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Beau Starr, Halloween Series Sheriff and Goodfellas Actor, Dies at 81
entertainment24 days ago

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.

Beau Starr, Halloween’s Sheriff and Goodfellas Supporting Actor, Dies at 81
entertainment24 days ago

Beau Starr, Halloween’s Sheriff and Goodfellas Supporting Actor, Dies at 81

Beau Starr, the American actor known for portraying Sheriff Ben Meeker in Halloween 4 and Halloween 5 and for a supporting role in Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas, has died at 81 at his Vancouver home from natural causes, his brother Mike confirming to TMZ. Starr’s career spanned film roles in Fletch, Speed, Cinderella Man, Devil in a Blue Dress and Born on the Fourth of July, with additional TV credits including Due South and True Blue.

Beau Starr, Veteran Actor From Goodfellas and Halloween, Dies at 81
entertainment25 days ago

Beau Starr, Veteran Actor From Goodfellas and Halloween, Dies at 81

Beau Starr, the character actor known for Goodfellas and appearances in Halloween sequels, died at 81 in Vancouver of natural causes, his brother Mike Starr said. A Queens native born September 1, 1944, Starr also pursued professional football before transitioning to a prolific TV career and film roles including Halloween 4 and 5, Fletch, Speed, Cinderella Man and more.

Suzanne Shepherd, Beloved 'Goodfellas' and 'Sopranos' Actress, Passes Away at 89
entertainment2 years ago

Suzanne Shepherd, Beloved 'Goodfellas' and 'Sopranos' Actress, Passes Away at 89

Suzanne Shepherd, known for her roles in GoodFellas, The Sopranos, Mystic Pizza, and Lolita, has passed away at the age of 89. With a career spanning six decades, Shepherd played memorable characters in various films and TV shows. She was also a respected acting coach and director. Fellow actors paid tribute to her, describing her as a "force of nature." Shepherd is survived by her daughter and granddaughter.

Actress Suzanne Shepherd, known for "Sopranos" and "Goodfellas," dies at 89
entertainment2 years ago

Actress Suzanne Shepherd, known for "Sopranos" and "Goodfellas," dies at 89

Suzanne Shepherd, the actress known for her roles in "The Sopranos" and "Goodfellas," has passed away at the age of 89. She starred as Karen Hill's mother in "Goodfellas" and Carmela Soprano's mother in "The Sopranos." Shepherd was one of the many actors who appeared in both films. She also worked as a director and acting teacher. The cause of her death has not been disclosed.

Actress Suzanne Shepherd, Known for 'Sopranos' and 'Goodfellas,' Passes Away at 89
entertainment2 years ago

Actress Suzanne Shepherd, Known for 'Sopranos' and 'Goodfellas,' Passes Away at 89

Suzanne Shepherd, the actress known for her roles as mothers in Goodfellas and The Sopranos, has passed away at the age of 89. She appeared in 20 episodes of The Sopranos as Mary DeAngelis and played the mother of Karen Hill in Goodfellas. Shepherd's career also included roles in movies like Mystic Pizza and Requiem for a Dream, as well as guest appearances in TV shows such as Law & Order. She is survived by her daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter.

Actress Suzanne Shepherd, known for 'Sopranos' and 'Goodfellas,' passes away at 89
entertainment2 years ago

Actress Suzanne Shepherd, known for 'Sopranos' and 'Goodfellas,' passes away at 89

Suzanne Shepherd, the acclaimed actress known for her roles in "The Sopranos" and "Goodfellas," has passed away at the age of 89. In addition to her on-screen work, Shepherd was a theater director and acting coach. She made notable appearances in films such as "Mystic Pizza" and "Lolita," and had guest roles in TV shows like "Law & Order" and "Blue Bloods." Shepherd was the first woman to teach at Sanford Meisner's acting program. She is survived by her daughter, artist Kate Shepherd, and a memorial service will be held next year.

Actress Suzanne Shepherd, Known for 'The Sopranos' and 'Goodfellas,' Passes Away at 89
entertainment2 years ago

Actress Suzanne Shepherd, Known for 'The Sopranos' and 'Goodfellas,' Passes Away at 89

Suzanne Shepherd, the actress known for her roles in "Goodfellas" and "The Sopranos," has passed away at the age of 89. Shepherd began her acting career in her mid-50s and went on to have over 40 screen performances, including roles in films like "Mystic Pizza" and "Requiem for a Dream." She portrayed the mother of Lorraine Bracco's character in "Goodfellas" and appeared in 20 episodes of "The Sopranos" as the disapproving mother of Edie Falco's character. Shepherd's final performance was in the film "The Performance."

Beloved 'Goodfellas' and 'Sopranos' Actress Suzanne Shepherd Passes Away at 89
entertainment2 years ago

Beloved 'Goodfellas' and 'Sopranos' Actress Suzanne Shepherd Passes Away at 89

Suzanne Shepherd, known for her roles in "Goodfellas" and "The Sopranos," has passed away at the age of 89. Fans and fellow actors paid tribute to the veteran actress, praising her talent and calling her a "force of nature." Shepherd had a career spanning over three decades, appearing in films such as "Requiem for a Dream" and "Uncle Buck," as well as TV shows like "Law & Order" and "Blue Bloods." In addition to her acting work, she directed in theaters and was an acting coach.

"Michael Rapaport's No-Nonsense Prison Advice for Trump: Straight from 'Goodfellas'"
entertainment2 years ago

"Michael Rapaport's No-Nonsense Prison Advice for Trump: Straight from 'Goodfellas'"

Actor Michael Rapaport advises former President Donald Trump to take his legal troubles like a man, referencing a scene from the movie "Goodfellas." Rapaport criticizes Trump for whining, complaining, and pointing fingers, urging him to accept responsibility for his actions. He also warns Trump that more legal problems are on the horizon, predicting a rough month ahead for the former president.

Ray Liotta's Cause of Death Finally Unveiled
entertainment3 years ago

Ray Liotta's Cause of Death Finally Unveiled

Actor Ray Liotta's cause of death has been revealed as cardiovascular disease, according to an autopsy report. The "Goodfellas" star died in his sleep while filming "Dangerous Waters" in the Dominican Republic. Officials cited atherosclerotic disease, pulmonary edema, heart, and respiratory failure as contributing factors to his death. Liotta's publicist confirmed that he died in his sleep. The actor was best known for his role in "Goodfellas" and had recently starred in several major motion picture projects.