Obituary

14 articles

A distinguished elderly Asian actor, Patrick Tse, smiling gently, possibly holding a film award, representing a lifetime of cinematic achievement.
Film & TV

Patrick Tse, Iconic Actor, Dead at 89: Conflicting Reports Emerge

At 85, Patrick Tse won Best Actor at the Hong Kong Film Awards for 'Time', a triumph just four years before reports of his passing.

Julian Mercer·July 20, 2026
Sam Neill depicted in a cinematic style, referencing his iconic roles as Dr. Alan Grant in Jurassic Park and his performance in The Piano.
Film & TV

Sam Neill's iconic film and television roles remembered

Sam Neill, the actor who brought Dr.

Julian Mercer·July 14, 2026
Portrait of veteran actor Peter Van Norden, known for his roles in 'Police Academy 2' and 'The Naked Gun 2½', who has passed away at the age of 75.
Film & TV

Veteran actor Peter Van Norden dies at 75

Peter Van Norden, the actor who brought memorable characters to life in 'Police Academy 2' and 'The Naked Gun 2½', died peacefully on Thursday morning in a Southern California hospice facility at 75,

Julian Mercer·July 12, 2026
A meticulously recreated street scene from 1969 Los Angeles, featuring vintage cars and era-specific signage, representing the work of production designer Barbara Ling.
Production

Barbara Ling, 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' Designer, Dies

For Quentin Tarantino's 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,' production designer Barbara Ling meticulously recreated 1969 Los Angeles with a 12-week prep period, ensuring every era-specific sign and vehic

Victor Ren·July 12, 2026
A dignified portrait of veteran actor Joby Baker, capturing his warm smile and the essence of his long and successful career in film and television.
Film & TV

Veteran actor Joby Baker dies at 92 from natural causes

Veteran actor Joby Baker, a familiar face from 'Good Morning World' and 'Gidget,' passed away at 92, with initial reports noting his death occurred on June 22 of natural causes, according to Entertain

Julian Mercer·July 5, 2026
A director's chair sits empty on a darkened TV studio soundstage, bathed in soft light, symbolizing the passing of a legendary television comedy director.
Film & TV

James Burrows, TV Comedy Director, Dies at 85

James Burrows directed over 1000 episodes of hit TV shows, including every single episode of 'Will & Grace' from 1998 to 2020.

Julian Mercer·June 20, 2026
BAFTA-winning investigative reporter Roger Cook, known for his confrontational style, pictured in a classic journalistic setting.
Behind the Scenes

BAFTA-winning reporter Roger Cook dies, aged 83

Investigative reporter Roger Cook, who once sustained three broken ribs during a doorstep interview and was hospitalized around 30 times throughout his career, has died at 83 after a short illness, ac

Victor Ren·June 15, 2026
A vibrant, sun-drenched swimming pool scene evoking David Hockney's iconic style, with a touch of melancholy, symbolizing his artistic legacy and passing.
Creators

David Hockney, iconic British artist, dies at 88

David Hockney's 1972 masterpiece, Portrait of an Artist (Pool With Two Figures) , sold for $90.

Tara Collins·June 12, 2026
A somber, cinematic image representing Patrick Godfrey, with conflicting dates and ages, symbolizing the confusion surrounding his reported death.
Film & TV

Patrick Godfrey: Conflicting Death Reports Emerge

Veteran actor Patrick Godfrey, known for his role as Leonardo da Vinci in 'Ever After', has been reported dead by multiple outlets, yet his age at passing is cited as both 93 and 67, and his death dat

Julian Mercer·June 7, 2026
A cinematic depiction of a film editor's hands working on a reel of Star Wars film in a dimly lit editing suite, symbolizing Marcia Lucas's legacy.
Production

Lucasfilm mourns Star Wars editor Marcia Lucas

Before Star Wars became a global phenomenon, its iconic opening crawl and thrilling trench run were meticulously crafted in the editing suite.

Tara Collins·May 30, 2026
An empty stage with a single spotlight, representing the passing of actor Grizz Chapman, known for his role on '30 Rock'.
Behind the Scenes

Grizz Chapman, '30 Rock' Actor, Dies at 52

Actor Grizz Chapman, a familiar face from the hit NBC sitcom '30 Rock', died peacefully in his sleep at the age of 52.

Victor Ren·May 23, 2026
Silhouette of comic book legend Gerry Conway overlooking a cityscape populated by iconic characters he helped create, symbolizing his enduring impact.
Creators

Comic legend Gerry Conway, co-creator of The Punisher, dies at 73

Gerry Conway, the prolific writer who co-created The Punisher and transformed Carol Danvers into Ms.

Tara Collins·May 3, 2026
A symbolic representation of Len Strazewski's dual legacy as a prolific comic book writer and dedicated journalism educator, with elements of both creative and academic achievement.
Creators

Comic Book Writer Len Strazewski Dies at 71

In 2013, Len Strazewski estimated he had written between 160 and 200 comic books, a prolific output that quietly shaped major DC Comics storylines and characters while he simultaneously mentored gener

Tara Collins·April 29, 2026
A dignified portrait of actor Patrick Muldoon, remembering his impactful career in television and film.
Film & TV

Patrick Muldoon, Days of Our Lives actor, dies at 57

Actor Patrick Muldoon, known for his roles in 'Days of Our Lives' and 'Melrose Place,' died suddenly on Sunday, April 19, at the age of 57 from a heart attack.

Julian Mercer·April 21, 2026