As is tradition, may this be the emptiest thread on the system.
QuoteCIA turncoat Aldrich Ames, who betrayed Western intelligence assets to the Soviet Union and Russia in one of the most damaging intelligence breaches in U.S. history, has died in a Maryland prison. He was 84.
https://www.npr.org/2026/01/07/g-s1-104875/cia-turncoat-aldrich-ames-dies-at-84
Quote from: EBuff75 on January 07, 2026, 08:46:39 AMQuoteCIA turncoat Aldrich Ames, who betrayed Western intelligence assets to the Soviet Union and Russia in one of the most damaging intelligence breaches in U.S. history, has died in a Maryland prison. He was 84.
https://www.npr.org/2026/01/07/g-s1-104875/cia-turncoat-aldrich-ames-dies-at-84
While I generally agree with NT2C's sentiment kicking off this topic, I'm not shedding any tears over this one.
Ronald Reagan's eldest son, Michael Reagan, age 80.
https://www.fox10tv.com/2026/01/07/michael-reagan-eldest-son-president-ronald-reagan-dies-80/
Bob Weir, Grateful Dead Co-Founder and Guitarist, Dead at 78 (https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/bob-weir-grateful-dead-dead-obituary-1234810106/)
:'(
Erich von Däniken
:cry: :cry:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKu7TYWNxqA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKu7TYWNxqA)
only Micky and Bobby are left now :cry:
close of another chapter of my youth
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/bob-weir-grateful-dead-dead-obituary-1234810106/ (https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/bob-weir-grateful-dead-dead-obituary-1234810106/)
Quote from: tirls on January 11, 2026, 08:14:52 AMErich von Däniken
https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/erich-von-dniken-swiss-writer-spawned-alien-archaeology-129100696 (https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/erich-von-dniken-swiss-writer-spawned-alien-archaeology-129100696)
I used to watch AA.............and 95-98% was infotainment and Coast to Coast AM----but every so often ther would be something that made you pause and think
Quote from: aikorob on January 11, 2026, 09:09:10 AMQuote from: tirls on January 11, 2026, 08:14:52 AMErich von Däniken
https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/erich-von-dniken-swiss-writer-spawned-alien-archaeology-129100696 (https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/erich-von-dniken-swiss-writer-spawned-alien-archaeology-129100696)
I used to watch AA.............and 95-98% was infotainment and Coast to Coast AM----but every so often ther would be something that made you pause and think
I've got one of his books. I don't believe any of it, but the guy was a great writer. If he would have written sci fi or fantasy he could have been phenomenal. He has a very pleasant writing style mixed with just the right amount of pathos.
Quote from: tirls on January 11, 2026, 09:35:11 AMQuote from: aikorob on January 11, 2026, 09:09:10 AMQuote from: tirls on January 11, 2026, 08:14:52 AMErich von Däniken
https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/erich-von-dniken-swiss-writer-spawned-alien-archaeology-129100696 (https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/erich-von-dniken-swiss-writer-spawned-alien-archaeology-129100696)
I used to watch AA.............and 95-98% was infotainment and Coast to Coast AM----but every so often ther would be something that made you pause and think
I've got one of his books. I don't believe any of it, but the guy was a great writer. If he would have written sci fi or fantasy he could have been phenomenal. He has a very pleasant writing style mixed with just the right amount of pathos.
He kinda did write science fiction....
QuoteScott Adams, the creator of the popular comic strip "Dilbert," has died, according to an announcement on his social media pages.
https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/13/entertainment/scott-adams-death-cec
Claudette Colvin, civil rights pioneer, passed away 1/13/26. Colvin was known for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus to a white woman several months before the incident involving Rosa Parks, and for being one of four plaintiffs in Browder v. Gayle. This case ultimately resulted in the de-segregation of public transportation.
Quote from: Habu on January 15, 2026, 12:23:44 AMClaudette Colvin, civil rights pioneer, passed away 1/13/26. Colvin was known for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus to a white woman several months before the incident involving Rosa Parks, and for being one of four plaintiffs in Browder v. Gayle. This case ultimately resulted in the de-segregation of public transportation.
A person of remarkable courage.
Quote from: Habu on January 15, 2026, 12:23:44 AMClaudette Colvin, civil rights pioneer, passed away 1/13/26. Colvin was known for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus to a white woman several months before the incident involving Rosa Parks, and for being one of four plaintiffs in Browder v. Gayle. This case ultimately resulted in the de-segregation of public transportation.
I think she was something like 15 years old at the time.
QuoteItalian fashion legend Valentino Garavani, whose elegant evening gowns were favored for decades by some of the world's most glamorous women, has died at 93, according to his foundation.
https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/19/style/valentino-fashion-designer-dead
Catherine O'Hara
https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/30/catherine-ohara-dead/ (https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/30/catherine-ohara-dead/)
https://apnews.com/article/catherine-ohara-dies-9fdc89411b4961c1d599f836503a6203 (https://apnews.com/article/catherine-ohara-dies-9fdc89411b4961c1d599f836503a6203)
Quote from: aikorob on January 30, 2026, 12:51:36 PMCatherine O'Hara
https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/30/catherine-ohara-dead/ (https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/30/catherine-ohara-dead/)
https://apnews.com/article/catherine-ohara-dies-9fdc89411b4961c1d599f836503a6203 (https://apnews.com/article/catherine-ohara-dies-9fdc89411b4961c1d599f836503a6203)
Well, crap. :gonk:
'Sanford and Son' Star Grady Demond Wilson Dead at 79 (https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/31/grady-demond-wilson-dead-sanford-and-son/)
Dam....
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/chuck-negron-three-dog-night-074828285.html (https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/chuck-negron-three-dog-night-074828285.html)
Three Dog Night co-founder and lead singer Chuck Negron, age 81.
Quote from: Lambykins on February 03, 2026, 08:49:55 AMhttps://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/chuck-negron-three-dog-night-074828285.html (https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/chuck-negron-three-dog-night-074828285.html)
Three Dog Night co-founder and lead singer Chuck Negron, age 81.
The Grim Reaper claims another musician and somewhere Keith Richards experiences The Quickening once more.
This time the Reaper took Brad Arnold from the band 3 Doors Down. He was 47.
Cause of death is listed as cancer.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brad_Arnold
Cancer sucks. Fuck cancer.
Quote from: Anianna on February 07, 2026, 09:31:47 PMCancer sucks. Fuck cancer.
Indeed.
