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Acclaimed soul singer Charles Bradley who released his first album at the age of 62, died Saturday following a long bout with cancer. He was 68. “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Charles Bradley. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time,” the singer’s rep announced. The Facebook post continued: “Mr. Bradley was truly grateful for all the love he’s received from his fans and we hope his message of love is remembered and carried on. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. “In lieu of flowers,...

Rest in peace, Charles Bradley. 

The soul singer died on Saturday after battling cancer, Et confirms. He was 68. 

Bradley blossomed as a singer later in life, releasing his first album, No Time for Dreaming, in 2011 at age 62. He started performing in the '90s under the name Black Velvet as a James Brown impersonator, before catching the attention of Daptone co-founder Gabriel Roth, who began releasing singles by Bradley in 2002. 

Bradley was the subject of a documentary, Soul of America, which premiered at South by Southwest in 2012, and released two more albums after No Time for Dreaming -- 2013's Victim of Love and 2016's Changes.

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He was diagnosed with stomach cancer in October 2016, and received a clean bill of health earlier this year, before the cancer returned and spread to his liver.

According to Bradley's rep, the singer died surrounded by family and friends, including members...

The “Rhinestone Cowboy” is finally at rest.

Family and friends of Glen Campbell said their final goodbyes Thursday to the late singer in Nashville at the Cma Theater in the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Kim Campbell, the iconic singer’s wife, delivered a touching eulogy for her husband, calling him “the love of my life.”

“There were no secrets with Glen. He was the real deal all the time,” she said. “Glen was open and honest about his struggles and humbly gave God all the glory for turning his life around.”

Kim described watching the solar eclipse on Monday,...

2017-08-09T07:34:12-07:00Glen Campbell's Public Fight with Alzheimer's Ends

Legendary country music singer Glen Campbell died on Tuesday, August 8. He was 81.

The “Rhinestone Cowboy” singer, whose career spanned six decades, reportedly passed away in a Nashville facility for Alzheimer’s patients, TMZ reports. Campbell revealed that he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2011, though he suffered from memory loss for years before, and announced that he was retiring from music due to the disease.

Campbell’s family confirmed the news of the tragic passing by posting an emotional statement on the singer’s personal website on Tuesday. "It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and legendary singer and guitarist, Glen Travis Campbell, at the age of 81, following his long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease,” the statement reads. "In lieu of flowers, donations can...

The death of country legend Glen Campbell on Tuesday caused an outpouring of love and support from the music industry, with many stars sharing their sympathies on Twitter.

The “Rhinestone Cowboy” singer died in Nashville at the age of 81, his family confirmed in a statement posted to his website.

Musicians like Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Tim McGraw and Dolly Parton shared their memories and opened up about how Campbell had inspired them.

“Heartbroken,” wrote his daughter Ashley on Instagram. “I owe him everything I am, and everything I ever will be. He will be remembered so well and with so much love.

Rest in peace, Glen Campbell.

The legendary country singer died on Tuesday after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease, according to a statement on his website. He was 81.

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Campbell was best known for his 1975 hit, "Rhinestone Cowboy," but released more than 70 albums throughout his 50-year career. He won four GRAMMYs in the country and pop categories in 1976, and won Cma's Entertainer of the Year award in 1968.

Outside of the music world, Campbell will be remembered as an actor and TV host, as he starred in his own variety show, The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour, on CBS from 1969-1972. He also starred in the 2014 documentary, I'll Be Me, which documented his farewell tour and struggle with Alzheimer's disease.

Campbell is survived by his wife, Kim, and eight children.

"Heartbroken. I owe him everything I am, and everything I ever will be," his daughter...

Country music fans are mourning the loss of a legend. E! News can confirm "Rhinestone Cowboy" singer Glen Campbell died Tuesday morning in Nashville. He was 81. "It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and legendary singer and guitarist, Glen Travis Campbell, at the age of 81, following his long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease," a statement read on his personal website. "In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Glen Campbell Memorial Fund at BrightFocus Foundation through the CareLiving.org donation page."  His wife Kim Campbell also shared a statement that read, "The family...

Glen Campbell has died. The country legend was 81.

Campbell died Tuesday in Nashville, his family confirmed in a statement posted to his website.

