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British actor Anthony Head, famed for Buffy the Vampire Slayer along with roles in Ted Lasso and Little Britain, has died at age 72; the piece provides a retrospective of his career.
Veteran actor Hal Williams, best known for playing Officer Smitty Smith on Sanford and Son, has died at 91 in Rancho Mirage. Williams appeared in 22 episodes of the classic series and later continued his six-decade career with roles on On the Rocks, the Private Benjamin TV adaptation, The Sinbad Show, and 227, along with film work in Hardcore, The Rookie, Guess Who and Flight. He was a longtime board member of the Los Angeles Actors’ Theatre and founded the Mark K.A. Williams Memorial Scholarship Foundation in honor of his late son. He is survived by two children, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Grizz Chapman, the 7-foot-tall actor who played Grizz on 30 Rock, died in his sleep at 52 after years of illness and dialysis. He battled kidney disease, spent years in dialysis during filming, and received a kidney transplant in 2010. He is survived by his wife, Diana, and their two children, with tributes from costars highlighting his warmth and humor.
Grizz Chapman, best known for portraying Grizz on NBC's 30 Rock, died at 52. Born in Brooklyn in 1974 and standing seven feet tall, he was discovered by Tracy Morgan and cast as one of Morgan’s confidants on the show, which ran from 2006 to 2013. Chapman also appeared in Blue Bloods, The Blacklist, and The Good Fight, and he was a kidney-disease advocate who had previously battled illness; the cause of death was not disclosed in the report.
Nicholas Brendon, the actor who played Xander Harris on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and later appeared on Criminal Minds, died in his sleep at age 54. The family said he passed away of natural causes and highlighted his artistic talents as a painter, as well as his well-documented past struggles with addiction and mental health. Brendon’s personal challenges were noted as a factor in Hulu’s decision not to move forward with a Buffy revival that would have featured him.
Nicholas Brendon, the actor who played Xander Harris on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, died in his sleep of natural causes on Friday, March 20, 2026, at age 54, a family statement confirmed; the Deadline report noted his later work on Kitchen Confidential and appearances in Criminal Minds and Private Practice, and tributes from co-stars followed.
Corey Parker, best known for a Will & Grace arc as Josh, died March 5 in Memphis at age 60 after battling cancer, sister confirmed on Instagram. The long‑time actor also appeared as Pete in Friday the 13th Part V and Neil Barash in Flying Blind, starred in a Love Boat revival, and later worked as an acting coach for rising stars on projects like Ms. Marvel and Sun Records.
Demond Wilson, best known for playing Lamont on Sanford and Son, has died. The AP News report accompanying a historical photo notes the death and an updated timestamp, but the excerpt provides no further obituary details.
Pat Finn, a beloved actor known for his role on 'The Middle' and numerous TV appearances, passed away at age 60 after a three-year battle with cancer. Patricia Heaton and others in the entertainment community mourn his loss, remembering his humor, kindness, and legacy.
Actor and comedian Pat Finn, known for roles in 'The Middle,' 'Friends,' and 'Seinfeld,' died at age 60 after a three-year battle with bladder cancer. He was also known for his work in improv, TV roles, and films, and is survived by his family.
Pat Finn, a beloved TV actor and comedian known for roles in 'Seinfeld,' 'Friends,' and 'The Middle,' died at age 60 after a three-year battle with bladder cancer. A Marquette University alum and supporter of education, Finn was remembered for his kindness and joyful spirit. He is survived by his wife and children.
David Ketchum, a versatile actor and prolific TV writer best known for his role as Agent 13 on 'Get Smart,' has died at age 97. He also starred in 'I'm Dickens, He's Fenster' and 'Camp Runamuck,' and wrote for numerous popular shows including 'M*A*S*H,' 'MacGyver,' and 'Full House.' Ketchum was celebrated for his physical comedy and contributions to television both in front of and behind the camera.
Tristan Rogers, renowned for his role as Robert Scorpio on 'General Hospital,' passed away at 79 due to lung cancer. He was a beloved TV actor with a career spanning decades, known for his charismatic portrayal of a spy-turned-police commissioner, and appeared in over 1,400 episodes of the soap opera.
Tom Troupe, a prolific Broadway and TV actor known for roles in 'Star Trek' and 'My Own Private Idaho,' has died at 97 of natural causes in Beverly Hills. His career spanned from the 1950s to the late 2010s, including numerous TV appearances and stage performances, and he was married to fellow actress Carole Cook.
Julian McMahon, renowned for roles in 'Charmed,' 'Nip/Tuck,' and 'FBI: Most Wanted,' has died at 56 after battling cancer, leaving behind his wife Kelly and daughter Madison.