3 Doors Down was one of the most popular bands when I was in high school. My high school loved using "Superman" whenever there was a pep rally and I always associated that song with those days.
The Grim Reaper strikes again.
This time he got a two-fer with actors James Van Der Beek and Bud Cort.
James Van Der Beek was 48 and his cause of death is listed as cancer.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Van_Der_Beek
Bud Cort was 77 and his cause of death is listed as pneumonia.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bud_Cort
QuoteHideki Sato, the designer behind virtually every Sega console, and the company's former president, has died age 77
https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/hideki-sato-designer-of-segas-consoles-dies-age-75/
Actor Robert Duvall passed away February 15th, 2026 at the age of 95.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Duvall
Quote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on February 16, 2026, 12:19:54 PMActor Robert Duvall passed away February 15th, 2026 at the age of 95.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Duvall (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Duvall)
This topic is slow news. Just now I was setting up the TV in our conference room and decided to hook it up with a direct internet connection. It's a Visio so I decided to see what apps were on it. Pluto TV, ok, launched it, and then one of the catagories was 'Remembering Robert Duval'. I was like DID ROBERT DUVAL DIE?! One of the sales guys was there and I heard him say 'Siri, did Robert Duval Die'. OMG, he died.
What a way to find out, thru PlutoTV's catagories. :eek1:
Quote from: MacWa77ace on February 16, 2026, 01:47:55 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on February 16, 2026, 12:19:54 PMActor Robert Duvall passed away February 15th, 2026 at the age of 95.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Duvall (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Duvall)
This topic is slow news. Just now I was setting up the TV in our conference room and decided to hook it up with a direct internet connection. It's a Visio so I decided to see what apps were on it. Pluto TV, ok, launched it, and then one of the catagories was 'Remembering Robert Duval'. I was like DID ROBERT DUVAL DIE?! One of the sales guys was there and I heard him say 'Siri, did Robert Duval Die'. OMG, he died.
What a way to find out, thru PlutoTV's catagories. :eek1:
My Tubi app does the same thing. I'm betting by tonight there'll be one of those notices on there as well.
Last one it had was "Remembering James Van Der Beek", so I'm not sure if Tubi will add one for Robert Duvall or drop the Van Der Beek one instead.
Quote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on February 16, 2026, 12:19:54 PMActor Robert Duvall passed away February 15th, 2026 at the age of 95.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Duvall
:( This one hurts.
Quote from: majorhavoc on February 16, 2026, 05:47:30 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on February 16, 2026, 12:19:54 PMActor Robert Duvall passed away February 15th, 2026 at the age of 95.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Duvall
:( This one hurts.
Yeah.
Robert Duvall was the kind of guy you'd figure would live forever and thanks to his prolific career and all the movies he was in, he kind of will.
Quote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on February 16, 2026, 08:11:36 PMQuote from: majorhavoc on February 16, 2026, 05:47:30 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on February 16, 2026, 12:19:54 PMActor Robert Duvall passed away February 15th, 2026 at the age of 95.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Duvall
:( This one hurts.
Yeah.
Robert Duvall was the kind of guy you'd figure would live forever and thanks to his prolific career and all the movies he was in, he kind of will.
I spent all evening watching Godfather Part 1 and Part 2. He's one of my favorite characters in them.
Quote from: EBuff75 on February 16, 2026, 11:02:50 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on February 16, 2026, 08:11:36 PMQuote from: majorhavoc on February 16, 2026, 05:47:30 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on February 16, 2026, 12:19:54 PMActor Robert Duvall passed away February 15th, 2026 at the age of 95.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Duvall
:( This one hurts.
Yeah.
Robert Duvall was the kind of guy you'd figure would live forever and thanks to his prolific career and all the movies he was in, he kind of will.
I spent all evening watching Godfather Part 1 and Part 2. He's one of my favorite characters in them.
Those are good movies.
One of my favorites of his is "Open Range". Every time I watch that movie, I get the desire to pick up a nice double barrel shotgun and a Colt SAA clone.
Jesse Jackson-- polarizer at large
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/jesse-jackson-dead-civil-rights-leader-84 (https://www.foxnews.com/politics/jesse-jackson-dead-civil-rights-leader-84)
Actor Tom Noonan passed away on February 14th, 2026 at the age of 74.
No cause of death has been released just yet.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Noonan
Salute to a great bad guy actor.
Man, the Grim Reaper is really racking up the actors this week, isn't he ? :gonk:
Latest one for the Reaper is actor Eric Dane, who passed away February 19th, 2026 at the age of 53. Cause of death is listed as complications from ALS. He was diagnosed with the disease in April of 2025.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Dane
Quote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on February 19, 2026, 10:35:48 PMMan, the Grim Reaper is really racking up the actors this week, isn't he ? :gonk:
Latest one for the Reaper is actor Eric Dane, who passed away February 19th, 2026 at the age of 53. Cause of death is listed as complications from ALS. He was diagnosed with the disease in April of 2025.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Dane
Indulge me - this thread can make me philosophical. I didn't really know Eric Dane as a performer, but 53 - that's tragically young. And ALS is a brutal, devastating disease. Just a shitty way to die. There was a time in my life when death was only tragic if it happened to someone in the their 20s or 30s. As I've gotten older that "tragically young" standard has steadily advanced to the point where I now consider the death of anyone in their early sixties to be tragic. You can probably guess why.
But one thing I've learned throughout life is to never envy someone else for their good fortune, wealth, good looks, etc. Because you just never know. You don't know what's going on behind closed doors in that person's home, you don't know what fate is lurking just around the corner in that seemingly charmed life. And the corollary to that is not to feel sorry for yourself for the misfortunes you experience. Self-pity is a f*cking cop out. Because as bad as things might be for you - as unfair as life might seem in the moment - I guarantee you won't have to look far to find someone enduring far worse.
Carpe diem.
Bill Mazeroski - Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman. Defensive stalwart and only player to hit a walkoff homerun to win a World Series.
Pirates legend Bill Mazeroski dies at 89 (https://www.wtae.com/article/pirates-legend-bill-mazeroski-dies-at-89/70443896)
We're down another Carradine.
QuoteRobert Carradine, known for his roles in "The Long Riders," "Revenge of the Nerds" and the television series "Lizzie McGuire," has died at 71, his management company told CNN.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/robert-carradine-actor-revenge-nerds-080927800.html
Quote from: EBuff75 on February 24, 2026, 08:43:15 AMWe're down another Carradine.