“It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and legendary singer and guitarist, Glen Travis Campbell, at the age of 81, following his long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease … In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Glen Campbell Memorial Fund at BrightFocus Foundation through the CareLiving.org donation page.”

The family adds, “A personal statement from Kim Campbell will follow. The family appreciates...

Sad news for famed golf commentator David Feherty ... who revealed his son, Shey, passed away from a drug overdose on his 29th birthday.  "My first born son is gone from me, dying from an overdose on his 29th birthday," Feherty posted on social media ... "Bless his sweet heart, I will fight on." Shey died on July 29th. Funeral services are set for Tuesday.  The former PGA golfer has also battled substance abuse himself and previously...

True Blood‘s Nelsan Ellis, who died at the age of 39, is being remembered by friends and former co-stars.

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Ellis, who played Lafayette Reynolds on the HBO vampire drama and Shinwell Johnson on CBS’ Elementary, died due to complications from heart failure. Anna Paquin, Stephen Moyer and Joe Manganiello, who respectively played Sookie Stackhouse, Bill Compton and Alcide Herveaux on True Blood, took to social media to express their grief over the loss of “a phenomenally talented,” “wonderful person.”

It was an utter privilege to work with the phenomenally talented and deeply...

A Pennsylvania family is mourning the loss of their 15-year-old daughter with a heartbreaking obituary.

Sadie Riggs took her own life on Monday after an incident with “bullies” at her school made her “feel worthless,” according to Sadie’s mother, Beverly Dodson Riggs, who addressed the incident in her daughter’s eulogy.

“In an effort to debunk the rumors about Sadie’s death we would like to share this information. Yes, Sadie took her own life, she hung herself,” the obituary on the Louis Geisel Funeral Home website stated.

“It is hard to fathom that someone so young could be so troubled.

He also helmed Philadelphia, The Manchurian Candidate and Rachel Getting Married.

Filmmaker Jonathan Demme has died aged 73, his publicist has confirmed.

In a statement to Screen International they said:

“I would like to correct and clarify reports on Jonathan Demme’s death.

“Sadly, I can confirm that Jonathan passed away early this morning in his Manhattan apartment, surrounded by his wife, Joanne Howard, and three children. He died from complications from esophageal cancer and is survived by his children Ramona, age 29, and her husband James Molloy, Brooklyn, age 26, and Jos, age 21.

“There will be a private family funeral. Any possible further plans will be announce later. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to Americans For Immigrant Justice in Miami, Fl. www.aijustice.org”

Demme’s most famous film was Silence Of The Lambs in 1991. It won five Oscars, including best picture and best director for Demme.

He also directed...

The family of Charlie Holt, the 5-year-old boy who was killed after he became caught in a rotating wall at a restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia, on Friday, is speaking out after their son’s tragic death.

“Charlie Holt was the sweetest, most accepting, and lovable child who had a hug for everyone. He never met a person or an animal whom he did not immediately love,” the family said in a statement. “Everyone was his friend. His thirst for knowledge and adventure was infectious. Everyone so loved sweet little Charlie.”

At 3:26 p.m. on Friday, the Atlanta Police responded...

Martin Scorsese pays tribute: “It was like listening to a great jazz musician wail.”

Don Rickles, legendary comedian and actor, died on Thursday in Los Angeles of kidney failure. He was 90.

Born in New York City, Rickles began his career in nightclubs where he earned his reputation as an insult comic after his manner of responding to hecklers became as popular as the material itself.

Rickles’ career spanned more than six decades and included continued stand-up routines, acting in television and film, as well as regular appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and Late Show with David Letterman.

The comedian may be best known to contemporary audiences as the voice of Mr. Potato Head in Pixar’s Toy Story films, including the latest instalment, Toy Story 4, due to hit theatres in 2019.

He got his break in the 1958 war film Run Silent Run Deep alongside Clark Gable and Burt Lancaster, followed by dramatic...

Legendary comedian had roles in Toy Story and Casino.

Don Rickles, legendary comedian and actor, died on Thursday in Los Angeles of kidney failure. He was 90.

Born in New York City, Rickles began his career in nightclubs where he earned his reputation as an insult comic after his manner of responding to hecklers became as popular as the material itself.

Rickles’ career spanned more than six decades and included continued stand-up routines, acting in television and film, as well as regular appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and Late Show with David Letterman.

