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April 27, 2025 at 9:52 PM

'RuPaul's Drag Race' star Jiggly Caliente dead at 44

"RuPaul's Drag Race" star Jiggly Caliente has died at the age of 44.
April 27, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Jiggly Caliente attends International Drag Day at World Of Wonder on July 18, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
April 22, 2025 at 1:48 PM

Walter Frankenstein, who survived the Holocaust by hiding in Berlin, dies at 100

Walter Frankenstein, who survived the Holocaust by hiding in Berlin with his wife and infant children, has died
April 22, 2025 at 1:48 PM
FILE - In this Nov. 5, 2018 photo Walter Frankenstein poses for a photo at the orphanage memorial site for an interview with the Associated Press in Berlin. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber, File)
April 20, 2025 at 12:35 AM

Missouri State football standout Todric McGee dies at 21

Missouri State has announced the death of football player Todric McGee
April 20, 2025 at 12:35 AM
April 17, 2025 at 1:03 PM

Michelle Trachtenberg cause of death revealed

There was no autopsy performed, but toxicology test results gave additional clarity, according to the medical examiner’s office.
April 17, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Michelle Trachenberg arrives on the red carpet at the 26th Annual Film Independent Spirit Awards.
April 16, 2025 at 2:47 PM

Longtime TV game host Wink Martindale dies at 91

Throughout his 74 years behind the podium, Martindale either hosted or produced more than 20 game shows, including “Gambit” and “Tic-Tac-Dough.”
April 16, 2025 at 2:47 PM
VIDEO: Longtime TV game host Wink Martindale dies at 91
April 11, 2025 at 7:20 PM

Siemens exec and his family identified as victims in deadly Hudson helicopter crash

An executive of Siemens, a European technology company, his wife and young children were aboard the tourist helicopter that plunged into New York City's Hudson River.
April 11, 2025 at 7:20 PM
This October, 2022, file photo shows the helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River on April 10, 2025, in New York.
April 3, 2025 at 7:28 AM

Remembering "Top Gun" actor Val Kilmer, who died at age 65

Kilmer was one of Hollywood's biggest stars of the '80s and '90s with his roles in "Top Secret," "Top Gun," "Tombstone" and more.
April 3, 2025 at 7:28 AM
VIDEO: Remembering "Top Gun" actor Val Kilmer, who died at age 65
1 month ago

Actor Val Kilmer dies at 65

The star of '80s and '90s blockbusters including "Top Gun," "Batman Forever" and "Tombstone," has died, according to The Associated Press. He was 65.
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VIDEO: Actor Val Kilmer dies at 65
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Before his death at 65, Val Kilmer spoke out about his health

Actor Val Kilmer died at age 65 on April 1, according to his daughter.
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Val Kilmer at the World Premiere Of Wintuk Cirque du Soleil at the WaMu Theater in Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 7, 2007.
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Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' and 'Batman Forever' star, dies at 65

Kilmer was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2015 and underwent a tracheotomy, which made talking difficult for the actor.
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Actor Val Kilmer attends the "Fourth Dimension" premiere during the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival at the AMC Lowes Village on April 24, 2012 in New York City.
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Actor Val Kilmer dead at 65

The actor, best known for his roles in “Top Gun,” “Tombstone” and “The Doors,” died Tuesday in Los Angeles, his daughter told The New York Times.
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The actor, best known for his roles in “Top Gun,” “Tombstone” and “The Doors,” died Tuesday in Los Angeles, his daughter told The New York Times.
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Hollywood remembers Val Kilmer

The "Top Gun" social media account posted a tribute to the actor, who played Iceman in the original 1986 movie.
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VIDEO: Hollywood remembers Val Kilmer
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Celebrating Richard Chamberlain

The actor known for roles in the 1980s' television miniseries "Shōgun" and "The Thorn Birds" has died at the age of 90.
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VIDEO: Celebrating Richard Chamberlain
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Actor Richard Chamberlain of 'Shōgun' fame dies at 90

Actor Richard Chamberlain of 'Shōgun' fame died at 90 on Saturday.
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Actor Richard Chamberlain poses for a photo in 1970.
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16-year-old TikTok influencer with over 1 million followers dies

Joshua Blackledge, a teenage TikTok influencer, has died at the age of 16.
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TikTok influencer Joshua Blackledge, 16, died on March 18, according to an obituary from Noe-Brooks Funeral Home of Morehead City, North Carolina.
1 month ago

Remembering George Foreman

The heavyweight boxing champion and entrepreneur who captured a gold medal in the 1968 Olympics, has passed away at the age of 76.
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VIDEO: Remembering George Foreman
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Costa Rican officials suspect former Yankee's teen son died of 'food intoxication'

Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner and his wife, Jessica Gardner, has died, the couple announced.
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This undated photo posted by the New York Yankees on the social media site X shows 14-year-old Miller Gardner, the son of former Yankees players Brett Gardner, who died, Mar. 21, 2025, from a sudden illness while on a family vacation.
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Celebrating the life and legacy of George Foreman

The former heavyweight boxing champion died at the age of 76 on Friday.
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VIDEO: Celebrating the life and legacy of George Foreman
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George Foreman's death: Celebrities, friends and athletes remember the boxing legend

Foreman passed away at the age of 76 on Friday.
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In this July 22, 2015, file photo, George Foreman, former heavyweight boxing champion poses for a portrait at the George Foreman Youth and Community Center in Houston.
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George Foreman, heavyweight boxing champion, dies at 76

Former heavyweight boxing champion George Foreman, known as much for his gregarious personality as his vicious right hook, died Friday. He was 76 years old.
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Retired pro-boxer George Foreman arrives for the world premiere of "Big George Foreman: The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World," at Regal LA Live in Los Angeles, on April 26, 2023.
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Legendary Boxer George Foreman Dies

George Foreman, the legendary boxer, has died at 76. The two-time heavyweight champion became famous out of the boxing arena for his famous grills.
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VIDEO:  Legendary Boxer George Foreman Dies
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Melissa Gilbert pays tribute to late 'Little House on the Prairie' actor Jack Lilley

"Little House on the Prairie" star Melissa Gilbert shared a moving tribute to her co-star, Jack Lilley, who died at 91.
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Jack Lilley appears in this image.
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New details in Gene Hackman death

Authorities revealed actor Gene Hackman’s wife, Betsy Arakawa, called a concierge medical service on Feb. 12.
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VIDEO: New details in Gene Hackman death
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Democratic Rep. Raul Grijalva dies after battle with cancer

Grijalva had served in the House since 2003 and was a former co-chair of the House Progressive Caucus.
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House Natural Resources Chairman Raul Grijalva speaks at a news conference Mar. 28, 2022.
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Remembering One Direction star Liam Payne

Payne, 31, died after falling from the third floor of his hotel room in Argentina on Oct. 16, 2024, according to state police.
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Payne, 31, died after falling from the third floor of his hotel room in Argentina on Oct. 16, 2024, according to state police.
2 months ago

Gene Hackman’s and wife's cause of death revealed

Legendary actor Gene Hackman's wife died of hantavirus and the actor died of cardiovascular disease, according to the New Mexico medical examiner.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Gene Hackman’s and wife's cause of death revealed
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Gene Hackman died of heart disease; his wife died of hantavirus: Investigators

Actor Gene Hackman died of heart disease at his home in New Mexico, just one week after his wife, Betsy Arakawa, passed away from hantavirus complications, authorities said Friday.
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VIDEO: Gene Hackman died of heart disease; his wife died of hantavirus: Investigators
2 months ago

Dolly Parton speaks out after death of husband, Carl Dean

The country singer penned a "love note to family, friends and fans," thanking them for their support after her husband of nearly 60 years died earlier this week.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Dolly Parton speaks out after death of husband, Carl Dean
2 months ago

'Everybody Loves the Sunshine' musician Roy Ayers dies at 84

"Everybody Loves the Sunshine" singer Roy Ayers has died at 84, according to his family.
2 months ago
Roy Ayers perfroms onstage during the Bayfront Miami Jazz Festival 2021 at Bayfront Park on April 30, 2021 in Miami, Florida.
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Dolly Parton says 'words can't do justice to the love' after husband dies

Dolly Parton announced in a heartbreaking note on social media that Carl Dean, her husband of nearly 60 years, has died.
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A framed photo of Dolly Parton and her husband Carl Dean stands on a table top while Parton was interviewed by ABC News in Nov. 2023.
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Gene Hackman and his wife test negative for carbon monoxide poisoning

Authorities believe they can rule out carbon monoxide as a possible cause of death for Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 65. The couple were found dead at their Santa Fe home on Thursday.
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VIDEO: Gene Hackman and his wife test negative for carbon monoxide poisoning
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Gene Hackman and wife test negative for carbon monoxide

Officials in Santa Fe, New Mexico, provided an update into the investigation of the 'suspicious' death of actor Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 65, on Friday.
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VIDEO: Gene Hackman and wife test negative for carbon monoxide
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Gene Hackman, wife found dead under 'suspicious' circumstances: Authorities

Legendary actor Gene Hackman, 95, his 65-year-old wife Betsy Arakawa and one of their dogs were found dead in separate rooms at their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home on Wednesday.
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VIDEO: Gene Hackman, wife found dead under 'suspicious' circumstances: Authorities
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A look at Gene Hackman's prolific career