QuoteRobert Carradine, known for his roles in "The Long Riders," "Revenge of the Nerds" and the television series "Lizzie McGuire," has died at 71, his management company told CNN.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/robert-carradine-actor-revenge-nerds-080927800.html
Damn. :gonk:
From what I've been reading, sounds like the poor guy had some major issues he was dealing with for years and went out the only way he thought was the right one.
Devarjaye "DJ" Daniel
A brave 13-year-old American boy famous for his battle with brain and spinal cancer has been announced by his family to have passed away on February 23, 2026.
(https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/641601165_122121030129143550_2997054081413511973_n.jpg?_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=13d280&_nc_ohc=76kWtaJITG0Q7kNvwE7nWep&_nc_oc=AdmLr2lpZ_dvuV33uL-J_L09nyEHkjSIx6zoT5hIHhtSdo5btK_qpdTJoRx9V_jKQ-KwSRjZ7OnnI8BEj3Hd02A5&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=U5zv5dS8d-XV3Mzvn7hv2w&oh=00_AftaOLbOAjZto7WQt9wLyaWBx1uZphPyuc-pktlayGvQWQ&oe=69A45411)
Quote from: NT2C on February 25, 2026, 12:39:12 AMDevarjaye "DJ" Daniel
A brave 13-year-old American boy famous for his battle with brain and spinal cancer has been announced by his family to have passed away on February 23, 2026.
(https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/641601165_122121030129143550_2997054081413511973_n.jpg?_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=13d280&_nc_ohc=76kWtaJITG0Q7kNvwE7nWep&_nc_oc=AdmLr2lpZ_dvuV33uL-J_L09nyEHkjSIx6zoT5hIHhtSdo5btK_qpdTJoRx9V_jKQ-KwSRjZ7OnnI8BEj3Hd02A5&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=U5zv5dS8d-XV3Mzvn7hv2w&oh=00_AftaOLbOAjZto7WQt9wLyaWBx1uZphPyuc-pktlayGvQWQ&oe=69A45411)
He was sworn in as an honorary police officer at over 1,000 law enforcement agencies nationwide.
Now this one really makes me sad.
Sure, it's sad when someone like Robert Duvall, Eric Dane and others pass, but they had long lives.
This young man didn't. He didn't get to experience a long life like the others. Cancer made sure of that.
But despite having cancer, this young man made the best of a crappy situation. He fought the cancer bravely and lived his short life the way he wanted. And I commend him for that.
My heart goes out to his family and they have my sincerest condolences.
Neil Sedaka
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-15600313/neil-sedaka-breaking-death.html (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-15600313/neil-sedaka-breaking-death.html)
My adopted APOPO rat, Ronin, passed away from sudden illness. He held the Guiness World Record for most mines detected by a rat.
QuoteBy the end of his life, Ronin had detected 111 landmines and 16 items of unexploded ordnance. In total, he helped clear 232,060 square meters of land in Cambodia, the equivalent of nearly 900 tennis courts. Because a HeroRAT works for just 30 minutes per day, covering roughly the area of one tennis court during that time, this achievement reflects years of careful, consistent searches.
Rest in piece, little Ronin.
I am now sponsoring Imeldo, a rookie that just completed his certification in December. He's now on the team in Cambodia.
https://apopo.org
Quote from: Anianna on February 27, 2026, 11:42:19 PMMy adopted APOPO rat, Ronin, passed away from sudden illness. He held the Guiness World Record for most mines detected by a rat.
QuoteBy the end of his life, Ronin had detected 111 landmines and 16 items of unexploded ordnance. In total, he helped clear 232,060 square meters of land in Cambodia, the equivalent of nearly 900 tennis courts. Because a HeroRAT works for just 30 minutes per day, covering roughly the area of one tennis court during that time, this achievement reflects years of careful, consistent searches.
Rest in piece, little Ronin.
I am now sponsoring Imeldo, a rookie that just completed his certification in December. He's now on the team in Cambodia.
https://apopo.org
I had no idea. That little guy is now even more a hero to me than Remy from Ratatouille.
The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, via airstrike: https://lite.cnn.com/2026/02/28/middleeast/ayatollah-khamenei-iran-killed-airstrike-intl-latam
Country Joe McDonald
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/country-joe-mcdonald-dead-84 (https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/country-joe-mcdonald-dead-84)
Gimme a F
Quote from: aikorob on March 08, 2026, 07:42:23 PMCountry Joe McDonald
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/country-joe-mcdonald-dead-84 (https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/country-joe-mcdonald-dead-84)
Gimme a F
The end days are truly upon us...
Chuck Norris Dies at 86 (https://www.wsbtv.com/news/trending/chuck-norris-dies-age-86-family-says/UXJ7WNQKKBCQHOCMF6UXCWY57U/)
Quote from: NT2C on March 20, 2026, 09:37:23 AMThe end days are truly upon us...
Chuck Norris Dies at 86 (https://www.wsbtv.com/news/trending/chuck-norris-dies-age-86-family-says/UXJ7WNQKKBCQHOCMF6UXCWY57U/)
Chuck Norris didn't die, he just took over the Grim Reaper's job.
The Grim Reaper, however, is now listed as MIA.
Quote from: NT2C on March 20, 2026, 09:37:23 AMThe end days are truly upon us...
Chuck Norris Dies at 86 (https://www.wsbtv.com/news/trending/chuck-norris-dies-age-86-family-says/UXJ7WNQKKBCQHOCMF6UXCWY57U/)
:eek1: :( :gonk: This is impossible
My theory is that Hell needed a Greeter
Quote from: NT2C on March 20, 2026, 01:25:21 PMMy theory is that Hell needed a Greeter
It's like that old Far Side cartoon where it goes "Welcome to Heaven, here's your harp. Welcome to Hell, here's your accordion.", except it's not an accordion, it's a punch to the face by Chuck Norris.
Found this on Facebook and figured it was fitting to the current conversation.
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Nicholas Brendon, of Buffy the Vampire Slayer fame, in his sleep at 54
https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2026/03/20/buffy-the-vampire-slayer-star-nicholas-brendon-die/89255783007/
former FBI head---Robert Muller
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/former-fbi-director-robert-mueller-dies-81-trump-reacts (https://www.foxnews.com/politics/former-fbi-director-robert-mueller-dies-81-trump-reacts)
Valerie Perrine, age 82.
