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Frustrated "American Pickers" star Frank Fritz lost will to live, says pal

Frustrated "American Pickers" star Frank Fritz lost will to live, says pal

Frank Fritz died from complications of a stroke on September 30 while in hospice care. He was 60 years old.

By Billie Schwab Dunn On 10/10/24 at 8:41 AM EDT

Flaming Lips collaborator dies at 17 as band member's daughter disappears

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Flaming Lips collaborator dies at 17 as band member's daughter disappears

As The Flaming Lips mourn Nell Smith's death at 17, they're also desperately searching for Steven Drozd's 16-year-old daughter.

By Michelle McGahan On 10/8/24 at 11:47 AM EDT

Whitney Houston's mother Cissy Houston dead at 91

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Whitney Houston's mother Cissy Houston dead at 91

The mother of the late Whitney Houston has sadly passed away.

By Jane LaCroix On 10/7/24 at 4:21 PM EDT

Sam Neill's "heartbreaking" Kris Kristofferson admission as co-star dies

Sam Neill's "heartbreaking" Kris Kristofferson admission as co-star dies

The two actors starred alongside each other in the TV mini-series "Amerika" and the movie "Molokai: The Story of Father Damien."

By Billie Schwab Dunn On 9/30/24 at 8:09 AM EDT

Kris Kristofferson never thought he'd live past 30 amid ex Joplin's death

Kris Kristofferson never thought he'd live past 30 amid ex Joplin's death

During the 1960s and '70s, Kris Kristofferson was a heavy drinker, during which time he was also dating fellow singer Janis Joplin.

By Billie Schwab Dunn On 9/30/24 at 5:27 AM EDT

Kris Kristofferson's passing sparks wave of star-studded tributes

Kris Kristofferson's passing sparks wave of star-studded tributes

Legendary country singer-songwriter and actor Kris Kristofferson died at 88 in Maui on Saturday, according to a spokeswoman.

By Adeola Adeosun On 9/29/24 at 10:06 PM EDT

Fans react to 'Harry Potter' actress Maggie Smith's death

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Fans react to 'Harry Potter' actress Maggie Smith's death

The beloved 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey' actress has passed away at 89.

By Jane LaCroix On 9/27/24 at 10:55 AM EDT

Maggie Smith tributes pour in as "Harry Potter" and "Downton" star dies

Maggie Smith tributes pour in as "Harry Potter" and "Downton" star dies

The veteran actress passed away at the age of 89 on Friday morning, her sons have announced.

By Ryan Smith On 9/27/24 at 9:49 AM EDT

Shifty Shellshock's official cause of death revealed

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Shifty Shellshock's official cause of death revealed

The LA County medical examiner has officially revealed the Crazytown singer's cause of death.

By Sophie Hessekiel On 9/24/24 at 6:20 PM EDT

Nicole Kidman suffers devastating loss

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Nicole Kidman suffers devastating loss

Nicole Kidman left the Venice Film Festival audience — as well as fans, friends and followers — in shock after the announcement of her sudden loss.

By Michelle McGahan On 9/13/24 at 2:29 PM EDT

'Star Wars' and 'Lion King' legend James Earl Jones dies at 93

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'Star Wars' and 'Lion King' legend James Earl Jones dies at 93

The EGOT winner passed away on Monday, September 9, at the age of 93.

By Michelle McGahan On 9/9/24 at 5:01 PM EDT

Matthew Perry book "disturbing to read", says 'Friends' favorite

Matthew Perry book "disturbing to read", says 'Friends' favorite

Actor Adam Goldberg played Chandler Bing's temporary roommate Eddie on 'Friends.'

By Megan Cartwright On 9/9/24 at 7:41 AM EDT

Rapper Rich Homie Quan who rose to fame with Young Thug dead At 34

Rapper Rich Homie Quan who rose to fame with Young Thug dead At 34

Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan rose to fame working with Young Thug.

By Erin Keller On 9/5/24 at 6:29 PM EDT

Lawyer for 'The Ketamine Queen' breaks silence about Matthew Perry case

Lawyer for 'The Ketamine Queen' breaks silence about Matthew Perry case

Lawyer Mark Geragos tells Newsweek that his client 'Ketamine Queen' Jasveen Sangha has nothing to do with Matthew Perry's fatal overdose.

By Erin Keller On 9/5/24 at 2:23 PM EDT

Candace Cameron Bure shares devastating family loss

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Candace Cameron Bure shares devastating family loss

Candace Cameron Bure broke the news of a heartbreaking family tragedy on social media.