The comedian may be best known to contemporary audiences as the voice of Mr. Potato Head in Pixar’s Toy Story films, including the latest instalment, Toy Story 4, due to hit theatres in 2019.

He got his break in the 1958 war film Run Silent Run Deep alongside Clark Gable and Burt Lancaster, followed by dramatic turns in The Rabbit Trap and X: The Man With The X-Ray Eyes...

Earlier today, we reportedly the sad news that Hollywood has lost another legend, with comedian Don Rickles passing away at the age of 90. His publicist confirmed that the iconic insult comic passed in his Los Angeles home, from kidney failure. As word of his passing spread, Hollywood icons left and right paid tribute to the late comedian through social media, to honor this late legend.

While most sent out their tributes through Twitter, others released lengthier tributes elsewhere. Rolling Stone caught up with Gilbert Gottfried, who summed up the the late comedian's legacy with a heartfelt statement that explained why Rickles will go down in history as one of the best comedians ever. Here's what Gilbert Gottfried had to say.

"Don Rickles was never politically correct, and he would never apologize for any of it. He was totally unapologetic about his comedy. So I admired that and looked at him...

David Letterman is saying goodbye to the late Don Rickles, who made numerous appearances on his late-night programs throughout the past three decades.

In a statement to People on Thursday, Rickles’ longtime rep Paul Shefrin said: “Emmy-Award winning iconic comedian Don Rickles passed away at his home Los Angeles this morning (Thursday) as a result of kidney failure.”

Prior to his death, the veteran comedian and actor sat down with the former Late Night and Late Show host a handful of times.

After learning of Rickles’ death, Letterman, 69, said in a statement obtained by People: “Don coming on our show...

Three weeks prior to his death, Don Rickles shared his final tweet, which he made in loving tribute to his wife, Barbara.

On March 11, Rickles celebrated his 52nd wedding anniversary with his bride and expressed his love for her on Twitter.

“We are celebrating our 52nd Wedding Anniversary March 14th. Happy Anniversary my dear wife, Barbara. You are my life. Xo Pussycat (Me),” he tweeted.

We are celebrating our 52nd Wedding Anniversary March 14th. Happy Anniversary my dear wife, Barbara. You are my life. ❤️❌⭕Pussycat

(Me)

— Don Rickles (@DonRickles) March 12, 2017

Rickles married Barbara in 1965 and shared two children with her: their late son Larry Rickles,...

Don Rickles' fans, friends and peers have been expressing their condolences after hearing news of the comedian's death.

Et confirmed that Rickles died on Thursday morning in his Los Angeles home from kidney failure. He was 90.

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Rickles' impact on the comedy and entertainment industry was certainly felt as celebrities have been posting tributes to the late comedian since learning of his death. Here's a look at what the stars are sharing in remembrance of Rickles:

Bob and Ginnie Newhart: "He was called 'The Merchant of Venom,' but in truth, he was one of the kindest, caring and most sensitive human beings we have ever known. We are devastated and our world will never be the same. We were totally unprepared for this."

Jim Carrey: "Don once begged me for a couple of bucks then told me to twist myself into a pretzel. Ego slayer...

Don Rickles’ many famous friends and fans are taking to social media in the wake of his death to mourn and share memories of the beloved comedian.

The legendary insult comic died on Thursday, with his longtime representative Paul Shefrin telling People in a statement: “Emmy-Award winning iconic comedian Don Rickles passed away at his home Los Angeles this morning (Thursday) as a result of kidney failure.”

“Rickles would have turned 91 on May 8. Rickles also had great success as an actor and best-selling author,” he continued. “He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Barbara, as well as their daughter...

Don Rickles, who made his name as a devastating insult comic but endeared himself to a new generation of fans as Toy Story‘s Mr. Potato Head, has died at age 90.

The legendary comedian’s longtime representative Paul Shefrin tells People in a statement: “Emmy-Award winning iconic comedian Don Rickles passed away at his home Los Angeles this morning (Thursday) as a result of kidney failure.”

“Rickles would have turned 91 on May 8. Rickles also had great success as an actor and best-selling author,” he continued. “He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Barbara, as well as their daughter Mindy Mann and her husband Ed,...

Days after their daughter’s body was found in a shallow grave six miles from her West Texas home, the family of Zuzu Verk says they knew her relationship with her boyfriend was volatile — but that they didn’t expect it to end in death.