She passed yesterday.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/movies/articles/valerie-perrine-superman-actress-lenny-160300739.html (https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/movies/articles/valerie-perrine-superman-actress-lenny-160300739.html)
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/beloved-70s-rock-star-last-142340902.html (https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/beloved-70s-rock-star-last-142340902.html)
Dash Crofts of the duo Seals and Croft age 85
Quote from: Lambykins on March 26, 2026, 09:41:03 PMhttps://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/beloved-70s-rock-star-last-142340902.html (https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/beloved-70s-rock-star-last-142340902.html)
Dash Crofts of the duo Seals and Croft age 85
All of Yacht Rock weeps.
Actor James Tolkan, best known for his roles in "Top Gun" and the "Back To The Future" trilogy, passed away on March 26th, 2026 at the age of 94.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Tolkan
Admin Edit: Confirmed to be Fake News
Can animals be considered Notable ?
I ask because Jonathan the world's oldest known living land animal (a Seychelles giant tortoise) passed away today at the astonishing age of 193 years old.
Apparently, Jonathan the Tortoise was hatched somewhere around 1832 thus making him around 193 or 194 years old and he possibly could've been older than that considering there's not an exact date of his birth.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_(tortoise)
Quote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on April 01, 2026, 03:48:59 PMCan animals be considered Notable ?
I ask because Jonathan the world's oldest known living land animal (a Seychelles giant tortoise) passed away today at the astonishing age of 193 years old.
Apparently, Jonathan the Tortoise was hatched somewhere around 1832 thus making him around 193 or 194 years old and he possibly could've been older than that considering there's not an exact date of his birth.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_(tortoise)
Are we sure about this? I am skeptical that it might be a poor April Fool's Day joke. None of the local news on St. Helena is reporting it, the source seems to be a seldom used X Account that is "experiencing suspicious activity". Nothing on the Instagram account.
Quote from: Uomo Senza Nome on April 01, 2026, 04:04:44 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on April 01, 2026, 03:48:59 PMCan animals be considered Notable ?
I ask because Jonathan the world's oldest known living land animal (a Seychelles giant tortoise) passed away today at the astonishing age of 193 years old.
Apparently, Jonathan the Tortoise was hatched somewhere around 1832 thus making him around 193 or 194 years old and he possibly could've been older than that considering there's not an exact date of his birth.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_(tortoise)
Are we sure about this? I am skeptical that it might be a poor April Fool's Day joke. None of the local news on St. Helena is reporting it, the source seems to be a seldom used X Account that is "experiencing suspicious activity". Nothing on the Instagram account.
That's a good point, Uomo.
If this turns out to be a bad April Fool's joke, I'll delete this post.
ETA: So far only USA Today has posted anything about Jonathan the Tortoise being deceased. I'm seeing stuff slowly trickle in, but nothing concrete in terms of confirmation.
Probably best to wait until St. Helena Island themselves confirms it.
Starting to see more confirmations (https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c393xmpzjwko) coming in.
Quote from: majorhavoc on April 01, 2026, 05:51:51 PMStarting to see more confirmations (https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c393xmpzjwko) coming in.
It appears Jonathan's Wikipedia page has scrubbed any mention of his death.
I guess Wikipedia is waiting on official confirmation of his passing before allowing updates to the page again.
Still, regardless of his passing or not, this animal lived 193/194 years and was around at the same time as some major historical events happened.
Granted, he was just an animal and likely had zero clue as to what was going on other than trying to survive, but still.
I'm going to say he is the world's best known tortoise.
Wikipedia updated:
QuoteOn 1 April 2026, a Brazilian X (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X_(social_network)) account purportedly owned by Hollins reported that Jonathan had died. After major news sources including BBC News (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BBC_News) and USA Today (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USA_Today) published articles reporting on Jonathan's death[13] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_(tortoise)#cite_note-13), the post was later confirmed to be false by Governor Phillips, who stated that Hollins neither made the post nor owned an X account,[2] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_(tortoise)#cite_note-independent.saint.fm-2)[14] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_(tortoise)#cite_note-14) as well by Hollins himself.[4] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_(tortoise)#cite_note-:1-4)
You certainly weren't the only fooled.
Quote from: Uomo Senza Nome on April 01, 2026, 06:52:59 PMWikipedia updated:
QuoteOn 1 April 2026, a Brazilian X (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X_(social_network)) account purportedly owned by Hollins reported that Jonathan had died. After major news sources including BBC News (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BBC_News) and USA Today (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USA_Today) published articles reporting on Jonathan's death[13] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_(tortoise)#cite_note-13), the post was later confirmed to be false by Governor Phillips, who stated that Hollins neither made the post nor owned an X account,[2] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_(tortoise)#cite_note-independent.saint.fm-2)[14] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_(tortoise)#cite_note-14) as well by Hollins himself.[4] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_(tortoise)#cite_note-:1-4)
You certainly weren't the only fooled.
Got it.
I'll go ahead and delete my post about Jonathan's supposed death since it's been proven false now.
QuoteJohn Nolan, a British stage and screen actor whose career spanned decades of theater, television and film — including roles in Christopher Nolan's "Batman" trilogy and the CBS drama "Person of Interest" — has died at 87
https://variety.com/2026/film/obituaries-people-news/john-nolan-dead-batman-person-of-interest-1236719535/
QuoteIrish singer Moya Brennan, best known as the lead singer of Grammy and Bafta-winning group Clannad, has died. She was 73.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crm112y4jyzo
Sid Krofft, older brother of sibling duo behind pyschedelic 60's and 70's kids shows. (https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/13/arts/television/sid-krofft-dead.html?unlocked_article_code=1.bFA.01vf.XutC3RqE59-z&smid=url-share)
If names like "H.R. Pufnstuf" and "Land of the Lost" sound vaguely familiar, you might be a child of the 1970's. Personally, I don't remember these all that fondly, but I can't deny they were a staple of my childhood. Reading the article I would have sworn I most certainly never saw a live action Saturday morning TV show starring a walking, talking lump of seaweed. But one look at the included production still brought it all rushing back.:smiley_mad: I bet I haven't thought about that trainwreck of children's programing in a solid half century.
The best thing I can say about Marty and Sid's bizarre creations is that they must have played an unconscious role in setting me up to appreciate "Pew Wee's Playhouse" in my 20's. Which I maintain to this day is the most ingeniusly off-kilter kids show ever produced.
(https://static01.nyt.com/images/2026/04/15/multimedia/13Kroft-mtbh-print7/13Kroft-mtbh-superJumbo.jpg?quality=75&auto=webp)
I didn't grow up with Sid and Marty Krofft's stuff, but I have seen some of their work via YouTube.
