Eddie Andelman obit

Eddie Andelman, known as "godfather of sports radio," dead at 89

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Eddie Andelman, a member of the Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame who is known by many as the "godfather of sports radio," has died.

Andelman's three sons announced their father's death. Eddie Andelman was 89 years old.

"Eddie Andelman was loved by his wife of fifty seven years, worshipped by his sons, and adored by his grandchildren. From humble roots in Dorchester, he went onto great success in business and broadcasting," the family said. "Some call him the godfather of sports radio. He certainly changed and elevated the sports radio game."

Andelman was inducted into the Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2011 after a career on Boston radio that spanned 42 years. A biography on the Hall of Fame's website says that Andelman "virtually invented the sports talk radio format."

In 1969, Andelman and two other hosts debuted "Sports Huddle," a live and interactive sports show on WEEI.

"Andelman's astute observations and good humor attracted fans of all ages to join the discussions. The show became a model for similar programs across the country," the Massachusetts Broadcast Hall of Fame wrote on its website. "As the audiences grew, the show expanded from a weekly Sunday night feature to a prime time weekday series and was a precursor of the all-sports radio format stations that we know today."

In 1989, Andelman hosted the first "Hot Dog Safari" in Boston, giving participants the chance to travel around the city in search of the best hot dogs. Phantom Gourmet later took over the event.

Decades of Hot Dog Safari events helped raise millions of dollars for cystic fibrosis research through the Joey Fund.

"Eddie worked tirelessly on the Hot Dog Safari for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation because he loved to give people a great time and he was thankful that his own family was healthy," Dave, Mike and Dan Andelman wrote. "There would be no Phantom Gourmet without Eddie Andelman. His passion and pride in the work, down to earth and sometimes irreverent style, and the reverence for small business owners and hard working people only enriched our lives and well as many others as well.  We learned all that we do from our dad. He was one of a kind. He helped thousands and entertained millions. Eddie Andelman lived a truly incredible life."

Abdullah Ibrahim obit

South African jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim dies in Germany at age 91 after a brief illness

 

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JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Globally celebrated South African jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim, who performed at Nelson Mandela's 1994 presidential inauguration, has died at age 91, his family announced in a statement Monday.

Ibrahim, formerly known as Dollar Brand, passed away peacefully in Germany following a short illness, surrounded by loved ones, the statement issued on behalf of his family said.

Born in Cape Town, Ibrahim rose to international prominence as a pianist, composer and bandleader. With a career spanning more than seven decades, he forged a unique blend of jazz and South African musical traditions, making him a cultural ambassador whose music struck a chord with listeners worldwide.

As one of South Africa's most respected jazz figures, he famously played at Nelson Mandela's 1994 presidential inauguration.

His final public concert in South Africa took place at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival in March, when he once again captivated audiences with the musical skill that defined his career.

Paying tribute to her partner, Dr. Marina Umari said he "passed away peacefully with South Africa and its people in his heart."

"His love for his country never wavered, no matter where in the world he found himself," she said.

His family said that even though his life is over, his influence and voice would continue to resonate around the world.

President Cyril Ramaphosa paid tribute to the musician, praising his contribution to the anti-apartheid struggle and acknowledging his lasting impact through music.

"Today our nation mourns the passing of an international icon and global citizen whose profound creations honored the South Africa that shaped his political commitment and musical brilliance," said Ramaphosa.

In 2009, Ibrahim received an Honorary Doctorate in Music from Wits University and the Order of Ikhamanga, a prestigious civilian award, from former President Jacob Zuma in the same year.

Alan Winde, the mayor of the Western Cape, where Ibrahim's hometown is located, honored the performer and commended him for capturing South Africa's cultural richness and history in his music.

"South Africa has lost a legend," Winde said. "Abdullah Ibrahim represented everything that makes South Africa and the Western Cape so remarkable. His music told the story of our unique cultural diversity and past."

According to his family, Ibrahim will be laid to rest in the German state of Bavaria, where he lived.

Kyle Calder obit

Former Red Wings Forward Kyle Calder Passes Away At 47

 

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Kyle Calder, a skilled and tenacious left winger who carved out a decade‑long career in the National  Hockey  League, passed away on June 15, 2026, at the age of 47.

Born on January 5, 1979, in Goose Lake, Iowa, Calder grew up with a passion for hockey that would take him from small‑town rinks to the sport’s biggest stages. His journey began in the Western Hockey League with the Regina Pats, where his scoring touch and relentless work ethic quickly made him a standout. Over four seasons in Regina, he tallied more than 200 points and earned recognition as one of the WHL’s most consistent forwards.

Calder was selected 131st overall by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 1997 NHL Entry Draft, marking the start of a professional career defined by perseverance and adaptability. After honing his skills with the Norfolk Admirals in the AHL, he made his NHL debut with Chicago during the 1999–2000 season.

