Variety2h ago

James Tolkan, ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Back to the Future’ Actor, Dies at 94

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Rest In Paradise1h ago

Coleman Barks, Who Popularized the Islamic Poet Rumi in the West, Dies at 88

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Coleman Barks, Who Popularized the Islamic Poet Rumi in the West, Dies at 88

Although he did not speak a word of Persian, his interpretations of the 13th-century mystic’s work made Rumi a New Age icon for millions.

The New York Times
Deadline2h ago

James Tolkan Dies: ‘Back To The Future’ VP, ‘Top Gun’s “Stinger” & Broadway Actor Was 94
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James Tolkan Dies: ‘Back To The Future’ VP, ‘Top Gun’s “Stinger” & Broadway Actor Was 94

James Tolkan, who played Mr. Strickland in 'Back to the Future' and Maverick's C.O. in 'Top Gun' during a 55-year film, TV & stage career, died March 26 at 94.

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Variety2h ago

James Tolkan, ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Back to the Future’ Actor, Dies at 94
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James Tolkan Dead: 'Top Gun' and 'Back to the Future' Actor Was 94

James Tolkan, best known for roles in “Top Gun” and the “Back to the Future” franchise, died on Thursday in Saranac Lake, New York. He was 94. 

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Variety4h ago

Ed Bernard, ‘Police Woman’ and ‘The White Shadow’ Actor, Dies at 86

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The Hollywood Reporter3h ago

James Tolkan, ‘Back to the Future’ and ‘Top Gun’ Actor, Dies at 94
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James Tolkan, ‘Back to the Future’ and ‘Top Gun’ Actor, Dies at 94

He also appeared in 'Dick Tracy,' three Sidney Lumet movies and on Broadway in the original 'Glengarry Glen Ross.'

The Hollywood Reporter
Variety4h ago

Ed Bernard, ‘Police Woman’ and ‘The White Shadow’ Actor, Dies at 86
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Ed Bernard Dead: 'Police Woman' Actor Was 86

Ed Bernard, an actor best known for roles on the TV series “Police Woman” and “The White Shadow,” died on Jan. 23 in Northridge, Calif. He was 86. 

Variety
Rest In Paradise5h ago

Robert Fox, Acclaimed Producer in Britain and on Broadway, Dies at 73

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Robert Fox, Acclaimed Producer in Britain and on Broadway, Dies at 73

A favorite of actors like Maggie Smith, he produced dozens of plays, including “The Audience,” about Queen Elizabeth II, which was made into the Netflix show “The Crown.”

The New York Times
Rest In Paradise8h ago

Jesse Roth, Who Advanced the Understanding of Diabetes, Dies at 91

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Jesse Roth, Who Advanced the Understanding of Diabetes, Dies at 91

His research showed that Type 2 diabetes was caused by insulin resistance at the cellular level, a controversial idea that initially met with disbelief.

The New York Times
Rest In Paradise13h ago

Sam Kieth, Creator of Surreal Comic Book Series The Maxx, Dies at 63

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Sam Kieth, Creator of Surreal Comic Book Series The Maxx, Dies at 63

A cocreator of Neil Gaiman’s Sandman series, he dreamed up The Maxx as a homeless character in the real world and a superhero in a subconscious realm. It was adapted for an MTV series.

The New York Times