Fatality: 2021

[rootabaga]

James Michael Tyler, best known for his turn as Gunther on “Friends,” has died of prostate cancer at only 59. He chose to appear in the HBO reunion this year only via Zoom because he didn’t want to bring a downer to the event…nice guy to the last.

RIP, Mr. Tyler, and thanks for pulling shots, and not always being in the background as you shared your talents and entertained people. Condolences to your wife, family, friends, fans and loved ones.

 

[Milo Williamson]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walter_Herbert_(manager) This one flew underneath the radar.

 

[Milo Williamson]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camille_Saviola

 

[lunatic59]

Dean Stockwell, age 85.

I always enjoyed his performances.

https://deadline.com/2021/11/dean-stockwell-dead-quantum-leap-star-1234870413/

 

[rootabaga]

Dean Stockwell, age 85.

I always enjoyed his performances.

https://deadline.com/2021/11/dean-stockwell-dead-quantum-leap-star-1234870413/

I liked Dean. He understood his craft and played well in all his roles (at least all the ones I saw).
I also enjoyed him in Quantum Leap, it was a pretty good show and he was a big part of it.

RIP, Mr. Stockwell, and thanks for sharing your talents.

 

[rootabaga]

Drummer Graeme Edge, co-founder of The Moody Blues, has left us at 80; no cause of death was given.

RIP, Graeme, and thanks for all the great music. See you some Tuesday Afternoon in the future…

Additional condolences to @MoodyBlues…

 

[olbriar]

Love me some Moody Blues tunes. It is sad to see any of the group pass.
RIP Mr. Edge and thanks for all of the great music.

 

[Milo Williamson]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Frishberg

Rest in peace Dave, thanks for composing School House Rock.

 

[Milo Williamson]

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0390994/

 

[rootabaga]

Just heard that Stephen Sondheim has passed suddenly at age 91 (no disrespect intended, but that’s about the only thing a 91-year-old can do suddenly).

RIP, Mr. Sondheim, and thanks for sharing your massive talent for so long. Broadway (and musical theater lovers) will miss you.

 

[olbriar]

Long time politician and WWII veteran Bob Dole passed away today.
RIP

 

[MoodyBlues]

Long time politician and WWII veteran Bob Dole passed away today.
RIP

I stopped reading this thread some time ago, only popping in recently when I heard my name. But I had to come here today to express my condolences to Bob Dole's family and friends.

He and I may have been on opposite sides of the political spectrum, but at least he wasn't a zealot with a closed-minded attitude. He could, and did, often work with BOTH sides of the aisle. He was a war hero and gentleman. While I'm saddened by his death, I celebrate the 98 years he had, in which he brilliantly and selflessly served his country. RIP, Mr Dole.

 

[rootabaga]

If you’re old enough you will know the name Mike Nesmith. He has died of natural causes at 78.

RIP, Mr. Nesmith, and thanks for all the entertainment.

Rolling Stone article: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/monkees-michael-nesmith-dead-1270079/amp/

 

[lunatic59]

Oh no!

That explains all the Monkeys songs on the radio today.

 

[joe71]

I liked Dean. He understood his craft and played well in all his roles (at least all the ones I saw).
I also enjoyed him in Quantum Leap, it was a pretty good show and he was a big part of it.

RIP, Mr. Stockwell, and thanks for sharing your talents.

Quantum leap was one of my favorite shows in the 80's and 90's but the series finale left me confused

 

[Deleted User]

If you’re old enough you will know the name Mike Nesmith. He has died of natural causes at 78.

RIP, Mr. Nesmith, and thanks for all the entertainment.

Rolling Stone article: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/monkees-michael-nesmith-dead-1270079/amp/

Wow - he also wrote Different Drum for an early Linda Ronstadt and the Stone Poneys.

I learned the story of his awesome mother last year.

Rest in Peace.

 

[ocnbrze]

just saw that Ann Rice past away today:
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/12/12/books/anne-rice-dead.html

Lestat is one of my favorite literary characters of all times.

i did not know that "Interview with a Vampire" was her very first novel.

 

[Deleted User]

Sally Ann Howes

aka Truly Scrumptious

from my favourite movie as a child Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, passes away at 91.

I admit I had forgotten about her all these decades. Also in another big movie of the time: My Fair Lady.

Peacefully in her sleep.
Rest in Peace


https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59753882

 

[olbriar]

She was truly scrumptious. RIP and thanks for sharing your talents.

Last night I was viewing old movies on TCM and caught their end of the year tribute to the celebs and contributors to the music and movie industry. It's always a good watch and there are always a few that escape this yearly thread. We have lost a lot of talent since this thread's inception. Though paid to entertain they all did their jobs well. I've been entertained and I thank them.

 

[Milo Williamson]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Floaters Awww...

 

[lunatic59]

Desmond Tutu, 90

"If an elephant has its foot on the tail of a mouse and you claim to be neutral, the mouse will not appreciate your neutrality."

Thank you for all your good works, your Excellency.

 

[rootabaga]

John Madden has called his last game at 85.

RIP, Mr. Madden. There’s far too much that might be said, so I’ll just say thanks for all you did for the game.

https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/28/sport/nfl-legend-john-madden-dies-spt/index.html

 

[olbriar]

He definitely left his mark on the game. RIP

 

[rootabaga]

…and today also marked the passing of former Sen. Harry Reid, who died at 82 following a years-long fight with pancreatic cancer.

As with Madden, there’s much that might be said, so RIP, Mr. Reid. Thanks for serving your citizenry.

 

[Bearsyzf]

R.I.P John Madden, the man literally was a Positive affect for Football. i just watched his documentary on Christmas Day .... So sad.