His breakout came in 2001–02, when he recorded 20 goals and 30 assists, establishing himself as a reliable offensive contributor. Calder’s best season arrived in 2005–06, when he led the Blackhawks in scoring with 26 goals and 59 points, earning team MVP honors and cementing his reputation as a versatile, two‑way forward.

Following his success in Chicago, Calder’s career took him to several NHL organizations, including the Philadelphia Flyers, Los Angeles Kings, Detroit Red Wings, and Anaheim Ducks. Known for his gritty play, strong forechecking, and ability to find the net in clutch moments, he was valued as a dependable veteran presence both on and off the ice.

In total, Calder appeared in 590 NHL games, recording 114 goals and 179 assists for 293 points. His career reflected the resilience of a player who earned every shift through determination and effort.

Kyle Calder will be remembered not only for his contributions to the teams he played for but also for his humility, leadership, and dedication to hockey’s core values of teamwork and perseverance.

Rest in peace, Kyle Calder — a competitor whose heart and hustle embodied the best of the sport he loved.

 

Regular season and playoffs

Regular season                        Playoffs

Season Team   League GP       G         A         Pts       PIM     GP       G         A         Pts       PIM

1995–96          Regina Pats     WHL   27        1          7          8          10        11        0          0          0          0

1996–97          Regina Pats     WHL   62        25        34        59        17        5          3          0          3          6

1997–98          Regina Pats     WHL   62        27        50        77        58        2          0          1          1          0

1998–99          Regina Pats     WHL   34        23        28        51        29        —        —        —        —        —

1998–99          Kamloops Blazers       WHL   27        19        18        37        30        15        6          10        16            6

1999–2000      Cleveland Lumberjacks          IHL     74        14        22        36        43        9          2          2            4          14

1999–2000      Chicago Blackhawks  NHL    8          1          1          2          2          —        —        —        —            —

2000–01          Norfolk Admirals        AHL    37        12        15        27        21        9          2          6          8            2

2000–01          Chicago Blackhawks  NHL    43        5          10        15        14        —        —        —        —            —

2001–02          Chicago Blackhawks  NHL    81        17        36        53        47        5          2          0          2            2

2002–03          Chicago Blackhawks  NHL    82        15        27        42        40        —        —        —        —            —

2003–04          Chicago Blackhawks  NHL    66        21        18        39        29        —        —        —        —            —

2004–05          Södertälje SK  SEL     12        5          1          6          6          10        5          1          6          2

2005–06          Chicago Blackhawks  NHL    79        26        33        59        52        —        —        —        —            —

2006–07          Philadelphia Flyers     NHL    59        9          12        21        36        —        —        —        —            —

2006–07          Detroit Red Wings      NHL    19        5          9          14        22        13        0          1          1            8

2007–08          Los Angeles Kings      NHL    65        7          13        20        18        —        —        —        —            —

2008–09          Los Angeles Kings      NHL    74        8          19        27        41        —        —        —        —            —

2009–10          Bakersfield Condors   ECHL 5          3          3          6          0          10        5          5          10            4

2009–10          Anaheim Ducks          NHL    14        0          2          2          8          —        —        —        —            —

2009–10          Toronto Marlies           AHL    40        14        16        30        18        —        —        —        —            —

2010–11          Bakersfield Condors   ECHL 5          3          4          7          6          —        —        —        —            —

2010–11          Barys Astana   KHL    13        3          4          7          16        3          0          1          1          6

2011–12          Bakersfield Condors   ECHL 27        12        11        23        6          —        —        —        —            —

NHL totals       590      114      180      294      309      18        2          1          3          10

Ronell Johnson obit

Ronell Johnson, Preservation Hall Jazz Band Trombonist, Dies At 49

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Ronell Johnson, the trombonist, vocalist, and sousaphonist known for his work with the Preservation Hall Jazz Band and various other New Orleans-based ensembles, has passed away at age 49. His passing was confirmed in a series of posts by Preservation Hall. The posts did not specify a cause of death, though he had reportedly suffered a heart attack earlier this year.

“Ronell Johnson was a beacon,” reads a post announcing Johnson’s passing on Preservation Hall’s social media. “His love for music and community reverberated everywhere he went. His presence was larger than life, uplifting everyone who had the honor of crossing paths with him. Whether on stage, in the Hall, or in a passing conversation, his joy, kindness, and generosity left a lasting impact that we will carry with us always.”

“Ronell had great purpose in life, to bring joy and happiness to others through his music,” wrote Preservation Hall creative director, bassist, and tuba player Ben Jaffe. “[He] was a once in a generation talent and human being. I am processing this loss and will have more to say. Now, I am giving thanks for having known him. His joy was infectious. He made us all better. His heart was too big for this earth.”

“Ronell Johnson truly one of the greatest musicians I have ever had the pleasure of performing with,” Preservation Hall Jazz Band guitarist Joshua Starkman wrote alongside a clip of him accompanying an ebullient Johnson on a lighthearted 1920s jazz tune. “Not just as a trombonist and vocalist but as a person who showed love and connection with everyone he came across. … I have never seen a musician with such enthusiasm to entertain and bring joy to everyone around him. What an inspiration. New Orleans and the world are going to miss him dearly, gone too soon.”