I cannot even begin to imagine the amount of drugs that were probably consumed to come up with some of their stuff. :smiley_crocodile:
Bob Kevoian, co-host of the famed morning radio show " The Bob and Tom Show" on radio, passed away on April 17th, 2026 at the age of 75.
Cause of death is listed as stomach cancer, which he'd been battling since 2023.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Kevoian
Got a three'fer this week.
Actor Patrick Muldoon, best known for his role in "Starship Troopers", passed away April 19th, 2026 at the age of 57 from a heart attack.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick_Muldoon
Alan Osmand of "The Osmond Family" band passed away April 20th, 2026 at the age of 76. No cause of death has been released just yet.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Osmond
And finally, Darrell Sheets of "Storage Wars" fame, was found dead this morning (April 22nd, 2026) at his home in Lake Havasu, Arizona at the age of 67.
Cause of death is listed as suicide by gunshot, but is currently under investigation by the Lake Havasu PD.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Storage_Wars#Darrell_and_Brandon_Sheets
I loved Starship Troopers. Wasn't Muldoon's character the guy who got his head vacuumed out by that Brain Bug? It was an epic final stand because he was unbowed and defiant right up to the very end. :smiley_thefinger:
Quote from: majorhavoc on April 22, 2026, 07:34:52 PMI loved Starship Troopers. Wasn't Muldoon's character the guy who got his head vacuumed out by that Brain Bug? It was an epic final stand because he was unbowed and defiant right up to the very end. :smiley_thefinger:
Yeah, that was Muldoon's character. Think his character's name was Xander.
I remember exactly where I was when I first saw that movie. 7th grade Social Studies class in 1998 and my teacher said to the class "There's a tent scene I'll have to fast forward through, but the rest of the movie ought to be ok."
Well, the movie goes on as usual and then gets to the basic training scenes. And what is part of the basic training scenes ? Yes, the famous co-ed shower scene.
Imagine a classroom full of 13 year old boys being totally quiet as that scene unfolds. No one dared make a sound because we didn't want the teacher to look up from her grading, realize her mistake and stop the movie. Not even the class suck up said anything and that kid would rat out folks at the drop of a hat.
Finally, the scene was over and just in time too as it wasn't long after that the teacher got up to go chat with another teacher down the hall.
We'd have rewound the tape and watched that scene again had she not taken the remote with her. :smiley_crocodile:
Most vcr's and dvd players have manual controls on the units themselves. <<R -FF>> P|| S[]
I know it was based on a graphic story but I had a big problem understanding why they would be using ineffective small arms projectile weapons against the bugs.
David Allen Coe - 86
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/david-allan-coe-dead-obituary-1218831/
Quote from: NT2C on April 30, 2026, 07:27:24 AMDavid Allen Coe - 86
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/david-allan-coe-dead-obituary-1218831/
I got to meet him when I was a kid. My mom worked in an Outlaws MC owned bar as a barmaid and David Allen performed at that bar several times. Once he gave my brother and me a roll of quarters apiece to go to the laundry mat across the street and play their arcade games. Nice guy.
Quote from: NT2C on April 30, 2026, 07:27:24 AMDavid Allen Coe - 86
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/david-allan-coe-dead-obituary-1218831/
got to see him a couple of times. He came out and did magic tricks before one show.
TBH---I thought he was already gone
QuoteTed Turner, the media maverick and philanthropist who founded CNN, a pioneering 24-hour network that revolutionized television news, died peacefully Wednesday, surrounded by his family, according to a news release from Turner Enterprises. He was 87.
https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/06/us/ted-turner-death
Ted Turner, CNN Founder, dead at 87.
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/obituaries/ted-turner-cnn-founder-dies-87-rcna4931
and now Ted Turner's manager for the Braves-- Bobby Cox
https://www.mlb.com/news/bobby-cox-dies (https://www.mlb.com/news/bobby-cox-dies)
QuoteDonald Gibb, an American actor who appeared in cult classics like "Revenge of the Nerds" and "Bloodsport," has died, according to TMZ. He was 71.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/articles/donald-gibb-revenge-nerds-bloodsport-030552600.html
Quote from: EBuff75 on May 13, 2026, 08:34:41 AMQuoteDonald Gibb, an American actor who appeared in cult classics like "Revenge of the Nerds" and "Bloodsport," has died, according to TMZ. He was 71.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/articles/donald-gibb-revenge-nerds-bloodsport-030552600.html
Goodbye, Ogre. :'(
Claudine Longet
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/claudine-longet-chanteuse-actress-whose-174614318.html (https://uk.news.yahoo.com/claudine-longet-chanteuse-actress-whose-174614318.html)
Clarence Carter
https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/news/soul-singer-clarence-carter-known-for-raunchy-hit-strokin-dies-at-90/ar-AA23eXyM (https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/news/soul-singer-clarence-carter-known-for-raunchy-hit-strokin-dies-at-90/ar-AA23eXyM)
Voice actor Tom Kane, best known for his work on The Powerpuff Girls and The Wild Thornberries, passed away May 18th, 2026 at the age of 64.
He'd suffered a stroke in 2020 and cause of death is listed as complications due to stroke.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Kane
Mark Furman, former LAPD officer best-known for his association with the OJ Simpson investigation and trial, has passed.
https://www.tmz.com/2026/05/18/mark-fuhrman-dead/
Kyle Busch, NASCAR champion, dead at 41. (https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/21/sport/kyle-busch-dead-at-41)
What the hell, G. Reaper? What the hell?
Joe Negri, beloved Mister Rogers' 'Handyman', jazz guitarist, dies days before 100th birthday (https://www.wtae.com/article/joe-negri-mister-rogers-musician-jazz-guitarist-dies/71453345)
noted singer Peabo Bryson
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/peabo-bryson-a-whole-new-world-beauty-beast-singer-dead-75 (https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/peabo-bryson-a-whole-new-world-beauty-beast-singer-dead-75)
Medal of Honor recipient Bruce "Snake Shit" Crandall (https://www.militarytimes.com/veterans/military-history/2026/06/02/medal-of-honor-recipient-bruce-crandall-whose-heroism-was-chronicled-in-we-were-soldiers-once-dies-at-93/)
Actor Anthony Stewart Head, known for his role on TVs "Buffy The Vampire Slayer", passed away June 1st, 2026 at the age of 72.
