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Pawling N.Y. — James Earl Jones, whose acting career was every bit as rich and resonant as the iconic bass voice that gave sinister malevolence to Darth Vader in the “Star Wars” films, died Sept 9 at his home here. He was 93. A native of Arkabutla, Mississippi, Jones was raised by […] NEW YORK CITY — Phil Donahue, whose pioneering daytime talk show launched an indelible television genre, died at his home here after a long illness. He was 88. Dubbed “the king of daytime talk,” Donahue was the first to incorporate audience participation in a talk show, typically during a full hour with […] Soviet and Russian production designer Konstantin Zagorsky died August 18. He was 91 and was the winner of many awards, including the USSR State Prize in the field of literature, art and architecture (1982), Honored Artist of the RSFSR (1988), People’s Artist of the Russian Federation (1997). MSTies might have seen […] BEVERLY HILLS, CALIF. — Model and actress Peggy Moffitt, who became a 1960s mod icon, died here August 10. She was 86. MSTies will recall her role as Flo in the movie in episode 601- GIRLS TOWN. Variety has the story. Thanks Gordon and Tim for the heads up. […] CLEARWATER, FLA. — Juan Antonio “Chi-Chi” Rodríguez (age 88), (aka “Chy-chy Rodragweez”) died here August 8. He was an eight-time PGA Tour winner and one of the most charismatic and beloved figures in pro golf. MSTies will remember that he was mentioned in a host segment in episode 504- SECRET AGENT SUPER […] |
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