Zuzu, a 21-year-old conservation biology student at Sul Ross State University in Alpine, was reported missing in October before her remains were recently identified. Her boyfriend, Robert Fabian, has been identified by police as the main suspect in her death.

Speaking with People, Lori Verk says her daughter broke up with Fabian several times in...

On TV, Florence Henderson was Maureen McCormick's doting mother, and in real life, she was one of her best friends.

McCormick sat down with Et on Monday following Henderson's death from heart failure, and she opened up about the iconic star's impact on her life.

"She was an incredible example of how to life your life," McCormick tells Et's Nancy O'Dell. "She was that sweet. She really was. She was the loveliest of ladies."

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Henderson famously played matriarch Carol Brady for the five immensely popular seasons of The Brady Bunch (1969-1974), while McCormick played her eldest daughter, Marcia. McCormick recalls being 12 years old when she met Henderson, who left an indelible first impression.

"I was just like, 'Wow! She's so beautiful,'" McCormick fondly remembers. "That woman in no makeup was the most beautiful thing."

Away from The Brady Bunch set, McCormick spent "pretty...

Kimberly Williams-Paisley is mourning the death of her mother, Linda Williams.

The Father of the Bride star took to Instagram on Thursday to pay tribute to her mom, who died on Wednesday after a long bout with dementia. She was 73.

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"I will remember you this way, Mom. Rest in love and peace. Linda Williams: June 22nd, 1943-November 16, 2016...

With the Chicago Cubs on the brink of their first World Series title in 108 years, the team’s many followers are bringing a whole new meaning to the phrase die-hard fan.

From planting pennants and flags at grave sites to texting numbers that have long been reassigned, Cubs fans are making sure the devoted fans in their lives who didn’t live to see Tuesday’s series opener against the Cleveland Indians aren’t completely left out of the celebration.

As the Cubs prepared to face off in their first playoff game against the San Francisco Giants, Dan Yara texted his grandpa.

Miami Marlins players joined scores of fans who gathered at Marlins Park in the Miami neighborhood of Little Havana Wednesday to honor star pitcher José Fernández, who was tragically killed in a weekend boat crash along with two friends. He was 24. Marlins team members bowed their heads and cried as they wore R.I.P. shirts and circled Fernández's hearse before walking with their hands touching the car as it rode down the processional. Afterwards, teammates hugged each other and cried. Tearful fans chanted "Jose, Jose" as the hearse drove by, and took turns signing a wall bearing the number...

Miami Marlins players joined scores of fans who gathered at Marlins Park in the Miami neighborhood of Little Havana Wednesday to honor star pitcher José Fernández, who was tragically killed in a weekend boat crash along with two friends. He was 24. Marlins team members bowed their heads and cried as they wore R.I.P. shirts and circled Fernández's hearse before walking with their hands touching the car as it rode down the processional. Afterwards, teammates hugged each other and cried. Tearful fans chanted "Jose, Jose" as the hearse drove by, and took turns signing a wall bearing the number...

Garry Marshall, creator of Happy Days and director of Pretty Woman, has died. He was 81. Marshall, most known for developing and directing some of the most beloved TV shows and films, passed away on Tuesday evening of complications from pneumonia following a stroke at a hospital in Burbank, California, People can confirm. "He loved telling stories, making people laugh, and playing softball, winning numerous championships. Even at age 81, he had a record this year of 6-1 pitching for his team," his family said in a statement to People. A memorial is being planned for his birthday on November 13. Funeral services will be private.

Garry Marshall, creator of Happy Days and director of Pretty Woman, has died. He was 81. Marshall, most known for developing and directing some of the most beloved TV shows and films, passed away on Tuesday evening of complications from pneumonia following a stroke at a hospital in Burbank, California, People can confirm. "He loved telling stories, making people laugh, and playing softball, winning numerous championships. Even at age 81, he had a record this year of 6-1 pitching for his team," his family said in a statement to People. A memorial is being planned for his birthday on November 13. Funeral services will be private.

The publicist who worked with Barbra Streisand, The Beatles and The Rolling Stones and advised Bill Clinton and Israeli premier Yitzhak Rabin has died at his Los Angeles home. He was 86.

David Horowitz’s wife Lynn confirmed on Monday that the longtime publicist, awards campaign specialist and Civil Rights activist died on July 17.