As Preservation Hall photographer Steve Rapport said in a separate post alongside a selection of photos, “This was an extraordinary and immensely talented musician with an incredibly happy and gregarious personality, and a beautiful, warm and caring wife, who quite literally lit up each and every room he wandered into. He gave so much of himself every minute of every day, and New Orleans was always a better place for his presence. His 3D trombone playing wasn’t great just because of its technically virtuosity, but also because every note was infused with his joy of life and his unquenchable passion for music. And the same can be said for his fabulous singing, which was always accompanied by goofy dancing and trombone shenanigans.”

A GoFundMe campaign has been launched by members of the Preservation Hall community to help cover medical and funeral costs for Ronell Johnson. Read the campaign description below or make a contribution here.

Our community is grieving the heartbreaking loss of Ronell Johnson, a beloved musician, friend, colleague, and family member whose life and artistry touched so many.

For nearly 30 years, Ronell was part of the Preservation Hall family, performing multiple times a week at Preservation Hall in New Orleans and traveling the world with the Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Night after night, city after city, Ronell carried the spirit of New Orleans with him, sharing the music with audiences near and far.

Ronell had that rare and beautiful gift great musicians carry: he could lift a room the moment he began to play. He brought smiles to people’s faces and joy into their hearts. His musicianship was deep, soulful, generous, and full of life. He expressed love through his music, through his craft, and through the way he showed up for the people around him.

We all know that Ronell was a deeply giving person, someone who so often put others ahead of himself. He gave freely through his music, his presence, his spirit, and his heart. Now it is our time to give back to someone who gave all of us such a great gift: joy, music, and love.

At this very difficult time, Ronell’s family is carrying the emotional weight of his passing while also facing the financial burden of funeral expenses and medical care. As a community, we have both an opportunity and a responsibility to surround them with love, support, and relief.

We are raising funds to help cover Ronell’s funeral arrangements and outstanding medical expenses, and to give his family some measure of peace as they navigate the days ahead. No family should have to carry these burdens alone, especially while grieving someone so deeply loved.

At this time, funeral arrangements have not yet been announced. When arrangements have been made, we will share that information with our community.

Any contribution, large or small, will make a meaningful difference. Sharing this fundraiser is also a powerful way to help.

Ronell gave so much beauty to the world through his music, his spirit, and his presence. He gave us joy. He gave us love. He gave us the sound of a life devoted to music. Now it is our turn to give something back to him and to the family he leaves behind.

With gratitude, love, and deep respect,

The Preservation Hall Community / Friends of Ronell Johnson

Oliver Tree obit

Singer-Songwriter Oliver Tree Dies At 32 In Rio De Janeiro Helicopter Crash

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Oliver Tree, the singer-songwriter and record producer who first burst onto the indie scene with Whethan’s viral alternative pop track “When I’m Down,” has died at the age of 32, among one of six who perished in a helicopter crash in Brazil.

Per CNN, Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro confirmed Tree was among the fatalities in an accident involving two helicopters in the Recreio dos Bandeirantes neighborhood in the Southwest zone of the seaside city. Five who died were in one helicopter, while only the pilot was in the other.

The musician was in Rio de Janeiro amid his The World’s First World Tour, which kicked off May 30 in Mexico City, having just performed a show in São Paulo June 6. Tree was next scheduled to play the first show of the tour’s European leg in Lisbon, Portugal July 1.

In 2017, Tree was signed to Atlantic Records following the breakout success of “When I’m Down,” subsequently releasing his debut album, Ugly Is Beautiful, in 2020. The dance-pop musician achieved international recognition with popular songs like “Life Goes On” (from the deluxe edition of his inaugural album) and “Miss You” (a bonus track off of his third studio album Alone in a Crowd). His fourth and final studio album, Love You Madly Hate You Badly, was released April 24 via his independent label, Alien Boy Records.

According to preliminary reports from the fire department, the aircrafts collided mid-air before crashing into each other. Per CBC, the helicopters then crashed atop a car dealership with electric vehicles, with CNN reporting that approximately 20 vehicles were hit and caught fire.

In a statement, the Civil Police noted that an investigation is pending and a forensic examination of the scene has been requested.

Born in Santa Cruz, California, Tree signed to Atlantic Records in 2017 after his song "When I'm Down" went viral and released his debut studio album Ugly Is Beautiful on July 17, 2020, which included the RIAA gold and platinum-certified singles "Alien Boy", "Hurt", "Miracle Man" and "Let Me Down". He achieved international recognition with his songs "Life Goes On" in 2021 and "Miss You" in 2022.

Tree published his second studio album, Cowboy Tears on February 18, 2022, his third studio album, Alone in a Crowd, on September 29, 2023, and his fourth studio album, Love You Madly Hate You Badly, on April 24, 2026.

David Greenslade obit

Dave Greenslade Passed Away

 

He was not on the list.

