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Clive Davis, Music Star-Maker, Dead At 94

Clive Davis with Whitney Houston (image via Depositphotos)

Clive Davis, the bisexual music executive whose unerring ear and instincts helped define the sound of modern American pop, has died at the age of 94. He is survived by his four children and his partner, Greg Schriefer, 65.

Over more than six decades in the music industry, Davis was responsible for the success of massive artists including Whitney Houston (with Davis above), Bruce Springsteen, Janis Joplin, Barry Manilow, Aretha Franklin, and more. Continue reading “Clive Davis, Music Star-Maker, Dead At 94”

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“Grey’s Anatomy” Star Eric Dane Dies At 53 Of ALS

"Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane has died at the age of 53 after battling ALS.

Eric Dane, best known for his role as “Dr. Mark Sloan” aka “McSteamy” on the hit drama Grey’s Anatomy, has died of ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.

His passing comes less than a year after he shared his diagnosis with the world. He was 53. Continue reading ““Grey’s Anatomy” Star Eric Dane Dies At 53 Of ALS”

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Catherine O’Hara (“Home Alone,” “Schitt’s Creek”) Dead At 71

Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG Award winner Catherine O'Hara has died at the age of 71.

I am stunned by the news that Catherine O’Hara,  best known for her roles in  “Schitt’s Creek,” “Home Alone,” and “Beetlejuice,” and as a member of the groundbreaking Canadian sketch comedy series “S.C.T.V.,” has died.

The Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG Award winner was 71. Continue reading “Catherine O’Hara (“Home Alone,” “Schitt’s Creek”) Dead At 71″

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Robert Redford, Movie Icon, Dies At 89

Robert Redford in 'The Way We Were' (screen cap)

Robert Redford, truly one of the biggest movie stars of all time, died today at his mountain home outside Provo, Utah. He was 89. No cause of death has been shared.

From leading man to acclaimed director to Sundance Institute founder, there’s not a part of the movie industry he didn’t touch. Continue reading “Robert Redford, Movie Icon, Dies At 89”