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Post by bluetornados on Jan 4, 2024 23:22:55 GMT
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Post by bluetornados on Jan 5, 2024 15:00:40 GMT
David Soul: Starsky & Hutch actor dies aged 80..By Charlotte Gallagher, Culture correspondent.i2-prod.dailyrecord.co.uk/incoming/article31815706.ece/ALTERNATES/s810/0_01HKD0BG0D8RDXZAGMSS1F35H1.jpgActor David Soul, best known for his role in the television series Starsky & Hutch, has died at the age of 80. His wife, Helen Snell said he died on Thursday "after a valiant battle for life in the loving company of family. "He shared many extraordinary gifts in the world as actor, singer, storyteller, creative artist and dear friend," she said. "His smile, laughter and passion for life will be remembered by the many whose lives he has touched." The US-born actor was best known for his role as Detective Kenneth "Hutch" Hutchinson in the classic crime-solving series Starsky & Hutch. He starred opposite Paul Michael Glaser in the series, which ran from 1975 to 1979. He and Glaser reprised their roles in the 2004 remake Starsky & Hutch, starring Ben Stiller as Starsky and Owen Wilson as Hutch. Soul was also known for his roles in Here Come The Brides, Magnum Force and The Yellow Rose. The actor and singer, who was married five times, was jailed in the 1980s for attacking his then wife, Patti Carnel Sherman. people.com/thmb/F0R4bYgpc-m5Rtwm7GkGaOCzTLY=/750x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(434x139:436x141):format(webp)/starsky-and-hutch-022223-1-b9d5ae889bd3452d89d8dedc5ae5248d.jpgBefore he found fame as an actor, Soul started his professional career as a folk singer, warming up audiences for stars like Frank Zappa, the Byrds, and the Lovin' Spoonful. He picked up an interest in music as a teenager in Mexico, where his father was a professor at a college for young diplomats. There, he was befriended by a group of radical students who gave him a guitar and taught him the indigenous songs of Mexico. Upon his return to the US, he found some success playing those songs around Minneapolis - but it was only when he donned a mask and hid his face that his career really took off. As "The Covered Man", he was signed by the William Morris Agency and appeared on the TV talk show circuit, including multiple appearances on the highly-rated Merv Griffin show. But when he decided to lose the mask and reveal himself, bookings dwindled and he turned to acting instead. Later, after the success of Starsky & Hutch, he returned to music, putting out four albums of soft rock ballads in the late 1970s. They produced two UK number one singles, Silver Lady and Don't Give Up On Us, snapped up by adoring fans of his TV persona. A New York Times review of his first post-fame concert in 1977 described "camera‐wielding teenage girls charging the stage" amidst "the flicker of hundreds of exploding flashcubes and a continual squealing". The fervour ended after his spell in jail and rehab, after which he only recorded one further album - 1997's self-released Leave a Light On.
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Post by trymer on Jan 5, 2024 16:03:02 GMT
David Soul: Starsky & Hutch actor dies aged 80..By Charlotte Gallagher, Culture correspondent.i2-prod.dailyrecord.co.uk/incoming/article31815706.ece/ALTERNATES/s810/0_01HKD0BG0D8RDXZAGMSS1F35H1.jpgActor David Soul, best known for his role in the television series Starsky & Hutch, has died at the age of 80. His wife, Helen Snell said he died on Thursday "after a valiant battle for life in the loving company of family. "He shared many extraordinary gifts in the world as actor, singer, storyteller, creative artist and dear friend," she said. "His smile, laughter and passion for life will be remembered by the many whose lives he has touched." The US-born actor was best known for his role as Detective Kenneth "Hutch" Hutchinson in the classic crime-solving series Starsky & Hutch. He starred opposite Paul Michael Glaser in the series, which ran from 1975 to 1979. He and Glaser reprised their roles in the 2004 remake Starsky & Hutch, starring Ben Stiller as Starsky and Owen Wilson as Hutch. Soul was also known for his roles in Here Come The Brides, Magnum Force and The Yellow Rose. The actor and singer, who was married five times, was jailed in the 1980s for attacking his then wife, Patti Carnel Sherman. people.com/thmb/F0R4bYgpc-m5Rtwm7GkGaOCzTLY=/750x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(434x139:436x141):format(webp)/starsky-and-hutch-022223-1-b9d5ae889bd3452d89d8dedc5ae5248d.jpgBefore he found fame as an actor, Soul started his professional career as a folk singer, warming up audiences for stars like Frank Zappa, the Byrds, and the Lovin' Spoonful. He picked up an interest in music as a teenager in Mexico, where his father was a professor at a college for young diplomats. There, he was befriended by a group of radical students who gave him a guitar and taught him the indigenous songs of Mexico. Upon his return