I live within the concept of time. We all live within it, within its restrictions. It’s an important thing: it’s the only thing we’ve all got while we’re still alive. So we have to make the most of it,” Dave Greenslade told this scribe last year, and now one of the most brilliant British keyboard players has left our mortal coil. He might be forever associated with COLOSSEUM and GREENSLADE, but there was much to the veteran’s oeuvre, even though Dave never let neither conceptual thinking nor creative successes get in the way of his personality, and Greenslade remained soft-spoken and good-humored to the very end.

Dave was the main driver behind such classics as "The Valentyne Suite" by the first of the aforementioned ensembles, one he helped form, and “Pilgrim’s Progress” by the second, one he led and lent his name to. Yet Greenslade’s cinematic vision also resulted in his composing music for screen, including the soundtrack to the “Curriculee Curricula” where Chris Farlowe and Sonja Kristina starred, and, on the “From The Discworld” books that Sir Terry Pratchett asked him to illustrate musically. Still, for all such achievements, Dave was a wonderful human being, fondly remembered by everyone who’s ever been in touch with him. Greenslade retired in 2021 and was replaced in COLOSSEUM by Nick Steed, but continued to record and has been working on a second album in collaboration with Dave Thomas of BLONDE ON BLONDE – a project which, apparently, didn’t come to fruition. Now, Dave Greenslade followed Dick Heckstall-Smith and Jon Hiseman to the great gig in the sky. Farewell, my friend.

Anne Schedeen obit

Anne Schedeen, Actress Who Played the Mom on ‘ALF,’ Dies at 77

"She leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of creative energy, whip smart humor, delight in her family, adoration for little dogs, burning hatred for Trump, passion for second-hand thrifting, and love for a good story," read a social media post announcing her passing.

 She was not on the list.

Actress Anne Schedeen, best known for playing matriarch Kate Tanner on the late-’80s sitcom ALF, has died. She was 77.

“It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share Annie has passed peacefully,” reads a post on her official Facebook page. “She leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of creative energy, whip smart humor, delight in her family, adoration for little dogs, burning hatred for Trump, passion for second-hand thrifting, and love for a good story. We are bereft without her. We loved her so so much, as did all who met her.”

“She was a force. And it is unimaginable to think about life without her in it,” the Facebook post continued. “But as she said, ‘I’m always with you.’ And she’s right. The memories, artwork, belly laughter, handmade jewelry, oil paintings, sculptures, costumes, and all around joie de vivre live on. Raise a margarita in her honor.”

Her agent, Metropolitan Talent Agency CEO and president Tom Markley, also confirmed the news. “Anne was a true artist and friend. One of a kind. I’ll miss her,” he said.

A cause of death was not revealed.

Schedeen was born Luanne Ruth Schedeen on Jan. 8, 1949, and grew up on a farm outside of Portland, Ore. She once told The Washington Post that she started acting at age 6 “with teapots and flowers” and later took acting lessons at the Portland Civic Theater. She did local theater in Hawaii and studied at Portland State University and Fort Wright College in Spokane, Wash., before relocating to New York and taking a stab at acting professionally.

“It was a long wait. I sold clothes, modeled clothes, was a shoe model,” she said. “I played in summer stock and did a commercial. Then I got signed by a big agent. Within a month I had a contract with Universal. I thought I’d come out here, take fencing lessons, drive a small Thunderbird and sit by the swimming pool. Instead, I was the daughter on Marcus Welby, M.D.”

She landed roles in shows including Paper Dolls, Emergency! and Simon & Simon before ALF. Schedeen played Kate Tanner on the sitcom about a wisecracking alien who lands in the garage of a family who lives in suburban California and moves in with them. The series ran from September 1986 to March 1990 on NBC and spawned several spinoffs, including an animated show.

“When ALF came along it was another pilot season,” she says. “I kept reading scripts. I almost got involved with one, then withdrew at the last minute. Then I read ALF. I said, ‘This is funny. It makes me laugh.’ I met the people involved, I met ALF, and became more convinced I wanted to do it. That little alien made me laugh.”

However, Schedeen later revealed to People Magazine that working on the show was a “technical nightmare — extremely slow, hot and tedious. If you had a scene with ALF, it took centuries. A 30-minute show took 20 to 25 hours to shoot. Some of the actors in the cast had difficult personalities. The whole thing was a big, dysfunctional family.”

She is survived by her husband of 55 years Christopher Barrett, daughter Tay Barrett, daughter-in-law Hilary Flynn, sister Sarabeth Schedeen, niece Minnie Schedeen brother Roland “Tony” Schedeen and sister in-law Julieann Schedeen. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Habitat for Humanity.

