Cleo Sylvestre, the groundbreaking British actress and singer, passed away at 79, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy of firsts in entertainment. Sylvestre made history in 1964 as the first female vocalist to record with The Rolling Stones, performing the single “To Know Him Is to Love Him” with the rising stars. However, her career soon… Continue reading Cleo Sylvestre: Trailblazing Actress and First Female Vocalist to Record with The Rolling Stones Passes Away at 79
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Betty A. Bridges, Beloved Actress and Teacher, Dies at 80
Betty A. Bridges, a cherished actress and influential acting teacher, has passed away at the age of 80. Bridges, who gained recognition for her guest roles on popular TV shows, was also a dedicated educator and manager. Bridges began her acting career in the mid-1970s, around the same time her son, Todd Bridges, was rising… Continue reading Betty A. Bridges, Beloved Actress and Teacher, Dies at 80
Comedy Legend Mitzi McCall Passes Away at 93
Mitzi McCall, the pioneering comedian, actress, and sitcom writer known for her trailblazing work in television and comedy, has died at the age of 93. McCall, who was one-half of the iconic comedy duo “McCall and Brill” alongside her husband Charlie Brill, made her mark with a career that spanned over five decades. She appeared… Continue reading Comedy Legend Mitzi McCall Passes Away at 93
‘Star Trek’ and ‘Beef’ Actress Patti Yasutake Dies at 70
Patti Yasutake, the actress best known for her role as Nurse Alyssa Ogawa in the “Star Trek” franchise, has passed away at the age of 70. Yasutake died following a battle with cancer, as confirmed by her family. Her career spanned decades, with notable performances in television series such as “Beef” and in the “Star… Continue reading ‘Star Trek’ and ‘Beef’ Actress Patti Yasutake Dies at 70
‘Black Panther’ Actress Connie Chiume Dies at 72
Connie Chiume, the beloved South African actress best known for her role as the wise elder Zawavari in the “Black Panther” films, has passed away at the age of 72. Chiume died on Tuesday in Johannesburg, South Africa, after an illness, as confirmed by her family. She was a cherished figure both in her home… Continue reading ‘Black Panther’ Actress Connie Chiume Dies at 72
Erica Ash, Beloved Comedian and Actress, Dies at 46
Erica Ash, renowned for her roles on “Mad TV” and “Survivor’s Remorse,” has passed away at the age of 46. Ash, a dynamic talent known for her work as a comedian, actress, and singer, died on July 28, 2024, in Los Angeles after a courageous battle with cancer. Ash began her career as a cast… Continue reading Erica Ash, Beloved Comedian and Actress, Dies at 46
Trailblazing Actress Cheng Pei-Pei Passes Away at 78
Cheng Pei-Pei, the acclaimed actress known for her pioneering role in Asian martial arts cinema, has died at the age of 78. Cheng, who gained international fame for her role in the 2000 film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, passed away on Thursday in the San Francisco Bay area. Her death follows a battle with a… Continue reading Trailblazing Actress Cheng Pei-Pei Passes Away at 78
Legendary French Actress Yvonne Furneaux Passes Away at 98
285 Yvonne Furneaux, the acclaimed French actress known for her roles in Federico Fellini’s La Dolce Vita and Roman Polanski’s Repulsion, has died at the age of 98. She passed away on July 5, 2024, at her home in North Hampton, New Hampshire, due to complications from a stroke. Furneaux, born on May 11, 1926,… Continue reading Legendary French Actress Yvonne Furneaux Passes Away at 98
Hollywood Mourns: ‘The Shining’ Star Shelley Duvall Passes Away at 75
Shelley Duvall, the beloved actress known for her iconic role in “The Shining,” has passed away at the age of 75. Duvall died on Thursday, July 11, at her home in Blanco, Texas, as confirmed by her partner, Dan Gilroy. Duvall’s career spanned several decades and included memorable performances in films such as “Nashville,” “Annie… Continue reading Hollywood Mourns: ‘The Shining’ Star Shelley Duvall Passes Away at 75
‘Dallas’ Star Pat Colbert Passes Away at 77
162 Pat Colbert, the actress celebrated for her role as Dora Mae in the iconic 1980s soap opera “Dallas,” has died at the age of 77. Colbert passed away peacefully on June 23 at her home in Compton, California. Her death was confirmed by her younger sister, Tami Colbert. Born and raised in Compton, Pat… Continue reading ‘Dallas’ Star Pat Colbert Passes Away at 77