Cause of death is listed as complications from pneumonia.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Head
NASCAR Champion & broadcaster Ned Jarrett
https://www.foxnews.com/sports/nascar-hall-famer-ned-jarrett-legendary-driver-broadcaster-dies-93-natural-causes (https://www.foxnews.com/sports/nascar-hall-famer-ned-jarrett-legendary-driver-broadcaster-dies-93-natural-causes)
Gene Shalit 03/25/1926 - 06/12/2026
QuoteGene Shalit was an American film critic, journalist, author, and television personality best known for his nearly four decades on NBC's Today show. With his signature bushy mustache, colorful bow ties, and witty wordplay, he became one of the most recognizable and beloved critics in American television history.
Born in New York City and raised in New Jersey, Shalit began his career as a writer before joining Today in 1970. By 1973, he had become the program's regular film and book critic, a role he held until his retirement in 2010. His humorous reviews, memorable interviews, and unique personality made him a fixture of morning television for generations of viewers.
Throughout his career, Shalit helped bring film criticism into mainstream television. His distinctive style, clever puns, and passion for movies earned him a place in popular culture, leading to appearances, parodies, and guest roles across television and entertainment.
Gene Shalit passed away on June 12, 2026, at the age of 100. His remarkable career left an enduring mark on journalism and entertainment, and his unique voice became a familiar part of American television for decades.
Gene Shalit is remembered for his warmth, humor, and lasting contributions to entertainment journalism. His wit, insight, and passion for storytelling continue to inspire journalists, critics, and movie lovers around the world.
Actress Anne Schedeen, 77. Most notable role was as Kate Tanner on Alf. (I could find no link that didn't immediately dive into her politics, so no link is provided here)
Quote from: NT2C on June 16, 2026, 09:24:00 AMActress Anne Schedeen, 77. Most notable role was as Kate Tanner on Alf. (I could find no link that didn't immediately dive into her politics, so no link is provided here)
I perused her Wikipedia entry and couldn't find any mentioning of her politics, so this may be a usable link.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_Schedeen
Quote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on June 16, 2026, 12:53:01 PMQuote from: NT2C on June 16, 2026, 09:24:00 AMActress Anne Schedeen, 77. Most notable role was as Kate Tanner on Alf. (I could find no link that didn't immediately dive into her politics, so no link is provided here)
I perused her Wikipedia entry and couldn't find any mentioning of her politics, so this may be a usable link.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_Schedeen
She was notable for hating one of the presidents who has served in this century. Hate being a very mild stative verb for whatever it is she felt.
Quote from: Uomo Senza Nome on June 16, 2026, 02:28:22 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on June 16, 2026, 12:53:01 PMQuote from: NT2C on June 16, 2026, 09:24:00 AMActress Anne Schedeen, 77. Most notable role was as Kate Tanner on Alf. (I could find no link that didn't immediately dive into her politics, so no link is provided here)
I perused her Wikipedia entry and couldn't find any mentioning of her politics, so this may be a usable link.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_Schedeen
She was notable for hating one of the presidents who has served in this century. Hate being a very mild stative verb for whatever it is she felt.
Every article I found on her led with her Alf role and that hate.
Quote from: NT2C on June 16, 2026, 02:40:35 PMQuote from: Uomo Senza Nome on June 16, 2026, 02:28:22 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on June 16, 2026, 12:53:01 PMQuote from: NT2C on June 16, 2026, 09:24:00 AMActress Anne Schedeen, 77. Most notable role was as Kate Tanner on Alf. (I could find no link that didn't immediately dive into her politics, so no link is provided here)
I perused her Wikipedia entry and couldn't find any mentioning of her politics, so this may be a usable link.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_Schedeen
She was notable for hating one of the presidents who has served in this century. Hate being a very mild stative verb for whatever it is she felt.
Every article I found on her led with her Alf role and that hate.
I must've been seeing the same articles because the majority I found seemed to focus more on that than her acting career.
Actress Daveigh Chase, best known for her roles in "The Ring" and the Disney movie "Lilo and Stitch" (the original animated one, not the recent live action version), passed away June 16th, 2026 at the age of 35.
Cause of death is listed as complications from meningitis.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daveigh_Chase
Teddie Beverley (born Hazel Pamela Chinery), the last surviving member of the 50's pop trio The Beverley Sisters, passed away June 17th, 2026 at the age of 99.
No cause of death has been released yet.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Beverley_Sisters
QuoteWalter Parazaider, the cofounding member and saxophonist for pop and jazz-infused rock band Chicago, has died. He was 81.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2026/06/17/walter-parazaider-death-chicago-band-cofounder-saxophone/90590906007/
QuoteAlan Greenspan, former head of Federal Reserve, dies at 100
https://www.cnn.com/2026/06/22/economy/alan-greenspan-obituary
In the pendulum of free marketplace vs regulation Greenspan went a touch too far in his opposition to regulation due to his objectivist philosophical beliefs. This helped trigger the housing collapse and the dark days of 2008-2010.
Objectivism is fraught with basic failure that there is really no such thing as an enlightened self interest promoting some kind of greater good. Self interest can be benign in some ways but corporations will always act in ways which benefit themselves the most or they will fail.
Quote from: Uomo Senza Nome on June 23, 2026, 09:20:30 AMIn the pendulum of free marketplace vs regulation Greenspan went a touch too far in his opposition to regulation due to his objectivist philosophical beliefs. This helped trigger the housing collapse and the dark days of 2008-2010.
Objectivism is fraught with basic failure that there is really no such thing as an enlightened self interest promoting some kind of greater good. Self interest can be benign in some ways but corporations will always act in ways which benefit themselves the most or they will fail.
To elaborate a bit here - the "enlightened self interest" here was Greenspan's misplaced trust that lenders would exercise self-restraint in issuing mortgages that home buyers could actually afford. Because it's obviously in a lender's best interest that the borrower actually be able to repay the loan. What Greenspan didn't account for (and arguably should have forseen) was that trust assumed the lender would hang on to the mortgage for all or at least a significant portion of the life of the loan. But that wasn't what was happening in the early to mid 2000s. Many of those mortgages were quickly bundled together and resold (at a tidy, short term profit) to investors as mortgage-backed securities. Investors who played exactly zero role in assessing an individual borrower's ability to keep up with those mortgages. That allowed lenders to wash their hands of risky home loans with balloon payments and unreasonable amounts and rates that the borrowers realistically were never going to be able to afford.