Actress

ALF on ALF (2023)

ALF on ALF

7.7

TV Series

2023

 

Tiny Nuts (2014)

Tiny Nuts

6.1

TV Series

Anne

2014

1 episode

 

Paul Fusco and Mihaly 'Michu' Meszaros in ALF (1986)

ALF

7.4

TV Series

Kate Tanner

1986–2004

101 episodes

 

Judging Amy (1999)

Judging Amy

7.1

TV Series

Det. Peggy Fraser

2001

3 episodes

 

Teri Hatcher, Alec Baldwin, Mary Stuart Masterson, and Kelly Lynch in Heaven's Prisoners (1996)

Heaven's Prisoners

5.8

Jungle Room Patron

1996

 

Praying Mantis (1993)

Praying Mantis

5.2

TV Movie

Karen

1993

 

Perry Mason: The Case of the Maligned Mobster (1991)

Perry Mason: The Case of the Maligned Mobster

7.0

TV Movie

Paula Barrett

1991

 

Jill Eikenberry in Cast the First Stone (1989)

Cast the First Stone

5.5

TV Movie

Elaine Stanton

1989

 

Johnny Depp, Beverly D'Angelo, Eric Roberts, and Emily Longstreth in Slow Burn (1986)

Slow Burn

5.0

TV Movie

Mona

1986

 

Angela Lansbury in Murder, She Wrote (1984)

Murder, She Wrote

7.3

TV Series

Julia Granger

1986

1 episode

 

Tom Berenger, Liam Neeson, David Keith, and Madolyn Smith Osborne in If Tomorrow Comes (1986)

If Tomorrow Comes

7.7

TV Mini Series

Charlotte

1986

1 episode

 

Tom Selleck in Magnum, P.I. (1980)

Magnum, P.I.

7.5

TV Series

Audrey Gilbert

1986

1 episode

 

Gerald McRaney and Jameson Parker in Simon & Simon (1981)

Simon & Simon

7.1

TV Series

Claire StaffordBailey Randall

1982–1985

2 episodes

 

Carl Weathers and Joseph Bottoms in Braker (1985)

Braker

4.7

TV Movie

Lieutenant Polly Peters

1985

 

Paper Dolls (1984)

Paper Dolls

6.9

TV Series

Sara Frank

1984

13 episodes

 

Elliott Gould, Mary McDonnell, Corinne Bohrer, Conchata Ferrell, Shuko Akune, Lynne Moody, and Bruce A. Young in E/R (1984)

E/R

7.2

TV Series

Karen Sheridan

1984

1 episode

 

Ted Danson, Shelley Long, John Ratzenberger, George Wendt, Nicholas Colasanto, and Rhea Perlman in Cheers (1982)

Cheers

8.0

TV Series

Emily Phillips

1984

1 episode

 

Second Thoughts (1983)

Second Thoughts

5.2

Janis

1983

 

Little Darlings

TV Movie

Camp Counsellor

1982

 

John Ritter, Suzanne Somers, and Joyce DeWitt in Three's Company (1976)

Three's Company

7.6

TV Series

LindaLouise PrescottLisa Page

1978–1982

5 episodes

 

Semi-Tough (1980)

Semi-Tough

5.9

TV Series

Amanda

1980

1 episode

 

Lou Ferrigno and Bill Bixby in The Incredible Hulk (1977)

The Incredible Hulk

7.0

TV Series

Kimberly Dowd

1979

1 episode

 

Never Say Never

8.3

TV Movie

Dr. Sarah Keaton

1979

 

Charlie Aiken, Jarrod Johnson, and Jill Whelan in Friends (1979)

Friends

7.0

TV Series

Alice PriceMiss Price

1979

2 episodes

 

Champions: A Love Story (1979)

Champions: A Love Story

7.4

TV Movie

Diane Kachatorian

1979

 

Almost Heaven

5.1

TV Movie

Janie

1978

 

Project U.F.O. (1978)

Project U.F.O.

7.1

TV Series

Helen McNair

1978

1 episode

 

Robert Blake in Baretta (1975)

Baretta

6.7

TV Series

Linda

1978

1 episode

 

Eddie Albert and Robert Wagner in Switch (1975)

Switch

7.1

TV Series

LisaKeelie Blair

1975–1978

2 episodes

 

Exo-Man (1977)

Exo-Man

5.2

TV Movie

Emily Frost

1977

 

Meredith Baxter, Kristy McNichol, James Broderick, Gary Frank, Sada Thompson, Michael Schackelford, and David Schackelford in Family (1976)

Family

7.7

TV Series

Susie

1977

2 episodes

 

Raymond Burr in Kingston: Confidential (1976)

Kingston: Confidential

6.0

TV Series

Melanie Woods

1977

1 episode

 

Flight to Holocaust (1977)

Flight to Holocaust

5.8

TV Movie

Linda Michaels

1977

 

Art Carney in Lanigan's Rabbi (1976)

Lanigan's Rabbi

6.1

TV Series

Barbara James

1977

1 episode

 

Emergency! (1972)

Emergency!

7.9

TV Series

MargoNurseNurse Carol Waldo ...

1974–1976

6 episodes

 

Embryo (1976)

Embryo

5.1

Helen Holliston

1976

 

The Bionic Woman (1976)

The Bionic Woman

6.7

TV Series

Milly Wilson

1976

1 episode

 

Marcus Welby, M.D. (1969)

Marcus Welby, M.D.