By Maggie Ekberg On 9/5/24 at 12:39 PM EDT

Mariah Carey's Statement as Mother and Sister Die on Same Day

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Mariah Carey's Statement as Mother and Sister Die on Same Day

The singer revealed that she has tragically lost two family members in one day.

By Jane LaCroix On 8/26/24 at 7:16 PM EDT

Matthew Perry dealer's text indicates "consciousness of guilt": attorney

Matthew Perry dealer's text indicates "consciousness of guilt": attorney

Five people, including two doctors, have been arrested in connection with the "Friends" star's death.

By Ryan Smith On 8/22/24 at 6:24 AM EDT

New details emerge about Richard Simmons' cause of death

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New details emerge about Richard Simmons' cause of death

New details have come to light regarding the fitness icon's death back in July.

By Jane LaCroix On 8/21/24 at 2:36 PM EDT

Phil Donahue dead: Legendary talk show host was 88

Phil Donahue dead: Legendary talk show host was 88

'The Phil Donahue Show' host was 88.

By Erin Keller On 8/19/24 at 9:49 AM EDT

Shannen Doherty's mom speaks out after actress' death to continue legacy

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Shannen Doherty's mom speaks out after actress' death to continue legacy

The actress's mother Rosa spoke out on her daughter's podcast for the first time since her passing.

By Jane LaCroix On 8/16/24 at 12:13 PM EDT

Matthew Perry "froze up" from ketamine injection 16 days before he died

Matthew Perry "froze up" from ketamine injection 16 days before he died

Martin Estrada, U.S. Attorney for the Central District of California, revealed new details about the "Friends" star's death.

By Megan Cartwright On 8/16/24 at 11:27 AM EDT

Four suspects arrested over killing of Johnny Wactor—What we know

Four suspects arrested over killing of Johnny Wactor—What we know

The "General Hospital" actor was shot and killed in May.

By Shannon Power On 8/16/24 at 2:40 AM EDT

Matthew Perry paid dealers $2k per vial of ketamine before death: officials

Matthew Perry paid dealers $2k per vial of ketamine before death: officials

Perry allegedly paid doctors $2,000 for a $12 vial of ketamine before his fatal overdose in October.

By Erin Keller On 8/15/24 at 2:40 PM EDT

Arrests made in connection with Matthew Perry's death

Arrests made in connection with Matthew Perry's death

Two doctors and Matthew Perry's assistant are among five people charged in connection with the Friends actor's death.

By Billie Schwab Dunn On 8/15/24 at 10:02 AM EDT

Matthew Perry and Teri Hatcher's Hinge texts a year before he died

Matthew Perry and Teri Hatcher's Hinge texts a year before he died

Hatcher, who played Perry's girlfriend in "The Odd Couple," has revealed how she and the late actor had similar experiences on the popular dating app.

By Ryan Smith On 8/15/24 at 3:33 AM EDT

Who is Salvatore Strazzullo? High profile celeb lawyer found dead in car

Who is Salvatore Strazzullo? High profile celeb lawyer found dead in car

Salvatore Strazzullo famously defended a stripper who sold photos of boxing legend Oscar de la Hoya wearing women's lingerie.

By Erin Keller On 8/13/24 at 2:39 PM EDT

Chilling update in 'General Hospital' star Johnny Wactor's unsolved murder

Chilling update in 'General Hospital' star Johnny Wactor's unsolved murder

Johnny Wactor was shot in Los Angeles by men trying to steal the catalytic converter off his car.

By Erin Keller On 8/5/24 at 9:57 AM EDT

Reality TV star Erica Ash dead at 46

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Reality TV star Erica Ash dead at 46

Erica Ash, 46, notably appeared in BET's parody series 'Real Husbands of Hollywood.'

By Erin Keller On 7/29/24 at 4:55 PM EDT

Guns N' Roses legend Slash reveals stepdaughter dead at 25

Guns N' Roses legend Slash reveals stepdaughter dead at 25

The late Lucy-Bleu Knight is the daughter of Slash's longtime partner, Meegan Hodges.

By Erin Keller On 7/22/24 at 4:36 PM EDT

Lisa Kudrow can "enjoy" 'Friends' now Matthew Perry's died

Lisa Kudrow can "enjoy" 'Friends' now Matthew Perry's died

The actress appeared on Monday's episode of the "Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast" to discuss her time on the hit show

By Billie Schwab Dunn On 7/22/24 at 12:36 PM EDT