I got this from a talk by the CEO of a Fortune 500 company who gave what I've always considered the clearest explanation of what the hell actually happened in 2008. My take away is that when assessing major market developments and the potential for widespread catastrophe (something many of us prepare for) is to consider (just by way of example <wink-wink> the current, gargantuan AI spending spree by exorbitantly valued companies that have yet to turn a dime in profit) whose interests are being served right now, what are the natural societal consequences and who's going to be left holding the bag if the whole thing goes sideways.
Blood, Sweat, and Tears lead vocalist --David Clayton-Thomas
https://www.newser.com/story/391730/blood-sweat-tears-singer-is-dead-at-84.html
Quote from: aikorob on June 25, 2026, 04:16:16 PMBlood, Sweat, and Tears lead vocalist --David Clayton-Thomas
https://www.newser.com/story/391730/blood-sweat-tears-singer-is-dead-at-84.html
That dude could really blow in his prime.
QuoteMichael Byrne, the English actor who portrayed key villains in the Indiana Jones and Harry Potter movies, has died.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/movies/articles/michael-byrne-indiana-jones-harry-191345526.html
He was only 46 when he was in The Last Crusade!
Quote from: EBuff75 on June 30, 2026, 03:11:49 PMQuoteMichael Byrne, the English actor who portrayed key villains in the Indiana Jones and Harry Potter movies, has died.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/movies/articles/michael-byrne-indiana-jones-harry-191345526.html
He was only 46 when he was in The Last Crusade!
I had to look up who he was in The Last Crusade since it's been awhile since I last watched it.
Quote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on June 30, 2026, 05:12:41 PMQuote from: EBuff75 on June 30, 2026, 03:11:49 PMQuoteMichael Byrne, the English actor who portrayed key villains in the Indiana Jones and Harry Potter movies, has died.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/movies/articles/michael-byrne-indiana-jones-harry-191345526.html
He was only 46 when he was in The Last Crusade!
I had to look up who he was in The Last Crusade since it's been awhile since I last watched it.
Yeah, he played the head Nazi who was in the tank turret when it went over the cliff! He also had the line, "And this is how we say goodbye in Germany, Dr. Jones," right before he punched Indy in the face. Of course, Indy got him back for that when he threw him out of the airship for, "No ticket!" :smiley_clap:
Victor Willis, Village People lead singer, dies at 74 (https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/victor-willis-village-people-lead-singer-dies-aged-74-rcna352516)
Okay, that wasn't on my bingo card; the afterlife putting together a 2026 band with a gospel singer and the lead singer of the Village People. :icon_crazy:
Lord Humungus is no more.
Kjell Nilsson, the actor who played Lord Humungus in 1981's "The Road Warrior" (aka Mad Max 2), passed away July 2, 2026 at the age of 76.
Cause of death is listed as kidney disease.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kjell_Nilsson_(actor)
Quote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on July 03, 2026, 03:15:12 PMLord Humungus is no more.
Kjell Nilsson, the actor who played Lord Humungus in 1981's "The Road Warrior" (aka Mad Max 2), passed away July 2, 2026 at the age of 76.
Cause of death is listed as kidney disease.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kjell_Nilsson_(actor)
Somehow I am reminded of an airplane, a megaphone, and the Meatworld Spice Weasel.
Quote from: DarkAxel on July 03, 2026, 08:30:37 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on July 03, 2026, 03:15:12 PMLord Humungus is no more.
Kjell Nilsson, the actor who played Lord Humungus in 1981's "The Road Warrior" (aka Mad Max 2), passed away July 2, 2026 at the age of 76.
Cause of death is listed as kidney disease.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kjell_Nilsson_(actor)
Somehow I am reminded of an airplane, a megaphone, and the Meatworld Spice Weasel.
Every time I see the term "Meatworld", I think of Meat N'Taters and wonder whatever happened to him. Hope he's well.
QuoteLauren Bennett, known for LMFAO's 'Party Rock Anthem,' dies at 37
https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2026/07/06/lauren-bennett-dead-lmfao-party-rock-anthem/90823853007/
And if I have to have the song stuck in my head, so do you! Enjoy the flashback to 15 years ago:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQ6zr6kCPj8
Quote from: EBuff75 on July 06, 2026, 02:29:00 PMQuoteLauren Bennett, known for LMFAO's 'Party Rock Anthem,' dies at 37
https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2026/07/06/lauren-bennett-dead-lmfao-party-rock-anthem/90823853007/
And if I have to have the song stuck in my head, so do you! Enjoy the flashback to 15 years ago:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQ6zr6kCPj8
Apparently she passed sometime between May and June of this year (the exact time frame isn't known at the moment).
QuoteBonnie Tyler, the singer whose hits included "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero," has died. She was 75.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/article/bonnie-tyler-singer-of-total-eclipse-of-the-heart-dies-aged-75-091420729.html
Quote from: EBuff75 on July 09, 2026, 09:39:36 AMQuoteBonnie Tyler, the singer whose hits included "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero," has died. She was 75.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/article/bonnie-tyler-singer-of-total-eclipse-of-the-heart-dies-aged-75-091420729.html
Hard to hear about this one. Her music was part of the soundtrack of my early years.
Quote from: DarkAxel on July 09, 2026, 12:38:41 PMQuote from: EBuff75 on July 09, 2026, 09:39:36 AMQuoteBonnie Tyler, the singer whose hits included "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero," has died. She was 75.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/article/bonnie-tyler-singer-of-total-eclipse-of-the-heart-dies-aged-75-091420729.html
Hard to hear about this one. Her music was part of the soundtrack of my early years.
I'm in sort of the same boat.
I grew up in the 90's listening to a lot of 80's music thanks to my oldest brother who seemed to be stuck in that decade music-wise.
Speaking of folks from the 80's, someone go check on Mel Brooks and make sure the Reaper hasn't got him in his sights yet. Guy just turned 100 years old not too long ago.
QuoteSpeaking of folks from the 80's, someone go check on Mel Brooks and make sure the Reaper hasn't got him in his sights yet. Guy just turned 100 years old not too long ago.
After being nominated for six Emmy's this year, Mel Brooks is busy making the sequel to Space Balls;
Spaceballs 2: The Search for More Money with a release date in 2027.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spaceballs:_The_New_One
Well, at least we still have Elvis.
I just noticed that Lewis Pullman, Bill Pullman's real life son, will play his son in the sequel. Should be a good set up for some 4th wall jokes.
Remember "Emergency!"?