Horowitz was born on July 21, 1929, in New York City. The family relocated to Miami and then Los Angeles, where he attended UCLA as a pre-med student before finding his way into advertising.

He served as an account executive at The Goodman Organization, handling Warner Bros, United Artists, and American International Pictures. As a unit publicist he worked on Billy Wilder’s Irma La Douce and The Fortune Cookie.

Horowitz’ in-house roles of note included president of corporate entertainment, president of the film division and president of the TV division at Rogers & Cowan. He went to Warner Bros in the 1970s, first as the...

A memorial service has been scheduled for veteran TV producer Ian Sander, who died Tuesday at the age of 68. It’s set for 10 Am, Monday, May 9 at Valley Beth Shalom, 15739 Ventura Blvd. in Encino, CA. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that you please make a donation to a scholarship fund that has been set up in Sander’s name at the USC School of Cinematic Arts (click here for link). If you would like to make a gift, click on "Customize Gift" and select “The Ian…...

The country music world is mourning the loss of Joey Feek, who died of terminal cancer at age 40 Friday. Husband Rory indicated she passed at 2:30 p.m. while "surrounded by loved ones." Many friends and family have expressed their condolences to the Feek family, including fellow country singer Carrie Underwood. "Praying for the family & friends of Joey Feek. A beautiful soul moved into heaven today. A beautiful legacy she left behind. @joeyandrory," Underwood tweeted following the news of Joey's passing. Blake Shelton shared, "So sad to hear about Joeys passing." During Shelton's Nashville concert at the Bridgestone Arena, opening...

Angela "Big Ang" Raiola's family is beginning the preparations to honor the late VH1 star.

Raiola's loved ones started a "Book of Memories" page on the Scarpaci Funeral Home website, an online memorial available for those wishing to pay tribute to Raiola, who died early Thursday at the age of 55 after battling stage 4 cancer.

The page includes details about upcoming visitations and Raiola's official service.

There will be four visitations at the Scarpaci Funeral Home in Brooklyn, New York: two on Saturday and two on Sunday.

The funeral service will take place on Monday at 9:30 a.m. at the...

Angela "Big Ang" Raiola's family is beginning the preparations to honor the late VH1 star. Raiola's loved ones started a "Book of Memories" page on the Scarpaci Funeral Home website, an online memorial available for those wishing to pay tribute to Raiola, who died early Thursday at the age of 55 after battling stage 4 cancer. The page includes details about upcoming visitations and Raiola's official service. There will be four visitations at the Scarpaci Funeral Home in Brooklyn, New York: two on Saturday and two on Sunday. The funeral service will take place on Monday at 9:30 a.m. at the...

Tribeca Film has acquired Us rights to Christopher Menaul’s Summer In February starring Dominic Cooper, Dan Stevens and Emily Browning.

Jonathan Smith adapted his novel of the same name about a love triangle involving the painter Sir Alfred Munnings.

Tribeca Film will release on January 7 2014 on digital followed by theatrical 10 days later. The distributor brokered the deal with uMedia on behalf of the film-makers.

GoDigital has acquired North American and limited international rights for VOD and digital platforms for the romance In Lieu Of Flowers. William Savage wrote and directed the Patina Pictures tale starring Josh Pence, Spencer Grammer, Nate Corddry and Melissa Rauch.Echo Bridge Entertainment has taken international rights to family film Hamlet & Hutch starring Burt Reynolds and Elizabeth Leiner and crime thriller Sunken City.

Exclusive: Nate Corddry (Harry’s Law, Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip) has been tapped as the male lead in Chuck Lorre’s CBS comedy pilot Mom. The multi-camera project, which Lorre co-wrote on spec with two members of his Two And A Half Men team — executive producer Eddie Gorodetsky and story editor Gemma Baker — stars Anna Faris as Christy, a newly sober single mom who tries to pull her life together in Napa Valley. Corddry, repped by Wme and the Group Entertainment, will play Gabriel, the married boss with whom Christy is having an affair. Allison Janney co-stars as Christy’s mom. Corddry, who was pursued for multiple pilots, will next be seen in the features The Heat, In Lieu Of Flowers and Girl Most Likely and voices a regular role on the new Disney Xd animation series Tron: Uprising. Amanda Lund has landed the female lead opposite Craig Robinson...