Peter Falk

06/23/2011

A family spokesman confirmed to CBS News that actor Peter Falk died in Los Angeles Thursday night. He was 83.
The "Columbo" star won four Emmy Awards for his portrayal of the cigar-chomping detective who always looked as if he'd just rolled out of bed. Falk played Columbo on television regularly from 1971 to 1978 and then sporadically from 1989 until 2003. He won his first Emmy in 1962 for outstanding single performance by an actor in a leading role for an episode of "The Dick Powell Theatre" (1961).
Falk also had starring roles in his friend John Cassavetes' films "Husbands" and "A Woman Under the Influence" and starred with Cassavetes in Elaine May's 1976 film "Mikey and Nicky." He was nominated twice for the best supporting actor Oscar, for "Murder, Inc." and "Pocketful of Miracles."
In recent years, Falk suffered from Alzheimer's disease. In 2009, he was placed in a conservatorship. He is survived by his wife, Shera, of 34 years, and two daughters from a previous marriage.

Ryan Dunn

6/20/2011

"Jackass" star Ryan Dunn was killed early Monday morning when his Porsche flew over a guardrail in West Goshen, Pa., slammed into a tree and burst into flames, according to local police.
Dunn's passenger -- who hasn't been identified -- was also killed.
Dunn was identified by his tattoos, according to a witness who was on the scene when the bodies were pulled from the wreckage.
Bam Margera's mom, April called into Preston and Steve's morning radio show, to confirm that one of the stars of MTV’s "Jackass” was killed in a car accident.
The one-car accident happened on Route 322 around 2:30 a.m., according to Officer Geiger with West Goshen police.
Dunn was known primarily for his dangerous antics and practical jokes in the "Jackass" movies with his long-time friend Bam Margera. He is also a member of the CKY Crew with Margera.
Ryan Dunn was 34.

Ugh. Well Dunn dumbass! Hmmm...I wonder if he WAS "well done"?? Too soon???

Clarence Clemons

6/18/2011

Legendary saxophonist Clarence Clemons died today of complications from a stroke he suffered back on June 12. He was 69. Clemons, known to fans as the Big Man, was the most famous member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band. His music cut through on songs like "Born To Run," "Thunder Road," "Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out," and "Dancing In The Dark"... and on and on.Bruce Springsteen released a statement, saying, "Clarence lived a wonderful life. He carried within him a love of people that made them love him. He created a wondrous and extended family. He loved the saxophone, loved our fans and gave everything he had every night he stepped on stage. His loss is immeasurable and we are honored and thankful to have known him and had the opportunity to stand beside him for nearly forty years."The statement continued, "He was my great friend, my partner, and with Clarence at my side, my band and I were able to tell a story far deeper than those simply contained in our music. His life, his memory, and his love will live on in that story and in our band."Clemons was married five times and had four sons -- Clarence III, Charles, Christopher and Jarod.

Jeff Conaway- HIT!!!!

5/27/2011

Jeff Conaway, the "Grease" actor who played Kenickie and appeared on "Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew," died Friday. He was 60.
The actor had been in a medically induced coma before doctors took him off life support Friday. The coma was a result of pneumonia and his unconscious arrival to Encino Medical Center May 10 because of "too many prescribed drugs," his sister Carla Shreve said. "Jeff was taken off life support [Thursday] afternoon," his manager, Phil Brock, told People. "His family chose to take him off of life support based on advice from physicians. They thought for several days that the situation was hopeless." Conaway died at 10:30 a.m. and his sisters, nieces and nephews were with him.

Goodbye Bobby Wheeler..here's hoping that you finally get well. AND we have another hit! Long time Slabber and hell of a picker Debbie finally scores! She gets 40 points!!!!

Randy "Macho Man" Savage

05/20/2011

Here's a heartbreaking one. One of the greatest pro. wrestlers ever died today in a car crash. Randy Poffo better known to the wrestling world as Randy "Macho Man' Savage died today when he had a heart attack behind the wheel of his Jeep and swerved into a tree killing him instantly. Randy Savage got his start in pro. wrestling in the Mid-South but gained all his popularity when he joined the then World Wrestling Federation winning their hearvyweight championship more than one. Savage went onto WCW where he won their world title as well. Randy just celebrated his one year anniversary with his wife Lynn. Randy was 58 years old.

Norman

Last week sometime.

Everyone should sit down for this one. Jennifer Aniston has lost a friend. Her beloved Welsh corgi-terrier mix, Norman, died at age 15.
"He died a few weeks ago," Aniston's rep confirms to PEOPLE. "He was an old dog and it was just his time."
Over the years, Aniston described her pal as a quiet canine who enjoyed resting at her feet.
"He's my baby boy," she told PEOPLE in February. "Norman goes with me on location -- I've got to take Norman."
The actress, who just purchased a $4.95 million apartment in New York, bought the home under the name Norman's Nest Trust.
Earlier this year, the pooch tagged along with Aniston when she was a guest on TV's "Chelsea Lately."
Host Chelsea Handler and the crowd went wild for the pup, whom Aniston affectionately called "Norm" and "Normy," and watched as the actress tried to get him to sit, but to no avail.
"He's 15 years old, he doesn't care anymore," Aniston said.
Back when he was a young pup, Norman got into his share of trouble. He reportedly disappeared for two days in 1998 and eventually turned up at an animal shelter.
But most likely the event left him unfazed: "Even back [as a puppy] he was as cool as a cucumber," Aniston told PEOPLE in 2008. "He's just a person in a dog suit."
Norman is survived by Aniston's other pup, a white German shepherd named Dolly.

Light a candle for Norman.

Mia Amber Davis

05/10/2011

Mia Amber Davis -- the big girl who seduced the skinny, geeky dude in "Road Trip" -- has passed away ... this according to her friends at Plus Model Magazine. The details surrounding Mia's death are still emerging ... and so far, no cause of death has been released. According to MediaTakeOut.com, 36-year-old Mia is survived by her husband Mike.

Hmmmm.....I'm guessing...................pie.