to the US, he found some success playing those songs around Minneapolis - but it was only when he donned a mask and hid his face that his career really took off. As "The Covered Man", he was signed by the William Morris Agency and appeared on the TV talk show circuit, including multiple appearances on the highly-rated Merv Griffin show. But when he decided to lose the mask and reveal himself, bookings dwindled and he turned to acting instead. Later, after the success of Starsky & Hutch, he returned to music, putting out four albums of soft rock ballads in the late 1970s. They produced two UK number one singles, Silver Lady and Don't Give Up On Us, snapped up by adoring fans of his TV persona. A New York Times review of his first post-fame concert in 1977 described "camera‐wielding teenage girls charging the stage" amidst "the flicker of hundreds of exploding flashcubes and a continual squealing". The fervour ended after his spell in jail and rehab, after which he only recorded one further album - 1997's self-released Leave a Light On. I was just reading about him,married 5 times,an alcoholic who went to prison for attacking his then wife when she was 7 months pregnant..... |
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Post by trymer on Jan 5, 2024 16:07:56 GMT
Derek Draper a political crony of Blair,Mandelson etc has died after a long illness caused by covid,involved in TWO political scandals... been praised by Blair today though.
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Post by bluetornados on Jan 5, 2024 17:17:35 GMT
Derek Draper a political crony of Blair,Mandelson etc has died after a long illness caused by covid,involved in TWO political scandals... been praised by Blair today though. Kate Garraway today revealed that her husband Derek Draper has died aged 56 and told how she held his hand 'throughout the last long hours and when he passed'. The Good Morning Britain star, 56, announced the death of her husband of 18 years on Instagram this morning and said: 'Rest gently and peacefully now Derek, my love, I was so lucky to have you in my life.' Derek suffered a heart attack before Christmas following a long battle with Covid. Mr Draper was a former researcher for Blairite Peter Mandelson who became a New Labour spin doctor and later retrained as a psychotherapist after a series of political and lobbying scandals. Former prime minister Gordon Brown led tributes today. Mr Brown tweeted: 'So sad that after such a brave struggle Derek Draper has lost his life as a result of Covid. I will remember him as brilliant, creative and multitalented, and our thoughts are with Kate, Darcey and Billy. RIP Derek'. Sir Tony Blair said: 'I am so sad to hear the news about Derek. My heart goes out to Kate and their children William and Darcey. 'It is extraordinary and remarkable that Derek survived so long after the ravages of Covid. And that was in large measure due to the love Derek had for his family and they for him. This also says something very special about Derek. 'He was a tough sometimes ruthless political operative, a brilliant adviser and someone you always wanted on your side. 'But underneath that tough exterior he was a loving, kind, generous and good natured man you wanted as a friend. 'He was an important part of the New Labour story, at the centre of things right at the beginning. But most important of all, he was a good colleague and great friend. And we will miss him deeply.' |
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Post by bluetornados on Jan 7, 2024 22:20:41 GMT
Sir Roy Calne: Pioneering Cambridge surgeon dies aged 93..By Lewis Adams, BBC News, Cambridgeshire.ichef.bbci.co.uk/images/ic/640x360/p01h7zcc.jpgPioneering British surgeon Prof Sir Roy Calne, who undertook the UK's first successful liver transplant operation, has died at the age of 93. Sir Roy led the operation at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge in 1968, a year after the US's first successful liver transplant. The world-leading surgeon, who died of heart failure overnight on Saturday, received a Pride of Britain award for his life's work. His son Russell said he was "an incredible person to have as a father". "He was an amazing character, a slight eccentric and a wonderful father to six children," Mr Calne said. "We were all very, very proud of him for everything he has achieved and done, and we've been to some amazing places due to his accolades." Born in Richmond, Surrey, Sir Roy was educated at Lancing College before having his medical training at Guys Hospital in London. He was the first to use drugs to help stop the rejection of donated organs and this led to a major expansion of organ grafting worldwide. Sir Roy's work saw him elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1974 and knighted in 1986. The following year, he undertook the world's first liver, heart and lung transplant with the Royal Papworth Hospital's John Wallwork. He collected numerous accolades including the Pride of Britain award for lifetime achievement in 2014.