7.0

TV Series

Sandy PorterMrs. Elizabeth CarstairsMariette

1974–1976

12 episodes

 

Alex Rocco in Three for the Road (1975)

Three for the Road

7.4

TV Series

1975

1 episode

 

Dennis Weaver in McCloud (1970)

McCloud

7.0

TV Series

Tina

1975

1 episode

 

You Lie So Deep, My Love (1975)

You Lie So Deep, My Love

6.6

TV Movie

Ellen

1975

 

David Hartman in Lucas Tanner (1974)

Lucas Tanner

6.9

TV Series

Flight Attendant Carolyn

1974

1 episode

 

Raymond Burr and Barbara Sigel in Ironside (1967)

Ironside

6.9

TV Series

Vicki

1974

1 episode

 

Sally Struthers and James Franciscus in Aloha Means Goodbye (1974)

Aloha Means Goodbye

6.4

TV Movie

Stewardess

1974

 

Teresa Graves in Get Christie Love! (1974)

Get Christie Love!

6.5

TV Series

Gloria

1974

1 episode

 

Lee Majors in The Six Million Dollar Man (1973)

The Six Million Dollar Man

7.1

TV Series

Tina Larson

1974

1 episode

 

Self

Family Comedy Hour

6.3

TV Special

Self

1987

 

Archive Footage

History of the Sitcom (2021)

History of the Sitcom

7.2

TV Series

Self - Kate Tanner (archive footage)

2021

1 episode

 

Fan des années 80 (2009)

Fan des années 80

TV Series

Kate Tanner (archive footage)

2010

1 episode

 

Paul Fusco and Mihaly 'Michu' Meszaros in ALF (1986)

ALF

7.4

TV Series

Kate Tanner (archive footage)

1988

2 episodes

 

Dee Palmer obit

Dee Palmer 1937-2026

 

She was not on the list.

We learned today of the sad passing of former JethroTull member Dee Palmer who died at home in Shropshire supported by some family members at the bedside.

Dee had not been well during the last couple of years but, last time we spoke earlier in the year, was still planning to record with an orchestra the music score of the ballet The Water’s Edge which Dee (David, back then) Martin Barre and I had written for performances by the Scottish Ballet in 1979. I had agreed to play flute on the new recording and assumed it was delayed but still on the cards.

As David Palmer, Dee had first had written brass section parts and conducted them on the track Move On Alone written by Mick Abrahams for our first Album This Was back in 1968. A few months later, I asked him to come up with the lovely string quartet arrangement for “A Christmas Song” which was released on the B-side of our our single Love Story in November 1968.

Following on during the next years, David was to continue in the arranger and conductor role notably on the Aqualung, WarChild, Minstrel In The Gallery and Too Old To Rock And Roll…. albums, eventually joining Tull as second keyboard player covering all the string parts on electronic keyboards from 1976 until 1980.

His other solo work mainly involved orchestral versions of various classic rock albums originally by such bands as Genesis, Yes, Pink Floyd and Queen as well as the Tull album A Classic Case with the London Symphony Orchestra on which some members of Tull contributed instrumental additions.

David transitioned to Dee following psychological and medical consultations with surgery in 2004 following the death of his wife Maggie. He is survived by their four children.

In 2018 Dee released the album Through Darkened Glass which includes the reworking of several lines and song arrangement ideas I recall from our many sessions together working on new ideas in the 70s. In more recent years, Dee toured with The Martin Barre Band in the USA and Latin America.

My own favourite personal memories are mostly of the pipe-smoking, deep-voiced and creative co-conspirator with whom I enjoyed many a hot curry and a good blether under billowing clouds of St Bruno flake.

RIP Dave/Dee – no smoking in heaven apparently…

- Ian Anderson June 13th 2026

Going about her early career as a jobbing arranger and conductor of recording sessions, Palmer recorded her first album project, Nicola, in 1967 with Bert Jansch. She was then referred to Terry Ellis, then manager of the early Jethro Tull, who were recording their first album at Sound Techniques Studio in Chelsea, London. At short notice, Palmer came up with arrangements for the horns and strings on the Mick Abrahams composition, "Move on Alone" from the This Was album. This work and professional performance endeared her to the band and she was soon to visit them again, with a string quartet arrangement to "A Christmas Song". Palmer arranged string, brass, and woodwind parts for Jethro Tull songs in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and was an arranger for the 1969 Stand Up album, before formally joining the group in 1976 and primarily playing electronic keyboard instruments.

In 1980, leader Ian Anderson intended to release the album A with other musicians as a solo project, but was persuaded by his record label to release it instead under the Jethro Tull name. This resulted in every member of the group, including Palmer, leaving except guitarist Martin Barre and Anderson himself. Palmer formed a new group, Tallis, with former Jethro Tull pianist and organist John Evan. The new group was not commercially successful, and Palmer returned to film scoring and sessions.