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/randolph-mantooth-dead-emergency-1236644221/
Senator Lindsey Graham
https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/lindsey-graham-key-ally-donald-062724224.html
Graham was a heavy in the Senate and close friend of the current president. With Mitch McConnell "indisposed" due to his heart attack the other week people are going to start screaming about conspiracy theories. More loudly that is since they are already talking about McConnell.
actor Sam Neill
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/new-zealand-actor-sam-neill-dies-age-78-after-cancer-recovery-family-says (https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/new-zealand-actor-sam-neill-dies-age-78-after-cancer-recovery-family-says)
Alan Walden -- co-founder of Capricorn Records; instrumental in the career of Otis Redding, Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd
https://www.ajc.com/news/2026/07/alan-walden-who-managed-otis-redding-and-lynyrd-skynyrd-dies-at-83/ (https://www.ajc.com/news/2026/07/alan-walden-who-managed-otis-redding-and-lynyrd-skynyrd-dies-at-83/)
QuoteVincent Pastore, a veteran actor who played mobsters and tough guys, and was best known for playing Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on "The Sopranos," has died. He was 80.
https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/01/entertainment/sopranos-actor-vincent-pastore-dead
Ben Jones----Cooter from Dukes of Hazzard
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/ben-jones-dukes-hazzard-actor-former-congressman-dead-84
Quote from: aikorob on August 10, 2026, 04:53:51 PMBen Jones----Cooter from Dukes of Hazzard
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/ben-jones-dukes-hazzard-actor-former-congressman-dead-84
Cooter's now back hanging out with Uncle Jesse causing trouble for Boss Hogg and Roscoe.
Jackie, of the Big Bear eagle pair has passed away. She was observed ill and rehabbers tried to save her, but she was too far gone.
Quote from: Anianna on August 10, 2026, 07:22:46 PMJackie, of the Big Bear eagle pair has passed away. She was observed ill and rehabbers tried to save her, but she was too far gone.
Aww, man.
Once they made that announcement of her condition getting worse despite treatment, I had a bad feeling she wasn't going to make it.
Actor Reggie Bannister passed away on August 9th, 2026 at the age of 80.
He was best known for his role in the "Phantasm" series of horror films.
Cause of death is listed as complications from Lewy body dementia and Parkinson's disease.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reggie_Bannister
Actress Brenda Fricker passed away July 16th, 2026 at the age of 81.
Her best known films were "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York", "Angels in the Outfield", and "My Left Foot".
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brenda_Fricker
QuoteActress Hayden Panettiere, known for portraying an indestructible cheerleader in "Heroes" and a country music sensation in "Nashville," has died, her representative told CNN. She was 36.
https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/16/entertainment/hayden-panettiere-dead-hnk
Quote from: EBuff75 on August 17, 2026, 07:22:05 AMQuoteActress Hayden Panettiere, known for portraying an indestructible cheerleader in "Heroes" and a country music sensation in "Nashville," has died, her representative told CNN. She was 36.
https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/16/entertainment/hayden-panettiere-dead-hnk
Way too young. I hope she found peace. Her life wasn't a cakewalk by any means.
Quote from: DarkAxel on August 17, 2026, 08:52:56 AMQuote from: EBuff75 on August 17, 2026, 07:22:05 AMQuoteActress Hayden Panettiere, known for portraying an indestructible cheerleader in "Heroes" and a country music sensation in "Nashville," has died, her representative told CNN. She was 36.
https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/16/entertainment/hayden-panettiere-dead-hnk
Way too young. I hope she found peace. Her life wasn't a cakewalk by any means.
Indeed. It pains me to see such beauty, talent and potential brought to an abrupt and tragic end. I can only imagine what demons haunted this young lady. May in the next life she find the peace that eluded her in this one.
Frank Beard, the drummer for the band ZZ Top, passed away on August 17th, 2026 at the age of 77.
That now leaves Billy Gibbons as the last surviving member of ZZ Top.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Beard_(musician)
Quote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on August 18, 2026, 03:28:14 PMFrank Beard, the drummer for the band ZZ Top, passed away on August 17th, 2026 at the age of 77.
That now leaves Billy Gibbons as the last surviving member of ZZ Top.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Beard_(musician)
Damn................I had tickets to see them next month :cry: :( :cry:
now I has a major sad
Quote from: aikorob on August 18, 2026, 03:53:03 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on August 18, 2026, 03:28:14 PMFrank Beard, the drummer for the band ZZ Top, passed away on August 17th, 2026 at the age of 77.
That now leaves Billy Gibbons as the last surviving member of ZZ Top.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Beard_(musician)
Damn................I had tickets to see them next month :cry: :( :cry:
now I has a major sad
Oh that sucks, aikorob.
Given the circumstances, I'd bet they'll end up refunding a lot of folks now.
Quote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on August 18, 2026, 05:06:32 PMQuote from: aikorob on August 18, 2026, 03:53:03 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on August 18, 2026, 03:28:14 PMFrank Beard, the drummer for the band ZZ Top, passed away on August 17th, 2026 at the age of 77.
That now leaves Billy Gibbons as the last surviving member of ZZ Top.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Beard_(musician)
Damn................I had tickets to see them next month :cry: :( :cry:
now I has a major sad
Oh that sucks, aikorob.
Given the circumstances, I'd bet they'll end up refunding a lot of folks now.
Billy and Elwood were on the road with a sub drummer earlier this month................we'll see if Billy decides to put the band to rest and just continue with The BFGs
Quote from: aikorob on August 20, 2026, 01:13:16 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on August 18, 2026, 05:06:32 PMQuote from: aikorob on August 18, 2026, 03:53:03 PMQuote from: 12_Gauge_Chimp on August 18, 2026, 03:28:14 PMFrank Beard, the drummer for the band ZZ Top, passed away on August 17th, 2026 at the age of 77.
That now leaves Billy Gibbons as the last surviving member of ZZ Top.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Beard_(musician)
Damn................I had tickets to see them next month :cry: :( :cry:
now I has a major sad
Oh that sucks, aikorob.
Given the circumstances, I'd bet they'll end up refunding a lot of folks now.
Billy and Elwood were on the road with a sub drummer earlier this month................we'll see if Billy decides to put the band to rest and just continue with The BFGs
To me, ZZ Top were Billy Gibbons, Frank Beard and Dusty Hill. It just wouldn't be the same without the other two.
It'd be like having Pantera without Dimebag Darrel and Vinnie Paul. It works, but it's just not the same.