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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, 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, 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, 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.
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.
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.
Demond Wilson, best known as Lamont Sanford on NBC’s Sanford and Son, died at 79 after complications from cancer; he later became a minister and author, and is survived by his wife Cicely Wilson, six children and two grandchildren.
Demond Wilson, best known as Lamont Sanford on the NBC sitcom Sanford and Son, has died at age 79 at his Palm Springs home from cancer-related complications, his family and publicist confirmed. A Harlem-raised actor with a long stage and screen career, he served in the Army, authored a memoir about his Sanford years, and left a lasting mark on classic TV.
Roger Ewing, known for his role as Deputy Marshal Thad Greenwood on 'Gunsmoke' during the 1960s, has died at age 83. He appeared in 50 episodes and was remembered for his contributions to the classic Western series. Ewing also pursued photography and was active in local politics in Morro Bay, California.
Timothy Busfield, an Emmy-winning actor and director, has an arrest warrant issued in New Mexico on charges of child sex abuse involving two boys who were actors on a television set. He was not in custody as of the latest update.
T.K. Carter, an actor known for roles in The Thing and Punky Brewster, has died at age 69 in his California home. He was also a comedian and appeared in numerous TV shows and movies. The cause of death is not disclosed, but foul play is not suspected.
Actor and director Timothy Busfield faces child sex charges related to a production in Albuquerque, though details are limited.
A GoFundMe fundraiser to help Mickey Rourke avoid eviction was temporarily paused after the actor, unaware of the campaign's details, rejected the donations, expressing embarrassment and pride. The fundraiser was set up by his management team to help with his housing crisis due to poor living conditions and rent issues, but Rourke later clarified he did not ask for help and is working to resolve his situation independently.
An online fundraiser has been launched to help actor Mickey Rourke, facing eviction from his LA home due to unpaid rent, with the goal of raising $100,000 to cover his housing expenses and provide stability during a difficult time.
Ahn Sung-ki, a renowned South Korean actor known as 'The Nation’s Actor' with a 60-year career, has died at age 74 after battling blood cancer, leaving behind a legacy of numerous awards and a reputation for humility and trustworthiness.