Aldon Smith obit

Aldon Smith, ex-49ers star and single-season sacks record-holder, dies at age 36

Former San Francisco 49ers pass rusher Aldon Smith has died at the age of 36.

 

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Aldon Smith, a former 49ers pass rusher and the franchise record-holder for sacks in a single season, died at the age of 36 on Saturday.

The 49ers announced the news in a statement, but no cause of death was provided.

"We are devastated by the sudden and tragic passing of Aldon Smith," the statement reads. "Aldon’s undeniable talent and sheer dominance on the field were on display from the moment he joined our organization, having recorded one of the best rookie seasons the National Football League has seen. Beyond his excellence as a player, Aldon will be remembered for his infectious smile that lit up every room he walked into. Our entire organization sends its deepest condolences to the Smith family and all who knew and loved Aldon."

Smith became a star early in his NFL career, reaching 30 career quarterback sacks faster than any player in league history.

In 2012, his second NFL season, he registered 19.5 sacks with the 49ers -- a franchise record that still stands -- and was named the winner of the Bill Walsh Award for best representing the standard of excellence the legendary coach established with the franchise while winning three Super Bowls in the 1980s.

A No. 7 overall selection in the 2011 NFL Draft by the 49ers, Smith appeared in 50 games (30 starts) and registered 152 tackles, 44.0 sacks, five passes defensed, five forced fumbles, one interception and one fumble recovery during his four seasons in San Francisco. Smith also appeared in eight postseason contests (six starts) and totaled 20 tackles, 5.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.

The 49ers released Smith in the summer of 2015 following his third DUI arrest since he entered the NFL as the No. 7 overall pick in 2011. He served a nine-game suspension the previous year for violations of the league’s personal conduct and substance abuse policies. In 2013, he took a five-game leave of absence to enter into treatment.

More problems followed Smith after his 49ers tenure ended; he played the 2015 NFL season with the then-Oakland Raiders, then was away from the game for four full seasons. The NFL reinstated him in 2020, and he played for the Dallas Cowboys.

Smith served a six-month jail sentence in 2023 in San Mateo County Jail after pleading no contest for a 2021 DUI crash.

The Las Vegas Raiders also shared a statement Saturday mourning Smith's passing.

During a 2024 interview on "49ers Talk," Smith told NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco that his off-field struggles helped him realize "the relationship we have with ourselves is the most important thing," and expressed excitement about sharing the progress he had made through rehab and therapy.

That year, he went on to serve as a mentor for rookies with the Jacksonville Jaguars and Las Vegas Raiders.

He played college football for the Missouri Tigers and was selected by the San Francisco 49ers with the seventh overall pick in the 2011 NFL draft. Smith was a first-team All-Pro and a Pro Bowl selection as an outside linebacker with the 49ers in 2012. He also played at defensive end for the Oakland Raiders and Dallas Cowboys.

According to ESPN, the former NFL defensive lineman "died Saturday (June 13, 2026) in the Bay Area. He was 36." Smith's friend tried to revive him after finding the former NFL star slumped over inside a truck, The San Francisco Chronicle reported.The Chronicle reported that Smith spent his last hours helping deliver pizzas to a homeless charity

Appearing on Keyshawn Johnson's "All Facts, No Breaks" podcast in June 2024, Smith told Johnson he was hoping his journey could be a cautionary tale for young players trying to make their way.

"I'm grateful for my journey so far because of where I am now," Smith told Johnson. "Just my plan, how I want to interact with the world I'm in and the people I get to meet, I don't think it would have been possible if I didn't have the journey I've had so far."

 

Career information

High school     Raytown (Raytown, Missouri)

College            Missouri (2008–2010)

NFL draft        2011: 1st round, 7th overall pick

Career history

San Francisco 49ers (2011–2014)

Oakland Raiders (2015–2017)

Dallas Cowboys (2020)

Seattle Seahawks (2021)*

* Offseason and/or practice squad member only

Awards and highlights

First-team All-Pro (2012)

Pro Bowl (2012)

PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)

First-team All-Big 12 (2010)

Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year (2009)

Career NFL statistics

Total tackles    228

Sacks   52.5

Interceptions    1

Forced fumbles            6

Fumble recoveries       3

Pass deflections           10

Defensive touchdowns            1

Görel Hanser obit

ABBA in mourning - Görel Hanser dead

 He was not on the list.

ABBA's longtime collaborator Görel Hanser has died at the age of 78. She was the Swedish supergroup's right-hand woman for decades.

The four members of ABBA announced the passing of Görel Hanser on social media.

"It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Görel Hanser. We have lost our most beloved friend and closest colleague. It is a huge loss," the members of ABBA wrote in a post on Instagram.

Görel Hanser began working as an assistant to Stikkan Anderson, who was ABBA's manager at the start of the group's success, in the 1960s. The members of ABBA parted ways with Stikkan Anderson in the 1980s, and Görel Hanser later became the group's manager and close collaborator, an important cog in the large empire the members built around various projects.