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Post by trymer on Jan 8, 2024 17:16:47 GMT
Just been mentioned on radio that Franz Beckenbauer has died,fantastic player.
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Post by bluetornados on Jan 9, 2024 5:56:50 GMT
JPR Williams: Wales and British and Irish Lions legend dies aged 74..
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John Peter Rhys Williams, known simply as JPR, made his Wales debut as they beat Scotland 17-3 at Murrayfield in the 1969 Five NationsWales and British and Irish Lions rugby legend JPR Williams has died at the age of 74. The former London Welsh, Bridgend and Barbarians full-back was synonymous with Wales and the Lions' glories of the 1970s. Williams captained Wales and Bridgend, winning 55 caps for his country. During historic triumphant Lions tours to New Zealand in 1971 and 1974 in South Africa, Williams accumulated eight Test caps. A statement from the Williams family said: "JPR died peacefully today at the University Hospital of Wales surrounded by his loving wife and four children, after a short illness, bravely battling bacterial meningitis. "The family request privacy at this difficult time." Williams won three Five Nations Grand Slams - in 1971, 1976, and 1978. He stepped away from international rugby in 1981, but continued to play rugby on occasion before finally retiring in 2003. ichef.bbci.co.uk/onesport/cps/800/cpsprodpb/7891/production/_132256803_shutterstock_editorial_3120812a.jpg
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Post by bluetornados on Jan 12, 2024 15:11:33 GMT
Annie Nightingale: Trailblazing Radio 1 DJ dies aged 83..By Ian Youngs & Noor Nanji, BBC News.
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Radio 1 DJ Annie Nightingale, the station's first female presenter, who went on to become its longest-serving host, has died at the age of 83.Nightingale joined the station in 1970 and remained the only woman on the line-up for 12 years. She was known for her passion for a wide range of music, championing everything from prog rock and punk to acid house and grime. She remained on air until late last year with Annie Nightingale Presents. Nightingale was also known for co-hosting BBC Two music show The Old Grey Whistle Test. Tributes have been flooding in for Nightingale, with the DJ Annie Mac saying she was "a trailblazer, spirited, adventurous, fearless, hilarious, smart, and so good at her job". In a statement on Instagram, she added: "This is the woman who changed the face and sound of British TV and radio broadcasting forever. You can't underestimate it." BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball said she was "heartbroken" at the news, adding: "She loved music like no other, she sought out the tunes and artists that shaped our lives, she interviewed them all, opening doors for musicians, DJs and broadcasters alike." ichef.bbci.co.uk/images/ic/640x360/p0h4p374.jpgThe news of Nightingale's death was announced on BBC Radio 1, with presenter Mollie King saying she had "really championed female talent". "I think I can say I speak for myself and other women in broadcasting when I say we owe her an immense amount of gratitude for everything she has done." Tim Davie, director-general of the BBC, called Nightingale a "uniquely gifted broadcaster". He continued: "As well as being a trailblazer for new music, she was a champion for female broadcasters, supporting and encouraging other women to enter the industry. We will all miss her terribly." ichef.bbci.co.uk/images/ic/640x360/p0h4p666.jpgichef.bbci.co.uk/images/ic/640x360/p0h4p67p.jpg
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Post by trymer on Jan 23, 2024 14:42:59 GMT
Tommy Baldwin a member of the great Chelsea team has died, I had forgotten that he had played for Arsenal before being transferred to Chelsea.........very sad news
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Post by bluetornados on Jan 23, 2024 16:14:38 GMT
Adding to Trymers post - Tommy Baldwin: Former Chelsea forward, who won FA Cup and Cup Winners' Cup, dies aged 78..