The legendary actor was known for a variety of iconic roles throughout his career.
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VIDEO: A look at Gene Hackman's prolific career
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'No obvious sign or indication of foul play' in Hackman death: Sheriff

Authorities also said they have not ruled out foul play yet in the death of Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa.
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Authorities also said they have not ruled out foul play yet in the death of Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa.
2 months ago

Michelle Trachtenberg’s death prompts search for answers

The Hollywood Reporter’s Chris Gardner discusses the investigation into the death of the 39-year-old actress who recently underwent a liver transplant.
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VIDEO: Michelle Trachtenberg’s death prompts search for answers
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Michelle Trachtenberg's family objects to autopsy, cause of death undetermined

The cause and manner of Michelle Trachtenberg’s death are undetermined, according to the New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
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Actress Michelle Trachtenberg attends the 28th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party on Feb. 9, 2020, in West Hollywood, Calif.
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Award-winning actor Gene Hackman dies at 95

Gene Hackman's illustrious acting career included many versatile roles from Detective Jimmy "Popeye" Doyle in "The French Connection" and comic villain Lex Luthor in "Superman."
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VIDEO: Award-winning actor Gene Hackman dies at 95
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Sarah Michelle Gellar pays tribute to 'Buffy' co-star Michelle Trachtenberg

Sarah Michelle Gellar is paying tribute to her late "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" co-star Michelle Trachtenberg after her tragic death at age 39.
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In this March 20, 2008 file photo, Michelle Trachtenberg, left, and Sarah Michelle Gellar arrive at the "Buffy Reunion" presented by the 25th Annual William S. Paley Television Festivalin Los Angeles.
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Actor Gene Hackman dies at 95

The two-time Oscar-winning actor and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead alongside a dog in their New Mexico home on Wednesday afternoon, local law enforcement told ABC News.
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VIDEO: Actor Gene Hackman dies at 95
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Actress Michelle Trachtenberg dies at 39

Police sources say the “Gossip Girl” and “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” actor's death is not suspicious and she is believed to have died from natural causes.
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VIDEO: Actress Michelle Trachtenberg dies at 39
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'Buffy' and 'Gossip Girl' actress Michelle Trachtenberg dead at 39

Michelle Trachtenberg, an actress best known for her roles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Gossip Girl," has died at age 39.
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Michelle Trachenberg attends Herve Leger Spring 2009 at The Promenade, Bryant Park on September 7, 2008 in New York City.
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Remembering actress Michelle Trachtenberg

ABC News contributor Kelley L. Carter discusses Michelle Trachtenberg's impact on young fans who grew up watching her.
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Remembering actress Michelle Trachtenberg
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'Buffy' and 'Gossip Girl' actress Michelle Trachtenberg dies aged 39

Trachtenberg was found dead in her New York City apartment by her mother on Wednesday, police sources told ABC News. She had a liver transplant and may have experienced complications, sources said.
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VIDEO: 'Buffy' and 'Gossip Girl' actress Michelle Trachtenberg dies aged 39
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Actress Michelle Trachtenberg dies at 39

The actress is best known for her roles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Gossip Girl."
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The actress is best known for her roles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Gossip Girl."
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Actress Michelle Trachtenberg dead at 39

Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in “Harriet the Spy” and “Gossip Girl,” has died. She was 39. Trachtenberg is believed to have died of natural causes, police sources told ABC News.
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VIDEO: Actress Michelle Trachtenberg dead at 39
2 months ago

Iconic singer Roberta Flack dies at the age of 88

The five-time Grammy winner, whose signature voice and soulful interpretations of songs like "Killing Me Softly with His Song" catapulted her to the top of the charts and influenced generations.
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VIDEO: Iconic singer Roberta Flack dies at the age of 88
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Roberta Flack honored with powerful tributes from Dionne Warwick and more

Dionne Warwick, Jennifer Hudson, Rev. Al Sharpton, Kelly Rowland and more are mourning the loss of the Grammy winning singer Roberta Flack.
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Roberta Flack at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City, New York.
2 months ago

Andrew Lester dies while awaiting sentencing for shooting of Ralph Yarl

Andrew Lester, the man who pleaded guilty to felony assault in the second degree for the shooting of Ralph Yarl, died while awaiting sentencing.
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Booking photo provided by the Clay County, Mo., Sheriff's Office of Andrew Lester.
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Hayden Panettiere says 'the pain isn't quantifiable' 2 years after brother's death

Hayden Panettiere shares moving tribute to her late brother Jansen Panettiere two years after his death.
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Hayden Panettiere and her brother Jansen Panettiere appear in this photo Hayden Panettiere shared on instagram