Görel Hanser was married to photographer Anders Hanser, who took many of the classic photos of ABBA in the 1970s.

Peter Heppelthwaite obit

Only Fools and Horses star dies suddenly as tributes flood in

The actor starred in EastEnders and an Only Fools and Horses spin-off

 

He was not on the list.

Peter Heppelthwaite has sadly died, with tributes pouring in for the actor who played the role of Jed in the Only Fools and Horses spin-off The Green Green Grass. The London-born actor was 59 years old and died suddenly on Saturday, June 13. His agency, Apollo Artist Management, confirmed the heartbreaking news in an official statement, which read: "We are heartbroken to share the sad news that our wonderful client and friend, Peter Heppelthwaite, passed away yesterday.

“Peter was a hugely gifted actor, director, teacher and mentor, with a warmth and generosity that reached far beyond the work itself. He brought humour, heart and complete commitment to everything he did, and he had that rare ability to make people feel seen, supported and better for having known him.

“His career took him across television, theatre and film, but his impact was much bigger than a list of credits.

“Peter gave so much to other performers, especially young actors finding their confidence and their voice. He cared deeply, worked tirelessly, and left a mark on everyone lucky enough to cross his path.

“We feel incredibly proud to have represented him. Our thoughts and love are with Peter’s family, friends, students, colleagues and all who loved him. Rest peacefully, Pete. You will be very deeply missed.”

Georgia Hewer-Heppelthwaite, the star's daughter paid a touching tribute to her beloved dad on social media which read: “After the most incredible fight, our epic dad, Peter Heppelthwaite, passed away peacefully yesterday holding our hands. Everyone who knows dad will know that this is a man who never gave up, loved deeply, and was just unafraid of doing absolutely everything to the fullest.

“His life was shortened but immensely full of love, passion and determination that we will carry with us always. We’re still in shock so please understand if we feel too overwhelmed to respond to anything right now but please don’t feel sorry for our loss."

The sad news was also shared by the Only Fools and Horses Appreciation Society earlier today, which posted on Facebook: “It comes with great shock and sadness that we have to report the death of actor Peter Heppelthwaite, Jed from the Only Fools spin-off ‘The Green Green Grass’. Our heartfelt condolences and warm wishes go out to his family and close friends.”

 

Actor

John Challis and Sue Holderness in The Green Green Grass (2005)

The Green Green Grass

6.6

TV Series

Jed

2005–2009

30 episodes

 

My Family (2000)

My Family

7.5

TV Series

NevBar Manager

2002–2004

2 episodes

 

Ryan Cartwright, Martin Freeman, Ken Morley, Peter Serafinowicz, and Susan Earl in Hardware (2003)

Hardware

6.9

TV Series

Builder DaveBuilder

2003–2004

4 episodes

 

Hotel Getaway

8.8

TV Series

Barman Celebrity Chef

2000–2003

8 episodes

 

Swiss Toni (2003)

Swiss Toni

6.7

TV Series

2003

1 episode

 

Serious and Organised (2003)

Serious and Organised

5.7

TV Series

Richie Eldridge

2003

1 episode

 

Ricky Gervais in The Office (2001)

The Office

8.5

TV Series

2002

1 episode

 

Bill Bailey, Tamsin Greig, and Dylan Moran in Black Books (2000)

Black Books

8.4

TV Series

Book Return Man

2002

1 episode

 

Sarah Alexander, Gina Bellman, Richard Coyle, Jack Davenport, Kate Isitt, and Ben Miles in Coupling (2000)

Coupling

8.5

TV Series

Walter

2001

1 episode

 

Randall & Hopkirk (Deceased) (2000)

Randall & Hopkirk (Deceased)

6.6

TV Series

Jim the Foreman

2001

1 episode

 

The Bill (1984)

The Bill

6.7

TV Series

Nick DeanPaul ChinneryRoger Spinks ...

1994–2001

4 episodes

 

Sex 'n' Death (1999)

Sex 'n' Death

6.6

TV Movie

Mac

1999

 

EastEnders (1985)

EastEnders

4.8

TV Series

Linal

1996

2 episodes

 

London's Burning (1988)

London's Burning

7.1

TV Series

Furniture Dealer

1994

1 episode

 

Georgina Cates, Julia Hills, Belinda Lang, Gary Olsen, and John Pickard in 2point4 Children (1991)

2point4 Children

7.0

TV Series

Chas1st Builder

1991–1993

2 episodes

 

Screen One (1985)

Screen One

6.9

TV Series

Photographer

1992

1 episode

 

In Sickness and in Health (1985)

In Sickness and in Health

7.0

TV Series

Workman

1992

1 episode

 

Annette Crosbie and Richard Wilson in One Foot in the Grave (1990)

One Foot in the Grave

7.9

TV Series

Workman

1992

1 episode

 

Archive Footage

John Challis and Sue Holderness in The Green Green Grass (2005)

The Green Green Grass

6.6

TV Series

Jed (archive footage, uncredited)

2009

1 episode