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Tommy Baldwin helped Chelsea win the FA Cup for the first time and lift their first European trophy
Former Chelsea forward Tommy Baldwin has died aged 78 following a long illness. Baldwin began his career at Arsenal, moving to Stamford Bridge in 1966 in a part-exchange for George Graham. He scored 92 goals in 239 appearances and was a key player in the first Chelsea side to win the FA Cup in 1970. The following season, he helped the club lift a first European trophy as they beat Real Madrid after a replay in the Cup Winners' Cup final in Greece. Baldwin also played in the 1967 FA Cup final and 1972 League Cup final defeats by Tottenham and Stoke. He left Chelsea in the mid-1970s, becoming one of a host of players from England to feature in the high-profile North American Soccer League.
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Post by trymer on Jan 26, 2024 16:38:57 GMT
Melanie the American folk singer has died.
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Post by bluetornados on Jan 26, 2024 17:34:05 GMT
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Post by oldie on Jan 26, 2024 19:45:14 GMT
The whole nation is in mourning.
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Goodbye Ruby Tuesday
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Post by bluetornados on Feb 2, 2024 23:16:41 GMT
Jonnie Irwin: Escape to the Country and A Place in the Sun host dies aged 50..By Andre Rhoden-Paul & Daniel Rosney, BBC News.
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Jonnie found fame as the host of Channel 4's property show A Place In The Sun and presented over 200 episodes between 2004-2021
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His former A Place In The Sun co-presenter Jasmine Harman led tributes and shared some heartfelt words on social media TV presenter Jonnie Irwin, who fronted property shows Escape to the Country and A Place in the Sun, has died. Irwin, 50, was diagnosed with terminal cancer in 2020 after the disease had spread from his lungs to his brain. A statement on his Instagram announcing his death said he touched "the lives of so many with his kindness, warmth and infectious spirit". Irwin was initially given six months to live, but defied the odds and made his illness public after two years. At the time he said he hoped his diagnosis would inspire people to "make the most of every day". "It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Jonnie's passing," said a statement on the account where he used to post updates on his health. "A truly remarkable soul, he fought bravely against cancer with unwavering strength and courage." Freeform Productions, the production company behind A Place in the Sun, said, in a statement on X: "Jonnie was a much-loved part of the A Place in the Sun family and for more than 18 years he brought joy, wit and bundles of energy to the show. "We will miss him terribly." Jasmine Harman, his long-time co-presenter on the Channel 4 show, wrote a fulsome tribute on Instagram to the man she shared the screen with for nearly two decades, recalling his "incredible ability to connect with people". "I have never admired you more than over the last few years as you've faced life with cancer with positivity, determination and bloody mindedness," she wrote. "The world is a little darker today without you, but I will always smile when I think of you." The BBC described Irwin as an "extraordinary man and wonderful presenter". "He brought such warmth and fun to Escape To The Country where he was a firm favourite with not just viewers, but the production team too," head of BBC daytime Rob Unsworth said. "More recently, he did some truly inspirational reports for Morning Live about his illness, tackling taboos around end-of-life care and wonderfully demonstrating the limitless positivity that he brought to everything he did." Channel 4 said he helped "realise the dreams of many on the show and inspired countless viewers to find their own place in the sun".
