
Former president of the St. Kitts-Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce (CIC), Krishan (Kishu) Devidas Chandiramani, has died, less than 24 hours after he was honoured by the organisation at its annual banquet. Chandiramani, 72, was also a past president…
Poet and Author Maya Angelou Dead at 86
Dr. Maya Angelou passed quietly in her home before 8:00 a.m. EST. Her family is extremely grateful that a loss of acuity or comprehension did not belabour her ascension. She lived as a teacher, activist, artist and human being. She…
Marie Davis Pierre: Former House Speaker in Dominica Dies
RODEAU – Marie Davis Pierre, the first Dominican female appointed Speaker of the Dominica House of Assembly, has died. Pierre served as Speaker from August 1980 to December 1988. Dame Mary Eugenia Charles appointed her to that position in 1980…
Actor Matthew Cowles Dies at 69
The actor and playwright, who played Billy Clyde Tuggle in US soap All My Children for 13 years, passed away on Thursday (May 22) at age was 69. The husband of The Good Wife actress Christine Baranski passed away on…
Rubin Hurricane Carter: Wrongfully Convicted for Murder Died
US former boxer Rubin “Hurricane” Carter, whose wrongful conviction for murder caused an international outcry, has died at the age of 76. His friend and former co-defendant, John Artis, confirmed that he died Sunday at his home in Toronto, Canada.…
James Rebhorn: Prolific Actor of ‘Homeland’ Fame is Dead at 65
The entertainment industry is mourning the loss of one of its most talented and respected actors, James Rebhorn, who passed away at 65. Rebhorn, who appeared in over 100 television shows and films throughout his career, was perhaps best known…
Former Canadian Finance Minister dead at 64
(CHCH story) The House of Commons suspended its sitting before question period, as they learned of Flaherty’s death. Opposition MP’s also offered their condolences to Flaherty’s colleagues. Flaherty is being remembered as an astute politician, and dear friend by officials…
Ultimate Warrior, WWE hall of fame dead at 54
The Ultimate Warrior, the retired U.S. professional wrestler who just days ago was inducted into the WWE hall of fame, has died at the age of 54. The WWE released a statement on its website saying it is “deeply saddened”…
Mickey Rooney Dead — Legendary Actor Dies at 93
Mickey Rooney was born Joe Yule Jr. on September 23, 1920, in Brooklyn, New York. He first took the stage as a toddler in his parents vaudeville act at 17 months old. He made his first film appearance in 1926.…
John Pinette March 23, 1964 – April 5, 2014
John Pinette (/pɨˈnɛt/ pə-NET; March 23, 1964 – April 5, 2014) was an American actor and stand-up comedian. He toured the comedy club circuit beginning in the 1980s and appeared in cinema and on television. Besides stand-up, Pinette did impressions…
