Eastwood says Shia LaBeouf was the 'psychopath' he clashed with on Fury set
Scott Eastwood reveals he had a confrontation on the Fury set and identifies Shia LaBeouf as the actor involved, describing him as a 'psychopath' during filming.
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Sam Neill dies at 78 from pneumonia, agent confirms
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, famed for Jurassic Park, died in a Sydney hospital at 78 from pneumonia, his longtime agent said. He had been treated for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and was cancer-free at his death, with CAR-T therapy noted as part of his battle; four projects were completed in the past year, and tributes poured in from colleagues and fans.
Sam Neill, Jurassic Park Star, Dies at 78; Tributes Pour In
Sam Neill, the Northern Ireland-born New Zealand actor famed for playing Dr. Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, has died at 78 in Sydney after years living with cancer. Tributes flooded in from leaders and colleagues, highlighting his generosity and talent. He was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2023, which went into remission but required ongoing treatment; a 2026 scan showed no cancer, and his family said he was cancer-free at death. Knighted in 2022 and survived by four children and eight grandchildren, Neill remained active in film and TV with posthumous projects planned after his final roles in The Fox (2025) and Untamed (2025).
Sam Neill, Jurassic Park’s Alan Grant, Dies at 78
Sam Neill, the New Zealand-born actor famed for his role as Dr. Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, died at 78 in Sydney, with his family saying the passing was sudden and that he had been cancer-free after a battle with lymphoma. His career spanned film and TV—from The Piano and Dead Calm to Merlin, Peaky Blinders, and a return in Jurassic World Dominion—alongside his Two Paddocks winery and a 2023 memoir, Did I Ever Tell You This? Tributes flowed from fans and world leaders alike.
Peter Van Norden, Police Academy 2 Star, Dies at 75
Peter Van Norden, a veteran character actor known for Police Academy 2 and The Stand, died in California at 75, his son confirmed on Instagram. A New York native and Colgate alumnus, he began on stage before appearing in films such as The Accused, Waitress!, and Gigli, and on TV in Cheers, St. Elsewhere, 9-1-1 and other series. He is survived by his wife Wendy and son Robert.
Ronnie Schell, Duke Slater on Gomer Pyle, Dies at 94
Ronnie Schell, the veteran character actor who played Pvt. Duke Slater on Gomer Pyle: USMC, died at 94 from natural causes at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, confirmed by his family. Best known for his role on the Gomer Pyle spinoff, he left the show in season 4 to headline Good Morning World with Goldie Hawn, then returned for its final season. His career spanned numerous TV credits including The Patty Duke Show, Sanford & Son, Mork & Mindy, and The Love Boat, as well as films such as Gus and The Shaggy D.A., and he did voice work for animated features like Jetsons: The Movie and Smurfs.
LA actor James Handy stabbed; mother’s boyfriend charged with murder
A 44-year-old man, Michael Gledhill, Handy’s mother’s boyfriend, was charged with murder after actor James Handy was stabbed to death outside his Los Angeles home. Police say Gledhill told investigators he was the suspect and bail was set at $2 million. Handy, known for Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick, died after being taken to a hospital.
Remembering Ogre: Donald Gibb, Star of Revenge of the Nerds, Dies at 71
Donald Gibb, the actor best known for playing Ogre in Revenge of the Nerds, has died at 71. Tributes highlight his memorable performance in the cult classic that helped define 1980s pop culture.
Beau Starr, Halloween Series Sheriff and Goodfellas Actor, Dies at 81
Beau Starr, the actor known for portraying Sheriff Ben Meeker in Halloween 4 and 5 and for portraying Henry Hill’s father in Goodfellas, has died at 81 in Vancouver, reportedly of natural causes. A former NFL/CFL player, Starr amassed TV and film credits across a decades-long career, with tributes circulating from colleagues including Christopher Serrone who remembered him as a life-filled person.
Obituary: Tony-Nominated Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies at 79
Mary Beth Hurt, a Tony-nominated actress known for Broadway roles and films by Paul Schrader, died at 79 in New Jersey after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis in 2015; she was married to Schrader and leaves a son.
James Tolkan, Iconic 80s Screen Authority, Dies at 94
James Tolkan, known for his stern roles in Back to the Future and Top Gun, died at 94 in Lake Placid, New York. The cause of death wasn’t disclosed. A Navy veteran who served during the Korean War, Tolkan also had a long theater career in New York and was part of the original Glengarry Glen Ross ensemble. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Parmelee Welles.
James Tolkan Dies at 94, Iconic Mr. Strickland and Stinger Actor
James Tolkan, best known for his authoritarian roles as Mr. Strickland in Back to the Future and Tom Cruise’s commanding officer “Stinger” in Top Gun, died at 94 in Saranac Lake, New York. A five‑decade veteran of Broadway, film, and television, Tolkan studied acting in New York after Navy service and a stint in college, debuting onscreen in 1960’s Naked City and later appearing in Remington Steele, The Wonder Years, and more, before reprising his iconic roles in the Back to the Future sequels.
James Tolkan, Iconic 80s Character Actor, Dies at 94
James Tolkan, the veteran character actor known for Top Gun and Back to the Future, died at 94 in Saranac Lake, New York, after a five-decade career in film and television that included Naked City and Bone Tomahawk; he is survived by his wife Parmelee.
Duvall's Enduring Legend: Actor Robert Duvall Dies at 95
Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall, renowned for The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, has died at 95, capping a seven-decade career with roughly 150 credits. Tributes from fellow stars and industry peers have poured in as the film world mourns a legendary and versatile performer.
Shelly Desai, Beloved Character Actor, Dies at 90
Character actor Shelly Desai, known for It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Men of a Certain Age, has died at 90. His stepdaughter Dawn Lerman Vaccaro announced the death, praising his kindness and devotion to acting and charity; Desai, born in Mumbai, moved to the U.S. in the 1960s and built a career with more than 90 screen credits, including Thelma & Louise, Escape from L.A., and Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2.