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Post by bluetornados on Feb 4, 2024 23:29:25 GMT
Barry John: Legendary Wales and Lions fly-half dies aged 79..i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/04/17/80833725-13044113-image-a-42_1707069160096.jpgThe former Wales and British and Irish Lions fly-half died peacefully in hospital, his family announced. John, who was nicknamed The King by New Zealand journalists after he inspired the Lions' famous 1971 Test series victory over the All Blacks, won 25 Wales caps between 1966 and 1972. He also played in five Lions Tests on their 1968 and 1971 tours, before retiring from rugby at the age of 27. A statement released by John's family read: "Barry John died peacefully today at the University Hospital of Wales surrounded by his loving wife and four children. i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/04/17/80833489-0-image-a-1_1707068178150.jpg"He was a loving dad to his 11 grandchildren and a much-loved brother." John played his club rugby for Llanelli and then Cardiff, where he struck up a half-back partnership with Gareth Edwards that went on to flourish for Wales and the Lions. John was partnered by Edwards in 23 of his Wales international appearances, plus all five Lions Tests - one against South Africa and four against New Zealand. Another star of Welsh rugby's golden era, full-back JPR Williams, died four weeks ago. Jonathan Davies, one of the most renowned Welsh players of the 1980s and 1990s, paid tribute to John, writing on X: "RIP Barry - another one of my heroes sadly gone.' i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2019/02/20/22/10068386-6726533-John_earned_25_Wales_caps_and_five_Lions_caps_before_retiring_ea-a-12_1550701932980.jpg
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Post by bluetornados on Feb 5, 2024 12:46:21 GMT
Ian Lavender: Dad's Army and Eastenders star has died aged 77..By Noor Nanji, Culture reporter.i2-prod.mirror.co.uk/incoming/article28876894.ece/ALTERNATES/s1200e/1_jwr_mga_200916pike1.jpgThe Dad's Army actor Ian Lavender, who played Private Pike in the hit TV series, has died at the age of 77. Birmingham-born Lavender was just 22 when he was cast as the guileless platoon member, in what was then a new BBC sitcom. But it made him a household name, and he ended up spending 10 years as part of the comedy classic. Lavender, who died on Friday, was the last surviving main cast member of the series. He went on to have a successful acting career, with most fans knowing him best from his time in EastEnders. Ian joined the BBC One soap in 2001 as Derek Harkinson, a gay friend of Pauline Fowler. The actor appeared in more than 200 episodes and then later returned as a guest to Albert Square in 2016. Ian appeared in his last episode in 2017, before it was announced he would not be returning to the show. It would be the last time Ian ever made a TV appearance. i2-prod.mirror.co.uk/incoming/article11711508.ece/ALTERNATES/r500/0_MAIN-Eastenders.jpg
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Post by bluetornados on Feb 13, 2024 18:04:27 GMT
Steve Wright: BBC Radio 2 presenter dies aged 69..By Steven McIntosh, Entertainment reporter.i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/13/17/81217003-13079303-image-m-102_1707845003524.jpgDJ Steve Wright, who presented programmes for BBC Radio 1 and Radio 2 for more than four decades, has died at the age of 69. His family confirmed his death "with deep sorrow and profound regret" in a statement on Tuesday. Wright joined the BBC in the 1970s and went on to host the afternoon shows on Radio 1 and Radio 2. He also fronted television programmes for the BBC, including Top of the Pops. Wright was last on air on Sunday, hosting a pre-recorded special Valentine's Day edition of his Love Songs programme. Wright's family said: "It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce the passing of our beloved Steve Wright. "In addition to his son, Tom, and daughter, Lucy, Steve leaves behind his brother, Laurence and his father Richard. Also, much-loved close friends and colleagues, and millions of devoted radio listeners who had the good fortune and great pleasure of allowing Steve into their daily lives as one of the UK's most enduring and popular radio personalities. "As we all grieve, the family requests privacy at this immensely difficult time." i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/13/17/81217181-13079303-image-a-110_1707845192069.jpgi.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/13/17/81217117-13079303-image-m-106_1707845081535.jpgi.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/13/17/81218191-13079303-image-m-132_1707846870243.jpgi.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/13/17/81217001-13079303-image-m-103_1707845011935.jpgi.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/02/13/17/81216999-13079303-image-m-104_1707845017190.jpg
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Post by bluetornados on Feb 13, 2024 18:26:34 GMT
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Post by lostinspace on Feb 14, 2024 14:39:19 GMT
Re Steve Wright, in all the years of listening to him, I only thought he had a son,no other children, he would talk of going over to the US with him on a semi regular basis, ..that aside, big shock, was in a different league to some of his cohorts,clever and quick witted,and always changing little things on his afternoon slot to keep people interested, rip SW,
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